Carbon capture: Solution or sideshow?
GreenBiz
DECEMBER 28, 2022
CCS is either the climate tech breakthrough of the 21st century, according to its advocates, or a multibillion-dollar boondoggle, say activists.
GreenBiz
DECEMBER 28, 2022
CCS is either the climate tech breakthrough of the 21st century, according to its advocates, or a multibillion-dollar boondoggle, say activists.
Corporate Knights
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Patrick DeRochie is senior m anager for Shift Action for Pension Wealth and Planet Health, a charitable initiative that works to protect pensions and the climate by bringing together beneficiaries and their pension funds to engage on the climate crisis. . Come the first day of 2023, Canada’s federal government will essentially end financing for oil and gas internationally. .
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GreenBiz
DECEMBER 28, 2022
When you’re in the business of sustainability, a regular infusion of original voices keeps the work fresh. Add illumination, provocation and entertainment to your inbox with these titles.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: Workiva. DESCRIPTION: That's a wrap! Check out this new highlight reel featuring some of our most memorable moments from ESG Talk season one. In season two, we're bringing together more diverse perspectives to simplify ESG, one conversation at a time. Looking for more? Subscribe to ESG Talk on Apple , Spotify , Google , and YouTube. Tweet me: Just released—a new highlight reel featuring some of the most memorable moments from #ESGTalk season one.
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
GreenBiz
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Before it fades into the sunset, some highlights from the year just passed.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Congratulating our Project Manager of the Month for September 2022, Jillian Jack. SOURCE: Tetra Tech. DESCRIPTION: Tetra Tech CEO Dan Batrack created our Project Manager (PM) of the Month award to honor PMs who demonstrate excellence in supporting our clients and perform projects to the highest standards of quality and fiscal discipline. “Beyond the metrics, Jillian takes the time to understand the client and their challenges and has become a trusted advisor.”. – Lauren Springer, Unit President.
ESG Impact Zone brings together the best content for ESG professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: Carol Cone ON PURPOSE. DESCRIPTION: Our readers (and listeners) have spoken: CCOP's Top 10 of 2022 covers the most popular content we created this year, from episodes of Purpose 360 Podcast to editions of Purposeful Connections Newsletter. We hope you enjoy revisiting the content below - or, if you're new to our community, discovering the power of purpose.
ESG Today
DECEMBER 28, 2022
JPMorgan Chase announced the expansion of its 2030 financed emissions targets to a series of new carbon-intensive sectors including Aviation, Iron and Steel, and Cement. The targets were unveiled with the release of the firm’s 2022 Climate Report, highlighting JPMorgan’s progress and approach to addressing climate risks and opportunities for the firm and its clients.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: Whole Foods Market Foundations. DESCRIPTION: Whole Planet Foundation has received a $150,000 donation from the Whole Foods Market Donor Advised Fund, which is administered by Austin Community Foundation (ACF). Read the announcement of this Fund in this ACF blog post titled Whole Foods Market Uses Innovative Philanthropy to Support Charitable Causes.
Impakter
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Impakter. A Year in Review: How Has Europe Fared for Sustainability in 2022? Every year, you hear the same sound byte: “Wow, this was the craziest year ever!” 2022 really did feel like the most unpredictable year yet, but history predicts that 2023 will be even more troubled, chaotic, and genuinely unhinged. So, after what was undoubtedly an exceptionally turbulent year, let’s take a moment to review the […].
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
3BL Media
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Decades-old community landmark preserves tradition while embracing an energy-efficient future. SOURCE: Edison International. DESCRIPTION: By Gabriela Ornelas ENERGIZED by Edison Writer. Few things are more symbolic of the holidays than the smell of fresh pine trees, the sounds of bells jingling or elaborate displays of colored string lights. For nearly half a century, however, the mountain community of Kernville has had its own unique guiding light to kick off the season.
Impakter
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Impakter. “Woman, Life, Freedom!”: Female Iranian Chess Players Make Bold Moves. In a suspected demonstration of solidarity with the Mahsa Amini protests in Iran, two Iranian chess players, Sara Khadem and Atousa Pourkashiyan, have taken part in this week’s International Chess Championships tournament without hijabs. Both highly accomplished in their field, Khadem is ranked 804 in the world and has earned the titles of International Master […].
3BL Media
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Mississippi’s Pilgrim Construction has a longstanding relationship with Enbridge. SOURCE: Enbridge. DESCRIPTION: As Saige Pilgrim likes to say of her company: “We’ve been woman-owned since before it was cool.”. As a fifth-generation pipeliner and third-generation leader of New Hebron, Mississippi-based Pilgrim Construction, Saige believes diversity shouldn’t be a token checking of the box—safety and a stellar track record are primary drivers to securing contracts for the company’s pipeline integ
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Taking Hong Kong's famous Peak Tram up to Victoria Peak offers stunning views of its central business district, Victoria Harbor, and the surrounding islands. But a team of international scientists has recently discovered that the trams winding journey provides a previously unrecognized situation where our vertical perception gets distorted.
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.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 28, 2022
On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, think about what you can do to lift Black women up. SOURCE: IBM. DESCRIPTION: By Justina Nixon-Saintil. When I look back on my roots, my career path is unconventional. My family moved to the South Bronx from Dominica, a small island nation in the Caribbean, where my mother worked as a teacher.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
DECEMBER 28, 2022
For many people, holidays in the snow are as much a part of the end of the year as Christmas trees and fireworks. As global warming progresses, however, white slopes are becoming increasingly rare. Researchers have calculated how well one of Switzerland's largest ski resorts will remain snow reliable with technical snow-making by the year 2100, and how much water this snow will consume.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Lenovo holds charity auction of unique kinetic Wabi Sabi ring made from e-waste extracted platinum, open to public until 1 Dec, 12:01am AEST. SOURCE: Lenovo. DESCRIPTION: An exclusive, kinetic Wabi Sabi ring made of recovered platinum from end-of-life hardware through Lenovo’s Asset Recovery Services (ARS) is now on auction here until 1 Dec, 12:01am AEST.
Impact Alpha
DECEMBER 28, 2022
ImpactAlpha, Dec. 28 – ImpactAlpha produced nearly 50 weekly podcasts and more than a dozen longer-form interviews with Agents of Impact. VC Includes Bahiyah. The post Holiday List: No. 2: Ten ImpactAlpha podcasts worth another listen in 2023 appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
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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.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 28, 2022
By Caroline Berns, Head of Diversity & Inclusion and Talent Acquisition, MMEA. SOURCE: Ericsson. DESCRIPTION: Welcome to the latest edition of our Diversity & Inclusion News Round-Up. Today we are talking about pay-transparency, Microsoft’s latest D&I report, the new Women in the Workplace report from McKinsey and LeanIn.Org, and a TED talk about inclusion rock stars.
TEDxInnovations
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Your money habits reveal a lot about you: your hopes, fears, dreams and other deep personal truths you may not even be aware of, says accountant Robert A. Belle. He shares how taking stock of your transaction history can unlock surprisingly valuable insights about what drives you to spend (and save) -- and provides practical tips on how to perform an "emotional audit" of your expenses.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: Alkermes. DESCRIPTION: Our employees are the foundation upon which our business is built. Their expertise, intelligence and creativity drive our innovation, and their passion and commitment to excellence are the cornerstone of our success. We strive to support our employees’ well-being in a transparent, diverse, inclusive and collaborative culture and provide employees with training, support and resources to help them to succeed professionally while appropriately balancing their professi
Energy Central
DECEMBER 28, 2022
It's good to see the need for guidance in what qualifies as "green" hydrogen (for purposes of the tax credits dangled in the IRA) getting more attention. The AAAS article linked above references "new research from Princeton’s ZERO Lab" It states, in part: If the energy [for production of hydrogen from water] comes from fossil fuel or coal generators.
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
3BL Media
DECEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: Entergy Corporation. DESCRIPTION: The United Way of Southeast Louisiana reopened the J. Wayne Leonard Prosperity Center at 2402 Canal Street in New Orleans, one block away from its original location, after the building sustained significant water damage during Hurricane Ida and left staff to provide appointment-only services. Wayne Leonard, former chairman and chief executive officer of Entergy, is recognized as the center’s namesake for serving as a champion for underprivileged customer
Environmental Finance
DECEMBER 28, 2022
With biodiversity loss in freefall, central banks and financial regulators must address the sectors most harmful to both nature and the climate, argues Maud Abdelli.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: Quest Diagnostics. DESCRIPTION: "As a leader in the nation's COVID-19 testing response, Quest Diagnostics is continually spearheading new innovations to broaden access to quality COVID-19 diagnostic insights. - Cathy Doherty Senior Vice President, Regional Businesses. In response to the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency, Quest added numerous COVID-19 tests to its menu in record time, including PCR molecular testing to confirm active infection, along with influenza and respiratory
Energy Central
DECEMBER 28, 2022
People are increasingly on board with using renewable energy, realizing doing so is a decisive step toward a more sustainable future with less dependence on fossil fuels. However, meeting the world’s goals in this area requires having a more-resilient renewable energy supply chain. 1. A Significant Increase in Renewable Energy Usage Happening Soon One of the reasons people must.
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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
3BL Media
DECEMBER 28, 2022
SOURCE: Subaru of America. DESCRIPTION: The holiday season is about sharing gratitude, connecting with friends and family, and reflecting on what’s most important in our lives. At the National Park Foundation (NPF), one of the things we’re grateful for each year is the opportunity to be a part of the annual Subaru Share the Love® Event. Underway now through January 3, 2023, Subaru will donate $250 to the customer's choice of participating charities, including the National Park Foundation, for ev
Impakter
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Impakter. Netflix’s ‘Swimmers’: A Deep Dive Into the Syrian Refugee Journey. “Swimmers,” a film released on Netflix in November 2022, is the true story of two sisters who fled Syria at the start of the war, and made their way to Germany. We watch them cross borders illegally, make connections with Ethiopians and Yemenis also making the difficult journey, and struggle in a refugee camp.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 28, 2022
By Diana Lee. SOURCE: AllianceBernstein. DESCRIPTION: Hacker attacks and data breaches have pushed cyber and data security to the top of company agendas everywhere. Investors must get to grips with the governance issues and growing business risks as a digitally powered world grapples with the need for more secure defenses. Cyber and data security is a hot topic across sectors.
Energy Central
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Origis Energy and Mitsubishi Power Americas are partnering to add the energy systems at three solar sites. The post Southeast US Battery Storage Projects Add 150 MW for Grid Reliability appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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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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