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Get ready: Amazon will ask supply chain to report emissions starting in 2024

GreenBiz

The biggest revelation from Amazon’s latest sustainability report? The $525 billion company wants to know more about its supply chain’s decarbonization goals and progress.

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Students Enjoy Corporate Law Session at Regions

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By Candace Higginbotham A unique summer program for law students working at local Birmingham law firms hits several sweet spots for Tara Plimpton , Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at Regions, and her team. Since her arrival at the bank in 2020, Plimpton has established a few key priorities that have become mantras in her organization: talent development ; diversity, equity and inclusion ; and collaboration within the local legal community.

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Zara owner announces commitment to halve emissions by 2030

GreenBiz

Spanish fashion group Inditex said it will turn to recycling and regenerative farming to help meet ambitious new sustainability targets.

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“It’s bonkers:” Turnbull slams Dutton nuclear push, says Snowy 2.0 has been mismanaged

Renew Economy

Turnbull rounds on Dutton, the Snowy Hydro management and Coalition climate deniers, while ACT energy minister Shane Rattenbury has a special put-down for Angus Taylor. The post “It’s bonkers:” Turnbull slams Dutton nuclear push, says Snowy 2.0 has been mismanaged appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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.

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What a carbon sequestration hub needs to succeed: 3 guidelines

GreenBiz

The first large U.S. hub to stash and store CO2 is bound for Louisiana. A new report outlines its essential elements.

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Ultra low cost solar: Why PV needs to get much cheaper to finish off fossil fuels

Renew Economy

ARENA says solar is cheap enough to meet short term grid targets, but needs another major cost reduction to replace fossil fuels in all parts of the economy. The post Ultra low cost solar: Why PV needs to get much cheaper to finish off fossil fuels appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Big batteries chosen over poles and wires to shore up grid in “doubly significant” tender

Renew Economy

Transgrid says it is seeking services from two separate battery energy storage systems following a “thorough assessment” of options for NSW network growth areas. The post Big batteries chosen over poles and wires to shore up grid in “doubly significant” tender appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Advocating for a More Sustainable Future at Covia

3BL Media

From advising on Canadian legislation to creating organization-wide environmental initiatives, I am appreciative for the experiences and opportunities Covia has encouraged me to pursue throughout my eight years with the company. Looking back, I am so grateful I was given the chance to make real, impactful change in the lives of Covia Team Members and in communities across the globe.

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Flotation Energy starts Gippsland offshore wind work – before getting a licence

Renew Economy

The Tokyo Electric-owned company has started all of the initial work it will need to undertake -- if it gets a licence. The post Flotation Energy starts Gippsland offshore wind work – before getting a licence appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Comcast Recognized as a Best Workplace for Innovators by Fast Company

3BL Media

Comcast is proud to be recognized on Fast Company’s 2023 ‘Best Workplaces for Innovators’ list for the second time, ranking #38 and moving up six spots from its inclusion in 2021. It is an honor to be named one of the top companies that demonstrate an inspiring commitment to encourage and develop innovation at all levels. Developed in collaboration with Accenture, the 2023 Best Workplaces for Innovators ranks 100 winners from a variety of industries, including entertainment, biotech, consumer pa

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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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Can Australia manufacture the billion solar panels it needs to be a renewable superpower?

Renew Economy

Australia has the pieces for a local PV panel industry but needs to find out how to put them together in the right way. The post Can Australia manufacture the billion solar panels it needs to be a renewable superpower? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Entergy’s Tribal Scholarship Provides Higher Education for American Indian Students

3BL Media

For the eighth year in a row, Entergy’s Tribal Scholarship program has partnered with the American Indian College Fund, or AICF, to provide higher education for Native American students. During a celebration at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Entergy Louisiana president and CEO, Phillip May, and Entergy vice president of corporate social responsibility, Patty Riddlebarger, presented a $30,000 check to the AICF and the United Houma Nation Chief for student scholarships.

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RenewEconomy’s Energy Insiders podcast wins prestigious industry award

Renew Economy

The popular weekly podcast has been announced as co-winner of the CEC's 2023 Media Award for its "meaningful impact" on Australia's energy conversation. The post RenewEconomy’s Energy Insiders podcast wins prestigious industry award appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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CNH Industrial Launches ‘Sustainable Environment Solution’ Program for Crop Residue Management in Chhattisgarh, India

3BL Media

CNH Industrial has launched its program ‘Sustainable Environment Solution’, aimed at preventing the burning of crop residues and promoting environmental conservation. The initiative is focused on leveraging crop stubble management techniques to find sustainable alternatives including ex-situ management, in turn raising awareness about the detrimental effects of crop residue burning.

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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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NSW gives planning OK to two new big batteries in key renewable zones

Renew Economy

Two new big batteries win planning approval from NSW government, which flags more than 5GW of storage capacity in the planning pipeline. The post NSW gives planning OK to two new big batteries in key renewable zones appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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VMware Releases Its 2023 ESG Report Sharing Its Smart Impact Progress

3BL Media

PALO ALTO, Calif., July 18, 2023 /3BL/ - VMware, Inc., (NYSE:VMW), a leading innovator in enterprise software, today released its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report sharing progress made toward the company’s 2030 Agenda. The 2030 Agenda serves as a compass to guide business actions and commitments to drive outcomes of sustainability, equity and trust.

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WA solar to hydrogen project wins $5m government funding boost

Renew Economy

The MEG HP1 Hydrogen project will consist of two 5MW electrolysers and use electricity generated from the nearby 11MW Northam solar farm. The post WA solar to hydrogen project wins $5m government funding boost appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Celebrating 50 Years of Connecting People and Possibilities

3BL Media

Originally published in the 2022 FedEx Cares Report FedEx turned 50 on April 17, 2023. It’s hard to believe how much our company -and the world around us - has changed since we delivered our first packages in 1973. To celebrate, we are acknowledging and honoring the incredible people and organizations that have been integral to our journey. We pledged back in 2019 to help 50 million people around the world by our 50th birthday.

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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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Arena trial taps 20MW of flexible demand from commercial refrigeration

Renew Economy

Enel X Australia will recruit 440 commercial refrigeration facilities to deliver flexible demand capacity to support Australia’s renewable energy transition. The post Arena trial taps 20MW of flexible demand from commercial refrigeration appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Bridging the Diagnosis Gap for Canada’s Indigenous Children

3BL Media

Originally published on Illumina News Center The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples asserts “the right to access, without any discrimination, to all social and health services.” When the 159-member General Assembly adopted the declaration in 2007, only four members voted against it : Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United States.

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Anaergia - Anaergia Selected to Design, Build and Operate Organic Waste-to-Renewable Energy Project in San Diego County

Global Renewable News

Anaergia Inc. (TSX: ANRG) today (July 18) announced it has been selected as the Energy Recovery Contractor for a new system that will produce renewable power from wastewater sludge at the East County.

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Generating Revenue While Driving Sustainability

3BL Media

Initially seen as a cost centre for senior management and boards, how can sustainability be turned into a source of commercial value for the business? In what ways can chief sustainability officers communicate through the lens of profit and loss? How can companies simultaneously deliver ESG performance and good returns to shareholders? Featuring: Randall Hopkins: Global head of ESG solutions, Nasdaq corporate platforms, Nasdaq Viviana Sanchez: Board advisor and Independent consultant, sustainabi

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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.

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Federation of Canadian Municipalities - MP Casey and FCM Announce Federal Funds to Upgrade Charlottetown Buildings and Advance Climate Action in Stratford, P.E.I.

Global Renewable News

Across the country, Canadians are feeling the impacts of climate change. By investing in job-creating initiatives that lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, increase energy efficiency and support gr.

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Register Now! UN Global Compact Network UK Annual Summit Is Back

3BL Media

Supply chain volatility, incoming regulations, reporting requirements, and increasing stakeholder expectations have placed significant pressure on companies to set and achieve ambitious corporate goals that tackle complex sustainability challenges, build business resilience, maintain short-term profits, and enable long-term growth. To facilitate solutions-based discussions on the most pressing ESG challenges facing companies today, the UN Global Compact Network UK Annual Summit returns on 16-17

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Newfoundland Power - Newfoundland Power releases first Sustainability Report

Global Renewable News

Newfoundland Power released its first Sustainability Report today, which reports on the Company's operations and guiding sustainability pillars for 2022. The report includes the Company's new.

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3 Ways Entrepreneurs Can Leverage Alternative Funding Solutions to Meet Business Goals

3BL Media

Originally published by Small Business Currents By Emily Wheeler At a time when inflation is on the rise and funding for microbusinesses is tight, entrepreneurs could need to find alternative funding solutions to meet their capital needs. Finding these solutions isn’t always simple. As GoDaddy’s senior corporate sustainability manager and inclusive entrepreneurship expert, I speak frequently with microbusiness owners from all walks of life to understand both the challenges and solutions they fac

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The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges

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.

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Alliant Energy Corporation - Alliant Energy Releases 2023 Corporate Responsibility ReportCompany announces expanded emissions goals to its Clean Energy Vision

Global Renewable News

Alliant Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: LNT) published its 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report (CRR) today, providing details on the company's achievements and progress toward environmental, social.

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HARMAN Audio Talks Podcast: Empowering Women in Music

3BL Media

From accountant to founder of a music school that empowers women to produce music, tune in for a fascinating podcast with Xylo Aria. Talented musician, songwriter, engineer and producer in addition to her work for MPW. Inspiring not only for women seeking their place in the music industry, but also for men who want to be their champions. Listen Here Looking for more?

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Solar Alliance Energy Inc. - Solar Alliance record backlog and proposed Canadian solar acquisition highlight strong first half of 2023

Global Renewable News

Solar Alliance Energy Inc. ( 'Solar Alliance' or the Company') (TSX-V: SOLR), a leading solar energy solutions provider focused on the commercial and industrial solar sector, is pleased.

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Supporting Foster Families Through Connection - And Coffee

3BL Media

Becky and Tony Santoro are always willing to face challenges. One might even say the couple raises a coffee cup to them. But it’s not just any old cup. It’s one that’s fostered love and support throughout the community, as the couple lifts others through their coffee shops and foster family nonprofit. And it’s one that sparked Truist teammates, who have supported both efforts through volunteerism and putting the couple’s coffee shop in their headquarters.

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Supercharge Your ESG Content This Libra Season

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.