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Local food isn’t the climate solution you want it to be

GreenBiz

A new study from Nature Food highlights the transportation costs associated with food production, but there's something wonky about the data.

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AEMO urges quicker shift to renewables amid coal failures and soaring fossil fuel costs

Renew Economy

AEMO says fossil fuel crisis makes it clear Australia needs to accelerate its shift to wind, solar and storage to deliver cheap and reliable energy. The post AEMO urges quicker shift to renewables amid coal failures and soaring fossil fuel costs appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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FERC could slash inflation and double renewables with these grid upgrades

GreenBiz

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RES switches on spinning machine to support big Victorian wind farm

Renew Economy

RES switches on synchronous condenser to support the second stage of the huge Murra Warra wind farm in western Victoria. The post RES switches on spinning machine to support big Victorian wind farm appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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The food industry needs to step up on protecting forests

GreenBiz

Food companies are starting to make investments into more sustainable practices but there is still a long way to go.

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“Opportunity cost:” The role played by Snowy’s hydro plants in electricity price spike

Renew Economy

Hydro power is not supposed to cost much, and last quarter it was rarely used but set the price nearly half the time - at an average of more than $300/MWh. Why? The post “Opportunity cost:” The role played by Snowy’s hydro plants in electricity price spike appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Three reasons why US coal power is disappearing – and a Supreme Court ruling won’t save it

Renew Economy

Even despite a rare win in the Supreme Court recently, US coal plants will continue to close down. Here's why. The post Three reasons why US coal power is disappearing – and a Supreme Court ruling won’t save it appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Webinar Recap: The PFAS Risk Game

3BL Media

SOURCE: Antea Group. DESCRIPTION: Per and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, are in countless goods in our world. They are also showing up in our air, water, and landfills as a POP – or a Persistent Organic Pollutant. Some POPs have half-lives of over 100 years, as such they’re pervasive in our environments, which is why they’re referred to as “forever chemicals.

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FFI armed with billion-dollar budget as it seeks to lock down Forrest’s green hydrogen deals

Renew Economy

Andrew Forrest gives Fortescue Future Industries a billion dollar budget to land first deals in his grand green hydrogen strategy, and the first manufacturing plant. The post FFI armed with billion-dollar budget as it seeks to lock down Forrest’s green hydrogen deals appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Sustainable Fleets Made Easy

3BL Media

SOURCE: Booster Fuels. DESCRIPTION: Driven by increasing calls for decarbonization and environmental, social and governance (ESG) stewardship, companies of all sizes and sectors are making aggressive sustainability commitments — a 2020 report found that 80% of companies worldwide now report on sustainability. As businesses take stock of their operations, searching for ways to lower emissions, they must look to fleet transportation as an area for improvement.

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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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Transgrid ticks off first ISP job: Queensland-NSW interconnector upgrade

Renew Economy

Transgrid completes $236m QNI upgrade to increase the flow of electricity between the two states and reduce network constraints. The post Transgrid ticks off first ISP job: Queensland-NSW interconnector upgrade appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Six Women Shaping the Future of Engineering (and Transforming Lives)

3BL Media

SOURCE: Boston Scientific. DESCRIPTION: From Ireland to India, Costa Rica to the U.S., women engineers across the Boston Scientific global network agree: To inspire more women to join the field means encouraging girls who show an interest in learning math or the sciences to pursue their studies. That’s why Catherine, a senior validation engineer in Galway, Ireland who leads a global engineering team, is involved in outreach programs for children in primary and secondary schools, and with SciFest

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Two cheers for the tightening of the safeguard mechanism

Renew Economy

Tightening safeguards is sound policy, but misses easy pickings from electricity and transport, and risks being rendered pointless by new coal and gas projects. The post Two cheers for the tightening of the safeguard mechanism appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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American Airlines Receives Perfect Score on the 2022 Disability Equality Index

3BL Media

SOURCE: American Airlines. SUMMARY: American receives top score on the index for the seventh year in a row. CEO Robert Isom also signed the CEO Letter on Disability Inclusion to call on peers to prioritize inclusion within their organizations. DESCRIPTION: FORT WORTH, Texas, July 28, 2022 /3BL Media/ - For the seventh year in a row, American Airlines received a top score of 100 on the Disability Equality Index® (DEI) and was named one of the best places to work for disability inclusion in 2022.

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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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Unscrambling Cybersecurity Acronyms: The ABCs of Endpoint Security

Cisco CSR

Ransomware and other advanced attacks continue to evolve and threaten organizations around the world. Effectively defending your endpoints from these attacks can be a complex undertaking, and a seemingly endless number of security acronyms only compounds that complexity. There are so many acronyms – EPP, EDR, MEDR, MDR, XDR, and more – for various cybersecurity products and services that it becomes difficult to understand the differences between them and choose the right solution for your organi

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Lillet and O-I Collaboration Wins Sustainable Packaging Award

3BL Media

SOURCE: O-I Glass, Inc. DESCRIPTION: Maison Lillet has won the Millésime Eco-Design award for its sustainable packaging created with O-I. . French distillery Maison Lillet, a subsidiary of Pernod Ricard , worked with O-I to create more environmentally friendly packaging. Continue reading here. Tweet me: Lillet and @OI_Glass collaboration wins sustainable packaging award: [link] @Pernod_Ricard.

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Support Innovation: How Cisco’s TAC is transforming documentation and simplifying self-service

Cisco CSR

Co-author: Ambrose Taylor. You need to add a new switch to a stack of Catalyst 9300 switches, but it will not join the stack. You could open a Technical Assistance Center (TAC) Case for help but would rather find the answers yourself. Finding the answer on your own timeline is the easiest way to solve the problem quickly, which is easily done as you go and find the solution at Verify and Troubleshoot Stackwise on Catalyst’ 9200/9300.

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Wearable Technologies and Massage Create a Healthier and Safer Workplace

3BL Media

SOURCE: CNH Industrial. DESCRIPTION: CNH Industrial and its brands in the agricultural and construction equipment sectors considers the health and safety of its employees a high priority. But with physical jobs, strains resulting from lifting, pulling and repetitive actions on plant production lines can still occur. Therefore, to minimize and treat such injuries, the company’s health and safety teams in North America have invested in a range of ergonomic improvements.

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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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Bill Gates’ Breakthrough Energy Backs Sustainable HVAC Startup Blue Frontier

ESG Today

Sustainable air conditioning technology provider Blue Frontier announced today that it has raised $20 million in a series A financing round, with proceeds aimed at accelerating the company’s ability to bring its product to market, and supporting its goal to eliminate a billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions. The round was led by Bill Gates-founded Breakthrough Energy Ventures, 2150 Urban Tech Sustainability Fund and VoLo Earth Ventures, and was joined by Blue Frontier’s commercialization

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SCS Global Services Welcomes Two European Business Development Directors to Its Ranks

3BL Media

Expansion Answers Increased Demand for Certification Services within the European Union. SOURCE: SCS Global Services. DESCRIPTION: EMERYVILLE, Calif., July 28, 2022 /3BL Media/ - SCS Global Services, an international pioneer and leader in sustainability standards development and third-party certification of environmental, social, safety and quality performance, is proud to announce the addition of two veteran experts to its European business development team.

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Podcast: Is Helium full of hot air?

Stacey Higginbotham

We start this week’s show with a deep dive into a popular post from this week about the Helium network. The report pointed out that Helium only made $6,500 in the month of June from data rates. We explain why that’s not a surprise and what it will take to get those numbers up. Then we talk about Apple’s Air Tags and their potential use to track thieves and suitcases.

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Education Transformation in Nevada: Second Group of Educators Completes InspirED Fellowship With Support From Sands

3BL Media

SOURCE: Las Vegas Sands. DESCRIPTION: The 2021-2022 school year has come to a close, with many Las Vegas families celebrating graduations and other academic accomplishments. This spring brought another major milestone for public education in the state, as Nevada Succeeds with support from Sands Cares completed its second cohort of educators participating in the InspirED Global Fellowship.

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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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Blackstone Invests in Rooftop Solar Solutions Provider Esdec

ESG Today

Alternative investment manager Blackstone announced today a strategic investment in rooftop solar solutions provider Esdec Solar Group. Founded in 2004, Esdec develops and distributes professional rooftop solar racking and mounting systems and solutions for residential and commercial roofs. The company was acquired by private equity investor Rivean Capital and the management team in 2018.

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The 2021 Cadence Sustainability Report Highlights How Their Environmental, Social, and Governance Programs Are Essential

3BL Media

SOURCE: Cadence Design Systems. DESCRIPTION: The 2021 Cadence Sustainability Report highlights how Cadence’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs are essential to our long-term business success and how these programs are making a difference for our employees, customers, and global communities. Watch this video for some of the highlights of our environmental, social, and governance strategies including innovation, environmental stewardship, workforce, governance, privacy and cyber

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The call to rethink government customer experience

McKinsey Sustainabilty

The White House wants to make engaging with the government easier. How can agencies meet the challenge?

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AEG's LA Kings and Blue Shield of California Highlight Equality and Inclusivity at We Are All Kings Camp

3BL Media

SOURCE: AEG. DESCRIPTION: AEG’s LA Kings hosted their second annual “We Are All Kings Camp”, presented by Blue Shield of California, at the Toyota Sports Performance Center in El Segundo, California from July 25 through 29, 2022. The camp, which was led by Blake Bolden who serves as an AHL Scout and Growth and Inclusion Specialist for the LA Kings, promoted diversity and inclusion in the sport of hockey both on and off the ice.

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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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Electric heat pumps will be the cheapest clean option to heat most US homes by 2030: ACEEE

Utiliity Dive

To advance the transition to carbon-free heating, ACEEE’s report calls for additional research and development, incentives and grants to support installation, minimum efficiency standards for heating equipment, and other policies.

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CECP Company Spotlight: Making New Strides in Societal & Community Investment with Applied Materials, Ecolab, & Travelers

3BL Media

SOURCE: Applied Materials. DESCRIPTION: Societal and community investments provide individuals and organizations with tools and skills to improve the quality of life for themselves, their families, and their communities. For many people in underserved communities, certain initiatives are also pathways to homeownership, job creation, and small business development.

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Singapore Unveils Disclosure Rules for ESG Funds to Reduce Greenwashing Risk

ESG Today

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), the central bank and financial regulator of Singapore unveiled new reporting and disclosure requirements for ESG funds targeted at retail investors. Introducing the new rules at a media conference on Thursday, MAS Managing Director Ravi Menon said that the new rules were aimed at enabling investors to better understand the ESG aspects of the funds they invest in, and to reduce the risk of greenwashing, or the exaggeration or misrepresentation of the sus

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Nokia Donates EUR 1,1 Million to Universities in Finland

3BL Media

SOURCE: Nokia. DESCRIPTION: Nokia donates four Finnish universities a total of EUR 1,1 million to support technology research, education and innovation. The donation will be allocated to Aalto University and the universities of Helsinki, Oulu and Tampere. The impact of Nokia’s donation will be further amplified by the Finnish state's campaign to match industry funding for universities.

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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.