Balancing the sustainable management and biodiversity of our ocean
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Sponsored: Sustainable, well managed fisheries have a big role to play in protecting biodiversity and feeding a global growing population.
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Corporations promise to go deforestation-free – again
Corporate Knights
OCTOBER 5, 2022
On a rainy morning at Climate Week NYC in September, dark clouds crack with thunder over Manhattan’s traffic-jammed streets. At the Colgate-Palmolive headquarters on Park Avenue, demonstrators have gathered outside as the CEO of the candy bar giant, Mars Inc., Grant Reid, kicks off the latest report tracking corporate progress on a nagging climate problem: rampant deforestation. .
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Ryan Panchadsaram: Follow these steps to 'save the world'
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 5, 2022
The core of the 'Speed and Scale' climate plan for business leaders: Be aggressive.
Australia Post targets 100 pct renewables by 2025 with mix of certificates and electrons
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Australia Post pledges to source 100% renewable electricity by 2025 using mix of on-site solar generation, renewable electricity certificates and PPAs. The post Australia Post targets 100 pct renewables by 2025 with mix of certificates and electrons appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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
Uncharted is integrating the internet of things with sidewalks
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Sustainable infrastructure is desperately needed to ensure resilience in the face of the climate crisis. Uncharted is throwing its digital and physical solution into the ring as a viable option.
Offshore wind power plans for Portland Smelter get a federal boost
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Alinta Energy's plan to plug a 1GW offshore wind farm into Victoria's Portland Aluminium Smelter win ARENA funding to kick off early development activities. The post Offshore wind power plans for Portland Smelter get a federal boost appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Forrest’s FFI inks deal to develop green ammonia and hydrogen train engine
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 5, 2022
FFI inks deal with Deutsche Bahn to develop modified diesel train engines that use a mix of green ammonia and hydrogen – an alternative to the "infinity train.". The post Forrest’s FFI inks deal to develop green ammonia and hydrogen train engine appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Fifth Third Foundation Donates $500,000 for Hurricane Relief in Florida; Bank Deploys eBus to Support Local Communities
3BL Media
OCTOBER 5, 2022
SOURCE: Fifth Third Bancorp. DESCRIPTION: CINCINNATI, October 5, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The Fifth Third Foundation has contributed $500,000 to support relief efforts for those impacted by Hurricane Ian, which made landfall in Florida on Sept. 28. Tim Spence, president and CEO of Fifth Third Bancorp, said the $500,000 donation to five local organizations aims at bringing relief to the people impacted and the thousands who continue to grapple in the aftermath of the tragedy.
Coal man turned solar champion joins CEFC board
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 5, 2022
The former boss of the now demolished Hazelwood coal plant in Victoria, Tony Concannon, has been appointed by Labor to the CEFC board. The post Coal man turned solar champion joins CEFC board appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Arrow Electronics Hosts Cycling Challenge To Raise Funds for Martin House Children's Hospice
3BL Media
OCTOBER 5, 2022
SOURCE: Arrow Electronics. DESCRIPTION: October 5, 2022 /3BL Media/ - For the second year in a row, Arrow Electronics employees in the United Kingdom raised funds for Martin House Children’s Hospice. A team of 28 completed the Great Yorkshire Cycle, a challenging 150 miles with a 4,000-foot vertical climb, along the county’s breath-taking scenery. “I’m really proud of our team who have gone out of their way to support this great charity over the last 12 months,” said Nick Bannister, vice preside
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
Fracking: The simple test of whether it should happen or not
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 5, 2022
According to conventional economic theory, whether or not fracking should occur is simple – and the answer these days is almost always "not.". The post Fracking: The simple test of whether it should happen or not appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Complimentary Webinar on Improving ESG Measurement Through Stakeholder Perceptions on October 11
3BL Media
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Participants include Mattel, Twitter, Converseon and Moderated by 3BL Media. SOURCE: Converseon. DESCRIPTION: October 5, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Converseon, the leading Decision Intelligence firm powered by Conversation Data, is hosting a webinar on October 11th at 1PM EDT on the importance of measuring stakeholder perceptions of brand ESG efforts through unstructured social and conversational data.
Is Australia’s “clean energy” focus adding to its economic and climate problems?
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 5, 2022
How tunnel vision on switching to renewables is costing Australia dearly by ignoring the vital importance of energy efficiency and productivity. The post Is Australia’s “clean energy” focus adding to its economic and climate problems? appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Lenovo Receives Top AA+ Rating in 2022 Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Index - Receiving the Best Score in the IT Industry for Second Year in a Row
3BL Media
OCTOBER 5, 2022
SOURCE: Lenovo. DESCRIPTION: HONG KONG, October 5, 2022 /3BL Media/ – Lenovo is pleased to report that it has been included in the 2022 Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Index with the best score in the IT industry, receiving an AA+ rating for the second year in a row. . The rating from the Hang Seng Index relies on a sustainability assessment methodology which has been updated this year to reflect the increasing demand for climate-related disclosure and emissions reduction data by the investo
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.
Critical hydrogen skills shortage could threaten emissions goals
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Australia has neither the skilled workers nor the training capacity to achieve its ambitious renewable hydrogen plans, a new report has found. The post Critical hydrogen skills shortage could threaten emissions goals appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Inspiring Others To Adopt Sustainable Transportation in India
3BL Media
OCTOBER 5, 2022
SOURCE: FedEx Corporation. DESCRIPTION: FedEx is investing in supporting local communities to move people and goods more sustainably. This includes our support of the Akshaya Patra Foundation’s (APF) “Go-Green Initiative” where we are helping to transform their fuel bikes into electric bikes in Bellary, India. Adopting this sustainable change will help the Foundation reduce their carbon footprint and cut their transportation costs.
Neoen secures finance for its “virtual” big battery in Canberra
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 5, 2022
CEFC brings in Infradebt to underwrite Neoen Australia's 100MW/200MWh Capital Battery, known for its innovative “virtual battery” offtake deal with AGL Energy. The post Neoen secures finance for its “virtual” big battery in Canberra appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Most green index funds aren't aligned with the Paris Agreement
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Sustainable passive funds attracted a record $69 billion in net flows in 2021 — but their growth has raised question.
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.
Climate policies to push global wind capacity past 2TW over coming decade
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 5, 2022
A spate of positive climate policies around the globe is expected to drive big growth in the wind energy sector, according to analysts Wood Mackenzie. The post Climate policies to push global wind capacity past 2TW over coming decade appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Closing the Digital Divide, Ericsson's Erik Ekudden Discusses How
3BL Media
OCTOBER 5, 2022
SOURCE: Ericsson. DESCRIPTION: How can we close the digital divide and open paths to prosperity? Government can foster an investment-friendly environment to encourage the rollout of high-performing networks. Industry and government can partner to provide digital literacy skills for children and the workforce of the future. With the benefits of modern connectivity and digitalization clear, these are two concrete ways to help get networks up and running and give people the skills to benefit from d
A flight to quality, as carbon traders hedge against a tightening of rules
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 5, 2022
A mixed quarter of trading shaped by the announcement of the Chubb ERF review and the federal government's plan to reform the Safeguard Mechanism. The post A flight to quality, as carbon traders hedge against a tightening of rules appeared first on RenewEconomy.
The Power of Self-Renewal: Sustaining Your Impact as a Leader
Stanford Social Innovation
OCTOBER 5, 2022
By Jordan Kassalow. Leadership is a renewable resource—but only if approached with a spirit of self-renewal. That often requires individuals to detach from the work they are most attached to, to see their work objectively, to question their own tactics, to be open to change, and to embrace opportunities that require them to reinvent themselves.
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
The Driven Podcast: The trucking industry is going electric
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 5, 2022
We test drive a heavy duty electric truck, and interview key players in an industry that is going electric faster than most people can imagine. The post The Driven Podcast: The trucking industry is going electric appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Celebrating the Impact of Kohler's Latino/a/x Associates: Vitor Wojastyk
3BL Media
OCTOBER 5, 2022
SOURCE: Kohler Co. DESCRIPTION: Plant superintendent Vitor Wojastyk is not one to shy away from an opportunity. In his eight years at Kohler, he has worked in four different plants, two business units and two countries, all while earning a post-grad degree in industrial management and a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification. Now he’s committed to creating the best workplace possible for his team.
Federal government opens “discussion” on a national energy efficiency strategy
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Albanese government launches consultation on how to deliver long overdue energy efficiency improvements across the economy, starting with a discussion paper. The post Federal government opens “discussion” on a national energy efficiency strategy appeared first on RenewEconomy.
World Teachers Day: How to Support Teachers in Today's Educational Environment
3BL Media
OCTOBER 5, 2022
By Lea M. Baylis | Corporate Community Engagement Manager. SOURCE: Keysight Technologies. DESCRIPTION: On this World Teachers Day I want to take a moment to honor the special place that teachers hold in our communities. Educators have a tremendous influence on the lives of young people, as evidenced by how well we all remember our most (and least) favorite teachers. .
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
Siemens Gamesa upgrades onshore wind turbine to 7MW
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Spanish wind energy giant has once again expanded its onshore wind turbine offering, upgrading its 5.X platform to offer up to 7MW of rated power. The post Siemens Gamesa upgrades onshore wind turbine to 7MW appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Supporting the Wellness of Tribal Communities Through Nutrition Education
3BL Media
OCTOBER 5, 2022
SOURCE: Quest Diagnostics. DESCRIPTION: Cooking Matters. Cooking Matters is a Connecticut-based community nutrition, health, and wellness program focused on reducing obesity and its related health risks—such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes—in children, youth, pregnant/ parenting women, and adults. This innovative program utilizes professional chefs, nutritionists, and community volunteers to lead hands-on courses that help people plan, shop for, and prepare nutritious meals.
Rivian Solar Charging Site to Power Dozens of Electric Vehicles
Environment + Energy Leader
OCTOBER 5, 2022
The company is installing renewable sources at its manufacturing site in Illinois to help give vehicles power. The post Rivian Solar Charging Site to Power Dozens of Electric Vehicles appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
LA Kings Partner With Southern California Gas Company, TreePeople and One Tree Planted to Plant Trees in Celebration of California Clean Air Day
3BL Media
OCTOBER 5, 2022
SOURCE: AEG. DESCRIPTION: In celebration of California Clean Air Day, AEG's LA Kings employees planted trees in Lynwood, CA as part of team’s ongoing efforts to promote responsible use of natural resources and advance sustainable practices. In partnership with Southern California Gas Company. TreePeople and One Tree Planted, 40 volunteers worked alongside team mascot, Bailey, to plant 15 trees in residential neighborhoods to enhance shade equity in the underserved areas.
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.
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