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Will Drax’s claim that burning Canadian wood pellets is green go up in smoke?

Corporate Knights

Ben Parfitt is a resource policy analyst with the B. C. office of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. . In April 2021, the United Kingdom’s Drax Group purchased Pinnacle Renewable Energy, becoming the largest wood pellet-maker in British Columbia and Canada. . The acquisition gave Drax control of the majority of pellet mills in the province, locking up a vital new raw-material supply for its massive thermal electricity plant in North Yorkshire. .

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How to make sure your ESG strategy appeals to younger generations

GreenBiz

Companies need to understand what younger generational investors care about to not only build an effective ESG strategy but also increase the company’s financial portfolio.

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DP Energy unveils plans for five offshore wind projects in Australia

Renew Economy

Developer of Australia's biggest wind and solar hybrid project becomes latest to unveil offshore wind plans in Australia, with five projects up to 2GW each. The post DP Energy unveils plans for five offshore wind projects in Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The Future of SEC Regulation and How to Prepare

GreenBiz

Helping investors make better decisions may be the driving force. But the reality is that the U.S. may be moving closer to mandated Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) disclosures for the first time.

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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.

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2022 Inaugural Benefit and Showcase Empowers Entrepreneurs in Hawa'ii and Polynesia

3BL Media

SOURCE: Whole Foods Market Foundations. DESCRIPTION: On June 24, 2022 at the Bishop Museum in Honolulu, Planet LA Records produced the Inaugural Benefit and Showcase for Whole Planet Foundation in partnership with Mana Up and Whole Foods Market stores in Oahu , collaboratively providing opportunities to entrepreneurs in Hawaii and Polynesia. The private event was attended by over 200 invited guests and featured emcee Brook Lee, former Miss Universe, honored Andy Allo, star of Amazon’s Upload sh

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Shape up or ship out: The shipping industry trials new tech to decarbonize

GreenBiz

Shipping accounts for 3 percent of global emissions. Solutions to cut those emissions include biofuels, renewable energy and hybrid systems.

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Living Carbon: The startup setting down roots from 9 to 5

GreenBiz

Dolly Parton provides a voice for the masses. This monthlong series will provide a platform for individuals making a difference.

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Lenovo Ranked as Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion

3BL Media

SOURCE: Lenovo. DESCRIPTION: August 24, 2022 /3BL Media/ – Lenovo, a global technology powerhouse and employer of 75,000 workers around the world has been recognized as a best place to work for disability inclusion by the Disability Equality Index, the world’s most comprehensive benchmarking tool for the Fortune 1000 and Am Law 2001 to measure disability workplace inclusion against competitors.

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If we want to replace fossil fuels with renewables, we must cut energy consumption

Renew Economy

New study finds it will be almost impossible for renewable energy to replace fossil fuels by 2050 unless Australia reduces its energy consumption. The post If we want to replace fossil fuels with renewables, we must cut energy consumption appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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South Dallas Innercity Community Development Corporation Is Going Solar, Thanks to Green Mountain Energy Sun Club

3BL Media

New system will offset 78% of building energy needs. SOURCE: Green Mountain Energy. DESCRIPTION: DALLAS, August 24, 2022 /3BL Media/ – The South Dallas/Fair Park Innercity Community Development Corporation (ICDC) is taking another step toward sustainability by installing a solar array on the roof of its building. Green Mountain Energy Sun Club donated nearly $130,000 for this eco-friendly upgrade.

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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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LivingCarbon: The startup setting down roots from 9 to 5

GreenBiz

Dolly Parton provides a voice for the masses. This monthlong series will provide a platform for individuals making a difference.

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Schneider Electric Announces Additional Participation in First-of-Its-Kind Supplier Program To Advance Climate Action

3BL Media

SOURCE: Schneider Electric. DESCRIPTION: Amgen and Bristol Myers Squibb join 10 other global pharmaceutical companies to help accelerate the adoption of renewable energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions within the pharmaceutical value chain. ?. Launched at COP26, the Energize program has educated hundreds of pharmaceutical suppliers. LOUISVILLE, KY., August 24, 2022 /3BL Media/ – Schneider Electric recently announced that both Amgen and Bristol Myers Squibb have joined Energize – a program de

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More proposals, less support: What to make of the 2022 proxy season

GreenBiz

Amid a decline in major asset managers' support of ESG-themed resolutions, what does the future hold for sustainable finance?

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Meet TCS's goIT July Monthly Challenge Winner!

3BL Media

SOURCE: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). DESCRIPTION: TCS’s goIT program engages students from diverse backgrounds to bridge the learning curve with STEM, Computer Science, Design Thinking, and Digital Innovation. The program offers an industry-developed, customizable curriculum that teaches students 21st-century skills necessary for a career in technology.

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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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Energy market turmoil claims another scalp as solar and battery specialist retailer fails

Renew Economy

Australia’s energy crisis claims another scalp, with a solar and battery virtual power plant focused retailer entering voluntary administration. The post Energy market turmoil claims another scalp as solar and battery specialist retailer fails appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Transgender Inclusion: Embracing Difference in the Workplace

3BL Media

SOURCE: Rockwell Automation. DESCRIPTION: A recent talent report from LinkedIn suggests that potential new hires rank a company’s culture more important than compensation and benefits when considering a new job, and “for employers to attract and retain talent, they will need to put their employees first and ensure they feel cared for and supported.”.

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Tasmania reveals staggering pipeline of proposed renewable energy projects

Renew Economy

ROI process reveals a massive 25,000GWh of new renewable energy projects currently seeking approval for development on Australia’s island state. The post Tasmania reveals staggering pipeline of proposed renewable energy projects appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Innovative company Solstice works to make community solar accessible

GreenBiz

The startup is answering the question: What's holding potential customers back?

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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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Ten years on, Australia’s green bank still has $4.6 billion to spend on clean energy

Renew Economy

CEFC has spent nearly $10 billion advancing the green energy transition, but still has $4.5 billion to spend and likely more coming for grid expansion. The post Ten years on, Australia’s green bank still has $4.6 billion to spend on clean energy appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Innovative solar company Solstice works to make community solar accessible

GreenBiz

The startup is answering the question: What's holding potential customers back?

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Demand for battery minerals drives billion dollar profits for Australian lithium miners

Renew Economy

Australian lithium miners making windfall profits as EV-driven demand for key minerals sends prices higher. The post Demand for battery minerals drives billion dollar profits for Australian lithium miners appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How Employee Resource Group Software Improves Employee Engagement

3BL Media

SOURCE: Benevity. DESCRIPTION: Watch or listen to this episode of the Social Impact Show and learn what is employee resource group (ERG) software, why it improves employee engagement and when it's time to invest. We chat with Stephanie Moe, Social Impact Lead with AAA, and discuss the benefits of ERG software, resource requirements and advice on getting started.

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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.

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Terawatts of solar and a million new jobs: New report crunches net-zero numbers

Renew Economy

New report outlines the scale of Australia's net-zero emissions challenge, but also the significant nation-building opportunities. The post Terawatts of solar and a million new jobs: New report crunches net-zero numbers appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Trane® Announces 2022 Trane Technician of the Future Scholarship Recipients

3BL Media

SOURCE: Trane Technologies. DESCRIPTION: DAVIDSON, N.C., August 25, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Trane® by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, is proud to announce the recipients of the Trane Technician of the Future Scholarship for 2022. Trane is awarding $106,000 to 28 deserving students across North America who are seeking a technical education as they prepare to enter the field of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) or Building Automation.

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Cisco Software-Defined Access for Industry Verticals

Cisco CSR

Overview. Cisco Software-Defined Access (SD-Access) is the evolution from traditional campus designs to networks that directly implement the intent of an organization. SD-Access is a software application running on Cisco DNA Center hardware that automates wired and wireless campus networks with LISP as the control plane and VXLAN for encapsulation. Fabric technology, an integral part of SD-Access, provides wired and wireless campus networks with programmable overlays and easy-to-deploy network v

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Maersk Withdraws Board Member from ICS for Climate Change Reasons

3BL Media

SOURCE: Acre. DESCRIPTION: Tanith Allen. One of the largest shipping groups in the world, A.P. Moller-Maersk, has withdrawn its board member from an industry organisation after a decade, for reasons understood to be related to climate change. The group withdrew its member, Maersk executive and board member Henriette Hallberg Thygesen, from International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), following an annual revision of trade association memberships.

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The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges

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.

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Why the once exciting smart home is now boring

Stacey Higginbotham

During a long trail walk this weekend, my wife asked me, “What’s new in the smart home these days?” I took at least 20 steps in silence before answering her, saying, “Not much, to be honest. It’s kind of… boring.” Oh, I know that Matter will soon bring much-needed integration between devices and ecosystems , but she doesn’t really care about that.

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Watch: Norton Shows You How to Have The Smart Talk With Your Family

3BL Media

Get your family ready to go back to school by having an important conversation about technology. SOURCE: NortonLifeLock. DESCRIPTION: By Krista Todd, Chief Marketing Officer. It’s that time of year again – back to school! In addition to the new backpacks and school supplies, many kids will be more “connected” than ever. Some may be learning, chatting, playing games or online searching during the school year.

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The digital reinvention of enterprise tech go-to-market

McKinsey Sustainabilty

As customers demand both transformational expertise and simplified, self-serve experiences, the traditional enterprise sales playbook is being disrupted from the top down and bottom up.

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Day in the Life of a FedEx e-Bike Courier

3BL Media

SOURCE: FedEx Corporation. DESCRIPTION: Meet Jay, who delivers packages to our customers in London no matter the weather using one of our electronic cargo bikes. Get a glimpse of Jay’s delivery route past iconic landmarks in this new POV. About FedEx Corp. FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) provides customers and businesses worldwide with a broad portfolio of transportation, e-commerce and business services.

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Supercharge Your ESG Content This Libra Season

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.