Corporate Knights

MARCH 3, 2025

European political leaders have proposed a massive revamp of sustainable business and finance transparency laws in a move they say will improve the European Unions competitiveness and save more than 6 billion in social and environmental disclosure costs. Yet the so-called simplification omnibus bill proposed by the European Commission (EC) the executive branch of Europes government has come under widespread criticism.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 11, 2025

Remember when the first “Tesla big battery” at Hornsdale was connected to the grid in South Australia in 2017? It was the first of its kind in the world, but few would have predicted the astonishing growth of the technology across the world in the years since. Australia led the world in the uptake of […] The post Big batteries just hit a new record in Australia, but it’s a small fraction of the battery output in California appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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MARCH 24, 2025

CLEVELAND , March 24, 2025 /3BL/ - KeyBank is being recognized for its support of small and middle market business clients with twelve 2025 Best Bank Awards in middle market banking and small business. These awards reflect Keys sophisticated platform and depth of expertise for growth companies as well as its commitment to helping small businesses grow and run better.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

MARCH 11, 2025

Researchers combine acoustic monitoring with a neural network to identify fish activity on coral reefs by sound. They trained the network to sort through the deluge of acoustic data automatically, analyzing audio recordings in real time. Their algorithm can match the accuracy of human experts in deciphering acoustical trends on a reef, but it can do so more than 25 times faster, and it could change the way ocean monitoring and research is conducted.

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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

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CSR Hub

MARCH 18, 2025

The EU has announced that it will ask most companies that do business in Europe to comply with its Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). The exact timing of when this law will be put in force and who will be covered has been changing. The list of indicators that must be reported is also changing. But, the general direction is clearthe EU wants companies who operate within its borders to capture and report sustainability information so that they can be evaluated based on their soci

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Stanford Social Innovation

MARCH 24, 2025

By George Tsiatis In 2023, Resolution Project and Enactus began exploring the prospect of merging our organizations. The goal was to scale our impact without rebuilding existing infrastructure: Resolution Project had developed a proven fellowship model supporting young social entrepreneurs, while Enactus had built a powerful international network and comprehensive education programs.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 29, 2025

BNEF says Australia is on the cusp of a big battery boom that could deliver an eight-fold increase in capacity. The post Big battery boom could deliver 18 GW of grid-scale energy storage by 2035 appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

MARCH 19, 2025

Cleveland Mayor Justin M. Bibb, Cleveland City Council and the Cleveland office of Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC Cleveland) announced details of a major new initiative to address the affordable housing crisis facing Cleveland residents. Cleveland Housing Investment Fund (CHIF), made possible by a transformative $18 million grant commitment from the City of Cleveland (the City) and a $20 million investment from KeyBank , aims to raise up to $100 million from mission-aligned partners

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ESG Today

MARCH 27, 2025

EU member states in the European Council announced that they have approved the European Commissions stop-the-clock directive, delaying the implementation of key sustainability reporting and due diligence regulations, including the CSRD and CSDDD. The directive forms the first major step in the Commissions Omnibus I package, aimed at significantly reducing the sustainability reporting and regulatory burden on companies, and particularly on SMEs.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

MARCH 24, 2025

A storm, even once it has passed, can leave traces in the ocean that last for thousands of years. These consist of sediment layers composed of coarse particles, which are different from the finer sediments associated with good weather. In the Caribbean, an international research team has now examined such sediments using a 30 m long core from a 'blue hole' offshore Belize.

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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

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 13, 2025

A visit to OL3 in 2020 (image credit: IAEA Imagebank , CC BY 2.0 license ). A leakage of reactor coolant has occurred at the Olkiluoto Nuclear Power Plant on the west coast of Finland, according to the operator of the plant, Teollisuuden Voima Oyj (TVO) in a 10 March statement. Around 100m 3 of reactor coolant* was reported to have leaked from the reactor Olkiluoto 3 (OL3) in connection with the filling of the reactor pool.

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Corporate Knights

MARCH 14, 2025

Hospitals around the world generate millions of tonnes of plastic waste annually. Much of this waste comes from single-use items such as face masks, surgical gloves, syringes, IV tubes and sterile packaging materials. Whats worse is that many of these medical plastics arent biodegradable. This means they can persist in landfills or oceans for centuries.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 31, 2025

Last week, farmers, energy experts, and community leaders gathered in Narrabri for the inaugural New Energy Expo, to tackle a pressing question: How can regional Australia truly benefit from the renewable energy transition? Across the country, massive solar and wind projects are taking shape, but many locals feel like spectatorswatching the transformation unfold without seeing […] The post Farmers, energy experts, and locals ask: Whats in the renewable boom for us?

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3BL Media

MARCH 28, 2025

Glass is already the most sustainable packaging material. Now, were taking bold steps to further support its circularity and decarbonization by elevating our 2030 sustainability goals. 2025 is going to be a milestone year for O-I in sustainability, said Chief Administrative and Sustainability Officer Randy Burns at O-Is Investor Day on March 14, 2025.

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MARCH 4, 2025

As a pioneering force in advancing Indigenous economic sovereignty , the Wisconsin Indigenous Housing and Economic Development Corporation (WIHEDC) stands where sustainable development and cultural resilience meet. WIHEDC, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, partners with four Native Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) to catalyze economic transformation across Wisconsins Tribal communities.

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3BL Media

MARCH 3, 2025

As originally published by GoDaddys Venture Forward research initiative 2024 saw a huge leap in the adoption of AI and the rollout of new tools, which led to surges in the number of new websites coming online. In partnership with UCLA Anderson economists, the GoDaddy Venture Forward research team sought to understand and, for the first time, quantify the impact that AI and specifically GoDaddy Airo had on local economic outcomes thanks to small businesses.

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3BL Media

MARCH 21, 2025

Originally published on TriplePundit.com Using secondhand materials has the potential to significantly reduce the greenhouse gas emissions of the fashion industry. The secondhand goods broker Bank & Vogue is demonstrating that's possible by working with big brands to create products out of upcycled fabrics, like Coach's new repurposed denim bag.

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3BL Media

MARCH 31, 2025

Recipient organizations are working to close child care gap in Fulton, Hendricks, Martin, Monroe, and Putnam counties Recent study shows Indiana loses out on an estimated $4.22 billion annually for the states economy due to child care challenges Duke Energy Foundation has awarded $265,000 in grants to Indiana organizations since 2023 PLAINFIELD, Ind., March 31, 2025 /3BL/ - With child care becoming a key workforce issue, Duke Energy Foundation and the Indiana Economic Development Association Fou

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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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Renew Economy

MARCH 23, 2025

The Coalition is stumbling into this election offering false information around the costs of their energy plan. The post Election Factcheck: Angus Taylor’s mysteriously cheap nukes appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 30, 2025

Plans to develop an offshore wind farm 40km off the WA coast have gained fresh momentum, with two new partners added to the project. The post Offshore wind bidder signs up new partners for 2GW project in Bunbury zone appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 20, 2025

Plunging cost of solar and battery storage is likely to save Australia's giant smelters and refineries, and will also underpin massive new green metal industries. The post Why solar and batteries are the new “baseload”, and now the engine room of the energy transition appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Corporate Knights

MARCH 31, 2025

The climate activist group Just Stop Oil (JSO) has announced the end of its campaign of direct action. Many will read the groups legacy through the lens of public hostility: the frustration caused, the angry headlines, the outrage at its tactics. Not only have JSO activists been spat at, physically assaulted and run over by angry car drivers, but 15 members are also currently serving jail sentences following arrests and charges.

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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

MARCH 26, 2025

Mining billionaire Andrew Forrest unveils plans for one of the country's biggest solar farms to help propel his company's plans to achieve "real zero" emissions by 2030. The post Andrew Forrest plans one of Australia’s biggest solar farms in push for “real zero” at iron ore mines appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 19, 2025

Bowen announces four new big batteries for the world's biggest isolated grid as a result of the latest tender. The post Four new giant batteries to be built in W.A. as world’s biggest isolated grid navigates transition from coal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 17, 2025

New group called Liberals Against Nuclear launches advertising campaign calling on the Coalition to ditch its nuclear policy before the election. The post “Desperate” Liberals urge Dutton to stop this stupid nuclear palaver appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 16, 2025

New Zealand is turning to wind, solar and battery storage, as well as more geothermal, to eliminate the last of its thermal generators. The post Graph of the Day: New Zealand heads towards 100 pct renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 27, 2025

Peter Dutton says he will lower the cost of gas. But will that translate into lower electricity prices? The answer is: No. The post How cheap is Peter Duttons gas? And how does it compare to “reckless renewables”? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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MARCH 15, 2025

Coalition MP says wind and solar can't power Gladstone's huge smelters and refineries. The smelter owner disagrees, and thousands of local jobs will be saved. The post The Coalition MP who tried to stop the solar farm that will help save thousands of local jobs appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 13, 2025

Choice of wind, solar and battery storage to power giant smelters means the biggest consumers of energy are moving beyond fossil fuels and "baseload". Here's why. The post Solar battery deal for giant smelter is a stunning game-changer for Australian energy appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 13, 2025

New study showed that short-term exposure to wind turbine noise had no impact on cognitive functions, and 93 pct did not find turbine noise intrusive. The post No more stressful than road traffic noise: New study adds to debunking of “wind turbine syndrome” appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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