Pathways to clean steel
GreenBiz
JUNE 8, 2023
Decarbonizing steel is critical to bending the emissions curve, and corporations have a very important role.
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Wind farms set new output record in Australia’s main grid for first time in 2023
Renew Economy
JUNE 8, 2023
Wind energy sets first output record of the year in Australia's main grid, with more to come over winter. The post Wind farms set new output record in Australia’s main grid for first time in 2023 appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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What will scale direct air capture? A 75 percent price drop, report says
GreenBiz
JUNE 8, 2023
Widespread adoption of the nascent technology will need to reach twice the speed seen in the solar sector, warns consultancy giant BCG.
How renewables can play a bigger part in Canada's electricity system
Corporate Knights
JUNE 8, 2023
Renewable power is being deployed at a breakneck pace globally , with wind and solar set to lead record-breaking growth around the world this year, according to the latest report from the International Energy Agency. But you wouldn’t know it listening to recent claims from senior Canadian government leaders, past and present, that renewable power is unreliable or will spike power costs: as they like to argue, the wind doesn’t always blow and the sun doesn’t always shine.
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.
“This is a first:” Scientists beam solar power from space to Earth
Renew Economy
JUNE 8, 2023
The breakthrough opens the door to an energy source that could “potentially [yield] eight times more power than solar panels at any location on Earth's surface.” The post “This is a first:” Scientists beam solar power from space to Earth appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Just growing pains? What Tesla can teach plant-based meat
GreenBiz
JUNE 8, 2023
An optimistic take on the alternative protein industry’s struggles.
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Octopuses rewire their brains to adapt to seasonal temperature shifts
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
JUNE 8, 2023
Octopuses don't thermoregulate, so their powerful brains are exposed to -- and potentially threatened by -- changes in temperature. Researchers report that two-spot octopuses adapt to seasonal temperature shifts by producing different neural proteins under warm versus cool conditions. The octopuses achieve this by editing their RNA, the messenger molecule between DNA and proteins.
El Niño looms over Australia’s fossil electricity grid – and we must plan for the worst
Renew Economy
JUNE 8, 2023
Unchecked climate change and ageing coal plants are contributing to reliability challenges in the energy system. So what can be done to get us through? The post El Niño looms over Australia’s fossil electricity grid – and we must plan for the worst appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Statkraft - Statkraft signs long-term power contract with Hydro
Global Renewable News
JUNE 8, 2023
Hydro Energi AS has signed a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with Statkraft for the delivery of 0.44 TWh per year to Hydro's Norwegian aluminium plants in the period from 2024-2038.
Naturgy opens new Victoria wind farm as part of major renewables and storage push
Renew Economy
JUNE 8, 2023
Spain's Naturgy opens another wind farm contracted to ACT government, and aims to lift its Australian renewables and battery capacity five fold within two years. The post Naturgy opens new Victoria wind farm as part of major renewables and storage push 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.
Wartsila - Accelerating the deployment of renewable energy will save West African countries hundreds of millions of dollars by the end of decade, says Wärtsilä
Global Renewable News
JUNE 8, 2023
A strategy shift in favour of renewables will bring significant economic advantages as power systems are expanded.Speaking last week at the West Africa Energy Transition Forum in Dakar in.
Cash for gas: Networks offer rebates, cash bonuses to keep home fossils burning
Renew Economy
JUNE 8, 2023
As governments try to encourage households to quit the gas network, gas companies are offering even bigger incentives to burn more fossil fuels. The post Cash for gas: Networks offer rebates, cash bonuses to keep home fossils burning appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Smart Energy Consumer Collaborative - Most Americans Support Transition to Renewable Energy, But Few Know About Government and Utility TargetsA new study from the nonprofit Smart Energy Consumer Collaborative aims to help energy industry engage consumers in the clean energy transition
Global Renewable News
JUNE 8, 2023
Three-quarters (74 percent) of Americans believe it is important that the country achieves 80-percent renewable energy generation by 2030; however, only a fraction are aware of specific clean energy t.
Beetaloo gas pollutes Darwin “sustainable” precinct, despite green hydrogen and battery mandates
Renew Economy
JUNE 8, 2023
Green hydrogen ventures proposed by Andrew Forrest and Total Eren get land in new Darwin precinct, and may source solar power from Sun Cable. But will Beetaloo LNG gas terminal pose a problem? The post Beetaloo gas pollutes Darwin “sustainable” precinct, despite green hydrogen and battery mandates appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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
Spire Inc. - Spire releases Sustainability ReportReport details continued progress toward Spire's carbon neutrality commitment
Global Renewable News
JUNE 8, 2023
Today (June 8), Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR) published its annual Sustainability Report covering the company's continued progress across four key priorities: the environment, safety, people and governanc.
Energy Insiders Podcast: Australia’s grid needs a 1.5°C target
Renew Economy
JUNE 8, 2023
Stephanie Bashir from Nexa Advisory on why setting a firm target of 1.5°C for the electricity grid would help solve regulatory and other blockages to new renewables. Plus: News of the week. The post Energy Insiders Podcast: Australia’s grid needs a 1.5°C target appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company - Countdown to Summer: PG&E Encourages Customers to Prepare Homes for Warmer Weather, Explore Resources to Help Manage Energy BillsTaking Action Today Can Help Customers Reduce Energy Usage and Save on Energy Bills
Global Renewable News
JUNE 8, 2023
The first day of summer is just around the corner, and many parts of California are already experiencing warmer temperatures. Summer months are typically when customers use more electricity, primarily.
Wind contract awarded for “world’s largest” green hydrogen project – to be built on floating city
Renew Economy
JUNE 8, 2023
Saudi awards wind contract for part of its $500 billion green energy project called Neom. But can it be done? The post Wind contract awarded for “world’s largest” green hydrogen project – to be built on floating city appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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
Enphase Energy, Inc. - Enphase Energy Expands Solar and Battery Storage Deployments in Austria
Global Renewable News
JUNE 8, 2023
Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: ENPH), a global energy technology company and the world's leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, today announced that installers of Enphas.
“Poison that’s killing us all”: Bonn climate talks try to prevent failure at gas-fired COP
Renew Economy
JUNE 8, 2023
Delegates struggle to fund common ground in preparatory talks ahead of the main COP climate negotiations to be held in fossil exporting giant UAE later this year. The post “Poison that’s killing us all”: Bonn climate talks try to prevent failure at gas-fired COP appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Ameresco, Inc. - Ameresco and Atura Power JV Selected to Build 250MW/1,000MWh Battery Energy Storage System
Global Renewable News
JUNE 8, 2023
Highlights Part of the Largest BESS Awards in Canadian history Over $40 Million in Awarded Backlog for Project Work Over 25MW to be Added to Energy Assets in Construction and Development.
More than 75% of Private Markets Investors Plan to Stop Investing in Non-ESG Products: PwC
ESG Today
JUNE 8, 2023
Global ESG-focused private markets (PM) assets under management is anticipated to surge over the next few years, with a significant majority of LP investors planning to increase allocations to ESG investments, and more than three quarters intending to stop investing in non-ESG products over the next two years, according to a new report by professional services firm PwC.
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.
SolRiver Capital - New Canyonville Solar Project to Benefit Oregon Residents and AgriculturePart of the Oregon Community Solar Program, the Myrtle Creek-based project will improve local biodiversity while lowering energy bills for Oregonians
Global Renewable News
JUNE 8, 2023
SolRiver Capital, a leading renewable energy investment firm, is excited to unveil plans for the Canyonville Solar Project, which will combine sustainable energy generation with agricultural pra.
Unlocking commerce in the metaverse
McKinsey Sustainabilty
JUNE 8, 2023
Consumers already know what they want at the intersection of virtual and physical retail. It’s up to companies to evolve their strategies to capture growth and long-term value.
Holcim US - Holcim US Expands Renewable Energy Efforts in New York
Global Renewable News
JUNE 8, 2023
Highlights More than 80 GWh of green energy to be produced annually on Holcim sites Progress made toward the company's goal to power US operations with 100% renewable energy by 2030.
Podcast: Our take on Apple’s Vision Pro and fixes for bad air
Stacey Higginbotham
JUNE 8, 2023
It may not surprise anyone, but Kevin and I have thoughts on Apple’s Vision Pro mixed reality headset that we’re sharing with y’all. We also lay out some details about changes to Apple’s various operating systems and services that relate to Siri and the smart home. Google also added Matter support for its Home app on Apple devices, which is another means for chipping away at the challenges of deploying Matter across a variety of ecosystems.
The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges
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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.
Consumer Energy Alliance - Electric Vehicle Mandates Carry Major Price, Electricity Supply Risks That Must Be Addressed to Avert Potential Harm
Global Renewable News
JUNE 8, 2023
Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), the leading energy and environmental advocate for families and businesses, released a new report detailing how electric vehicle (EV) mandates will force consumers into.
Should you install low-voltage wiring for your smart home in 2023?
Stacey Higginbotham
JUNE 8, 2023
On a recent Internet of Things podcast episode , we took a voicemail question left on our podcast hotline. The caller is doing a home renovation and will have access inside the walls. He’s trying to plan ahead for his smart home and wants to know what he should do from a low-voltage and high-voltage wiring standpoint. From a future growth standpoint, he’s also interested in planning his network.
Constellation - Constellation Repowers Criterion Wind as Part of $350 Million Investment in Its Renewable Fleet
Global Renewable News
JUNE 8, 2023
Constellation (Nasdaq: CEG) is improving the efficiency and increasing the output of its Criterion wind project in Oakland, Md., and extending the life of the facility for 20 years, a move that will d.
Vagrant, machine or pioneer? How we think about a roving eagle offers insights into human attitudes toward nature
Environmental News Bits
JUNE 8, 2023
by Adriana Craciun, Boston University The Steller’s sea eagle is one of the largest and most aggressive raptors in the world. With an 8-foot wingspan and striking white markings, these birds tower over their bald eagle cousins. Steller’s are sublime, but they aren’t beautiful in the way people often sentimentalize animals. Most adult Steller’s survived … Continue reading Vagrant, machine or pioneer?
Supercharge Your ESG Content This Libra Season
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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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