Wed.Oct 12, 2022

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An Integrated Approach to Simplifying the Energy Transition

GreenBiz

Nearly 60 percent of Fortune 500 companies are committed to reducing their carbon footprint, yet the world currently faces pressures unprecedented in recent history – supply chain disruptions, energy price volatility, economic uncertainty and more. Organizations must navigate this environment while continuing to decarbonize, and many view these two goals as competing priorities.

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Global floating offshore wind pipeline doubles to 185GW

Renew Economy

New report shows the total pipeline of floating offshore wind projects, globally, has more than doubled in the past 12 months, including a decent contribution from Australia. The post Global floating offshore wind pipeline doubles to 185GW appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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These climate tech entrepreneurs are teaming up to scale equity-based solutions

GreenBiz

The Upside Tech Alliance is minimizing the individual sales calls its founding climate tech startups need to make to busy mayors and city planners.

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EnergyAustralia shakes off coal blues with plan for one of Australia’s biggest batteries

Renew Economy

After a year marked by coal plant outages and supply issues, EnergyAustralia is working up plant to install a 500MW, four-hour big battery at its Mount Piper power station. The post EnergyAustralia shakes off coal blues with plan for one of Australia’s biggest batteries appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Is scrapping use-by dates the answer to food waste?

GreenBiz

Sponsored: Food and beverage use-by dates don’t necessarily indicate something is safe to consume. Scrapping these dates could significantly reduce food waste.

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Project Sponsors are the Key to Unlocking the Potential of Sustainable Project Management

Green Project Management

In recent months, there has been an uptick in interest in sustainable project management. In 2022, GPM has seen a 20% increase in downloads of our P5 Standard for sustainable project management. GPM training, both in person and online, is growing in popularity, as evident in the growth of certification numbers this year. Additionally, the […].

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CEFC joins Cannon-Brookes in funding round for Aussie solar innovator

Renew Economy

Federal government green bank backs low-cost solar innovator SunDrive alongside tech billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes in $21m funding round. The post CEFC joins Cannon-Brookes in funding round for Aussie solar innovator appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Unleashing the power of gender-smart climate investing in developed markets

GreenBiz

Given the disproportionate amount of capital flowing in established economies, and the urgency of climate adaptation and resilience, the time to move money in this direction is now.

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Supernormal profits reveal urgent need for real – not fake – regulation of electricity networks

Renew Economy

Amid news of soaring electricity bills, it's time to act on the clear evidence that regulated networks are monopoly price gouging. The post Supernormal profits reveal urgent need for real – not fake – regulation of electricity networks appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How much stock can we put into portfolio emission goals?

GreenBiz

A new report by Universal Owner Initiatives suggests fatal flaws in the use of portfolio emissions measurement as a means to real net zero.

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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FFI and Sparc get go-ahead to pilot cutting edge hydrogen electroysis plant

Renew Economy

Sparc, Fortescue Future Industries and the University of Adelaide to start scoping work on pilot renewable hydrogen plant based on positive modelling. The post FFI and Sparc get go-ahead to pilot cutting edge hydrogen electroysis plant appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The World Environment Center Presents The Clean Tech Fair

3BL Media

SOURCE: World Environment Center. DESCRIPTION: The World Environment Center (WEC) and its international partners are excited to present the Clean Tech Fair coming November 3rd, 7th, and 14th from 9AM to 12PM ET. Our partners for this event include The Royal Scientific Society (RSS) in Jordan, La Confédération Générale des Entreprises du Maroc, (CGEM), Bank of Africa (BMCE Group) and EDIC Consulting in Morocco.

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WA wind, solar and battery project snapped up by Shell and Foresight JV

Renew Economy

JV buys development rights to WA Kondinin project, which proposes to combine up to 230MW of wind, 80MW of solar and 60MW/120MWh battery storage. The post WA wind, solar and battery project snapped up by Shell and Foresight JV appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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T. Rowe Price Collaborates With Climate Vault to Neutralize Carbon Footprint of Employee Business Travel

3BL Media

Separate giving campaign to enable the firm’s associates to calculate personal carbon footprint and neutralize it with T. Rowe Price-matched donation to Climate Vault. SOURCE: T. Rowe Price. DESCRIPTION: To neutralize its associates’ business travel emissions, the firm has begun a collaboration with Climate Vault, a nonprofit that, on T. Rowe Price’s behalf, will purchase and “vault” carbon allowances from government-regulated “cap and trade” compliance markets.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Renewables juggernaut Quinbrook flips stake in US solar and battery project

Renew Economy

Quinbrook sells minority stake in huge Nevada project to Netherlands largest pension fund, hot on heels of another renewables deal where it doubled its money. The post Renewables juggernaut Quinbrook flips stake in US solar and battery project appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Vision Zero guaranteed?

Cisco CSR

We are thrilled to have Bob McQueen, from Bob McQueen & Associates as a guest blogger on our channel. Bob is an internationally recognized expert in smart mobility and Intelligent Transport Systems. He has over 40 years of experience in helping public and private sector clients to get the best results from advanced transport technology, working in the USA, Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific regions.

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GM buys into Aussie battery metals refiner to secure EV and home energy growth

Renew Economy

GM has bought into Queensland Pacific Metals to secure its battery metal supply chain, and is launching a home energy management system to rival Tesla. The post GM buys into Aussie battery metals refiner to secure EV and home energy growth appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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FlexPod XCS powered by UCS X-Series and Intersight

Cisco CSR

The next two blogs of this series discuss Cisco UCS X-Series in Converged Infrastructure solutions with 100G Unified Fabric. First up FlexPod XCS. What is a FlexPod XCS? Earlier this year Cisco and NetApp introduced FlexPod XCS bringing visibility, automation, flexible consumption, and hybrid cloud operations to FlexPod. In a nutshell, FlexPod XCS is a suite of capabilities designed to simplify operations and accelerate the delivery of modern apps.

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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All-Energy Australia – New products to be launched & floor highlights

Renew Economy

All Energy will be the launch platform for a number of new product offerings from international and national companies, both those already established and new entrants to the AU market. . The post All-Energy Australia – New products to be launched & floor highlights appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Will fusion energy help decarbonize the power system?

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Nuclear fusion has long been considered a near-impossible clean-energy solution. But technological advances—and the need for a flexible zero-carbon power grid—have made fusion worth considering.

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Australian miner targets solar panel supply chain with high-grade silica

Renew Economy

Perth-based Allup Silica says its Sparkler site in Western Australia is producing consistent high-grade and low-iron silica sands. The post Australian miner targets solar panel supply chain with high-grade silica appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Raising the resilience of your organization

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Repeatedly rebounding from disruption is tough, but some companies have a recipe for success: a systems mindset emphasizing agility, psychological safety, adaptable leadership, and cohesive culture.

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Mastering Supply Chain Sustainability: Where Does ESG Fit In?

Speaker: Hortense Grouvel

In this new webinar, you will learn firsthand how to set up a sustainable supply chain program that will help meet increasing ESG requirements stemming from regulators, customers, consumers, and investors alike. Hortense Grouvel, ESG expert at IntegrityNext, and Sean Whelan, Global Senior Manager at Halliburton, will look at how ensuring compliance will also help you increase sustainability performance, resilience, and innovation, allowing you to unlock the full potential of your supply chain op

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Solar Insiders Podcast: Is there such a thing as ‘peak solar’?

Renew Economy

Interest in rooftop solar is surging, along with EVs and batteries. But how close are we to reaching the limits of where it can be installed? The post Solar Insiders Podcast: Is there such a thing as ‘peak solar’? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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London Stock Exchange Launches Voluntary Carbon Market

ESG Today

The London Stock Exchange announced the launch of its voluntary carbon market (VCM), with the publication of the final admission and disclosure standards for VCM designation. According to the exchange, the announcement marks the establishment of the first public markets capital raising solution for the voluntary carbon market, aimed at directing finance to climate mitigation projects that provide carbon credits, providing market access to investors and corporates, while applying public market re

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AB Announces Erin Bigley as Chief Responsibility Officer

3BL Media

SOURCE: AllianceBernstein. DESCRIPTION: NASHVILLE, Tenn., October 12, 2022 /3BL Media/ - AllianceBernstein Holding L.P. (NYSE: AB) and AllianceBernstein L.P, a leading global investment management and research firm, announced today Erin Bigley has been named as the firm's Chief Responsibility Officer. "Erin has served as an integral and incredibly effective leader of our fixed income and responsible investing efforts at AllianceBernstein," said Seth Bernstein, President and Chief Executive Offic

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PwC: ESG Investments Soaring as Demand Outstrips Supply

ESG Today

ESG-related assets under management (AUM) are expected to continue to surge over the next several years, significantly outpacing overall growth in asset and wealth management (AWM) investments, according to a new study by global professional services firm PwC, which forecasts ESG AUM reaching $34 trillion, or 21.5% of all assets by 2026. According to the PwC report, “Asset management and wealth revolution 2022,” ESG is set to become a key AWM market growth driver, replacing asset prices and flow

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What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?

Navigating the waters of sustainability reporting disclosures and regulations can be intimidating, to say the least. With various measures set in motion in 2023 to keep companies accountable, there is a lot in store for brands’ impact communication in the upcoming year. 3BL is kicking off this January with our Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Capricorn Edition by highlighting the impact of: The U.S Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Climate disclosure rules The European Commission

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How a New Black-Owned Tech Ecosystem Is Taking Shape in Tulsa

3BL Media

A century after Black Wall Street was burned to the ground, Black Tulsans unite to create something new. SOURCE: HP Inc. DESCRIPTION: More than 1,700 miles away from Silicon Valley, Tyrance Billingsley II is leading the charge to create a new, global technology hub in his hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma. His goal: To build a thriving economy of Black-owned businesses in an industry where Black innovators have been historically underrepresented and in a city with a legacy of Black entrepreneurialism.

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Brookfield, Cameco partner to buy nuclear services company Westinghouse in $7.9B deal

Utiliity Dive

The deal is driven by a resurgence in nuclear generation spurred by efforts to cut carbon emissions, the companies said Tuesday.

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Celebrating the Impact of Kohler's Latino/a/x Associates: Samia Ramos

3BL Media

SOURCE: Kohler Co. DESCRIPTION: What do you look for in a potential employer? For Samia Ramos, it’s state-of-the-art products, market-leading innovation, and most importantly, a commitment to diversity. As a Senior HR Manager for Kohler Latin America, Samia spends her days connecting with people across regions and departments to help them grow, collaborate and challenge themselves.

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As Graphite and Graphene Demand Skyrockets, Graphjet Technology Tees Up IPO

Alternative Energy Mag

-New Sustainably Sourced Low-Cost Supply Uses Agricultural Waste to Create “Black Gold” -Graphjet Joins MIT Industrial Liaison Program (ILP) For Global Innovative Leaders

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What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?

Temperatures are rising (and not just metaphorically) as key stakeholders anxiously anticipate the outcomes of COP28. While companies reconsider their 2024 environmental sustainability strategies, there is another aspect of ESG that deserves exploring, the social sector. In the latest edition of "Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Sagittarius Edition", 3BL hones in on this sign’s bold quality of asking questions others are burning to know the answers to.