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Native Americans get the $720 million for climate they deserve

GreenBiz

The Inflation Reduction Act directs unprecedented funding to tribes and Native communities for climate resilience and solutions.

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Australia’s hydrogen “superpower” dream could be massive waste of money, says Griffith

Renew Economy

Rewiring Australia's Saul Griffith tells government putting hydrogen at the centre of Australia's energy future makes no economic or thermodynamic sense. The post Australia’s hydrogen “superpower” dream could be massive waste of money, says Griffith appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Shooting stars are the next phase of space tech

GreenBiz

Space tech company ALE wants to monitor and evaluate climate data via human-made meteor showers.

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Flow Power switches on “smart” solar farm with battery storage built on old racecourse

Renew Economy

Flow Power says "smart" solar farm on old racecourse is Australia’s first fully operational utility-scale DC-coupled solar and battery system. The post Flow Power switches on “smart” solar farm with battery storage built on old racecourse 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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Investors increase scrutiny of climate policy engagement

GreenBiz

What does your company’s lobbying and policy engagement strategy really say about its net-zero plans?

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Energy Insiders Podcast: Smarter grid means a cleaner grid

Renew Economy

Energy Efficiency Council's Rob Murray-Leach on landmark report on new ways of thinking about the grid. Meanwhile, new NSW energy minister worries about lights going out. The post Energy Insiders Podcast: Smarter grid means a cleaner grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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“Epic moment”: Solar innovator 5B starts on high volume manufacturing line

Renew Economy

Australian solar innovator 5B begins construction of its high-volume, scalable, and mostly automated manufacturing and assembly line The post “Epic moment”: Solar innovator 5B starts on high volume manufacturing line appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The business of sports and the quest for inclusion for women

McKinsey Sustainabilty

For all the progress toward equality on the field, sports administration remains dominated by men. A fairer, more inclusive industry would benefit everyone.

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Greener steelmaking cuts carbon using thousands of old car tyres

Renew Economy

Australian manufacturer begins using recycled rubber from tyres, conveyer belts and safety boots as feedstock for the production of lower carbon steel. The post Greener steelmaking cuts carbon using thousands of old car tyres appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Leading with authenticity: A conversation with Bill George

McKinsey Sustainabilty

The Harvard Business School professor and former CEO of Medtronic explains how young leaders can find their ‘true north’.

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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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NSW hosts best performing wind farms as market keeps eye on Liddell coal closure

Renew Economy

NSW plays host to half of the top ten performing wind farms, all of whom performed better than the Liddell coal generator about to close down. The post NSW hosts best performing wind farms as market keeps eye on Liddell coal closure appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Do you need mesh routers for a smaller home?

Stacey Higginbotham

On a recent Internet of Things Podcast episode , we took a voicemail from Sherry on our hotline. She has a 1,400 square foot home and is wondering if it’s worth buying a mesh router. Most routers today are advertised as covering at least that much space, so it’s a valid question. But there’s more than just square footage to consider when it comes to routers and smart homes.

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Gelion calls for national battery strategy to focus on Australian tech

Renew Economy

Lithium silicon sulfur battery pioneer Gelion urges federal government to focus on Australian tech as it develops national battery strategy. The post Gelion calls for national battery strategy to focus on Australian tech appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The potential impact of reusable packaging

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Renewed interest in reusable packaging is gathering momentum. However, the concept is complex, and stakeholders should understand the impact of cost and environmental factors.

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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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Rethinking Paris: France braces for 4°C warming in “turning point” strategy

Renew Economy

Paris plans to use 2024 Olympics as a showcase for urban climate adaptation, including proposals to deal with 4°C of warming. The post Rethinking Paris: France braces for 4°C warming in “turning point” strategy appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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State transportation electrification plans fail to consider grid needs, new ESGI paper warns

Utiliity Dive

Managed charging will be vital because by 2050 transportation could represent more than a quarter of global electricity use, the group said.

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Women Matter, Portugal: Women are still far from top corporate-leadership positions

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Women are well represented in the country’s workforce but are relatively scarce at the top—and that won’t change anytime soon given current promotion trends. Yet companies can act to turn the tide.

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The Fed Cannot Fix Today’s Energy Inflation Problem

Gail Tverberg

There is a reason for raising interest rates to try to fight inflation. This approach tends to squeeze out the most marginal players in the economy. Such businesses and governments tend to collapse, as interest rates rise, leaving less “demand” for oil and other energy products. The institutions that are squeezed out range from small businesses to financial institutions to governmental organizations.

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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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India’s Clean Energy Transition Hinges on Domestic Manufacturing, Warns Top Energy Official

Environment + Energy Leader

In recent years, India has rapidly increased its renewable energy capacity and is now the fourth-largest producer of hydro, wind, and solar power. The post India’s Clean Energy Transition Hinges on Domestic Manufacturing, Warns Top Energy Official appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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How KB Financial Group navigates and curates banking

McKinsey Sustainabilty

McKinsey’s Eunjo Chon talks to KB Financial Group Senior Executive Vice President Dong Whan Han about simplifying processes and transforming bankers into instructors.

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LS Power, other Illinois power plant owners ask FERC to nix $275M in PJM Winter Storm Elliott penalties

Utiliity Dive

The federal agency should suspend the collection of up to $2 billion in penalties, set to begin April 14, while it reviews claims against the PJM Interconnection, the companies said Tuesday.

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Modern marketing: Six capabilities for multidisciplinary teams

McKinsey Sustainabilty

The business-as-usual approach to marketing is no longer sufficient. To succeed in modern marketing, professionals must develop broad skillsets and prioritize collaboration.

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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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California’s grid operator calls for $9.3B in transmission investments over next decade

Utiliity Dive

The state’s forecasted electricity needs have been rapidly increasing, accelerating the pace at which new transmission infrastructure needs to be developed.

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Dandelion Energy - Dandelion Energy CEO Michael Sachse Participates in White House Executive Roundtable on Heat Pump Manufacturing and Deployment

Global Renewable News

Roundtable Event Discusses the Opportunities.

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Cisco Catalyst IE3100 Rugged Series switches: Big benefits, small footprint

Cisco CSR

Now making its entrance is our latest and most compact industrial managed Ethernet switch, the Catalyst IE3100 Rugged Series.

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Ballard - Ballard Proudly Joins the United Nations Global Compact Initiative

Global Renewable News

Ballard Power Systems (NASDAQ: BLDP); (TSX:

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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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Security resilience: Moving beyond the buzzword

Cisco CSR

With technology advancement at our heels and years of global pandemic pandemonium mostly (hopefully) behind us, resilience has fast become a hot topic. Why?

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British International Investment - Shell Foundation and British International Investment sign MoU to work in partnership to increase access to finance for clean energy businesses in Africa and South Asia

Global Renewable News

Shell Foundation (SF), the UK-registered.

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Spend Less Time Managing the Network, More Time Innovating with the Network

Cisco CSR

As networks evolve to keep up with the requirements of a distributed hybrid workforce and the need for new B2B and B2C cloud applications, an increasingly complex workload for IT is an inevitable… Read more on Cisco Blogs

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Konecranes, Inc. - Konecranes to supply 4 cranes to Siemens Gamesa offshore wind power plant in Taiwan

Global Renewable News

Konecranes has won a contract to supply four.

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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.