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A new plan to kick-start the energy transition at Canadian companies

Corporate Knights

The path to a cleaner economy is well-populated by net-zero targets, but credible plans to achieve those goals have remained elusive. Now, a finance-driven initiative called Business Future Pathways wants to help Canadian companies do what’s needed to get fossil fuels out of their business models. From the perspective of the urgency of the climate crisis, progress toward real transition plans has been agonizingly slow.

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Broken Hill blackout: Network operator knew its back-up was out of action, but didn’t tell anyone

Renew Economy

Report into Broken Hill blackout advocates micro-grids, but also finds that network operator Transgrid failed to report fact one of its back-up generators was broken. The post Broken Hill blackout: Network operator knew its back-up was out of action, but didn’t tell anyone appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How AirCarbon Is Turning Greenhouse Gases Into Ocean-Friendly Plastic Alternatives

3BL Media

As World Oceans Day approaches on June 8, 2025, we are reminded of the urgent need to protect our blue planet. This year’s theme, “Sustainable Fishing Means More,” highlights the growing demand for innovation to preserve marine ecosystems and fight climate change. Among the most promising breakthroughs in ocean-inspired sustainability is AirCarbon®, a regenerative, carbon-negative material created by Newlight Technologies.

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Overcoming two issues that are sinking gen AI programs

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Skip to main content Overcoming two issues that are sinking gen AI programs June 6, 2025 | Article Curt Jacobsen  Erik Witte Kaz Kazmier  Oscar Villarreal Hard experience has revealed common technology pitfalls in building a gen AI capability and proven strategies for overcoming them. Growth in the generative AI era looks like a classic case of “two steps forward, one step back.” As companies come to grips with the unique complexities of gen AI, initial progress leads to reversals and

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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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Sustainability Report: Proactively Protecting Biodiversity

3BL Media

At Marathon Petroleum, we use proactive measures to protect diverse plant and animal species and to preserve their natural habitats in areas where we operate. Our Operational Excellence Management System (OEMS) provides the procedural framework to account for the potential effects of our activities on ecosystems and prepare necessary mitigation procedures.

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Sustainable Food Products and Agriculture Tier 2 Definitions

Corporate Knights

Sustainable Food Products and Agriculture Definitions The post Sustainable Food Products and Agriculture Tier 2 Definitions appeared first on Corporate Knights.

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Extreme weather is wiping out amphibians—Here’s where it’s worst

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Frogs, salamanders, and other amphibians are not just battling habitat loss and pollution they're now also contending with increasingly brutal heat waves and droughts. A sweeping 40-year study shows a direct link between the rise in extreme weather events and the growing number of species landing on the endangered list. Europe, the Amazon, and Madagascar have become danger zones, with amphibians unable to adapt quickly enough.

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A Well of Hope in Wajid

3BL Media

Published by Action Against Hunger. By Ahmed Issak Hussein In Wajid, Somalia , a town gripped by drought, the rhythmic clatter of newly installed handpumps signals hope. For the families in Wajid's Tawakal Internal Displacement Camp, water scarcity has long been a challenge, affecting not just hydration but also livelihoods and daily survival. Life in Tawakal has always been defined by the struggle for water.

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Certified and Unstoppable: Recertify with Rev Up

Cisco CSR

Skip to content Cisco Blogs / Learn with Cisco / Certified and Unstoppable: Recertify with Rev Up June 6, 2025 Leave a Comment Learn with Cisco Certified and Unstoppable: Recertify with Rev Up 2 min read Natarshia Mosley Rev Up to Recert Bonus is now available: Learn and earn up to 45 Continuing Education credits for free until August 7, 2025. Read the announcement below for details.

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Henkel Production Sites: On the Front Lines of Sustainability

3BL Media

From adhesives to laundry detergents to hand soaps to hair care, Henkel products are heavyweights in terms of performance. But these days, they are manufactured with less impact on the environment, thanks to ongoing efforts from employees at production sites across North America. "Our manufacturing sites are key to Henkel’s goal to become climate positive by 2040.

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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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Investing in living better: Quality of life and the future of business

McKinsey Sustainabilty

The quality-of-life market is extending beyond the health and well-being industries. An executive survey reveals how investors and businesses can capture the market potential of living better.

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LA Kings and Grades of Green Team Up To Create Vital Green Spaces for Students Through Adopt-A-School Program

3BL Media

AEG’s LA Kings teamed up with environmental nonprofit Grades of Green to revitalize green spaces at two schools in Inglewood, CA. The initiative sought to empower students through hands-on learning and environmental education as part of Grades of Green’s Adopt-A-School Garden Program. On Wednesday, May 28, LA Kings employees along with volunteers from SoCalGas worked side by side with 60 students at Bennett-Kew Elementary School to transform the school’s garden into a vibrant learning environmen

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Direct Air Capture Startup Aircapture Raises $50 Million to Remove and Re-use CO2 at Industrial Sites

ESG Today

Carbon removal technology company Aircapture announced that it has raised $50 million in a Series A funding round, with proceeds from the financing aimed at scaling its Direct Air Capture (DAC) systems to capture and re-use CO2 at industrial sites. Founded in 2019, California-based Aircapture provides modular on-site DAC machines that capture CO2 from the atmosphere, and makes it available for customers’ production processes.

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Duke Energy Supports North Carolina Emergency Response Organizations With $500,000 in Storm Preparedness Funds

3BL Media

HERO grants will fund emergency preparedness equipment and first responder training to support local efforts Funding will benefit 20 vital disaster response organizations, including local government agencies and nonprofits CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 6, 2025 /3BL/ - As North Carolina communities prepare for storm season, Duke Energy today announced new support for preparedness initiatives led by local emergency response organizations across the state.

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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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Four in five ecologists in England feel undervalued by government, industry survey finds

Envirotec Magazine

An overwhelming majority of environmental practitioners in England feel grossly undervalued by politicians, the public and other professions, according to a survey conducted by the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM). These findings have emerged despite heightened public awareness and mounting political momentum to address environmental challenges.

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Teva 2024 Healthy Future Report: Health System Strengthening and Capacity Building

3BL Media

At Teva, we are all in for better health. Increasing access to quality medicines is fundamental to improving the health of patients and the success of our business. In order to achieve lasting impact, we have expanded a number of our access programs to go beyond the product by incorporating Health System Strengthening and Capacity Building efforts. Capacity building is critical for ensuring sustainable and resilient healthcare systems, directly contributing to our mission of expanding access to

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Bain, Terralytiq Partner to Provide Supply Chain Decarbonization Solutions

ESG Today

Global management consulting firm Bain & Company and supply chain decarbonization intelligence solutions startup Terralytiq announced the launch of a new strategic partnership, aimed at enabling companies to optimize supply chains for carbon and costs, and to help deliver lower carbon products. Founded in 2023, Terralytiq provides a platform providing companies with transparency into industrial value chains, automating the collection of Scope 3 data to enable tracking of suppliers’ progress

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Markey Researchers Awarded $6.8 Million To Help Others Replicate Kentucky’s Lung Cancer Screening Success

3BL Media

Originally published on University of Kentucky Research News A groundbreaking lung cancer screening project co-led by the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center and the University of Colorado (CU) Cancer Center is expanding its reach, thanks to a $6.8 million grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, an independent charitable organization.

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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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From Design to Impact: Circular design across Cisco’s product life cycle

Cisco CSR

The following is an excerpt from our FY24 Purpose Report, celebrating 40 years of impact at Cisco. Data and metrics are reflective of Cisco’s fiscal year 2024, ending on July 31, 2024. Circular design means designing products, packaging, and systems that enable reuse, minimize environmental impacts, drive innovation, and realize value for our stakeholders.

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GoDaddy 2024 Sustainability Report: Customers & Communities | Community Engagement

3BL Media

Originally published in GoDaddy's 2024 Sustainability Report Community Engagement At GoDaddy, we’re dedicated to building and promoting a culture that celebrates community. We strive to create a more successful workplace and a stronger, more connected global landscape throughout our industry. We take a human- centered approach to empower our employees and the communities in which we operate, including entrepreneurs we serve.

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Schneider Electric Appoints Esther Finidori as New Chief Sustainability Officer

ESG Today

Energy and electrification advisory, services, and software solutions provider Schneider Electric announced the appointment of Esther Finidori as its new Chief Sustainability Officer. In her new role, Finidori will lead the development and deployment of Schneider Electric’s new sustainability strategy, and will join the company’s Executive Committee.

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Innovation and Automation in Power Delivery: Creating Efficiencies

3BL Media

Demand for improvements to the electric grid continues to increase, and utilities are looking for solutions to execute work quickly, accurately, and efficiently. In addition to employing large teams of engineering experts, utilities benefit by accessing tools that leverage digitization and automation. The end goal: capturing large amounts of data with precision and accuracy, processing the data efficiently, and generating high quality engineering products in a fraction of the time required by ma

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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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Macquarie, BCI Acquire Waste-to-Product Recycling Company Renewi

ESG Today

Macquarie Asset Management and British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) announced the completion of their acquisition of European waste-to-product company Renewi, in a deal valuing the company at approximately £707 million (USD$957 million). Headquartered in the UK, Renewi focuses on extracting value from waste and used materials, diverting waste flows from incineration or landfill, operating around 150 facilities across the Netherlands, Belgium, France, and Portugal.

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WK Kellogg Co Joins Gleaners Community Food Bank and Kroger To Help Fight Childhood Hunger in Southeastern Michigan

3BL Media

At WK Kellogg Co , we are committed to supporting kids and our communities — starting with making sure every child has access to the food they need to grow and be healthy, especially during the summer months when school meals are no longer available. That’s why we are proud to team up with Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan and Kroger for the annual Children’s Hospital of Michigan Cereal Drive.

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Transferability is transforming clean energy project finance, say dealmakers

Utiliity Dive

The ability to transfer tax credits has allowed for new investors, new structures and faster deals, experts say, but is threatened by congressional budget proposals.

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Dakar 2026 Learning Academy Officially Launches With First Cohort of Young Professionals

3BL Media

International Olympic Committee news The Dakar 2026 Learning Academy, a new flagship legacy initiative designed to recruit and train over 400 young professionals in Games delivery, was officially launched on Wednesday. The inauguration ceremony was held as part of the seventh visit of the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s Dakar 2026 Coordination Commission (CoCom) to Senegal.

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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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ESA publishes Circular Economy “vision” for 2040

Envirotec Magazine

Meeting the 2040 target will require a 75% recycling rate for municipal waste, and similar streams The Environmental Services Association has published a position paper setting out its “vision” for a circular economy by 2040. The document was launched during an evening reception held by the group, a trade body for the UK’s waste and resource management, at the National Portrait Gallery on Wednesday 4 June attended by Defra Minister, Mary Creagh, and Deputy Chair of the Government’s Circula

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Elanco Releases New Report Highlighting the Significance of America's Itchy Dogs and the Need for Itch Relief

3BL Media

The first-of-its-kind report includes results from multiple surveys revealing just how badly dogs around the country are itching for relief. Data reveals that nearly 9 in 10 dogs in the U.S. are "itchy dogs" according to their pet owners, having experienced symptoms of itchiness at some point in the year. 1 Allergy season makes itch worse, with 83% of pet owners saying that increased pollen levels affect their dog's itch. 1 Veterinarians are the most trusted ally in solving dogs' itch, and the m

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Sustainability in pharmaceutical analysis: Greenness assessment of HPLC methods for paclitaxel

Environmental News Bits

Rajput, R., & Desai, S. (2025). Sustainability in pharmaceutical analysis: Greenness assessment of HPLC methods for paclitaxel. Discover Chemistry, 2(1), 79. [link] [open access] Abstract Sustainability in pharmaceutical analysis is gaining significant attention, driven by global initiatives to reduce environmental impact and enhance operational efficiency.

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Meta, Constellation ink 20-year nuclear power deal to support AI goals

Utiliity Dive

The power purchase agreement will also extend operations at Constellation’s Clinton Clean Energy Center in Illinois for two decades and replace an expiring state tax credit.

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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.