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“Unmanaged energy”: WA gears up for solar switch-off rules, to probe Christmas blackouts

Renew Economy

Western Australia launches independent investigation into blackouts that left tens of thousands of households without power during a four-day Christmas heatwave. The post “Unmanaged energy”: WA gears up for solar switch-off rules, to probe Christmas blackouts appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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National Grid - National Grid Electricity Transmission has emissions reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative

Global Renewable News

National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET),

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Australia must shift from fossil fuels or risk more than 100,000 regional jobs

Renew Economy

Up to 300,000 jobs in regional parts of Queensland and WA are at risk if governments fail to prepare for shift from fossil fuels, new research shows. The post Australia must shift from fossil fuels or risk more than 100,000 regional jobs appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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AEP Appalachian Power - Appalachian Power files for approval of renewable projects in W.Va. as renewable energy legislation helps bring economic development success

Global Renewable News

Appalachian Power, along with Wheeling Power,

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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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Fossil fuel industry asks Morrison government for more support for CCS

Renew Economy

Fossil fuel groups are asking for more support for troubled carbon storage projects as the federal budget looms. The post Fossil fuel industry asks Morrison government for more support for CCS appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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British Columbia - New affordable, energy-efficient homes coming to Kelowna

Global Renewable News

Construction is underway on 122 affordable,

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Hitachi Energy - Hitachi Energy Achieves 100% Fossil-free Electricity in Own Operations

Global Renewable News

Hitachi Energy today (Jan 28) announced that.

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“Unsupported by evidence:” CMI slams carbon farming veto powers for minister

Renew Economy

A proposal to grant the federal agriculture minister powers to veto proposed carbon offset projects has been slammed by the Carbon Market Institute. The post “Unsupported by evidence:” CMI slams carbon farming veto powers for minister appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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SolarPower Europe - European Solar Leaders call on EU Commission and Member States to develop solar industrial strategy in 2022

Global Renewable News

Eight leading European solar developers have.

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Ampol reveals strategy and team to lead its push into energy retailing

Renew Economy

Ampol's application to become an energy retailer reveals details of its executive team and more about its strategy to deal with the energy and transport market convergence. The post Ampol reveals strategy and team to lead its push into energy retailing appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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European Commission - New energy statistics 2022 to support the Green Deal

Global Renewable News

Today (Jan 28), the European Commission has.

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RACV backs hydro-factory

Green Career News

Melbourne will soon be home to Australia’s first purpose-built assembly plant for hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles.

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Buckeye Partners - Buckeye Partners Selects Black & Veatch to Build 270-MW Solar Project in Central Texas

Global Renewable News

With a clear focus on creating sustainable.

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Fossil fuels drive prices

Green Career News

Data shows the higher cost of fossil fuels is driving wholesale power prices up.

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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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Canadian Renewable Energy Association - Nova Scotia Power's proposed "system access charge" would devastate the province's solar industry

Global Renewable News

The Canadian Renewable Energy Association.

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Gas stove risks studied

Green Career News

Experts say cooking with gas comes with significant climate and health impacts.

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San Diego Gas & Electric - SDG&E and Sumitomo Electric Complete Zero-Emissions Microgrid Pilot Project, Helping Advance California's Climate GoalsProject successfully powered utility customers solely with energy stored in a flow battery

Global Renewable News

In support of California's goals for 100%.

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More funds for modular solar

Green Career News

Government funds are backing an innovative new modular solar power system.

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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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International Finance Corporation - IFC provides US$60 million loan to BBVA Perú to finance green buildings and fight climate change

Global Renewable News

A new investment in BBVA Perú will help.

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Activists demand stop to Japan-funded coal plant in climate-vulnerable Bangladesh

Eco-Business

Young campaigners say coal-fired power plant will undermine global climate goals and harm local communities — and goes against Japan's promise to end financing for coal overseas.

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Archaea Energy Inc. - Archaea Energy Announces Expansion of Commercial Partnership with FortisBC via New 20-Year Renewable Natural Gas Agreement

Global Renewable News

Archaea Energy Inc. ("Archaea" or "the.

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Report recommends no new coal plants for India as prospects for batteries improve

Eco-Business

An expert committee in India is recommending that the country stop building new coal-fired power plants, after concluding that renewables can meet all future need for electricity.

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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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Government of Canada - Applications launched for $200 million fund to support pollution-cutting projects through the Low Carbon Economy Fund

Global Renewable News

On January 27, 2022, the Government of.

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Oil giant Exxon Mobil pledges net-zero carbon emissions from operations by 2050

Eco-Business

Texas-based oil giant Exxon Mobil is the latest to join the slew of corporate net-zero pledges by 2050, but lacks any mention of Scope 3 emissions—a major part of the carbon footprint of energy companies.

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Sempra North American Infrastructure - Sempra Infrastructure, Entergy Louisiana Sign MOU to Advance Renewable EnergyCompanies to collaborate on developing options for renewable energy procurement for Sempra Infrastructure affiliated facilities

Global Renewable News

Sempra Infrastructure, a subsidiary.

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Standard Chartered Bank appoints chief sustainability officer

Eco-Business

Marisa Drew joins as the bank faces scrutiny for financing fossil fuels projects, despite net-zero pledge.

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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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European Bank for Reconstruction and Development - EBRD invests in urban regeneration and green buildings in Greece

Global Renewable News

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The JUST Report: Disney, Wall Street, and the American Worker

Just Capital

(Christian Thompson/Getty Images). Film producer and JUST board member Abigail Disney’s new documentary, “ The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales ,” spotlights the struggle of low-wage Disneyland workers to make ends meet and in doing so, establishes a narrative about workers all around the country. It’s an issue companies have no choice but to take seriously these days.

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The Average Cost Of Building A Tesla Revealed In Year-End Earnings Report

CleanTechnica

Tesla's cost of goods sold is one the highest in the industry.

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EV Market Share Reaches 2.4% in Australia, Tesla Leads EV Sales

CleanTechnica

Tesla was the highest-selling EV brand in Australia in 2021 as the nation saw a significant increase in EV sales. The number of new electric vehicles in Australia tripled last year, with Tesla far in the lead, The Guardian has reported. After years of sluggish sales, government incentives have helped support the growing rise of […].

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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.