Thu.Jan 26, 2023

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It is time to fix injustice in global solar supply chains

GreenBiz

Victims of oppression in Xinjiang pay the price for cheap, coal-intensive solar modules

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Editor's note: The world needs a climate moonshot

Corporate Knights

In the past two months, I swam in two of the most beautiful places on our planet.

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Geothermal energy heats up

GreenBiz

Demand, technological innovation and policy signals align to spur forward geothermal energy

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Collaboration in K-12: Generational Change is Here

Cisco CSR

This may sound like a title to a change management book, but in this context, I would like to use it in context of collaboration technologies. Simplifying your collaboration platform is best done by adopting one that is also a cloud-based platform, specifically, cloud calling.

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Which ESG Topics Get the Most Attention?

People are focusing on how companies are responding to the headline issues of the day, says a report from 3BL Media on evolving interests in ESG subjects, which also found a mismatch between the stories brands publish and topics audiences want.

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Could just three policy levers trigger a cascade of climate action?

GreenBiz

Researchers find the "super-leverage points" of EVs, plant-based proteins and green ammonia could drive a global net-zero ripple effect

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Demand for Tesla storage products exceeds supply as Q4 deployments rise 152% to 2.5 GWh

Utiliity Dive

Tesla deployed 6.5 GWh of storage in 2022, “by far the highest level of deployments we have achieved,” the company said

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5 Ways Cisco Learning Partners Pave the Path to Customer Success

Cisco CSR

Back in October 2022, I told you about how Cisco Learning Partners can make your life easier. But now I want to tell you about the ways we empower our Learning Partners to guide customers to reach their learning goals.

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Xcel plans to install Form Energy’s multi-day storage at retired coal plant sites, eyes green hydrogen pilots

Utiliity Dive

The company is well-positioned to become a renewable energy exporter, but needs longer-term storage solutions, officials said during a Thursday earnings call

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Guest Post: ESG isn’t About Altruism – it’s About Survival

ESG Today

By: Jamie Gamble, Managing Director, PwC US Companies have always been accountable to their stakeholders. Shareholder value has been at the center of accountability for decades now.

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Hybrid Work Innovations Coming to U.S. Government

Cisco CSR

The concept of “hybrid work” is getting a lot of attention in the press these days. While many companies are trying to determine the right mix of remote and in-office presence for their employees, the same challenges are faced by government agencies.

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7 Trends in ESG: What PR Pros Need to Know in 2023

What does the evolution of ESG programs mean for communicators? As it turns out - a lot. New challenges are coming into focus, driven by the increasing attention to corporate sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) programs, and the evolving state of ESG reporting regulations. This new ebook from 3BL Media explores seven trends in detail and unpacks what they mean for communicators. Access your copy for free today.

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Reps. Sean Casten & Juan Vargas Launch Sustainable Investment Caucus

Environment + Energy Leader

Democratic members of the new caucus said they plan to start formal across-the-aisle recruitment talks with moderate Republicans once the caucus is up and running. The post Reps. Sean Casten & Juan Vargas Launch Sustainable Investment Caucus appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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‘We got lucky.’ A stronger 2022 storm season could have threatened grid recovery: EEI

Utiliity Dive

The evolving power grid faces a host of challenges, speakers at the North American Electric Reliability Corp.’s ’s 2023 Reliability Leadership Summit said Wednesday

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The Fossil Fuel Industry’s Anti-Climate Formula: ‘Deny, Deceive, Delay’

Impakter

Impakter The Fossil Fuel Industry’s Anti-Climate Formula: ‘Deny, Deceive, Delay’ Since when did it become “extremist” or “hipster” to care about climate change?

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Brainbox AI Rolls Out Expanded HVAC Offering to Multi-site Retailers

Environment + Energy Leader

To date, BrainBox AI has helped its multi-site retail clients decrease their HVAC electricity spending by 26% and gas spending by 34%, enabling an average 28% reduction in emissions from their buildings.

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Energy Insiders Podcast: Do we have enough lithium?

Renew Economy

Lithium analyst Rodney Hooper on supply and demand for key battery metal. Plus: Solar has killed coal, but can it kill gas? The post Energy Insiders Podcast: Do we have enough lithium? appeared first on RenewEconomy. Battery Energy Insiders Multimedia Podcasts Storage

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India’s Inaugural Green Bond Earns ‘Greenium’ on Solid Demand

ESG Today

The Government of India’s first ever issuance of green bonds met strong demand, with orders exceeding the offering size by more than 4 times, earning the bonds a 5-6 basis point “greenium,” or a favorable yield spread relative to similar issues lacking green credentials, according to results released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

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picoCTF: How gamified cybersecurity piques curiosity in STEM

Cisco CSR

The Transformational Tech series highlights Cisco’s nonprofit grant recipients that use technology to help transform the lives of individuals and communities. Around the world, the need for information security skilled workers is growing. In the U.S.

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Alaska Airlines Ends Use of Plastic Cups on Flights

ESG Today

Alaska Airlines announced today that it has completed the move away from the use of plastic cups used for inflight beverages, continuing its initiative to remove the biggest sources of plastic waste on its flights.

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The Vast Hybrid Work Opportunity

Cisco CSR

Co-authored by Andrew Sage , VP, Global Distribution Sales and SMB Sales The convergence of people, technology, and places powers our world, increasing the need for technology solutions that bridge people, innovation, and cultures together.

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Oregon State University's PacWave South - PacWave South Offshore Energy Project Moves Towards Completion

Global Renewable News

Oregon State University has has finalized the. Generation

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PRI Updates Responsible Investment Reporting Framework for Investors

ESG Today

Responsible investment organization the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) announced today the release of its new Reporting Framework, setting out the updated reporting process for the organization’s investor and asset owner signatories.

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University of Guam - UOG joins research efforts toward harnessing energy from the sea

Global Renewable News

Guam households have historically been paying. Hydro

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Mining Sector Needs “Social Compass”

Chris Hall

Although minerals are critical to a net zero future, ongoing environmental and social abuses cannot be ignored, urges Brumadinho community representative.

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Rplus Energies - rPlus Hydro Reaches Major Milestone on its 900-Megawatt Seminoe Pumped Storage Project

Global Renewable News

The Wyoming project submitted its application. Hydro

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Forrest plans multi-billion dollar battery business, hopes to land five big green energy deals

Renew Economy

Andrew Forrest says "world leading" WAE could turn into a multi-billion dollar battery technology business, expects to seal five big green energy deals this year. The post Forrest plans multi-billion dollar battery business, hopes to land five big green energy deals appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Oregon State University's PacWave South - PacWave South Offshore Energy Project Moves Towards Completion

Global Renewable News

Oregon State University has has finalized the. Hydro

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NSW shortlists 4.3GW of wind, solar and storage projects in first renewables auction

Renew Economy

NSW shortlists 4.3GW of wind, solar and storage projects in first auction in its plan to replace coal with renewables. The post NSW shortlists 4.3GW of wind, solar and storage projects in first renewables auction appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Apex Clean Energy Inc. - Apex Clean Energy Awards $1.2 Million to Conservation Efforts in Kansas, Iowa, and TexasIndustry's First "Conservation Grant Program" Works to Enhance Ecosystems and Habitats Near Clean Energy Projects

Global Renewable News

Apex Clean Energy today (Jan 26) announced the. Climate Change

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24M Secures $3.2 Million to Strengthen EV Domestic Supply Chain

Environment + Energy Leader

The U.S. DOE awarded funding to 24M, an energy storage manufacturer, to develop low-cost, fast-charging sodium metal batteries as an alternative to lithium-ion batteries. The post 24M Secures $3.2 Million to Strengthen EV Domestic Supply Chain appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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U.S. Department of Energy - DOE Releases New National Requirements for Zero Energy Ready Single-Family Homes

Global Renewable News

DOE's Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH). Climate Change

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Second Phillips 66 Refinery Achieves ISCC PLUS Certification

Environment + Energy Leader

Achieving this certification for the Sweeny Refinery is an example of how Phillips 66 is working towards a lower-carbon future, capitalizing on their integrated assets and core competencies.

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Duke Energy - Duke Energy Florida provides free energy makeovers for income-eligible residents in Volusia CountyTools and tips can help save up to $315 a year in energy costs

Global Renewable News

More than 1,700 income-eligible customers in. Climate Change

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Meet the Honorees: Anita Jeerage, Director of Sustainability, Unico

Environment + Energy Leader

On a typical workday, I support my team in researching and implementing efficiency and decarbonization initiatives across our 17 million SF real estate portfolio. The post Meet the Honorees: Anita Jeerage, Director of Sustainability, Unico appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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OYA Renewables - OYA Renewables Awarded Over 13 Megawatts of Full Subscription for Community Solar Projects in New York's 'Expanded Solar For All' Program

Global Renewable News

Highlights Two, high-impact OYA. Solar

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New Jersey Resources Achieves 59% Reduction in Operational Emissions

Environment + Energy Leader

NJ achieves a 59% reduction in operational emissions in New Jersey from the 2006 baseline, advancing NJR’s goal to reach a 60% reduction by 2030. The post New Jersey Resources Achieves 59% Reduction in Operational Emissions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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