Wed.Nov 16, 2022

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How we can unlock tech to decarbonize our skies

GreenBiz

We must start building the necessary technical capacity right now to actively remove CO2 from the atmosphere, in parallel with doubling down on decarbonization efforts.

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Western Australia sets new renewables record of 81% – in world’s biggest isolated grid

Renew Economy

WA grid reaches record level of 81 per cent renewables, driven mostly by rooftop solar. The post Western Australia sets new renewables record of 81% – in world’s biggest isolated grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The hidden emissions in the global food supply chain

GreenBiz

World Wildlife Fund is exposing the environmental impact behind our favorite foods.

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Give us more load! Why South Australia is trying to switch off everyone’s rooftop solar

Renew Economy

"Give us more load." It's not an instruction you hear every day, but it has been the "cri de coeur" from AEMO this week in South Australia. The post Give us more load! Why South Australia is trying to switch off everyone’s rooftop solar 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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Aquapreneurs are thirsty

GreenBiz

Companies such as ZwitterCo and Waterplan are creating a ripple effect for water technology startups focused on private-sector applications.

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“Bridge to nowhere:” Why BlueScope Steel is a decarbonisation laggard in Australia

Renew Economy

In the US, BlueScope continues to aggressively invest in becoming a leader in steel sector decarbonisation. In Australia, it offers little more than greenwash and spin. The post “Bridge to nowhere:” Why BlueScope Steel is a decarbonisation laggard in Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Three NSW councils join forces to source wind and solar power

Renew Economy

Flow Power inks deal to supply wind and solar power to three councils in New South Wales. The post Three NSW councils join forces to source wind and solar power appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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EV Charging Gets Down to Business with Federal Incentives

GreenBiz

Learn how your businesses can take advantage of new funds to bring EV charging to your sites and help accelerate zero-emission transportation for all.

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Australia’s “biggest battery” project resized, reshaped, renamed and relaunched

Renew Economy

Battery project billed as Australia's biggest has been redrawn, resized and relaunched, but is still to land its first customer contract. The post Australia’s “biggest battery” project resized, reshaped, renamed and relaunched appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Climate Change: How It's Affecting Your Health and How Businesses Can Help Fight This Global Crisis

3BL Media

In this Teal Talks episode, we hear from leading environmental experts on the impacts of climate change on health and how businesses can make a difference. SOURCE: Merck & Co., Inc. DESCRIPTION: Climate change doesn’t only affect the health of our planet — it also impacts the health of our people. As we continue to see changes to our environment, like increased temperatures, extreme weather events, poor air quality and population displacement, it may be less obvious to some how these climate

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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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Launceston looks at making green hydrogen on-site with solar farm on airport land

Renew Economy

Launceston Airport considers proposal to build an on-site solar farm and install an electrolyser to producer green hydrogen. The post Launceston looks at making green hydrogen on-site with solar farm on airport land appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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LA Kings Team Up With Make-A-Wish Foundation for Annual Hockey Fight Cancer™ Night Presented by Amgen

3BL Media

SOURCE: AEG. DESCRIPTION: On November 12, 2022, AEG’s LA Kings surprised Samantha Kayne, a 19-year-old Make-A-Wish Foundation recipient, with the chance to fulfill her dream and sing the national anthem at an LA Kings game. The surprise took place during team’s annual Hockey Fight Cancer™ Night, presented by Amgen's Breakaway from Cancer®, at Crypto.com Arena.

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AGL begins process of powering up Torrens Island battery, biggest in South Australia

Renew Economy

AGL brings its 250MW/250MWh Torrens Island battery is one step closer to "full functionality" as a “virtual synchronous machine.”. The post AGL begins process of powering up Torrens Island battery, biggest in South Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Interview With Land Betterment's Chief Development Officer, Tom Sauve at the 3BL Forum

3BL Media

SOURCE: Land Betterment Corporation. DESCRIPTION: FISHERS, Ind., November 16, 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 an interview with Tom Sauve when the Company participated in the 3BL Forum conference titled Brands Taking Stands: Now What?

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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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'Lawyer up': Republican rhetoric over ESG escalates

GreenBiz

Five U.S. senators recently warned 51 U.S. law firms that certain ESG policies could run afoul of antitrust regulations.

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AEMC doubles electricity price cap to accommodate volatile and costly fossil fuels

Renew Economy

Australian Energy Market Commission rules in doubling of administered price cap to manage extreme market volatility caused by soaring coal and gas prices. The post AEMC doubles electricity price cap to accommodate volatile and costly fossil fuels appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The ins and outs of honing ESG training sessions

GreenBiz

How and why you should tailor your ESG training for every audience — from executives to board members to employees.

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Business goes for price over integrity in the Australian carbon market

Renew Economy

New data shows that more than 90% of all voluntary cancellations of carbon offsets in the past year have been in the form of low-cost credits. The post Business goes for price over integrity in the Australian carbon market appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Franklin Templeton Celebrates 75th Anniversary During Impact Week

3BL Media

SOURCE: Franklin Templeton. DESCRIPTION: The week of November 14 marks Franklin Templeton’s 75th Anniversary – an important date in the firm’s history. Community engagement has long been a part of the company’s core values and it’s fitting to celebrate this important milestone by giving back to our communities. Franklin Templeton has planned Impact Week as part of the anniversary celebration.

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How to find your voice for climate action | Fehinti Balogun

TEDxInnovations

Actor and activist Fehinti Balogun pieces together multiple complex issues -- climate change, colonialism, systemic racism -- in a talk that's part spoken-word poem, part diagnosis of entrenched global problems. Seeing the connections is a way to unlock collective solutions, he says -- and you have the power to reimagine what you think is possible. Actor and activist Fehinti Balogun pieces together multiple complex issues -- climate change, colonialism, systemic racism -- in a talk that's part s

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You'll Know a Breakthrough Nonprofit Brand When You Experience One

3BL Media

SOURCE: Carol Cone ON PURPOSE. DESCRIPTION: By: Carol Cone and Kristian Darigan Merenda. If you’re a nonprofit in the United States, could you achieve your goals with an audience of just 215 people? As of January 1, 2022, the U.S. population was estimated at 332.4 million. In 2016, there were 1.54 million nonprofits registered in the United States. That leaves an average of 215 U.S. citizens for every nonprofit operating, generating intense competition for the resources that help achieve their p

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Digital twins: Flying high, flexing fast

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Digital design and product development can provide new ways to solve complex problems. Getting implementation right means thoughtfully translating big ideas into boots on the ground.

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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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Preparing for Cisco 8000 Series Routers

Cisco CSR

There are so many factors that go into creating and maintaining robust, efficient, and secure networks. I f you want to stay ahead in the networking game, y ou need the best experts, cutting-edge tools, and world-class training. It’s this philosophy that has navigated us for years at Cisco. We equip enterprises with cutting-edge tools to keep their networks current and running efficiently.

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Guest Post: The Role of Climate Risk Planning

ESG Today

By: Louie Woodall, Editorial Lead at Manifest Climate. Climate change is an existential risk to businesses. Extreme weather events and long-term climatic changes threaten to degrade organizations’ physical assets and disrupt their supply chains. Meanwhile, public and private efforts to slow global warming through decarbonization and shifts in consumption could undermine certain business models and transform the flow of goods and services around the world.

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Defending the smart grid from threats and attacks

Cisco CSR

In the same way the internet facilitates a flow of information and data between computers, the utilities’ smart grid system powers a web of interconnected devices that can sense, analyze, and communicate information through a widespread sensor network that supports a two-way communication system for constant monitoring of the grid status. This bilateral communication provides several advantages including the ability for grid operators to obtain real time information about operations to allow for

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EFRAG Approves European Sustainability Reporting Standards

ESG Today

The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) on Tuesday approved the final version of the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), which set out the rules and requirements for companies to report on sustainability-related impacts, opportunities and risks under the EU’s upcoming Corporate Sustainable Reporting Directive (CSRD). The approval marks another major step in the move to establish a new sustainability reporting system in Europe, following the adoption of the CSRD la

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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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Hybrid Work in Energy and Mining Industries

Cisco CSR

The hybrid work model has many advantages over the traditional way of working including increased productivity, decreased costs, improved teamwork and the ability to attract and retain new talent. What is surprising is that even in industrial verticals, like energy and mining, workers can take advantage of virtual collaboration and remote expertise that their peers in healthcare and finance experience.

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Rising steel prices, interest rates could push NuScale Utah project cost to $100/MWh, but support remains

Utiliity Dive

NuScale executives say they are lobbying Congress to maintain more than $1 billion in federal support for the Utah advanced nuclear project.

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Using APIs to create a Multidomain Inventory for Asset Management

Cisco CSR

IT Organizations have to manage, secure, and get audited on their IT assets. The span of domains cover multiple different product sets with different operating systems by nature, and the teams are tasked to create a cohesive asset management framework. An example is a financial institution which is subject to the FFIEC guidance, which requires them to be able to conform to an audit structure that requires managing their assets and software.

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Southern Company Builds on Sustainability Transparency Leadership

3BL Media

SOURCE: Southern Company. DESCRIPTION: Company releases 2021 Corporate Responsibility Executive Summary, demonstrates alignment with key ESG reporting frameworks, publishes Trade Association and Climate Engagement Report. Consistent with its commitment to transparency and stakeholder engagement, Southern Company has published its 2021 Corporate Responsibility Executive Summary, refreshed key environmental, social and governance (ESG) data and published a new Trade Association and Climate Engagem

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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.