GreenBiz

AUGUST 15, 2023

What do financial institutions need for portfolio emissions measurement and reporting? Financial institutions (FIs) must measure portfolio emissions regularly to demonstrate progress in decarbonization over time, and they must start with a baseline measurement. FIs that are ready to determine their baseline face several challenges, including incomplete or inconsistent emissions data in some areas of the business.

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AUGUST 15, 2023

Many observers will focus on the political intrigue, crookedness and corruption. How developers made direct requests to a minister’s chief of staff to take properties out of the Greenbelt. That government complied, making formerly protected areas available for development. For me, the sad thing is how the Greenbelt is conceived. Investors and politicians see it as land parcels, dark circles on a map, numbers tallied on a chart.

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GreenBiz

AUGUST 15, 2023

Addressing the systemic issues of slavery and tracking will take multistakeholder engagement that includes workers along with clearer regulatory signals.

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AUGUST 15, 2023

NSW energy minister says she is open to possibility of putting part of HumeLink that will connect Snowy 2.0 project to rest of grid under ground. The post NSW says it may put part of controversial Snowy link underground, despite higher costs appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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.

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GreenBiz

AUGUST 15, 2023

The energy transition is slowing down growth of oil demand, but has yet to reduce overall levels of consumption of the fossil fuel, the IEA warns.

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Renew Economy

AUGUST 15, 2023

Almost half of the environmental experts on the social media network formerly known as Twitter have abandoned the platform in a trend one study found could damage climate change discourse. The post Climate experts go cold on social media platform now known as X appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Renew Economy

AUGUST 15, 2023

The lawsuit is the first in US to rely on a state’s constitutional right to a clean and healthful environment to challenge policies that fuel climate change. It won’t be the last. The post Montana kids win historic climate lawsuit – here’s why it could set a powerful precedent appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 15, 2023

CLEVELAND, August 15, 2023 /3BL/ – KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) provided $20.2 million for the construction of new affordable housing in Anchorage, AK. CDLI provided $9 million in Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) equity, a $10 construction loan and a $1.3 million permanent loan to finance the new construction of Ch’bala Corners II, a 38-unit, family project developed and managed by Cook Inlet Housing Authority (CIHA).

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Renew Economy

AUGUST 15, 2023

The four hybrid power stations will eventually boast a combined installed capacity of 82MW and reduce diesel consumption by 38 million litres each year. The post Gold miner completes first of four solar and battery hybrid power stations appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 15, 2023

Food security is now a worldwide issue. To keep up with a rising population, the global agriculture sector will need to produce more food by 2050 than what was produced in the last 8,000 years combined. Yet, the agricultural sector is confronted with growing challenges, ranging from less arable land and water to a lack of broadband access in rural America, which impedes innovation and growth.

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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.

Renew Economy

AUGUST 15, 2023

BayWa and Atmos Renewables cut a deal on a major solar farm and announce new partnership that will be a "formidable force" for wind farm projects in Australia, The post BayWa and Atmos cut deal on solar farm, join forces for big wind projects appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 15, 2023

Originally published in SEE's Global Impact Report Angel Shelton Willis is the Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary for SEE ® (formerly Sealed Air). She oversees all aspects of SEE’s legal and compliance affairs, serves as the executive sponsor of SEE’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, and leads the company’s ESG Executive Steering Committee.

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Renew Economy

AUGUST 15, 2023

On the one-year anniversary of the US IRA, we look at the top five impacts, and how Australia can follow suit. The post All carrot, no stick: What Australia can learn from US approach to renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 15, 2023

Watch video: Subaru Loves Learning: Helping schools and students in need. Subaru believes that all students deserve an equal and fair opportunity at a quality education. That’s why we are continuing our partnership with AdoptAClassroom.org to support students at high needs schools, nationwide. Through the Subaru Loves Learning® initiative, Subaru and our retailers are adopting classrooms in our communities, providing teachers with funding to purchase much needed school supplies and resources to

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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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Renew Economy

AUGUST 15, 2023

Brookfield lines up Chinese renewable giant to potential build wind, battery and hydrogen components for its massive renewables investment plans in Australia. The post Brookfield lines up Chinese wind, battery and hydrogen giant for Australian renewable plans appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 15, 2023

Covia has the privilege of managing a variety of natural resources, which is why conservation and community well-being are deeply embedded in how we operate our mining and processing facilities. In 2022, we continued to invest in additional capabilities and devise strategies to bolster our ability to achieve our water conservation objectives. Water Stewardship Water conservation remains a particularly high priority for us given its importance to our local communities and the water intensive natu

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AUGUST 15, 2023

Stephanie Unwin, the CEO of Horizon Power, discusses how 400 residential and business customers had just one year to electrify after the local gas distribution decided to cut off the gas supply. The post SwitchedOn Podcast: How this regional town transitioned off the gas network in just 12 months appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 15, 2023

With an eager yet determined pursuit of a sustainable, equitable, and clean future, a broad collection of energy leaders announced a Joint Vision Statement on the energy transition at Reuters Events Energy Transition 2023 in New York in June. Allyson Anderson Book, our Chief Sustainability Officer, took part in several discussions at the event, and proudly signed this important statement.

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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

Renew Economy

AUGUST 15, 2023

Chelion Australia are excited to announce that the integrated components of the Matrix CAIO All-In- One Battery Cabinet have been granted Clean Energy Council (CEC) approval for sale in Australia. The post Chelion Australia’s all-in-one battery cabinet for renewable energy deployment appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 15, 2023

At Acre, we pride ourselves on networking and building meaningful relationships around the world to help accelerate action where the planet needs it most. It is why we firmly align with our purpose, to create systemic change for our planet and society by activating people’s potential. I recently returned from ChangeNOW , the world's largest event of sustainable solutions for the planet, with Jack Malhotra-Mulloy , Acre’s Head of Impact Investing (EMEA).

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Global Renewable News

AUGUST 15, 2023

Inc. revealed today (Aug 15) that Dandelion Energy, the nation's leading residential geothermal company, ranks No. 2,470 on the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private c.

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AUGUST 15, 2023

Environment, health, and safety (EHS) managers spend a significant amount of time developing, implementing, auditing, and managing their EHS programs—all while training employees, monitoring and measuring performance, and reporting on progress. But despite their best efforts, many EHS managers still find their programs fail to drive best-in-class performance.

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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.

Global Renewable News

AUGUST 15, 2023

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Division of Mineral Resources (DMR) has granted Columbia University a permit to drill a closed-loop geothermal test bore to a depth of 800.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 15, 2023

Originally published by Ericsson Welcome to the latest edition of our Diversity & Inclusion News Round Up. Today we are talking about a new report from McKinsey, Mattel introducing a Barbie with Down syndrome, Microsoft helping to preserve cultural heritage, and women CEOs finally outnumbering CEOs named John. World of work McKinsey just released the latest “ The State of Organizations ” report , covering 10 significant shifts that organizations face right now, including mental health, hybri

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Global Renewable News

AUGUST 15, 2023

To prepare for a cleaner energy future and make necessary improvements to natural habitats and open green spaces in our communities, ComEd and Openlands today announced the 25 recipients of the 2023.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 15, 2023

CINCINNATI, August 15, 2023 /3BL/ - Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) has been named to the FTSE4Good Index for the second year in a row. Cintas earned its first inclusion in the index in 2022. Global index and data provider FTSE Russell created the FTSE4Good Index Series to include companies that demonstrate strong Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices.

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In our latest edition of Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Scorpio Edition, 3BL embraces the perspective of one of the zodiac's most misunderstood signs: Scorpio. While this sign often has a darker view of the world, they do not shy away from shining a light on controversial topics. This month we take a deep dive into corporate pullback of DEI and how companies can utilize astrological advice to reinvent its social impact communication.

Global Renewable News

AUGUST 15, 2023

On August 1, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) launched a new initiative to support states and local communities as they plan for and evaluate proposed development of large renewable e.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 15, 2023

CLEVELAND, August 15, 2023 /3BL/—KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) has appointed Zammy Arcos to senior relationship manager, to expand the firm’s equity originations activity. She will be focused on KeyBank’s community development banking efforts in North Carolina and the Northeast region. The move comes as KeyBank continues its commitment to affordable housing across the country, with a focus on expanding its CDLI platform.

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Global Renewable News

AUGUST 15, 2023

Beginning in the early summer of 2020, Planters Cotton Oil in Pine Bluff made a commitment to reduce their energy usage every year by enrolling in Entergy Arkansas' Continuous Energy Improvement (.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 15, 2023

Fifth Third Bank hosted its seventh annual Supplier Diversity Summit on August 8. With a theme of “Collaboration + Innovation = Growth,” the summit focused on helping diverse-owned businesses position themselves for growth and discover ways to expand business opportunities with larger corporations. “Having an inclusive and diverse business ecosystem is a strategic imperative for Fifth Third to help bring more jobs and investment to our communities,” said Kala Gibson, executive vice president and

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Throughout Climate Week, a feeling of urgency on tackling the climate crisis was palpable. Yet, questions continue to linger about corporate progress. Are we truly moving the needle or are we stuck in a cycle of empty statements and a flood of reports and guidelines? In the latest edition of Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Libra Edition , we use Climate Week outcomes to explore how brands can communicate progress credibly.