Green Project Management

AUGUST 13, 2024

Over the past ten to fifteen years, I have noticed the conversation around sustainability often gets bogged down in narratives of minimizing harm and managing decline. The prevailing mindset is to reduce negative impacts and avoid worsening the status quo. But what if we reimagined this narrative? What if, instead of merely sustaining our businesses […] The post Designing for Regenerative Business: From Fear to Hope?

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Renew Economy

AUGUST 13, 2024

Australia's biggest coal generator celebrates success of its first big battery, and says waiting for nuclear to replace its coal assets will put it out of business. The post AGL hails performance of first big battery, says waiting for nuclear would put it out of business appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Corporate Knights

AUGUST 13, 2024

Funds marketed as environmentally friendly are being used by major asset managers to funnel millions of dollars to the world’s largest meatpacker, JBS, a company notorious for its links to deforestation and human rights abuses via its supply chain. Research by Global Witness found that US asset managers BlackRock and Vanguard are among six firms holding over $11 million in active bonds issued by JBS and its subsidiaries via funds with "environmental, social and governance" (ESG) in their name.

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Renew Economy

AUGUST 13, 2024

Labor introduces Future Made in Australia bill, but Coalition says it will oppose it and the Greens want guarantees fossil fuels won't be funded. The post Coalition says no to Future Made in Australia bill as Greens question fossil fuel funding appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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

Manufacturing

3BL Media

AUGUST 13, 2024

ProsperityME, located in Portland and Lewiston Maine, has received a $15,000 grant from KeyBank Foundation to support its mission of empowering members of Maine’s refugee and immigrant communities through financial education and counseling. Founded by Claude Rwaganje, an immigrant from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, ProsperityME aims to empower the “new Mainer” community to invest in themselves in order to build financial stability, careers, businesses, and wealth.

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Renew Economy

AUGUST 13, 2024

The biggest single wind project in Australia - at least for now - has obtained its registration and entered the grid management system.nn- The post Australia’s biggest wind farm enters grid management system after delays and cancellations appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Renew Economy

AUGUST 13, 2024

AGL snaps up battery and solar project developers with more than eight gigawatts of capacity in development. The post Coal giant AGL snaps up battery and solar developers with pipeline of more than eight gigawatts appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 13, 2024

By Evelyn Mitchell BIRMINGHAM, Ala., August 13, 2024 /3BL/ - Regions Bank announced the company has been named to the 2024 Disability Equality Index®, the leading nonprofit resource for business disability inclusion worldwide. With this year’s distinction, Regions has now been named a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” for the fourth consecutive year.

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Renew Economy

AUGUST 13, 2024

Mounting solar on walls and over highways could help reshape the grid, cut costs, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels and nuclear. The post The future of solar could be over our highways and up our walls appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 13, 2024

Originally published in American Airlines' 2023 Sustainability Report Sustainable Aviation Fuel The clearest near-term way to decarbonize aviation based on current technological developments is by transitioning to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The SAF available on the market today can reduce life cycle GHG emissions by up to 85% compared with conventional, petroleum-based jet fuel, and new technologies and pathways hold the promise of delivering SAF with closer to 100% life cycle emission red

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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

Renew Economy

AUGUST 13, 2024

Essential Energy says it could connect more than 8GW of large-scale renewables “right now” using the existing NSW electricity distribution network. But the rules prevent it from doing so. The post Faster, fairer, cheaper: Regional network says renewables gap could be filled quickly, if the rules allowed appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 13, 2024

Learn more at Aflac.com/WellnessMatters COLUMBUS, Ga., August 13, 2024 /3BL/ — August is National Wellness Month, a time to emphasize the importance of prioritizing personal health care; yet, the second annual Wellness Matters survey 1 released by Aflac, a leading provider of supplemental health insurance in the U.S., 2 shows many Americans are not taking charge of their health through preventive care, routine wellness checkups and important screenings that could help identify and treat serious

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Renew Economy

AUGUST 13, 2024

Investigations into the turbine blade failure at the first commercial offshore wind farm in the US point to a manufacturer fault that "should have been detected." The post Embarrassing blade failure and the struggle for answers at first offshore wind farm in US appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 13, 2024

New Holland , a brand of CNH , unveiled the first-ever Made-in-India 100+HP (Horsepower) tractor in the country. The launch of the WORKMASTER 105 marked a new milestone for the company and the Indian tractor industry. The WORKMASTER 105 with TREM-IV emission standard compliant engine brought world-class technology, quality and performance to the Indian customers.

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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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Renew Economy

AUGUST 13, 2024

Another electric van is about to enter Australia's nascent market, but they are already hugely popular in Europe. Here's why. The post The Driven Podcast: The case for electric vans appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 13, 2024

Our people making a difference is a series featured throughout Owens Corning’s 2023 Sustainability Report. Working in our Composites plant in Amarillo, Texas, Josh Casemier oversees utilities maintenance and helps with other capital projects as needed. In his five years with Owens Corning, he has been actively involved in many initiatives that help us make our sustainability aspirations happen throughout our operations.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

AUGUST 13, 2024

Linked to cardiovascular and respiratory diseases in people, nanoplastics continue to build up, largely unnoticed, in the world's bodies of water. The challenge remains to develop a cost-effective solution to get rid of nanoplastics while leaving clean water behind. That's where Mizzou comes in. Recently, researchers created a new liquid-based solution that eliminates more than 98% of these microscopic plastic particles from water.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 13, 2024

Baker Hughes’ purpose—to take energy forward, making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet—has been at the heart of our business for over a century. As we continue accelerating the energy transition, our mission has never been more relevant. Climate change is a real and existential challenge of our times. We see its effects impacting the global economy and how we live daily.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

AUGUST 13, 2024

Sparking a new surge of growth through innovation can benefit an entire industry, but those who light the spark tend to gain the biggest rewards.

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AUGUST 13, 2024

Published by Las Vegas Sands on July 25, 2024 This month has been designated as Plastic Free July to raise awareness about the environmental impact of plastic waste and pollution, particularly with single-use plastic items. The campaign challenges individuals and organizations to commit to reducing plastic use and eliminating plastic waste, as well as provides ideas and solutions for sustainable alternatives that can minimize plastic reliance and inspire action.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

AUGUST 13, 2024

Delight has the power to elevate customer experience, as well as amplify loyalty and growth for businesses across sectors.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 13, 2024

Abbott Our biggest goals are unlikely to come easy. That means late nights and early mornings — with loads of dedication in-between. But even with plenty of hustle in store, there are also savvy ways to tackle some of the biggest challenges ahead. Whether you're an athlete racing to the finish line, an entrepreneur getting your idea off the ground, or a rising star in your profession, there are smart ways to approach your ambitions to get to the top.

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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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Good.is: Planet

AUGUST 13, 2024

The underground pit is eerie enough to make the watchers feel thrilled at its shadowy structures.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 13, 2024

Yum! Brands Somewhere in Poland, a notification pushes from the brand’s app. The customer who ordered the large Stuffed Crust pepperoni pizza wants thin crust instead. At a KFC in Brazil, it’s the end of the lunch rush hour, and some Original Recipe chicken has gone unsold. Situations like these occur across restaurants around the world. This surplus food presents an opportunity for Yum!

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Chris Hall

AUGUST 13, 2024

Disability inclusion has emerged as a must-have engagement and investment theme for DEI-focused investors. Seeing diversity, equity and inclusion-related (DEI) themes – from gender, to ethnicity, to socioeconomic background – climb up the agendas of investors and companies alike in recent years has been heartening. Sadly, the same cannot yet be said for disability inclusion.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 13, 2024

The wait is over… We’re thrilled when the efforts we make on a daily basis are recognized by others and we are proud to share the following good news: 2024 Seramount 100 Best Companies winner This award celebrates organizations that lead in areas of working parents, benefits, career opportunities, parental leave, and childcare. 2024 Seramount Best Companies for Multicultural Women winner This award win comes from our continued commitment to the recruitment, retention, and advancement of multicul

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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

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

AUGUST 13, 2024

Black soldier flies are now commercially used to consume organic waste -- but genetic modifications proposed by bioscientists could see the insects digesting a wider variety of refuse, while also creating raw ingredients for industry.

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3BL Media

AUGUST 13, 2024

Whole Foods Market Foundation Margaret is a microcredit client of Whole Planet Foundation's microfinance partner, Village Enterprise, in Uganda who grew her business in order to build a better life for her family by feeding her kids and sending them to school. Hear from her granddaughter, Anne, about her Tata Margaret’s journey and how her hard work helped Anne and her mother have a brighter future.

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ESG Today

AUGUST 13, 2024

Goldman Sachs Asset Management has ended its participation in Climate Action 100+, a climate-focused investor network focused on engaging with companies to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and implement climate transition plans, joining several other investment manager departures as political pressure on group participants builds in the U.S. In a statement provided to ESG Today, a Goldman Sachs spokesperson said: “We’ve made investments in our ability to meet the sustainable investing needs

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3BL Media

AUGUST 13, 2024

Do you feel a bit lost when people refer to certain environmental sustainability topics and aren’t sure where to start when it comes to learning more? Sustainability 101 is a blog series that you can turn to for information about different environmental terms that may come up at work, during discussions with friends, and even at your annual holiday gathering.

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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.