6 things to know about direct air capture
GreenBiz
JUNE 15, 2022
The carbon dioxide-sucking technology is a hot topic. Here's how it works, what policies support it, its impacts and more.
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Vast Solar and 1414 team up for new attempt at Port Augusta solar storage hub
Renew Economy
JUNE 15, 2022
Vast Solar and thermal storage hopeful 1414 Degrees to join forces to try and finally deliver long awaited solar thermal project near Port Augusta. The post Vast Solar and 1414 team up for new attempt at Port Augusta solar storage hub appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Goldman Sachs Foundation president Asahi Pompey on having an impact
GreenBiz
JUNE 15, 2022
A view on sustainability and philanthropy — or, that is, "the pursuit of profit with serious consideration" for purpose and impact.
Franklin Templeton's LMP Closed End Fund Eileen Kamerick Recognized as NACD Directorship 100™ Honoree
3BL Media
JUNE 15, 2022
The 16th Annual NACD Directorship 100™ List Recognizes the Most Influential Corporate Directors and Governance Experts. SOURCE: Franklin Templeton. DESCRIPTION: June 15, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) announced the 2022 NACD Directorship 100™ —the most influential peer-nominated leaders in the boardroom and corporate governance community.
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
Net Zero Tracker: Most corporate targets 'alarmingly weak'
GreenBiz
JUNE 15, 2022
More than a third of the world's largest companies now have net-zero targets, up from one-fifth in December 2020, according to the latest edition of the Net Zero Tracker
Why You Should Care About Pronouns at Work
3BL Media
JUNE 15, 2022
Being yourself and being allied begins with thoughtful communication. SOURCE: HP Inc. DESCRIPTION: The once-overlooked pronoun has earned an essential role in the professional world. From “she/her/hers” and “he/him/his” to the non-binary “they/them/theirs” and “ze/zir/zirs,” pronouns now appear on email signatures, Zoom screens, business cards, name tags, LinkedIn profiles, and more.
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Wind turbine collapses in “serious event” at WA wind farm
Renew Economy
JUNE 15, 2022
A wind turbine has collapsed at the Alinta wind farm in WA, buckling in half and falling into a canola field, and causing the 89MW project to be temporarily shut down. The post Wind turbine collapses in “serious event” at WA wind farm appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Corporations plus climate tech startups = scale
GreenBiz
JUNE 15, 2022
Catching up with the 100+ Accelerator program, a climate tech startup initiative supported by AB InBev, Coca-Cola, Colgate-Palmolive and Unilever.
“The problem is not renewables:” Bowen puts Uhlmann back in his coal box
Renew Economy
JUNE 15, 2022
Federal energy minister Chris Bowen says more renewables and storage needed to solve current crisis and propping up coal is not the answer. The post “The problem is not renewables:” Bowen puts Uhlmann back in his coal box appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Daughter of Cleveland, Tenn. Plant Employee Turns Whirlpool Sons and Daughters Scholarship Into Degree and Job Serving Her Community
3BL Media
JUNE 15, 2022
SOURCE: Whirlpool Corporation. DESCRIPTION: Few people are more motivating and inspiring than Whirlpool Corporation’s Cleveland Manufacturing New Employee Trainer, Clarissa Shepherd. It’s easy to see that her daughter, Sierra, learned excellence, enthusiasm and integrity by example. "Some of the work I do includes teaching grant-funded programs that focus on life after middle school and high school—whether that be college or a career—and how to achieve that.”.
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
Tasmania calls for new renewable generation – and load – as first REZ takes shape
Renew Economy
JUNE 15, 2022
Tasmania government launches ROI for new renewables and storage and for businesses seeking renewable electrical loads. The post Tasmania calls for new renewable generation – and load – as first REZ takes shape appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3M's Tobias Ross Teams Up With Auto Industry To Find New Solutions Using 3M Glass Bubbles
3BL Media
JUNE 15, 2022
SOURCE: 3M. DESCRIPTION: Many companies aspire to create the next “big thing.” Tobias Ross, 3M Advanced Materials Division (AdMD) business development manager, actually helps them do it. He leads a team focused on finding new automotive application solutions with 3M™ Glass Bubbles. Side by side with customers, 3M takes the simple glass bubbles product and creates extraordinary results.
Albanese locks in Australia’s higher 2030 emissions reduction target
Renew Economy
JUNE 15, 2022
Albanese formally commits Australia to a stronger 2030 emissions reduction target, as Bowen blames energy crisis on slow renewables investment. The post Albanese locks in Australia’s higher 2030 emissions reduction target appeared first on RenewEconomy.
The Qualcomm Racial Justice Giving Initiative Supports Nonprofits Driving Change
3BL Media
JUNE 15, 2022
SOURCE: Qualcomm. DESCRIPTION: We are committed to supporting racial justice. In 2021, we introduced the Racial Justice Giving Initiative (RJGI) and formed the RJGI Committee to support nonprofit organizations in the United States that are working to drive systemic change in racial justice and equity. The Committee is comprised of diverse employee volunteers from across the Company.
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.
New wind output records in Victoria and S.A. as delayed projects unshackled
Renew Economy
JUNE 15, 2022
New wind output records in Victoria and South Australia set this week, as two of the country's biggest and most delayed wind projects suddenly unshackled. The post New wind output records in Victoria and S.A. as delayed projects unshackled appeared first on RenewEconomy.
The Promise of Psychedelic Therapy
3BL Media
JUNE 15, 2022
SOURCE: Sea Change Radio. DESCRIPTION: Psychologist and pop culture icon of the 1960s, Timothy Leary, famously instructed San Francisco hippies to take psychedelic drugs in order to “turn on, tune in, and drop out.” These days there’s a movement in psychology, also centered in Northern California, advancing the use of psychedelics, as well. But the agenda is less about dropping out than about treating serious mental health challenges.
Why Australia’s National Electricity Market was suspended – and what happens next
Renew Economy
JUNE 15, 2022
How did we get here? What's likely to happen next? And what does it all mean for energy users? The post Why Australia’s National Electricity Market was suspended – and what happens next appeared first on RenewEconomy.
35 Years: The Mectizan® Donation Program
3BL Media
JUNE 15, 2022
The Mectizan Donation Program is the longest-running, disease-specific drug donation program of its kind. SOURCE: Merck & Co., Inc. DESCRIPTION: Our commitment: “as much as needed, for as long as needed…". For centuries, river blindness — also known as onchocerciasis — plagued remote communities in Africa, Latin America and Yemen, and there was no answer to this affliction.
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.
Roadblocks to the energy transition: Denial, opposition and lousy management
Renew Economy
JUNE 15, 2022
The problems with coal plants and their replacement is as much about lousy management as anything else. But Grok It! There is hope on the horizon. The post Roadblocks to the energy transition: Denial, opposition and lousy management appeared first on RenewEconomy.
TCS Expands in Minnesota by Creating More Hi-Tech Jobs and Growing STEM Education Initiatives by 50%
3BL Media
JUNE 15, 2022
Tata Consultancy Services Leverages Local Talent to Help Enterprises Accelerate their Growth and Transformation, and Invests in Shaping the North Star State’s Future IT Talent. SOURCE: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). DESCRIPTION: BLOOMINGTON, Minn, NEW YORK, June 14, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS) announced plans to continue growing its footprint in Minnesota by expanding its hiring program in the coming year and accelerating its STEM outreach efforts
Sustainability for Ukraine web-a-thon
GreenBiz
JUNE 15, 2022
Start Time: June 21, 2022, 8:00AM EST / End Time: June 22, 2022, 8:00AM EST Organized by: CSR Ukraine, CSR Europe and GlobeScan You can donate and register for the web-a-thon by visiting: sustainability4ua.
New Fifth Third Mortgage Program Offers $1,000 Toward Closing Costs for VA, FHA, 203K, USDA Mortgages
3BL Media
JUNE 15, 2022
SOURCE: Fifth Third Bancorp. DESCRIPTION: CINCINNATI, June 25, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Fifth Third Bank, National Association, is committed to improving and strengthening communities. To support affordable housing options, Fifth Third has announced it will pay $1,000 toward closing costs for VA, FHA, 203K and USDA Owner Occupied Purchase and REFI loans. This will lower the amount of cash needed for close and can be combined with other down payment assistance programs.
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
Energy Insiders Podcast: The energy crisis …. and offshore wind
Renew Economy
JUNE 15, 2022
All the latest on Australia’s energy crisis, and an interview with offshore wind expert Alastair Dutton. The post Energy Insiders Podcast: The energy crisis …. and offshore wind appeared first on RenewEconomy.
NextWave Plastics Expands Cross-Industry Consortium; Welcomes Logitech, Prevented Ocean Plastic, #tide ocean material
3BL Media
JUNE 15, 2022
International consumer tech company and leading ocean-bound plastic suppliers join NextWave Plastics to tackle plastic pollution at scale, keeping it in the economy and out of the ocean. SOURCE: Logitech. DESCRIPTION: NEW YORK, June 14, 2022 /3BL Media/ – NextWave Plastics announces today the addition of international consumer technology company Lo gitech and leading ocean-bound plastic suppliers Prevented Ocean Plastic and #tide ocean material to its consortium of cross-industry companies and o
Quantum computing funding remains strong, but talent gap raises concern
McKinsey Sustainabilty
JUNE 15, 2022
Our latest Quantum Technology Monitor shows industry interest remains strong, China is upping its game, and talent shortages require attention.
Keeping an Eye on the Bolt: Why I Think It’s the Electric Vehicle To Watch in the Coming Years
3BL Media
JUNE 15, 2022
By: John A. Lanier. SOURCE: Ray C. Anderson Foundation. SUMMARY: Chevrolet announced a rather surprising price reduction in the next model of their most popular electric vehicle. I think the price reduction is very calculated, and it’s intended to earn General Motors as much market share as possible in the affordable electric car market. DESCRIPTION: An interesting thing happened in the world of electric vehicles a couple of weeks ago.
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
How technology is shaping learning in higher education
McKinsey Sustainabilty
JUNE 15, 2022
New McKinsey research shows that students and faculty are eager to continue using new classroom learning technologies adopted during the pandemic, but institutions could do more to support the shift.
McKinsey & Company Releases 2021 ESG Report on Accelerating Sustainable and Inclusive Growth
3BL Media
JUNE 15, 2022
McKinsey’s fourth annual report shares progress on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities and efforts to catalyze decarbonization, build inclusive communities and workforces, and set the standard for our profession. SOURCE: McKinsey & Company. DESCRIPTION: June 15, 2022 /3BL Media/ - McKinsey & Company today released its 2021 ESG Report and shared progress the firm is making on its path to achieve net-zero climate impact by 2030.
Cisco Product Innovations for a Wireless First World with Wi-Fi 6 and 6E
Cisco CSR
JUNE 15, 2022
The advent of Wi-Fi has been a global success story. Today it is the world’s most used wireless communications technology, thanks to its many features, high performance, ease of use, and cost-efficiency. It complements private 5G wireless networks, enabling an array of high throughput, low latency applications—from virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) to 4k video.
The Challenge of Incorporating the Circular Mindset in Fashion
B the Change
JUNE 15, 2022
How IMPT! Is Adjusting Its Design, Services, and Business Model?—?and How Other Companies Can Follow Suit IMPT! upcycling jacket in collaboration with MIG Jeans. As a Certified B Corporation and fashion company committed to continuous improvement in sustainability and minimizing negative impacts, IMPT! seeks to know more about the circular economy and how the company can align its operations to reduce the production of waste.
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.
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