Unilever threatens to quit trade associations that block climate policy
GreenBiz
MARCH 21, 2024
The company says it will cut ties with groups that obstruct progress on Paris Agreement net-zero goals.
GreenBiz
MARCH 21, 2024
The company says it will cut ties with groups that obstruct progress on Paris Agreement net-zero goals.
Renew Economy
MARCH 21, 2024
We’re a quarter of the way through the 21st century and Australia has yet to materialise the investment strategy to capitalise on its unique competitive advantage. The post Australia has massive battery opportunity, and it needs to think big and go hard to seize it appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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GreenBiz
MARCH 21, 2024
One of the world’s largest consulting firms is the first company to set a Carbon Integrity Platinum Claim for reductions of current and ongoing greenhouse gas emissions.
Renew Economy
MARCH 21, 2024
CEC launches national advertising campaign against nuclear push as former chief scientist Alan Finkel says pausing renewables for nuclear will set back climate action for two decades. The post Clean Energy Council launches national ad campaign against “nuclear distraction” appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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
Corporate Knights
MARCH 21, 2024
Transportation is the largest source of planet-warming gases in the United States, which makes reducing tailpipe pollution as quickly as possible essential to meeting our climate goals. The Biden administration took a huge stride toward that goal Wednesday when it unveiled the tightest limits the nation has ever placed on vehicle emissions. The rule, which follows three years of deliberation among regulators, automakers, and others, places increasingly stringent standards on the amount of CO2 an
Renew Economy
MARCH 21, 2024
A vast source NT gas up for development could waste billions of taxpayer and investor dollars by being unable to compete with a "glut" of foreign LNG. The post Beetaloo gas a “massive sinkhole” for taxpayers, investors appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Renew Economy
MARCH 21, 2024
A dairy farm in regional Victoria has installed a solar and battery storage system to milk its cows more cheaply in the early mornings and evenings. The post Dairy farm installs huge solar and battery system to milk cows off-peak appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
MARCH 21, 2024
Amid starting a new job, moving from Texas to Louisiana and juggling the ever-changing challenges that presented themselves due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, there remained one point of consistent focus for Thomas Green in 2022: the next race. In just one year, Green completed the Houston Marathon in January, IRONMAN Texas in April, the Montreal Marathon in September and IRONMAN Florida in November.
Renew Economy
MARCH 21, 2024
Zero hopes to build a commercial-scale production plant combining its technology with green hydrogen, renewable power, and carbon capture. The post Zero Petroleum eyes renewables rich South Australia for green fuels plant appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
MARCH 21, 2024
Originally published on Built From Scratch ATLANTA, March 21, 2024 /3BL/ – The Home Depot is opening four new distribution centers, expanding its pro ecosystem to Detroit, southern Los Angeles, San Antonio and Toronto in 2024. The new facilities are a key component of The Home Depot’s strategy to better serve pro customers – whether they’re the pro customers that The Home Depot has traditionally served through the store, or pros working on larger, more complex projects.
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
Renew Economy
MARCH 21, 2024
A regional airstrip is standing in the way of Fortescue plans to build a wind farm and battery in Western Australia's Wheatbelt region. The post Fortescue wind and battery plan hits turbulence over impact on regional airfield appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
MARCH 21, 2024
CNH brand New Holland is back at the 10 th Rio Open. With the aim of bringing together the countryside and the city through sport, the CNH brand sponsored the largest tennis tournament in South America for the second consecutive year. The event was held between February 17 and 25 at the Brazilian Jockey Club, in Rio de Janeiro (RJ), bringing together some of the most important names in world tennis.
Renew Economy
MARCH 21, 2024
Regulating can ensure Australian businesses, communities, First Nations people and workers can reap more of the accelerating energy transition. The post Community benefits from renewables can be locked in through local content requirements appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
MARCH 21, 2024
March 21, 2024 /3BL/ - On International Day of Forests, Ceres today announced its support for the FOREST Act, bipartisan federal legislation that would leverage U.S. trade policy to protect global biodiversity and the climate by restricting the importation of foreign products from land that has been illegally deforested overseas. “Illegal deforestation puts the global economy and climate at risk,” said Zach Friedman, director of federal policy at Ceres.
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.
Renew Economy
MARCH 21, 2024
VicGrid is calling for feedback on "broad study area" for transmission line and onshore grid connection hub for the Gippsland offshore wind zone. The post VicGrid proposes transmission route to link offshore wind farms to Latrobe Valley grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
MARCH 21, 2024
MEMPHIS, Tenn., March 21, 2024 /3BL/ - FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, has received the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies ® recognition by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. FedEx is being recognized for the second consecutive year and is the only honoree in the Transportation/Trucking/Railroad industry.
Renew Economy
MARCH 21, 2024
Federal energy minister calls for rule change to bring cyber security into the remit of the Australian Energy Market Operator, as a core part of its role keeping of keeping the lights on. The post Bowen seeks $14 million to help AEMO fight cyber crime on grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
MARCH 21, 2024
Happy National Nutrition Month®! As part of our commitment to nutrition and building nutritional expertise, we are excited to leverage National Nutrition Month®, an initiative sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics , to kick off our third annual Nutrition Awareness Month at Griffith Foods. This year's theme, "Beyond the Table", explores the comprehensive journey of nutrition from farm to fork—covering aspects of food production, distribution, and the process of selecting food at gro
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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.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
MARCH 21, 2024
Artificial general intelligence (AGI) is a theoretical AI system with capabilities that rival those of a human. Many researchers believe we are still decades, if not centuries, away from achieving AGI.
3BL Media
MARCH 21, 2024
Originally published on Rayonier.com Our Senior Leadership Team and Board reinforce the importance of maintaining a strong safety culture. Our guiding principle is that all of our employees and contractors should return home safely each day. We believe that nearly all accidents are preventable, and we encourage our employees and contractors to challenge unsafe behavior with a zero-tolerance mindset.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
MARCH 21, 2024
Finding viable alternatives to traditional petroleum-based plastics and microplastics has never been more important. New research shows that their plant-based polymers biodegrade -- even at the microplastic level -- in under seven months.
3BL Media
MARCH 21, 2024
As a family-owned business, Bacardi is always thinking about the legacy we will leave for future generations and about reshaping the future of the spirits industry, giving everyone an opportunity to belong and thrive. Creating an environment where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become is at the core of the Belonging at Bacardi initiative which guides the company’s diversity and inclusion efforts.
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
Stanford Social Innovation
MARCH 21, 2024
By Carsten Könneker There are exciting possibilities, but we are also facing a deafening cacophony of scientific communication, and much of it will not be positive.
3BL Media
MARCH 21, 2024
The importance of water cannot be underestimated. In the beverage sector, water is paramount. Beverage companies not only rely on water as an essential ingredient in each of their products, but also as a primary source for many of their production processes. On a global scale, water can be a tool for peace when communities and countries cooperate over this precious shared resource.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
MARCH 21, 2024
Novel ingredients could shape the future of food—but are consumers willing to try (and pay for) them? Our survey on US consumer sentiment offers insights for formulators, brands, and retailers.
3BL Media
MARCH 21, 2024
Chemours, a global chemistry company, announced that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, selected two of its applications for grants totaling $60 million. These grants will be used by Chemours and its partners for the advancement of technology to support next-generation membranes for proton exchange membrane (PEM) water electrolysis to advance a domestic hydrogen economy supply chain and establish a new Recovery and Recycling Consortium dedicated to enab
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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 21, 2024
A research team has begun translating the complex molecular language of petunias. Their grammar and vocabulary are well hidden, however, within the countless proteins and other compounds that fill floral cells. Being rooted to the ground, plants can't run away from insects, pathogens or other threats to their survival. But plant scientists have long known that they do send warnings to each other via scent chemicals called volatile organic compounds.
3BL Media
MARCH 21, 2024
In the modern corporate landscape, the realms of Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHS&S) are intricately interconnected, yet often operate in silos within organizations. The gap between these areas can make addressing pressing challenges difficult, from regulatory compliance to reaching sustainability goals. However, fostering collaboration and synergy between EHS and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) teams can unlock transformative potential, driving not only com
ESG Today
MARCH 21, 2024
Global energy and electricity provider Iberdrola announced plans today for a major electrification-focused investment program, pledging to allocate €41 billion in its network and renewable energy from 2024 through 2026, and to hire 10,000 people. The investment plans were announced as part of a strategic update by Iberdrola Executive Chairman Ignacio Galán at the company’s Capital Markets Day on Thursday, noting that the “electrification of energy is unstoppable and will expand exponentially in
3BL Media
MARCH 21, 2024
The Port of Santos, Latin America's largest port, has become a hub for female workforce development, with DP World Brazil leading the charge. At this cutting-edge multipurpose port complex, women are not only encouraged but empowered to ascend to leadership roles, making DP World a pioneer in gender diversity within the port's community. Over the past decade, DP World's presence in Brazil has significantly shifted the gender dynamics within the company.
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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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