GreenBiz
AUGUST 16, 2022
If you want to have a big impact on the world, the key is scaling your startup. And this is where you must create synergies with traditional investors on the profitability of purpose.
Renew Economy
AUGUST 16, 2022
Pressure mounts on Labor to rule out the use of native forest biomass for renewable energy generation, just as it gains popularity as a replacement for coal. The post “More emissions than coal:” Pressure mounts to rule out forest biomass appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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GreenBiz
AUGUST 16, 2022
Advances in material sciences are improving the recovery of lithium.
Renew Economy
AUGUST 16, 2022
Much of Santos' huge profit increase comes from war profiteering and exporting gas destined for the domestic market. Something must be done. The post Santos windfall: Australia is swimming in subsidised gas and we’re giving it away appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
GreenBiz
AUGUST 16, 2022
A major new academic study sets out a new climate progress assessment framework for corporates — and they are falling short.
Renew Economy
AUGUST 16, 2022
All the talk of offshore wind and green hydrogen in Australia is hugely promising, but they won't get us to 80% renewable energy by 2030. So what will? The post Who is going to make sure Australia can get to 80 pct renewables by 2030? appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Renew Economy
AUGUST 16, 2022
Climate Energy Finance offers scathing review of how everyday Australians lose out due to the favourable financial treatment of coal and gas companies. The post How a great big tax on fossil fuel profits could fix Australia’s energy crisis appeared first on RenewEconomy.
GreenBiz
AUGUST 16, 2022
The acronyms EVs and ZEVs are often used interchangeably, which might be confusing to the general public and could fuel hesitancy to go electric.
Corporate Knights
AUGUST 16, 2022
B.C. municipalities ban fossil fuels in new buildings. Victoria, B.C., is set to become one of the first Canadian municipalities to ban the use of fossil fuels for water and space heating in new developments. Last week, the city announced that it will require all new buildings be “zero carbon” by July 2025, five years ahead of provincial standards. “Buildings account for nearly half of all greenhouse gas pollution generated in the city,” Mayor Lisa Helps said in a press release.
Renew Economy
AUGUST 16, 2022
Bid led by Atlassian co-founder and his wife gets nod from renewables and storage developer Genex Power after lifting its indicative offer. The post Atlassian’s Farquhar gets nod from storage developer Genex with improved offer appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene
3BL Media
AUGUST 16, 2022
SOURCE: Booster Fuels. DESCRIPTION: With rising fuel prices, workforce shortages and the growing pressure to prioritize sustainability, these can be complicated times for fleet owners. And while sustainability is a priority for many, investing in it often leaves them faced with choosing between progress toward environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals, or business productivity.
Renew Economy
AUGUST 16, 2022
BlackRock's new battery storage company Akaysha is to test limits of battery storage market, and has an eye on other island grid markets in Asia. The post BlackRock to push battery limits and new markets with eight hour storage and inertia appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
AUGUST 16, 2022
SOURCE: Ceres. DESCRIPTION: The sustainability nonprofit Ceres submitted comments today in support of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) proposed rules which aim to strengthen protections and address increasing confusion and greenwashing concerns around the rapid growth of ESG-oriented funds. In recent years, investor demand for climate and ESG investing has increased tremendously.
Renew Economy
AUGUST 16, 2022
Two organic dairy farmers have slashed their energy costs by tens of thousands of dollars using renewable energy and equipment upgrades. The post “At least they’ll have free power:” Renewables change future for organic dairy farm appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions
Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.
3BL Media
AUGUST 16, 2022
By Samantha Calvey. SOURCE: Acre. DESCRIPTION: One of the world’s first blockchain-powered digital sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) solutions for business travel has been launched following a collaboration between three major corporations. Shell, Accenture and American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) have unveiled Avelia, the largest SAF book-and-claim pilot at launch, which will offer approximately one million gallons of SAF.
Renew Economy
AUGUST 16, 2022
Singapore's Vena Energy is the latest to reveal interest in Australia's first offshore wind zone, and there may be even bigger players to come. The post Singapore’s Vena Energy joins rush to Australia offshore wind with Gippsland project appeared first on RenewEconomy.
GreenBiz
AUGUST 16, 2022
The past year has seen a nearly 10-fold increase in commitments for electric school buses, and new laws can spur even more adoption.
Cisco CSR
AUGUST 16, 2022
Transformation is hard. It requires changes to the status quo with a vision for a better outcome. In rural regions of the United States, there are at least three critical factors to get right to change the status quo in the economics for rural broadband and for content delivery. The first factor is the funding to make the business case work. The good news is that the U.S.
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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.
ESG Today
AUGUST 16, 2022
President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act on Wednesday, codifying into law a major package of climate, health care and tax legislation. The new law includes the U.S.’ largest ever set of climate-focused investments, allocating nearly $370 billion to areas including renewable energy and industrial decarbonization solutions. The passage of the Act marks one of the Biden administration’s major accomplishments to date, and a significant step forward on the President’s climate ambitions.
Cisco CSR
AUGUST 16, 2022
Children have been singing “The wheels on the bus go round and round” since 1939. What’s new today is the tech that keeps those wheels rolling safely and on schedule. Transit fleet operators work towards achieving on-time performance and vehicle reliability in order to attain safety, cost, and ridership goals. That requires deploying new technologies to improve operational efficiency and predictability.
Impakter
AUGUST 16, 2022
Impakter. Is One Health at a Turning Point? The concept of One Health – the intersection of animal, human, and the environment – has been around for some time. Recently, it has taken on heightened interest because in addition to the worldwide COVID pandemic which has dominated lives everywhere, there is now a global outbreak of Monkeypox which, on July 23 this year, […].
Alternative Energy Mag
AUGUST 16, 2022
Many Sol-Ark installers have been closely following the progress of this new 15K inverter, and making the CEC list was one of the final steps they’ve all been looking for before greatly increasing their number of installs. The 15K has a 200A 5ms transfer switch built in, so this will be a very useful and fitting option for most homes.
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
TEDxInnovations
AUGUST 16, 2022
Plastics are everywhere -- they're in our favorite electronic devices, they package our food and insulate our homes. Today, the total mass of plastic is twice the total mass of all living organisms on the planet, and it's starting to change the processes that allow the Earth's climate system to work. Plastic pollution researcher Patricia Villarrubia-Gómez breaks down the consequences of producing all of this plastic at every stage, from fossil fuel extraction to the disposal of single-use plasti
3BL Media
AUGUST 16, 2022
SOURCE: CNH Industrial. DESCRIPTION: New Holland Construction , a brand of CNH Industrial , has been actively involved in Argentina’s Comprehensive Winter Maintenance Plan this year. The National Roads Authority sanctions this operation every winter, intending to guarantee the safe passage of all vehicles travelling on national routes to and from the province of Mendoza in the West and Argentina’s Patagonian provinces in the South.
Alternative Energy Mag
AUGUST 16, 2022
Leading renewable energy consultancy and service provider, Natural Power, has appointed William Black as Global Director of Planning.
3BL Media
AUGUST 16, 2022
Biomimicry Institute announces new cohort of bioinspired startups participating in the Ray of Hope Prize® program. SOURCE: Ray C. Anderson Foundation. SUMMARY: From inventing higher-performing and more sustainable renewable energy systems, to reducing food waste, to solving the plastic waste problem, the 2022 Ray of Hope Prize® finalists offer inspiring solutions through their use of biomimicry (also referred to as nature-inspired or bioinspired design).
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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
McKinsey Sustainabilty
AUGUST 16, 2022
Mehnaz Mustafa spearheaded the creation of an innovative public-health data and analytics hub to inform New Jersey’s COVID-19 response, advance health equity, and tackle public-health challenges.
3BL Media
AUGUST 16, 2022
Sustainability That Reflects Our Values. SOURCE: T. Rowe Price. DESCRIPTION: LOS ANGELES, August 16, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Gaby Infante, Director of Corporate ESG for T. Rowe Price , is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of ERI , the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.
Stacey Higginbotham
AUGUST 16, 2022
This post originally ran on Friday, August 12 in my weekly newsletter. . After reading the Tesla stories this week that prompted Kevin’s story above , I tried to talk to my child about our upcoming trip to visit some colleges. In preparation for their junior year, my husband and I read “The Price You Pay for College”, a book that details the astonishing use of data collection by colleges as they seek information to help determine how much a family is willing to pay for colleg
3BL Media
AUGUST 16, 2022
By building on its efforts to further inclusion in content creation, programming and workplace culture, the company is making a long-term commitment to fighting systemic inequality. SOURCE: Paramount. DESCRIPTION: By BreAnna Bell. In the wake of nationwide anti-racism and social justice protests erupting throughout the summer of 2020, many looked to the media and entertainment industries for signs of bold transformation.
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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.
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