GreenBiz

MARCH 17, 2023

In Minnesota alone, the value of metals and materials that could be mined from electronic waste has an estimated value of over $2.8 billion annually.

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Corporate Knights

MARCH 17, 2023

First Nations have been resisting the historic and ongoing impacts of Canada’s extractive economy on their communities by exercising their right to self-governance and taking control of their economic futures. Creative disruption stands in contrast to creative destruction , a term coined by Austrian political economist Joseph Schumpeter. Schumpeter argued that capitalism causes old ideas and technology to quickly become obsolete through the process of innovation.

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GreenBiz

MARCH 17, 2023

Tech entrepreneur Mitch Kapor and social impact pioneer Freada Kapor Klein chat about diversity, rethinking startup compensation, and the role of corporations in supporting diverse entrepreneurs.

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ESG Today

MARCH 17, 2023

Climate tech solutions startup Andes announced the completion of a $30 million Series A funding round, aimed at enabling the company to expand its microorganism-based carbon removal solution and commercialize its carbon removal credits. Alameda, California-based Andes uses microorganisms to permanently remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Through partnerships with farmers, the microorganisms are added to soil along with agricultural seeds, such as corn and wheat, and grow with the plan roo

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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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GreenBiz

MARCH 17, 2023

The US solar industry shrank by 16% in 2022. It was a volatile year characterized by the anticircumvention investigation, widespread equipment detentions at ports and the historic victory of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). On balance, all the uncertainty surrounding various trade issues as well as supply chain constraints took their toll on industry growth.

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TEDxInnovations

MARCH 17, 2023

Middle school is a time like no other, as significant biological and emotional changes coincide with profound personal growth, says educator Jerome Hunter. The middle school for boys that he founded centers on a program that helps redefine masculinity through what he calls the three "Cs" -- confidence, communication and community. He shares the growth he's seen when boys are encouraged to explore their own empathy -- and how it could lead to a more just world.

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Stacey Higginbotham

MARCH 17, 2023

Qualcomm releases 5G modules designed to work in the IoT : At Embedded World Qualcomm released new integrated 5G modules that support four operating systems found in the IoT. The new processors will support Linux, Ubuntu, Microsoft Windows IoT Enterprise, and Android. Qualcomm also introduced two new processors designed for robotics with general compute, AI-specific accelerators, and wireless modems.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

MARCH 17, 2023

More than 85% of the world's bird, mammal, and amphibian species live in mountains, particularly in forest habitats, but researchers report that these forests are disappearing at an accelerating rate. Globally, we have lost 78.1 million hectares (7.1%) of mountain forest since 2000 -- an area larger than the size of Texas. Much of the loss occurred in tropical biodiversity hotspots, putting increasing pressure on threatened species.

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Impakter

MARCH 17, 2023

Impakter It’s All Green: The Economic Benefits of Environmentalism What use are environmental ethics in a world of economic self-interest? Do you live in a world of greed but long for a world of good? I have always longed for a world where people are as interested in each other’s good as in their own, only to find that most people would rather compete […] The post It’s All Green: The Economic Benefits of Environmentalism appeared first on Impakter.

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Utiliity Dive

MARCH 17, 2023

“Transmission reform addresses all of the major priorities that I've set out for this commission: reliability, affordability and sustainability,” Acting FERC Chairman Willie Phillips said Thursday.

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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.

Impakter

MARCH 17, 2023

Impakter What Is Rewilding And Why Is It So Controversial? The idea of rewilding, in simple terms, is letting nature run its course once again within areas of land that have been cultivated by human beings. This includes the reintroduction of species that have been driven away from the area by human activity or become locally extinct. Different areas within nature can become interlinked and […] The post What Is Rewilding And Why Is It So Controversial?

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

MARCH 17, 2023

Women are well represented in the country’s workforce but are relatively scarce at the top—and that won’t change anytime soon given current promotion trends. Yet companies can act to turn the tide.

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Impakter

MARCH 17, 2023

Impakter How Russia Aims to Stop Moldova’s Pro-Western Path When the European Commission recommended Moldova for EU membership in June 2022 it said: “Provided the country’s leaders stay on course, we believe that the country has the potential to live up to the requirements.” Since then, Russia has been doing everything short of invading to shift the country’s course.

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Utiliity Dive

MARCH 17, 2023

In New England, quick action is needed to ease ‘knife’s edge’ winter-time operations, Commissioner Allison Clements said Thursday.

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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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Impakter

MARCH 17, 2023

Impakter GPT-4: What is The World’s Most Advanced AI Companion Capable Of? If you’ve got whiplash, you’re not alone. Not in the scheming insurance advert kind of way, in the “OpenAI just dropped GPT-4 and I was still working through the existential crisis triggered by ChatGPT” kind of way. On Tuesday this week, OpenAI released the much-anticipated upgrade of the current AI language model which their eloquent […] The post GPT-4: What is The World’s Most Advanced AI Companion Capable Of?

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ESG Today

MARCH 17, 2023

Home appliance manufacturer Whirlpool announced that it has reached the goal of Zero Waste to Landfill at all of its large manufacturing sites worldwide, marking the achievement of a sustainability ambition first set by the company in 2012. According to the company, by the end of 2022, each of its large manufacturing sites had achieved Gold or Platinum status in alignment with the UL ECVP 2799 Zero Waste to Landfill standard, which requires 95%-99% diversion, including waste to energy (Gold) or

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Impakter

MARCH 17, 2023

Impakter Space Junk: Has Earth’s Orbit Become Our Scrap Yard? NASA experts are calling for a treaty to prevent “space junk” from irreparably threatening activity in Earth’s orbit. The treaty, NASA says, needs to be legally binding in order to keep the relatively new space industry sustainable. Our planet is already thought to be surrounded by 9000 satellites, yet Earth’s orbit is predicted to only […] The post Space Junk: Has Earth’s Orbit Become Our Scrap Yard?

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Utiliity Dive

MARCH 17, 2023

Asked by an analyst if NuScale will seek to increase subscriptions from members, power producers yet to join the consortium or others, Colbert said, “All of the above.

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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

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

MARCH 17, 2023

New research has looked at the long-term environmental impact of different methods to control Japanese knotweed. Different ways of trying to control the invasive species have developed over the years but now, as sustainability becomes increasingly important, understanding the effect of these management methods is vital.This new study examines at the entire life cycle and long-term impacts of different management approaches.

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Alternative Energy Mag

MARCH 17, 2023

The market for electric aircraft is expected to expand almost 20.6% over the next decade and generate $50.86 billion in annual revenue in 2032, according to Precedence Research.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

MARCH 17, 2023

Leading edge technology has uncovered secrets about a world-renowned fossil hoard that could offer vital clues about early life on earth. Researchers who analysed the 400 million-year-old-cache, found in rural north-east Scotland, say their findings reveal better preservation of the fossils at a molecular level than was previously anticipated.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

MARCH 17, 2023

In the face of industry headwinds, pharmacies can work to make the most of their distinct advantages to meet shifting consumer needs.

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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.

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

MARCH 17, 2023

Without plants, we'd have no air to breathe or food to eat, yet plant science lingers in the shadowy wings while other fields take center stage. With the goal of shining the spotlight on plants, a new study presents the field's top 100 most pressing questions for research to address the greatest challenges facing humanity.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

MARCH 17, 2023

Facing critical staff shortages, state Chief Administrative Officers are moving forward with newly invigorated strategies for attracting and retaining workers.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

MARCH 17, 2023

Researchers show that rivers in the Andean mountains contribute 35% and 72% of riverine emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2 ) and methane (CH4 ) in the Amazon basin, the world's largest river.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

MARCH 17, 2023

To create and sustain high performance, private equity sponsors must make building distinctive PE CEOs a priority. Here’s how.

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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.

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

MARCH 17, 2023

Mapping a large coastal glacier in Alaska revealed that its bulk sits below sea level and is undercut by channels, making it vulnerable to accelerated melting in an already deteriorating coastal habitat.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

MARCH 17, 2023

Beware of solving for enterprise multiples instead of value creation.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

MARCH 17, 2023

It is extremely rare for a new plant species to be discovered in Japan, a nation where flora has been extensively studied and documented. Nevertheless, botanists recently uncovered a stunning new species of orchid whose rosy pink petals bear a striking resemblance to glasswork. Interestingly, it can be found in familiar environments such as lawns and parks, and even in private gardens and on balconies.

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Environmental Finance

MARCH 17, 2023

A legal perspective on the complications of raising and managing an impact fund is provided by Oliver Rochman , William Yonge , Carl Valenstein , Zeke Johnson and Divya Thakur.

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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.