Where the 'radical change' in sustainable investing is going next
GreenBiz
JUNE 30, 2022
How to become a leader in the high-finance paradigm shift? Follow pioneer Wendy Cromwell.
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Costs for new build wind and solar have jumped, but nothing like those of fossil fuels
Renew Economy
JUNE 30, 2022
BNEF reports temporary cost rises for renewables, driven by increased cost of materials, freight, fuel and labor. But solar and wind are still way cheaper than coal and gas. The post Costs for new build wind and solar have jumped, but nothing like those of fossil fuels appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Methane, water, birds, pollution — how can rice farmers tackle trade-offs?
GreenBiz
JUNE 30, 2022
Kellogg is working with rice farmers to introduce a new sustainable flooding method that would substantially decrease emissions but also protect bird habitat.
Green steelmaking needs urgent advances in technology and mining
Renew Economy
JUNE 30, 2022
Technology to cut steelmaking emissions is in the early stages, but such transitions can accelerate, as shown by wind and solar. The post Green steelmaking needs urgent advances in technology and mining 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
Why climate advocates should think more like investors
GreenBiz
JUNE 30, 2022
Why finding a common language between the climate community and finance community is essential for action.
“Big shift in language:” Transgrid welcomes new urgency in transmission plans
Renew Economy
JUNE 30, 2022
Transgrid says switch to green energy is going to accelerate, particularly after the disruption in global energy markets. The post “Big shift in language:” Transgrid welcomes new urgency in transmission plans appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Could an emissions reduction trajectory be baked into a capacity mechanism?
Renew Economy
JUNE 30, 2022
Energy ministers will decide which technologies will be eligible in a capacity mechanism, but the ESB chief says emissions cuts could be built into its design. The post Could an emissions reduction trajectory be baked into a capacity mechanism? appeared first on RenewEconomy.
People Powering Microcredit: Matthew O'Hayer Augments Support of Whole Planet Foundation with $50,000 Donation
3BL Media
JUNE 30, 2022
SOURCE: Whole Foods Market Foundations. DESCRIPTION: Back in 2007, when Matt O’Hayer started pasture-raising hens, his thoughts were never just on the birds in their care, but in using whatever means at their disposal to effect lasting change. Directly, that meant challenging long-held assumptions in the food business – that sustainable could not mean scalable, and vice versa.
“Cost difference is staggering:” Why AEMO roadmap falls short of 100% renewables
Renew Economy
JUNE 30, 2022
AEMO's main roadmap shows Australia's main grid getting close, but not quite, to 100 per cent renewables over a year. Here's why. The post “Cost difference is staggering:” Why AEMO roadmap falls short of 100% renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Cummins' Technology Center Celebrates 10 Years of Sound Leadership
3BL Media
JUNE 30, 2022
SOURCE: Cummins Inc. DESCRIPTION: FRIDLEY, Minn., June 30, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Cummins Inc.’s Acoustical Technology Center (ATC) at the company’s Power Generation facility in Fridley, Minnesota, is celebrating its 10th anniversary playing a critical role in the delivery of the quietest power generation products on the planet. The center is the largest of its kind in the world, with a hemi-anechoic chamber that is 105 feet long, 80 feet wide and 36.5 feet high, capable of recording precision-grade
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
IEA data exposes “technology not taxes” myth of former Morrison government
Renew Economy
JUNE 30, 2022
Public funding of energy research collapsed under the Coalition, with more funds spent on fossil fuel technologies than renewables, IEA data shows. The post IEA data exposes “technology not taxes” myth of former Morrison government appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Mastercard Commits to Delivering Economic Empowerment Tools and Resources to More Than One Million Women in Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras
3BL Media
JUNE 30, 2022
Company to empower women and girls in Northern Central America with access to training, capital, business networks and financial tools needed to succeed in the digital economy through Mastercard led and sponsored programs. SOURCE: The Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth. DESCRIPTION: LOS ANGELES, June 24, 2022 /3BL Media/ - During the 9th Summit of the Americas held in Los Angeles, California, Mastercard reinforced its commitment to advancing financial and digital inclusion in El Salvador, Gu
Chubb’s big challenge is to restore confidence in Australia’s tainted carbon markets
Renew Economy
JUNE 30, 2022
Labor taps former chief scientist Ian Chubb with the task of restoring confidence in Australia's troubled carbon offsets regime. The post Chubb’s big challenge is to restore confidence in Australia’s tainted carbon markets appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Satellite imagery helps us understand how rivers suddenly change course
GreenBiz
JUNE 30, 2022
Learning where and how river banks flood is key to helping the people around them survive.
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.
US Supreme Court curtails EPA’s power to regulate carbon pollution
Renew Economy
JUNE 30, 2022
Ruling by activist court doesn’t take away the EPA’s power to regulate carbon emissions from power plants, but it makes federal action much harder. The post US Supreme Court curtails EPA’s power to regulate carbon pollution appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Top of Mind Security Insights from In-Person Interactions
Cisco CSR
JUNE 30, 2022
The past few months have been chockfull of conversations with security customers, partners, and industry leaders. After two years of virtual engagements, in-person events like our CISO Forum and Cisco Live as well as the industry’s RSA Conference underscore the power of face-to-face interactions. It’s a reminder of just how enriching conversations are and how incredibly interconnected the world is.
Energy Insiders Podcast: Australia’s rapid transition to renewables
Renew Economy
JUNE 30, 2022
AEMO lays out roadmap for a rapid transition to renewables, Baringa's Alan Rai joins us to discuss the high points and the lows. The post Energy Insiders Podcast: Australia’s rapid transition to renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.
What IT loves about Webex Control Hub
Cisco CSR
JUNE 30, 2022
In collaboration with Fernando Quintanilla, Ervin Carrillo, and German Cheung. We work from just about anywhere. Coffee shops, airplanes, kitchen tables. The nature of our work is hybrid and when we aren’t in shared spaces with our colleagues, we rely on our collaboration suite to keep us connected. As the collaboration leader for video endpoints across Cisco, my day revolves quite heavily around Webex and delivering consistent collaboration experiences to Webex users.
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.
Urgent Corporate Action on Deforestation Needed to Meet Climate Goals: Report
ESG Today
JUNE 30, 2022
A significant and immediate increase in corporate action to address deforestation is needed in order to achieve global climate goals, according to a new report released by the UN-backed Race to Zero. According to the report, “Why Net Zero Needs Deforestation Now,” deforestation attributable to companies with land-based value chains, particularly in the forest, land and agriculture sectors, is responsible for a significant proportion of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
ESG’s Report on the Role of XDR in SOC Modernization
Cisco CSR
JUNE 30, 2022
Extended Detection and Response, or XDR, the cybersecurity topic that dominated the RSA conference 2022 show floor with multiple vendors, has been getting a lot of attention lately, and for good reason. A connected, unified approach to detection and response promises to give security professionals all the tools and capabilities they need to address the ever-growing attack surface.
From crude oil to chemicals: How refineries can adapt to shifting demand
McKinsey Sustainabilty
JUNE 30, 2022
The energy transition will reduce demand for oil products but increase opportunities to capture the growing demand for petrochemicals.
Intrinio has Partnered with CSRHub to Provide Access to Standardized Environmental, Social, and Governance Ratings
CSR Hub
JUNE 30, 2022
With ESG data, users can benchmark a firm's ESG ratings against its peers and across its industry.
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
Albertsons Companies and the Albertsons Pride Alliance Donate $16,000 to the Trevor Project
3BL Media
JUNE 30, 2022
SOURCE: Albertsons Companies. DESCRIPTION: The Albertsons Pride Alliance celebrates the company's recent donation to The Trevor Project, an organization working towards creating a safer world for LGBTQ+ youth. Hear from the Pride Alliance board, Albertsons Companies Executives Susan Morris and Christy Duncan-Anderson, and Trevor Project representative Adali Hernandez about the importance of this partnership!
Intrinio, the Leading Provider of ESG Data, has Partnered with CSRHub to Provide Access to Standardized Environmental, Social, and Governance Ratings
CSR Hub
JUNE 30, 2022
With ESG data, users can benchmark a firm's ESG ratings against its peers and across its industry.
Leading With Inclusion To Leave Dow Better
3BL Media
JUNE 30, 2022
By Karen S. Carter, Chief Human Resources Officer and Chief Inclusion Officer. SOURCE: DOW. DESCRIPTION: With our 125-year anniversary upon us, we spoke with our chief Human Resources Officer and chief Inclusion Officer, Karen S. Carter, to reflect on Dow’s journey and progress in the space of inclusion, diversity and equity (ID&E) and what she expects the next 125 years will bring.
Podcast: Welcome to the industrial metaverse
Stacey Higginbotham
JUNE 30, 2022
It’s been a minute since we’ve discussed the metaverse, but this week we cover Siemens’ deal with Nvidia to create the metaverse for the industrial IoT. It’s part of several announcements this week from Siemens that include an acquisition and a new product launch for smart buildings. We also dig into some Apple rumors about a new HomePod , whether or not you’ll want to use the iPad as a home hub , and Kevin’s advice for folks trying to adopt HomeKit.
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
Celebrating Pride at Pentair
3BL Media
JUNE 30, 2022
SOURCE: Pentair. DESCRIPTION: by Adrian Chiu, EVP, Chief Human Resources Officer and Chief Transformation Officer. In celebration of Pride Month, last week Pentair employees from around the world came together for a virtual panel discussion event to learn about the LGBTQ+ community and the history behind Pride Month, and to share ideas for how to build a more inclusive workplace for LGBTQ+ employees.
Seattle residents can request an EV charger on their street
Utiliity Dive
JUNE 30, 2022
By installing chargers on utility poles and freestanding structures, Seattle aims to meet the charging needs of residents in multifamily housing or others who don’t have garages and other spots where most EV charging occurs.
Majid Al Futtaim Achieves the Well Health-Safety Rating for Its HQ and Announces One of Mena Region's Largest Well Health-Safety Rating Enrollments in the Retail Sector
3BL Media
JUNE 30, 2022
29 malls and 11 office buildings enrolled to pursue the International WELL Building Institute’s WELL Health-Safety Rating. SOURCE: International WELL Building Institute. DESCRIPTION: NEW YORK, June 30, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) today announced that Majid Al Futtaim has enrolled 29 major malls and 11 office buildings across the Middle East and North Africa in the WELL Health-Safety Rating.
A single approach to culture transformation may not fit all
McKinsey Sustainabilty
JUNE 30, 2022
It can be hard for organizations with many independent business units to achieve cohesion among them and transform their culture. Remember: it’s better to bend than break.
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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