GreenBiz

AUGUST 5, 2022

Bidirectional charging through vehicle-to-grid technology could help boost resiliency for the grid as well as EV fleet owners.

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Corporate Knights

AUGUST 5, 2022

The federal government is pursuing two avenues that would increase the cost to oil and gas producers of their carbon emissions. . In July, Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault released a discussion paper that proposes an industry-specific pricing regime to be layered on top of the output-based pricing system. The Liberal government argues that an additional price signal is needed to achieve its emissions cap for the sector. .

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GreenBiz

AUGUST 5, 2022

Paul Anastas and Urvashi Bhatnagar's new book provides a simple and straightforward method for identifying where a company currently is on their sustainability journey and a method to track progress.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 5, 2022

The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation partners with basketball stars Kahleah Copper, Allie Quigley, and legend Scottie Pippen to support youth athletes; commits $500,000 to DonorsChoose's Equity Focus initiative. SOURCE: DICK'S Sporting Goods. DESCRIPTION: CHICAGO, August 5, 2022 /3BL Media/ -- The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation's Sports Matter Giving Truck is making its next stop on August 4 in Chicago, gifting 10,000 youth athletes with sports equipment and hosting over 700 kids for

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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

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GreenBiz

AUGUST 5, 2022

Climate change and sustainability have taken over some more mainstream podcasts and here are a few of the most insightful episodes.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 5, 2022

SOURCE: KeyBank. DESCRIPTION: KeyBank , in partnership with the First Niagara Foundation , is providing $100,000 in grant funding for the Matt Urban Hope Center Urban Diner. The Urban Diner soup kitchen provides healthy meals for people in the community free of charge to ensure all residents have access to fresh, nutrient-rich food. In addition to helping ensure access to wholesome food, the grant will provide the resources necessary to support a culinary arts vocational training program to prov

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3BL Media

AUGUST 5, 2022

SOURCE: 3M. DESCRIPTION: The fourth annual 3M Open – Minnesota’s one and only PGA TOUR event, that recently took place at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota – is about more than golf for 3M. It’s also a way for the company to give back, build stronger communities and highlight how its science helps improve lives. Each year, 3M partners with customers, partners and celebrities to celebrate the 3M Open by implementing special projects that use 3M’s science and innovation in unique ways to benefi

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GreenBiz

AUGUST 5, 2022

World’s largest asset manager says climate-related shareholder proposals are becoming too prescriptive.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 5, 2022

Regions earns score of 100 on 2022 Disability Equality Index. SOURCE: Regions Bank. DESCRIPTION: By Jeremy King. BIRMINGHAM, Ala., August 5, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Regions Bank is pleased to announce that it has received the highest possible score of 100 on the 2022 Disability Equality Index® (DEI), the leading nonprofit resource for business disability inclusion worldwide.

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Cisco CSR

AUGUST 5, 2022

Ever have one of those days where you’ve almost reached the office and you realize you left your laptop at home? Doubling back and refighting traffic is awful, frustrating, and completely inefficient. By the time you finally get to the office, it feels as if you’ve already put in a full day. We’ve all had days like that, and Cisco wants to make sure that managing your network isn’t a grind.

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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

Manufacturing

3BL Media

AUGUST 5, 2022

Enabling employees to pursue their academic and career goals. SOURCE: Medtronic. DESCRIPTION: Innovation begins with ideas, vision, and — most importantly — people. Medtronic Chairman and CEO Geoff Martha calls innovation “a people-powered business.”. This year, new pathways to education and career development will open the door for more people to join Medtronic and innovate.

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Utiliity Dive

AUGUST 5, 2022

Any earnings from the sale will be used to avoid high-interest debt as the company’s regulated utilities transition to clean energy, company leaders said Thursday.

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Cisco CSR

AUGUST 5, 2022

This post was authored by Bev Wright, CIO for the University of Adelaide in Adelaide, South Australia. The University of Adelaide is a public research university in Australia that is a member of the Group of Eight, a distinction equivalent to the Ivy League in the United States. We have over 23,000 students, including international students from over 100 countries.

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ESG Today

AUGUST 5, 2022

The Singapore Government announced today that it has raised $2.4 billion (US$1.75 billion) in its inaugural green bond offering, kicking off a multi-year program aimed at raising up to S$35 billion to fund the country’s sustainable transition strategy. The offering of the August 2022 bonds was met with strong demand, with the S$2.4 billion raised at the top-end of the targeted issuance range, substantially above the S$1.5 billion minimum size announced earlier this week.

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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.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 5, 2022

The American Heart Association Hispanic Serving Institutions Scholars program supports priority diversification in the pipeline of healthcare professionals with the support of the Quest Diagnostics. SOURCE: Quest Diagnostics. DESCRIPTION: DALLAS, August 5, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on longer, healthier lives for all, is committed to addressing the lack of diversity and Hispanic inclusion in healthcare careers.

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Utiliity Dive

AUGUST 5, 2022

Falling rooftop solar and microgrid prices could threaten utilities, according to Paul Patterson, a Glenrock Associates equity analyst.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 5, 2022

SOURCE: Las Vegas Sands. DESCRIPTION: In the recently published 2021 Environmental, Social and Governance Report, Sands outlined three primary ambitions the company will target after completing assessment of its corporate responsibility initiatives and the material issues the company addresses. Out of that examination, Sands solidified three priority commitments to achieve by 2025 – one for each of its corporate responsibility pillars of People, Communities and Planet: People: Sands will invest

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Utiliity Dive

AUGUST 5, 2022

An agreement reached Thursday with the lone Democratic holdout, Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, D-Ariz., opens a path for the bill to move through the Senate.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 5, 2022

The new digital series recognizes the hard work of small business owners in the Queen City. SOURCE: GoDaddy. DESCRIPTION: By Anna Colletto. The global web-hosting company GoDaddy recently launched a new edition of its digital series Icons , and this time, it’s showcasing Cincinnati’s small business owners. Six entrepreneurs from a wide array of industries and practices are featured in the series, which kicked off on July 23.

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Impakter

AUGUST 5, 2022

Impakter. Engaging the Arab Youth in Climate Action. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has announced that COP27 and COP28 will be held in Egypt and the United Arab Emirates respectively. With this announcement, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region takes the center stage in the international climate arena for the first time in history.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 5, 2022

SOURCE: Edison International. DESCRIPTION: Edison International is at the forefront of the clean energy transition. Our vision is to lead the transformation of the electric power industry in a way that is safe, reliable and affordable for all our customers. While the road ahead is long, I’m proud of the meaningful progress our 13,000 team members from Edison International, SCE and Edison Energy 1 made in 2021 to advance our clean energy strategy and provide value to our stakeholders.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

AUGUST 5, 2022

The American Opportunity Survey spotlights Americans’ views on the state of the economy and other trends. What did researchers find about how people think things are going and what the future holds?

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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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3BL Media

AUGUST 5, 2022

SOURCE: Tapestry, Inc. DESCRIPTION: Tapestry is committed to driving positive social and environmental impact, and we believe that committing to a world that is inclusive, sustainable, and safe is a responsibility that falls on all of us. As we continue to make progress on our corporate responsibility strategy and goals, we are excited to share that Logan Duran has been promoted to VP, ESG & Sustainability.

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Utiliity Dive

AUGUST 5, 2022

The automaker’s sourcing agreements were announced as the industry scrambles to secure battery materials amid tight supply.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 5, 2022

SOURCE: Marathon Petroleum Corporation. DESCRIPTION: August 5, 2022, /3BL Media/ - Virent Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Marathon Petroleum, was recently recognized by biofuels publication The Digest for its innovation and achievements in biobased fuels, chemicals, and materials by emerging companies. At The Digest’s spring 2022 leadership conference, Virent’s demonstration plant was named No. 16 out of more than 10,000 eligible projects on its list for the Top 50 Hottest Projects in the Adv

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ESG Today

AUGUST 5, 2022

International bank and financial services company Standard Chartered announced today that it has appointed Kerry Constabile to lead the company’s net zero and sustainability strategy teams. Constabile joins from Google, where she led the company’s sustainability strategy and company-wide climate plans. In her new role, Constabile will drive Standard Chartered’s global sustainability strategy and will be responsible for managing key strategic initiatives for the Group, including overseeing net ze

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AUGUST 5, 2022

In Hershey’s 2021 ESG report, an expanded DEI section reflects our intentional progress and goals to make Hershey even more diverse and inclusive. SOURCE: The Hershey Company. DESCRIPTION: By Alicia Petross Chief Diversity Officer. Key Takeaways: In our 2021 ESG (environmental, social and governance) Report, we share key progress against our holistic diversity, equity and inclusion strategy, The Pathways Project, and ambitious goals to make Hershey more diverse and inclusive.

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ESG Today

AUGUST 5, 2022

Global private equity firm Warburg Pincus has agreed to make a $250 million investment in renewable fuel project Montana Renewables LLC (MRL). The transaction values MRL at $2.25 billion. Based in Great Falls, Montana, MRL, a subsidiary of specialty branded products company Calumet, is modifying existing assets to process waste feedstocks, such as cooking oil, distillers corn oil, and tallow and seed oils to produce low-emission alternatives for fossil fuel products, such as renewable hydrogen,

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3BL Media

AUGUST 5, 2022

SOURCE: International Olympic Committee. DESCRIPTION: In recognition of the opportunity that they provide to the most vulnerable people around the world to access sport and thrive in all aspects of their lives, the Princess of Asturias Foundation announced that it has awarded its 2022 Award for Sports to the Olympic Refuge Foundation and the IOC Refugee Olympic Team.

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Environmental News Bits

AUGUST 5, 2022

by Nabil Nasr, Rochester Institute of Technology Nabil Nasr is the associate provost and director of the Golisano Institute for Sustainability at Rochester Institute of Technology. He is also the CEO of the Remade Institute, which was established by the U.S. government to conduct early-stage R&D to accelerate the transition to circular economy, which is … Continue reading How sustainable manufacturing could help reduce the environmental impact of industry.

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