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'Irreversible': IPCC sounds alarm on climate impacts, urges nature protection

GreenBiz

The world’s top scientists sound an alarm over intensifying impacts of climate change, warning that nature protection must be at the heart of efforts to tackle the problem.

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Morrison’s deathly silence on IPCC report as floods devastate east coast

Renew Economy

The Morrison government has failed to prepare for climate change, just as it failed to cut emissions. It is everyday Australians left at risk. The post Morrison’s deathly silence on IPCC report as floods devastate east coast appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Small fleets, meet used EVs

GreenBiz

Spring Free EV, focused on helping small and midsize fleet owners, is a fintech company “designed to make electric vehicles more affordable.

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The Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan has a gas problem

Corporate Knights

The Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP) has a gas problem, and its net-zero plan doesn’t pass the smell test. . The problem goes beyond simply financing the construction of new gas projects and buying shares of gas producers. In many cases, the OTPP outright owns entire fossil gas companies and utilities. The OTPP manages nearly $228 billion in pension savings on behalf of 331,000 working and retired Ontario teachers, with private equity and infrastructure comprising a growing proportion of it

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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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5 ways business can help stop current record levels of deforestation

GreenBiz

Companies have been promising on deforestation for years but the results are still discouraging. How will businesses really step up?

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Coal’s demise drives Australia’s emissions lower, but cuts still way too slow

Renew Economy

While renewables do the heavy lifting on power sector emissions, the lack of economy-wide federal climate policy has seen emissions grow in virtually all other sectors. The post Coal’s demise drives Australia’s emissions lower, but cuts still way too slow appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Why Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is a game changer for European energy

Renew Economy

The conflict between Russia and Ukraine demonstrates that we need bigger, braver and more sustainable change. In a nutshell, we need to rewire Europe. The post Why Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is a game changer for European energy appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Aleta Howell Champions Diversity and the OneTen Initiative to Increase Representation and Inclusion

3BL Media

By Shelley D. Harper. SOURCE: Cisco Systems Inc. DESCRIPTION: When Cisco made a commitment in 2020 to address injustice within the African-American/Black (AA/Black) community, the company backed it up with 12 actions inspired by core beliefs around social justice. Collectively, the 12 Social Justice Actions , ranging from influencing ecosystems to impacting communities, establish a set of enterprise operational standards, which include addressing injustice and inequity, and promoting human right

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Queensland firm seeks funds to set up local battery manufacturing plant

Renew Economy

Australian battery start-up PowerCap seeks $30m investment to kick-start local battery manufacturing in Queensland. The post Queensland firm seeks funds to set up local battery manufacturing plant appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Driving Clean Energy Through Material Science Innovation

3BL Media

SOURCE: The Chemours Company. DESCRIPTION: Date/Time: March 22, 2022 (1-2PM ET / 10-11AM PT). Global demand for greener, more sustainable, and resilient societies has never been stronger, and the Hydrogen Economy offers a viable path toward clean energy and a low-carbon future. But achieving that goal is dependent on fluoropolymer chemistry and powered by innovation.

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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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5 ways US states can get more electric school buses on the road

GreenBiz

A new law paves the way for cleaner bus rides for the more than 20 million children.

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Medtronic to Provide Underserved Communities With Artificial Intelligence (AI)-assisted Colonoscopy Technology Through Health Equity Assistance Program for Colon Cancer Screening

3BL Media

Amazon Web Services will support the effort to provide Medtronic GI Genius™ intelligent endoscopy modules to facilities that primarily serve communities with low screening rates or where access to this technology is not currently available. SOURCE: Medtronic. DESCRIPTION: A global leader in healthcare technology, and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) today announced they are working to provide colorectal cancer screening technologies in low income and underserved commu

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We're stuck in Climate Age gridlock. There's a better, greener route

GreenBiz

We’re driving into a new-age traffic jam, but we can avoid it.

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Olay Body Unveils New Fearless Artist Series to Elevate Stories of Women of Color in Art and Science

3BL Media

New body care collection is designed for diverse skin types and concerns, while also increasing representation and visibility of products designed for women of color. SOURCE: P&G. DESCRIPTION: CINCINNATI, March 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Olay Body is launching the Fearless Artist Series, a new collection of body washes that feature bottle artwork designed by African American artist, Avery Williamson, and formulas specially crafted by a diverse team of women.

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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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The GreenFin Interview: ING America’s CEO on where climate leadership meets the loan book

GreenBiz

How one European bank is bringing clients along on its ESG journey.

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HP's European Leaders Discuss the Climate Crisis and Sustainability

3BL Media

Hear from three managing directors about the sustainable business practices moving their regions closer to HP’s goals on climate action, human rights, and digital equity. SOURCE: HP Inc. DESCRIPTION: By Sunshine Flint. After a year marked by the pandemic and unprecedented ecological disasters in Europe, the EU formally adopted the legal framework to reach climate neutrality by 2050.

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US coal giant unveils giga-scale solar and battery storage plans

Renew Economy

Peabody says R3 Renewables will initially focus on developing solar and storage on six potential sites on or near former coal mines in Indiana and Illinois. The post US coal giant unveils giga-scale solar and battery storage plans appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Ørsted Appoints Ingrid Reumert As Senior Vice President of Group Stakeholder Relations

3BL Media

SOURCE: Ørsted. DESCRIPTION: March 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Ørsted has appointed Ingrid Reumert the new Senior Vice President of Group Stakeholder Relations. Ingrid Reumert comes from a similar position as Vice President of Global External Relations & Sustainability at VELUX. Mads Nipper, Group President and CEO of Ørsted, says: "Ingrid is a strong leader within global stakeholder relations, and particularly within sustainability, which is a core area for Ørsted.

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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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“Earth mount” solar company joins race to ultra-low cost PV

Renew Economy

US start-up, Erthos, has closed out a successful series B fundraising round, as big hitting investors back its faster, cheaper earth-mounted solar solution. The post “Earth mount” solar company joins race to ultra-low cost PV appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Aramark Corporate Offices Receive WELL Health-Safety Rating

3BL Media

SOURCE: Aramark. DESCRIPTION: PHILADELPHIA, March 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Aramark (NYSE: ARMK), a global hospitality, facilities, and uniform services provider, today announced three of its corporate offices have received the WELL Health-Safety Rating for Facility Operations and Management by the International WELL Building Institute™. Aramark’s global headquarters (Philadelphia, PA), Downers Grove (Illinois), and Global Business Services (Nashville, TN) office spaces received the rating for their

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Another Australian lithium producer links supply deal with Tesla

Renew Economy

Australian lithium start-up Core Lithium secures an off take agreement with EV and battery giant Tesla. The post Another Australian lithium producer links supply deal with Tesla appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Quest Diagnostics' Employees Celebrate Black History Month: Lawrence's Reading List

3BL Media

SOURCE: Quest Diagnostics. DESCRIPTION: In celebration of Black History Month, Lawrence is reading Caste - The Origins of Our Discontents – by Isabel Wilkerson. “I love how the book reveals the term Caste is not about the traits and characteristics usually associated with race, but more so the eight pillars that undergird the infrastructure needed to hold minorities to the bottom rung in society.

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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 future of hardware may come via subscription

Stacey Higginbotham

I write a lot about how connected hardware ends up looking a lot more like software. For example, the companies making smart devices can turn them off with a software update. Or they can use those same over-the-air updates to add new features. And unlike traditional hardware, adding connectivity means adding a cloud back end and continuous software updates.

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Delivering for Good: Clean Water for Flood Victims in Central Vietnam

3BL Media

At FedEx, Delivering for Good means going above and beyond for others, especially those in critical need. SOURCE: FedEx Corporation. DESCRIPTION: When deadly flooding impacted over one million people in Vietnam, and was quickly followed by Typhoon Molave, an already critical situation was made worse. In response, FedEx worked with global nonprofit organization Water Mission to transport 975,000 water purification packets, which collectively can treat 9.7 million liters (2.64M gallons) of water,

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Reimagining HR: Insights from people leaders

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Human resources is playing a critical role in helping organizations respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Chief human resources officers expect that influence to persist.

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Mondel?z International Makes $23 Million Investment to Expand Indonesia Oreo Production

3BL Media

New OREO line reduces energy, water usage and carbon emissions. SOURCE: Mondel?z International. DESCRIPTION: We are excited to announce the completion of a $23 million investment to expand our world-class OREO biscuit production line in Cikarang, Indonesia. The expansion significantly increases OREO production capacity to meet growing local and export demand in 35 countries across Southeast Asia and the broader Asia Pacific and Middle East region.

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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.

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Cisco’s 7 Guiding Principles of Government Data Demands

Cisco CSR

At Cisco, we empower our customers to control their data. Protecting the privacy, integrity, and confidentiality of data in our possession is of utmost importance. In a world of advancing cyberthreats, expanding extraterritorial legislation, and growing concerns for data localization, we understand technology companies have an outsized responsibility to ensure customers have the power to make important decisions about their data.

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Piloting Growth

3BL Media

SOURCE: American Airlines. DESCRIPTION: In 2008, David Pettet started his career flying for a small airline when he was just 19 years old. He knew he had a passion for aviation. David soon discovered and joined the National Gay Pilots Association (NGPA), a group of pilots and allies who did advocacy work to build support within and acceptance of the LGBTQ aviation community across the world.

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The future is now: Doubling down on fossil fuels is not the solution to New England's energy needs

Utiliity Dive

To move beyond a time when every cold snap is punctuated by going to our dirtiest resources, we must break our central reliance on fossil fuel infrastructure, the author writes.

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IWBI Launches 12 Competencies for Measuring Health and Well-being for Human and Social Capital

3BL Media

New framework designed to help organizations lead with ‘H’ - health and humanity - across their organizational culture, strategy, and ESG performance. SOURCE: International WELL Building Institute. DESCRIPTION: NEW YORK, March 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) today released its 12 Competencies for Measuring Health and Well-being for Human and Social Capital.

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How Will Virgo Season Impact Your ESG Communication?

3BL’s in-house experts merge the celestial wisdom of astrology with current environmental, social, governance (ESG) communication trends to offer a unique perspective and practical advice on sharing your company’s commitments effectively. 3BL’s new “Navigating ESG Comms through the Cosmos” series begins with Virgo season! In this edition, we delve into: How businesses have responded to environmental disasters over the past few months and why you can expect a continued focus on the climate crisis