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ACCC sues gas company, saying its “love gas” campaign amounts to greenwashing

Renew Economy

Claims about the future of renewable gas will be tested in Federal Court after the competition regulator launched its biggest greenwashing lawsuit to date. The post ACCC sues gas company, saying its “love gas” campaign amounts to greenwashing appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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These 50 Canadian corporations are carving out a more sustainable future

Corporate Knights

If there’s one big takeaway from the results of Corporate Knights’ annual survey of Canada’s Best 50 Corporate Citizens, it’s that there’s no such thing as “business as usual” anymore. The Best 50 ranking was first developed back in 2002 to track the sustainability journeys of Canada’s most environmentally and socially conscious companies. This year’s list shows that corporate Canada’s ethical vanguard is not only actively reducing its carbon footprint, but finding new and creative ways to conne

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Victoria submits “substantially modified” plan for port critical to its offshore wind ambitions

Renew Economy

A new plan for Australia's first offshore wind-dedicated port has been submitted for environmental assessment after an earlier version was ruled out. The post Victoria submits “substantially modified” plan for port critical to its offshore wind ambitions appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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From Design To Impact: Circular Design Across Cisco’s Product Life Cycle

3BL Media

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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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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No private bars, no private gyms: Council lays down law on housing for renewable project workers

Renew Economy

One council has laid down the law on accommodation for workers building large wind and solar projects, and wants to avoid shanty towns and social cliques. The post No private bars, no private gyms: Council lays down law on housing for renewable project workers appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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SLB OneSubsea Secures EPC Contract for Northern Lights CO2 Transport and Storage Project Expansion

3BL Media

SLB (NYSE: SLB) today announced the award of an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract by Equinor (Technical Service Provider) to its OneSubsea™ joint venture for a CO 2 subsea injection system for the Northern Lights phase two project offshore Norway. The final investment decision for phase two was made by the Northern Lights’ owners TotalEnergies, Shell and Equinor following a commercial agreement with an end-use customer, marking a decisive milestone for the adoption of carb

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2025 Best 50 Press Release

Corporate Knights

Toronto, Canada, June 25, 2025 – Renewable electricity producers occupy two of the top three spots in the 2025 edition of Corporate Knights’ ranking of the Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada. Quebec-based Boralex Inc. climbed from 15 th spot on the 2024 list to become the top-ranked company this year. Alberta-based design and engineering firm Stantec once again took second spot, while Quebec-based Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. – among last year’s top five – is in third spot this year.

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Solar Insiders Podcast: The community that built its own renewable grid

Renew Economy

Kait Williamson from Flow Power on how one Victorian town built its own green power solution from the ground up. Plus the news of the week. The post Solar Insiders Podcast: The community that built its own renewable grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Eaton Transforms Retired Coal-Fired Power Plant Into Critical Grid Reliability Asset

3BL Media

PITTSBURGH, June 25, 2025 /3BL/ - Intelligent power management company Eaton is working with Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to repurpose its retired Bull Run Fossil Plant in Clinton, Tennessee into a critical asset supporting reliable and clean energy. As more electricity comes from variable sources and electricity demand increases, maintaining grid stability becomes more challenging as coal plants reach the end of their operating lifecycles.

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Target, Gap Partner with Cleantech Startup Syre to Scale Circular Materials in Textiles

ESG Today

Circular economy startup Syre has announced a strategic partnership with Gap, Houdini Sportswear and Target to decarbonize and dewaste the textile industry through the accelerated adoption of circular polyester. Launched in March 2024 by fashion and design brands company H&M Group and impact-focused Vargas, Syre aims to reduce the environmental footprint of polyester production by replacing virgin fossil fuel-based inputs with recycled fibers sourced from post-consumer textiles.

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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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A Masterclass in What Not To Do: EHS Lessons From Severance

3BL Media

Even if you haven't watched Severance, odds are good you've heard people talking about the hit show using odd terms like "innies" and "outties." First, let’s be clear: the show is not about belly buttons. It's actually much stranger than that. The series follows employees at a mysterious company called Lumen who have undergone a surgical procedure to strictly divide their work selves from their personal lives.

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The Driven Podcast: Plug in or cash out? EVs, V2G and Tesla’s $4.20 gamble

Renew Economy

This week on The Driven Podcast, Sam Parkinson, Tim Eden and Ed Lynch-Bell unpack Europe’s latest EV trends, BYD’s V2G bundle, and Tesla’s $4.20 robotaxi. Plus — why car-share EVs might drive the next big grid shift. The post The Driven Podcast: Plug in or cash out? EVs, V2G and Tesla’s $4.20 gamble appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Did You Know Solar Projects May Qualify for a 30% - 50% Tax Credit?

3BL Media

The Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) has been a cornerstone of commercial solar adoption—offering 30% to 50% in federal tax incentives for qualifying projects. But that opportunity may not last. Pending legislation like the “Big Beautiful Bill” could significantly alter access to these credits. At BioStar Renewables, we’re helping businesses LOCK IN their eligibility with our proven Safe Harbor Strategy —ensuring you don’t miss out on available savings.

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UK Releases Proposed Sustainability and Climate Reporting Standards

ESG Today

The UK government announced today the release of exposure drafts of new UK Sustainability Reporting Standards (UK SRS), based on the sustainability and climate-related standards developed by the IFRS Foundation’s International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), aimed at forming the basis of a framework to deliver sustainability-related financial information to the financial markets.

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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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3M Young Scientist Challenge Announces 2025 National Finalists

3BL Media

ST. PAUL, Minn. and CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 25, 2025 /3BL/ - 3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) today announced the 2025 3M Young Scientist Challenge ( #YoungScientist ) top 10 finalists. As the nation’s premier middle school science competition, the annual 3M Young Scientist Challenge invites students in grades 5-8 to compete for an exclusive mentorship with a 3M scientist, a $25,000 grand prize, and the chance to earn the title of “America’s Top Young Scientist.

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Guest Post – The Climate Solutions Paradox: Why Traditional Net-Zero Targets Maybe Slowing Global Decarbonisation

ESG Today

By: Isabel Fernández de la Fuente, Schneider Electric Sustainability Business As companies accelerate their climate ambitions, traditional net-zero frameworks have become the gold standard. But these models can sometimes fail to account for the full climate impact of companies whose products enable decarbonisation in other sectors. In other words: we risk holding back the very solutions we need to scale.

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The new rules for getting your operating model redesign right

McKinsey Sustainabilty

The goal of a redesign is to increase value, but failure rates are high. New research updates classic rules of redesign to help leaders flip the odds of success.

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Delta’s coal credit crunch means energy companies can now use cash

Renew Economy

Rule change requested by owners of ageing coal plant means energy players can now use cash as credit support, and it could be good news for smaller retailers. The post Delta’s coal credit crunch means energy companies can now use cash appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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IFRS Publishes Guidance to Support Disclosure of Climate Transition Plans

ESG Today

The IFRS Foundation announced the release of a new guidance document, aimed at supporting companies beginning reporting using the International Sustainability Standards Board’s (ISSB) climate-related standard to disclose information on their climate-related transition, and on their transition plans. The new guidance follows the IFRS Foundation’s assumption of responsibility for the Transition Plan Taskforce (TPT) framework last year, in a move designed to help to harmonize sustainability reporti

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Brisbane battery start-up Vaulta secures partnership to make its storage systems in US

Renew Economy

Brisbane based battery manufacturer Vaulta signs partnership with American company to set up a licensed assembly facility in the United States. The post Brisbane battery start-up Vaulta secures partnership to make its storage systems in US appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Ignis Energy - Ignis Energy Announces Final Close of $13.6M Series A Round To Advance Global Geothermal Exploration Portfolio

Global Renewable News

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Microplastics are everywhere, but our methods to track them are all over the place

Envirotec Magazine

A new study suggests citizen science holds untapped potential in measuring microplastic pollution, but chaotic research methods may be clouding the global picture The study from the University of Portsmouth has highlighted the growing role of citizen science in tackling one of the planet’s most pervasive pollution problems: microplastics and mesoplastics.

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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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Adapture Renewables - Adapture Renewables Expands Partnership with Meta Through Two New Agreements in Texas

Global Renewable News

Adapture Renewables, Inc., a utility-scale solar and energy storage developer and owner-operator, announced the execution of two Environmental Attributes Purchase Agreements (EAPAs) with Meta. T.

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$1.4B in new clean energy factories, projects canceled in May: E2

Utiliity Dive

Nearly $15.5 billion in clean energy investments have been canceled since the beginning of the year, representing 30 canceled, closed or downsized projects.

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Ascend Analytics - Ascend Analytics Selected by Tokyo Gas America for First ERCOT Storage Project

Global Renewable News

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Who are Canada's top international corporate citizens of 2025?

Corporate Knights

Who are this year’s top international corporate citizens in Canada? They are selected from companies that are not listed or headquartered in Canada and have the highest scores on the Corporate Knights sustainability rating methodology employed for the 2025 Global 100 most sustainable corporations in the world. Click here to find out what companies made the 2025 Best 50.

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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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Cypress Creek Renewables - Cypress Creek secures EFSEC recommendation on 160MW Carriger Solar project in Washington State

Global Renewable News

Today (June 25) Washington's Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council (EFSEC) voted to approve the Site Certification Agreement (SCA) for Cypress Creek Renewables' 160-megawatt solar projec.

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Microsoft Signs Deal for 4.8 Million Tons of Carbon Removal Generated Through Improved Forest Management

ESG Today

Climate solutions provider Anew Climate and U.S. forestry-focused carbon removal platform Aurora Sustainable Lands announced a new agreement with Microsoft, for the delivery of 4.8 million nature-based carbon removal credits over 10 years, generated through Improved Forest Management (IFM) on U.S forestlands. The deal marks the second agreement between Microsoft, Anew and Aurora, following a 970,000 ton carbon removal agreement announced last year.

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World Green Building Council - New digital tool enables governments to analyse, align, and action bolder building policies ahead of COP30

Global Renewable News

Today, 24 June 2025, WorldGBC and the global GBC network launches a new digital tool, which will help policymakers assess their countries' climate action plans, revealing where further actio.

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Harnessing Agentic AI To Transform Business Process Optimization

3BL Media

Authored by: Baker Tilly’s David Hickey and Bashar Elayyan The need for agility, efficiency and value delivery is more critical than ever for organizations to stay competitive in today’s business landscape. At the heart of this challenge lies business process optimization — the careful design and refinement of workflows to maximize productivity, minimize waste and drive impactful outcomes.

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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.