Are there 'forever chemicals' in your store’s textiles?
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Recent testing by Toxic-Free Future on products from 10 major retailers found that at least one item from each contained PFAS.
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P&G Female Scientists Share Passion for STEM
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
SOURCE: P&G. DESCRIPTION: According to the United Nations, women around the world have made notable progress toward increasing their participation in STEM careers. However, they remain underrepresented in those fields. To inspire interest and engagement in STEM, the organization has designated every February 11 since 2015 as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
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Microsoft and ClimateWorks Foundation launch The Carbon Call
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Over 20 organizations and businesses have come together to work on creating a common and more reliable carbon accounting mechanism to track emissions.
Black History Month Employee Spotlight: Joyce Christanio Is Leading the Charge for Change With the Nexttech Diversity Program
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
SOURCE: T-Mobile. SUMMARY: A standout from T?Mobile’s Procurement & Supply team is helping drive the company’s hugely successful NextTech Diversity Program as it enters its second year with expanded training courses and larger class sizes. In recognition of Black History Month, here she tells us about what drives her and her hopes for the future of the program.
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.
Are top corporations really failing on their net zero goals?
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
The Corporate Climate Responsibility Monitor report delivered an assessment of decarbonization plans — but are its stark conclusions overly simplistic?
Scotiabank and Evolugen Announce 15-Year Renewable Energy Power Purchase Agreement
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for solar energy in Alberta to add new renewable power to the Canadian electricity grid and advance Scotiabank's commitment to the use of 100% non-emitting energy. SOURCE: Scotiabank. DESCRIPTION: TORONTO, February 11 2022 /3BL Media/ - Scotiabank and Evolugen, the Canadian operating business of Brookfield Renewable (NYSE: BEP) (NYSE: BEPC) (TSX: BEP.UN) (TSX: BEPC), today announced the signing of a 15-year renewable energy PPA for solar energy in Al
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Hamilton County Resource Names Fifth Third Bank Its 2021 Most Outstanding Partner
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
SOURCE: Fifth Third Bancorp. DESCRIPTION: Fifth Third Bank was named a 2021 Most Outstanding Partner by Hamilton County R3Source , a division of the Hamilton County Department of Environmental Services in Ohio, dedicated to providing recycling and waste reduction assistance to residents, communities, schools and businesses in Hamilton County, including the city of Cincinnati.
Episode 303: Open up ESG data, brush up on quantum computing
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Plus, is your organization raising the bar on what it means to be a sustainable business?
DuPont Named to Bloomberg's Gender-Equality Index for Fifth Consecutive Year
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
SOURCE: DuPont. DESCRIPTION: WILMINGTON, Del., February 11, 2022 /3BL Media/ – DuPont (NYSE: DD) today announced it has been named to the 2022 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index (GEI) for the fifth consecutive year, recognizing the company’s continued commitment to policies and practices that advance gender inclusion and parity in the workplace. “At DuPont, we are committed to building and cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce where all employees – regardless of gender – can advance and thr
Los Angeles Considers Zero-Carbon Requirement for All New Buildings
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Specifically, the motion would require new buildings to be constructed to source their power from the city’s energy grid — which is anticipated to be carbon-free by 2035 — rather than from fossil fuels. The post Los Angeles Considers Zero-Carbon Requirement for All New Buildings appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?
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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.
Enbridge Gas Affiliate Helps Global Delivery Giant Go Cleaner With CNG
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Southwestern Ontario initiative expected to reduce emissions, cut fuel costs. SOURCE: Enbridge. DESCRIPTION: United Parcel Service (UPS) Canada has converted 25 vans in its London, ON, fleet to run on compressed natural gas, supported by an agreement between the Canadian arm of the global delivery giant, Enbridge Gas affiliate Union Energy Solutions Limited Partnership, and Clean Energy Fuels Corp.
Arkansas Public Energy Efficiency Projects Save $229 Million Since 2010
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Public energy efficiency projects in Arkansas have cut a significant amount of carbon emissions and saved millions in energy costs since 2010. Here’s how. The post Arkansas Public Energy Efficiency Projects Save $229 Million Since 2010 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Bengals and a Good Cause Are Supported by Quest Colleagues in Cincinnati
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
SOURCE: Quest Diagnostics. DESCRIPTION: Quest Diagnostics employees at the Cincinnati lab were thrilled about their local team, the Cincinnati Bengals, playing in this year’s Super Bowl against the Los Angeles Rams and came together to channel their excitement for a good cause. "You can certainly tell which team we support here just by looking at our lobby, which has been taken over by Cincinnati Bengals decorations," said Kathleen Fender, Operations Manager at our Cincinnati lab.
Electric Vehicles Gaining Ground in Commercial Markets, Says EPIcenter
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
EPIcenter details how fleet owners and the utilities that supply their power can work together to manage costs, optimize charging operations and maintain grid stability. The post Electric Vehicles Gaining Ground in Commercial Markets, Says EPIcenter appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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
Facts and Figures: How Beijing 2022 Is Transforming Winter Sport in China
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
SOURCE: International Olympic Committee. DESCRIPTION: Hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Beijing 2022 spurred the ambitious target to attract more than 300 million people across China to snow and ice activities, bringing healthier lifestyles to China’s citizens and many opportunities for local and regional development. A plan was put forward to boost investment in winter sports infrastructure, equipment manufacturing, tourism and winter sports education.
IoT news of the week, February 11, 2022
Stacey Higginbotham
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
No, IRS; you can’t ID.me: A few newsletters back, I called attention to some disturbing facial recognition news in the U.S. The Internal Revenue Service was planning to require face scans using ID.me for any citizens accessing or filing their federal taxes online. But following an onslaught of negative feedback, the IRS has relented and scrapped its plans.
Companies Who Communicate Breakthrough When Facing Greenwashing Scrutiny
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
SOURCE: Porter Novelli. DESCRIPTION: Last week, Porter Novelli asked if COP26 was a cop-out and provided key takeaways for the business community. This week we’re diving into the scrutiny (earned or not) brands face when they make net-zero promises. While our research has found that 83 percent of Americans said they feel better about companies making bold environmental commitments, another 39 percent said they had researched a company’s support of social and environmental issues.
Amazon Accelerates Corporate Green Energy Buying and Electric Transportation
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Amazon’s use of sustainable technologies is far-reaching. Beyond entering into long-term contracts with wind and solar plant developers, it is also constructing those facilities and building out its electric vehicle fleet. The post Amazon Accelerates Corporate Green Energy Buying and Electric Transportation appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?
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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
Passing on Traditions to New Generations: Lunar New Year & Moments of Goodness
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
As a child, Lunar New Year was an important part of my family’s celebration of togetherness and gratitude. Now, as a mother myself, I see my son celebrating that same goodness in our own Lunar New Year traditions. SOURCE: The Hershey Company. DESCRIPTION: by Steffi Fu, Senior Analyst, Plan & Analytics Innovation. When my two-year-old son held his Halloween bucket and greeted people with "trick or treat" in exchange for sweet treats and candies (his favorite is Kit Kat ), I looked at him smil
US senators express bipartisan support for hydrogen as states vie to become hydrogen 'hubs'
Utiliity Dive
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Although many see hydrogen as a "game-changing fuel" for decarbonizing the U.S. economy, experts flagged that Europe and Asia are ahead on adopting the resource, with the EU setting a goal for 40 GW deployment by 2030.
Applied Materials Named One of the World's Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE Magazine
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
SOURCE: Applied Materials. DESCRIPTION: Applied Materials is honored to once again be included among FORTUNE Magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies. This recognition wouldn’t be possible without the efforts of Applied’s talented and dedicated workforce. Applied thanks its employees for upholding its core values and making it a great company. Visit FORTUNE’s website to access the full list of the World’s Most Admired Companies and the survey methodology.
Dominion Energy Enhances Net Zero Goals by Targeting Scope 3 Emissions
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Clean energy provider Dominion Energy has enhanced its 2050 net zero goals by tackling the company's Scope 3 emissions. The post Dominion Energy Enhances Net Zero Goals by Targeting Scope 3 Emissions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?
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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.
Accelerating Career Development for Hispanic and Latinx Employees at All Levels
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
So much more than a pizza party. That’s how some describe the employee resource group (ERG) program at Boston Scientific. SOURCE: Boston Scientific. DESCRIPTION: So much more than a pizza party. That’s how some describe the employee resource group (ERG) program at Boston Scientific. Not only do these employee-led cohorts raise cultural awareness and increase employee engagement, they also help the company address workplace challenges among underrepresented groups.
Francisco Market: A Cisco Retail Story
Cisco CSR
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Today, I would like to share a Cisco Retail story. The setting is Francisco Market, a fictitious marketplace that illustrates Cisco’s use cases and solutions in retail. Francisco Market’s customers, associates, and operations all provide glimpses into the business needs retailers currently have, the capabilities that Cisco and its partners provide, and the outcomes that can be achieved through digital transformation.
Atlanta Braves' New Fellowship Gives HBCU Graduates a Seat at the Table
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
SOURCE: Truist. DESCRIPTION: Baseball is one of America’s most cherished pastimes. Once a segregated sport, today nearly 38% of major league players identify as Latino, African American, or Asian. But growth hasn’t happened as quickly at the leadership level, with persons of color representing only 15% of vice presidents and 20% of managers, leaving many players feeling underrepresented and voiceless. 1.
Texas gas generators fared better than wind during last week's winter storm: ERCOT
Utiliity Dive
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
The Texas grid operator has made progress on weatherization and market reforms, but observers say last week's winter storm was not a real test of the electric grid.
The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges
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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.
Ending HIV-Related Stigma in the Southern United States: Gina's Story
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
SOURCE: Gilead Sciences. DESCRIPTION: Gina Brown has been living with HIV for 27 years and introduces herself as a social worker by training, but an activist by birth. As the Director of Strategic Partnerships and Community Engagement at the Southern AIDS Coalition , she’s working to fight against challenges that she has personally experienced such as homelessness, addiction and abuse, as well as stigma, racism, sexism and ageism.
National Grid to trial decarbonisation device “turbo charging the UK’s access to hydrogen”
Envirotec Magazine
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
In a bid to “boost the amount of hydrogen in the UK’s gas supply”, National Grid has signed up to trial a new kind of decarbonisation device developed by graphene technology firm Levidian (formerly Cambridge Nanosystems). LOOP uses plasma technology to separate methane into its constituent atoms: carbon, locked into high-quality graphene, and hydrogen, which can either be used immediately or stored for future use.
Nielsen Launches Diverse Media Equity Program
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
SOURCE: Nielsen. DESCRIPTION: NEW YORK, February 11, 2021 /3BL Media/ – Nielsen announces the launch of its Diverse Media Equity program, which is designed to elevate the visibility of diverse-owned media companies with advertisers and agencies. The comprehensive initiative includes measurement of diverse media historically excluded from investment, funding certification fees of diverse-owned media, as well as the launch of the first ever report on diverse-owned media reach and audience profiles
Dominion Energy Enhances Net Zero Goals by Targeting Scope 3 Emissions
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
Clean energy provider Dominion Energy has enhanced its 2050 net zero goals by tackling the company's Scope 3 emissions. The post Dominion Energy Enhances Net Zero Goals by Targeting Scope 3 Emissions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Supercharge Your ESG Content This Libra Season
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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.
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