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Here’s a glimpse of the EU response to the Inflation Reduction Act

GreenBiz

After almost 6 months of discussions and debate in the European Union, the trading bloc’s response to the Inflation Reduction Act is finally taking shape.

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Graph of the Day: Solar covers all of South Australia demand for six hours straight

Renew Economy

South Australia demand met by rooftop and utility scale solar for six hours straight. The post Graph of the Day: Solar covers all of South Australia demand for six hours straight appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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My exclusive interview with ChatGPT about AI, climate tech and sustainability

GreenBiz

Can artificial intelligence conduct an informed conversation about the broad and complex technologies under the climate tech umbrella? Let's let it speak for itself.

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“We need more science:” Tony Abbott joins board of climate denial think tank

Renew Economy

Tony Abbott joins board of UK-based think tank that attacks net zero and other climate and clean energy policies. The post “We need more science:” Tony Abbott joins board of climate denial think tank 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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Losing ourselves in the Tower of (Risk) Babel

GreenBiz

A basic assumption in approaches to risk assessment is that the problems they address can be resolved primarily by better information and technocratic solutions. But business executives, policymakers and the public crave simpler, more practical alternatives.

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FRV gets cracking on huge pipeline of big solar in land of long white cloud

Renew Economy

The race to develop New Zealand's first true utility-scale solar farm is on, with FRV Australia and Genesis Energy hitting go on a 52MW project on the South Island. The post FRV gets cracking on huge pipeline of big solar in land of long white cloud appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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A tenth of all electricity is lost in the grid. Superconducting cables can help

Renew Economy

If Australia proceeds with plans to modernise its grid without considering superconductors, it will be a huge missed opportunity. The post A tenth of all electricity is lost in the grid. Superconducting cables can help appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Hero: Vitasoy wants to take the cow out of the milk business

Corporate Knights

You don’t have to be vegan to appreciate the philosophy that has propelled Vitasoy over the past 80 years from humble beginnings in wartime Hong Kong into one of Asia’s largest suppliers of alternative milk products. The company’s founder, Lo Kwee-seong, started off selling soy milk door-to-door as a low-cost source of protein at a time when the then-British colony was in the grip of food shortages and malnutrition.

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Low-cost solar ‘maverick’ 5B wins biggest contract to help power massive lithium mine

Renew Economy

5B lands biggest project yet, as tech provider for PV component of 95MW microgrid to power one of world's largest battery metals mines at up to 100% renewables. The post Low-cost solar ‘maverick’ 5B wins biggest contract to help power massive lithium mine appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Cisco secures IoT, keeping security closer to networking

Cisco CSR

The use of unmanaged and IoT devices in enterprises is growing exponentially, and will account for 55.7 billion connected devices by the end of 2025. A critical concern is deploying IoT devices without requisite security controls. While these numbers are numbing, their reality is undeniable. 90% of customers believe digitization has accelerated the importance placed upon security.

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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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Zibelman, Finkel join expert panel to advise Victoria on controversial public utility

Renew Economy

Team of high profile energy experts selected to guide reboot of Victoria's State Electricity Commission as a publicly owned renewable energy utility. The post Zibelman, Finkel join expert panel to advise Victoria on controversial public utility appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Welcome to the Cisco Applications Blog

Cisco CSR

It’s the dawn of a new day with the Cisco Applications blog! Application experience is everything. Organizations need to deliver the best user experiences – customers demand it and the success of the business relies on it. And on top of that, applications continue to transform entire business sectors, consumer behaviors, and are changing how the world works.

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What are the Fastest Growing Sustainability Professions?

Environment + Energy Leader

In the United States, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that the fastest-growing occupation from 2019 to 2029 is expected to be wind turbine service technicians, with a growth rate of 61%. The post What are the Fastest Growing Sustainability Professions? appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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New Cisco Catalyst 9200CX Compact With HVDC, Cisco UPOE And mGig

Cisco CSR

Figure 1. Cisco Live Amsterdam 2023 Make sure your network is ready for a hybrid world where the workplace is anywhere, endpoints could be anything, and applications are hosted all over the place. Extending the power of the secure network as close to the edge as possible helps you to better respond to the unexpected, transforming the challenges of hybrid work into opportunities for innovation.

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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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Accounting for impact at Candide, MicroVest, Echoing Green and other investment managers

Impact Alpha

ImpactAlpha, Feb. 6. 2023 – The age of ad hoc impact reporting may be coming to an end. In the meantime, we’ve taken a. The post Accounting for impact at Candide, MicroVest, Echoing Green and other investment managers appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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New Cisco hybrid work offers: Helping you reimagine the employee experience

Cisco CSR

Getting Hybrid Work “just right” The concept of “hybrid work” is getting a lot of attention as more companies are trying to determine the right mix of remote and in-office presence for their employees. This challenge is also highlighting a lack of understanding on the best ways to support a hybrid workforce to achieve improvements in productivity and office space optimization.

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Planet First Partners Raises €450 Million for Sustainable Economy Transition Fund

ESG Today

Sustainable investment growth equity platform Planet First Partners announced today that it has raised €450 million at the second close of its second funding round, following the latest commitment to the fund by Ingka Investments, the investment arm of IKEA parent Ingka Group. The fund significantly surpassed its initial target size of €350 million, with Planet First Partners “significant interest” in its investment mandate from new investors.

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The Power of Relationships: Executive Buy-In and Security Culture for Bolstering Resilience

Cisco CSR

“Where do we start?” This is the question every CISO asks about every new program. In fact, I ask and answer that question many times a month. There’s a reason for this, of course. A strong start to any project builds momentum, reassures stakeholders, and sets the stage for what’s to come. Security resilience initiatives are no different.

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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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Mack Defense to Design Fuel Efficient Trucks for the US Army

Environment + Energy Leader

Mack Defense is currently working on two major defense programs that fit well with the CTT and utilize vehicles from the global Volvo Group network that have been modified for commercial use. The post Mack Defense to Design Fuel Efficient Trucks for the US Army appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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BlackRock Sustainable Investing Head Paul Bodnar to Join $10 Billion Bezos Earth Fund

ESG Today

BlackRock Global Head of Sustainable Investing Paul Bodnar announced that he will be departing the firm, to join the Bezos Earth Fund. The Bezos Earth Fund was founded in 2020, with a $10 billion philanthropic commitment from Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, aimed at funding scientists, activists, NGOs and others driving solutions to fight climate change and protect nature.

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Is EV Adoption Really That Beneficial for the Environment and Our Health?

Environment + Energy Leader

The findings showed that a rise in the number of EVs per 1000 population was linked to improved air quality, as measured by decreased nitrogen dioxide levels, and reduced asthma-related emergency department visits. The post Is EV Adoption Really That Beneficial for the Environment and Our Health? appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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How to reduce carbon emissions from trucking and logistics ?

Energy Central

Trucking and logistics play a critical role in the global economy, but they also contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions. In an effort to combat climate change, it is imperative to reduce the carbon footprint of the transportation industry.

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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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What new NIST guidelines on trusted AI tell us about AI

Stacey Higginbotham

I’m all about the federal government in this week’s newsletter. To start with, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released a risk management framework for artificial intelligence (AI). The goal of the framework is to help companies and users assess and manage risks associated with AI. It also offers a good lens through which to view how society regards AI and how industry and governments are experiencing AI.

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Nordea Ties Incentive Compensation for Top Execs to ESG Goals

ESG Today

Northern Europe-based financial services company Nordea announced that it will introduce ESG targets as part of its Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) for senior executives this year, with performance based on hitting a series of sustainable finance, climate and diversity goals. The company said that it decided in 2021 to include ESG targets in executive remuneration programmes, and that this is the first time the targets are included in the LTIP programme.

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2023 Farm Bill: An Opportunity for Food and Farm Security

WWF Sustainability

The task ahead of the 2023 Farm Bill is monumental: it must invest in the full diversity of farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners.

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Consumers care about sustainability—and back it up with their wallets

McKinsey Sustainabilty

A joint study from McKinsey and NielsenIQ examines sales growth for products that claim to be environmentally and socially responsible.

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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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E:Book: How Organizations Can Achieve ESG & Sustainability Targets with Smart Water Management Strategies

Environment + Energy Leader

Environmental, social, governance, and smart water management are interconnected and crucial for building a sustainable future. A key area where organizations can make a significant impact toward reaching their targets is by implementing smart water management strategies. Water is a finite resource and its responsible use is critical to the. Read more » The post E:Book: How Organizations Can Achieve ESG & Sustainability Targets with Smart Water Management Strategies appeared first on Enviro

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Cornish Lithium - Cornish Lithium Announces Plans for New Exploration Project Near Blackwater and Invites The Local Community to Find Out More

Global Renewable News

Cornish Lithium, the.

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How inverter design contributes to long-term profitability of solar and storage

Utiliity Dive

Attention is turning to lifetime system costs and how they affect the long-term profitability of large-scale DERs.

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European Marine Energy Centre - EMEC streamline wave energy consenting at Billia Croo

Global Renewable News

The European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) has.

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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.