Right to repair revisited
GreenBiz
JUNE 17, 2022
The Right to Repair movement is picking up steam again in 2022, with recent legislation in the U.S. and in Europe.
GreenBiz
JUNE 17, 2022
The Right to Repair movement is picking up steam again in 2022, with recent legislation in the U.S. and in Europe.
3BL Media
JUNE 17, 2022
How a woman is leading whiskies at family-owned Bacardi. SOURCE: Bacardi Limited. DESCRIPTION: Stephanie Macleod is at the forefront of the whisky game as the first female Master Blender at Dewar's Blended Scotch Whisky. She shares her personal journey, the support she received to become the 7th master blender in the brand’s history, and how the company shaped her journey in the world of whisky.
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GreenBiz
JUNE 17, 2022
Featuring reflections from Allison Ward (Dell), Alex Laplaza (Lowercarbon Capital), Chante Harris (Venture for ClimateTech, Second Muse), Kyle Ritchie (CannonDesign) and Raven Hernandez (Earth Rides).
3BL Media
JUNE 17, 2022
SOURCE: EarthX. DESCRIPTION: Healthy soils are essential for healthy plant growth, human nutrition, and water filtration. Save and protect the soil and the future of our children! 35% of the Corn Belt region in the US has lost its topsoil completly! Let's make the change today! . EarthX is an international nonprofit environmental organization dedicated to educating and inspiring people and organizations to take action towards a more sustainable future worldwide.
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.
GreenBiz
JUNE 17, 2022
The path to revitalize infrastructure as an engine of future economic growth must begin with a series of 'lighthouse projects' that prove viability.
3BL Media
JUNE 17, 2022
SOURCE: Freeport-McMoRan. DESCRIPTION: Chile’s Minera El Abra recently awarded 77 scholarships through its Indigenous Scholarship Program that funds university students and technical professionals from Indigenous communities in the Province of El Loa. The program has provided scholarships for more than 600 students since its inception in 2003, providing tuition, books, and other required materials.
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3BL Media
JUNE 17, 2022
SOURCE: Quest Diagnostics. DESCRIPTION: Thirty students completed the American Heart Association (AHA)’s research program serving as the first-ever cohort of the Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Scholars Program, which provides career mentorship, leadership development, and research stipends to promising Hispanic students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
JUNE 17, 2022
To get ready for compliance with new US regulations, companies can segment their preparation into stages and take both short- and long-term actions to increase preparedness.
3BL Media
JUNE 17, 2022
SOURCE: America's Charities. DESCRIPTION: June 19 -- also known as Juneteenth , or the nation’s second Independence Day -- commemorates the end of slavery in Texas, and therefore the nation, a full two and a half years after President Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. Because June 19 falls on a Sunday this year, the United States will observe its newest federal holiday on Monday, June 20.
TEDxInnovations
JUNE 17, 2022
Nobody really knows how much it would cost to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. Yet historian Yuval Noah Harari's analysis, based on the work of scientists and economists, indicates that humanity might avert catastrophe by investing the equivalent of just two percent of global GDP into climate solutions. He makes the case that preventing ecological cataclysm will not require the major global disruptions many fear and explains that we already have the resources we need -- it's just a mat
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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
JUNE 17, 2022
SOURCE: CNH Industrial. DESCRIPTION: Three CSR projects: Project Unnati, Project Udaan and Mission Education will provide much needed educational support to students in India. CNH Industrial (NHSE: CNHI / MI: CNHI) has further expanded its CSR initiatives to support the education of socio-economically disadvantaged students with three projects in India.
Envirotec Magazine
JUNE 17, 2022
Traditional houses in the Austrian Tirol. The European Commission announced on 18 May that it plans to make the installation of solar panels mandatory for all new public, commercial and residential buildings in the EU. The ambitious proposal was included in the REPowerEU plan , which detailed a vast number of changes designed to curb reliance on Russian fossil fuels by 2027, and thus catalysing Europe’s transition to renewable energy.
3BL Media
JUNE 17, 2022
SOURCE: Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG). DESCRIPTION: Delran Fire Chief Kevin Peak’s two public servant roles united recently when he participated in a virtual safety exercise with PSE&G’s Burlington Gas division. That’s because Peak is also a first auto technician in Fleet Maintenance, after starting his PSE&G career with a brief stint in Gas Operations.
Stacey Higginbotham
JUNE 17, 2022
Z-Wave hits 4K devices: The Z-Wave Alliance says the number of certified Z-Wave devices available has now surpassed 4,000, with Hoppe AG, a maker of smart locks, getting the 4,000th certification. As we get closer to the release of the Matter standard — which includes Wi-Fi, Thread, and a tiny role for Bluetooth — many in the smart home community are wondering what happens to Z-Wave.
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
JUNE 17, 2022
SOURCE: GoDaddy. DESCRIPTION: We believe our customers deserve first-rate technology and exceptional customer support. Entrepreneurs come to GoDaddy to name their idea, create a compelling brand, build an inspired website, attract customers with digital and social marketing and sell their products and services online and offline. They put their trust in us when it comes to providing them with the help and tools they need to grow online, and we take that responsibility very seriously, no matter w
Alternative Energy Mag
JUNE 17, 2022
In its mission to support and secure an attractive and sustainable circular business model for batteries, Volvo Energy is investing approx. SEK 50 M for 10 percent in the UK-based second-life battery energy storage specialist Connected Energy.
3BL Media
JUNE 17, 2022
SOURCE: DOW. SUMMARY: Report highlights Dow's comprehensive advancements across, and within, important areas of environmental protection, social progress, and accountable governance. Provides convenient access to data and disclosures aligned with key ESG reporting frameworks. Received Limited Assurance for GRI and Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions in accordance with GHG Protocol reporting.
B the Change
JUNE 17, 2022
B The Change Weekly: June 17, 2022 (Photo by Christina @ wocintechchat.com on Unsplash ) Delivered on Fridays, B The Change Weekly provides the most important and most relevant stories about people using business as a force for good. The newsletter features a weekly note from the B The Change team alongside insight and context on the stories we share here on Medium.
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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
JUNE 17, 2022
SOURCE: Yum! Brands. DESCRIPTION: Berry Global Group, Inc. (NYSE: BERY) and Taco Bell are making strides toward a more circular approach to sustainable packaging with the launch of a new clear, all-plastic cup containing mechanically recycled post-consumer resin (PCR). The move represents progress by both organizations in meeting their publicly stated sustainability commitments: Taco Bell’s 2022 Commitments and Berry’s Impact 2025.
CREA
JUNE 17, 2022
Newly launched federal grant program will make rooftop solar panels, battery storage and a wide range of other low-carbon technologies more accessible, which is great news for Canada’s renewable energy industry and Canadian homeowners. Ottawa, June 17, 2022— The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) applauds the Government of Canada for investing in the first phase of the new Canada Greener Homes Loan program, announced today.
3BL Media
JUNE 17, 2022
SOURCE: Owens Corning. DESCRIPTION: The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) has completed its annual Accident Prevention Contest, recognizing dozens of asphalt roofing manufacturer facilities for their workplace safety. Owens Corning is proud to announce that its Kearny shingles plant team earned the ARMA President’s Award, which goes to the plant in each contest category with the best score over a two-year period.
Energy Central
JUNE 17, 2022
The Celera 500L is a truly remarkable design. Otto Aviation says its odd shape delivers an astonishing 59 percent reduction in drag, and a massive leap in efficiency and range compared to traditional plane geometries. Arguably, this thing should've been electric from the get-go, so it's a no-brainer that Otto has teamed up with ZeroAvia to build a version with a hydrogen.
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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.
3BL Media
JUNE 17, 2022
SOURCE: Fifth Third Bancorp. DESCRIPTION: On June 17, 2021, legislation was signed into law making June 19 – Juneteenth – a federal holiday. Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when federal troops arrived in Texas to share news of the 1862 Emancipation Proclamation, putting an end to slavery in the United States and freeing the last enslaved people. As the holiday falls on a Sunday this year, Fifth Third offices and banking centers will be closed June 20 in observance.
Utiliity Dive
JUNE 17, 2022
Efficiency goals mandated by the Texas legislature have not been updated in more than a decade and are too easy to meet, say conservation advocates.
3BL Media
JUNE 17, 2022
Collaboration to advance the energy transition and enable customers to reach their sustainability goals. SOURCE: Eaton. DESCRIPTION: DUBLIN, Ireland, June 17, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced it will expand its collaboration with Microsoft to accelerate applications of its EnergyAware uninterruptible power system (UPS) technology in key segments worldwide.
Utiliity Dive
JUNE 17, 2022
The federal agency at its monthly meeting Thursday also proposed extreme weather grid reliability requirements and one-time reports from transmission providers on how they assess extreme weather.
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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.
3BL Media
JUNE 17, 2022
How a Regions community partner is helping one entrepreneur shine bright. SOURCE: Regions Bank. DESCRIPTION: By Kim Borges. I can be a backbone to a foundation A shoulder for tears from a tiring hustled dream Sunshine to any hard day that comes our way But I CANNOT build alone I cannot build EMPIRES on my own… – “Where I Left You” –Tell’em The Poet.
Utiliity Dive
JUNE 17, 2022
“The key takeaway is that California is leaving beneficial, earlier action on the table,” said Chris Busch, research director with Energy Innovation and primary author of the report.
3BL Media
JUNE 17, 2022
Applying AI and automation tools at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to increase outreach within the Healthcare and Public Health community. SOURCE: Tetra Tech. DESCRIPTION: The Tetra Tech Federal IT Group applies artificial intelligence (AI) and automation tools at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to increase outreach within the Healthcare and Public Health (HPH) community.
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 17, 2022
With the growing focus on sustainability, financial institutions face these two risks as they attempt to make successful economic transitions. The post Central Banks Face Net-Zero Transition Risks appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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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.
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