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Star of the South gets head start as Australia’s offshore wind race officially launched

Renew Economy

Australia's offshore wind industry launched, with formal declaration of first development zone and a leg-up to the 2.2GW Star of the South project. The post Star of the South gets head start as Australia’s offshore wind race officially launched appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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ESG Today: Week in Review

ESG Today

This week in ESG news: HSBC ends financing of new oil & gas projects; EU agrees to a carbon tax on imports; Australia to introduce mandatory climate reporting for companies; Dow Jones Sustainability annual index changes released; Barclays sets $1 trillion sustainable finance goal; Annual CDP environmental scores released; Biden invests $3.7 billion in carbon removal; EU bank regulator unveils sustainable finance plans; ISSB to add biodiversity to climate disclosure requirements; Microsoft hi

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Risen Energy to build its first big battery in Australia with “gamechanger” Arena funding

Renew Economy

Arena funding means Risen Energy will build its first big battery in Australia, with another three in the company's project pipeline. The post Risen Energy to build its first big battery in Australia with “gamechanger” Arena funding appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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“The Monarchy Needs to Change,” Say Harry & Meghan; “Recognise your Privilege and Shut Up,” Responds World

Impakter

Impakter. “The Monarchy Needs to Change,” Say Harry & Meghan; “Recognise your Privilege and Shut Up,” Responds World. Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, the second son of King Charles III and late Princess Diana of Wales, have been the subject of intense media scrutiny ever since their relationship became public in October 2016. In the docuseries “Harry & Meghan“, the second instalment of which was released this week on Netflix, the couple attempts […].

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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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TagEnergy to press go on big renewables hub in north Queensland after battery win

Renew Economy

Rapidly emerging TagEnergy announces new renewables hub in north Queensland after ARENA battery funding win. The post TagEnergy to press go on big renewables hub in north Queensland after battery win appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Earth’s ‘Sixth Mass Extinction’ Has Begun, Study Warns

Impakter

Impakter. Earth’s ‘Sixth Mass Extinction’ Has Begun, Study Warns. As talks at the UN’s biodiversity conference, COP15, continue in Montreal, a new scientific study has been published which predicts that by the year 2100, 17.6% of species will be extinct. Species extinction is not a new concern, with the IUCN red list finding that over 28% of examined flora and fauna species – more […].

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Veolia's nationwide green energy project launched

Sustainability Matters

Veolia has launched a nationwide decarbonisation project across its Australian operation to reach ecological transformation. To build the company’s capacity for behind-the-meter energy independence, the $20m project will see rooftop solar panels and commercial battery stations installed across Veolia’s eligible Australian facilities. The outputs will power Veolia’s offices and operational activities, reducing its reliance on fossil fuels and creating energy resilience.

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Neoen to add big battery to what is now Australia’s biggest solar farm

Renew Economy

Neoen to add big battery to what is now the country's biggest operating solar farm in Queensland. The post Neoen to add big battery to what is now Australia’s biggest solar farm appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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National Renewable Energy Laboratory - NREL Initiating New Research Projects To Advance Hydropower and Marine Energy Technologies

Global Renewable News

On Dec. 9, 2022, the U.S. Department of Energy.

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Iberdrola, Abel to build giant renewable hydrogen and green fuels plant in Tasmania

Renew Economy

Spanish energy giant Iberdrola to work with Abel Energy to build a world-scale green hydrogen and methanol production plant in Tasmania. The post Iberdrola, Abel to build giant renewable hydrogen and green fuels plant in Tasmania 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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U.S. Department of Energy - U.S. Department of Energy Announces Over $15 Million to Drive Down Costs of Geothermal Drilling Projects in Colorado and California Will Demonstrate Drilling Innovations and Help Reduce Costs of Renewable Geothermal Energy  

Global Renewable News

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today (Dec.

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ARENA to fund eight grid-scale batteries

Sustainability Matters

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency ( ARENA ) has announced $176 million in conditional funding to eight grid-scale battery projects across Australia, on behalf of the Australian Government. Under ARENA’s Large Scale Battery Storage Funding Round , each battery will include grid-forming inverter technology, allowing them to provide system stability services traditionally provided by synchronous generation such as coal and gas.

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U.S. Department of Energy - Minority Serving Institutions to Receive $1 Million for Bioenergy Research

Global Renewable News

Three projects have been selected for funding.

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Stella McCartney and LVMH back $200mn climate-linked venture capital fund

Financial Times: Moral Money

Collab SOS is focused on fashion materials, energy and supply chain start-ups

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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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PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy - Real Steps to Support Net Zero Emission, PGE Ready to Increase PLTP Capacity in South Sumatra 55 MW

Global Renewable News

PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGE) as part.

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Sustainability trends 2023

Carlos Sanchez

Like. Last year we had great hopes that 2022 would be the year to build back better in the aftermath of COVID-19. Unfortunately, surging inflation, a global energy crisis and a constant threat of recession cut out a few of our expectations. Despite the outlook Environment, Social and Governance topics have continued to be a key priority among investors, consumers and companies.

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Eugene Water & Electric Board - EWEB joins 10 other utilities to take the next step in support of a Western Resource Adequacy Program

Global Renewable News

The Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) has.

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$50B Opportunity Means ‘Go Time’ for Canadian Renewables: CanREA CEO

CREA

It’s “go time” for wind, solar, and energy storage in Canada—thanks to low costs, abundant resources, climate imperatives, and an estimated C$50-billion investment opportunity, says Vittoria Bellissimo, the Canadian Renewable Energy Association’s new president and CEO. Read more from The Energy Mix.

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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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U.S. Department of Energy - Biden-Harris Administration Announces $750 Million to Accelerate Clean Hydrogen Technologies

Global Renewable News

The Biden-Harris Administration, through the.

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Activist group Follow This launches climate campaign against Big Oil

Financial Times: Moral Money

Shareholder resolutions filed calling on companies to cut emissions more aggressively

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AVANGRID, Inc. - AVANGRID Statement on Progress of Clean Energy Investments in Massachusetts

Global Renewable News

AVANGRID (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable.

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Work on hydrogen storage cavern on Yorkshire coast | SSE | The Guardian

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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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American Electric Power - AEP Energy Partners Seeks Solar and Wind Projects in PJM, Solar Projects in ERCOT

Global Renewable News

AEP Energy Partners (AEPEP), a wholly owned.

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Final Rule on Prudence and Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments and Exercising Shareholder Rights (DOL)

Christopher Mercer

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California Public Utilities Commission - CPUC Modernizes Solar Tariff To Support Reliability and Decarbonization

Global Renewable News

The California Public Utilities Commission.

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Sustainable Agriculture: Why a Changing Policy Landscape Matters to Business

3BL Media

By Margarita Lysenkova, Senior Manager – International Policy, Global Reporting Initiative. SOURCE: GRI. DESCRIPTION: A well functioning agricultural sector is a crucial component for any successful and sustainable economy, given its core role in the production of food and raw materials. Supply chains of many sectors rely on crops, fibers and fuels, linking them to agriculture and its impacts.

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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.

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U.S. Department of Energy - Department of Energy Announces $23 Million to Fund Research and Development to Decarbonize Water Resource Recovery Facilities

Global Renewable News

Today (Dec 16), the U.S. Department of.

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India’s green bonds framework comes with a lot of promise, but also grey areas

Eco-Business

The framework for India’s sovereign green bonds, which aims to spur investments in clean technologies while minimising risks for investors, addresses the difficulty of raising capital but might be introducing new problems in doing so.

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ReNew Energy Global plc - ReNew Power signs 150 MW Agreement with Microsoft

Global Renewable News

ReNew Power ("ReNew" or "the Company").

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Amid World Cup criticisms, is it time for sport to be greener?

Eco-Business

Environmental advocates have questioned Qatar’s net-zero carbon promise and are urging FIFA to consider impacts of climate change.

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How Will Virgo Season Impact Your ESG Communication?

3BL’s in-house experts merge the celestial wisdom of astrology with current environmental, social, governance (ESG) communication trends to offer a unique perspective and practical advice on sharing your company’s commitments effectively. 3BL’s new “Navigating ESG Comms through the Cosmos” series begins with Virgo season! In this edition, we delve into: How businesses have responded to environmental disasters over the past few months and why you can expect a continued focus on the climate crisis