Tue.Aug 23, 2022

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Trick or Trash: Fostering Circular Economy Participation through Education

GreenBiz

The materials used for candy packaging are notoriously difficult to recycle, with the vast majority ending up in landfills. That’s why Rubicon created Trick or Trash™, an educational program designed to help reduce the waste that accumulates every year around Halloween.

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A near 100 per cent renewables grid is well within reach, and with little storage

Renew Economy

A new study - completed on Wednesday - using real time data finds renewables can meet 98.8% of demand over the year, with just five hours storage. The post A near 100 per cent renewables grid is well within reach, and with little storage appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Can high-speed rail finally become a reality in the U.S.?

GreenBiz

Technology, politics and climate action may coalesce to put high-speed transit on the fast track.

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Rotterdam uses smart tech to 'save city from drowning'

Corporate Knights

During the past decade, thousands of Rotterdam building owners installed green roofs on their dwellings – about 330,000 square metres in total, almost 2% of the city’s 18.5 square-kilometre of flat roof space. But where some cities have promoted such projects to improve energy efficiency and absorb carbon dioxide, Rotterdam’s green roof infrastructure is all about water, and keeping as much rainwater run-off as possible out of aging, over-taxed sewers in order to prevent flooding. .

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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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How gravity batteries will help us switch to renewable energy

GreenBiz

Engineers are developing huge ‘gravity batteries’ to store power from renewable energy generators — a key technology for the clean energy transition.

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Queensland’s biggest grid battery reaches full operation after year of testing

Renew Economy

Queensland's biggest battery at Wandoan South is now in full commercial operations after nearly a year of testing on the grid. The post Queensland’s biggest grid battery reaches full operation after year of testing appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Wind turbine blades can be recast into candy and nappies, says new research

Renew Economy

Scientists develop new resin which can be turned into many things, including gummy bears. One scientist ate one to prove the point. The post Wind turbine blades can be recast into candy and nappies, says new research appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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In Setting Corporate Climate Goals, Credibility is Key

GreenBiz

The ongoing climate crisis is one of the greatest challenges of our lifetime and the corporate call to action is at an all-time high. Limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius and avoiding the most catastrophic damage is essential, and corporations are the most influential players. As an increasing number of companies around the world set corporate climate goals, public skepticism grows–and with it, the need for an increased focus on credibility.

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Australian lithium miner ready to tap into solar to cut costs and emissions

Renew Economy

Australian lithium miner Pilbara Minerals is almost ready to flick the switch on its first solar plant as it seeks to decarbonise as it expands. The post Australian lithium miner ready to tap into solar to cut costs and emissions appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Father Helps Build GenderCool to Grow Awareness Around Trans Youth

3BL Media

SOURCE: Gilead Sciences. DESCRIPTION: If you had asked John and Jennifer Grosshandler about their children six years ago, they’d proudly tell you they had four boys. But one morning, shortly after one of their children turned nine, she told them she was a girl. “We were immediately supportive, but we realized we'd never actually met anyone who identified as transgender,” John recalls.

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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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Hydrogen in the gas grid is a dumb idea – very dumb

Renew Economy

Blending green hydrogen into residential gas supplies is dumb on many levels, but a new report says it would send home energy costs skyrocketing even higher. The post Hydrogen in the gas grid is a dumb idea – very dumb appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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CACI Establishes Partnership in Support of Future Generations of STEM Innovators in Huntsville

3BL Media

Multi-faceted program supports high school students attending the Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering. SOURCE: CACI. DESCRIPTION: RESTON, Va., August 23, 2022 /3BL Media/ - CACI International Inc ( NYSE: CACI ) today announced a partnership with the Alabama School of Cyber Engineering and Technology (ASCTE) Foundation in support of a residential magnet high school in Huntsville dedicated to enabling and advancing education in cyber technology and engineering to students across the

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New 150MW wheatbelt wind project waved through by environment body

Renew Economy

New 150MW wind farm in WA wheatbelt region waved through by environmental body. The post New 150MW wheatbelt wind project waved through by environment body appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Can offshore windfarms help address ESG concerns?

GreenBiz

In order to realize full climate gains, changes to both insurance and reinsurance coverage must be made.

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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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APA eyes more solar farms, but faces climate crunch on expanding gas plan

Renew Economy

APA unveils climate plans that appear to undermine - under a 1.5°C scenario - its own massive investment plans and emissions rhetoric. The post APA eyes more solar farms, but faces climate crunch on expanding gas plan appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Freelance, side hustles, and gigs: Many more Americans have become independent workers

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Independent work is booming, the American Opportunity Survey shows. For these workers and society, the upsides and drawbacks are all part of the gig.

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Great Solar Business Podcast: Rooftop solar safety

Renew Economy

Tips, tricks and what's new in solar safety with Erik Zimmerman from SiteTech Safety. The post Great Solar Business Podcast: Rooftop solar safety appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Building the next big experiences

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Brian Solis, Salesforce global innovation evangelist, sees curiosity and empathy as integral parts in delivering new experiences in the metaverse. An edited version of the conversation from our ‘Value creation in the metaverse’ report follows.

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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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Why No Politician Is Willing to Tell Us the Real Energy Story

Gail Tverberg

No politician wants to tell us the real story of fossil fuel depletion. The real story is that we are already running short of oil, coal and natural gas because the direct and indirect costs of extraction are reaching a point where the selling price of food and basic necessities needs to be unacceptably high to make the overall economic system work.

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Grants Management Software Explained: What Social Impact Pros Need To Know

3BL Media

SOURCE: Benevity. DESCRIPTION: In this episode, you'll learn about grants management software, what it is and how it can help your social impact programs. We chat with Clare Brewka, Manager of Global Community Engagement with Mitek, and explore when it's time to invest, how to get buy-in and what to look for when researching the software right for you.

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Canadian Farmers Push Back Against Fertilizer Emissions Target

Environment + Energy Leader

The country wants to reduce the agriculture emissions by 30% through 2030. The post Canadian Farmers Push Back Against Fertilizer Emissions Target appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Monkeypox Questions, Answered by an Expert

3BL Media

Jorge Osorio — monkeypox expert and Abbott Pandemic Defense Coalition partner — breaks down the virus. SOURCE: Abbott. DESCRIPTION: Every new virus outbreak comes with new questions. As the monkeypox virus (MPV) has spread to nearly 30 countries around the globe beyond the western and central African countries it typically has been found, people are wondering: How does it spread?

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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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Firmenich Commits to Net Zero Emissions by 2039, Climate Targets Approved by SBTi

ESG Today

Fragrance and taste company Firmenich announced a commitment to achieve net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its value chain by 2039. The company also announced its near and long-term emissions reduction targets have been verified and approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). SBTi is one of the key organizations focused on aligning corporate environmental sustainability action with the global goals of addressing and limiting climate change.

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Top 5 Benefits of Green Building

3BL Media

SOURCE: Inogen Alliance. DESCRIPTION: What are the top benefits of Green Building? They include: Environmental advantages. Cost efficiency and economic benefits. Health benefits. Energy saving and energy efficiency. Improving air quality. What is Green Building? Buildings and their users impact the environment during their entire life cycle from construction through operation to demolition.

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Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Launches Sustainability-Linked Supply Chain Finance Program

ESG Today

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP), the world’s largest Coca-Cola bottler, announced the launch of a new sustainability-linked supply chain finance program, rewarding suppliers for improving their ESG performance, in collaboration with Netherlands-based Rabobank. The new program will provide financing linked to a range of sustainability-driven KPIs for suppliers that, when met, unlock discounts against the initial funding rate.

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ESG Tech Sector M&A Momentum on the Rise As Regulators and Investors Demand Robust Reporting, Reveals Hampleton Partners

3BL Media

93 M&A deals globally target ESG firms in the first half of 2022. SOURCE: Hampleton Partners. DESCRIPTION: LONDON, August 23, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The Environmental, Social & Governance Technology M&A Market Report from Hampleton Partners , the international M&A and corporate finance advisory firm for technology companies, reveals that the first half of 2022 saw 93 deals globally target an ESG firm, a 173 per cent increase on 1H2019 numbers.

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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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Robeco Opens up Access to Sustainable Investing IP

ESG Today

International asset manager Robeco announced today a new program to open up access to its sustainable investing intellectual property with the launch of its Sustainable Investing Open Access Initiative. As a first step in the new initiative, Robeco stated that it will provide clients and a group of academics with free access to its proprietary Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) company scores.

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Recognizing Leaders in Empowerment and Diversity

3BL Media

Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas Honors Outstanding Leaders of All Ages During Annual Event. SOURCE: Ericsson. DESCRIPTION: By Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas. During the 18th annual Women of Distinction Luncheon (WDL) on Oct. 28, 2022, presented by AT&T, GSNETX will recognize outstanding leaders, from high school students to executives, for their service to the community.

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Ground-breaking ground source heat pump study in Greenwich

Envirotec Magazine

A team of experts has launched a project in London’s borough of Greenwich to assess the feasibility of switching gas-heated, owner-occupied homes in high density areas to low carbon heating in the form of networked ground source heat pumps. The aim is to develop an innovative methodology for the coordination of high-density heat pump deployment which will support urban communities switching to a low carbon technology that will reduce energy demand, improve air quality and mitigate against

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Applied Materials Class of 2022 Interns Make Possible®

3BL Media

SOURCE: Applied Materials. DESCRIPTION: Each year, we welcome a new class of interns from top universities, bringing an influx of fresh talent and energy to Applied Materials. This year is no exception, and the class of 2022 is as impressive as ever. The 250+ interns on our campuses are growing their skills in a range of disciplines, from mechanical engineering to supply chain management.

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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.