So you’re the first sustainability hire. Now what?
GreenBiz
JULY 25, 2022
With sustainability gaining steam even in small companies, how does a new sustainability hire set themselves up for success?
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Australia’s three richest men are spending their billions on green energy transition
Renew Economy
JULY 25, 2022
Surprise bid for renewables and storage developer Genex by Scott Farquhar and wife Kim Jackson tells two interesting stories about Australia's green energy transition. The post Australia’s three richest men are spending their billions on green energy transition appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Investing in tree equity for a greener world
GreenBiz
JULY 25, 2022
Sponsored: It’s crucial for corporations to help address environmental needs. WestRock and the Arbor Day Foundation are investing in 10 urban tree canopies within WestRock’s global operating footprint, helping to provide access to urban trees and public green spaces.
Feds, provinces reach agreement to boost funding for regenerative agriculture
Corporate Knights
JULY 25, 2022
Since Sarah Bakker started Field Sparrow Farms with her husband in 2011, she has looked to run her 100-acre farm in an environmentally sustainable way. This has meant using rotational grazing for her cattle and employing other regenerative practices. . She’s hoping more Canadian farmers will convert their own farms to more sustainable operations – and she’s been asking the federal government to give them a financial helping hand.
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
These startups seek to close the supply-and-demand gap for recycled plastics
GreenBiz
JULY 25, 2022
Corporations want to increase recycled plastic content in packaging and products but can't get enough of it. These three companies are making moves to help address this need.
Franklin Templeton Earns Top Score in the Disability Equality Index
3BL Media
JULY 25, 2022
SOURCE: Franklin Templeton. DESCRIPTION: Franklin Templeton has been named a 2022 Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion and earned a top score in the Disability Equality Index (DEI). The DEI was launched in 2015 by Disability:IN and The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) and is acknowledged today as the most robust disability inclusion assessment tool in business.
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Work for Humankind: World of Possibilities Opens Up for Remote Island With Lenovo Technology
3BL Media
JULY 25, 2022
SOURCE: Lenovo. DESCRIPTION: Work for Humankind enables Lenovo to support ongoing conservation work from one of the world’s most far-flung workspaces on Robinson Crusoe Island through lasting technology solutions. For the first time ever, Lenovo’s technology hub offers boosted internet on Robinson Crusoe Island, upgraded from 1Mbps to up to 200 Mbps. 30% of the local island community have now taken advantage of the Lenovo technology hub.
Labor plans to seek advice from Climate Change Authority. But what is it worth?
Renew Economy
JULY 25, 2022
Since being gutted by the Coalition, the CCA is no longer a beacon of sound policy guidance. Which begs the question, what does Labor hope to hear from it? The post Labor plans to seek advice from Climate Change Authority. But what is it worth? appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Brian Maddox, Community Development Financial Institutions Leader, Talks KeyBank's Commitment To Equitable Path Forward
3BL Media
JULY 25, 2022
SOURCE: KeyBank. DESCRIPTION: KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investments (CDLI) recently provided a $20 million term loan to Enterprise Community Loan Fund Inc. to Equitable Path Forward , for a $3.5 billion nationwide initiative to advance racial equity in real estate development. The aim: To provide financing to minority developers keen on building affordable rental housing in marginalized communities.
Look, no trackers! Stanford engineers say pyramid shaped lens can capture more solar
Renew Economy
JULY 25, 2022
Stanford researchers develop pyramid-shaped lens device that can significantly boost output without using trackers to follow the sun. The post Look, no trackers! Stanford engineers say pyramid shaped lens can capture more solar appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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
Ukraine Aid in Action
3BL Media
JULY 25, 2022
SOURCE: FedEx Corporation. DESCRIPTION: As of June 2022, FedEx has donated more than $2.3 million in humanitarian aid for Ukrainians affected by Russia’s invasion. We are working closely with organizations like Direct Relief, Heart to Heart International, World Central Kitchen, Water Mission, International Medical Corps, and the Red Cross to transport medical supplies, food and other supplies to aid Ukrainians during this time.
Cruise operator MSC Group inks deal for LNG and hydrogen-powered ships
GreenBiz
JULY 25, 2022
Company announces intention to purchase two luxury cruise ships where onboard hotel operations will be powered by hydrogen fuel.
HERstory: Celebrating the Women of The World Games
3BL Media
JULY 25, 2022
Female athletes share their path to international success in sports. SOURCE: Regions Bank. DESCRIPTION: By Kyndle Huey. When you think of women in sports, powerhouse pitchers in softball and graceful gymnasts tend to come to mind. But the World Games wants to show how women are a force in international sports as well — think Korfball , Archery, Wushu and more.
South Australia receives 60 proposals for Whyalla green hydrogen plan
Renew Economy
JULY 25, 2022
South Australia receives 60 different proposals for its Whyalla hydrogen hub which now appears to have taken a deeper shade of green. The post South Australia receives 60 proposals for Whyalla green hydrogen plan appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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.
Cintas Earns Handshake's Early Talent Award
3BL Media
JULY 25, 2022
The industry leader in business services is recognized for its early-career programs. SOURCE: Cintas. DESCRIPTION: CINCINNATI, July 25, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) has received a 2022 Handshake Early Talent Award , which recognizes employers for best-in-class talent engagement and celebrates the top workplaces that attract Generation Z.
ARENA backs study to unlock value stacks of grid-scale energy storage
Renew Economy
JULY 25, 2022
Monash University will conduct a study into how energy markets can better support and reward the roll-out of large-scale storage technologies. The post ARENA backs study to unlock value stacks of grid-scale energy storage appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Glow's Consumer ESG Brand Tracker Launches in the US & UK
3BL Media
JULY 25, 2022
Social Responsibility Score (SRS) brand level diagnostic & tracker is now capturing consumer perceptions of over 500 brands across the US, UK and Australian markets. SOURCE: Glow. DESCRIPTION: Australian research technology company, Glow today announces the expansion of its market leading consumer ESG/sustainability research product into the US and UK.
Northvolt looks to develop wood-based batteries to keep supply chain local
Renew Economy
JULY 25, 2022
Northvolt and Finland's Stora Enso to develop sustainable batteries using wood based products from Nordic forests to keep the supply chain local. The post Northvolt looks to develop wood-based batteries to keep supply chain local appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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.
Walmart To Purchase 4,500 Canoo Electric Delivery Vehicles To Be Used for Last Mile Deliveries in Support of Its Growing eCommerce Business
3BL Media
JULY 25, 2022
The retailer will be the first to receive Canoo’s Lifestyle Delivery Vehicle which is anticipated to begin hitting the road for Walmart deliveries in 2023. SOURCE: Walmart. DESCRIPTION: BENTONVILLE, Ark., July 25, 2022 /3BL Media/ — Walmart (NYSE: WMT) has signed a definitive agreement with Canoo (NASDAQ: GOEV), a high-tech advanced mobility company, to purchase 4,500 all-electric delivery vehicles, beginning with the Lifestyle Delivery Vehicle (LDV), with the option to purchase up to 10,000 uni
Takeover target Genex touts new wind and storage as good bet in broken market
Renew Economy
JULY 25, 2022
Genex says its proposed wind farm of up to 200MW, and the new Bouldercombe battery leave it well placed in increasingly volatile markets. The post Takeover target Genex touts new wind and storage as good bet in broken market appeared first on RenewEconomy.
For High-Tech Supply Chains, CO2 Emission Tracking Is Sustainable Business Currency
3BL Media
JULY 25, 2022
by Susan Galer. SOURCE: SAP. DESCRIPTION: The only thing rising faster than greenhouse gas emissions are regulations to track them, particularly in high technology. As consumers and policymakers get serious about understanding the carbon footprint of the latest high-tech toys and innovative machines, industry leaders are making sustainability a core commitment with transformational impacts on business models.
WLAN/SSID Security Migration into 6GHz Networks
Cisco CSR
JULY 25, 2022
With the introduction of Wi-Fi 6E/6GHz, there is a huge increase in available RF space, multiplying the overall total capacity of any wireless network, and at the same time, removing sources of interference and noise. This increase in performance and quality of the wireless connections will be really exciting and bring multiple opportunities, but this will come with the price of new and better security requirements for our WLAN/SSID configuration migration.
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
Mastercard Names Ellen Jackowski Chief Sustainability Officer
3BL Media
JULY 25, 2022
SOURCE: Mastercard. DESCRIPTION: Purchase, New York, July 25, 2022 / 3BLMedia/ - Mastercard announced Ellen Jackowski will join the company as Chief Sustainability Officer starting July 25, 2022. In this role, she will be instrumental in further integrating Mastercard’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy into the organization. “We are excited to welcome Ellen as our new Chief Sustainability Officer.
Introducing Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) Release 12
Cisco CSR
JULY 25, 2022
What is NDFC? Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) is the new, power-packed, feature-rich service (formerly Data Center Network Manager or DCNM) exclusively available on the Cisco Nexus Dashboard (ND). NDFC embraces a Kubernetes-based microservices architecture. With the introduction of NDFC Release 12, users get a consistent experience across NDFC and other services hosted on Nexus Dashboard including Insights and Orchestrator.
Gildan Extends World Vision Partnership Into Bangladesh
3BL Media
JULY 25, 2022
SOURCE: Gildan Activewear. DESCRIPTION: Gildan is pleased to share that the Company has signed an 18-month long partnership with World Vision Bangladesh representing an investment of US $52,000 to support the economic empowerment of women in the community. The investment will be used to provide training to women who wish to enhance their ability to manage their personal finances.
Coca-Cola: The people-first story of a digital transformation
McKinsey Sustainabilty
JULY 25, 2022
With thousands to train, the transformation of Coca-Cola’s commercial product supply operations needed buy-in from the boardroom to the front line.
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
Tapestry's Community Response and Relief
3BL Media
JULY 25, 2022
SOURCE: Tapestry, Inc. DESCRIPTION: COVID-19 PANDEMIC. Tapestry continued to support our communities during FY2021 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We took strategic actions to protect the health and safety of employees and customers and to comply with local regulations. Our brands and Foundations made a number of relief grants and provided support to communities most severely impacted by the ongoing pandemic.
Building decarbonization: How electric heat pumps could help reduce emissions today and going forward
McKinsey Sustainabilty
JULY 25, 2022
The electrification of heating systems could play a significant role in the transition to net zero—and heat pumps are emerging as a solution.
Life at Bread Financial: Columbus Stonewall Pride Parade
3BL Media
JULY 25, 2022
SOURCE: Bread Financial. DESCRIPTION: Last month, our associates joined the annual Columbus Stonewall Pride Parade in downtown Columbus, Ohio. We loved seeing our associates loud and proud as they marched in support of the LGBTQIA+ community. They even made their own float as a part of our PRIDE Business Resource Group’s PRIDE month activities. Check it out here. .
Cisco Salutes the League of Cybersecurity Heroes
Cisco CSR
JULY 25, 2022
We have entered a world where uncertainty has become the normal operating mode for everyone. Within this new frontier, cybersecurity has become even more challenging. However, some cybersecurity professionals have stood out, using their unique skills and resourcefulness to protect the integrity of their businesses, and to withstand unpredictable and dynamically changing threats.
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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