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Germany covers 52 pct of electricity consumption with renewables so far this year

Renew Economy

Renewables covered more than half of Germany’s electricity consumption so far this year, and has averaged 50 pct or more for each of the last seven months. The post Germany covers 52 pct of electricity consumption with renewables so far this year appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Green financing surges to more than $1.1 trillion at top banks

Corporate Knights

Talk of where banks do and don’t put their money doesn’t usually make the red carpet. But in September, 200 actors and filmmakers signed an open letter calling on the Toronto International Film Festival to stop accepting sponsorship money from RBC. As Avengers star Mark Ruffalo tweeted, “RBC is one of the biggest funders of fossil fuels with the worst record of green washing and First Nation abuses through their fossil fuels and extraction projects.

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Rooftop solar smashes more records, sending coal output and grid demand to new lows

Renew Economy

Rooftop solar smashed more records over the "grand final" long weekend, sending coal output and network demand to new lows as the grid continues to be reshaped. The post Rooftop solar smashes more records, sending coal output and grid demand to new lows appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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India - Arunachal inks MoU with Norwegian Institute to channel geothermal potential

Global Renewable News

The Arunachal Pradesh government on Wednesday (Sept 27) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute (NGI) to explore feasibility of harnessing geothermal pot.

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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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The road is long and time is short, but Australia’s pace towards net zero is quickening

Renew Economy

For all of the doom-saying, Australia is putting the building blocks in place to get to net zero faster. The post The road is long and time is short, but Australia’s pace towards net zero is quickening appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Canadian Geothermal Energy Association - CanGEA Member, Qulliq Energy Corporation, Funds Nunavut Geothermal feasibility study

Global Renewable News

Qulliq Energy Corporation, in partnership with Respec Inc., is actively involved in groundbreaking research on the feasibility of geothermal energy in Nunavut.The research team spent time in Cam.

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Defense Innovation Unit - U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, the Defense Innovation Unit, and Industry Advance DoD Installation Energy Resilience with Geothermal Energy Solutions

Global Renewable News

To power mission activities Department of Defense (DoD) installations often use electricity delivered through miles of electrical lines and fuel transported from distant locations. Prolonged power dis.

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ESG Today: Week in Review

ESG Today

This week in ESG news: Deutsche Bank’s DWS fined by SEC after greenwashing investigation; LEGO Group hires Chief Sustainability Officer, drops plans for recycled plastic bricks; France unveils plans to cut emissions 55% by 2030; EcoVadis launches solution to track product-level GHG emissions; SEC chief considering Scope 3 emissions reporting requirement after pushback; EU bans microplastics in consumer products; investor group targets 100 companies to address biodiversity & nature loss; capi

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Argonne National Laboratory - Department of Energy Funds New Center at Argonne for Decarbonization of Steelmaking: Reimagining the Steel Production Process

Global Renewable News

Steel has a major impact on everyone's lives and our economy. It is crucial to cars, trucks, airplanes, buildings and more. However, there is a significant issue with its production process. Globa.

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From Sea to Table: Wild Harvested Kelp Versus Farmed Kelp

WWF Sustainability

What are the differences between wild harvested kelp and farmed kelp?

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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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Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) - Ghana launches USD 550 billion Energy Transition and Investment Plan for achieving net-zero emissions, creating 400,000 jobs by 2060

Global Renewable News

His Excellency Nana Akufo-Addo, President of the Republic of Ghana, launched the country's new Energy Transition and Investment Plan yesterday during a Global Africa Business Initiative event in N.

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Techno-economic Realities of Long-Distance Hydrogen Transport

Energy Central

Techno-economic Realities of Long-Distance Hydrogen Transport Large-scale transport of hydrogen over long distances poses significant cost and technology challenges, however—many of which stem from hydrogen’s fundamental properties, including its low volumetric energy density. To explore these issues, Clean Air Task Force commissioned KBR Inc., a Houston-based.

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National Renewable Energy Laboratory - Moving Toward Equity, One House at a TimeHUD Healthy Homes Program Helps Alaska Native Villages Adapt to Change

Global Renewable News

By Molly Rettig | Contact media relationsDerrick Sinyon's manufactured house was not designed for the harsh Alaska climate and has roof, foundation, and moisture problems, like many hom.

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Submission on BHP Caval Ridge Mine Horse Pit Coal Extension in the Bowen Basin: an additional lifetime 440 megatonnes of CO2

John Englart

Aerial view: existing Caval Ridge mine in the Bowen Basin, QueenslandSubmissions for this coal mine extension closed 29 September 2023. The Labor Federal government has already approved 10 new coal or gas projects since coming to power in May 2022. The BHP Caval Ridge Mine Horse Pit Coal Extension is in the approval queue with about 100 other coal and gas projects.

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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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Argonne National Laboratory - Can a roof's material cool the outside air and lower energy demand? An Argonne study says it can

Global Renewable News

With increasingly warming temperatures during the summer months, urban cities like Chicago need to arm decision makers and communities with information about strategies to help keep their residents co.

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Hydrogen Carrier | Costs

Energy Central

Hydrogen Carrier | Costs [link] Hydrogen Shipping

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World Green Building Council - Europe's sustainable built environment initiative gains momentum: Built4People Innovation Cluster Network launches to accelerate sustainable innovation

Global Renewable News

Today (25 September 2023) the Built4People (B4P) partnership announced the launch of a new network of innovation clusters, to action sustainable innovation and help hit EU climate targets for Europe&#.

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Hydrogen for Heat | Economic Value, UK

Energy Central

Hydrogen for Heat | Economic Value, UK

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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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U.S. Department of Energy - DOE Announces $264 Million for Basic Research in Support of Energy Earthshots

Global Renewable News

11 New National Lab-Led Energy Earthshot Research Centers and 18 University Projects Will Address Tough Scientific Challenges to Help Achieve Net-Zero Carbon by 2050, Solve Climate Crisis.

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Explainer: What is the Global Biofuel Alliance?

Eco-Business

India Prime Minister Narendra Modi forged the alliance to demonstrate the country's climate leadership as host of the G20 summit. India is betting on blended fuels to help displace coal and oil.

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American Battery Technology Company - American Battery Technology Company Receives Contract from US DOE for $20M Project to Accelerate Commercialization of Next-Generation Advanced Battery Recycling Technologies

Global Renewable News

American Battery Technology Company (ABTC) (NASDAQ: ABAT), an integrated critical battery materials company that is commercializing its technologies for both primary battery minerals manufacturing an.

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Big tech drags feet on climate disinformation, advocates warn

Eco-Business

Here's how major tech companies fared in their policies to curb misinformation, including on climate, in a new report.

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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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bp America - bp begins construction on new Texas solar project

Global Renewable News

Highlights The 187-megawatt dc Peacock Solar project will help power a Gulf Coast Growth Ventures petrochemical complex The project is expected to come online in the second half of 2024.

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Drought-resilient millet: a pathway to food security in India?

Eco-Business

As a nutrient-rich grain that can withstand drought and heat, millet is being promoted across India amid increasing weather extremes – but despite the government’s promotion efforts, demand remains low.

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ENGIE - GetBlok Farms© Enters Renewable Energy Agreement with ENGIE

Global Renewable News

GetBlok Farms© has entered into a two-year renewable energy agreement with ENGIE Resources LLC, a subsidiary of ENGIE North America (ENGIE). This renewable energy purchase includes Renewable Energy C.

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Has the Indian government managed to clean the Ganga at last?

Eco-Business

In 2014, the Indian government launched the latest in a long line of projects to clean the Ganga’s waters, but in the city of Varanasi it shows mixed results.

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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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U.S. Department of Energy - Study Identifies Needs and Opportunities for West Coast Ports to Support Floating Offshore Wind Energy

Global Renewable News

A new report published by the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory identifies steps the country can follow to establish a system of ports to enable commercial-sca.

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New Design for Floating Offshore Wind Turbines

Green Tech Gazette

The offshore wind sector is facing challenges in establishing itself in the United States due to opposition fueled by a mix of misinformation and a sense of entitlement among its critics. However, Maine seems to have found a solution to this issue. If everything proceeds as intended, Maine, known for its lobsters and lighthouses, may soon be renowned for hosting floating offshore wind turbines.

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Vattenfall, BASF, and Allianz - Offshore Windfarm Hollandse Kust Zuid Inaugurated

Global Renewable News

Highlights Dutch King Willem-Alexander jointly with the board members of Allianz, Vattenfall, and BASF officially inaugurated Hollandse Kust Zuid 1-4, one of the largest offshore wind farms.

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Can A Roof’s Material Cool The Outside Air & Lower Energy Demand?

CleanTechnica

Can A Roof’s Material Cool The Outside Air?

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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.