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Apocalypse or ally? Managing AI to advance sustainability

GreenBiz

Capturing the benefits and minimizing the risks of artificial intelligence will require practical measures that build confidence and trust.

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Queensland proposes 12 renewable energy zones in dash to quit coal

Renew Economy

Queensland Labor government identifies 12 renewable energy zones to help Australia's most coal dependent state shift to 80% renewables in just over a decade. The post Queensland proposes 12 renewable energy zones in dash to quit coal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How the new sustainability disclosure rules can work for you

GreenBiz

Reframe your reaction to the new reporting regimen. Here’s how it can benefit you — and your company.

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Land Betterment and ek? Solutions: Work Comes Full Circle With Camp G.R.A.V.E.S. Partnership

3BL Media

FISHERS, Ind., July 10, 2023 /3BL/ - Land Betterment Corporation ("Land Betterment" or the "Company"), a certified B Corporation and an environmental solutions company, is proud to announce its ekō Solutions division has partnered with Camp G.R.A.V.E.S., an organization currently providing housing solutions to victims of the 2021 Kentucky tornadoes.

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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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Danish giant targets Australia as it builds “world’s largest” dedicated renewables fund

Renew Economy

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, which has a 30GW pipeline in Australia, including the first offshore wind farm, is creating the world’s largest dedicated renewables investment fund. The post Danish giant targets Australia as it builds “world’s largest” dedicated renewables fund appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Sappi Makes a Difference in Communities Through Its 2022 Employee Ideas That Matter Grant Program

3BL Media

Sakheni Francois, a Fulbright scholar who holds an MBA, joined Sappi in 2020 as a Market Analyst. She has worked in corporate, nonprofit and rural development settings in Eswatini and the United States. She is also the producer of an animated documentary, Liyana, which has won over 35 awards at international festivals. Sakheni used her 2022 Employee Ideas that Matter grant to help fund the renovations of the Boston Building Resources (BBR) Reuse Center, an organization that provides affordable b

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Video: SEE Leader Brings Purpose and Passion to Solving Food Packaging Challenges

3BL Media

Content created and originally published by America's Plastic Makers Meet Ron Cotterman, Vice President of Global Corporate Affairs at SEE ® (formerly Sealed Air). Ron is an innovator and a motivator. And throughout his 37-year career, two things have never changed for him. “If I had to give advice to a young person starting out, I probably would say, ‘Stay true to your objectives.

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Bowen: We’re playing catch-up, but 82 pct renewables target can be met

Renew Economy

Chris Bowen says climate and renewables targets are ambitious but achievable, as he concedes new temperature records show that climate change is a "lived reality." The post Bowen: We’re playing catch-up, but 82 pct renewables target can be met appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Commitment to Customers, Transparency, and Decarbonization

3BL Media

Originally published on NRG Energy Insights By NRG Editorial Voices Alongside our power values, our sustainability framework is a cornerstone to the development and evolution of our business. Please enjoy this extended Q&A session with Jeanne-Mey Sun, Vice President of Sustainability, elaborating on our progress, goals, and future at NRG. Q: As you look back on sustainability at NRG in 2022, what were some of the highlights?

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New rival for 5B as “world first” prefab solar tracker system arrives to power WA mine

Renew Economy

A new rapid deploy solar technology has landed in Australia, claiming to offer world's first and only prefabricated solar tracker system. The post New rival for 5B as “world first” prefab solar tracker system arrives to power WA mine 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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It’s Here! 100 Best Corporate Citizens Methodology and ISS Data Verification Now Open

3BL Media

3BL is delighted to announce the release of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens Methodology document for 2023. The methodology provides a comprehensive overview of the factors considered in evaluating corporate citizenship, and it is now available for your review. We encourage all Russell 1000 companies to carefully examine the methodology document to gain insights into the criteria and metrics utilized in determining the ranking.

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Korean power giant signs up for 50GW “ultrascale” green hydrogen plan in Australia

Renew Economy

Kepco signs MoU to progress plans to produce up to 3.5 million tonnes of green hydrogen a year from 50GW of wind and solar installed in Western Australia. The post Korean power giant signs up for 50GW “ultrascale” green hydrogen plan in Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Accelerating the Sustainable Energy Transition With SAP’s Industry Cloud

3BL Media

The energy sector finds itself at a pivotal moment as the world strives to address the urgent challenges of climate change and achieve a more sustainable future. Reducing carbon emissions and ensuring a secure and affordable energy supply will require transitioning from fossil fuel-based energy systems to net-zero carbon sources. To do this, oil, gas, and energy companies must simultaneously reduce costs from existing operations and invest in new business models to lead the sustainable energy tr

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WA to use solar duck to give free power to state’s households “doing it tough”

Renew Economy

WA hatches plan to provide free daytime electricity for hardship customers, much of which will come from excess solar sent to the grid from state's rooftops. The post WA to use solar duck to give free power to state’s households “doing it tough” appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Discovery Education and Its Corporate Partners Offering Free Resources for Families To Keep Learning Alive All Summer

3BL Media

CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 10, 2023 /3BL/ - To keep students engaged in learning while on summer break, Discovery Education and select partners have created free dynamic digital resources for students and caregivers to use at home. Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place.

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How to drive workplace diversity after Supreme Court affirmative action ruling

Corporate Knights

The recent Supreme Court ruling overturning affirmative action sent shock waves across college campuses in the United States. In one fell swoop, a supermajority of judges voting to limit the consideration of race in admissions processes undid years of work to address the persistent racial inequalities baked into our societies. But the decision has sparked another crucial debate, casting a long shadow over current efforts to enhance workplace diversity and, by extension, representation.

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WHC Welcomes Anna Willingshofer as New Chief Science and Innovation Officer

3BL Media

BETHESDA, Md., July 10, 2023 /3BL/ - WHC (Wildlife Habitat Council) is proud to announce the appointment of Anna Willingshofer as the organization’s new Chief Science and Innovation Officer. Anna will be leading cutting-edge strategic initiatives to advance nature conservation through science-based solutions. Anna has over 15 years of experience in the areas of biodiversity, climate change and infrastructure.

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GridBeyond boosts its energy management smarts with AI add-on

Renew Economy

GridBeyond acquires energy business of California AI software developer Veritone, to bolster its electricity trading, forecasting, and consulting services. The post GridBeyond boosts its energy management smarts with AI add-on appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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GoDaddy's 2022 Sustainability Report: Frameworks and Metrics Appendix - The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

3BL Media

Originally published in GoDaddy’s 2022 Sustainability Report The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) In 2022, we joined the United Nations Global Compact , committing to supporting its Ten Principles and to reporting our progress toward the SDGs annually. We are proud of the progress we made toward the six SDGs where we believe our company has the greatest opportunity for impact: SDG 5: Gender Equality: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.

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Energy Insiders Podcast: Chris Bowen on climate and renewable targets

Renew Economy

Federal climate and energy minister Chris Bowen defends targets as ambitious and achievable, as he prepares to announce Hunter offshore wind zone and roll out capacity mechanism and fuel efficiency standards. The post Energy Insiders Podcast: Chris Bowen on climate and renewable targets appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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National Grid Commemorates Lineworker Appreciation Day

3BL Media

WALTHAM, Mass. and SYRACUSE, N.Y., July 10, 2023 /3BL/ - Electric field force crews maintain the infrastructure that powers our daily lives, often working through some of the most severe weather conditions to respond to service interruptions. On July 10, National Grid is proud to recognize National Lineworker Appreciation Day and celebrate the dedicated individuals who are keeping customers connected and readying the grid for an electrified future.

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New transmission lines are controversial – batteries and virtual lines may ease the pain

Renew Economy

Building new transmission infrastructure is unavoidable. But we can do it cleverly and minimise the impact on communities and landowners. The post New transmission lines are controversial – batteries and virtual lines may ease the pain appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Black & Veatch Chosen for FEED Work on Proposed Ksi Lisims LNG Floating Natural Gas Project in Canada

3BL Media

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., July 10, 2023 /3BL/ – Black & Veatch, a global leader in liquefied natural gas (LNG) infrastructure solutions – in collaboration with Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) of South Korea – announced today it has been awarded a front-end engineering design (FEED) contract for the Ksi Lisims LNG nearshore floating production facility in northwest Canada.

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U.S. Department of Energy - DOE Invests Over $23 Million to Reduce Carbon Emissions Across the United States

Global Renewable News

Selected Projects will Help Local Communities Accelerate Deployment of Carbon Management Technology to Capture and Permanently Store Carbon Dioxide Emissions from Industrial and.

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Bhumi Pednekar Stars As the New Face of MAC VIVA GLAM, Joining the Ranks of Icons Before Her

3BL Media

INDIA, July 10, 2023 /3BL/ - Talented and versatile Bollywood actor, Bhumi Pednekar joins forces with M·A·C Cosmetics for the much anticipated 29th year of its pioneer VIVA GLAM charitable initiative, which supports healthy futures and equal rights for all. The VIVA GLAM Bhumi Pednekar lipstick is a limited-edition lipstick co-created by Bhumi Pednekar and M·A·C Cosmetics.

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Minnesota - Duluth awarded $700,000 grant to study using wastewater to heat buildings

Global Renewable News

Duluth has been awarded a $700,000 grant by the Department of Energy to develop a geothermal district heating system using waste from Western Lake Superior Sanitary District to heat buildings in the L.

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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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How To Travel Like an Ecotourism Specialist: Tips and Tricks for Your Summer Vacations

3BL Media

Being an avid traveler, I’ve had the opportunity to explore many amazing parts of the world, taking in the local cultures and ecosystems. By far, one of my favourite parts of being on an adventure is watching and filming wildlife in its natural habitat. It is one of the greatest joys that I find in life. The miracles of biology unfurling before my eyes can have me transfixed for hours.

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Utah - Utah's FORGE geothermal site proves it's more than just wishing wells

Global Renewable News

If one didn't know better, Joseph Moore could be talking about one of his grandchildren or a shiny sports car parked in his garage.But on this day, amid a blustery desert wind against the ba.

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Regions Bank Committed to Reducing Medical Debt

3BL Media

By Candace Higginbotham Medical debt continues to be the subject of high-level discussions – in news reports, government and regulatory agencies, state legislatures and Congress. And since 41% of U.S. adults report they’ve gone into debt because of medical or dental bills, you have likely experienced it first-hand or indirectly through neighbors, friends or family members.

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Swissgrid - Procurement of the second tranche of the hydropower reserve for next winter has taken place

Global Renewable News

In accordance with the ordinance on the establishment of a winter hydropower reserve (WResV), Swissgrid today (July 6) procured the second tranche of the hydropower reserve for the coming winter a.

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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.