Four lessons from a journey to be forest positive
GreenBiz
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Sponsored: We all depend on healthy forests — and so does our economy. Here are key lessons from a company aiming to counteract deforestation for their products.
GreenBiz
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Sponsored: We all depend on healthy forests — and so does our economy. Here are key lessons from a company aiming to counteract deforestation for their products.
Corporate Knights
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
For more than a decade, responsible investing in Canada experienced steady upward growth. A new report says that trend has reversed itself in the last two years, as the industry struggles to respond to allegations of greenwashing and a tougher regulatory environment. . The value of portfolios classified as responsible investments (RI) dropped from $3.2 trillion on December 31, 2019, to $3 trillion at the end of 2021, according to the 2022 Canadian Responsible Investment Trends Report published
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GreenBiz
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Passive design elements and electrification of building systems combined with grid interaction to transform a California electricity provider’s headquarters.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: Franklin Templeton. DESCRIPTION: The week of November 14 marked Franklin Templeton’s 75th Anniversary and, as a key part of the celebration, the company organized an Impact Week to focus on community service. During the special week, several global “75”- themed charitable initiatives were introduced for employees to engage with colleagues and in their communities.
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
Renew Economy
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Australia-based Gelion, whose non-flow zinc-bromide energy storage technology was spun out of the University of Sydney, has a new CEO. The post Gelion names new CEO to take “breakthrough” Aussie battery technology global appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Land Betterment looks to expand Entrepreneur Zone into additional states. SOURCE: Land Betterment Corporation. DESCRIPTION: FISHERS, Ind., November 28, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Land Betterment Corporation (“Land Betterment” or the “Company”), an environmental solutions company fostering positive impact through upcycling former coal mining and industrial sites to create sustainable community development and job creation is pleased to share updates on its Entrepreneur Zone (“E-Zone”).
ESG Impact Zone brings together the best content for ESG professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: Cummins Inc. DESCRIPTION: Describing her first 90 days as a whirlwind, Cummins Inc.’s new CEO says she believes more than ever this is a moment of truth for the planet and society and an opportunity for the company to shine. “We have the opportunity and responsibility to leverage our expertise to develop sustainable solutions that enable our customers' success, positively impact our communities and protect our planet for future generations,” said Jennifer Rumsey, President and CEO of the
Renew Economy
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
WA state-owned water utility kicks off shift to renewables with deal to buy and build a 150MW wind farm to help power its operations, including desalination. The post State owned water utility to build new wind farm to provide power for desalination appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: Nasdaq, Inc. DESCRIPTION: With continued calls from numerous stakeholders and the evolving regulatory environment, companies have a sizeable opportunity to create and implement effective climate transition plans. From our position at the intersection of markets, technology and finance—and a company navigating our own climate journey—Nasdaq is uniquely placed to play a critical role in facilitating this transition.
GreenBiz
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
The impact of COP27’s landmark new financing for climate justice is still to be seen.
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
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Through free technology training and education partnerships, the company plans to skill 30 million people by 2030. SOURCE: IBM. DESCRIPTION: Talent shortages in the U.S. have reached a 10-year high, and that shortage is even starker in the tech industry, with more than 1.2 million U.S. job vacancies in software-related professions. But business leaders are quickly learning that finding capable workers to fill this growing number of roles will require a more inclusive strategy for hiring and resk
GreenBiz
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Hawaii will receive pay-outs of up to $2 million for reef restoration if tropical storms hit, building on the world’s first reef insurance policy covering hurricane damage in Mexico.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: Lenovo. DESCRIPTION: If you think we want our boxes upcycled into cat houses. you're absolutely right. Tweet me: @Lenovo boxes can be #upcycled into cat houses! Watch how here: [link] #Sustainability. KEYWORDS: ADR:LNVGY, Lenovo, cat, upcycle, sustainability.
Cisco CSR
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
The ancient Chinese proverb below can be applied to solutions that network engineers must evaluate daily. When it comes to securing multiple data centers — we can read about it, see slide after slide, and understand it conceptually. We can even run it in a lab environment. But until we can test it live in a real-world facility (over the intended transport where we can understand its behavior and fine-tune for optimal performance and security) deployment will always be a guessing game. “Tel
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.
ESG Today
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
The EU Council on Monday announced its final approval of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), marking the last major step in the overhaul and expansion of corporate sustainability reporting in the EU. With today’s approval and the recent passage of the rules by the European Parliament , the legislative act has now been adopted. The rules will begin applying from the beginning of 2024 for large public-interest companies with over 500 employees, followed by companies with more
Cisco CSR
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
My two sons have very different tastes in many things like activities, clothes, brands, food, and, more than anything, condiments! At home, we have these endless battles on whether ketchup is better than mustard or mustard than ketchup. The message to my kids is that there’s no such thing as a universal better option. There are many reasons why one would choose one over the other: food sensitivities, ingredients, nutritional value, and taste to name a few.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Space is no longer the sole domain of governments and aerospace and defense companies. Businesses that pursue emerging opportunities now may gain a first-mover advantage.
Cisco CSR
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Why do APIs matter? If you are part of an enterprise network, you have realized by now the value proposition APIs can bring to your business. But even if you are still unsure about it, or want to explore more, then make sure you visit meraki.io and see how our partners are building robust solutions for their business leveraging the power of Meraki APIs.
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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.
Utiliity Dive
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
We can create a renewable electricity system that is much more resilient to weather extremes and more reliable than what we have today.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: Tetra Pak. DESCRIPTION: DENTON, Texas, Nov. 29, 2022 /3BL Media/ – For companies and brands looking to improve the likelihood their package gets recycled this America Recycles Day, new research reinforces the critical importance of recycling information included on packaging. According to research commissioned by the Carton Council of North America , the vast majority of consumers (75%) said they would assume a package is NOT recyclable if it does not contain a recycling logo or recyclin
McKinsey Sustainabilty
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
New research reveals where value in the cloud lies—and details scenarios that highlight that cloud adoption alone isn’t enough.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: Southwire. DESCRIPTION: APPROACH Southwire responsibly manages water resources through water quality and quantity policies and regulatory compliance. We prioritize operational water use in manufacturing and mill locations with high water use processes, including contact and non-contact cooling. Our approach allows Southwire to avoid environmental, financial and reputational consequences.
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
McKinsey Sustainabilty
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Two leaders within the world’s third-largest start-up ecosystem discuss how the tiny Middle Eastern country grows and supports a culture of innovation.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Delivering transformational benefits in road safety, enhancing environmental sustainability, creating new jobs, and advancing transportation equity. SOURCE: Qualcomm. DESCRIPTION: We certainly love our cars — we celebrate driving in books, movies, and music. But our transportation system faces challenges in the immediate and long-term future — potholes in the road ahead.
Stacey Higginbotham
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Last year, I recommended the then-new Nanoleaf Lines, and I’m building on that recommendation in 2022. While I love the Lines as they are, Nanoleaf now has a way to make patterns over the standard 60- and 120-degree Lines connectors. For $99.99, you can get started using the Nanoleaf Lines Squared product , which uses 90-degree connectors. My wife prefers the angular look of the original Lines, but I’m a straight and right angle kind of guy.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: GoDaddy. DESCRIPTION: Baltimore resident and avid runner Susan Clayton founded WhitePaws RunMitts , an outdoor gear and apparel company best known for its patented, convertible, thumbless mittens with inside pockets for hand warmers. Susan initially conceived the idea for her glove design while serving as a coach with Back on My Feet , which organizes early morning runs with people experiencing homelessness across the city of Baltimore.
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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
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Former Netherlands chief of defense Tom Middendorp, the “climate general,” discusses efforts to decarbonize defense forces and the security risks that could be heightened by climate change.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: International Olympic Committee. DESCRIPTION: Speaking at the opening of the 8th International Working Group (IWG) World Conference on Women and Sport, IOC Executive Board member and Deputy Chair of the IOC’s Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commission, HRH Prince Feisal Al Hussein, has called on sports organisations to do more to fight harassment and abuse in sport.
ESG Today
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
Singapore Exchange (SGX) announced today a new initiative, aimed at enabling investors to identify green, social and sustainability fixed income securities. Under the new program, issuers of the sustainable bonds will be able to use an “SGX Sustainable Fixed Income mark” for securities that meet requirements including alignment with standards and disclosure.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: Sustainable Apparel Coalition. DESCRIPTION: SAN FRANCISCO, AMSTERDAM, and HONG KONG, November 28, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The recently concluded annual UN Climate Change Conference (COP27) brought delegates from all over the world to discuss the progress the world has made in the fight against climate change and the impact business is having on people and planet.
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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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