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We can’t fight climate change without Black voters

GreenBiz

Given that Black people are more likely to be "Alarmed" or "Concerned" about global warming than those who identified as white, we can’t fight climate change without Black voters.

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Global clean energy investing tops US$1 trillion for first time ever

Corporate Knights

For many, the clean energy transition has seemed a bit like a desert mirage. If you squint you can see it, but it never seems to get any closer. But suddenly, the future has arrived. A recent report from climate statisticians at BloombergNEF (BNEF) says global investment in the low-carbon energy transition totalled a record $1.11 trillion (all figures in U.S. dollars) in 2022 – up 31% in a year.

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AgroScout uses AI to remotely protect global crops

GreenBiz

AI and data-led precision agriculture innovator, AgroScout, provides real-time insights into crop management to drive food production supply and secure the future of food.

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NSW Labor may buy Australia’s biggest coal generator to keep it open

Renew Economy

NSW Labor threatens to take state's energy industry back to the dark ages by suggesting it may buy the country's biggest coal generator in order to keep it open. The post NSW Labor may buy Australia’s biggest coal generator to keep it open appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

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

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Need sustainability advice? This company has used external experts for 30 years

GreenBiz

External advisory groups for sustainable business practices are still relatively rare. Dow's Sustainability External Advisory Council, or SEAC, was a first in the petrochemical industry.

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Queensland buys $5bn Copperstring project to unlock 6GW of “bulk renewables”

Renew Economy

Queensland Labor says it will build the $5bn transmission link that promises to unlock gigawatts of new renewables and $500 billion of critical minerals. The post Queensland buys $5bn Copperstring project to unlock 6GW of “bulk renewables” appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Wind and solar output hits new records as heat waves sweep across country

Renew Economy

The spate of heatwaves across Australia has coincided with some wind and solar output records. So how much storage will we really need? The post Wind and solar output hits new records as heat waves sweep across country appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Stepping up: Becoming a high-potential CEO candidate

McKinsey Sustainabilty

The road to becoming CEO is a difficult ascent for even the most seasoned leaders. Here are four keys to making the journey a success.

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Spanish wind giant commits to 4GW of new renewables a year, including in Asia Pacific

Renew Economy

Spain-based wind energy giant wants to invest billions in the development of gigawatts of new utility-scale solar and wind – including in Australia. The post Spanish wind giant commits to 4GW of new renewables a year, including in Asia Pacific appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Toilet paper is an unexpected source of PFAS in wastewater, study says

Envirotec Magazine

Researchers have reported an unexpected source of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in wastewater systems — toilet paper. The study in question appeared in a recent edition of ACS’ Environmental Science & Technology Letter s PFAS have been detected in many personal care products, such as cosmetics and cleansers, that people use every day and then wash down the drain.

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

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

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What is design thinking?

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Design thinking is a systemic, intuitive, customer-focused problem-solving approach that organizations can use to respond to rapidly changing environments and to create maximum impact.

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Over Half of Companies Potentially Greenwashing Says Australia Competition Regulator

ESG Today

Australia’s competition regulator the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) said that it will be investigating companies for potential greenwashing, after it conducted a study that found concerning environmental or sustainability-related claims from over half of businesses reviewed. The study involved an internet sweep by ACCC of 247 companies across a broad range of sectors including energy, vehicles, household products and appliances, food and drink packaging, cosmetics, clothi

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Why is the browser a second-class citizen in smart homes?

Stacey Higginbotham

As we’ve added more connected devices to our homes and more connectivity to cars, we’ve become locked into the app economy. What the heck ever happened to the good ol’ web? I recently asked myself that question as I was testing a de-Googled smartphone ; it runs the open source version of Android, or AOSP. I was also considering moving to a pure Linux handset.

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RBC Ties Incentive Comp for CEO, Top Execs to Climate Strategy

ESG Today

Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) announced today that it plans to incorporate climate considerations into the medium- and long-term incentive plans for its top executives, including the bank’s CEO and Group Executives, beginning this year. The plans for the modified incentive programs was unveiled in RBC’s 2022 Climate Report, issued today, which outlines the bank’s progress in managing climate-related risks and opportunities in line with its climate strategy, RBC Climate Blueprint.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

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.

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'Our role in the transition goes beyond labelled bonds'

Environmental Finance

Luxembourg Stock Exchange has a role to play in providing transparency on net zero plans, its CEO Julie Becker tells Peter Cripps

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Is Karl Marx Still Relevant in These Days of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Seeking to Repeal “Racial” Capitalism? – Tuesday, March 28

Caux Round Table

For nearly 170 years, the thought of Karl Marx has justified fierce opposition to capitalism. But, in retrospect, was his critique at all in alignment with reality? Should it matter to us anymore? The March issue of Pegasus, coming your way, suggests a new take on Karl Marx and Adam Smith. Consider them as storytellers, not as scientists. What are their storylines?

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Procurement 2023: Ten CPO actions to defy the toughest challenges

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Supply chains face another year of volatility and inflationary pressure. Chief procurement officers (CPOs) can deploy ten resilience actions to craft a winning enterprise-wide response.

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Wastewater sector emits nearly twice as much methane as previously thought

Envirotec Magazine

Municipal wastewater treatment plants emit nearly double the amount of methane into the atmosphere than scientists previously believed, according to new research from Princeton University. “The waste sector is one of the largest anthropogenic sources of methane in the world,” said Mark Zondlo, professor of civil and environmental engineering and associated faculty at the Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment.

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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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Growth rules: Which matter most?

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Ten rules should guide how companies select pathways to profitable growth, but each rule’s impact on performance varies considerably.

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Dana Commits to Net Zero by 2040

ESG Today

Automotive supplier Dana Incorporated announced today a new sustainability commitment to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. The company also announced that it accelerating its interim climate goals, and now plans to achieve a 75% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, compared to its prior target of 50%. The company also has a goal to reduce Scope 3 value chain emissions by more than 25% by 2030.

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How oil and gas companies can secure supply-chain resilience

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Operators can implement controls and shift their mindsets to shield against inflationary pressures and uncertainties around labor and material supply.

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Currently ‘not enough workers’ in the labor force to meet offshore wind’s 2030 goals: NREL

Utiliity Dive

The national goal of deploying 30 GW of offshore wind by 2030 will require both an increase in trainees and cross-training of workers from similar industries, said a National Renewable Energy Laboratory researcher.

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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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The circular cement value chain: Sustainable and profitable

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Concrete and cement circularity could allow industry to rein in costs and reduce emissions, adding untapped value to the built environment.

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The jump to widespread EV adoption doesn’t need to be a long way up

Utiliity Dive

The customer experience should be simple; designed to effortlessly guide and support the consumer as they advance in their EV and EV charging journey.

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Sweden remains Europe’s largest net power exporter

Envirotec Magazine

EU Interconnector map for H2 2022 (image credit: EnAppSys). Sweden retained its position as the biggest net exporter of power in Europe during the second half of last year. That was the standout highlight of a new report on the European electricity market by energy data analyst EnAppSys. The report describes the value of imports and exports in Europe during the last six months of 2022.

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DOE finds ‘pressing’ transmission needs, with interregional links offering the biggest benefits

Utiliity Dive

“Large amounts of low-cost generation potential exist in the middle of the country and accessing this generation through increased transmission is cost effective for neighboring regions,” DOE said in a draft report discussed Friday.

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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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Top Tips for Kicking Off a Sustainability Journey

Environment + Energy Leader

As organizations look internally, they should understand the initiatives of department sourcing. What are the goals? Has the team been educated in sustainability? Does the team have incentives beyond sustainability? The post Top Tips for Kicking Off a Sustainability Journey appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Brazilian group presents novel method of analyzing microplastic pollution

Envirotec Magazine

River landscape in Pantanal, Brazil. The last decade has seen some progress with studying plastic pollution, but there are still significant challenges, such as a lack of comparability of reported results, especially when it comes to microplastic particles. An article by three Brazilian researchers published in Environmental Science and Pollution Research aims to contribute to progress in this field by proposing a novel perspective on particle morphology.

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ABP Commits to Net Zero by 2040, A Decade Ahead of the UK’s Legal Commitment

Environment + Energy Leader

The UK’s leading ports group, Associated British Ports (ABP) launched a new sustainability strategy, which invests £2 billion in decarbonization and other major energy infrastructure projects. The post ABP Commits to Net Zero by 2040, A Decade Ahead of the UK’s Legal Commitment appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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RWE AG - RWE acquires JBM Solar and becomes a top 3 solar developer in the United Kingdom

Global Renewable News

Highlights RWE acquires JBM Solar, one.

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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.