Mon.Jan 02, 2023

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Emissions accounting needs a makeover, and it’s coming

GreenBiz

The Greenhouse Gas Protocol hasn’t been updated in years, but a much-needed overhaul is on the way as are frameworks that aim to improve Scope 3 data collection.

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Green Our Planet Continues To Grow in the Sands Cares Accelerator

3BL Media

SOURCE: Las Vegas Sands. DESCRIPTION: Las Vegas-based nonprofit Green Our Planet is currently the most senior member of the Sands Cares Accelerator, Sands’ global three-year membership program that works to advance nonprofit organizations to the next stage in their evolution. Scheduled for graduation from the Sands Cares Accelerator at the end of 2022, Green Our Planet has achieved tremendous growth during its time in the program.

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Micro-forestry: How Nature Can Be Used To Fight Urban Pollution

Impakter

Impakter. Micro-forestry: How Nature Can Be Used To Fight Urban Pollution. As urban areas continue to sprawl, the need for nature preservation is at an unprecedented level of urgency. While such preservation certainly includes human retreat from nature, ideas are also emerging around inviting nature into urban environments. These creative takes on environmentalism posit that urban and natural environments are not mutually exclusive.

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A baker’s dozen of shareable studies that make the case for ESG

Impact Alpha

ESG has become a hot button. But research over the past year showed that environmental, social and governance investments are popular with businesses, The post A baker’s dozen of shareable studies that make the case for ESG appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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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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Rare Earth Metals Market Expected Growth of 10.1% by 2033

Environment + Energy Leader

The market for rare earth metals is fueled by a number of growth factors, including: Rising sales of electric automobiles. Increased application in a variety of industries. The utilization of renewable energy sources is rising. The post Rare Earth Metals Market Expected Growth of 10.1% by 2033 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Singapore Appoints its First Government Chief Sustainability Officer

ESG Today

Singapore’s Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) announced the appointment of Lim Tuang Liang as its first ever Government Chief Sustainability Officer (GCSO), responsible for driving the government’s sustainability efforts. The appointment follows the establishment in 2021 of the Singapore Green Plan 2030, the government’s sustainable transition strategy aimed at strengthening Singapore’s commitment to the UN’s 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda.

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Robust inflows obscure a difficult year for ESG funds

Financial Times: Moral Money

Multiple headwinds have taken some of the shine off investing sustainably, but demand is still growing

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BP Acquires Archaea Energy

Environment + Energy Leader

With this acquisition, Archaea increases bp's market share in the US biogas sector, improving its capacity to support customers' decarbonization initiatives and advancing its goal to lower the typical lifecycle carbon intensity of the energy products it sells. The post BP Acquires Archaea Energy appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Green bonds: the disappearing greenium is a welcome development

Financial Times: Moral Money

Longer term, the bonds will cease to exist as a separate asset class

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Allegiant Teams with Schneider Electric to Tackle ESG Goals

Environment + Energy Leader

Allegiant Travel Company has released its 2021 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report that details the company's efforts to reduce its climate impact and enhance the communities where employees live and work. The post Allegiant Teams with Schneider Electric to Tackle ESG Goals appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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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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You can do better than a New Year's resolution | How to Be a Better Human

TEDxInnovations

Why do so many of us wait until a new calendar year to start setting our goals? For today's guest, the author Gretchen Rubin, "there really is no magic to January 1st" -- and the best time to start a healthy habit is just, well, now. Rubin is a podcaster and the author of several New York Times bestsellers, including "Better Than Before: What I Learned About Making and Breaking Habits -- to Sleep More, Quit Sugar, Procrastinate Less, and Generally Build a Happier Life.

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Meet the Honorees: John Crawford, Co-Founder and CTO, Ndustrial

Environment + Energy Leader

Meet John Crawford, Co-Founder and CTO of Ndustrial, a software development company that is delivering the first Energy Intensity platform. The post Meet the Honorees: John Crawford, Co-Founder and CTO, Ndustrial appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Extra-terrestrial Minerals Found in Africa

Impakter

Impakter. Extra-terrestrial Minerals Found in Africa. The iron-based meteorite – said to be 4.5 billion years old – was found near the Somalian town of El Ali by prospectors of a small mining company. The reddish boulder was unearthed in 2020, though local camel herders have been aware of it for generations, using it as an anvil to sharpen knives and […].

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BP Acquires Archaea Energy

Environment + Energy Leader

With this acquisition, Archaea increases bp's market share in the US biogas sector, improving its capacity to support customers' decarbonization initiatives and advancing its goal to lower the typical lifecycle carbon intensity of the energy products it sells. The post BP Acquires Archaea Energy appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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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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Solar Energy for Ukraine Hospitals: NGO Launches Fundraiser

Impakter

Impakter. Solar Energy for Ukraine Hospitals: NGO Launches Fundraiser. The campaign “solar energy for Ukraine” aims to provide Ukrainian hospitals with an alternative energy source when the main power supply is cut off. Since the beginning of the Russian invasion, blackouts have become quite frequent in the country. In response to this, Ecoclub, a Ukrainian environmental NGO decided to launch a fundraising campaign to […].

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EPA Launches New Environmental Justice Tool

Environment + Energy Leader

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has created a new environmental justice (EJ) mapping and screening tool called EJScreen in order to better fulfill the Agency's obligations relating to the protection of public health and the environment. The post EPA Launches New Environmental Justice Tool appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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2022: Global Schools Program A Year in Review

Sustainable Development Network

In 2022, the Global Schools Program achieved many milestones in its mission to support schools and educators in creating a more sustainable world. This year, 470+ schools signed the Global Schools pledge, joining the network committed to integrating sustainable development in school communities. This is the highest year of pledge signatures in Global Schools’ history.

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What would you like to read about in 2023?

Energy Central

1. Analysis of energy related info/news 2. Most important energy/power market trends 3. Tips on how to reduce power/energy bill 4. Innovation concepts awaiting for entrepreneurs 5.

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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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What is the Difference Between Virtue and Virtue Signaling?

Steven Mintz

Who is Good. You or Me? Who is Right. You or Me? I published a blog about virtue signaling back on May 28, 2021. There has been so much discussion of it since then that I decided to refresh the blog and bring my thoughts up to date. Virtue Ethics. One of the differences between virtue ethics and virtue signaling is the former pertains to one’s character as a measure of ethical behavior while the latter relates to how some people express a point of view that may be interpreted as their being bett

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Internet freedom crackdowns across Asia target citizens, Big Tech

Eco-Business

Asian nations are major for social media platforms such as Facebook and YouTube, but new laws on content restrict users' freedom.

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Renault Megane E-Tech Electric Review — 1st Impressions

CleanTechnica

Renault does not need an introduction. It started working towards electric mobility in earnest over two decades ago. Yep, that is before Tesla was founded. At the gatherings of the Earth’s mighty, like the famous one in Davos, its CEO was announced as “Mister EV.” Its Zoe model was the best selling BEV in Europe, […].

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Change of guard at Siemens Energy’s APAC division

Eco-Business

Its operations in Asia Pacific will be led by Thorbjörn Fors who moves from Europe to Singapore for the new role. The business veteran is taking over after a challenging 2022 for the German firm, as it navigates a shift to renewables.

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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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Dreamy Escapes EV Chargers — When in Doubt, Ask the EV Community

CleanTechnica

It pays to do your homework. However, when you are trying your best and just don’t know the way forward, reach out to the electric vehicle community for great advice and positive support. This is the recent experience of Rob and Kate from Dreamy Escapes. Having installed an EV charger to serve the community and […].

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Battery Manufacturing Is Creating Lots & Lots & Lots Of Jobs

CleanTechnica

Companies seeking to rapidly expand output and avoid supply chain disruptions are building domestic battery manufacturing plants in the US. In some states, these are some of the largest, if not the largest, economic development projects in the state's history.

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More Driverless Vehicles Rolling Out In China

CleanTechnica

A few companies are starting to offer geographically limited robotaxi service in China, most notably Baidu and AutoX. You can now add Pony.ai to the mix, sort of. Its robotaxis just got approved for testing from the Beijing Intelligent Connected Vehicle Policy Pilot Zone. To begin, Pony.ai will test 10 robotaxis — completely driverless — “in […].

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Washington Wants Robotaxis To Carry MASSIVE Insurance

CleanTechnica

Want to run a robotaxi in Seattle? You'll need $5 million in insurance!

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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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Falling Solar Panel Prices In China Will Impact Countries Around The World

CleanTechnica

The cost of manufacturing a solar panel in China has plunged recently, thanks to lower prices for polysilicon.

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EPA Can Now Regulate Waterways — A Huge Shift After A Decade Of Legal Challenges

CleanTechnica

The current revision returns many wetlands and waterways previously restricted by the Trump administration back to the EPA’s regulatory authority, although it doesn't have the entire latitude that the Obama-Biden administration’s 2015 rule did.

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The Electric Car Year In Preview: 2023

CleanTechnica

Is 2023 the year of the electric car? Multiple experts think it is. Here at CleanTechnica we agree -- this is the year EVs go mainstream.

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The Wait For Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Aircraft Just Got Shorter

CleanTechnica

The US firm ZeroAvia is one step closer to bringing its zero emission electric aircraft to market, powered by hydrogen fuel cells.

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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.