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Court rejects solar farm for wrecking a town’s view, poor consultation

Renew Economy

NSW court rules the solar project didn't take into account its impact on the landscape's character and fell short on community consultation. The post Court rejects solar farm for wrecking a town’s view, poor consultation appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Connecticut Green Bank - Kickstart 2024 Sustainability Goals with Green Liberty Investment

Global Renewable News

Building upon six consecutive sold-out issuances, Connecticut Green Bank launches ninth Green Liberty offering with Raise Green; investments start as low as $100 and support small business energy effi.

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Fossil tax tweak promises to squeeze more money from gas super profits

Renew Economy

Federal treasurer Jim Chalmers says proposed changes to the PRRT will mean the offshore gas industry "pays more tax sooner." The post Fossil tax tweak promises to squeeze more money from gas super profits appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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European Bank for Reconstruction and Development - EBRD loan to support green initiatives in Bulgaria and Greece

Global Renewable News

By Dilara Sarı EBRD provides a 60 million loan to Bulgaria's ProCredit Bank Proceeds to finance green projects in Bulgaria and Greece Projects will focus on climate mitigati.

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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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Enel tapped to build giga-scale solar and wind project on Queensland’s Copperstring line

Renew Economy

Vanadium miner taps Enel Green Power to develop 1GW of renewables to power a major new project in Queensland's North West Minerals Province. The post Enel tapped to build giga-scale solar and wind project on Queensland’s Copperstring line appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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NASA analysis confirms 2023 as warmest year on record

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Earth's average surface temperature in 2023 was the warmest on record, according to an analysis by NASA. Global temperatures last year were around 2.1 degrees Fahrenheit (1.2 degrees Celsius) above the average for NASA's baseline period (1951-1980), scientists from NASA's Goddard Institute for Space Studies (GISS) in New York reported.

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Colorado - Is geothermal energy a viable option to decarbonize Vail's snowmelt system?

Global Renewable News

Vail's snowless pedestrian streets have become a key amenity since the town installed its snowmelt system in the early 2000s. However, while the benefits of the system are now expected, the to.

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2024 Thought Leaders: Charlene Loo

Sustainability Matters

What growth opportunities do you predict for your industry in 2024? Clients and stakeholders will need expert guidance and strategic support in navigating the myriad global challenges but also opportunities they will face in 2024. Whether it is on climate, quality of life or cybersecurity, BSI will be responding to these needs as a trusted partner for organisations looking to accelerate progress towards a sustainable, ethical and digitally safe world.

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U.S. International Development Finance Corporation - US DFC approves loan to Indonesian clean energy firm Medco Cahaya Geothermal

Global Renewable News

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) approved 17 new transactions in the first quarter of FY2024 at the board and sub-board levels, totaling more than $3.3 billion. The transac.

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Hydrogen | Patent and Technology Portfolios Resulting from R&D Funding

Energy Central

Patent and Technology. Portfolios Resulting from HFTO R&D Funding PNNL updates the hydrogen patent portfolio annually (by calendar year) • Since 2008, PNNL has searched and recorded over 7,000 patents and 60,000 patent applications related to hydrogen and fuel cell technologies • PNNL links IP to technologies resulting from HFTO R&D funding.

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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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Duke Energy - Duke Energy offers tips to save energy and money as temperatures plunge in Ohio and Kentucky

Global Renewable News

A wintry mix of precipitation and bitterly cold temperatures are expected to arrive this weekend. Along with severe wind gusts, there is an elevated likelihood for scattered power outages across Ohio.

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ESG Today: Week in Review

ESG Today

This week in ESG news: BCG announces carbon removal & consulting agreement; Microsoft signs massive 12 GW solar deal; BlackRock acquires infrastructure giant GIP; BNP Paribas AM launches new global sustainability strategy; Volvo Cars hires new global head of sustainability; Apex launches new ESG advisory & reporting business; Blackstone’s Sphera acquires sustainable supply chain software provider; Robeco to target sustainable fashion, ‘forever chemicals’ in corporate engagements; capital

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Ontario - Ontario Tech's Brilliant Energy Institute works with community partners to build healthy net-zero communities

Global Renewable News

Town of Whitby Deputy Mayor Maleeha Shahid shares a message on behalf of Durham Regional Chair John Henry at the Durham Environment and Climate Forum at Ontario Tech University (November 14, 2023).

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Business school instant case: where next for ESG ratings?

Financial Times: Moral Money

This teaching case looks at the lack of standardisation in the methodology used to score companies

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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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Equinor - Empire Wind 2 offshore wind project announces reset, seeks new offtake opportunities

Global Renewable News

Equinor and bp today (Jan 3) announced an agreement with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to terminate the Offshore Wind Renewable Energy Certificate (OREC) Agr.

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Hydrogen Market Formation: An Evaluation Framework

Energy Central

The level of global interest in hydrogen has never been higher. One industry association tracked more than 1,000 clean hydrogen project proposals as of January 2023, representing 38 Mt/yr of new clean supply.2 The EFI Foundation is tracking 440 clean hydrogen projects Hydrogen Market Formation: An Evaluation Framework One estimate finds roughly 0.06 Mt/yr.

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E.ON - E.ON opens largest manufacturer-independent test and innovation center for electromobility

Global Renewable News

Highlights State-of-the-art test laboratory with more than 25 test stations and five climate chambers covering around 10,000 square meters Unique in Europe: testing of charging solutions for.

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Australia on track for 82 percent renewables target by 2030; IEA notes global acceleration in Renewables

John Englart

Looking at 2023 renewables achieved a 38.4 percent average share of the electricity grid in Australia. This puts Australia just about on track to meet the 82 per cent renewables by 2030 target. Keep in mind Utility scale solar is still ramping up. New onshore wind farms are in the development pipeline.

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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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The Conversation - Small-scale solar has key benefits, and one critical weakness, over large solar farms

Global Renewable News

A new study shows size matters in solar energy. The first ever life-cycle analysis comparing big and small solar photovoltaic systems has concluded that small-scale solar systems are in fact better fo.

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Construction set to begin on major NSW solar farm

Sustainability Matters

Neoen has provided notice to proceed to a joint venture of Bouygues Construction Australia and Bouygues Energies & Services Australia under an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) turnkey contract, signalling the start of construction of Culcairn Solar Farm. Located 45 km north of Albury, on Wiradjuri country in the NSW Riverina region, the project has been developed by Neoen and is expected to be operational in 2026.

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ScottishPower - Partnership to Propel the Aviation Sector Towards a Hydrogen-Powered Future

Global Renewable News

ScottishPower has partnered with ZeroAvia to explore the development of green hydrogen supply solutions for key airports, which could see the decarbonisation of air travel take off.The collabora.

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Keeping the Australian Open clean and sustainable

Sustainability Matters

Quayclean ’s Australian Open workforce of 1200 cleaners will work 24/7 throughout the 15-day tennis tournament, with 900,000 fans expected to attend the event across the Melbourne & Olympic Park ( M&OP ) precinct. Quayclean is working with Tennis Australia and M&OP to make the tournament a memorable and sustainable event. Over 750 of its team members will be rostered every day of the tournament, covering three separate shifts over a 24-hour period.

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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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New York State Energy Research and Development Authority - New York State Awarded $15 Million In Federal Funding For Electric Vehicle Charging

Global Renewable News

Governor Kathy Hochul today (Jan 12) announced that New York State has been awarded $15 million in federal funding to build out electric vehicle charging. The Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant.

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Major grid-forming battery gets go-ahead in NSW

Sustainability Matters

Early 2024 will see construction begin on a major battery project in NSW — AGL’s 500 MW/1000 MWh grid-forming battery on the site of the retired Liddell power station. The Australian Renewable Energy Agency ( ARENA ) has conditionally approved up to $35 million in funding to the project as part of the Australian Government’s $176 million Large Scale Battery Storage Funding Round.

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Sacramento Municipal Utility District - SMUD joins landmark global coalition for sustainable energy futureCOP28 framework aligns with SMUD's 2030 Zero Carbon Plan

Global Renewable News

SMUD joined 31 global partners to affirm our pledge to fast-track a just and orderly clean energy transition. By signing on to global coalition Utilities for Net Zero Alliance (UNEZA), SMUD and others.

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European business schools dominate in sustainability awards

Financial Times: Moral Money

The FT-InTent awards for responsible business education come as ESG comes under political attack in the US

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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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Eavor - INSEAD acknowledges Eavor CEO John Redfern with their sustainability award for 2023

Global Renewable News

The Co-Founder, President and CEO of Eavor.

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Australia | Mapping Green Steel

Energy Central

[link] [link] Hydrogen for Steel

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AI, satellite data reveal true extent of unmonitored fishing, ocean industry

Eco-Business

A new study shows that more than 75 per cent of industrial fishing activity and almost 30 per cent of transport and energy activity in the oceans has not been tracked by public systems, revealing a significant gap in global observational data.

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WindEurope - The EU built a record 17 GW of new wind energy in 2023 - wind now 19% of electricity production

Global Renewable News

The EU built 17 GW of new wind energy in 2023, slightly up on 2022 - and more than ever in a single year in fact. But that's not enough to reach the EU's 2030 targets. The EU should be buildin.

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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.