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Making waves: Tech firm debuts ocean-based carbon removal protocol

GreenBiz

Planetary Technologies shares a new measurement approach that it hopes will allow purchasers to buy ocean-based carbon removal credits with confidence.

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Rooftop solar set to eclipse coal as installations reach more than 20GW

Renew Economy

Rooftop solar installed on Australian homes and businesses will generate more power than the nation's remaining coal plants when Liddell closes in April. The post Rooftop solar set to eclipse coal as installations reach more than 20GW appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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We are no longer in transition. The climate change future is here for food, ag and nature

GreenBiz

For the land, water and farming sectors we are already living in the climate crisis. Are you still talking about transition risk?

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Humiliated ESB reacts badly to its policy rejections, industry wants it shut down

Renew Economy

ESB has not reacted well to its latest policy humiliation. Critics say it should be wound up. The post Humiliated ESB reacts badly to its policy rejections, industry wants it shut down 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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Investing in communities builds climate resilience

GreenBiz

Sponsored: How local leaders can partner with financial institutions to support frontline communities.

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Could zebra stripes steer birds clear of offshore wind turbines?

Renew Economy

A flickering black and white effect could further reduce bird collisions with offshore wind turbines. The post Could zebra stripes steer birds clear of offshore wind turbines? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Forrest says Australia will miss green hydrogen bus as projects, capital and people head to US

Renew Economy

Australia in danger of missing massive opportunity in green hydrogen as capital, projects and people flee to US because of tax and production incentives. The post Forrest says Australia will miss green hydrogen bus as projects, capital and people head to US appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Building innovation ecosystems: Accelerating tech hub growth

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Innovation ecosystems can generate economic, financial, and social benefits for all, and there’s new federal funding to build them. A six-step playbook could help leaders get them right.

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AGL chair repeats “lights will go out” coal threat as gas lobby goes into overdrive

Renew Economy

How do you know when the tide is turning on climate and renewables? When the fossil fuel scare campaign lurches back into gear. The post AGL chair repeats “lights will go out” coal threat as gas lobby goes into overdrive appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The fascinating physics of insect pee | Saad Bhamla

TEDxInnovations

Scientist Saad Bhamla is on a mission to answer a question most people don't think to ask: How do insects pee? Taking inspiration from the incredible "butt flickers" of the glassy-winged sharpshooter, Bhamla presents a fascinating study of the physics behind how bugs take care of business and invites us to be more curious about the seemingly mundane.

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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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“Not climate justice:” Greta Thunberg joins call to tear down two huge Norway wind farms

Renew Economy

Climate activist Greta Thunberg joins protesters calling for removal of two wind farms found to have interfered with indigenous rights. The post “Not climate justice:” Greta Thunberg joins call to tear down two huge Norway wind farms appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How can associations assess their ESG/SDG performance?

Corporate Knights

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance and actions toward achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are increasingly being embedded into strategic considerations and daily operations of organizations around the globe. While the efforts of many companies in advancing ESG/SDGs are admirable, very few individual businesses are in a position to influence their whole industry.

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Diesel and agriculture push emissions higher despite falls driven by wind and solar

Renew Economy

Australia experiences slight rise in emissions, as increased use of diesel and jumps in agriculture emissions offset gains from use of wind and solar in the grid. The post Diesel and agriculture push emissions higher despite falls driven by wind and solar appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Spearx wants to make wireless IIoT more flexible

Stacey Higginbotham

Running a wireless network in an industrial factory is tough. Not only are there large hunks of metal that move around, blocking signals willy-nilly, but there are randomly timed events that generate electromagnetic field interference. If your sensors are trying to send essential data, such uncertainty can be debilitating. Manufacturers just can’t work like that, which is why there are tons of proprietary wireless protocols for manufacturing clients.

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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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Private Markets ESG Data Platform Novata Raises $30 Million

ESG Today

Private markets ESG-focused technology platform Novata announced today that it has raised $30 million in a series B funding round, less than a year after the commercial launch of its ESG data management platform. Novata is a public benefit corporation founded in 2021 by a consortium including S&P Global, the Ford Foundation, asset management firm Hamilton Lane, and social change-focused investment firm Omidyar Network, and supported and advised by several leading private equity firms and pen

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India: The next chemicals manufacturing hub

McKinsey Sustainabilty

India’s chemicals industry has been a global outperformer in demand growth and shareholder wealth creation for a decade. Its strong starting point could make it the next chemicals manufacturing hub.

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Australia Regulator Kicks off Greenwashing Crackdown with Suit Against Mercer

ESG Today

The Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) Australia’s corporate, markets, and financial services regulator, announced today the launch of its first court action against greenwashing, initiating proceedings against Marsh McLennan company Mercer Superannuation for allegedly making false claims about some of its sustainable investment options.

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Maintenance and operations: Is asset productivity broken?

McKinsey Sustainabilty

A new survey finds that asset productivity programs for equipment maintenance aren’t working as well as they could. Here are three things to fix.

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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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BMW Launches Pilot Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Powered Car Fleet

ESG Today

BMW Group announced the launch of the BMW iX5 Hydrogen pilot vehicles, a fleet of demonstration cars powered by hydrogen fuel cells. The fleet will go into service this year, deployed internationally for demonstration and trial purposes. The launch of the pilot hydrogen fleet comes as BMW aims to reduce CO2 emissions per vehicle over the full lifecycle – including supply chain, production and product use – by at least 40% by 2030.

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Flower power: The role of ants in forest regeneration

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Ants play a key role in forest regeneration, according to a new article.

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Macquarie Launches Biomethane Platform as EU Looks to Ramp Investment

ESG Today

Macquarie Asset Management’s Green Investment Group (GIG) announced today the launch of VORN Bioenergy, an investment platform for the development, construction and operation of biomethane projects, established as the EU aims to significantly ramp investment in the space over the next few years. Biomethane is derived from the decomposition of organic waste materials, and can be used as a renewable, low carbon alternative to fossil-based fuels such as natural gas.

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We will give you safe harbour on transition planning, says UK FCA's ESG head

Environmental Finance

Companies and financial institutions should not face the risk of legal action for collaborating to develop climate transition plans, according to the director of environment, social and governance issues at the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

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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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UK to Take “More Permissive Approach” to Competition Law for Agreements that Combat Climate Change

ESG Today

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) plans to adopt a “more permissive approach” to the application of competition rules to agreements between competitors, for agreements that combat or mitigate climate change, according to new draft guidance released by the regulator on Tuesday. According to the regulator, the proposals in the guidance aim to help businesses to address climate change and environmental sustainability “undue fear of breaching competition rules.

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ImpactAlpha Open: Impact in real estate + BIPOC-led climate startups

Impact Alpha

Hi there, Agents of Impact! Welcome back to ImpactAlpha Open, your weekly dose of news, trends, deals and people moves in the impact economy. ?. The post ImpactAlpha Open: Impact in real estate + BIPOC-led climate startups appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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Guest Post: Balancing the Bottom Line with the Green Line

ESG Today

By: Sammy Lakshmanan, Partner, PwC and Yvette Schmitter, Partner, PwC Companies have important roles to play in not only enabling a people-led, tech-powered society but also decreasing the impact on the environment – in fact, 91% of business leaders believe their company has a responsibility to act on ESG issues. More than a third (and growing) of the world’s largest public companies have pledged to reach net zero by 2050.

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Ukraine One Year Later

Caux Round Table

It has been one year since Vladimir Putin ordered the Russian army to invade Ukraine. What should we have learned from this illegal aggression? From the Caux Round Table perspectives of moral capitalism and moral government, let me suggest 4 major lessons: 1. Napoleon and Clausewitz were correct: the moral is to the physical, as 3 is to 1. Ukrainian moral strength defeated Russian military capability.

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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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Wall Street titans confront ESG backlash as new financial risk

Financial Times: Moral Money

US fund managers highlight disputes over sustainable investing in latest annual reports

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Brandl Program Video Recording and Proceedings

Caux Round Table

Each year, an eclectic group of local think tanks and individuals come together to honor the life and career of John Brandl, former dean of the Humphrey School of Public Affairs and former state legislator, for his uncommon quest for common ground. This year’s program was held on February 2 at the Humphrey School on the topic of what should be done with Minnesota’s historic budget surplus.

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Australia's rarest bird of prey disappearing at alarming rate

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Australia's rarest bird of prey -- the red goshawk -- is facing extinction, with Cape York Peninsula now the only place in Queensland known to support breeding populations.

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Statkraft - Statkraft and Elkem sign new competitive long-term power agreement in mid-Norway

Global Renewable News

Elkem and Statkraft have signed a new.

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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.