GreenBiz

DECEMBER 9, 2022

The tech giant's close collaboration with Emerald Cities Collaborative has informed renewable energy projects with equity as a central concern.

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Corporate Knights

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Gareth Gransaull is the co-executive director of Re_Generation , Canada’s next-generation think tank working to build a regenerative economy, and a climate policy researcher with the Institute for Integrated Energy Systems at the University of Victoria. As an energy-exporting nation, Canada has long neglected a crucial element of meaningful climate action: reducing fossil fuel production.

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GreenBiz

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Cemex is collaborating with several original equipment manufacturers on new transportation technology, including its first 10 all-electric, heavy-duty ready-mix concrete trucks.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 9, 2022

In recognition of the United Nations Human Rights Day 2022, AMD shares how the company is collaborating with RBA members on ethical recruitment training for suppliers. SOURCE: AMD. DESCRIPTION: At AMD, we believe we can have the most impact on addressing the systemic causes of forced and bonded labor by working with multi-stakeholder initiatives and leveraging relationships with our manufacturing suppliers.

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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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GreenBiz

DECEMBER 9, 2022

An update from WWF's Erin Simon and OPLN's Dave Ford, who attended INC-1 in Uruguay.

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Renew Economy

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Justifying approvals of a new coal mine with the promise of CCS is like smoking cigarettes and gambling that a cure for cancer will exist by the time you need it. The post Empty promises of carbon capture usher through decades more coal from the UK appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 9, 2022

SOURCE: CNH Industrial. DESCRIPTION: Our first Tech Day showed how we are Breaking New Ground in Agriculture. CNH Industrial is making great strides in delivering on its Ag Tech roadmap. We demonstrated achieved progress in the Precision Technology space at a two-day event for financial, investor and media communities. It took place in Phoenix, Arizona, USA on December 7-8.

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GreenBiz

DECEMBER 9, 2022

This episode features commentary from Kaya Axelsson, Net Zero Policy Engagement Fellow at the University of Oxford, and Sheldon Whitehouse, U.S. Senator from Rhode Island.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 9, 2022

SOURCE: Fifth Third Bancorp. DESCRIPTION: CINCINNATI, December 9, 2022 /3BL Media/ – The rise of online and mobile banking and electronic financial transactions have made life easier for consumers. However, without proper security measures, they can put you at risk for fraud and scams. Here are a few easy actions you can take to protect yourself this holiday season and beyond. .

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GreenBiz

DECEMBER 9, 2022

What will it take to get to “car-to-car” recycling?

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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.

3BL Media

DECEMBER 9, 2022

SOURCE: FedEx Corporation. DESCRIPTION: Accelerating business growth for women and entrepreneurs of color. FedEx is committed to helping small business owners everywhere access the resources they need to succeed. The FedEx E-Commerce Learning Lab created by Accion Opportunity Fund and FedEx provides hands-on learning for women entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs of color to scale their e-commerce operations and develop their consumer base.

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Cisco CSR

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Supporting sustainable technologies on a campus network is great for the planet and can substantially lower the cost of workplace operations. But adding hundreds of new IoT devices to a campus network can be a heavy lift for IT teams. Let’s take a look at the many innovations that Cisco has made to address sustainable technology, so that supporting a cleaner planet does not become a burden on IT teams.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Largest grant in organization’s history will be used to provide inclusive, affordable and flexible capital for minority-owned small businesses in rural, underserved Georgia communities. SOURCE: Truist. DESCRIPTION: ATLANTA, December 9, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Truist Foundation today announced a $3.75 million commitment to launch the Diverse, Equitable and Inclusive Small Business Capital strategy at Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs Inc.

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ESG Today

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Wines and spirits producer Pernod Ricard announced today plans to invest approximately $250 million carbon neutral distillery for its Jefferson’s Bourbon brand, in Marion County, Kentucky. The announcement is the latest in a series of environmental sustainability-focused moves by Pernod Ricard, including recently announced plans to invest €50 million to transform its Middleton Distillery in Ireland into a carbon neutral operation over the next four years, a goal to achieve carbon neutral d

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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

Supply Chains

3BL Media

DECEMBER 9, 2022

SOURCE: The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth. DESCRIPTION: Micro and small businesses are the backbone of the UK’s economy, making up around 99.2% of all businesses. Over the past year we’ve asked these businesses about the challenges they face. We’re particularly interested in how technology can help them grow and solve problems, and if there are barriers in their way.

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ESG Today

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Airlines in the EU will be required to begin paying for excess carbon emissions, under a new agreement reached by the European Council and Parliament, aimed at aligning the EU’s aviation section with its climate goals. The agreement, revising the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) rules on aviation, forms part of the European Commission’s “Fit for 55” roadmap , the EU initiative to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 55% by 2030, compared to 1990 levels.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 9, 2022

SOURCE: CyberGrants. DESCRIPTION: On #GivingTuesday, individuals, communities, nonprofits, and corporations come together to support generosity and enable social good. Whether participants are donating to causes they’re passionate about, volunteering with local organizations, or taking personal action by picking up neighborhood litter, donating clothing, or giving blood, GivingTuesday is rooted in the simple idea that every act of generosity counts and everyone has something to offer.

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Utiliity Dive

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Sen. Joe Manchin wants permitting reform — including completion of the Mountain Valley Pipeline — included as an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act. “We're trying everything humanly possible,” he said.

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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

3BL Media

DECEMBER 9, 2022

SOURCE: Herbalife Nutrition. DESCRIPTION: LOS ANGELES, December 7, 2022 /3BL Media/ - With more than 828 million people around the world facing hunger daily, premier global nutrition company, Herbalife Nutrition and the Herbalife Nutrition Foundation through their Nutrition for Zero Hunger initiative, have partnered with the Global FoodBanking Network , to remind everyone you can take steps this holiday season to help reduce hunger and food waste.

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Environment + Energy Leader

DECEMBER 9, 2022

State Farm recently announced a 50 megawatt agreement with Constellation to purchase zero-emission, renewable energy equivalent to the annual electricity use of its corporate headquarters. The post State Farm Signs 50 Megawatt Renewable Energy Agreement with Constellation appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 9, 2022

By Ivy Yu. SOURCE: Alibaba Group. DESCRIPTION: Alibaba Group’s computing arm Alibaba Cloud boosted its use of clean energy and leveraged cloud-native technology to make this year’s 11.11 Global Shopping Festival its most eco-friendly to date. Alibaba Cloud used over 32 million kilowatt-hours of electricity to support this 11.11 from clean energy, a 30% jump on an average daily basis from last year.

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Cisco CSR

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Trust is difficult. It can take a long time to build and just moments to damage. On an interpersonal level, it often involves a little bit of give-and-take. But on a personal level, trust is being able to believe in someone without hesitation. So, what is trust? For me, it means I know someone is telling the truth and their word is reliable. Cisco and the people who work here have done a lot to ensure you know we have your interests at heart.

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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.

3BL Media

DECEMBER 9, 2022

SOURCE: The Home Depot. DESCRIPTION: In the wake of last year’s storms in the Central U.S. , Team Depot, The Home Depot’s volunteer force, began donating and distributing water, trash bags, disaster relief buckets, and other essential items to affected areas. In the months following, The Home Depot Foundation continued to work closely with its national nonprofit partners to help those impacted begin the rebuilding process.

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Cisco CSR

DECEMBER 9, 2022

As you engage with your customers about their cybersecurity practices and investments, achieving security resilience is the goal for organizations of all sizes. Two years ago, we started the conversation focused on what works in cybersecurity with the launch of our first Security Outcomes report. And last year, we explored that question further by focusing on the outcomes that are most relevant for small and midsize businesses in our 2021 Security Outcomes Study.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 9, 2022

By Laura Steele. SOURCE: Submittable. DESCRIPTION: A strong corporate purpose is a clear differentiator that separates one company from another—both for consumers and employees. But a clear corporate purpose doesn’t mean much on paper. You need the people in your organization to show up. That’s how you put your values into action. The trouble is: people aren’t showing up for corporate social responsibility programs.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

DECEMBER 9, 2022

The biochemical process by which cyanobacteria acquire nutrients from rocks in Chile's Atacama Desert has inspired engineers at the University of California, Irvine to think of new ways microbes might help humans build colonies on the moon and Mars.

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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.

3BL Media

DECEMBER 9, 2022

The 130-acre Palmdale facility helps the global security and aerospace company meet growing energy needs. SOURCE: Edison International. DESCRIPTION: Now up and running in Palmdale: a 20-megawatt, ground-mounted solar farm that is the largest Net Energy Metering project in Southern California Edison’s 50,000-square-mile service area. The 130-acre farm is helping to power Lockheed Martin’s famed Skunk Works , the birthplace of several cutting-edge military aircraft, including the U-2, SR-71 Blackb

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Environment + Energy Leader

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Besides deploying energy efficiency techniques and renewable energy, Yeti is working with its suppliers to develop more environmentally friendly materials. The post Yeti Aims to Reduce its Carbon Footprint and Develop Eco-Friendly Products appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 9, 2022

SOURCE: Southwire. DESCRIPTION: Success in today’s business environment requires companies to act ethically, transparently and securely when preparing for and addressing risks related to cybersecurity, geopolitical disputes and supply chain issues. Utilizing responsible business practices guided by ethics, mutual respect, integrity and honesty allows Southwire to protect stakeholders while establishing trust.

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Environment + Energy Leader

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Indonesia is no stranger to the challenges of a changing climate. To meet its climate targets, Indonesian businesses must act in partnership with Government and invest in circular business models that encourage regenerative efforts and improve environmental protections. The post APP Looks at COP27 Discussions on Achieving Net Zero and More appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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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.