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There are more CEOs named Michael than female CEOs in Canada

Corporate Knights

Earlier this year, Canadian National Railway Co. did something few corporations around the globe have done: it made a woman the head of the company. When CN named Tracy Robinson president and CEO in January, the company with a market value of $90 billion and nearly 25,000 employees became Canada’s fifth publicly listed corporation to currently have a woman leading its C-suite. .

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Carving out your sustainability career in the private sector

GreenBiz

The director of ESG for skincare company Rodan + Fields talks about how she created the role at her company and how she sees ESG evolving across the industry.

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“Amazing:” Origin bowled over by rush of offers from solar and wind projects

Renew Economy

Origin "amazed" by number of wind and solar projects knocking on the door since Eraring closure announced, with some interesting pricing proposals. The post “Amazing:” Origin bowled over by rush of offers from solar and wind projects appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Sustainability will be a breakthrough for women in leadership

GreenBiz

This last year has seen a step change in corporate and consumer engagement with climate issues, and alongside this, the role of Chief Sustainability Officer has rocketed in importance.

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

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.

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Eraring battery to be built in two stages, as Origin targets 2GW virtual power plant

Renew Economy

Origin outlines plans for Eraring big battery, and for a 2GW virtual power plant which it says will provide "very low cost" replacement for coal. The post Eraring battery to be built in two stages, as Origin targets 2GW virtual power plant appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Carving out your own sustainability career in the private sector

GreenBiz

The director of ESG for skincare company Rodan + Fields talks about how she created the role at her company and how she sees ESG evolving across the industry.

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Deckers Highlights Partnership With HERproject This International Women's Day

3BL Media

SOURCE: Deckers Brands. DESCRIPTION: Women make up the majority of factory workers in the footwear and apparel sector, so we partnered with HERproject, in 2016, to bring increased well-being, confidence, and economic potential to the women and men on our supply chain. . HERproject is a collaborative initiative through the Business for Social Responsibility (BSR) that strives to empower low-income women working in global supply chains.

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Higher prices and food shortages to hit Australia as climate crises worsens

Renew Economy

Higher food prices and empty supermarket shelves could become common practice under worsening climate change. The post Higher prices and food shortages to hit Australia as climate crises worsens appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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LBX's Executive Chairman Mark Jensen on Girl Gone Crypto with Lea Thompson

3BL Media

SOURCE: Land Betterment Corporation. DESCRIPTION: The newest episode of Girl Gone Crypto with Lea Thompson features our very own Mark Jensen , executive chairman of the Land Betterment Exchange. It’s a fantastic interview that explores LBX’s mission to revolutionize land stewardship using crypto. Check it out! [link] . About Land Betterment Exchange (LBX).

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An idea for advancing transit equity through increased accessibility

GreenBiz

Over 46 million people in the United States are underserved by traditional forms of public transit.

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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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The Future of the CSO | Aditya Birla Group | Episode 1

3BL Media

SOURCE: Acre. DESCRIPTION: What do we talk about in Episode 1: The Future of the CSO? With the role of the Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) ever-evolving, Acre has the duty of uncovering the skills, knowledge and insights from our network of current leaders in the industry to share with the next generation of change-makers. Over the last 3 months, Acre has teamed up with Mike Barry, previous CSO of Marks and Spencer, to interview the brightest and the best in the industry.

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Green hydrogen could be competitive within next few years, Origin chief says

Renew Economy

Origin Energy sets its sights on supplying green hydrogen for transport and industrial operations, set to be cost competitive "in coming years". The post Green hydrogen could be competitive within next few years, Origin chief says appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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One in Three Women Attempt to Shatter the Glass Ceiling Amidst Ongoing Hardship

3BL Media

SOURCE: HP Inc. DESCRIPTION: The pandemic has changed the way we live and work, and women in particular have been disproportionally affected by the global shift. In spring 2020, approximately 3.5 million mothers with school-age children lost jobs or left the workforce in the U.S. Although jobs have returned, there are 1.1 million fewer women in the workforce than in February 2020.

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Queensland solar and wind pipeline warrants higher renewables target, says report

Renew Economy

Green groups call on Queensland government to aim higher on renewables, pointing to ample wind and solar project pipeline. The post Queensland solar and wind pipeline warrants higher renewables target, says report appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Let's Keep Pushing for Equality This International Women's Day

3BL Media

NortonLifeLock supports Women4Cyber, Reboot Representation, and women in technology all year long. SOURCE: NortonLifeLock. SUMMARY: Today is International Women’s Day and we're excited to announce our new partnership with Women4Cyber, a nonprofit European foundation that works to promote, encourage, and support the participation of women in cybersecurity.

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Europe’s 16,000 terawatt hour question: How to survive without Russian gas

Renew Economy

Europe can survive without Russian gas next winter. The bad news is that it will be very expensive and highly disruptive. The post Europe’s 16,000 terawatt hour question: How to survive without Russian gas appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The Women of Keysight

3BL Media

SOURCE: Keysight Technologies. DESCRIPTION: Women have a significant impact on Keysight’s culture, on the technology landscape, and on the innovations we create. Today, on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the accomplishments of women around the world. Take a look at the women of Keysight in this video. Tweet me: Women have a significant impact on @Keysight’s culture, on the technology landscape, and on the innovations the company creates.

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Pennsylvania is a ‘window on the future’ of the green economy

GreenBiz

Larger investments in green infrastructure create growing need for workers with green skills.

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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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Marathon Petroleum Grant Makes Dental Care Accessible To Underserved Youth in Salt Lake City

3BL Media

SOURCE: Marathon Petroleum Corporation. SUMMARY: Marathon Petroleum provided a $50,000 grant to Roseman University of Health Sciences College of Dental Medicine in Salt Lake City. The grant will fund dental screenings, cleanings and other dental services for children and teens from low-income households. This grant aligns with Marathon Petroleum’s Thriving Communities priority by addressing some of the most basic needs of the community.

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8 women shaping the future of finance and ESG

GreenBiz

Little by little, the glass ceiling is cracking.

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WA’s first vertically integrated battery graphite company launches IPO

Renew Economy

International Graphite launches IPO to accelerates plans to become first vertically integrated, ASX-listed graphite company operating entirely in WA. The post WA’s first vertically integrated battery graphite company launches IPO appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Why materiality assessments should focus on impacts, not perception

GreenBiz

A shift in defining stakeholders is key.

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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.

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Chevron Wins at EGYPS 2022 Global Equality in Energy Awards

3BL Media

Company named Employer of the Year Championing Inclusion, Diversity and Equality. SOURCE: Chevron Corporation. DESCRIPTION: SAN RAMON, Calif., March 8, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) announced it has been named Employer of the Year Championing Inclusion, Diversity and Equality at the Egypt Petroleum Show (EGYPS) 2022 conference in Egypt held February 14 to 16.

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How to Make Coherent Optics Small and Pluggable: Cisco Optics Podcast Episode 20 notes

Cisco CSR

Episode 20 of the Cisco Optics Podcast is now posted! See below for episode notes. Podcast episodes are now being added to the Cisco Optics playlist on YouTube ! Cisco Optics Podcast Episode 20. Cisco Optics Podcast Episode 20. How to Make Coherent Optics Small and Pluggable, with Tom Williams. Part 1 of 5. Coherent optics have been the go-to solution for high-end optical transport systems for years.

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These Programs Are Helping to Close the Gender Gap in the Workplace

3BL Media

SOURCE: Bloomberg. DESCRIPTION: Originally posted on bloomberg.com. Did you know that women represent just 27% of all managerial positions across industries worldwide? And that due to the effects of the pandemic, it will now take a whole generation more – from 99.5 years to 135.6 years – to close the gender gap? Although women have made gains in the workplace, they remain significantly underrepresented at all levels of management.

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Florida passes net metering bill that will gut rooftop solar, advocates say, as they call for a veto

Utiliity Dive

The bill, widely supported by utilities, would "throttle" customer-owned solar in the state, according to distributed energy advocates.

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The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges

In our latest edition of Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Scorpio Edition, 3BL embraces the perspective of one of the zodiac's most misunderstood signs: Scorpio. While this sign often has a darker view of the world, they do not shy away from shining a light on controversial topics. This month we take a deep dive into corporate pullback of DEI and how companies can utilize astrological advice to reinvent its social impact communication.

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Delivering for Good: Critical PPE to India Amidst COVID-19 Surge

3BL Media

SOURCE: FedEx Corporation. DESCRIPTION: In the spring of 2021, India experienced an unprecedented surge in COVID-19 cases, and countries, businesses, and NGOs around the world offered to help. FedEx donated two FedEx Boeing 777F charter flights to move over 3,000 oxygen concentrators and nearly 2 million masks for Direct Relief from Newark, New Jersey to Mumbai and Delhi, India.

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Researchers find potentially vulnerable smart home devices

Stacey Higginbotham

Smart home devices from major manufacturers including Amazon and Samsung appear to be using old, vulnerable software to handle the encryption of data from their devices, according to research published earlier this week. The findings were derived from a pool of data on smart home device behavior by way of consumers who had downloaded and run a program called IoT Inspector.

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Calling on Women to Continue Pursuing Their Aspirations

3BL Media

SOURCE: Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG). DESCRIPTION: By Kim Hanemann President and Chief Operating Officer at PSE&G. International Women's Day is an opportunity for all of us to celebrate the contributions of women in creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. It’s also a day that encourages everyone, including me, to reflect on how much the workplace and society have changed – and changed for the better.

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Update on Synthetic turf: risk and impacts associated with floods and bushfires

John Englart

Mitchelton Football club synthetic turf field damaged by flooding of Kedron Brook (Brisbane) The Queensland and NSW Flood disasters in February and March 2022 highlighted other risks and impacts that were not included in my Literature Review on Synthetic Turf (2021). The Guardian reported on a football club in north-west Brisbane seeing its $1.5m synthetic playing field damaged and equipment.

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Supercharge Your ESG Content This Libra Season

Throughout Climate Week, a feeling of urgency on tackling the climate crisis was palpable. Yet, questions continue to linger about corporate progress. Are we truly moving the needle or are we stuck in a cycle of empty statements and a flood of reports and guidelines? In the latest edition of Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Libra Edition , we use Climate Week outcomes to explore how brands can communicate progress credibly.