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Cascale Urges Outdoor Industry To Prioritize Sustainability for Long-Term Resilience

3BL Media

Joleen Ong, senior director of brand and retailer membership at Cascale, recently joined a panel of industry experts at the Outdoor Retailer Industry Day in Utah to discuss external factors impacting the future of the outdoor industry. The “Under Pressure: Understanding the Continuing Forces Redefining Outdoor Business” panel explored how brands are responding to tariffs, supply chain disruptions, sustainability demands, evolving consumer values, and boycotts of American products, offering actio

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“Just staggering:” China installs 100 solar panels a second as total PV capacity tops 1 terawatt

Renew Economy

China’s cumulative solar capacity surpasses one terawatt after the addition of a "staggering" 93 GW of new PV capacity in May alone. The post “Just staggering:” China installs 100 solar panels a second as total PV capacity tops 1 terawatt appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The return of the collective economy

Corporate Knights

When the women-only fitness club Curves opened a franchise in Kincardine, Ontario, in 2001, a number of locals flocked to join. The Texas-based company was expanding across North America, capturing a lucrative market in older women looking for non-judgmental, affordable workout spaces. And when, 12 years later, the Curves franchise in Kincardine closed shop – buckling under a rent hike and pressure from headquarters – those same women lost a valuable part of their lives.

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GRI Launches Digital Taxonomy to Enable Machine Readable Sustainability Disclosures

ESG Today

The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) announced the launch of its new Sustainability Taxonomy, offering a machine-readable version of its GRI standards, aimed at facilitating faster data collection and submission of sustainability disclosures, and enhanced interoperability with other sustainability reporting standards. GRI Sustainability Reporting Standards are one of the most commonly accepted global standards for sustainability reporting by companies, developed to enable consistent reporting a

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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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On the Way To Zero

3BL Media

Achieving net-zero by 2045 – that is the target we have set ourselves at Henkel. This presents both numerous opportunities and challenges. And above all, it means a lot of work along the entire value chain of the company. In an interview with Fritz for Future, Henkel's Sustainability Podcast , Dirk Ullrich, Climate and Nature Expert at Henkel, discusses how the net-zero target is integrated into Henkel's sustainability strategy.

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“It changes everything:” Plunging costs of PV and batteries mean 24-hour solar a growing reality

Renew Economy

Plunging cost of PV and battery storage in last year has made "24-hour" solar a reality for cities and industries in many parts of the world, a new report says. The post “It changes everything:” Plunging costs of PV and batteries mean 24-hour solar a growing reality appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Target, Gap Partner with Cleantech Startup Syre to Scale Circular Materials in Textiles

ESG Today

Circular economy startup Syre has announced a strategic partnership with Gap, Houdini Sportswear and Target to decarbonize and dewaste the textile industry through the accelerated adoption of circular polyester. Launched in March 2024 by fashion and design brands company H&M Group and impact-focused Vargas, Syre aims to reduce the environmental footprint of polyester production by replacing virgin fossil fuel-based inputs with recycled fibers sourced from post-consumer textiles.

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Biomimicry Institute Launches Their Inaugural Co-Lab Focused on Buildings, Cities & Infrastructure

3BL Media

MISSOULA, Mont., June 26, 2025 /3BL/ - The Biomimicry Institute, a nonprofit organization that envisions a nature-positive, inclusive, and regenerative world inspired and guided by nature’s genius, today announced the launch of its first Biomimicry Co-Lab focused on Nature Positive Buildings, Cities & Infrastructure. This 12-month, action-focused collaboration brings together 22 leading industry innovators, design practitioners, and implementation experts to accelerate the shift toward a natur

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City of Sydney to ban gas from new-build homes, despite intense corporate lobbying

Renew Economy

The City of Sydney has endorsed a Greens-led proposal to ban gas appliances in new residential developments starting from the end of 2025. The post City of Sydney to ban gas from new-build homes, despite intense corporate lobbying appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Sustainability as a Catalyst for Growth: The Trane Technologies Approach

Corporate Knights

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the notion that sustainability and profitability are mutually exclusive is increasingly being debunked. At Trane Technologies , we are proving that a robust sustainability strategy embedded in a business plan can drive significant value and growth. Our commitment to sustainability has not only enhanced our own operations—it has helped our customers operate more sustainably—and propelled our financial performance and innovation to new heights.

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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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UK Releases Proposed Sustainability and Climate Reporting Standards

ESG Today

The UK government announced today the release of exposure drafts of new UK Sustainability Reporting Standards (UK SRS), based on the sustainability and climate-related standards developed by the IFRS Foundation’s International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), aimed at forming the basis of a framework to deliver sustainability-related financial information to the financial markets.

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From Design To Impact: Circular Design Across Cisco’s Product Life Cycle

3BL Media

The following is an excerpt from our FY24 Purpose Report , celebrating 40 years of impact at Cisco. Data and metrics are reflective of Cisco’s fiscal year 2024, ending on July 31, 2024. Circular design means designing products, packaging, and systems that enable reuse, minimize environmental impacts, drive innovation, and realize value for our stakeholders.

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Wind and solar set new output records across Australia’s main grid

Renew Economy

New projects send wind and solar output to a new record high on Australia's main grid, a day after gas was sent to a new low of just 0.4 pct. The post Wind and solar set new output records across Australia’s main grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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2025 Best 50 Press Release

Corporate Knights

Toronto, Canada, June 25, 2025 – Renewable electricity producers occupy two of the top three spots in the 2025 edition of Corporate Knights’ ranking of the Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada. Quebec-based Boralex Inc. climbed from 15 th spot on the 2024 list to become the top-ranked company this year. Alberta-based design and engineering firm Stantec once again took second spot, while Quebec-based Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. – among last year’s top five – is in third spot this year.

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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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ESG Today: Week in Review

ESG Today

This week in ESG news: EU’s EFRAG set to reduce CSRD sustainability reporting datapoints by 50%; Australia launches sustainable finance taxonomy; U.S. SEC drops anti-greenwashing rules for funds; EU Commission to withdraw anti-greenwashing regulations; Amazon buys sustainable fuel for cargo flights; Goldman Sachs launches new sustainable bond funds; IFRS launches sustainability reporting education course; France targets environmental impact of fast fashion; EU to remove 90% of companies from sco

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Bangladesh Positioned to Lead Sustainable Apparel Manufacturing

3BL Media

AMSTERDAM and HONG KONG and OAKLAND, Calif., June 26, 2025 /3BL/ - Cascale (formerly the Sustainable Apparel Coalition) has released “ Bangladesh Country Report: Macroeconomic and Sustainability Analysis ,” a comprehensive report detailing Bangladesh’s progress and potential to drive sustainable progress in the consumer goods industry. The report also reveals a pivotal opportunity to align with the Industry Decarbonization Roadmap (IDR), a sector-wide initiative to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) em

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Australia’s only solar panel maker to supply nation’s first “net-zero” water pipeline

Renew Economy

Australia’s sole manufacturer of solar panels inks deal to supply more than 50,000 of its panels to the Bowen Water Pipeline project in Queensland. The post Australia’s only solar panel maker to supply nation’s first “net-zero” water pipeline appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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SUN DAY Campaign - EIA Says Solar Topped 10% and Renewables Provided Almost a Third of U.S. Electrical Generation in April, Nearly Matching Natural Gas, as Solar + Wind Produced More Than Either Coal or Nuclear

Global Renewable News

EIA DATA SHOW RENEWABLES SET NEW RECORDS IN APRIL SOLAR GENERATED >10% of U.S. ELECTRICITY, EASILY SURPASSING HYDROPOWER SOLAR + WIND PRODUCED MORE ELECTRICITY THAN EITHER COAL OR NUCLEAR.

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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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Microsoft Signs Deal to Remove 2.6 Million Tons of Carbon Through Sustainable Agriculture

ESG Today

Agriculture-focused carbon removal solutions provider Agoro Carbon announced that it has signed a 12-year offtake agreement with Microsoft, providing the tech giant with 2.6 million carbon credits from its U.S.-based projects, marking one of the largest soil-based carbon removal commitments to date. Launched in 2021 by Norway-based crop nutrition company Yara, Agoro Carbon partners with farmers and ranchers to sequester carbon in the soil and generate verified soil carbon credits.

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Institutions Cut 1.2 Million Metric Tons of CO₂ Through EPEAT Registered Procurement

3BL Media

PORTLAND, Ore., June 24, 2025 /3BL/ - The Global Electronics Council ® (GEC) unveiled the winners of the 2025 EPEAT ® Purchaser Awards, whose combined purchasing decisions drove measurable environmental benefits — including cutting 1.2 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions. This equates to taking about 250,000 passenger cars off the road for a year, alongside significant reductions in energy use, hazardous waste, water consumption, and more.

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Three new big battery storage units join the grid, as wind and solar output hits new peaks

Renew Economy

Updated: Three new big battery units have joined the grid, as wind and solar post new output records in individual states and across the National Electricity Market. The post Three new big battery storage units join the grid, as wind and solar output hits new peaks appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The new rules for getting your operating model redesign right

McKinsey Sustainabilty

The goal of a redesign is to increase value, but failure rates are high. New research updates classic rules of redesign to help leaders flip the odds of success.

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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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Guest Post – The Climate Solutions Paradox: Why Traditional Net-Zero Targets Maybe Slowing Global Decarbonisation

ESG Today

By: Isabel Fernández de la Fuente, Schneider Electric Sustainability Business As companies accelerate their climate ambitions, traditional net-zero frameworks have become the gold standard. But these models can sometimes fail to account for the full climate impact of companies whose products enable decarbonisation in other sectors. In other words: we risk holding back the very solutions we need to scale.

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ESG Voices: AI-Powered Climate Action

3BL Media

In this episode, we dive into the dynamic intersection of artificial intelligence and climate goals. Joining us today, we have Mike Hayes, Climate Change and Decarbonization Leader, KPMG International and Anish De, Global Head of Energy, Natural Resources and Chemicals KPMG International who will discuss how leaders can harness AI to drive measurable progress toward net-zero, balance innovation with responsibility, and align with long-term climate strategies.

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Ireland closes last coal generator, becoming 15th country in Europe to quit the fossil fuel

Renew Economy

Fifteen countries in Europe have now eliminated coal from their electricity mix following the closure of a 40-year old, 915 MW power station. The post Ireland closes last coal generator, becoming 15th country in Europe to quit the fossil fuel appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Reading Municipal Light Department - RMLD Commissions 10 MW River Park Energy Storage System in North Reading

Global Renewable News

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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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GRI Releases New Climate and Energy Reporting Standards

ESG Today

The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) announced today the release of its new finalized Climate Change and Energy Standards, aimed at enabling companies to disclose on climate-related and energy management issues and impacts, and on how they are managing those impacts. GRI Sustainability Reporting Standards are one of the most commonly accepted global standards for sustainability reporting by companies, developed to enable consistent reporting across companies and industries, providing clearer co

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Henkel and Synthomer Partner To Cut Carbon Emissions in Adhesives

3BL Media

DÜSSELDORF /3BL/ - Henkel, a global leader in adhesives, sealants and functional coatings, and Synthomer, a world-leading supplier of high-performance, highly-specialized polymers and ingredients, have announced a strategic partnership and supply agreement focused on enabling carbon emission reductions in Henkel's TECHNOMELT ® hot melt adhesive product portfolio for the European, Indian, Middle Eastern and African markets.

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AEMO wants six-hour batteries and more wind and solar as biggest isolated grid prepares to quit coal

Renew Economy

AEMO says six-hour batteries are needed, along with more wind, solar and transmission, as the world's biggest isolated grid in W.A. prepares to exit coal. The post AEMO wants six-hour batteries and more wind and solar as biggest isolated grid prepares to quit coal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Ignis Energy - Ignis Energy Announces Final Close of $13.6M Series A Round To Advance Global Geothermal Exploration Portfolio

Global Renewable News

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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.