GreenBiz

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Sponsored: Three components that can help businesses successfully integrate sustainability into their value chains.

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Corporate Knights

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Nate Wallace is clean transportation program manager at Environmental Defence. Around North America (and soon the United Kingdom), a growing number of provincial and state governments have started requiring carmakers to meet annually increasing zero-emissions vehicle (ZEV) sales targets. In Canada, the federal government has indicated it intends to introduce such a regulation – called a Clean Car Standard – with the hope of phasing out the sale of new gasoline cars by 2035.

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GreenBiz

DECEMBER 2, 2022

A new report reveals heat pump sales rose 15 percent worldwide in 2021 and are doubling year on year in some markets.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 2, 2022

SOURCE: JetBlue Airways. SUMMARY: --Grön Fuels GigaSystem™ to Produce Carbon Negative Sustainable Aviation Fuel Through Diverse Slate of Renewable Feedstocks and the Incorporation of Biomass Energy, Carbon Capture & Storage --. --JetBlue Continues to Build Promising SAF Partnerships as It Advances Its Goal to Reach 10% SAF by 2030--. DESCRIPTION: NEW YORK, December 2, 2022 /3BL Media/ - JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) and Fidelis New Energy, LLC (Fidelis) today announced a memorandum of understandin

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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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GreenBiz

DECEMBER 2, 2022

To scale up sustainability on farms, you need to know your supply chain which includes an often overlooked link, the farmer.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 2, 2022

SOURCE: United Airlines Inc. SUMMARY: Natron Energy's high-performance sodium-ion batteries outperform lithium-ion counterparts in power density, recharging speed, and safety. United becomes the first major airline to invest in a battery manufacturer, based on publicly announced investments. DESCRIPTION: CHICAGO, December 2, 2022 /3BL Media/ - United Airlines announced a strategic equity investment in Natron Energy, a battery manufacturer whose sodium-ion batteries have the potential to help Uni

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 2, 2022

By Elizabeth Utley , Chloe Shen and Yashan Zhao. SOURCE: Alibaba Group. DESCRIPTION: During the world’s largest retail event earlier this month, over a million eyes turned to a chestnut farm in rural China as 37-year-old Han Wenliang livestreamed sales of her produce. “We saw viewers transform from strangers to loyal fans,” she told Alizila of the 1.5 million consumers who tuned into her stream with key opinion leader (KOL) Zhu Dan on Alibaba Group’s business-to-consumer marketplace Taobao durin

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GreenBiz

DECEMBER 2, 2022

This new company wants to prevent the need for extraction and landfilling.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 2, 2022

A commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity (ID&E) means thinking innovatively about solutions. SOURCE: Medtronic. DESCRIPTION: December 3 is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The theme this year is transformative solutions for inclusive development: the role of innovation in fueling an accessible and equitable world. Kentaro Doi has spent the majority of his 14 years at Medtronic in clinical research and regulatory roles but he’s especially passionate about spreading awar

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Cisco CSR

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Cisco SD-WAN Multi-Region Fabric (MRF) is designed to help IT build, deploy, and manage geographically distributed SD-WAN networks that provide resiliency, redundancy, security, and control. SD-WAN Multi-Region Fabric continues Cisco’s commitment to bringing networking infrastructure innovations that enable IT to support business-critical connectivity projects in a world of increasingly distributed people, applications, and compute resources.

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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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3BL Media

DECEMBER 2, 2022

SOURCE: Franklin Templeton. DESCRIPTION: Franklin Templeton employees joined Jumpstart’s 16th annual Read for the Record to celebrate the power of reading and support early literacy. This yearly campaign attempts to have the most people read the same book on the same day. Franklin Templeton has been partnering with Jumpstart for many years as one of firm’s key charity partners.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

DECEMBER 2, 2022

The surge in digital consumer interactions is making possible a new era of gathering, analyzing, and responding to individual customer data strategically and with precision.

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Cisco CSR

DECEMBER 2, 2022

The breadth and depth of Cisco’s strategic relationship with Victoria University has been described as allowing the university to do things they couldn’t otherwise touch in a new video profiling the University’s partnership with Cisco. Cisco’s partnership extends well beyond the supply of technology enabling administration, teaching and learning and research.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Eight core principles can help companies in the energy, oil and gas, basic materials, and utilities sectors achieve successful digital transformations.

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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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3BL Media

DECEMBER 2, 2022

SOURCE: Yum China. DESCRIPTION: Yum China has recently launched the Trio Black cereal drink - a hot breakfast drink - at more than 270 KFC stores in Sichuan province and Chongqing. Made of natural and nutritious grains, KFC’s new hot drink is not only an ideal breakfast choice for health-conscious consumers, but an innovative initiative to promote rural revitalization in Sichuan province.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Many US retailers are reducing prices to clear excess inventory. Smart markdown strategies will make a huge difference to their bottom lines.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 2, 2022

by Christine Luby. SOURCE: Ericsson. SUMMARY: Catch up on the latest developments at UNGA 77, as well as this month’s other high-level events including the 2022 Fall Meeting of the Broadband Commission and Transforming Education Summit (TES). DESCRIPTION: This Friday, we wind down the conversations around the UNGA. But the conversations around the important issues at the heart of these days continue on.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Researchers at the University of Bern have developed a new method for the successive calculation of the emission reductions which are necessary for achieving temperature targets, such as the 2°C goal. The calculation method is based solely on observation rather than models and scenarios. According to the study, international climate policy has to become even more ambitious.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 2, 2022

SOURCE: CECP: Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose. DESCRIPTION: NEW YORK, December 2, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Over 90 percent of jobs worldwide have a digital component, yet a large digital gender gap persists. Women are disproportionally impacted by the digital divide because they are underrepresented in technology and digital industries which make up a large portion of the fast growing, profitable careers that are available today, further exacerbating existing social inequalities.

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Utiliity Dive

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Research will consider the number of NuScale power modules needed in solid oxide electrolysis cell hydrogen production and the quantity of hydrogen that could be stored for subsequent electricity production.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Local tree planting event engages Hilton Grand Vacations team members to take an active role in expanding the community’s urban forest. SOURCE: Arbor Day Foundation. DESCRIPTION: CHARLESTON, S.C., December 2, 2022 /3BL Media/ - On Dec. 2, 2022, the City of Charleston will partner with Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV) and the Arbor Day Foundation to plant 13 trees in Hampton Park, in observance of Arbor Day.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Stanford professor Jeffrey Pfeffer shares advice for gaining power through resources, reputation, and relationships.

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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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3BL Media

DECEMBER 2, 2022

This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to learn more about our partners and consider joining us in supporting their work. SOURCE: Peloton. DESCRIPTION: At Peloton, our mission is to enable our Members to be the best versions of themselves, anytime, anywhere. We also understand the scale and impact of the barriers hindering so many from becoming their best selves.

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ESG Today

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Aerospace giant Airbus announced that it is developing a hydrogen-powered fuel cell engine, with the propulsion system being considered as a potential solution to equip its zero-emissions aircraft. The company said that it aims to test the fuel cell demonstrator on its A380 flight test aircraft. The aviation industry accounts for approximately 2-3% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, with that figure potentially rising dramatically over the coming decades if no action is taken.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 2, 2022

SOURCE: DOW. DESCRIPTION: BANGKOK, December 2, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Dow (NYSE: Dow) will showcase seven high performing and sustainable new technologies to expand its personal care portfolio at in-cosmetics Asia 2022 , taking place in Bangkok, Thailand from November 1st - 3rd at booth K30. Moreover, the team will display a series of innovative and inspiring formulations that will help brand owners to meet the growing demand for more sustainable cosmetic ingredients.

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ESG Today

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Manulife Financial’s global wealth and asset management business Manulife Investment Management announced today the launch of the Manulife Forest Climate Fund, aimed at providing investors with the opportunity to invest in nature and climate change mitigation, and delivering value through carbon credits. Manulife stated that the fund, targeted at $500 million in committed capital, will invest in a globally diversified portfolio of sustainably managed forestland assets, where carbon sequestration

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 2, 2022

More than 5,100 boxes of food readied at the Orange County Food Bank for low-income families ahead of the holidays. SOURCE: Edison International. DESCRIPTION: Some 240 Edison International volunteers spent Saturday morning alongside several other organizations packing food boxes for low-income families at the Orange County Food Bank. Volunteers engaged in a friendly competition, with the yellow shirt-clad Edison team leading the way with more than 5,100 packed boxes, ready for distribution to th

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Environment + Energy Leader

DECEMBER 2, 2022

The rankings list how each state fares on topics such as recycling, food waste, and landfill use. The post LawnStarter Ranks States for Waste Management Efforts appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 2, 2022

SOURCE: Accenture. DESCRIPTION: There are more than 1 billion people in the world with disabilities, which makes more than 1 billion reasons for building a more inclusive, accessible workplace—and world. Accenture is marking this year's International Day for Persons with Disabilities with speaker, digital creator and author Molly Burke and motivational, TEDx speaker and Happiness Coach Sai Kaustuv Dasgupta, hosted by its very own inclusion and diversity lead Beck Bailey.

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ESG Today

DECEMBER 2, 2022

ESG ratings, data, and research provider Morningstar Sustainalytics announced today an expansion to its ESG Risk Ratings service to new asset classes including fixed income and private equity, as well as the addition of listed Chinese. According to the company, the announcement marks a nearly 30% increase in coverage to more than 16,300 analyst-based ESG Risk Ratings.

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