Climate change has (finally) arrived at business school
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
The climate crisis is a curriculum item at the most prestigious schools, and MBAs are excited.
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Huge 400MWh battery takes UK one step closer to 100 per cent renewables
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
A 200MW/400MWh energy storage system in the UK claims to be a world-first, and will help UK take another step towards a zero carbon grid. The post Huge 400MWh battery takes UK one step closer to 100 per cent renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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‘Conscious quitting’: On youth and consequences
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
There’s no shortage of young professionals ready to meet the moment, if only you give them a chance and a voice.
“Sun tax” gets closer, but not much clearer, as networks outline solar export tariff plans
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Solar export tariffs are set to hit parts of the grid next year. We look at the sometimes baffling network proposals to see what's on the table. The post “Sun tax” gets closer, but not much clearer, as networks outline solar export tariff plans 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
Good jobs and green jobs should not be mutually exclusive in the US steel industry
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
The IRA can drive fairly paid union jobs in the United States.
Can an old coal pit be turned into a lake? Hazelwood plans set off “water trigger”
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Engie's proposed Hazelwood lake will be scrutinised by the federal government's more muscular environment department for its huge water use. The post Can an old coal pit be turned into a lake? Hazelwood plans set off “water trigger” appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Can female-led sesame milk brand knock almond milk off its throne?
Corporate Knights
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
When Julia Stamberger, CEO of the Planting Hope Company and mother of four, decided to fill the American plant-based food company’s entire board and C-suite with only women, her reasons were pretty straightforward. She says that not only did the approach give her access to an abundance of untapped talent, but more importantly, it gave the company greater insight into its main customers.
Australia’s methane pollution problem is outsized – and probably underestimated
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Australia already produces five times as much methane as our population should warrant – but what if some of the biggest emitters are fudging their numbers? The post Australia’s methane pollution problem is outsized – and probably underestimated appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Incorporating Sustainability Insights Into Consumers' Buying Journey
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Consumer demand for sustainability insights has reached a major tipping point: over 50% of global consumers now want environmental impact information available at the time of purchase. With this level of demand, how can companies efficiently incorporate sustainability data into their consumers' daily purchasing decisions?
Brookfield still hungry for massive green energy play as Origin board backs trimmed offer
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Brookfield still keen on using Origin as platform for $20 billion wind, solar and storage push after board supports a slightly trimmed offer. The post Brookfield still hungry for massive green energy play as Origin board backs trimmed offer appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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
Quality-Driven ESG: Build Trust by Improving Data Quality
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
As we move towards 2030, maintaining high standards for protecting the environment and human rights is becoming very good for business. Investors are increasingly monitoring environmental, social and governance (ESG) intentions and outcomes to inform decision making, and lenders are reducing the cost of capital for organizations that maintain high ESG standards.
Solar exports and siestas: The energy future where consumers have the power, and can share it too
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Landmark study looks into Australia's energy future to see how consumers will use electricity, how they won't, and how to avoid a potentially bumpy transition. The post Solar exports and siestas: The energy future where consumers have the power, and can share it too appeared first on RenewEconomy.
AllianzGI to Begin Voting Against Companies that Don’t Link Exec Pay to ESG Performance
ESG Today
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Investment manager Allianz Global Investors (AllianzGI) warned today that it will begin this year to vote against directors of large cap European companies that fail to integrate ESG performance metrics into executive pay policies. The company also introduced a new stewardship policy to vote against board directors of high-emitting companies that don’t have sufficient net zero goals and strategies or climate-related disclosure, beginning in 2024.
Korean giant backs plans for Australia’s first commercial solar hydrogen project
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
South Korean industrial giant throws its weight behind Infinite Green Energy plans to develop and build Australia’s first commercial-scale green hydrogen project. The post Korean giant backs plans for Australia’s first commercial solar hydrogen project appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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.
Winning the SMB tech market in a challenging economy
McKinsey Sustainabilty
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
The small-and-midsize-business market has huge potential, but it’s also highly competitive and fragmented. Tech providers must understand the unique, evolving needs and preferences of small companies.
Longest running solar farm contract dispute finally settled after more than two years
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Longest running dispute over solar farm contract finally resolved after more than two years. The post Longest running solar farm contract dispute finally settled after more than two years appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Solar Panel Cars: The Future of Sustainable Transportation?
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
As the world becomes more aware of the environmental impact of fossil fuels, there has been an increasing interest in sustainable transportation options. One of the most promising developments in this field is the use of solar panel cars. The post Solar Panel Cars: The Future of Sustainable Transportation? appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
NSW Ports prepares to turns Port Kembla into an offshore wind energy hub
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
NSW Ports is planning a futuristic port that can support offshore wind and hydrogen. The post NSW Ports prepares to turns Port Kembla into an offshore wind energy hub appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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.
Meta may offer a lesson in how to brick a surveillance device
Stacey Higginbotham
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
It’s the beginning of the end for Meta’s Portal display. The company quietly removed the app for Microsoft Teams from the Portal app store in recent weeks, a little over a year after the video chat service first became available on Meta’s smart displays. The change, which also includes Microsoft’s Intune app, was first noticed by Portal owners on Reddit; I was able to confirm it with Meta PR.
What is environmental sustainability?
McKinsey Sustainabilty
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Environmental sustainability is the practice of ensuring responsible stewardship of our planet.
McKesson Corporation Tackles Climate Change by Increasing Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
McKesson Europe aims to be carbon neutral by 2030, while McKesson Corporation set in 2021 a science-based target initiative to keep temperature increases in check and aligned with the Paris climate agreement. The post McKesson Corporation Tackles Climate Change by Increasing Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Bipartisan legislation would increase US uranium production to promote nuclear energy
Utiliity Dive
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
To the extent possible, DOE will not disrupt or replace market mechanisms by competing with U.S. nuclear energy companies, according to the legislation.
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
United Airlines Launches $100 Million Sustainable Aviation Fuel Venture Fund
ESG Today
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
United Airlines announced today the launch of the United Airlines Ventures Sustainable Flight Fund, aimed at investing in and supporting startups focused on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) research, technology and production. The fund is launching with over $100 million of investments from United, and inaugural partners including Air Canada, Boeing, GE Aerospace, JPMorgan Chase, and Honeywell.
3 steps to increasing reliability by scaling demand response programs
Utiliity Dive
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Utilities can engage a larger pool of participants in demand response programs with three steps gleaned from an innovative pilot program.
Wärtsilä Completes 125MW LeConte Energy Storage Project in California
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
The facility will also support the continued integration of renewable energy assets on California’s electric grid, a key component of the state’s decarbonization goals. The post Wärtsilä Completes 125MW LeConte Energy Storage Project in California appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Corporate commitments to racial justice: An update
McKinsey Sustainabilty
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
In the two years since McKinsey first analyzed corporate pledges to fight racial injustice, companies have continued to pledge money—but how it’s being spent remains unclear.
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
8 Best Shopify Apps That Give Back
Causeartist: Sustainable Technology
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Shopify is a great platform for business owners who want to create an online presence. With the help of Shopify, business owners can create online stores that are easy to use and manage.
Lessons from transformers: How some distributors reset and won
McKinsey Sustainabilty
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
In an exceptionally challenging marketplace, a few distributors are outperforming others by wide margins. Here’s what they do differently.
DNO spearheads “world-first” smart transformer trial
Envirotec Magazine
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Smart electricity transformers will greatly improve the level of insight into what is going on in the network, says the operator, assisting the effort to maintain a reliable supply of power. Billed as a world-first smart transformer trial, UK Power Network’s Project Stratus will see smart electricity transformers installed within existing substations at Uckfield and New Romney in East Sussex which, if successful, will provide live data on electricity usage and demand, “on a scale never-before a
French Renewable Developer Signs 25-Year PPA
Environment + Energy Leader
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
French renewables developer Total Eren has acquired one of Honduras’ largest wind farms, signing a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with the Central American country’s national utility. The post French Renewable Developer Signs 25-Year PPA 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.
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