How will the Inflation Reduction Act spur job creation for the climate tech sector?
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 19, 2022
According to a new report, the Inflation Reduction Act is poised to support and dramatically increase the U.S. climate sector.
Wed.Oct 19, 2022
443 
Victoria fast-tracks coal exit with target for 95 pct renewables by 2035
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Victoria Labor jacks up its renewable energy and net-zero emissions ambition, with promise of new government-owned energy company to deliver targets. The post Victoria fast-tracks coal exit with target for 95 pct renewables by 2035 appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Join 5,000+
Insiders
Sign Up for our Newsletter
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Trending Sources
Business leaders must recognize it's OK not to be OK
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Executives should prioritize employees' mental health, which recent studies suggest are negatively affected by the climate crisis.
Six ways to produce rapid affordable housing
Corporate Knights
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Guy Dauncey is the author of Journey to the Future: A Better World Is Possible. . Canada’s housing crisis is causing distress for millions of people who are struggling to find affordable places to rent. It’s causing trouble for business owners, too. In Qualicum Beach, B.C., the town’s most popular restaurant – Lefty’s – had to close in 2022 because its staff couldn’t find anywhere to live nearby.
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
Infighting among carbon credit verification bodies
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 19, 2022
The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market's Core Carbon Principles and Assessment Framework have sparked debate and accusations from other crediting organizations.
Vast Solar plans “CSP gigafactory” for heliostats and receivers in Queensland
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Solar thermal developer says it aims to establish a "CSP gigafactory" on Australian soil, after a successful trial at a pilot manufacturing plant. The post Vast Solar plans “CSP gigafactory” for heliostats and receivers in Queensland appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Sign up to get articles personalized to your interests!
ESG Impact Zone brings together the best content for ESG professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
More Trending
Fossil fuelled-Australia’s climate policies still don’t stack up against G20, says report
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Despite a climate-forward federal government and boosted targets, Australia is still heavily wedded to fossil fuels, both for energy and transport. The post Fossil fuelled-Australia’s climate policies still don’t stack up against G20, says report appeared first on RenewEconomy.
The resourceful city: Taking a circular approach to resources
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Taking a look at Lansink's waste hierarchy and the circular economy to challenge the 2,000-year-old method of using landfills for waste disposal.
Germany extends life of nuclear power plants, but phase-out stands
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 19, 2022
German chancellor agrees to delay the closure of the nation's remaining nuclear plants. But stresses that after winter, nuclear power is "finished in Germany.". The post Germany extends life of nuclear power plants, but phase-out stands appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Green bonds are big business for climate investors
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Can financial instruments such as green bonds and other sustainability-related financial instruments deliver enough financing for a multi-trillion-dollar energy transition?
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
“Pedal to the metal:” Musk says battery storage will outstrip electric vehicle growth
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Tesla reveals big surge in battery storage deployment, which Elon Musk says will outstrip the growth in electric vehicles. The post “Pedal to the metal:” Musk says battery storage will outstrip electric vehicle growth appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Looking To Innovate in Our New Global, Hybrid Work Culture? 3M Scientists Offer a Blueprint
3BL Media
OCTOBER 19, 2022
SOURCE: 3M. DESCRIPTION: The pandemic has changed how we collaborate at work. For scientists, the shift to hybrid work has provided an opportunity to broaden their teams and work with even more colleagues from around the world. In 2021, one group of 3M scientists in the U.S. and Japan embraced these changes as they invented a new-to-the-market medical technology.
Brisbane based battery innovator in running for $150m in US government funding
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Novonix has been tapped to get grant funding from the US Department of Energy as part of its strategy to build up America's battery supply chain. The post Brisbane based battery innovator in running for $150m in US government funding appeared first on RenewEconomy.
ESG Trendsetters: Itron
3BL Media
OCTOBER 19, 2022
SOURCE: Nasdaq, Inc. DESCRIPTION: Nasdaq’s ESG Trendsetters series highlights the top ESG professionals and teams around the world who go the extra mile in their evolving ESG roles. Discover how leading ESG companies are incorporating ESG factors into their corporate strategy, achieving meaningful impact and communicating with their stakeholders. For this edition, Randall Hopkins, Head of Nasdaq OneReport , spoke with Ken Gianella, Senior Vice President of Investor Relations and Strategy at Itro
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.
One-third of solar projects over-promise and under-deliver on generation, report finds
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 19, 2022
New data finds many solar projects are delivering lower production than forecast, with big impacts on investors. The post One-third of solar projects over-promise and under-deliver on generation, report finds appeared first on RenewEconomy.
AllianceBernstein: 2022 Global Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement and Report
3BL Media
OCTOBER 19, 2022
SOURCE: AllianceBernstein. DESCRIPTION: AllianceBernstein published its third Global Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement and Report in September 2022. It serves as an annual progress report describing the actions that we have taken during the year to address modern slavery in our operations, including our supply chain and employees, and our investment processes.
Equis returns to Australia with huge wind portfolio and five big battery projects
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Equis returns to Australia with a portfolio of 800MW of wind projects in Tasmania and a handful of bigger battery projects in four other states. The post Equis returns to Australia with huge wind portfolio and five big battery projects appeared first on RenewEconomy.
New Hygiene and Health Survey by Essity Identifies the Largest Threats to the Future of Well-Being
3BL Media
OCTOBER 19, 2022
SOURCE: Essity. DESCRIPTION: Poor hygiene standards in public spaces, overall worry for global health threats, knowledge gaps and taboos in discussions around health and hygiene - these are just some of the barriers to well-being identified in the Global Hygiene and Health Survey 2022 conducted by global hygiene and health company Essity. The findings are based on responses from more than 15,000 people world-wide with the aim to find healthier solutions for future generations.
Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?
Advertisement
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.
Cybersecurity Opportunities Beckon: Answer the Call to Certification
Cisco CSR
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Cybersecurity has been one of the fastest-growing areas of IT for some time, and there is no end in sight. IT professionals with security skills are in top demand for the sixth straight year,* as organizations worldwide race to hire cybersecurity personnel to protect and defend the network. That’s where you come in. You could be next to enter the fascinating field of cybersecurity, even if you don’t have a technical background.
Bath & Body Works Joins Time To Vote Pledge
3BL Media
OCTOBER 19, 2022
All retail locations delay opening on Election Day to allow associates to participate in democratic process. SOURCE: Bath & Body Works. DESCRIPTION: COLUMBUS, Ohio, October 19, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Bath & Body Works joins the Time To Vote pledge and will delay the opening of its stores by two hours this Election Day, Nov. 8, to give every associate the opportunity to vote.
FlashStack powered by UCS X-Series and Intersight
Cisco CSR
OCTOBER 19, 2022
This is the second blog on Cisco UCS X-Series as part of a converged infrastructure solution with 100G Unified Fabric. This week it’s FlashStack. What is FlashStack? The FlashStack solution is a validated, converged infrastructure developed jointly by Cisco and Pure Storage first announced in 2014. The solution offers a predesigned architecture that incorporates computing ( UCS X-Series , UCS B-Series , and UCS C-Series ), all flash storage from Pure, and networking to reduce IT risk by validati
Former Googler creates Tiny ML sensor startup
Stacey Higginbotham
OCTOBER 19, 2022
What if we could take the internet out of the Internet of Things? Or at least take the internet out of some of the things? That’s the idea behind Useful Sensors, a startup created by Pete Warden, the former technical lead of the TensorFlow Micro team at Google, and previous founder of Jetpac, a deep learning technology startup acquired by Google.
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
Four must-haves in the New Digital Substation
Cisco CSR
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Throughout electrical substations change continues to surge. For decades, utilities routed power from centralized sources. Now they are orchestrating power generation across diverse and distributed sources, including renewables like wind and solar. Substations also are navigating more complex demands as we electrify transportation such as EV–with a growing segment of customers consuming and producing electricity.
Regulator Bans HSBC Ads Highlighting Green Activities as Misleading
ESG Today
OCTOBER 19, 2022
UK ad regulator the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) ruled Thursday that ads by HSBC highlighting the bank’s climate-focused actions were misleading, as they omitted information about HSBC’s continued financing activities for emissions-intensive industries and businesses. HSBC was ordered to not display the ads again, and to provide context into its contribution to CO2 and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in future marketing communications featuring environmental claims.
Innovation at the inner core of Cisco DNA Center
Cisco CSR
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Cisco DNA Center has seen several releases with significant innovation and the evolution of the product platform. With DNA Center capabilities aligned to Gartner’s four IT personas (AIOps, NetOps, SecOps, and DevOps), it is important to take a step back and look at the platform or networks-put the “underlay.”. With changes in the IT landscape, several megatrends are shaping what the network platform needs to deliver.
Social commerce: The future of how consumers interact with brands
McKinsey Sustainabilty
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Browsing and shopping directly on social media platforms is a core feature of e-commerce in China. Now, this dynamic new way of buying is poised for rapid growth in the United States.
What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?
Advertisement
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
RESTRICT: LOCKING THE FRONT DOOR (Pt. 3 of “Why Don’t You Go Dox Yourself?”)
Cisco CSR
OCTOBER 19, 2022
In the first step of your doxxing research, we collected a list of our online footprint, digging out the most important accounts that you want to protect and obsolete or forgotten accounts you no longer use. Because the most recent and relevant data is likely to live in the accounts you use regularly, our next step will be to review the full scope of what’s visible from these accounts and to set more intentional boundaries on what is shared. .
How to build a unicorn: Lessons from venture capitalists and start-ups
McKinsey Sustainabilty
OCTOBER 19, 2022
New data highlights five things incumbent businesses could learn from venture capitalists and unicorns.
Onboard your Cisco Catalyst Switches in the Meraki Dashboard today
Cisco CSR
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Cisco Catalyst (IOS-XE) coming to the Meraki Cloud is finally here, and we couldn’t be more excited to share that you can try it out today. This was first announced during the June Cisco Live ; today, it’s available, and you can try it out now. Figure 1: Cloud Monitoring for Catalyst Switches. If this is your first time learning about this capability, cloud monitoring allows existing and new Cisco Catalyst customers to onboard and monitor Cisco Catalyst 9000 series switches using the Meraki dash
Five Years of CNH Industrial's Initiative To Prevent Crop Stubble Burning at Kallar Majri
3BL Media
OCTOBER 19, 2022
SOURCE: CNH Industrial. DESCRIPTION: Starting in Kallar Majri, the initiative has now been operational in 11 locations, improving farmers' awareness against stubble burning and providing them a solution through baling to manage the crop stubble in a sustainable manner. This has helped save 14,000 tons of crop residue from burning and reduction of approximately 22,000 tons of Carbon emissions.
What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?
Advertisement
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.
Let's personalize your content