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Sodium-sulfur battery tests long duration energy storage in Australian first pilot

Renew Economy

The sodium-sulfur battery, topped with solar panels and offering just under six hours of storage capacity, is being tested at a remote WA mine site. The post Sodium-sulfur battery tests long duration energy storage in Australian first pilot appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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ESG Today: Week in Review

ESG Today

This week in ESG news: EU delays sector-specific sustainability reporting rules; Canada’s $80 billion response to the Inflation Reduction Act; Mercedes-Benz pledges to reduce emissions 80%; Investor group announces position to end financing of new oil & gas projects; JPMorgan builds out sustainable growth equity team; EU adopts rule requiring zero-emission cars by 2035; UK delays anti-greenwashing rules for investors; Bloomberg launches SFDR-aligned investment selection tool; capital raises

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Powerful new consortium joins rush for offshore wind with massive project in Victoria

Renew Economy

UK energy giant SSE teams up with Equis to seek a feasibility licence for its massive Poseidon offshore wind project in Victoria. The post Powerful new consortium joins rush for offshore wind with massive project in Victoria appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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European Geothermal Energy Council - Pact for Skills: Launch of large-scale renewable energy skills partnership

Global Renewable News

EGEC is coordinating the work with GCP.

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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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Some of Australia’s biggest solar and wind farms hit badly by new grid assessment

Renew Economy

Some of country's biggest wind and solar projects hit badly by new grid assessment, although impact has been muted by delays to transmission upgrades and coal plant repairs. The post Some of Australia’s biggest solar and wind farms hit badly by new grid assessment appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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AEP Appalachian Power - Appalachian Power files for approval of renewable energy resources

Global Renewable News

In a filing made today (March 31) with the.

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U.S. Department of Energy - DOE Launches Second Round of Clean Energy Innovator Fellowship Program

Global Renewable News

Fellows Will Gain Career Experience with.

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Petrol is the new coal, as roadtrips and Bali holidays push up emissions

Renew Economy

Petroleum emissions are set to overtake those from electricity and gas combined, as transport becomes Australia's newest climate embarrassment. The post Petrol is the new coal, as roadtrips and Bali holidays push up emissions appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Pacific Gas and Electric Company - PG&E's 'Sustainability Bond' Transaction to Support Investments in Grid Resilience and Carbon ReductionBond Issuance is PG&E's First Under New Sustainable Finance Framework Focused on Green and Social Projects

Global Renewable News

In support of its commitment to healing the.

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Snowy 2.0 contractor and owner fined for river pollution in national park

Renew Economy

Snowy Hydro and the major contractor for the Snowy 2.0 project hit by fines in the latest bad news to affect the controversial project. The post Snowy 2.0 contractor and owner fined for river pollution in national park appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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International Energy Agency - Global heat pump sales continue double-digit growthAt current growth rates, heat pumps would nearly double their share of heating in buildings by 2030

Global Renewable News

Global sales of heat pumps1 grew by 11% in.

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NSW formally opens big battery tender as questions loom over Eraring closure

Renew Economy

NSW formally launches tender for 380MW of new firming capacity, as questions remain over new Labor government's intentions for country's biggest coal plant. The post NSW formally opens big battery tender as questions loom over Eraring closure appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Portland General Electric Company - Portland General Electric Files Inaugural Clean Energy PlanPlan outlines 2030 targets are achievable with tools and resources commercially available today

Global Renewable News

Portland General Electric (PGE) (NYSE:POR).

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Only 5% of FTSE 100 companies have ‘credible’ climate transition plans, says EY

Financial Times: Moral Money

Tiny minority of biggest UK public companies would meet draft government guidelines

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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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International Energy Agency - Irish and French Ministers to co-chair the IEA's 2024 Ministerial that will mark the Agency's 50th anniversaryAustralian, Canadian, Dutch and Polish Ministers will serve as vice chairs of event taking place in February 2024

Global Renewable News

Irish Minister for Environment, Climate and.

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Gas giant makes Strait claim

Green Career News

ExxonMobil claims it is running out of gas in the Bass Strait.

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Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis - Renewable energy is the only sustainable, long-term solution to meet India's rising peak power demand

Global Renewable News

Key Findings Soaring.

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Indonesia Gets US Grant, and Help from NuScale, for SMRs on Borneo

Energy Central

Indonesia Gets US Grant, and Help from NuScale, for SMRs on Borneo Thorcon to Support Pre-Licensing Consultation for 500 MW Advanced Reactor with Indonesia Nuclear Safety Ministry Thorium Energy Alliance Inks MOU with El Salvador Thorium’s Long-Term Potential in Nuclear Energy: IAEA Analysis EDF Sets Up Subsidiary to Focus On Nuward SMR Type One Fusion Energy Group Raises.

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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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Eolus - Notice of Annual General Meeting in Eolus Vind AB (publ)

Global Renewable News

The shareholders of Eolus Vind AB (publ) Reg.

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ESG regulatory scrutiny expected to slow ETF development

Financial Times: Moral Money

Experts agree demand is strong, but uncertainty over regulations is having an impact

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Enefit Green - Enefit Green acquires Liivi offshore wind farm project

Global Renewable News

Enefit Green has acquired the Liivi offshore.

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New fuel site looms

Green Career News

Backers are lining up for a $400 million sustainable aviation fuel factory in Queensland.

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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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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - EPA Proposes Air Permit for Construction Activity at Revolution Wind Offshore Wind Project

Global Renewable News

Today (March 31), the U.S. Environmental.

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Green predictions could save

Green Career News

Experts say more predictable renewable energy could lower costs.

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Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult - ORE Catapult response: Powering up Britain – Energy Security Plan

Global Renewable News

Today (March 30), the UK Government launched.

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Students for sustainability… Earth School Singapore founder Cassandra Yip-Lee

Eco-Business

The 23-year-old started Singapore’s first nonprofit school for environmental education. She talks about the challenge of integrating environmental themes into traditional curriculums and making children feel more connected to nature.

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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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RenewableUK - Wind power sets new annual electricity generation records

Global Renewable News

New statistics released by the Government.

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On borrowed time: Educator Neo Xiaoyun on why we should care for ‘land about to be lost’ in urban Singapore

Eco-Business

Can a small plot of land stand for something bigger, or be "a proposal of alternative values" that runs contrary to utilitarian aspirations that many associate Singapore with?

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Alliant Energy Corporation - Marshalltown YMCA-YWCA announces solar project with Alliant EnergyPartnership will make use of donated land while generating lease payments for next two decades

Global Renewable News

The Marshalltown YMCA-YWCA announces a.

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'A matter of survival': Why Indonesian steel giant Gunung Raja Paksi is going net-zero

Eco-Business

With carbon border taxes making life hard for high-carbon industries, Gunung Raja Paksi feared it could not export if it did not slash emissions. Eco-Business asks the firm's top executives Kimin Tanoto and Kelvin Hu about the task ahead.

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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.