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Australia’s biggest DC-coupled solar battery hybrid to push PV output into evening peaks

Renew Economy

The biggest DC-coupled solar hybrid project in Australia has received grid approval - a landmark that will help push solar output into evening peaks, where it is needed most. The post Australia’s biggest DC-coupled solar battery hybrid to push PV output into evening peaks appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Earth Week Spring Cleaning

3BL Media

By Candace Higginbotham Its been a busy spring for Regions volunteers, with Share the Good , Financial Literacy Month and Autism Awareness Month. Some teams decided to take it outside and celebrate another April event, Earth Week, by sprucing up parks, rivers, neighborhoods and other public spaces. The Birmingham-based Regions Finance division took Earth Week literally by getting their hands in the dirt.

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China smashes rooftop solar installation record, as emissions fall despite demand growth

Renew Economy

China installed an astonishing 36GW of rooftop PV in first quarter, and is expected to install even more this quarter, as a new study points to a fall in overall emissions. The post China smashes rooftop solar installation record, as emissions fall despite demand growth appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Investing in the Earth: Natural, Organic and Regenerative Food and Ag Surges in Popularity

3BL Media

by Steve Hoffman of Compass Natural Marketing The market for organic food and agriculture has grown significantly since the National Organic Program was first established in 2001, placing the USDA Certified Organic seal on products that qualify for this distinction. Today, its a $70-billion market thats been growing an average of 8% per year. And while it may be maturing, younger consumers, including new parents and their babies, are eating it up.

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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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The radical new self-lifting turbines Andrew Forrest wants to install at Australia’s biggest wind project

Renew Economy

Andrew Forrest's plans for Australia's biggest wind project includes a radical new turbine design that may reduce costs, and cut concrete emissions. The post The radical new self-lifting turbines Andrew Forrest wants to install at Australia’s biggest wind project appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Third Time’s the Charm: Magenta Giving Month Breaks Records With $3.3M in Donations, 27K+ Volunteer Hours

3BL Media

Step into the lobby of T-Mobiles Bellevue, Washington, headquarters on a spring day in April, and you might assume the buzz in the air was all business until the barking began. The source? A pack of irresistibly adoptable pups wagging tails and melting hearts. Thanks to T-Mobiles work with P.A.W.S. Progressive Animal Awareness Society , employees on campus had the chance to take home new furry family members, with all 11 puppies adopted.

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How To Make Your Event More Sustainable

3BL Media

Ready to go green at your next event? Drawdown Georgia's free toolkit, "How to Make Your Event More Sustainable in Georgia," provides everything you need to get startedfrom venue selection checklists to questions for caterers, from waste management strategies to recommendations for local sustainable vendors. Check out the toolkit today and join Georgia's community of forward-thinking event professionals creating gatherings that not only bring people together but also protect our shared environme

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Glaciers will take centuries to recover even if global warming is reversed, scientists warn

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

New research reveals mountain glaciers across the globe will not recover for centuries -- even if human intervention cools the planet back to the 1.5 C limit, having exceeded it.

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Whole Foods Market Foundation Awards $197,199 in Newark Fresh, Healthy Food Access Grants

3BL Media

AUSTIN, Texas, May 19, 2025 /3BL/ - Whole Foods Market Foundation is excited to announce that 10 community-led nonprofit organizations in Newark, New Jersey have been awarded up to $20,000 each through the Newark Fresh, Healthy Food Access Grant. In the nine years since the Foundation started the Whole Cities Newark Fresh, Healthy Food Access grant, over $1.4 million has been awarded to community-led organizations that are spearheading an increase in long-term access to fresh, healthy food acros

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Google Signs 600 MW Solar Agreement in U.S. to Help Power Data Centers

ESG Today

Renewable energy project developer energyRe announced a new agreement with Google, enabling the tech giant to purchase Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) from a portfolio of more than 600 MW of new solar and solar with storage projects being developed by energyRe in South Carolina. The announcement marks the second agreement between the Google and energyRe, bringing the new U.S. clean energy capacity enabled by the collaboration to over 1 GW, following a 12-year PPA signed by the companies in Octob

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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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The Most Entrepreneurial Cities of 2025 Prove Size Doesn't Matter

3BL Media

Originally published on GoDaddy Newsroom TEMPE, Ariz., May 19, 2025 /3BL/ -- GoDaddy (NYSE: GDDY) today revealed the United States' Most Entrepreneurial Cities of 2025. The rankings demonstrate both small and large cities are driving innovation, with unexpected underdogs emerging as entrepreneurial powerhouses alongside traditional business hubs. Top 10 Most Entrepreneurial Cities in the U.S.

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Could nanoplastics in the environment turn E. coli into a bigger villain?

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Nanoplastics are everywhere. These fragments are so tiny they can accumulate on bacteria and be taken up by plant roots; they're in our food, our water, and our bodies. Scientists don't know the full extent of their impacts on our health, but new research suggests certain nanoplastics may make foodborne pathogens more virulent.

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Celebrating the Role of the Gopher Tortoises in Our Forest

3BL Media

The best way to celebrate Gopher Tortoise Day is to ensure there are more gopher tortoises across their natural range in the southeast United States. Founded in 2013, the Forestland Stewards Partnership between the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and International Paper, funds a variety of forest and wildlife conservation projects across the southeast including efforts to restore and conserve gopher tortoise populations and longleaf habitat.

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Developing With Cisco XDR at Cisco Live San Diego ‘25

Cisco CSR

Join us at Cisco Live San Diego to explore Cisco XDRs latest innovations, including custom integrations, AI automation, and community features. Dont miss out!

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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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Paramount VetNet & Nickelodeon Host Drawing Workshop With the Wounded Warrior Project Featuring Artist & Marine Corps Veteran, Jeff Sornig

3BL Media

On April 25, during the Month of the Military Child, the Paramount Veterans Network teamed up with the Nickelodeon Community Efforts team to host another virtual Lets Draw event for the Wounded Warrior Project and their families, this time with their favorite Nick artist and Marine Corps veteran, Jeff Sornig. Jeff Sornig guided the kids through drawing their favorite Nickelodeon characters, including SpongeBob.

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Another offshore wind proposal scrapped in WA, but two projects advance in Gippsland

Renew Economy

Plans to develop an offshore wind farm of up to 3GW off W.A. coast formally withdrawn, while progress is made on two projects in Victoria. The post Another offshore wind proposal scrapped in WA, but two projects advance in Gippsland appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Leadership Spotlight: Q&A With Kim Frankovich, Global VP of Sustainability, Griffith Foods

3BL Media

Q: How would you describe Griffith Foods Progress on Sustainability? A. Weve built strong momentum. Im very proud of all our Griffith Foods team members worldwide that have driven the progress we annually report. It is a holistic, cross-functional and sometimes messy effort that touches all corners of our business. Since sharing our Foundational Goals in 2020, weve embedded sustainability across our operations and have integrated goals into four core functions: manufacturing, purchasing, researc

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EU, UK to Work on Linking Carbon Markets

ESG Today

The European Commission and the government of the UK announced today an agreement to work towards linking their carbon markets through establishing a link between their emissions trading systems (ETS), which have been developing separately since Brexit. Under the envisioned linkage agreement, carbon allowances issued by the EU or UK could be recognized as complying with the greenhouse gas emissions trading system of the other jurisdiction.

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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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Subaru Ranked As Top Automaker in Forbes Best Brands for Social Impact for Third Consecutive Year

3BL Media

CAMDEN, N.J., May 19, 2025 /3BL/ - Subaru of America, Inc. today announced it has been recognized for the third year in a row as one of the top three brands on Forbes 2025 Best Brands for Social Impact list, including the distinction of being the top-ranked brand in the automotive category. Created in partnership with customer-insights company HundredX, the list highlights companies that consumers feel are the most dedicated to giving back to their communities.

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Nimble dimples: Agile underwater vehicles inspired by golf balls

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Underwater or aerial vehicles with dimples like golf balls could be more efficient and maneuverable, a new prototype has demonstrated.

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Tariffs Impending, Vietnam-Based Apparel Manufacturers Speak Out

3BL Media

AMSTERDAM, HONG KONG, OAKLAND, Calif., May 19, 2025 /3BL/ - At the recent Cascale Forum: Ho Chi Minh City, over 600 manufacturers, leading brands, service providers, and supply chain partners Cascale members and non-members alike convened to address urgent challenges and opportunities in the consumer goods value chain. Topics spanned industry decarbonization, trade shifts, regulatory changes, facility improvements, responsible contracting, worker rights, and more.

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Fossil Fuels, War, And Climate: Women On The Frontlines Call For A New Security Mindset

Joan Michelson

The climate emergency is a security threat, the war in Ukraine is "a fossil fuel war," and we need a new security mindset, according to 2 women on the frontlines.

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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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Jane Lynch Stars in New Public Service Announcement for Direct Relief

3BL Media

Direct Relief is pleased to debut a new public service announcement featuring Emmy Award-winning actress, comedian, and long-time supporter Jane Lynch. In the PSA, Lynch lends her signature voice and presence to spotlight Direct Reliefs mission: improving the health and lives of people affected by poverty, disaster, and emergency situations. Every day across the United States and around the world, Direct Relief is making an enormous difference, Lynch said.

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Blackstone Acquires Electricity Provider TXNM Energy for $11.5 Billion

ESG Today

Alternative asset manager Blackstone announcedan agreement by Blackstone Infrastructure to acquire electric utility holding company TXNM energy, in a deal valuing the company at an enterprise value of $11.5 billion. According to the companies, the transaction will provide significant long-term capital to support the clean energy transition and power growth needs of TXNMs key markets of New Mexico and Texas.

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Southwire’s Carrollton 12 for Life Program Celebrates 45 Graduating Seniors at Commencement for the Class of 2025

3BL Media

On May 6, 2025, 45 students from Southwires 12 for Life program in Carrollton, Ga., celebrated their high school graduation and completion of the program. The commencement ceremony, marking the programs 18th year, was attended by Southwire leaders, local school officials and students loved ones. 12 for Life is a collaborative partnership between Southwire and local school systems in Carrollton, Ga., and Florence, Ala.

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SwitchedOn podcast: How one regional community got ahead of renewables disinformation

Renew Economy

Rather than sit back and let the transition unfold, this regional council took the lead, helping ensure the community would engage with the shift to renewables. The post SwitchedOn podcast: How one regional community got ahead of renewables disinformation appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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KeyBank’s SBA Loans Provide Capital To Fuel Small Business Growth

3BL Media

Starting a small business takes a vision and resources that not every entrepreneur has at their fingertips. As the foundation of our communities, small businesses often require a full suite of financial of solutions* to meet their needs. Thats why KeyBanks Small Business Administration (SBA) Specialists take the time to understand each business owners needs and create tailored financial solutions that help them achieve their goals KeyBanks SBA Loans Put Businesses First As one of the nations top

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La Banque Postale Launches ESG-Focused Offerings Across its Entire Savings Portfolio

ESG Today

Paris-based banking services provider La Banque Postale announced the launch of a new ESG-focused approach to its financial savings products, aimed at enabling customers to select savings products according to their sustainability criteria and preferences. The new ESG approach covers the entire scope of La Banque Postales financial savings products, which spans areas including ordinary securities accounts, life insurance, and Share Savings Plans from across the groups business units which includ

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The growth imperative

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Growth is crucial for companies to create profitable, sustainable value. How can organizations reach their growth goals and ensure their longevityeven in turbulent times?

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Unlocking the Investment Potential of Healthcare in Emerging Markets: How New Technologies, Platform Models and Financing Options are Driving Growth

James Militzer

Investing in emerging markets is increasingly recognised as a powerful catalyst for sustainable development, driving economic growth while addressing critical social and environmental challenges. Healthcare, long seen as a sector that demands significant effort due to systemic constraints in these markets, presents unique opportunities for growth and impact when approached with innovative strategies.

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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.