How the new EU directive will rewrite ESG reporting
GreenBiz
MAY 1, 2023
The European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive won’t just affect local companies, it will transform sustainability reporting around the globe.
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How Indigenous Nations are leading the conservation-based economy
Corporate Knights
MAY 1, 2023
Sharing Indigenous Elders’ lived experiences through oral Nêhiyaw (Cree) history is at the top of Kevin Lewis’s daily to-do list. Lewis is the founder of the non-profit kâniyâsihk Culture Camps, where land-based teachings on foraging, birch-bark-canoe building and other bushcraft in northeast Saskatchewan’s boreal forest are passed down. Lewis’s kokum (grandmother) used to tell him that the water was once so pure their ancestors could simply fill their pots and make tea.
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The State of ESG
GreenBiz
MAY 1, 2023
Date/Time: May 23, 2023 (1-2PM ET / 10-11AM PT) What does it mean to be in an ESG culture war, and how much does it matter for capital flows to support sustainability? How are investors making decisions on taking the necessary leaps and bounds required to achieve a net-zero economy given the risks posed by ideological or legislative landmines? Should the pushback even matter?
Huge public interest as Hunter offshore wind zone proposal draws 1,900 submissions
Renew Economy
MAY 1, 2023
Lots of reading for Chris Bowen as public consultation on Australia's second official offshore wind development zone attracts just shy of 2,000 submissions. The post Huge public interest as Hunter offshore wind zone proposal draws 1,900 submissions appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization
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.
Inside the art and science of banks’ ‘financed emissions’
GreenBiz
MAY 1, 2023
What does it take to determine how much a bank's lending and investments contribute to the climate crisis?
Rooftop solar economics “outstanding” in Australia, even as module prices creep up
Renew Economy
MAY 1, 2023
IEA says Australian PV market contracted in 2022 while cost – and average size – of residential systems grew. But solar is still an economic no-brainer for homes and business. The post Rooftop solar economics “outstanding” in Australia, even as module prices creep up appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Contractors named for first big solar and battery hybrid to serve iron ore giants
Renew Economy
MAY 1, 2023
Alinta names contractors for solar-battery hybrid facility that will help power BHP's port facilities for its huge iron ore mines. The post Contractors named for first big solar and battery hybrid to serve iron ore giants appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Decolonizing the definition of technology
GreenBiz
MAY 1, 2023
Reframing how we define technology could be the ultimate gamechanger.
RWE says Australian eight hour battery win puts it on path to 3GW of storage
Renew Economy
MAY 1, 2023
Germany energy giant RWE says the landmark battery storage win in Australia with its proposed eight hour storage configuration is part of a global ambition to build 3GW of battery storage capacity by 2030. RWE Renewables is to build a 50MW, eight hour battery (400MWh) next to its 249MW Limondale solar farm in south-west NSW […] The post RWE says Australian eight hour battery win puts it on path to 3GW of storage appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Sustainability Action Report: Survey Findings on ESG Disclosure and Preparedness
GreenBiz
MAY 1, 2023
ESG expectations are on the rise. And companies are responding. Environmental, social and governance (ESG) concerns continue to ratchet up as stakeholders increasingly expect a company’s business strategy to align with its sustainability commitments, priorities and requirements. Stakeholders understand the impact and dependence of companies on the environment and society, and it’s evident that sustainability reporting and disclosure are more than “check-the-box” compliance exercises.
Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?
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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.
Energy Insiders Podcast: Batteries and pumped hydro fight over coal succession plans
Renew Economy
MAY 1, 2023
Brad Hopkins from AEMO Services discusses the stunning results of the first NSW generation and storage tender, and what it means for the market. The post Energy Insiders Podcast: Batteries and pumped hydro fight over coal succession plans appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Principles & Values-Based: Conserving and Enhancing Natural Resources through Sustainable Project Management
Green Project Management
MAY 1, 2023
Principles & Values-Based: Conserving and Enhancing Natural Resources through Sustainable Project Management In an era of environmental degradation and climate change, many individuals and organizations are looking for ways to contribute to conserving and regenerating our planet’s natural resources. For project managers, embracing sustainable practices is crucial in achieving this goal.
Faulty wind turbines banned in Victoria over “dangerous incidents”
Renew Economy
MAY 1, 2023
Victoria’s independent safety regulator has banned supply of a local manufacturer's small wind turbines following a series of "dangerous incidents." The post Faulty wind turbines banned in Victoria over “dangerous incidents” appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Expect $264B of Investment in Electric Vehicle Charging by 2030
Environment + Energy Leader
MAY 1, 2023
Global technology company Siemens predicts that the market for wireless EV charging in Europe and North America will reach $2 billion by 2028. The post Expect $264B of Investment in Electric Vehicle Charging by 2030 appeared first on Environment+Energy Leader.
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
Low wind and solar prices and long duration batteries: Where now for pumped hydro?
Renew Economy
MAY 1, 2023
There appears no shortage of low cost wind, solar and battery storage. But can pumped hydro step into the fold to replace coal? The post Low wind and solar prices and long duration batteries: Where now for pumped hydro? appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Let’s not forget about how renewables will impact the distribution grid
Utiliity Dive
MAY 1, 2023
As many more zero-carbon generation sources connect to the grid, the urgency of grid modernization programs will continue to increase. Discover how the rise of renewables will drive the need for upgrades on our distribution systems.
Wind turbine recycling breakthrough delivers promise in a test tube – but can it be scaled up?
Renew Economy
MAY 1, 2023
Denmark-based researchers say they’ve found a novel way to break down discarded wind-turbine blades, recovering useful materials in the process. The post Wind turbine recycling breakthrough delivers promise in a test tube – but can it be scaled up? appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Playing around with Unabiz’s LTE UnaBell button
Stacey Higginbotham
MAY 1, 2023
For the last week, I’ve been playing with a connected LTE button from Unabiz that uses the LTE-M network and Unabiz’s UnaConnect software to send and show device data. The review unit came with the button itself, some batteries, and a temperature probe. The UnaBell button is designed for industrial use, and costs $59 for the button and a year of connectivity.
What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?
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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
UNSW launches new clean energy start-up accelerator, Climate 10x
Renew Economy
MAY 1, 2023
UNSW incubator wing to provide seed investment, mentoring and industry access for six Australian start-ups that demonstrate significant climate impact. The post UNSW launches new clean energy start-up accelerator, Climate 10x appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Cleantech Startup Energy Dome Raises $44 Million to Scale “CO2 Battery” Energy Storage Solution
ESG Today
MAY 1, 2023
Energy storage startup Energy Dome announced that it has raised €40 million (US$44 million), with proceeds aimed at scaling the global commercialization of its utility-scale storage solution, the CO2 Battery, and its expansion in new markets, with a particular focus on the U.S. Founded in 2019, Milan, Italy-based Energy Dome enables expanded use of renewable energy by making solar and wind power dispatchable using its CO2 Battery, utilizing thermodynamic processes to use CO2 as an energy storage
Reducing climate-related property risk with AI
McKinsey Sustainabilty
MAY 1, 2023
In this roundtable, leaders from AI-enabled analytics platform ZestyAI discuss how artificial intelligence could help US property insurers evolve their underwriting models to account for climate risk.
Introducing Our New Editor In Chief: David Worford, Bringing Expertise and Passion to E+E Leader
Environment + Energy Leader
MAY 1, 2023
David's return to E+E Leader as our Editor In Chief is an exciting development for us, as his experience and passion for the environment and energy sectors align perfectly with our mission.
What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?
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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.
Overheard at Upstart Co-Lab: Cultural institutions are learning how to invest for an inclusive creative economy.
Impact Alpha
MAY 1, 2023
ImpactAlpha, May 1 — An art museum investing in a portfolio designed to prove out the viability – and impact – of investments. The post Overheard at Upstart Co-Lab: Cultural institutions are learning how to invest for an inclusive creative economy. appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
The amazing AI super tutor for students and teachers | Sal Khan
TEDxInnovations
MAY 1, 2023
Sal Khan, the founder and CEO of Khan Academy, thinks artificial intelligence could spark the greatest positive transformation education has ever seen. He shares the opportunities he sees for students and educators to collaborate with AI tools -- including the potential of a personal AI tutor for every student and an AI teaching assistant for every teacher -- and demos some exciting new features for their educational chatbot, Khanmigo.
The Brief: Creative economy investment pipeline, coffee and climate, waste-to-fuel in California, employee ownership ecosystem, decarb bros take on the doomers
Impact Alpha
MAY 1, 2023
Greetings, Agents of Impact! ? Connect with us. Say hello to ImpactAlpha’s Amy Cortese this week at the Milken Global Conference in Los. The post The Brief: Creative economy investment pipeline, coffee and climate, waste-to-fuel in California, employee ownership ecosystem, decarb bros take on the doomers appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Maximizing Your Energy Strategy: The Benefits of Active Participation
Environment + Energy Leader
MAY 1, 2023
In today’s fast-paced world, energy plays a vital role in powering businesses and supporting their growth. But with the ever-increasing cost of energy and the pressing need to reduce carbon emissions, energy-intensive businesses need to explore ways to maximize their energy strategy. One way to do this is through active. Read more » The post Maximizing Your Energy Strategy: The Benefits of Active Participation appeared first on Environment+Energy Leader.
The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges
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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.
UL Solutions Launches End-to-End ESG Data Management & Reporting Portfolio
ESG Today
MAY 1, 2023
Applied safety science company provider UL Solutions announced today the launch of its portfolio of ESG management offerings, aimed at enabling companies to build and manage sustainability data management programs. With a particular focus on carbon and scope 3 emissions, the portfolio combines advisory practice, software, and verification services to enable sustainability professionals to accelerate their programs, and to address rapidly evolving regulatory and voluntary reporting requirements.
Now is the time to step up your security
Cisco CSR
MAY 1, 2023
Learn how Cisco’s Security Step-Up promotion delivers multi-layered defenses against phishing attacks, credential theft, and malicious web exposures In our recently published Cisco Cybersecurity Re… Read more on Cisco Blogs
WTW Launches Practice to Help Clients Assess, Manage Climate Risks
ESG Today
MAY 1, 2023
Global advisory, broking, and solutions company WTW announced the launch of Climate Risk Solutions for Corporate Risk & Broking (CRB) North America, aimed at helping the firm’s clients to better manage climate-related risks. Climate Risk Solutions expands WTW’s predictive climate analytics capabilities, integrating its tools and solutions to support clients in analyzing and quanitifying their climate-related exposures, while developing and implementing solutions to mitigate and transfer clim
Sungrow Introduces Its Liquid Cooled ESS PowerStack for the C&I Energy Storage Market in Mexico
Alternative Energy Mag
MAY 1, 2023
The energy storage market in Mexico is mainly focused on behind-the-meter C&I applications. Energy storage systems are used to assist large electricity consumers in managing their electricity bills more efficiently.
Supercharge Your ESG Content This Libra Season
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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.
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