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Companies To Pledge Financial Support for Sustainable Leather Supply Chains

3BL Media

March 4, 2025 /3BL/ - World Wildlife Fund (WWF) today unveiled the Deforestation-Free Leather Fund , an opportunity for companies to financially support strategic initiatives to improve the sustainability of leather supply chains. Drawing on WWFs 25+ years of experience helping companies work on sustainable supply chains, the fund will make investments to improve the traceability and resilience of leather supply chains.

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New Book, Sustainable Success: How Businesses Win as a Force for Good, Demonstrates How to Balance Sustainability and Profitability

Sphera

The Book, By Sphera CEO Paul Marushka, Provides Key Insights to Help Businesses Lead with Purpose and Drive Long-Term Value as Strategies for Sustainability Continue to Evolve CHICAGO, IL (March 4, 2025) – Paul Marushka, CEO and founder of Sphera and a recognized leader in the sustainability industry, today announced the upcoming release of his new book, Sustainable Success: How Businesses Win as a Force for Good.

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The LEGO Group introduces tires made with recycled materials

Envirotec Magazine

The LEGO Group has introduced a new, more sustainable material for selected LEGO tires, made from recycled fishing nets, ropes, and engine oil. The material is created by repurposing discarded ropes and nets from ocean vessels which is then combined with recycled engine oil to reduce reliance of virgin fossil fuel-based ingredients. It will initially be used in seven LEGO tire pieces, each containing at least 30% recycled content.

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Southern Company Approved As First Utility To Secure FAA Part 91 Exemption for BVLOS Operations Using a 191-Pound Remotely Piloted Rotorcraft

3BL Media

Southern Company Southern Company is proud to announce it is the first utility in the United States to secure a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 14 CFR Part 91 exemption for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations using the SwissDrones unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Achieved through a strategic partnership with Phoenix Air Unmanned, this milestone positions Southern Company at the forefront of utility innovation, paving the way for broader adoption of BVLOS technology and setting a p

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Precision in Motion: Why Process Optimization Is the Future of Manufacturing

Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

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Energy limits are forcing the economy to contract

Gail Tverberg

My view has long been that if the world economy does not have enough energy resources, it will have to contract. The situation is analogous to a baker without enough ingredients to bake the size cake he wants to make, or a chemist not being able to set up a full-scale model of a reaction. Perhaps, if a plan is made to make a smaller, differently arranged economy, it could still work.

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Navigating by the Stars To Achieve a Brighter Future for Hometown Scientists

3BL Media

Originally published on U.S. Bank company blog In 2013, to avoid monitoring by his manager, a truck driver at a New Jersey engineering firm purchased an illegal $50 GPS jammer that plugged into his vehicles cigarette lighter. The device inadvertently also jammed the satellite system navigation capabilities of the entire Newark airport every time he drove by.

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Unleashing Potential: The Vision for Native Economic Development

3BL Media

As a pioneering force in advancing Indigenous economic sovereignty , the Wisconsin Indigenous Housing and Economic Development Corporation (WIHEDC) stands where sustainable development and cultural resilience meet. WIHEDC, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, partners with four Native Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) to catalyze economic transformation across Wisconsins Tribal communities.

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Breakthrough in clean energy: Palladium nanosheets pave way for affordable hydrogen

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Hydrogen energy is widely recognized as a sustainable source for the future, but its large-scale production still relies on expensive and scarce platinum-based catalysts. In order to address this challenge, researchers have developed Bis(diimino)palladium coordination nanosheets (PdDI), a novel two-dimensional electrocatalyst that effectively facilitates the hydrogen evolution reactions while minimizing the use of precious metals like platinum, paving the way for affordable hydrogen production.

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Innovating for a Greener Tomorrow: DP World Pioneers Sustainable Supply Chains in Latin America

3BL Media

In Latin America, a region characterized by its diverse geography, reliance on natural resources, and pronounced social and economic disparities, the repercussions of climate change are particularly severe. The area is home to a significant portion of the world's biodiversity, including the Amazon rainforest, the Andes mountains, and numerous other unique ecosystems that face significant risks from climate change-driven deforestation, temperature increase, and changes in rainfall patterns.

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Standard Chartered to Engage with all Priority Clients in High-Emitting Sectors Over Next 12 Months

ESG Today

International banking group Standard Charteredannounced the release of its inaugural Transition Plan, outlining its detailed plan to achieve its climate goals, including its target to reach net zero emissions across its financing activities by 2050. Among the key actions outlined in the document was a plan by the bank to engage over the next 12 months with all of its existing corporate and investing banking (CIB) clients identified as priority clients whose emissions reductions will be essential

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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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Heat from the sun affects seismic activity on Earth

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Researchers explore the likelihood that Earth's climate, as affected by solar heat, plays a role in seismic activity. Using mathematical and computational methods, they analyzed earthquake data alongside solar activity records and surface temperatures on Earth and observed that when they included Earth surface temperatures into their model, the forecasting became more accurate, especially for shallow earthquakes.

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CNH Uses Automation To Boost Productivity and Sustainability at Parts Depot

3BL Media

On World Engineering Day, world-class equipment, technology and services company CNH releases the first installment in its latest A Sustainable Year series. The article Engineers mastermind automation at a depot with many moving parts looks at the impact of the AutoStore automation initiative at one of CNHs North American parts depots in Lebanon, Indiana, USA.

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Beyond carbon: The full spectrum of benefits in regenerative agriculture

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from Klaus Mager. Regenerative Agriculture (RA) has been wrongly dismissed as a climate change mitigation strategy driven by alarmism. While its ability to sequester carbon is undeniable, RA is first and foremost an agricultural innovation that enhances soil health, restores biodiversity, stabilizes water cycles, strengthens rural economies, and produces nutrient-dense food.

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Two Dell Technologies Forum Events 2024 Achieve Zero Waste Event Certification From SCS Global Services

3BL Media

EMERYVILLE, Calif., March 4, 2025 /3BL/ - SCS Global Services (SCS), a pioneer and international leader in third-party sustainability and environmental certifications, announces the first events certified under the SCS Zero Waste Standard two Dell Technologies Forum Events in India. Organized by Kestone Global and in consultation with Saahas Zero Waste, these regional events were held in Mumbai and Bangalore and achieved 98.64% and 92.88% diversion, respectively.

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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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COP30 and the business of conservation

We Mean Business Coalition

With the world watching COP30 in Brazil , the host country s actions to safeguard forests and scale clean energy solut ions will be a blueprint for global conservation efforts. With so much at stake and costly climate impacts on the rise , can private sector investment be an essential piece of the puzzle? The 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) is scheduled to take place in 2025 in Belm, Brazil, a city located at the gateway to the Amazon rainforest in the state of Par.

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Scotch Brand Celebrates 100 Years of Innovation and Reliability

3BL Media

Originally published on 3M News Center This year marks a significant milestone for 3M's Scotch Brand as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. Since the invention of Scotch Masking Tape in 1925, Scotch Brand has grown and evolved into more than a thousand varieties of adhesive tape and products. These solutions are integral to families, friendships, and entire industriesfrom shipping, packaging, home, and office to automotive, construction, manufacturing, electronics, and more.

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In the state of hockey, climate change leads to fewer skating rinks

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story in the Washington Post. On a recent 35-degree day, skaters dressed in bright snowsuits and stocking caps flew across an outdoor hockey rink while school-age children laced up in a warming house and teetered onto the rink.

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LEGO Group Launches Tires Containing Recycled Materials from Engine Oil, Fishing Nets

ESG Today

The LEGO Group announced the introduction of tire pieces in its toy sets containing recycled materials, forming part of the companys efforts to increase the use of sustainable materials in its products and reduce reliance on virgin fossil fuel-based ingredients. According to the LEGO Group, the new tires contain rSEBS, a material created by repurposing discarded ropes and nets from ocean vessels, and combining with recycled engine oil.

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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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Backyard poultry at risk when migrating mallards stop to rest

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from Cornell University. Knowing where, when and for how long mallard ducks natural carriers of avian influenza stop and rest as they migratecan help predict the probability that they will spread bird flu to backyard poultry flocks. The finding, from a Feb.

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Mitico Raises $4.3 Million to Commercialize Industrial Carbon Capture Solution

ESG Today

Carbon capture technology firm Mitico announced that it has raised $4.3 million in seed funding, with proceeds to be used to pilot and scale its technology, which can capture CO2 from a wide range of industrial sources. Established in 2022, California-based Mitico provides carbon capture, utilization, and storage services to industrial point source customers.

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Biosolids use by Michigan farmers sparks PFAS fears

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story at Planet Detroit. Biosolids, derived from sewage sludge treatment, are nutrient-rich and cost-effective for local governments and farmers. PFAS contamination is a new issue that treatment plants can’t handle well. Michigan stands out by creating an interagency group to tackle PFAS pollution, enacting an interim strategy for biosolids in agriculture.

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Cascale Updates Higg Index Tool To Further Align With Industry Regulatory Requirements

3BL Media

AMSTERDAM, HONG KONG, and OAKLAND, Calif., March 4, 2025 /3BL/ - Cascale has updated the Higg Brand and Retail Module (Higg BRM), a cornerstone of the Higg Index suite of tools, to better align with evolving sustainability regulation. The annual update demonstrates Cascales commitment to continuous improvement by addressing the evolving challenges faced by its members and the broader consumer goods industry.

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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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Climate change effects in 24,000 US lakes

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from Michigan State University. Each summer, more and more lake beaches are forced to close due to toxic algae blooms. While climate change is often blamed, new research suggests a more complex story: climate interacts with human activities like agriculture and urban runoff, which funnel excess nutrients into the water.

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Leidos Selected to Deliver New Thor Meteorological and Oceanographic Data Information and Services for UK Ministry of Defence

3BL Media

LONDON, March 4, 2025 /3BL/ - Leidos (NYSE: LDOS) announced a contract to deliver a new meteorological and oceanographic (MetOc) service for the Ministry of Defence (MOD) in support of the U.K.s National Centre for Geospatial Intelligence. Under the seven-year contract, Leidos will work to deliver a scalable MetOc data and services capability known as THOR providing the MOD with enhanced environmental insights.

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Baker Hughes, Frontier Infrastructure to Develop Large-Scale Power and Carbon Capture Projects

ESG Today

Energy technology and services company Baker Hughes and low-carbon infrastructure developer Frontier Infrastructure announced a new partnership aimed at accelerating the deployment of large-scale carbon capture and storage (CCS) and power solutions in the U.S. The companies said that the project would help meet rising demands for energy to power the rapid expansion of data centers, and help decarbonize that industry and other sectors.

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Officeworks launches all-women-led commercial solar project

Sustainability Matters

Officeworks, Smart Commercial Solarand Australian Women in Solar Energy (AWISE) have partnered to launchan all-women-led commercial solar project. The project will take place at Officeworks Bundoora in Victoria, featuring a 96 kW rooftop solar system 16 times the size of an average home system. The process of this initiative from analysis and project management to engineering and performance monitoring will be led exclusively by female professionals.

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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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North America’s largest wind turbines head for construction in Nova Scotia

CREA

“The Port Hawkesbury Paper wind project will play a crucial role in reducing the carbon footprint in Nova Scotia… and contribute significantly to the region’s economic growth,” Jean Habel, senior director for Qubec and Atlantic Canada at CanREA. Read more. The post North America’s largest wind turbines head for construction in Nova Scotia appeared first on Canadian Renewable Energy Association.

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Profiles of Good Character and Inspiring Innovation: Spotlighting Cybersecurity Trailblazer Fredrick Brown

3BL Media

Fredrick Ricky Browns professional and personal life has been full of peaks, but there have been valleys as well. Today, he proudly shares both the good and the bad, hoping that others can find inspiration and strength in his journey. Brown joined the U.S. Army in 2003; his service included a combat tour in Afghanistan, where he earned a Meritorious Service Medal and a Combat Action Badge.

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Over 16,000 Medium- and Heavy-Duty ZEV Charging & Fueling Points Available In California

CleanTechnica

Much of the news about electric vehicles and those that run on hydrogen is focused on personal transportation. Medium- and heavy-duty zero-emissions vehicles don’t get as much press, so their sustainability progress may be somewhat overlooked. In California, medium- and heavy-duty trucks generate quite a bit of air pollution: they. [continued] The post Over 16,000 Medium- and Heavy-Duty ZEV Charging & Fueling Points Available In California appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Essity Included in S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 and Dow Jones Sustainability Index

3BL Media

Originally published on Essity News Center The hygiene and health company Essity has, for the fourth consecutive year, been included in S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook. The company is ranked industry best in the Household Products category. Additionally, Essity has been listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), one of the world's most prestigious sustainability indices.

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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