Renew Economy
OCTOBER 23, 2024
South Australia has gone from near zero renewables in 2007 to a planned 100 per cent renewables share just 20 years later. The head of the state's transmission company explains how. The post From zero to 100 pct renewables in just 20 years: South Australia’s remarkable energy transition appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Corporate Knights
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Money doesn’t grow on trees, but in the coastal rainforests of British Columbia, salmon do. After swimming upriver to spawn, the fish are fed upon by bears and birds and other predators who litter the forest floor with half-eaten carcasses; these fertilize Sitka spruce and Douglas fir and literally become part of the forest itself – scientists have found salmon-specific nitrogen isotopes in the uppermost needles of coastal conifers.
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Renew Economy
OCTOBER 23, 2024
An end of life wind turbine nacelle has been repurposed as a tiny house, offering an interesting solution for the 10,000 nacelles yet to be decommissioned. The post Wind turbine nacelle gets second life as tiny house appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Economic mobility does not come with a simple solve. Yet Urban Arts, a national nonprofit that teaches digital game design to underrepresented high school students as a pathway to college and career advancement, is generating real maneuverability for its graduates. With the help of a grant from KeyBank Foundation, Urban Arts administers its Alumni Workforce Development Program, which hires college students who have graduated from its digital arts program to be Teaching Assistants (TAs) to the ne
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
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Tesla says a million EVs will have limited impact on the grid and will help soak up excess solar. Right now, the company is often paid to charge its EVs because of negative prices. The post Tesla says one million EVs would barely make dent on Australian grid, and mostly soak up excess solar appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The Leave No Trace Spotlight program brings together our shared love for the outdoors with a dedication to preserving its well-being and beauty. Spotlights are designed to energize local Leave No Trace efforts by rallying the community, connecting partners, and inspiring continued action. This free program provides opportunities for Leave No Trace training, community outreach, and volunteer stewardship.
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Envirotec Magazine
OCTOBER 23, 2024
As interest seemingly grows in geoengineering as a strategy for tackling global warming, the world’s largest association of Earth and space scientists has launched a putative “ethical framework” intended to function as a guide to responsible decision-making and inclusive dialogue. The report , facilitated by the American Geophysical Union (AGU) and advised by a global panel of experts, says any research into large-scale interventions in Earth’s climate system must be grounded in soun
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Wind and solar developers are being met with "outrage" in regional communities, as political uncertainty and the nuclear debate take a toll on social licence. The post “We’re dealing with outrage:” Calls for industry to shape up as policy uncertainty dogs shift to renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Green Project Management
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The Rise of For-Purpose Organizations: A Reality Check for Businesses We’ve all heard it before: “Business as usual” doesn’t cut it anymore. Consumers are no longer satisfied with companies that focus solely on profits—they’re demanding more. Enter the For-Purpose Organization: businesses that aren’t just profit-driven, but purpose-driven. So, what is a For-Purpose Organization, anyway?
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Financial support is hoped to help ease the burden of repeated brownouts that are continuing in outback NSW towns isolated from the national power grid. The post Transgrid under fire as NSW unveils support package for outback town crippled by power cuts appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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
Envirotec Magazine
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Mock-up of solar evaporation system, connected to temperature and humidity detection system, with a brine water injection system and a purified water collection system (image credit: University of Waterloo). Researchers in Canada have designed a device that produces drinking water from seawater using an evaporation process driven largely by solar power, with efficiency levels said to be five times greater than offered by current desalination techniques.
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Engie marks a "gratifying, full-circle moment" as it starts construction of its first large-scale renewables project in Victoria since it exited coal in the state. The post “Full-circle moment:” Engie starts work on first Victorian solar farm since Hazelwood closure appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
OCTOBER 23, 2024
by Anna Smukowski of Enterprise Community Partners and Laura Mixter of LISC Climate issues are community development issues and vice versa. Those in community development finance must address the impacts of climate change in order to meet impact goals for economic opportunity and growth. Likewise, those in climate finance need to adopt an equity lens to focus investments in areas grappling with significant pollution and heat challenges, making sure that low-income communities and communities of
Envirotec Magazine
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Jennifer Brennan, Co-Founder and Director of Harlow Consulting, which led a recent analysis of skills gaps and other shortfalls (image credit: Charlotte Nelson Photography) An advocacy group is piloting a whole-house retrofit scheme in the Manchester area. The initiative is the work of Carbon Co-op’s Levenshulme Area-Based Retrofit scheme, and has the professed aim of bringing retrofit opportunities to communities by addressing some of the barriers and challenges currently facing households to a
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.
3BL Media
OCTOBER 23, 2024
SARAWAK, Malaysia, October 23, 2024 /3BL/ – Black & Veatch , a global leader in critical infrastructure solutions, has been chosen as the owner’s engineer for PETROS Power Sdn Bhd’s (PETROS Power) Miri Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (Miri CCGT) Power Plant in Sarawak, Malaysia. The Miri CCGT Power Plant will be a lower-emission alternative to coal-fired power plants.
CSR Hub
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Richmond Global Sciences (RGS) seeks to provide comprehensive tech solutions for key stakeholders committed to making a positive impact on the Environment and Society while generating Financial Returns. It provides impact analysis and financial data insight to public, private, and fixed income investors. CSRHub is now integrating this data into its consensus Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) ratings system.
3BL Media
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Clorox’s environmental, social and governance goals are integrated into our IGNITE strategy because we believe they create value for our company, brands, people and communities. We’ve focused on areas where we can make the biggest impact, and much of our progress is realized through the work of our purpose-driven brands. Our Hidden Valley Ranch manufacturing plant in Wheeling, Illinois, recently became the first facility within our Foods business unit to achieve zero-waste-to-landfill, or ZWtL,
McKinsey Sustainabilty
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The rise of AI is driving data center demand and shifting power market dynamics. With European demand predicted to more than triple by 2030, significant investments are needed to realize this growth.
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3BL Media
OCTOBER 23, 2024
I have been with Quest Diagnostics since 1993, celebrating my 31 years with the company this past July. My entire career has been in Logistics. I began my career as a courier, working for what then was Nichols Institute. For the next several years, we experienced transitions to Corning Clinical Laboratories and ultimately to Quest Diagnostics. The big change came when Quest Diagnostics bought Smith Kline Beecham Clinical Laboratories.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Generative AI is already adding value for corporate and business functions. Here’s how it could add more.
3BL Media
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Originally published in International Paper's 2023 Sustainability Report International Paper is also championing water conservation through an educational outreach program. We are partnering with local schools in our communities to foster awareness and instill a sense of responsibility towards this precious resource. At the heart of this initiative is our Water is Wonderful curriculum, which we developed to educate 1st through 3rdgrade students on what it means to be a good steward of the water
McKinsey Sustainabilty
OCTOBER 23, 2024
New analysis suggests that much of Europe’s anticipated electricity demand growth may not materialize, with important implications for the energy transition and industrial competitiveness.
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
3BL Media
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Comcast Corporation published its 2024 Green Bond Report , which outlines the full allocation of proceeds from its inaugural green bond issued in February 2023. $995 million in net proceeds were focused on green buildings, circular economy, clean transportation, energy efficiency, and renewable energy, all in accordance with its Green Financing Framework.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Investors, boards, and management teams are looking for banks to demonstrate differential value from technology. Our research provides a framework to link technology investments to value creation.
3BL Media
OCTOBER 23, 2024
CHARLOTTE, N.C., October 23, 2024 /3BL/ - Global edtech leader Discovery Education and select partners present a host of new, free resources that empower students, educators, and families to observe Red Ribbon Week 2024. These specially curated resources are available on the Discovery Education Red Ribbon Week website and within the award-winning K-12 learning platform, Discovery Education Experience.
ESG Today
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The European Commission announced today that it has selected 85 decarbonization technology-focused projects to receive €4.8 billion in grants utilizing funds raised through its EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS). Established in 2005, the European Emission Trading System puts a price on carbon emissions for key GHG intensive sectors, including electricity and heat generation, oil refineries, steel, cement, paper, chemicals, and commercial aviation, among others.
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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
3BL Media
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Are you hearing the increased buzz about new rules, regulations, standards, and accounting directives designed to expand corporate sustainability reporting focused on ESG topics and issues? Will your company be required to report? Are you ready to report? Highlights In June 2023, the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) released the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Sustainability Disclosure Standards.
Environmental News Bits
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Download the report. What GAO Found The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established maximum contaminant levels applicable to six types of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. For perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS)—two of the most common PFAS—EPA set maximum contaminant levels at 4 parts per trillion.
3BL Media
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Mastercard October 23, 2024 /3BL/ - Together with partners Conservation International and the World Resources Institute, Mastercard is expanding the Priceless Planet Coalition's global portfolio of restoration sites. The Coalition, comprised of over 150 corporate and financial institution partners, is introducing three new restoration sites and expanding six existing projects, increasing investment in areas that have significant potential for positive global impact.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Long-term exposure to arsenic in water may increase cardiovascular risk and especially heart disease risk even at exposure levels below the federal regulatory limit, according to new research. A study describes exposure-response relationships at concentrations below the current regulatory limit and substantiates that prolonged exposure to arsenic in water contributes to the development of ischemic heart disease.
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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.
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