Investing in next-gen farmers will create resilient food systems
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 17, 2022
USDA to invest up to $550 million will help younger farmers access land and get support, an important boost.
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Memo to CPPIB: There’s no such thing as ‘no-carbon oil’
Corporate Knights
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Adam Scott is d irector and Patrick DeRochie is s enior m anager for Shift Action for Pension Wealth and Planet Health, a charitable initiative that tracks the climate strategies of Canadian pension funds and works to protect pensions and the climate by bringing together beneficiaries and their pension managers to engage on the climate crisis. . Last month, the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) released its 2022 Report on Sustainable Investing , highlighting its commitment to be net-
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Your next corporate job: Protecting biodiversity
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Jobs focusing on preserving and regenerating nature are on the rise. The focus: mitigating risk and seizing opportunity. Will "nature positive" be the next "net zero"?
Solar eliminates nearly all grid demand as its powers South Australia grid during day
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Rooftop and utility scale solar meet equivalent of all of South Australia's electricity demand for more than six hours on Sunday, as "operational demand" nearly eliminated. The post Solar eliminates nearly all grid demand as its powers South Australia grid during day appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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
IBM Teams With 20 Historically Black Colleges and Universities to Address Cybersecurity Talent Shortage
3BL Media
OCTOBER 17, 2022
HBCUs will work with IBM to establish Cybersecurity Leadership Centers, giving students and faculty access to IBM training, software, and certifications at no cost. SOURCE: IBM. DESCRIPTION: WASHINGTON, October 17, 2022 /3BL Media/ - During the National HBCU Week Conference convened by the U.S. Department of Education and the White House, IBM (NYSE: IBM ) announced its collaboration with 20 Historically Black College and Universities (HBCUs) to help them establish Cybersecurity Leadership Center
WA boosts green hydrogen export plans with land allocation, new funds
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 17, 2022
WA allocates land and $5.5m in new funding to fast-track the Mid West Hydrogen Hub, in bid to become a "world class exporter" of renewable hydrogen. The post WA boosts green hydrogen export plans with land allocation, new funds appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Call to fast-track solar recycling as panel waste problem piles up
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 17, 2022
A new international report says Australia needs policy, regulation and more R&D to deal with what could be a very big solar panel waste problem. The post Call to fast-track solar recycling as panel waste problem piles up appeared first on RenewEconomy.
PPA prices jump 9.6% in Q3 as growing demand hits supply chain, transmission roadblocks: LevelTen
Utiliity Dive
OCTOBER 17, 2022
While the Inflation Reduction Act has spurred greater excitement about renewable energy, it has yet to slow a 34% year-over-year increase in power purchase agreement prices, according to LevelTen Energy.
Snowy contractor shares plunge after it reveals “acute” working capital issues
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Shares in the owner of one of the two main contractors to Snowy 2.0 plunge on Monday after revealing evaporating profits and working capital problems. The post Snowy contractor shares plunge after it reveals “acute” working capital issues appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Enabling the Web Evolution
Cisco CSR
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Co-authored by Aravind Srikumar. This blog is part two of a four-part series discussing Cisco’s routing and automation strategy, the trends and inflections we see in those areas, and how we are guiding our customers through their digital transformation journeys. See part one here. Cisco has made significant investments in silicon, systems, software, and architectures to lead the next era of networking.
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
Rooftop solar smashes demand and supply records in world’s biggest isolated grid
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Rooftop solar provides nearly three quarters of demand in world's biggest isolated grid, sending "operational" demand to record low for third time in eight days. The post Rooftop solar smashes demand and supply records in world’s biggest isolated grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Making Merger and Acquisition Cybersecurity More Manageable
Cisco CSR
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Dan Burke is the director of strategy, risk, and compliance for AppDynamics, a company acquired by Cisco in 2017. Burke and his team are a vital part of the Cisco acquisition process in helping acquired companies adhere to a higher level of cybersecurity. This blog is the fourth in a series focused on M&A cybersecurity, following Shiva Persaud’s post on When It Comes to M&A, Security Is a Journey.
BlackRock’s Akaysha scores coup with contract to build “world’s most powerful” battery
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Start-up bought by funds giant BlackRock snares contract to build Waratah Super Battery, now dubbed "most powerful battery in the world.". The post BlackRock’s Akaysha scores coup with contract to build “world’s most powerful” battery appeared first on RenewEconomy.
How Matter is a key step forward for cybersecurity
Stacey Higginbotham
OCTOBER 17, 2022
This story was originally published in my Oct. 14 weekly IoT newsletter. One of my favorite things about the Matter home interoperability protocol is that even if it doesn’t make it easy to manage my crazy complex smart home right from the beginning — or ultimately, ever — it does mandate some basic security requirements for connected devices.
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.
Does the NEM have a future in the energy transition? Or will states resort to MIMBYism?
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 17, 2022
While AEMO has a market-wide plan for the shift to renewables, some states are transparently protecting their own interests. It’s the opposite of NIMBYism. The post Does the NEM have a future in the energy transition? Or will states resort to MIMBYism? appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Dreaming Big and Trusting in Talent: Getting To Know John Loveseth
3BL Media
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Global lead of the company’s CLIMB People and Business Resource Group John Loveseth sits down to share his thoughts on his career journey within the company, and what inspires him in his role leading CLIMB. SOURCE: Bristol Myers Squibb Company. DESCRIPTION: Meet John Loveseth, the global lead for CLIMB (Cultivating Leadership in Millennials and Beyond), one of our eight People & Business Resource Groups (PBRGs) at Bristol Myers Squibb.
Are fossil fuels on the nose? Opposition spreads to government and the cricket pitch
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Social and financial support for Australia’s fossil fuel industry is deteriorating amid reports of greenwashing, harmful subsidies and soured alliances. The post Are fossil fuels on the nose? Opposition spreads to government and the cricket pitch appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Tapestry Named a Reuters Responsible Business Award Finalist in D, E, & I
3BL Media
OCTOBER 17, 2022
SOURCE: Tapestry, Inc. DESCRIPTION: We are thrilled that Tapestry has been named a Reuters Responsible Business Award finalist in the diversity, equity and inclusion category. Our culture empowers people to bring their authentic selves to work, and this recognition is a direct reflection of our teams’ commitments to driving equity, inclusion and diversity within each of our brands and our workplaces.
Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?
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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.
CEO of Australia’s only solar panel manufacturer to step down
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Tindo Solar announces a change at the top, with the company's CEO Shayne Jaenisch stepping down at the end of the year, after five years in the role. The post CEO of Australia’s only solar panel manufacturer to step down appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Advanced Recycling: A Critical Tool for Achieving Plastics Circularity
3BL Media
OCTOBER 17, 2022
SOURCE: Antea Group. DESCRIPTION: The demand for plastic is expected to nearly double by 2030. Today, the supply of recycled plastics only meets 6% of the overall North American plastics demand, resulting in a significant opportunity for recycled plastics to fill the industry need. According to Smithers in an article published in May 2022, the rapid growth of post-consumer recycled plastic (PCR) packaging is expected through 2026.
When critical minerals and decarbonisation collide: Eight value-add refining proposals
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 17, 2022
A look at $10bn-plus of newer projects in Australia and NZ that value-add across a range of resources critical to the clean energy transition. The post When critical minerals and decarbonisation collide: Eight value-add refining proposals appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Edwards Lifesciences Joins Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council
3BL Media
OCTOBER 17, 2022
SOURCE: Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council. DESCRIPTION: The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council (HPRC) is excited to welcome as a new member, Edwards Lifesciences the global leader in patient-focused medical innovations for structural heart disease and critical care monitoring. “We are very pleased to welcome Edwards Lifesciences as a new member,” said Peylina Chu, Director of HPRC.
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
How solar installers can leverage the IRA to boost business
Utiliity Dive
OCTOBER 17, 2022
The Inflation Reduction Act is set to spur a major wave of home electrification across the country. But, achieving this depends on the expansion of renewable energy like solar and battery storage.
FedEx Helps Local Nonprofits Address Specialized Nutrition Needs
3BL Media
OCTOBER 17, 2022
SOURCE: FedEx Corporation. DESCRIPTION: September is Hunger Action Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness of hunger in America and finding solutions within our communities. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture , over 33 million people in the U.S. lived in food-insecure households in 2021. For many, the local food bank provides a lifeline for families in need, but what if you also have a medical condition such as cancer, heart disease, HIV/AIDS, or other serious illness that req
The big break: How retailers can break habits to support diverse-owned businesses
McKinsey Sustainabilty
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Our recent consumer survey found two important facts about American consumers. And retailers should take note.
Herbalife Nutrition Marks Three Years of Tackling Food Insecurity With Release of Its Nutrition for Zero Hunger Food Insecurity Impact and Renews Pledge To Help End Global Hunger
3BL Media
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Initiative Renews $2.3 Million Commitment, Underscoring Growing Need for Critical Resources and Nutrition Expertise. SOURCE: Herbalife Nutrition. DESCRIPTION: LOS ANGELES, October 17, 2022 /3BL Media/ - In recognition of World Food Day, Herbalife Nutrition, a premier global nutrition company, is celebrating three years of its Nutrition for Zero Hunger (NFZH) initiative, which aims to help end global hunger.
What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?
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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
Tesla, Google, other corporate power buyers back FERC interconnection reform plan but see pitfalls
Utiliity Dive
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Google urged the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to make sure any final interconnection rules don’t give utilities an advantage over independent power producers.
Blackstone Charitable Foundation Announces $3M Grant To Significantly Expand Career Accelerator With Blackstone Career Pathways Partner Year Up
3BL Media
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Blackstone Career Pathways will continue to expand across portfolio companies; builds on success of the Blackstone Veterans Hiring Initiative, with more than 100,000 veterans, veteran spouses and caregivers hired across portfolio since 2013. SOURCE: Blackstone. DESCRIPTION: NEW YORK, October 17, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Blackstone (NYSE: BX) today announced that the Blackstone Charitable Foundation will provide a $3 million grant over three years to Year Up, one of the nation’s most impactful workforc
Can Scotland Become A Leader in Renewable Energy?
Impakter
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Impakter. Can Scotland Become A Leader in Renewable Energy? After renewable energy production in Scotland fell in 2021, new power projects and worse weather allowed Scotland’s energy sector to bounce back with record highs in the second quarter of 2022. Scotland currently produces the most renewable energy per capita among the British nations. To many observers, it seems as though Scotland is receiving little […].
The Impact Podcast With John Shegerian Features Kimberly-Clark’s Lisa Morden
3BL Media
OCTOBER 17, 2022
SOURCE: Kimberly-Clark Corporation. DESCRIPTION: Lisa Morden, Kimberly-Clark’s vice president of safety, sustainability and occupational health, was a recent guest on The Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. In this episode, Lisa shared Kimberly-Clark’s biggest sustainability challenges and opportunities, how growing up in a small town in the heart of Canada’s boreal forest influenced her views on safeguarding natural resources, and why sustainability is a team sport.
What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?
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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.
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