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VNI West: AEMO finds new route to allay opposition with good and bad news for renewables

Renew Economy

AEMO proposes new route for VNI West transmission link to avoid wetlands and irrigated crops, but there is good and bad news for renewables developers. The post VNI West: AEMO finds new route to allay opposition with good and bad news for renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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ESG Today: Week in Review

ESG Today

This week in ESG news: JPMorgan signs over $200 million in carbon removal deals; G7 leaders support development of global sustainable disclosure standards; KPMG launches circularity tracking tools; Goldman Sachs appoints new sustainable finance head; first science-based targets for nature launched by SBTN; France implements ban on short-haul flights to reduce climate impact; hydrogen megaproject secures $6 billion green loan; FedEx launches tool enabling tracking of shipping emissions; Nike begi

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Australian oil and gas company Beach makes move into offshore wind

Renew Economy

Belgian company Parkwind teams up with Australia oil and gas company Beach in an effort to beat a powerful field of licence applicants. The post Australian oil and gas company Beach makes move into offshore wind appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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QHeat - In geothermal energy, size matters

Global Renewable News

Six apartment buildings in Finnoo, Espoo,

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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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Putting green hydrogen plants next to green steelworks would kickstart both industries

Renew Economy

Co-locating plants in sun-rich, iron-rich parts of Australia can help overcome the “first mover problem” for green hydrogen. Here's how it would work. The post Putting green hydrogen plants next to green steelworks would kickstart both industries appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Marine Renewables Canada - 2023 Budget supports growth for Canada's marine renewable sector

Global Renewable News

As opportunities and interest in Canada's.

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European Marine Energy Centre - EMEC response to draft Energy Strategy and Just Transition Plan

Global Renewable News

We welcome the Scottish Government's.

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Singapore hydrogen tech startup SunGreenH2 eyes Melbourne talent with new hub

Renew Economy

The startup is offering 30 jobs at its new site but will need to compete hard for a limited number of skilled hydrogen employees. The post Singapore hydrogen tech startup SunGreenH2 eyes Melbourne talent with new hub appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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CeraPhi Energy - Greenvale Partners with CeraPhi Energy for Ground-breaking Geothermal Feasibility Study

Global Renewable News

Greenvale Energy Limited (ASX: GRV,

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Squadron forges ahead with 400MW wind and big battery project in NSW

Renew Economy

Andrew Forrest's Squadron Energy says an Environmental Impact Statement is underway for proposed wind farm and battery in Wiradjuri Country. The post Squadron forges ahead with 400MW wind and big battery project in NSW appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Hawaiian Electric - Hawaiian Electric proposes to repower Waiau Power PlantProject would replace old units with flexible, firm renewable generation on existing site, reducing operating cost and community impact

Global Renewable News

Hawaiian Electric is proposing to replace six.

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Wind out-powers hydro for five hours on Tasmania grid, allowing utility to cash in

Renew Economy

Windy conditions in south-eastern Australia last week led to an interesting energy generation mix for Tasmania, including more wind than hydro. The post Wind out-powers hydro for five hours on Tasmania grid, allowing utility to cash in appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Ocean Energy Europe - OceanEnergy sign up to EMEC wave energy test berth

Global Renewable News

Irish wave energy developer, OceanEnergy, has.

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Analyzing Menstrual Health and Hygiene Through a Market-Based Lens: A New Report Assesses the Landscape in the Global South

James Militzer

Around the world, roughly 1.8 billion people menstruate — a group that comprises over 20% of the global population. Over 300 million people are menstruating on any given day. (Since some of these individuals don’t identify as female, we’ll refer to them as menstruators in this article.) Yet despite the vast number of people who experience menstruation, and menstrual health and hygiene (MHH)’s link to multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), MHH has long been — and still is — an overlooked

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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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Hawaiian Electric - Three Hawaii Island renewable energy contracts amended, will result in long-term savings for customersNo longer linked to cost of oil, fixed prices will stabilize bill

Global Renewable News

Hawaiian Electric has renegotiated three of.

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Incentivizing Boards Of Directors To Address Climate Change, At ChangeNow Summit

Joan Michelson

Mitigating climate change in time requires the participation of boards of directors. Panels of mostly women driving this change described how at the ChangeNow Summit.

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AltaSea - Senate Approves Wave and Tidal Renewable Energy BillSB 605 Puts California on the Path Toward a New Energy Source

Global Renewable News

The Senate today (May 25) unanimously.

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Mercedes F1 team to shift to biofuel

Sustainability Matters

Mercedes-AMG Formula One team PETRONAS and its logistics partners are working to deliver a fully biofuelled European season following a successful trial in 2022 that saw an 89% reduction in CO₂ freight emissions. The sport’s regulatory bodies have approved sustainability exclusions in the Financial Regulations, allowing opportunity for innovation in sustainability.

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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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Contact Energy Ltd - Contact signs 10-year renewable energy agreement with Microsoft on new geothermal power station at Te Huka

Global Renewable News

Contact Energy (Contact) and Microsoft.

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Namibia agrees deal to progress $10bn green hydrogen project — a sum nearly equal to nation's GDP

Energy Central

The 3GW Hyphen project will produce two million tonnes of ammonia for export to Europe, with offtake MoUs already in place for half this volume.

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International Finance Corporation - IFC's Green Investment in Poland to Boost Manufacturing in the Electromobility Value Chain and Reduce GHG Emissions

Global Renewable News

To help build a robust electric vehicle (EV).

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Making vinegar from excess carbon dioxide could reduce emissions

Sustainability Matters

Monash University ’s chemical engineers have developed an industrial process to produce acetic acid that uses the excess carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) in the atmosphere, potentially creating negative carbon emissions. Acetic acid is used in several industrial processes and is an ingredient in household vinegar, vinyl paints and some glues. There is an estimated worldwide industrial demand of 6.5 million tonnes per year.

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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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Entergy Corporation - Entergy to help customers in Louisiana Beat the Heat this summer

Global Renewable News

Entergy Louisiana and Entergy New Orleans have.

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Big bill for NSW green shift

Green Career News

The NSW government has unveiled an ambitious renewable energy plan that will need over $10 billion for new.

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ComEd - ComEd Annual Energy Efficiency Investment Proposal Provides Customer SavingsElectric company builds on program that has saved customers more than $7.6 billion

Global Renewable News

Building on the award-winning ComEd Energy.

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Bid flushed with Belgian funds

Green Career News

Belgian money is being directed towards offshore wind power in Australia.

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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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BC Hydro - BC Hydro receives significant interest from North Coast industries looking to use clean electricity

Global Renewable News

BC Hydro received significant interest from.

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Bihar heatwave response reveals flaws in India’s heat strategy

Eco-Business

Bihar’s heat action plan contains important strategies but is underfunded and poorly implemented – a theme common across Indian states’ responses to the growing problem of extreme heat, experts say

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Form Energy, Inc - Form Energy Breaks Ground on Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV

Global Renewable News

Today (May 26), Form Energy, Inc., an American.

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India has big clean energy goals – so why is it banking on coal?

Eco-Business

Amid global calls to end coal dependency, new projections show it will remain India's biggest source of power by 2030, even as renewable energy grows.

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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.