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Negative demand: The new grid reality in a state where half of all homes have rooftop solar

Renew Economy

Negative demand never used to be a thing. But South Australia is seeing an increasing number of events when rooftop solar is generating more power than the state needs. The post Negative demand: The new grid reality in a state where half of all homes have rooftop solar appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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What’s in your ‘transition fund’? Poor transparency puts investors at risk

Corporate Knights

As capital flows toward investments labelled as green or transitional, investors need confidence that these labels reflect genuine alignment with climate science. Without clear standards, increased capital flows mean increased risk that climate finance becomes a branding exercise rather than a meaningful driver of decarbonization. The accelerating transition away from fossil fuels and toward electrification and renewable energy presents both risks and opportunity to investors.

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Denmark approves first lifespan extension for one of world’s oldest offshore wind farms

Renew Economy

One of the world's oldest offshore wind farms gets a 10-year life extension - a first for wind pioneer Denmark. The post Denmark approves first lifespan extension for one of world’s oldest offshore wind farms appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Europe Leads the Way on Scope 3 Emissions: What Investors and Companies Need to Know

CSR Hub

Explore how EU regulations are reshaping Scope 3 emissions reportingand why CSRHubs Cynthia Figge says what gets measured gets acted on.

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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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Renew Economy enjoys record readership as page views top 26 million for first time

Renew Economy

Renew Economy has enjoyed record readership over the last 12 months, and a big jump in newsletter subscribers. The post Renew Economy enjoys record readership as page views top 26 million for first time appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Why I Started a Food Innovation ETF: From Personal Conviction to Growth Investing

3BL Media

by Elysabeth Alfano, VegTech Invest Where there is inefficiency in the market, there is innovation. Thus, I saw a massive investment opportunity in food system transformation, a total addressable market estimated at $9 trillion to $14 trillion. Investing in companies pioneering sustainable food solutions isnt just ethical it is financially sound. The U.S.

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Leading by Example: Sustainable Growth in La Crosse

3BL Media

Were leading by example through responsible operations, reimagining our systems and taking action to have a restorative impact on the environment. Project At-a-Glance: The opportunity for La Crosse As capacity for data centers continues to grow, so does demand for our sustainable technology. At our manufacturing center in La Crosse, Wisconsin, we are meeting customer demand for high-efficiency chillers while reducing the environmental impact of our operations.

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Rushed renewable reforms are causing chaos in Queensland, as Olympics get a free pass

Renew Economy

Planning for the Olympics is getting a free pass, but the renewable industry has been thrown into chaos by government changes. The post Rushed renewable reforms are causing chaos in Queensland, as Olympics get a free pass appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3M Works To Support Skilled Trades Through Community Partnerships and Training

3BL Media

Originallly published on 3M News Center The SkillsUSA National Signing Day at St. Paul College in St. Paul, Minnesota, set out to generate some of the same excitement for collegiate athletes when they sign their letter of intent to play for a team. Instead of signing on to a sports team, however, dozens of students signed letters of intent for job offers, apprenticeships, or advanced technical training.

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How NGOs Can Act as Learning Labs for Government

Stanford Social Innovation

By Jennifer Schechter , Emily Bensen & N’Toumbi Tiguida Sissoko Late in 2020, the Togolese Ministry of Health (MoH) put out a call for help. The office of the presidency had given the MoH a clear directive: Figure out how to make maternal health care free. Our NGO, Integrate Health (IH), has been working on innovative approaches to primary health care in Togo since 2004, and weve developed a strong collaborative relationship with the ministry over time.

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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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Finding Her Future in a Tech-Forward Career

3BL Media

Verizon Tiffany Paovella was running a restaurant in her hometown of Ossining, New York, when she realized that the ups and downs of the food service industry were becoming less palatable to her. As a mother of three teenagers, Paovella wanted a steadier career to provide for her family and allow her husband to stop working nights. So, Paovella took a part-time job at the local library and decided to build on her associates degree to earn an online bachelors degree.

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The Next Wave of AI is Here

Cisco CSR

At Cisco, were building the critical infrastructure for the AI era. And the shift from generative to agentic AI is making our work even more important and timely. Well be sharing more at Cisco Live on how we're helping to put our customers at the forefront of AI innovation.

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La Fenice Pizza: How Two Founders Turned a Pandemic Idea Into a Pizza Powerhouse

3BL Media

Originally published on GoDaddy Resource Library By Mark McCaffrey, Chief Financial Officer for GoDaddy At GoDaddy , few things inspire us more than learning directly from the entrepreneurs we are here to support. I had the chance to meet with Leo Lopez and Lamont Chapell, the San Jose-based founders and owners of the mobile catering company, La Fenice Pizza.

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Global Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production to Double in 2025, IATA Says

ESG Today

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that it expects sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production to roughly double to reach two million tonnes this year, but noted that this accounts for just 0.7% of airlines total fuel consumption. Fuel accounts for the vast majority of the aviation sectors emissions. Generally produced from sustainable resources, like waste oils and agricultural residues, SAF is seen as one of the key tools to help decarbonize the aviation industry i

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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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Europe Leads the Way on Scope 3 Emissions: What Investors and Companies Need To Know

3BL Media

As previously seen on the CSRHub blog. This piece was originally published in the SNS Global Report , the worlds most accurate weekly analysis about the future of technology and the global economy Written by Berit Anderson. CSRHub recaps key takeaways below. As political resistance to climate action grows in the U.S., the European Union continues to push forward.

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Oxford, AICPA & CIMA Launch New Sustainability Reporting Course for Finance, Accounting Professionals

ESG Today

Oxford Universitys Sad Business School and accounting organizations AICPA & CIMA announced today the launch of the Sustainability Reporting and ESG Data Management Programme, a new executive management program focused on sustainability reporting strategies. According to Amir Amel-Zadeh, Associate Professor of Accounting at Sad Business School, the new course comes as companies face a series of new sustainability reporting compliance requirements, and are moving from a voluntary reporting env

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KFC France Teams Unite for a Clean Walk in Paris: Taking Steps Toward a Cleaner, Greener World

3BL Media

KFC The KFC France team came together with the KFC CNIT La Dfense ProNoa restaurant team for a Clean Walk around La Dfense in Paris. The aim? To bring awareness to the cleanliness of the environment we live and work in, while uniting our corporate and restaurant teams. We got out in the fresh air, collected trash, and cleaned up our local space as one team, with the same environmental dream.

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Detecting algal blooms in real time: Group presents inexpensive method

Envirotec Magazine

The sensor system (image credit: Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology) A real-time, low-cost algal bloom monitoring system has been developed by Korean researchers, employing inexpensive optical sensors and a novel labeling logic. The system achieves higher accuracy than state-of-the-art AI models such as Gradient Boosting and Random Forest, according to the group behind it, from Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology (KICT).

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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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Net Impact’s Inaugural SF Climate Week Event Discusses How To Decarbonize the California Energy Grid

3BL Media

June 4, 2025 /3BL/ - Net Impact, in partnership with PG&E, welcomed more than 150 attendees to its first-ever SF Climate Week event on April 24, 2025, with an additional 85 attendees tuning in virtually. The event, titled Plugging into the Future: Decarbonizing Californias Energy Grid, highlighted PG&Es leading work to decarbonize the states energy grid and featured impact professionals working to decarbonize the transportation sector.

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How the Cisco Store uses smart building technology to elevate in-store analytics and customer engagement

Cisco CSR

Discover how the Cisco Store uses smart building technology to enhance in-store analytics, boost customer engagement, reduce energy costs, and improve security.

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Griffith Foods Recognized as a 2025 Best Managed Company

3BL Media

ALSIP, Ill., June 4, 2025 /3BL/ - Griffith Foods is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2025 Best Managed Company , making it the fourth year in a row to earn this designation. Now in its sixth year, the award, sponsored by Deloitte* Private and The Wall Street Journal , recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies. The 2025 designees are U.S. private companies that have demonstrated excellence in strategic planning and execution, a commitment to their people, as well as maintaining fin

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Cisco Store redefines retail success, brings online-level analytics to physical stores

Cisco CSR

Cisco created a smart store with the full power of the Cisco portfolio to empower data-driven decision making, with improved customer experience and operational efficiency plus increased revenue. See how.

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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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Gen Named One of America’s Best Cybersecurity Companies for 2025 by Newsweek

3BL Media

We're proud to announce that Gen has been named one of America's Best Cybersecurity Companies for 2025 by Newsweek ! Its a testament to how our family of brands is making a difference, whether its protecting your data, securing your devices or supporting your financial wellness. Big thanks to our team. And thanks to all of the people, all over the world, who trust us to help safeguard their digital lives.

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Cisco Store transforms data into retail success with Splunk

Cisco CSR

Learn how Cisco Store uses Splunk Observability to transform data into insights, enabling strategic decisions that enhance customer conversions in physical stores.

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Milano Cortina 2026 Unveils Olympic and Paralympic Torches for Upcoming Winter Games

3BL Media

International Olympic Committee news On 14 April, the torches of Milano Cortina 2026 were revealed in two simultaneous events at the Triennale di Milano and at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan. The torches were presented by four stars of past Olympic and Paralympic Games: Olympic champion and last torchbearer at Torino 2006 Stefania Belmondo and Paralympic champion Bebe Vio in Milan, as well as Paralympic champion Martina Caironi and Carolina Kostner , bronze medallist at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Games,

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Operators’ guide: 3 Technologies Re-architecting the Future of Security

Cisco CSR

Discover how the next era of security is being shaped by technologies like Hybrid Mesh Firewalls, Universal Zero Trust Network Access, and Quantum-Safe Security

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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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Complimentary Webinar: Know Your SFI Standards – Chain of Custody and Fiber Sourcing

3BL Media

Complimentary Webinar Know Your SFI Standards Chain of Custody and Fiber Sourcing Thursday, June 12 | 12:00PM ET, 9:00AM PT What are the key differences and similarities between the Sustainable Forestry Initiatives (SFIs) Chain of Custody and Fiber Sourcing standards, and what do companies need to know, to decide what certification they need to meet their sustainability goals?

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TPG Acquires Energy Software and Data Analytics Platform Aurora

ESG Today

Alternative asset management firm TPG announced today an agreement by its climate investing platform TPG Rise Climate to acquire a majority stake in UK-based power market analytics provider Aurora Energy Research. Founded by University of Oxford professors and economists in 2013, Aurora provides power market forecasting and analytics for critical investment and financing decisions through a proprietary data, analytics, and software platform.

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State calls on industrial giants to keep “Steven Bradbury of green hydrogen” in the global race

Renew Economy

Green Hydrogen Hub project director issues plea to international investors, including the "monsters" of carbon intensive industry, to back Tasmania's $2 billion green fuel vision. The post State calls on industrial giants to keep “Steven Bradbury of green hydrogen” in the global race appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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DuPont Reaches 100% Renewable Electricity Across Europe

ESG Today

Multinational chemicals company DuPont announced a major milestone in its global sustainability journey, with 100% of its grid electricity across all EU operations now coming from renewable sources. According to DuPont, the achievement has been made possible through the use of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) and on-site solar energy. The company said that the announcement marks a key step towards its commitment to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050.

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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.