How an EV charging patchwork becomes a network
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
Executives from General Motors, Blink Charging, Volta and Amply Power recently revealed new plans and partnerships to accelerate the build-out of a nationwide charging network.
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Car drives into electricity pole, Coalition blames green energy for ensuing outage
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
A car drove into a power pole in Queensland on Tuesday, but the federal Coalition decided to blame green energy for the loss of power that followed. The post Car drives into electricity pole, Coalition blames green energy for ensuing outage appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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5 powerful examples of clean energy transitions in Asia
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
The diverse continent accounts for more than one third of the world's energy use. What can support the rise of renewables there?
Energy Vault inks massive China deal for gravity-based storage project
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
Gravity-based, long duration energy storage technology of Swiss company Energy Vault gains major new investor and foothold in massive China market. The post Energy Vault inks massive China deal for gravity-based storage project appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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.
Moving customers and clients toward climate action
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
First in a series of profiles of people without “sustainability” in their job title who fold climate into their roles at their organization.
Fortescue buys into Australian low cost hydrogen technology that only needs sunlight
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
Andrew Forrest’s FFI acquires stake in Australian technology that promises to produce renewable hydrogen using just sunlight. The post Fortescue buys into Australian low cost hydrogen technology that only needs sunlight appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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South Australia about to set fire to underground coal, and its green energy credentials
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
South Australia, a leader in renewables, is about to take a massive step backwards by giving the green light to a particularly dangerous fossil fuel extraction method. The post South Australia about to set fire to underground coal, and its green energy credentials appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Whirlpool Corp. Earns a Perfect 100 Score on Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Annual Assessment of LGBTQ+ Workplace Equality for 19th Year
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
SOURCE: Whirlpool Corporation. DESCRIPTION: Whirlpool Corp. announced today that it received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index. This is the 19th year the company has received a perfect 100 rating from the HRC CEI, the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.
Australia’s political leaders need to re-think where their money is coming from
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
Woodside, which is developing Australia's biggest fossil fuel project in a decade, also happens to be the biggest fossil fuel political donor. The post Australia’s political leaders need to re-think where their money is coming from appeared first on RenewEconomy.
The Home Depot is Hiring More Than 100,000 Associates
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
SOURCE: The Home Depot. DESCRIPTION: The Home Depot, the world’s largest home improvement retailer, is hiring more than 100,000 new associates ahead of its busy spring season, as customers continue to invest in their homes. With openings at stores and warehouses nationwide and the majority of the U.S. population living within 10 miles of a Home Depot store, job seekers are encouraged to apply to the locations most convenient to them at careers.homedepot.com.
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.
Labor wants to win economic debate on climate, but fears scare campaign on efficiency
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
Chris Bowen says Labor will focus on winning economic argument for climate action, to avoid Coalition election scare tactics. The post Labor wants to win economic debate on climate, but fears scare campaign on efficiency appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Qurate Retail Group Celebrates Black-Owned Brands & Founders With Multiple Black History Month Initiatives
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
In the U.S. alone, QVC and HSN reach more than 80 million homes on TV and reach millions more on streaming, ecommerce and social platforms. SOURCE: Qurate Retail Group. DESCRIPTION: WEST CHESTER, Pa., February 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ - QVC ® , HSN ® and Zulily ® , leaders in building brands through livestream video storytelling and personalized digital experiences, today announced multiple Black History Month initiatives that celebrate and support Black-owned businesses nationwide.
Gelion to trial its zinc bromide batteries with Spanish solar farm
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
Australia based battery start-up chosen for Acciona trial that could see it form part of the renewable energy giant's portfolio of energy storage providers. The post Gelion to trial its zinc bromide batteries with Spanish solar farm appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Using Technology to Better Support Conflict-Affected Families in Nigeria
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
By Meshach Malagwi. SOURCE: Cisco Systems Inc. DESCRIPTION: The Transformational Tech series highlights Cisco’s nonprofit grant recipient that uses technology to help transform the lives of individuals and communities. In 2017, Cisco and Mercy Corps came together to launch Technology for Impact – a 5-year partnership centered around the shared goal of delivering humanitarian aid and development assistance faster, better and to more people around the world through digital solutions.
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
More Zoom, less climate gloom: moving events online can drastically cut carbon
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
A new study found that moving conferences online can reduce the carbon footprint by 94 percent and energy use by 90 percent.
LEADing Change for Employees With Disabilities
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
SOURCE: Boston Scientific. DESCRIPTION: When Mary Noe joined Boston Scientific ten years ago as an environmental specialist, she didn’t envision that she would speak in front of hundreds of the company’s vice presidents and C-Suite leaders—let alone advise those leaders about how to make the workplace more inclusive for employees with disabilities. Yet, as one of the joint heads of the company’s Leadership, Education and Allies for Disabilities (LEAD) employee resource group (ERG) , Noe’s impac
BP and Macquarie offshoot to jointly develop 250MW green hydrogen plant at Rotterdam
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
British oil and gas giant to partner with newly formed Hydrogen Chemistry Company to develop a green hydrogen plant in the Netherlands. The post BP and Macquarie offshoot to jointly develop 250MW green hydrogen plant at Rotterdam appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Sierra Nevada Launches 'Powder Day' Donation Match Event Benefitting 'Protect Our Winters'
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
Donation drive to celebrate the release of Sierra Nevada’s Powder Day IPA. SOURCE: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. DESCRIPTION: CHICO, Calif., February 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. today announced a donation doubling drive benefiting their longtime nonprofit partner, Protect Our Winters (POW), in conjunction with the brewery’s latest seasonal beer release, Powder Day IPA.
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
BHP nickel mines begin shift to renewables, as works start on solar and battery
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
BHP says works have begun on solar and battery storage at its Nickel West operations in WA, and it's scouting for suitable sites to add up to 50MW of wind. The post BHP nickel mines begin shift to renewables, as works start on solar and battery appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Georgia-Pacific’s Long-term Commitment to Civil Rights
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
SOURCE: Georgia-Pacific. DESCRIPTION: For decades Georgia-Pacific has been doing what’s right by creating meaningful partnerships with organizations that place a focus on civil and human rights and are consistent with our social stewardship efforts. Georgia-Pacific has a long history of supporting the civil rights movement, especially in Atlanta where we are headquartered.
Toward smart production: Machine intelligence in business operations
McKinsey Sustainabilty
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
A detailed study of machine intelligence in industrial and manufacturing operations reveals the surprisingly different paths companies can take. But a group of leaders shares similar characteristics.
Planet Labs PBC Becomes a Carbon Neutral Company
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
SOURCE: SCS Global Services. DESCRIPTION: SAN FRANCISCO, February 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL), a leading provider of daily data and insights about Earth, today announced that as of December 2021, they are officially a carbon neutral company as part of their commitment to sustainability. Planet worked with SCS Global Services , (SCS) an organization specializing in third-party certification, validation, and verification for environmental and sustainability quality performance
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.
Union Pacific To Purchase Ten Battery-Powered Locomotives from Wabtec
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
Wabtec estimates that the FLXdrive reduces a freight train’s total fuel consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, particulate matter, and nitrogen oxides by at least 10%. The post Union Pacific To Purchase Ten Battery-Powered Locomotives from Wabtec appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Taco Bell® Business School Is The Hottest New Thing In Education
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
Taco Bell wants to empower restaurant leaders from all backgrounds to become franchisees and is teaming up with University of Louisville to offer a program that unlocks opportunities for restaurant ownership and leadership. SOURCE: Yum! Brands. DESCRIPTION: IRVINE, Calif., February 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ – Taco Bell asked itself: Shouldn’t the leaders in the Taco Bell system reflect the people who eat and work there?
BMW Increases Use of Green and Recycled Steel in Manufacturing
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
BMW is increasing its commitment to use green and recycled steel in its European manufacturing plants. The post BMW Increases Use of Green and Recycled Steel in Manufacturing appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
The Power of Zero: Medtronic Releases Global ID&E 2021 Annual Report
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
How Medtronic is removing barriers to opportunity and advancing inclusion, diversity, and equity. SOURCE: Medtronic. DESCRIPTION: Medtronic is working toward zero barriers to opportunity and equity. . As the global leader in healthcare technology, Medtronic is building toward a future where it will more fully use all its assets as a company to advance equity in its workplace, industry, and communities.
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.
Meet the 100: Peter Perrault, Head of Circular Economy, Enel North America
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
The Environment+Energy Leader 100 is an annual list that recognizes environment and energy management “doers.” Here, Peter Perrault talks about the industry’s challenges, his own inspiration, successful projects — and why the hip hop culture ties in naturally with clean energy. The post Meet the 100: Peter Perrault, Head of Circular Economy, Enel North America appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Avanath Capital Management Becomes One of the First Affordable Housing Owners to Achieve Well Health-safety Rating Across Its Nationwide Portfolio
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
Rating demonstrates Avanath’s commitment to ESG principles and delivering safer, affordable communities that can improve residents’ lives. SOURCE: International WELL Building Institute. DESCRIPTION: IRVINE, Calif. and NEW YORK, February 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Avanath Capital Management, LLC , a private real estate investment manager, and the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), the leading authority for transforming health and well-being with its people-first approach to buildings, organ
California utilities' brazen plan to kill rooftop solar
Utiliity Dive
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
California's proposed net metering update greatly exaggerates what rooftop solar owners should pay for use of the grid and ignores the environmental benefits that rooftop solar provides, the author writes.
The New Ice Age: Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics Debut Climate-friendly C02 Cooling System
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 1, 2022
SOURCE: International Olympic Committee. DESCRIPTION: For the first time in the history of the Olympic Games, and in China, the Olympic and Paralympic Games Beijing 2022 will use natural carbon dioxide (CO2) refrigeration systems at four of their ice sports competition and training venues. The use of the natural CO2 technology is replacing hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), traditionally used to cool ice rinks and proved to damage the earth’s ozone layer and contribute to global warming.
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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