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Methane, water, birds, pollution — how can rice farmers tackle trade-offs?

GreenBiz

Kellogg is working with rice farmers to introduce a new sustainable flooding method that would substantially decrease emissions but also protect bird habitat.

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Costs for new build wind and solar have jumped, but nothing like those of fossil fuels

Renew Economy

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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People Powering Microcredit: Matthew O'Hayer Augments Support of Whole Planet Foundation with $50,000 Donation

3BL Media

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.

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“Big shift in language:” Transgrid welcomes new urgency in transmission plans

Renew Economy

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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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

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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Cummins' Technology Center Celebrates 10 Years of Sound Leadership

3BL Media

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

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Could an emissions reduction trajectory be baked into a capacity mechanism?

Renew Economy

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.

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“Cost difference is staggering:” Why AEMO roadmap falls short of 100% renewables

Renew Economy

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.

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Where the 'radical change' in sustainable investing is going next

GreenBiz

How to become a leader in the high-finance paradigm shift? Follow pioneer Wendy Cromwell.

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Chubb’s big challenge is to restore confidence in Australia’s tainted carbon markets

Renew Economy

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.

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Soaring fertilizer prices are an opportunity for more sustainable farming

GreenBiz

Nature-based solutions, such as farming practices that help farmers reduce or forgo synthetic fertilizers, could be the answer.

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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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Green steelmaking needs urgent advances in technology and mining

Renew Economy

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.

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Why climate advocates should think more like investors

GreenBiz

Why finding a common language between the climate community and finance community is essential for action.

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IEA data exposes “technology not taxes” myth of former Morrison government

Renew Economy

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.

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Satellite imagery helps us understand how rivers suddenly change course

GreenBiz

Learning where and how river banks flood is key to helping the people around them survive.

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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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US Supreme Court curtails EPA’s power to regulate carbon pollution

Renew Economy

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.

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Albertsons Companies and the Albertsons Pride Alliance Donate $16,000 to the Trevor Project

3BL Media

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!

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Energy Insiders Podcast: Australia’s rapid transition to renewables

Renew Economy

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.

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Leading With Inclusion To Leave Dow Better

3BL Media

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.

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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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Top of Mind Security Insights from In-Person Interactions

Cisco CSR

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.

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Celebrating Pride at Pentair

3BL Media

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.

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Podcast: Welcome to the industrial metaverse

Stacey Higginbotham

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.

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Altogether Kohler: Juneteenth Celebration

3BL Media

SOURCE: Kohler Co. DESCRIPTION: Kohler Co.’s BLK Catalyst Business Resource Group kept the Juneteenth celebration going last week with events in Kohler, WI, and Hattiesburg, MS, including a DJ, Black Jeopardy, food from Black-owned businesses, and a panel discussion on the importance and impact of the holiday. Led by the passion of associates, Kohler Business Resource Groups (BRG) are made up of like-minded individuals from across the business and are expanding around the world.

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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.

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ESG’s Report on the Role of XDR in SOC Modernization

Cisco CSR

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.

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Access to CASE IH Machinery Heralds New Era for Somali Farmers

3BL Media

SOURCE: CNH Industrial. DESCRIPTION: June 30, 2022 /3BL Media/ - CNH Industrial has signed a trailblazing import and distribution agreement with Gaalooge Farming & Livestock Cooperative for CASE IH products in Somalia. Following decades of setbacks and severely challenging circumstances, thanks to this recently signed agreement, farmers in Somalia can now look forward to accessing reliable new machinery, as well as service and parts support.

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Intrinio has Partnered with CSRHub to Provide Access to Standardized Environmental, Social, and Governance Ratings

CSR Hub

With ESG data, users can benchmark a firm's ESG ratings against its peers and across its industry.

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Fair Trade USA™ Announces Organizational Changes

3BL Media

Larry Ruff continues in an expanded role as President, rejoins Board of Directors and Monika Vasquez-Pelz joins the Fair Trade Advisory Council. SOURCE: Fair Trade USA. DESCRIPTION: OAKLAND, Calif., June 30, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Fair Trade USA announces two leadership changes to support the ongoing expansion of the organization. Effective immediately, Larry Ruff will serve in the newly restructured President’s role at Fair Trade USA.

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The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges

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.

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Intrinio, the Leading Provider of ESG Data, has Partnered with CSRHub to Provide Access to Standardized Environmental, Social, and Governance Ratings

CSR Hub

With ESG data, users can benchmark a firm's ESG ratings against its peers and across its industry.

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Strengthening Healthcare for the Future: Abbott’s 2030 Global Sustainability Report

3BL Media

SOURCE: Abbott. DESCRIPTION: In the face of significant economic, social and health-related challenges around the world, corporate sustainability has never been more important. Our 2030 Sustainability Plan puts our central purpose of helping people live better, healthier lives at the forefront. We’re laying the foundation for transforming our business over the next decade, advancing healthcare while remaining responsive to the pressing issues of today.

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Seattle residents can request an EV charger on their street

Utiliity Dive

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.

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How One VTeamer Leads the Way in Saving America's Rivers

3BL Media

Dan Zipper, a senior technical program manager at Verizon, picks up trash on his morning walks with Dots. SOURCE: Verizon. DESCRIPTION: On most days, Dan Zipper goes out with his dogs, running trails or walking along the Bill Branch stream near his home in the Baltimore area. On every walk, Zipper picks up litter from the stream — and plenty of it. “My big motivation is plastics because they’re choking the earth,” Zipper says.

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Supercharge Your ESG Content This Libra Season

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.