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Scaling small technologies can hasten our climate action

GreenBiz

What if we started to think about addressing the crisis not by looking for the silver bullet, but for many scaleable innovations that can move the needle, fast.

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Victoria launches push for new solar panel recycling options

Renew Economy

Victoria’s Labor government launches call for innovators to develop news ways of recycling solar panels with $10 million Solar Waste Challenge. The post Victoria launches push for new solar panel recycling options appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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EDF’s Fleet Electrification Solution Center offers a useful roadmap

GreenBiz

Company fleets now have an additional resource toward electrifying class 3-8 vehicles.

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“Another fail” as Australian energy consumers overcharged by $10 billion

Renew Economy

New report reveals flawed regulations have delivered billions of dollars in "supernormal" profits to poles and wires companies, at the expense of consumers. The post “Another fail” as Australian energy consumers overcharged by $10 billion appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Our clean energy future has arrived - if we want it

Corporate Knights

The astounding aspect of green energy technology is the fact that it all exists today, most of it has been around for decades. No new inventions are required to go green. But implementing alternative technologies on a large scale and truly decarbonizing our atmosphere to prevent further climate change will take more than scientific expertise and technical skill.

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Taskforce values nature-based markets at $7 trillion

GreenBiz

New Taskforce on Nature Markets study argues the emerging sector could be equivalent in size to the world's third largest economy.

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3 tips for how cities can be more entrepreneurial

GreenBiz

Some cities leaned into creative, progressive mobility programs during the global pandemic as city public transit ridership, the backbone of urban mobility, evaporated overnight.

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Queensland seeks local manufacturers to build state’s renewable energy “supergrid”

Renew Economy

Queensland sounds out local market for supply of wind turbines, solar panels, batteries and pumped hydro equipment for state's $62bn shift to renewables. The post Queensland seeks local manufacturers to build state’s renewable energy “supergrid” appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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'Coaching Her Future' Delivers Important Leadership Lessons

3BL Media

DICK'S Sporting Goods is proud to sponsor a movement dedicated to keeping girls engaged in the games they love. SOURCE: DICK'S Sporting Goods. DESCRIPTION: When female athletes leave sports behind, familiar stories of why they quit are all too often left in their wake. Kim Myers, a DICK’S Community Marketing Manager, set out to bring the stark awareness to others.

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California utility claims biggest flow battery deal in the world

Renew Economy

A massive 200MW/2GWh long-duration iron flow battery energy storage system will be installed in the US city of Sacramento. The post California utility claims biggest flow battery deal in the world appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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The Sustainable Tractor: CNH Industrial's Chief Information Officer Featured in Report by MIT Technology Review Insights

3BL Media

SOURCE: CNH Industrial. DESCRIPTION: Marc Kermisch, CNH Industrial’s Chief Information Officer, has given his insight on AI, open data and the sustainable tractor in a global survey of 600 CIOs and technology leaders conducted by MIT Technology Review Insights. The report, entitled ‘CIO vision 2025: Bridging the gap between BI and AI’, outlines a purpose to shed light on the challenges companies face when implementing AI into their businesses and explore how they might unleash its potential in a

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How to ensure the world’s largest pumped-hydro project isn’t a disaster for the environment

Renew Economy

The long duration energy storage offered by pumped hydro is vital to Australia's renewables transition. So how can we limit its environmental damage? The post How to ensure the world’s largest pumped-hydro project isn’t a disaster for the environment appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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CML 2.4 Now Supports Horizontal Scale With Clustering

Cisco CSR

When will CML 2 support clustering? This was the question we heard most when we released Cisco Modeling Labs (CML) 2.0 — and it was a great one, at that. So, we listened. CML 2.4 now offers a clustering feature for CML-Enterprise and CML-Higher Education licenses, which supports the scaling of a CML 2 deployment horizontally. But what does that mean?

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Supergrids sound great for renewables, but they must be fair and sustainable too

Renew Economy

How can we ensure a fair and sustainable transmission transition? Here are 12 recommendations to the federal government's Rewiring the Nation policy. The post Supergrids sound great for renewables, but they must be fair and sustainable too appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Path analytics for Microsoft 365 now available with Cisco SD-WAN Cloud OnRamp for SaaS

Cisco CSR

Microsoft 365 is the most widely used SaaS application as per the latest report from Okta. As enterprises increase their use of Microsoft 365 suite of applications, their attention turns to providing the best application experience for their users, be it for Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, or Outlook. Any drop in application experience results in loss of productivity for their users and costs companies billions of dollars.

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Australia’s climate bill is the beginning of the journey, not the end

Renew Economy

Australia's climate bill was an important first step, but it must be followed by many more concrete actions, including a solid plan to reach the targets. The post Australia’s climate bill is the beginning of the journey, not the end appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Catching the Next Wave of Innovation in Routing and Automation

Cisco CSR

The ocean has plenty of waves but catching the perfect one requires serious thought and planning since we know water is never predictable. Surfers need to time it right with precision and use a balance of strength and endurance to paddle, pop up, and ride the wave without wiping out. Having the skills and the right board makes all the difference for an ultimate surfing experience.

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Telstra underwrites Australia’s biggest wind farm in PPA with Ark Energy

Renew Economy

Telstra inks PPA with Ark Energy to meet around 25% of its energy needs with wind power from the massive McIntyre project being developed in Queensland. The post Telstra underwrites Australia’s biggest wind farm in PPA with Ark Energy appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Matter is now official!

Stacey Higginbotham

The Connectivity Standards Alliance has certified and released the first version of the Matter smart home interoperability protocol Tuesday and I couldn’t be happier. This means that member companies can now put their devices through the certification protocol and get a badge showing that their products are Matter compliant. The Matter logo on a smart bulb.

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Kaban wind farm powers up, connects to Queensland’s renewable “SuperGrid”

Renew Economy

Neoen Australia's Kaban wind farm has powered up, a milestone for the first new project in Queensland's first designated Renewable Energy Zone. The post Kaban wind farm powers up, connects to Queensland’s renewable “SuperGrid” appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Nestlé Commits Over $1 Billion to Sustainable Coffee Farming Plan

ESG Today

Global food and beverage company Nestlé announced today the launch of the Nescafé Plan 2030, outlining the company’s ubiquitous coffee brand’s plan to improve the sustainability of coffee farming, and helping farmers transition to regenerative agriculture practices. Nestlé said that the brand will invest over 1 billion Swiss Francs (USD$1 billion) in the new plan by 2030.

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Great Solar Business Podcast: Smart hot water diverters

Renew Economy

Scott Young from Catch Power explains why hot water diverters have come of age and how they can save consumers hundreds of dollars. The post Great Solar Business Podcast: Smart hot water diverters appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Creating the Hybrid Work Experience That Empowers All Employees

Cisco CSR

The days of workers spending their days entirely in an enclosed office are gone. Hybrid work is here—and it’s here to stay. To make it successful for your employees, hybrid work requires a more thoughtful approach. One where people, business, and technology meet to power an inclusive experience for all – and getting it right requires thinking about work differently.

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Lenoir City Schools Achieve Energy Savings of 29% After Comprehensive Energy Upgrades Through Trane Collaboration - Even Through Record Heat Wave

3BL Media

Three year assessment results show the city has achieved nearly $1.6 million in energy savings annually, 42% higher than expected. SOURCE: Trane Technologies. DESCRIPTION: DAVIDSON, N.C., Oct. 5, 2022 /3BL Media/ – Trane ® - by Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator - is pleased to share that the Lenoir City School System in Lenoir City, Tennessee, has achieved a total energy savings of nearly $1.6 million in the three years following a comprehensive energy and infrastructure

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U.S. Financial Stability Oversight Council Launches Climate Risk Advisory Committee

ESG Today

The U.S. Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) announced today the launch of the Climate-related Financial Risk Advisory Committee (CFRAC), aimed at helping the council with identifying, assessing and mitigating climate-related risks to the financial system. Initial members of the new council represent a broad range of backgrounds, including financial services executives, sustainability disclosure specialists, climate data providers, academics and NGOs, among others.

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We Attended Grace Hopper: Here's What Happened Next

3BL Media

SOURCE: Qualcomm. DESCRIPTION: You’re ready to take your shot with the biggest high-tech players. You pack your finest business casual, drop an apple (you won’t eat) in your bag, and hop on a flight. Three airport tacos, one hotel check-in, and two shuttles later, and there you are, at the Grace Hopper Celebration (GHC) in Orlando, Florida. If you’re one of many women making this tech-wonder-land pilgrimage, you may be excited-meets-anxious about what to expect and what happens if you sign on th

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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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Global Green Packaging Market to Reach $409B by 2030

Environment + Energy Leader

The global green packaging market size had a revenue holding of $229.46 billion in 2021. It is expected to reach $409.2 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 7.5% from 2022–2030. The post Global Green Packaging Market to Reach $409B by 2030 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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NRG Energy 2021 Sustainability Report: Safety and Well-Being

3BL Media

NRG Energy: Our journey to a greener tomorrow. SOURCE: NRG Energy. DESCRIPTION: Safety and Well-Being. The safety and well being of our employees are of paramount importance. The workplace of the future. Beyond the physical distancing and safety protocols implemented during the global pandemic, it has become increasingly clear that other aspects of the workplace need to evolve as well.

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New California Laws Ban Sale of Textiles, Cosmetics Containing PFAS

Environment + Energy Leader

The legislation outlaws offering products with the chemicals by 2025. The post New California Laws Ban Sale of Textiles, Cosmetics Containing PFAS appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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KeyBank Supports Teammates and Clients Impacted by Hurricane Ian

3BL Media

SOURCE: KeyBank. DESCRIPTION: Hurricane Ian has devastated parts of the western coast of Florida and created dangerous flooding conditions throughout the Southeastern United States. As with any major natural disaster, KeyBank is taking steps to make sure our teammates and clients have the support they need. KeyBank has commercial and private bank offices in Florida, including areas that were impacted by the storm.

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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.