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MAY 1, 2025

Published by Action Against Hunger. New York, NY - May 1, 2025 Veronica Lalakal, Community Health Worker In one of Kenyas most remote villages, Veronica Lalakal treks three hours nearly every day to reach families in need. The journey is not easy. Veronica travels over rivers without bridges and unpaved roads that are often obstructed. During the rainy season, the journey becomes far worse as flooding washes away all traces of paths.

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Renew Economy

MAY 1, 2025

Coalition's final campaign act perfectly summarises their true anti-climate, pro fossil fuel colours. Here's hoping voters have paid attention. The post Coalition’s final act of disastrous campaign confirms plan to destroy climate and green energy schemes appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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MAY 1, 2025

A powerful storm system swept across Pennsylvania overnight, bringing damaging winds with speeds over 80 mph, large hail and heavy rainfall. The severe weather caused widespread power outages that are affecting nearly half a million residents, particularly in the Pittsburgh area, and utility providers are working now to restore those areas. Network Update T-Mobiles network in the Pittsburgh area has overlapping coverage , pre-installed backup power at key sites and redundant backhaul routes that

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Whatever happens on election day, its certain that the Coalitions promotion of nuclear power will cost it votes. It will probably cost the Coalition seats and may cost them the election. The post Nuclear power is shaping up as an election loser, and the Murdoch media is not happy appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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3BL Media

MAY 1, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic has sharpened our focus on medical waste management. Once largely overlooked, items such as syringes, personal protective equipment (PPE), and even face masks have become focal points in a broader conversation about sustainability and safety. From hospitals to personal use at homes and the workplace, the surge in medical waste has underscored an urgent need for more sustainable approaches to handling biohazardous materials.

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Renew Economy

MAY 1, 2025

Battery storage hits new record output in evening peak, reaching 5.1 pct of total grid supply for first time and helped along by two newly commissioned battery projects. The post Newly commissioned projects push batteries to output record, and a 5 pct share of the evening peak appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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MAY 1, 2025

South Australia scraps its Hydrogen Power office after cancelling its proposed green hydrogen power plant and redirecting funds for the rescue of the Whyalla steelworks. The post South Australia disbands Hydrogen Power office as Whyalla project officially cancelled appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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MAY 1, 2025

IWBI Signature Interview Series: Q&A with the global banks Head of Real Estate on how its holistic approach integrates people-first strategies into its real estate roadmap Multinational companies are uniquely positioned to advance and scale health and well-being across their global footprint. One standout example is Standard Chartered , which is leading by example through its widescale adoption of the WELL Building Standard (WELL) by way of WELL Certifications, as well as WELL ratings.

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Renew Economy

MAY 1, 2025

Australian head of Spanish renewables giant says western NSW and Queensland could host wind projects at an "offshore scale," but for a much lower "onshore price." The post Wind can deliver “offshore scale” projects for “onshore price” in inland Australia, Spanish giant says appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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MAY 1, 2025

Covia is at the forefront of developing innovative mineral solutions that enhance the performance and sustainability of everyday products. Through dedicated research in polymer science, the company is pioneering advancements in mineral fillers that are revolutionizing how manufacturers approach plastic production across numerous industries. Transforming Plastic Products and Processes Through Advanced Additives At the heart of Covia's innovation is the application of mineral science to polymer te

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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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Renew Economy

MAY 1, 2025

Green group says Bowen Basin coal mine expansion would overwhelm the states emissions reduction efforts and make it "almost impossible" to meet climate targets. The post Environment group mounts legal challenge to stop massive expansion of Queensland coal mine appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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MAY 1, 2025

As businesses around the world face mounting water-related challenges, proactive water stewardship has become more essential than ever. In this a recent live Q&A entitled, Bridging Waters: A Global Panel on Sustainable Water Management Practices, Nadia Jebbour, Head of International Sustainability Services at Antea Group France; Janaina Silva, Water Engineer at Antea Group Brasil; and Natalya Holm, Climate Risk & Water Stewardship Service Line Lead at Antea Group USA, discuss global tren

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

MAY 1, 2025

Animal research on biomusicality, which looks at whether different species are capable of behaving in ways that show they recognize aspects of music, including rhythm and beat, remains a tantalizing field at the intersection of biology and psychology. Now, the highly trained California sea lion who achieved global fame for her ability to bob her head to a beat is finally back: starring in a new study that shows her rhythm is just as precise -- if not better -- than humans.

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MAY 1, 2025

MUMBAI and NEW YORK, May 1, 2025 /3BL/ - Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, reported that its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programming resulted in 8.9 million global hours of employee volunteerism during its 2025 fiscal year, which concluded on March 31, 2025, a growth of over 30% compared to the prior fiscal year.

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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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Renew Economy

MAY 1, 2025

In whats being called an Australian first, network company safely completes the transfer of an energised 500kV powerline in southwestern Victoria. The post “Hot sticks” and “bare handing”: Australias first live transfer of a high voltage powerline completed appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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MAY 1, 2025

The international environmental and social due diligence (ESDD) process can be challenging for even the most seasoned professionals, particularly in Asia Pacific (APAC). The location is unfamiliar, the risk profile is unclear, and challenges are amplified by complex regulatory landscapes, diverse cultural context, language barriers, and varying levels of market maturity.

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Renew Economy

MAY 1, 2025

Transmission company shocks renewable and storage developers with a 50 per cent hike in the cost of connection queries and applications. The post Transmission company jacks up cost of connection queries and applications by 50 per cent appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

MAY 1, 2025

We are energized from last weeks Smart Energy Decisions Net Zero Forum in Lost Pines! A big thank you to the SED team for putting on such a well-organized, insightful, and engaging event. From thoughtful roundtables to spontaneous coffee chats, we connected with some truly impressive individuals on the front line of the energy transition representing some titans of industry with substantial operational, growth, and sustainability (all of which are related!

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Renew Economy

MAY 1, 2025

Electrification could be a significant opportunity for a workforce looking for a future-proof career. But we risk being left in the dark on how to prepare. The post Electrification workforce could dwarf number needed for renewables but will they be ready? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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MAY 1, 2025

Download the Saint-Gobain 2025 Sustainable Construction Barometer Report here. A greater awareness for sustainable construction At the crossroads of demographic, social, energy, and climate challenges faced by societies, the construction sector must accelerate its transformation towards a more sustainable model. This involves designing a built environment that positively contributes to the health and well-being of individuals, is resilient to climate hazards, has low carbon emissions, and provid

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MAY 1, 2025

Queensland has unveiled strict new wind and solar rules that requires developers to obtain "binding agreements" with local councils for new projects. The post Queensland unveils strict new wind and solar rules: No development application without council deal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

MAY 1, 2025

In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, Webster Bank, together with Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester, Massachusetts, (BGCD) celebrated the opening of the Webster Bank Finance Lab, a program created to provide local students the skills needed for financial empowerment and future financial well-being. This program, funded by a $100,000 grant from Webster, is the second collaboration in Massachusetts.

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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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MAY 1, 2025

Cleantech startup Remora announced that it is expanding its solution to capture carbon from vehicles and share revenues from the sale of the captured CO2 to the rail industry, with partnerships in place with companies including Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern. Founded in 2020, Detroit-based Remora provides a solution to capture C02 from vehicle exhaust.

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3BL Media

MAY 1, 2025

EMERYVILLE, Calif., May 1, 2025 /3BL/ - SCS Global Services, the worlds leading third-party certification body, has been accredited to provide verification services under the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Regulatory Module to support compliance with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Currently, SCS is accredited to verify EUDR compliance for FSC Chain of Custody certification, with accreditation for Forest Management certification anticipated in the coming months.

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ESG Today

MAY 1, 2025

Clean energy developer and operator Clearway announced a new long-term power purchase agreement with Microsoft, providing the tech giant with 335 MW of energy from its Mount Storm wind farm project in West Virginia. Clearway acquired the Mount Storm wind farm in 2021, and is currently undergoing a project to repower the facility. The $735 million repowering project includes increasing the wind farms production capacity, while reducing the sites 132 turbines to 78 newer and more efficient turbine

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3BL Media

MAY 1, 2025

MoneyLion is the newest addition to the Gen family of trusted brands! We're thrilled to welcome MoneyLion to Team Gen. Together, we're on a mission to help people grow, manage and secure their digital and financial lives. Its time for the next gen of Gen!

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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

Renew Economy

MAY 1, 2025

The Driven's Sam Parkinson, Tanya Shukla, and Tim Eden discuss Gen Z's take on electric vehicles, what the refreshed Model Y has to offer, and the news of the week. The post The Driven Podcast: Gen Z, EVs and the new Model Y appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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MAY 1, 2025

Driving growth in our region Entergy is benefiting from companies expanding or establishing new operations in the Gulf South. Thats in part because our service area provides access to international markets with proximity to the Mississippi River and the ports along the Gulf Coast. The region already has abundant infrastructure for energy and transportation and available labor.

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ESG Today

MAY 1, 2025

Circular economy startup Syre announced that it has signed an agreement with the province of Binh Dinh, Vietnam with the intention to establish the companys first Gigascale textile-to-textile recycling plant in the province. Founded in 2024, Syre was launched by fashion and design brands company H&M Group and impact-focused venture investor Vargas, to enable the mass production of textile-to-textile recycled materials, and provide a closed loop solution for the clothing industry.

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MAY 1, 2025

CLEVELAND, May 1, 2025 /3BL/ As part of its bicentennial celebration, KeyBank (NYSE: KEY) held a grand opening at its new Heritage Center in Cleveland. As part of the celebration, KeyCorp Chairman and CEO Chris Gorman took part in a ribbon cutting with Key teammates and local dignitaries. The opening of the KeyBank Heritage Center is a centerpiece of our bicentennial celebration.

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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.