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Is advanced recycling the answer to plastic waste?

GreenBiz

Waste into materials not just once but continuously: It’s the brass ring of the circular economy. Can it work?

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There is no shortage of gas, or fossil fuel cartels, in Australia

Renew Economy

Sudden price falls in gas and electricity markets have caught out Australia's fossil fuel cartels - like a trillion dollar toddler - with their hands in the cookie jar. The post There is no shortage of gas, or fossil fuel cartels, in Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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California lawmakers want to decarbonize shipping, but is the technology ready?

GreenBiz

Experts say getting to net-zero will require more research and government support.

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The world needs more James Lovelocks

Corporate Knights

I remember well meeting James Lovelock for the first time, nearly 14 years ago in Toronto. I had invited Jim (as we called him) and his wife, Sandy, to Canada to speak about his latest book, The Vanishing Face of Gaia. By the way, Jim wanted to title the book Enjoy It While You Can , which his editor nixed as being too negative. . On that first meeting, we had dinner in downtown Toronto: me, my wife, Toby Heaps , Karen Kun (then with Corporate Knights), and Jim and Sandy.

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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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What businesses should know about Colorado’s new ‘forever chemicals’ ban

GreenBiz

Colorado will restrict the sale of PFAS in many consumer products starting in 2024, and at least 11 states are moving to impose restrictions.

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T-Mobile Responds to Devastating Flooding Across Eastern Kentucky

3BL Media

SOURCE: T-Mobile. DESCRIPTION: People and communities across eastern Kentucky are facing difficult challenges due to ongoing destructive flooding. T-Mobile teams deployed to the area and are working closely with the American Red Cross to offer evacuees and personnel assistance with relief supplies, charging stations and other support. T-Mobile teams and equipment — including community support vehicles equipped with activated devices, chargers, charging cables, free Wi-Fi and charging stations —

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South Australia’s biggest renewables hub lands a second power offtake deal

Renew Economy

The stage one wind farm of Neoen's massive Goyder Renewables Zone has notched up its second power purchase deal, this time with Flow Power. The post South Australia’s biggest renewables hub lands a second power offtake deal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Transport: High Voltage Transmission

GreenBiz

GreenBiz's transport analyst lights the road to electrifying transportation.

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“Breakthrough:” Bluescope, Vestas back $42.5m raising for Australian hydrogen start-up

Renew Economy

Hysata, an Australian start-up claiming the world's most efficient and lowest cost green hydrogen electrolyser, raises $42.5 million for its first pilot plant. The post “Breakthrough:” Bluescope, Vestas back $42.5m raising for Australian hydrogen start-up appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Buildings: High Voltage Transmission

GreenBiz

GreenBiz's buildings analyst explains why buildings are the lynchpin of our climate future.

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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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NT trials territory’s first hydrogen energy storage system

Renew Economy

The Northern Territory is rolling out its first hydrogen energy storage system, with 8kWh of storage, in partnership with the Charles Darwin University. The post NT trials territory’s first hydrogen energy storage system appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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T. Rowe Price Named to Forbes’ “Best Employers for Women 2022” List

3BL Media

SOURCE: T. Rowe Price. DESCRIPTION: BALTIMORE, August 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ - T. Rowe Price (NASDAQ-GS: TROW) proudly announced that it was named to Forbes’ Best Employers for Women 2022. It joins the ranks of 400 other companies across 24 industries. This is the first time the organization has received this designation. Raymone Jackson, T. Rowe Price’s global head of diversity, equity, and inclusion , said, “We are proud to be named to Forbes’ Best Employers for Women 2022 list.

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“World first” network innovation promises more wind and solar, less curtailment

Renew Economy

Victorian network company Powercor finds way to squeeze more wind and solar onto its grid without expensive new infrastructure or hefty curtailment. The post “World first” network innovation promises more wind and solar, less curtailment appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Subaru Supports Students in High-Need Schools With Launch of Subaru Loves Learning Month

3BL Media

Through the AdoptAClassroom.org Partnership, Automaker and Retailers Have Helped More Than 300,000 Students Nationwide. SOURCE: Subaru of America. DESCRIPTION: CAMDEN, N.J., August 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Subaru of America, Inc. today announced that in support of its belief that all students deserve an equal and fair opportunity for a quality education, the automaker will dedicate August to helping reduce the inequity that exists in classrooms when students lack the necessary learning resources.

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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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Mechanical failure causes blade to fall off wind turbine in Boston

Renew Economy

A blade has fallen off a wind turbine at an Industrial Park in Massachusetts, US – the latest in a spate of incidents at wind farms. The post Mechanical failure causes blade to fall off wind turbine in Boston appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Kimberly-Clark Recognized as One of the 2022 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere

3BL Media

SOURCE: Kimberly-Clark Corporation. DESCRIPTION: Kimberly-Clark announced that it was once again named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for the fourth consecutive year. This recognition honors the company’s exceptional leadership and commitment to business integrity through best-in-class ethics, compliance and governance practices.

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“Exciting and pivotal moment:” NSW prepares for big switch from coal to renewables

Renew Economy

AEMO briefs investors on the first of many auctions designed to bring in wind, solar and storage to replace ageing coal plants in the country's biggest grid. The post “Exciting and pivotal moment:” NSW prepares for big switch from coal to renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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KeyBank Foundation Supports Pittsburgh Promise with $500,000 Grant

3BL Media

SOURCE: KeyBank. DESCRIPTION: PITTSBURGH – The KeyBank Foundation announced it has invested $500,000 in The Pittsburgh Promise to support the organization’s vision of equipping urban youth with the tools they need to reach post-secondary success, as well as driving economic growth in the region. Key’s latest investment brings their support total to $1.5 million, contributing to additional scholarships for KeyBank Scholars of The Pittsburgh Promise.

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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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What will a storage target cost electricity consumers?

Renew Economy

Driving gas and coal out of the system will reduce prices. Driving them out more quickly - with the help of a storage target - will deliver additional public benefits. The post What will a storage target cost electricity consumers? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Tractor Supply Company Foundation Makes $300,000 Commitment To Support Conservation Efforts

3BL Media

Rural lifestyle retailer will invest $150,000 each in Ducks Unlimited and Trout Unlimited over the next three years to enhance conservation projects. SOURCE: Tractor Supply. DESCRIPTION: BRENTWOOD, Tenn., July 28, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Tractor Supply Company(NASDAQ: TSCO ), the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, announced last week, on World Nature Conservation Day, a conservation agreement with Ducks Unlimited (DU) and Trout Unlimited (TU).

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Organizer's Welcome: Where's My Jetpack?

GreenBiz

We have the technology today that sci-fi novels dreamed of. Now all we have to do is put it to work for a better, brighter future. Chair of VERGE Electrify kicks off the program filled with content focused on identifying the biggest challenges and solutions in deep decarbonization through electrification.

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Cummins Invests in Energy Storage Company as Part of Decarbonization Efforts

3BL Media

SOURCE: Cummins Inc. DESCRIPTION: Cummins Inc., a global power technology leader, is investing $24 million into VoltStorage, a leading technology company producing energy storage systems based on environmentally friendly redox flow technology. “Cummins is committed to developing a range of solutions that will enable our customers’ success as we advance our Destination Zero strategy and decarbonize our diverse markets,” said Jennifer Rumsey, Cummins’ President and Chief Operating Officer.

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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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NRC to certify NuScale small modular reactor design for use in the US

Utiliity Dive

The first small modular nuclear reactor design to be approved in the U.S. is expected to go online at an Energy Department laboratory in Idaho in 2029.

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United Rentals Releases 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report

3BL Media

SOURCE: United Rentals, Inc. DESCRIPTION: STAMFORD, Conn., July 29, 2022 /3BL Media/ - United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI), the world’s largest equipment rental company, today announced the release of its tenth Corporate Responsibility Report documenting progress in 2021. Using the theme “Work United™: Building a Sustainable Future Together,” the report covers major aspects of the company’s corporate responsibility framework in three areas: Environmental Stewardship, Social Impact and Governance an

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GM Issues its First Green Bond to Power Clean Transportation Investments

ESG Today

Automotive giant General Motors (GM) announced the launch of its first green bond offering, pricing $2.25 billion of senior unsecured notes to finance its clean transportation strategy. GM has committed to significantly ramp investments in electrified mobility, announcing plans last year to invest $35 billion in its EV and AV strategy between 2020 and 2025.

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Record Number of Negotiated Agreements Between Investors and Companies in 2022 Proxy Season

3BL Media

Agreements bring scores of stronger climate commitments. SOURCE: Ceres. DESCRIPTION: August 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The 2022 proxy season wrapped up with a record-smashing number of agreements reached on climate-related shareholder resolutions, as companies came to the table with shareholders and accepted terms in exchange for resolution withdrawals. The 110 climate-related commitments in exchange for withdrawals, tracked by Ceres, include agreements by electric utilities to set targets for reduci

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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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The Upside of Nonprofit Burnout

Stanford Social Innovation

By John Hagan. I kept count. In 11 years, as CEO of a mid-sized sustainability nonprofit, I planned and attended 55 consecutive board meetings. I planned or attended another 243 myriad committee meetings (Finance and Administration, Development, Programs, Executive Committee, Governance Committee, and Councilor’s meetings). Is there such a thing as being too well governed?

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CGF Announces New Members for July 2022

3BL Media

SOURCE: The Consumer Goods Forum. DESCRIPTION: PARIS, August 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The Consumer Goods Forum is delighted to announce the following new companies have joined our global membership community and, in doing so, have confirmed their commitment to our vision of better lives through better business. Takeoff offers an eGrocery solution that empowers to thrive online using Micro-Fulfillment Centres: small, robotic fulfillment centres that can be leveraged at a hyperlocal scale.

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For $8 a month, this company will track your tools

Stacey Higginbotham

A few months ago, we had some tree work done on our property, and while here the crew left behind a water bottle, a rake, and a chainsaw. When we called to tell them, they weren’t concerned about the water bottle and rake; it was, however, worth it for them to come and fetch the chainsaw. But what if we hadn’t called? It’s possible that such a valuable piece of equipment would be counted as lost, costing the business money and — until they purchased another chainsaw — productiv

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Investing in the Transition to a More Sustainable Economy

3BL Media

SOURCE: GreenMoney Journal. DESCRIPTION: by Joe Keefe, President of Impax Asset Management. The coming decades will require an epochal transition from an industrial-age economy where negative long-term environmental and social externalities are ignored to a sustainable economy where future growth is accompanied by dramatically improved environmental and social outcomes.

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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.