Stanford Social Innovation
MAY 13, 2025
By Laura Zabel Exit polls from the 2024 US election showed that three-quarters of voters nationwide felt negatively about the way things were going in the country, and many Americans continue to feel a profound sense of unease about the future. This feeling runs much deeper than partisan politics; it reflects a fundamental breakdown in how people connect with and understand each other.
Renew Economy
MAY 16, 2025
Andrew Forrest's Fortescue lays out plans for a 2.1 GW wind project to help eliminate use of gas and diesel at its iron ore mines by the end of the decade. The post Fortescue lays out plans for biggest wind farm in Australia to help eliminate fossil fuels at giant mines appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Corporate Knights
MAY 13, 2025
This is not your average plot of southwestern Ontario farmland. In May, a 10-acre tract of land in Haldimand County officially turned into Canadas largest grid-scale battery storage facility, and one of the largest in the world. Now, 278 lithium-ion battery units are drawing and storing surplus power from Ontarios electricity grid, doubling the provinces energy storage capacity to 475 megawatts and providing a bolstered electrical backbone to surging demand.
3BL Media
MAY 14, 2025
In 2024, Vancity initiated a values-led transformation focused on improving member service and restoring profitability, while staying true to its co-operative values. The year marked a strategic reset under new CEO Wellington Holbrook, reaffirming Vancitys commitment to delivering modern, people-centered banking rooted in equity, inclusion, and climate action.
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
McKinsey Sustainabilty
MAY 16, 2025
Government subsidies, investment incentives, and other industrial-policy actions have almost quadrupled since 2017. Heres how business leaders can navigate the impact of industrial policy on their markets.
Renew Economy
MAY 13, 2025
South Australia - regarded as the world's most advanced renewable grid - has added a seventh big battery, with seven more to join soon as they finish construction. The post South Australia, the world’s most advanced renewable grid, adds seventh big battery appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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3BL Media
MAY 13, 2025
Tech and energy have a complex relationship. One the one hand, tech innovation can help energy grids and power generation become more efficient and secure. On the other, the rapid adoption and development of emerging technologies is increasing power consumption. Cisco is approaching the issue from multiple angles. It begins with Ciscos net-zero goals and expands to include everything from circularity and smart grids to more energy-efficient products and investments in new solutions like wave pow
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
MAY 12, 2025
Engineers have taught a simple submarine robot to take advantage of turbulent forces to propel itself through water.
Renew Economy
MAY 14, 2025
Report shows ageing Victoria coal plant was hit by unplanned outages for one-third of 2024, underscoring urgent need for shift to firmed renewables. The post Ageing coal plant “limping” to retirement, with alarming number of unplanned outages appeared first on RenewEconomy.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
MAY 16, 2025
Big changes in tech are presenting CIOs with a chance to modernize the economics of technology and productivity.
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
3BL Media
MAY 12, 2025
Yum! Brands May 12, 2025 /3BL/ - Yum! Brands has long prioritized the integration of sustainable practices into its development strategy. If it was simply good for the environment, itd be a nice-to-have, but the parent company of KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill has identified both economical and eco-friendly ways to outfit its restaurants.
Cisco CSR
MAY 16, 2025
At Cisco, we are building the core infrastructure of the AI era. As new solutions like Codex exemplify, the future of AI will be agentic. We envision a future where billions of AI agents are working together harmoniously on our behalf.
Renew Economy
MAY 10, 2025
This election result has given the renewable energy industry a three-year window to prove it can provide a viable replacement for coal in our electricity mix. It wont be easy. The post What needs to happen to prove the LNP wrong, and the high renewables target right appeared first on RenewEconomy.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
MAY 13, 2025
Survey results highlight Americans willingness to change jobs and occupationsif they can gain the needed skills.
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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.
3BL Media
MAY 13, 2025
Duke Energy Foundation funding goes to 24 nonprofit, governmental organizations across the state Grants support efforts that work to ensure future generations enjoy the tremendous benefits of the natural resources of the Palmetto State GREENVILLE, S.C., May 13, 2025 /3BL/ - Throughout the month of April, Duke Energy highlighted the importance of sustainability of our states natural assets with $375,000 in grants to organizations that manage and provide support to state and local parks, tree plan
Financial Times: Moral Money
MAY 16, 2025
Businessman who sought to move beyond short-term profits and act in a socially and environmentally responsible manner
Renew Economy
MAY 11, 2025
The remote pearling and tourism town of Broome to get a big solar farm and a 6-hour battery to replace its soon to expire gas and diesel contract. A wind option was rejected. The post Broome to get big solar farm and six hour battery to replace gas and diesel contract appeared first on RenewEconomy.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
MAY 16, 2025
Bob McDonald, a leader with unique experience as both a Fortune 25 CEO and a cabinet secretary, reflects on the elements of leadership, team health, and building a strong culture.
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
3BL Media
MAY 13, 2025
Key Points The Detroit Police Departments Crisis Intervention team has introduced two new comfort dogs, Atlas and Dequindre, who will assist officers on mental health runs across the city. Sponsored by Marathon Petroleums Detroit refinery, the dogs are part of a broader initiative by the Detroit Public Safety Foundation to enhance community engagement and officer wellness.
ESG Today
MAY 12, 2025
The European Central Bank (ECB) released a new opinion on the European Commissions proposals to simplify and reduce sustainability reporting and due diligence requirements for companies. While welcoming the goal of simplifying requirements for companies, the ECB warned that some of the Commissions plans could significantly increase risks for investors, the economy and the EUs sustainability goals.
Renew Economy
MAY 12, 2025
The re-elected Nationals leader uses his first moments to spread blackout disinformation. And he has form, too. The post Littleproud’s first comments as re-elected Nationals leader: Blackout disinformation appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
MAY 14, 2025
The impacts of human activity and climate change are coalescing to make coastal lagoons saltier, changing the microbial life they support and the function they play in their ecosystems, according to new research.
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.
3BL Media
MAY 13, 2025
Company plans to invest $37 billion in the electric grid through 2028 May 12-16 marks National Infrastructure Week , but for Entergy employees, it seems like the observance is celebrated daily. Throughout the companys service area, a dizzying number of projects are being planned, designed, approved, built and put into service. These projects will improve resiliency, enhance reliability, supply economic growth and meet increased residential demand for Entergys 3 million customers.
ESG Today
MAY 12, 2025
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called on Friday for the European Commission to eliminate the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) requiring companies to address their negative impacts on human rights and the environment across their value chains, as part of a broad move to reduce compliance and regulatory burdens on companies. The statement, made by Merz during a press conference alongside European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in his first visit to Brussels as
Renew Economy
MAY 15, 2025
Energypolicy in Australia has long sufferedat the hands of a simple lie being easier to accept than a complex truth. The post The complex truth about gas and renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
MAY 16, 2025
How sensitively does organic carbon stored in soils react to changes in temperature and humidity?
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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
3BL Media
MAY 13, 2025
First-of-their-kind tests evaluated thermal treatment of AFFF fire fighting foam, PFAS-contaminated soil and spent carbon water treatment media Testing conducted based on EPAs most current guidance for solids, liquids and stack air emission, including products of incomplete combustion (PICs) using the OTM-45 and OTM-50 methods Results demonstrated high temperature incineration is reliable and proven disposal solution for high concentrations of targeted PFAS, destroying greater than 99% of target
ESG Today
MAY 13, 2025
Air New Zealand published new 2030 emissions guidance, a year after removing its 2030 targets which it had said were no longer achievable and withdrawing from the Science Based Targets initiative. Under its new guidance, Air New Zealand said that it expects to reduce its well-to-wake net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 20% to 25% per cent by 2030, on a 2019 net emissions basis.
Renew Economy
MAY 15, 2025
A wind turbine tower part being trucked to a Queensland wind farm has become wedged under a bridge after the oversized cargo proved too big to pass under it. The post Oversize turbine tower part gets jammed under bridge en route to wind project appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Global Renewable News
MAY 12, 2025
Enwave Energy Corporation (Enwave) has announced today (May 12) the commitment to build a new waste processing facility in Prince Edward Island, beginning this fall. The facility will be in operation.
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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.
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