GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Sponsored: The path forward for a sustainable agrifood system can be cultivated through collaboration, innovation and co-investments across the entire value chain.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Conservative technology deniers take note: The Australian state charging towards 100 per cent wind and solar has the smallest reliability gap. The post South Australia: Grid with the most wind and solar has the smallest reliability gap appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Watch for the Universal Declaration of Ocean Rights campaign and more.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Chinese solar module maker Risen Energy achieves new pair of records for its HJT Hyper-ion 700W+ solar module series. The post New solar records take module efficiency and output to fresh highs appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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.

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Stacey Higginbotham

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

After successfully bringing together more than 500 companies to create the Matter smart home interoperability standard, the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) has set its sights on an audacious new standards plan. The organization has formed a health and wellness working group that wants to build some form of interoperability between home medical devices, smart home devices, and others.

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Renew Economy

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

AEMO says big batteries have eased short term supply issues, but more capacity urgently needed and Snowy projects delays loom over grid. The post Snowy delays add supply tensions to grid, but new big batteries ease short term worries appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2023

New report warns Safeguard Mechanism will shift investment to the offset market, with evidence a shift in climate capital is already underway. The post Safeguard mechanism will “syphon” investment away from renewables, report warns appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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ESG Today

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Amazon announced that it is funding a project researching the potential of seaweed to capture and sequester carbon. The project, North Sea Farm 1, will be the first-ever commercial-scale seaweed farm located between offshore wind turbines, will be based in a wind farm off the coast of the Netherlands, and led by NGO North Sea Farmers. According to Amazon and North Sea Farmers, the European seaweed farming sector has the potential to reduce CO2 by millions of tonnes a year by 2040, if expanded to

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Renew Economy

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

SA Power Networks hires the head of a Queensland coal generator as its new CEO to lead transition to 100 per cent renewables. The post Coal boss named new head of first big network company to reach 100% renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Impakter

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Impakter Greenwashers Beware: Your Sustainability Exaggerations Are About to Get Expensive Greenwashing has become a pillar of marketing campaigns in most (not so) eco-friendly industries, with many companies now often making misleading environmental claims about the sustainability of their products. This tactic can take many forms, from “greenlighting,” where products are made to seem greener than they really are, to greenhushing, where firms choose to deliberately […] The post Greenwashe

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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.

Renew Economy

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Transgrid is using German technology to recycle spent transmission lines in situ, cutting down on waste and emissions and saving money. The post Transgrid trials innovative technique for recycling aged transmission lines appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Envirotec Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Harrowing statistics from the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work state that quarry workers are twice as likely to be killed in an accident than construction workers, and thirteen times more likely than those working in manufacturing. There’s no doubt the industry can be dangerous, but how can mechanical automation support health and safety in the sector?

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Renew Economy

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

EVs will play a key role in balancing supply and demand on the main grid, even assuming only 10-20% of this mobile battery bank can be utilised daily. The post Grid operator needs to dial in EVs to support huge pipeline of wind, solar and storage appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Impakter

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Impakter Eating Insects: Crickets Could Be The New Cow In Our Burgers However, the idea of eating insects as a main form of protein within European culture is something that many would squirm in their sleep about. The only time Europeans may be exposed to eating insects are on shows such as I’m a Celebrity, or Bear Grylls and there is definitely no pleasure associated with their […] The post Eating Insects: Crickets Could Be The New Cow In Our Burgers appeared first on Impakter.

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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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Environment + Energy Leader

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

In 2020, the global SaaS market was valued at $120.77 billion and is expected to reach $462.94 billion by 2028. The post Global SaaS Market Expected to Reach $462.94 Billion by 2028 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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ESG Today

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Solar-focused business NextEnergy Group’s investment management arm NextEnergy Capital announced today that it has reached commitments of £595 million (US$715 million) at the third close of its private solar fund, NextPower UK ESG (NPUK ESG). With the announcement, the fund has exceeded its target of £500 million less than six months into its two-year fundraising period following the first close.

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Environment + Energy Leader

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Less than 10% of the global plastic waste produced to date has been recycled. Yet there is reasonable hope that will change, as countries like the UK, Spain, and Ghana roll out widespread plastic tax legislation. The post Plastic Taxes Incentivize Recycling and Boost Government Revenue appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Impakter

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Impakter Will Italy Stop Saving Migrants and Start Punishing Rescuers in the Mediterranean? Last week, the Italian government approved proposed new legislation to prevent NGO rescue boats from saving migrants who may be drowning at sea. Under the new law, any rescue boats that go out would no longer be allowed to rescue multiple groups of migrants at a time, majorly impeding life saving efforts in the Mediterranean. […] The post Will Italy Stop Saving Migrants and Start Punishing Rescuers

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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

Environment + Energy Leader

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Triple Bottom Line provides a framework for companies to evaluate their impact beyond just financial success and focus on long-term economic, social, and environmental sustainability. The post Corporate Responsibility in 2023: Triple Bottom Line Sustainability appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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ESG Today

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The European Commission announced the approval of more than €520 million (US$557 million) in state aid for projects aimed at advancing efforts to decarbonize steelmaking by steel and mining company ArcelorMittal in Germany and Spain. The aid measures both target the use of hydrogen to replace fossil fuels in the production of steel, and include €460 million for decarbonization projects at ArcelorMittal’s facilities in Gijon, Spain, and €55 million for a new demonstration plant in Hamburg, German

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Environment + Energy Leader

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

4CP can be an unpleasant surprise for many Texas companies, but new approaches are helping some to take control of their demand charges. Smart Coincident Peak Management and other tactics are changing the way people think about 4CP. The post 4 Ways to Deal with 4CP appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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ESG Today

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Chemicals and materials science giant Dow Inc. announced today the launch of a new collaboration with LVMH Beauty, aimed at accelerating the use of sustainable packaging across LVMH’s perfume and cosmetics product brands, with plans to begin utilizing bio-based and circular plastics on key brands this year. A division of leading luxury company LVMH, LVMH Beauty’s perfumes & cosmetics brands include Parfums Christian Dior, Parfums Givenchy, Guerlain, Benefit Cosmetics and STELLA by Stel

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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.

Environment + Energy Leader

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

In 2020, the global SaaS market was valued at $120.77 billion and is expected to reach $462.94 billion by 2028. The post Global SaaS Market Expected to Reach $462.94 Billion by 2028 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Joan Michelson

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

When we see lush green lawns, we see beauty. When Pamela Conrad sees them, she probably wonders about their water consumption and carbon emissions, and if they are using polluting chemical pesticides or organic ones to keep it so green. This is the mindset shift she thinks we all should make.

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Environment + Energy Leader

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Less than 10% of the global plastic waste produced to date has been recycled. Yet there is reasonable hope that will change, as countries like the UK, Spain, and Ghana roll out widespread plastic tax legislation. The post Plastic Taxes Incentivize Recycling and Boost Government Revenue appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Financial Times: Moral Money

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Champion of low-cost trackers warns against expecting superior returns from ESG funds and alternative strategies

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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.

Environment + Energy Leader

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Triple Bottom Line provides a framework for companies to evaluate their impact beyond just financial success and focus on long-term economic, social, and environmental sustainability. The post Corporate Responsibility in 2023: Triple Bottom Line Sustainability appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Cisco CSR

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Encryption is paramount to providing integrity and confidentiality to protect our federal customers’ data.

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Environment + Energy Leader

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The new system, which does not rely on toxic and inefficient materials traditionally used for UVB production, offers a more sustainable and environmentally friendly solution for UVB applications. The post Scientists Develop Sustainable Way to Convert Blue LED Light into UVB appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Energy Central

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The smoky emissions from burning wood have serious health impacts — particularly in dense urban areas. The problem is acute in London, where smoke from wood-burning stoves adds to the already high levels of vehicle pollution, causing severe pollution hot spots POLITICO EU BY ASHLEIGH FURLONG FEBRUARY 15, 2023 This article is part of POLITICO’s Global.

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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.