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The Palisades Fire is the first big test for California's new home insurance scheme

Corporate Knights

This article by Grist is published here as part of the global journalism collaboration Covering Climate Now. It has been edited to conform with Corporate Knights style. On Tuesday, after a ferocious Santa Ana windstorm blew through Southern California, a severe brush fire broke out in the wealthy Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles, burning 1,000 structures and forcing tens of thousands of residents to evacuate as of Wednesday afternoon.

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GRI Sets Sights on Streamlined Reporting

Chris Hall

Incoming CEO stresses importance of collaboration, outlines plans to leverage technology to address global sustainability challenges. The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) will embark on a new strategy in 2025 to streamline sustainability reporting and help maximise the value of disclosures using its standards driven by stakeholder demand. The strategy will be led by Robin Hodess , who joins as CEO next month from The B Team, an organisation that supports business leaders on sustainability integ

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PFAS in Beauty Products: Understanding the Risks and Building Solutions

3BL Media

In recent years, the conversation around PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances)the so-called "forever chemicals"has grown louder, and for good reason. Known for their durability and resistance to heat, oil, and water, PFAS are present in countless products, including cosmetics and personal care items. These substances not only serve functional purposes, like creating emulsions or providing oil-resistant properties, but they also appear unintentionally as contaminants or impurities in pigment

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Aon Hires Lloyd’s of London CEO John Neal for New Climate Solutions Role

ESG Today

Risk capital and human capital solutions provider Aon announced the appointment of John Neal, who has been serving as CEO of insurance marketplace Lloyds of London, to the newly created role of Global Chairman of Climate Solutions and as Global CEO of Reinsurance. In the new role, Neal will efforts to address the growing and complex risks associated with climate change, helping to tackle increasing weather and catastrophe risks through advanced analytics, innovative solutions and new sources of

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Precision in Motion: Why Process Optimization Is the Future of Manufacturing

Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

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Whirlpool Corporation Teams Up With Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business To Build Habitat Home With Sustainable Features

3BL Media

Whirlpool Corporation employee volunteers worked side-by-side with representatives from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University, Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County and Habitat for Humanity International to help construct a new, sustainable five-bedroom home in Bloomington, IN. This is the 14th home theyve worked together to build. As part of Habitat for Humanitys BuildBetter with Whirlpool initiative, the new home will be climate-resilient and energy efficient.

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EU Platform on Sustainable Finance Unveils Proposals to Simplify, Expand EU Taxonomy

ESG Today

The Platform on Sustainable Finance (PSF), an expert group mandated by the European Commission to advise it on the development of sustainable finance policies, announced the launch of a new consultation on a series of updates to the EU Taxonomy, aimed at simplifying and expanding the classification system for defining sustainable economic activities.

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Biogas in the city: UK developer plans urban plants

Envirotec Magazine

Renewables developer Dark Green Group has said it plans to be the first company in the UK to build a fleet of anaerobic digestion (AD) plants in urban locations. It is developing up to 12 AD plants over the next five years, on urban industrial sites, which together could process over 700,000 tonnes of organic waste per year and power up to 80,000 homes with green gas.

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Why Is the Industry so Pumped About Heat Pumps?

3BL Media

Originally published by HVACinformed.com Until a couple of years ago, most of the talk about heat pumps occurred around this time of year, when more than half the planet prepares for an autumn cooldown. These discussions were typically limited to regions that only experienced moderate winters. But as anyone who has recently perused an HVACR trade magazine or websiteor participated in an industry webinar, event, or social media conversationcan tell you, the topic of heat pumps is virtually unavoi

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How Are U.S. Companies Supporting Those Impacted by the LA Wildfires?

Just Capital

In the last few days, massive LA wildfires have caused thousands of residents to flee their homes for safety. Accuweather is predicting that the total damage from the fire is already totaling nearly $57 billions , and is certain to grow. And while that sum is enormous, it says nothing about the lives and livelihoods lost in the destruction. In the wake of such devastation, companies are stepping in to help out the affected communities.

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New Collection of Free Environmental Education Resources Encourages Students and Teachers To Explore the World

3BL Media

CHARLOTTE, N.C., January 9, 2025 /3BL/ - To empower teachers and students to explore their world, the Environmental Education Initiative offers a curated collection of free environmental education resources for K-12 classrooms. Powered by worldwide edtech leader Discovery Education , the Environmental Education Initiative is a first-of-its-kind effort that helps students engage in environment science, make informed decisions that support healthy environments, and supports civic engagement.

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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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AI chatbot tool helps explore issues around antimicrobial resistance

Envirotec Magazine

A prototype AI chatbot tool has been developed to help pull together vital human, animal and environmental health information to support the global response to antimicrobial resistance (AMR). AMR is when microorganisms that cause infections, such as bacteria and viruses, change over time and no longer respond to antibiotic medicines. It makes serious conditions such as HIV, tuberculosis and malaria more difficult to treat and increases the risk of severe illness, disease spread and death.

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Southwire Announces Investment in Ndustrial To Scale Industrial Energy Efficiency

3BL Media

Southwire Company, LLC, is pleased to announce a strategic investment in Ndustrial.Io, Inc., an AI-powered energy intensity platform for industry. Ndustrial is the largest deployment of energy management and digitization solutions in food logistics and cold chain, processing 100 million data points daily. In the last twelve months, the company has deployed its technology in 122 facilities across 17 countries.

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EQT’s New Transition Infrastructure Strategy Acquires Distributed Energy Company Scale Microgrids

ESG Today

Private equity and venture capital investor EQT Group announced today the distributed energy company Scale Microgrids through its recently launched Transition Infrastructure strategy, from Warburg Pincus and other shareholders. Founded in 2016, New Jersey-based Scale Microgrids is a vertically-integrated energy company, providing services including designing, building, operating, and financing on-site energy systems, enabling the delivery of cheaper, cleaner, and more resilient power for custome

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Repair Café Support Fund launches second year

Envirotec Magazine

Energy-from-waste operator enfinium has launched the second year of its Repair Caf Support Fund, providing an additional 20,000 in funding for Repair Cafs near its facilities and expanding eligibility to include more areas across North Wales. The initiative provides up to 1,500 of grant funding to support eligible Repair Cafs, located nearby its UK operating facilities in West Yorkshire, the West Midlands, Kent and North Wales, to repair faulty household items for free, diverting waste from harm

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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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Sphera Named An Environment, Health and Safety Software Market Leader in Green Quadrant Report, Commended for Capability Breadth

Sphera

In the independent analyst report, Sphera stands out by combining a broad range of environmental differentiators within a comprehensive enterprise Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability solution CHICAGO, IL (January 6, 2025) – Sphera®, the leading provider of Enterprise Sustainability Management (ESM) performance and risk management software, data and consulting services, has been named a market leader in the Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2025 report by independent analyst firm Verdantix.

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Aegon, Cazenove to Adopt FCA’s SDR Sustainability Focus Label for Funds

ESG Today

Asset managers Cazenove Capital and Aegon Asset Management each announced plans to use the new Sustainability Focus label introduced by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)s Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR)for a series of funds, marking the latest step in the adoption of the regulators new sustainable investment fund labelling system.

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Brighton installs one of the largest real-time air quality sensor networks in the UK

Envirotec Magazine

Air quality technology firm EarthSense has announced that its Zephyr monitors have been rolled-out in locations across Sussex to create one of the largest networks of real-time air quality sensors in the UK for Brighton & Hove City Council. Fifty EarthSense Zephyr sensors have been placed in various locations across Sussex, including 40 in Brighton & Hove, and in the Horsham and Newhaven areas.

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Through the Lens of Innovation: Our Top Nine Photos of 2024

3BL Media

In 2024, Action Against Hunger faced hunger crises head-on. We harnessed cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions to bring hope to the worlds most vulnerable communities. With a child dying of malnutrition every 15 seconds somewhere around the world, its imperative that we pioneer and scale up solutions to address hungers causes and consequences.

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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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SGS Acquires GHG Verification Services Provider Aster Global

ESG Today

Geneva-based testing, inspection and certification company SGS announced the acquisition of carbon and greenhouse gas (GHG) validation and verification services firm Aster Global Environmental Solutions, in a move aimed at expanding SGS sustainability services and solutions offerings. Ohio-based Aster Global was launched in 2019 by Janice and Shawn McMahon through the acquisition of Environmental Services, Inc.s Forestry Carbon and Greenhouse Gas Services division.

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Fuel efficiency, power trading, and emissions leakage from driving electric vehicles: Evidence from Chinese provinces

Environmental News Bits

Wei, F., Walls, W. D., & Zheng, X. (2025). Fuel efficiency, power trading, and emissions leakage from driving electric vehicles: Evidence from Chinese provinces. Energy Policy, 198, 114473. [link] Abstract This paper investigates how driving electric vehicles redistributes tailpipe emissions and brings unintended impacts elsewhere.

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$5 million will support development of EV battery recycling in the UK

Envirotec Magazine

UK-based technology firm Altilium has announced a US$5m (around 4.07m) investment to help develop its circular offering for EV batteries, as part of its Series B funding round. The strategic investment comes from Japanese trading and investment group Marubeni Corporation. Altilium said the investment marks a significant milestone in its growth strategy and supports the companys mission to deliver the UKs most sustainable lithium-ion battery materials, through its full battery circularity offerin

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2025 Federal Environmental Symposium

Environmental News Bits

Mar 31-Apr 2, 2025, online and in-person at the National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MDMore information. The Symposium Planning Committee would like to invite all Federal sustainability practitioners, policy makers, and their business partners to participate in the 2025 Federal Environmental Symposium.

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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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T‑Mobile Stands Prepared as Wildfires Impact Southern California (Updated 1/8)

3BL Media

Update: January 8, 2025 Concessions We are offering unlimited talk, text and data for T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Assurance Wireless customers in the cities of Altadena, La Caada Flintridge, Los Angeles, Palisades, Pasadena and Sierra Madre who do not currently have this as part of their service plan, effective Wednesday January 8 through Wednesday January 15.

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Urban Climate Justice Hub

Environmental News Bits

The Urban Climate Justice Hub, a project of the International Institute for Environment and Development, collates and synthesizes data on the impacts of climate change across cities and promotes city-level climate actions that advance resilience and low-carbon development. You can also submit your research, case studies, policy insights or community-based solutions.

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From Fixers to Builders

Stanford Social Innovation

By Trabian Shorters How do we get people of all political identities to willingly support social progress without compromising anyones values? In September 2024, two months before the American public voted Republicans into control of every branch of the US national government, that question was definitively answered at a private, non-political gathering of philanthropic foundation executives and their communications officers.

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Storing carbon in buildings could help address climate change

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Construction materials such as concrete and plastic have the potential to lock away billions of tons of carbon dioxide, according to a new study by civil engineers and earth systems scientists. The study shows that combined with steps to decarbonize the economy, storing CO2 in buildings could help the world achieve goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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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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Mortgage-Free Home Helps Navy Vet Be Closer to Family

3BL Media

Originally published on U.S. Bank company blog Home for the holidays has an entirely new meaning for Cydni OMeally. In early December, the U.S. Navy Veteran received a brand new, fully furnished home in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, from Operation Homefront in partnership with U.S. Bank and homebuilder Veridian Homes. O'Meally had been living in California and moving to the new home brought her closer to her sister, who also lives in Wisconsin.

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Right-sizing artificial intelligence: The overlooked key to more sustainable technology

Cisco CSR

As artificial intelligence (AI) moves from the hypothetical to the real world of practical applications, its becoming clear that bigger is not always better. Check in with Aleksandra Przegaliska and Denise Lee to learn more.

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Saint-Gobain Video Series: Journey to 2030: Asphalt Shingle Reuse

3BL Media

To achieve net-zero carbon by 2050, Saint-Gobain North America must reach key milestones by 2030. In our latest episode of Journey to 2030, Saint-Gobain is paving the way to a more sustainable future! RenuCore TM technology can take shingle waste and recycle it into asphalt pavements instead of letting it go to landfill. Jill Betters tells us all about how Saint-Gobain is raising the roof in sustainability.

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Floods, droughts, then fires: Hydroclimate whiplash is speeding up globally

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Hydroclimate whiplash -- rapid swings between intensely wet and dangerously dry weather -- has already increased globally due to climate change, with further large increases expected as warming continues, according to a team of researchers.

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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