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Why climate litigators may be coming for your company

GreenBiz

A new era of climate- and sustainability-related lawsuits against companies is on the docket.

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Kean goes deep green with budget that links climate action with future prosperity

Renew Economy

With his first state budget, NSW treasurer Matt Kean shows green energy technologies and future prosperity will go hand-in-hand. The post Kean goes deep green with budget that links climate action with future prosperity appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How to engage employees on your net zero goal

GreenBiz

Employees are a key part of your company's net-zero plan and sustainability professions should be taking advantage of them.

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Australia’s first community-owned energy retailer falls victim to market chaos

Renew Economy

Byron Bay based Enova Energy has entered into voluntary administration, the highest profile victim of the fossil fuelled crisis in the National Electricity Market. The post Australia’s first community-owned energy retailer falls victim to market chaos appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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

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A closer look at P&G’s ‘water positive’ pledge

GreenBiz

The consumer products leader is vowing to restore more water than it uses, with a focus on 18 ‘water-stressed’ regions. Does it go far enough?

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Huge NSW wind project locks in offtake deal with Snowy Hydro

Renew Economy

Construction of a 414MW wind farm in central western NSW to go ahead later this year after signing a PPA with gen-tailer Snowy Hydro. The post Huge NSW wind project locks in offtake deal with Snowy Hydro appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Vale Philip Sutton: Big picture strategist, courageous thinker, climate activist

Renew Economy

Australia is mourning the loss of a trailblazing climate activist and strategist, who made the case for emergency action more than a decade ago in Climate Code Red. The post Vale Philip Sutton: Big picture strategist, courageous thinker, climate activist appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Is it time to rethink how sustainability is visually marketed?

GreenBiz

Polar bears vs solar panels?

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Australia has a once in a lifetime chance to break stranglehold fossil fuels have on politics

Renew Economy

To foster climate politics based on integrity, first we need an honest conversation about the extent to which the fossil fuel industry has captured Australian politics. The post Australia has a once in a lifetime chance to break stranglehold fossil fuels have on politics appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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THE PICTURE: Koch Employees Start Nonprofit to Help Student Entrepreneurs

3BL Media

SOURCE: Koch Industries. DESCRIPTION: As another school year ends, many high school and college students will transition to summer jobs. Student Startup, a nonprofit organization in Wichita, Kansas, is preparing young scholars to launch their own businesses. Joe Woodward and Abe Rodriguez co-founded Student Startup after learning about Principled Entrepreneurship™ as employees at Koch Industries.

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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

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EnergyAustralia takes $1.3 billion hit due to coal outages and soaring prices

Renew Economy

EnergyAustralia reveals huge losses due to coal plant outages and soaring prices, highlighting how coal generators were big beneficiaries of price cap and market suspension. The post EnergyAustralia takes $1.3 billion hit due to coal outages and soaring prices appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The Bowery Presents Collaborates With Planet Reimagined on a Video Encouraging Fans To Take the Train When Attending Shows at Forest Hills Stadium

3BL Media

SOURCE: AEG. DESCRIPTION: AEG Presents’ partner The Bowery Presents collaborated with Planet Reimagined, a social impact venture led by multi-platinum musician Adam Met from the band AJR, to create a social media video highlighting the eco benefits and ease of using public transportation when attending concerts at Forest Hills Stadium in Forest Hills, NY.

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Queensland to lift taxes on coal producers in budget light on clean energy funding

Renew Economy

Queensland will increase royalties imposed on coal producers for the first time in a decade, but offered little by way of new clean energy funding. The post Queensland to lift taxes on coal producers in budget light on clean energy funding appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Quest Diagnostics Buffalo Strong Fundraiser Supports FeedMore WNY

3BL Media

SOURCE: Quest Diagnostics. DESCRIPTION: The Quest Community Action Network (QuestCAN) North Region chapter is supporting Western New York communities, including the area affected by the Buffalo mass shooting. As a company, Quest Diagnostics understood the community was suffering as a result of this horrific event and looked for a way to make an impact and provide employees an avenue to contribute.

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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.

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Hardly anyone supports the ESB’s capacity market. So why is it still on the table?

Renew Economy

The ESB's proposed capacity mechanism has very few supporters, even among the main generator lobby group. So why hasn't it been ditched for cheaper, smarter alternatives? The post Hardly anyone supports the ESB’s capacity market. So why is it still on the table? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Planting Trees in Greece for FedEx Cares

3BL Media

SOURCE: FedEx Corporation. DESCRIPTION: Last summer, devastating wildfires left parts of Greece treeless and blackened. Precious woodlands were destroyed and team members were eager to take action for a greener future. That’s just what they did on April 18 – when a team of 80 colleagues, friends and families volunteered to plant 400 trees in Athens.

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ESB’s capacity market proposal could cost billions, more than the carbon price

Renew Economy

The ESB has looked at only one side of the capacity question. If energy ministers do not support its proposals, then the ESB should be wound up. The post ESB’s capacity market proposal could cost billions, more than the carbon price appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Electrification of Airports From Landside to Airside

3BL Media

Generation and storage of electricity to support infrastructure development objectives, operations and cleaner flight. SOURCE: WSP. DESCRIPTION: The electrification of mobility will be a game changer for airports. Emerging transportation technologies are shaping the next generation of air and ground transportation, which will transform operating conditions at airports and significantly help to reduce environmental footprints.

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

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.

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International Energy Agency - Global energy crisis shows urgency of accelerating investment in cheaper and cleaner energy in Africa

Global Renewable News

IEA's Africa Energy Outlook 2022 sets out.

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Investing in Decarbonization

3BL Media

SOURCE: DOW. DESCRIPTION: We are committed to helping achieve a low-carbon future, both in our operations and by helping customers reach climate goals. We have set an ambitious target to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. In 2021, we announced plans to build the first net-zero carbon emissions, integrated ethylene cracker and derivatives site in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada.

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How Cloud Calling Adds Value in Education

Cisco CSR

As educational institutions seek to adopt technologies that power hybrid work and hybrid instruction strategies, one stands out among the rest: cloud calling. It provides advantages that are hard to ignore. This includes better space utilization and the ability to enable environments that have the flexibility for staff, faculty, and students to communicate at an enterprise level.

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Smarter sensors can save on power and add new capabilities

Stacey Higginbotham

This story was published in the Stacey on IoT newsletter on Friday June 17, 2021. . The quest for more context in the smart home has driven the electronics industry to embrace new forms of sensing — think Ecobee’s decision to put radar into its latest thermostat to better detect people in a home, or Apple’s embrace of ultra-wideband to provide centimeter-level location accuracy for finding items.

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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

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5 Things to Know About Our Newly-Released Sustainability Report

3BL Media

SOURCE: Chevron Corporation. DESCRIPTION: The 2021 Corporate Sustainability Report details Chevron’s efforts accelerating a lower carbon future. Such efforts range from water efficiency in targeted regions to promoting racial equality in the United States. The report, which was made public in May, details our efforts accelerating energy advancements. why it matters.

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Tech’s e-waste problems

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story at Clean Technica. Tech surrounds us and beckons us to the newest and best products that companies have to offer. What we don’t consider in our upgrades is the damage to people and the environment these devices involve. What’s the solution?

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Zero Waste to Landfill: What Is It and How To Get Started

3BL Media

SOURCE: Antea Group. DESCRIPTION: These days, there’s a lot of incentive for businesses to operate in an eco-friendly and sustainable way. It really is a win-win: your business stays aligned with changing regulations, your reputation is strengthened, and your bottom line is improved. For any company interested in long-term success, the motivation is there in spades.

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TrinaTracker Highlights the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Solar PV

Alternative Energy Mag

TrinaTracker a global leading tracker solution provider, explains the impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Solar industry in Genera 2022.

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What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?

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

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Implementing a Robust Investigation Process

3BL Media

SOURCE: Nokia. DESCRIPTION: Nokia has a vibrant speak-up culture and robust process for investigating concerns raised to our Ethics Helpline. Our commitment to compliance with all relevant laws and regulations and to building and maintaining trust and credibility with all stakeholders is unwavering. We strive to ensure tools and means are available for any employee or other internal or external stakeholder to raise a concern and bring an issue to the attention of the compliance team.

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International Hydropower Association - Hydro Energy, a leader in decarbonising industry, joins IHA

Global Renewable News

The International Hydropower Association.

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Consumer Goods CEOs Highlight Five Urgent Actions Needed To Reach 2030 SDG Deadline

3BL Media

SOURCE: The Consumer Goods Forum. DESCRIPTION: PARIS and DUBLIN, June 20, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) and the EY organisation have today published a new report bringing together opinions from 13 consumer industry leaders that outlines the urgent priorities the sector must act upon to help meet the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030 deadline.

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Marine Energy Wales - UK's Energy Capital Maps Out Low Carbon Vision

Global Renewable News

The Milford Haven Waterway.

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What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?

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.