We Mean Business Coalition

APRIL 13, 2025

Through our seven tips we answer the tricky questions that companies have around supplier engagement Resilient supply chains ones that have the capacity to adapt and recover quickly when faced with disruptions are essential to a companys overall health and competitive edge. Companies are facing more frequent disruptions to their supply chains than ever before, with geopolitical instability, labor strikes, cyber attacks and climate change among the most common drivers.

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3BL Media

APRIL 15, 2025

Funding will support home rebuilding, debris removal, mental health services and other community needs Grants of $25,000 each awarded to 20 high-impact local nonprofits focused on long-term recovery CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 15, 2025 /3BL/ - As part of its commitment to supporting a full recovery in western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene, Duke Energy Foundation has announced $500,000 in new funding to 20 local nonprofits.

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APRIL 16, 2025

Australia is generating more solar energy per capita than any other country according to latest data from Ember. And it's in 4th place for combined solar and wind. The post Chart of the day: Australia tops the world on solar generation per capita appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

APRIL 16, 2025

Researchers have helped overturn the popular theory that water on Earth originated from asteroids bombarding its surface; Scientists have analyzed a meteorite analogous to the early Earth to understand the origin of hydrogen on our planet. The research team demonstrated that the material which built our planet was far richer in hydrogen than previously thought.

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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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Stanford Social Innovation

APRIL 14, 2025

By Armando Zumaya Right now, many nonprofits are asking foundations for more money, and for good reasons. Some have lost federal funding, and some are impacted by the ending of federal programs, butespecially in the social, racial, and environmental justice movementsfoundations are overwhelmed and threatened. Some foundations are considering stepping back from their principles and not funding those causes anymore.

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3BL Media

APRIL 15, 2025

Verizon Embracing technology in the classroom doesnt come naturally to all teachers. But for two Verizon Innovative Learning School Coaches Jennifer Doherty at William Sheppard Middle School in San Jose, California, and Dr. RoseMarie McCandless at the Grace M. James Academy of Excellence in Louisville, Kentucky a passion for tech integration and supporting other teachers became the cornerstone of their professional careers.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

APRIL 14, 2025

Scientists use small peptides to enhance symbiosis between plants and fungi, offering a sustainable alternative to artificial fertilizers. Plant biologists discover new plant molecule, CLE16, as well as a fungal CLE16 mimic, that encourage the beneficial symbiotic relationship between plants and fungi. CLE16 supplementation in crop fields could help reduce harmful chemical fertilizer use by replacing it with sustainable, long-lasting symbiotic plant-fungus relationships for important crops like

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Sustainability Matters

APRIL 13, 2025

Researchers at Monash University have developed a water filtration membrane that effectively removes any small PFAS molecules that are not picked up by conventional water filters. The research team designed a beta-cyclodextrin (CD) modified graphene oxide (GO-CD) membrane with nanoscale channels that selectively retain PFAS while allowing water to pass through.

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3BL Media

APRIL 15, 2025

Client background For more than 30 years, Northeast Technical Services (NTS), a full-service engineering firm, has provided environmental services to their clients. Today, 50 employees provide consulting, engineering and data management to industrial and governmental clients. To better understand and track the utilization of its employees, NTS implemented Baker Tillys Project Intelligence project profitability software to better analyze projects and employee performance as well as improve decisi

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Renew Economy

APRIL 14, 2025

Coalition given worst score yet for climate and renewables policies, Labor scrapes a pass, Greens do best and some independents also score well. The post “Damaging, regressive policies:” Coalition scores 1/100 on climate and nature, Labor scrapes a pass appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

APRIL 17, 2025

Three consecutive years of drought contributed to the 'Barbarian Conspiracy', a pivotal moment in the history of Roman Britain, a new study reveals. Researchers argue that Picts, Scotti and Saxons took advantage of famine and societal breakdown caused by an extreme period of drought to inflict crushing blows on weakened Roman defenses in 367 CE. While Rome eventually restored order, some historians argue that the province never fully recovered.

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Green Project Management

APRIL 17, 2025

Every so often, someone drops a comment in a conversation that completely reframes the way you see something. Recently, I was in a meeting when someone mentioned that the term stakeholder has roots tied to colonialismand for a split second, the air in the room changed. It was like someone unplugged the matrix. I paused […] The post Is It Time to Break Up With Stakeholders”?

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3BL Media

APRIL 15, 2025

Expansion project will increase regional water capacity by 12.5 million gallons a day to support regional growth and sustainable economic expansion Additional water supply builds on Veolias 25-year relationship with Tampa Bay Water TAMPA, Fla., April 15, 2025 /3BL/ - Veolia North America, the leading environmental services company in the United States, has finalized an agreement with Tampa Bay Water (TBW) to lead the design, construction and operation of a major expansion of TBWs capacity to del

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Renew Economy

APRIL 13, 2025

After rejecting a string of underwhelming offers from solar developers, Tony Inder forged a solar grazing deal on his own terms, and redefined what a fair energy deal can look like in regional Australia. The post The sheep farmer who turned a 1800 call to coal giant AGL into a major solar grazing deal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

APRIL 16, 2025

When two materials come into contact, charged entities on their surfaces get a little nudge. This is how rubbing a balloon on the skin creates static electricity. Likewise, water flowing over some surfaces can gain or lose charge. Now, researchers have harnessed the phenomenon to generate electricity from rain-like droplets moving through a tube. They demonstrate a new kind of flow that makes enough power to light 12 LEDs.

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Cisco CSR

APRIL 14, 2025

The customer success landscape is shifting to digital-first. Cisco empowers partners with tools for scalable success, focusing on proactive, personalized, and predictive strategies through digital engagements and Lifecycle Advantage program enhancements.

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3BL Media

APRIL 15, 2025

As a medical oncologist who has practiced in three different countries, Dr. Maria Alice Franzoi is well acquainted with various healthcare systems and has a keen interest in researching patient-centered care models and innovative digital healthcare tools. I really think that technology can help us move the healthcare system to be more proactive, says Maria.

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Renew Economy

APRIL 15, 2025

"Sweating" Australia's aged coal-fired generators past their use-by date risks shortfalls in supply equivalent to cutting power to around 2 million typical households, new report finds. The post Ageing coal plants will be unavailable to supply power 34 pct of the time, new data suggests appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

APRIL 18, 2025

A new study suggests that early-life exposure to two widespread environmental pollutants -- small particle air pollution and outdoor artificial light at night -- could increase the risk of pediatric thyroid cancer. The study found a 'significant association' between exposure to ambient fine particulate matter air pollution (PM2.5) and outdoor artificial light at night (O-ALAN) and increased risk of papillary thyroid cancer in children and young adults up to 19 years old.

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ESG Today

APRIL 14, 2025

Automotive giant General Motors announced the appointment of Cassandra Garber as its new Chief Sustainability Officer. Garber joins GM after serving as CSO for technology giant Dell. The new appointment follows the retirement in November 2024 of GMs former CSO Kristen Siemen after 30 years with the company. In her new role, Garber will oversee GMs commitment to responsible business practices and environmental and social impact.

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3BL Media

APRIL 14, 2025

Jeremy Lardeau, senior vice president of the Higg Index at Cascale, recently joined industry leaders at The Economists Sustainability Week Asia. Over 900 business leaders came together in Bangkok to explore how the regions rapid economic growth, substantial renewable investments, and diverse ecosystems provide opportunities to lead on decarbonization.

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Renew Economy

APRIL 15, 2025

The Coalition's renewable-caused blackout apocalypse never materialised - but by putting rusting coal plants on life support it might just all come true. The post Coalition’s coal agenda will be the cause of the blackouts they wish on renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

APRIL 15, 2025

Wild animals that have acquired adaptions to maximize their reproductive output in some of the world's most extreme conditions may provide answers to some of the most pressing problems in the field of human reproductive health. A new journal article examines how the study of seals in particular can benefit human health, and synthesizes various research on the topic.

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Cisco CSR

APRIL 16, 2025

Data center networking has transformed dramatically with AI, and Cisco is at the forefront by creating flexible, scalable networks to enhance bandwidth, reduce latency, and improve energy efficiency. Its our view that Ciscos recognition in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Data Center Switching recognizes its innovative solutions in high-performance networking, simplified operations, security integration, and cloud management.

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3BL Media

APRIL 15, 2025

Mastercard As Peruvian biologist Constantino Aucca Chutas sat chewing coca leaves with a local elder high in the Andes, his companion pointed to a peak known as Demon Mountain and shared how its rocky slopes were once snow-covered. The elder explained how Pachamama, or Mother Earth, grew so annoyed with humans that she stopped sending snow. Planting trees was the only way to harness much-needed water for the farmers in the valleys below.

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Renew Economy

APRIL 15, 2025

Queensland's coal generators have long been used to seeing coal eat their midday lunch, now they are seeing wind take their midnight snacks as well. The post Solar has taken a big bite out of Queensland coal’s lunch, now wind is eating into its midnight snack appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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

APRIL 14, 2025

Whether for cooking, heating, as a light source or for making tools -- it is assumed that fire was essential for the survival of people in the Ice Age. However, it is puzzling that hardly any well-preserved evidence of fireplaces from the coldest period of the Ice Age in Europe has been found so far. A group of scientists has now been able to shed some light on the mystery of Ice Age fire.

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Sustainability Matters

APRIL 15, 2025

A research team at Queensland University of Technology ( QUT ) has developed an eco-friendly method to fabricate perovskite solar cells (PSC) by incorporating a fluoride additive into a water-based solution. Large-scale commercialisation of PSCs has been limited by environmental and health risks linked to the use of toxic organic solvents in the fabrication process.

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3BL Media

APRIL 15, 2025

The organizations will convene professionals and students in downtown San Francisco for SF Climate Week, an event series focused on climate action and innovation. The event will feature senior leaders from PG&E, as well as professionals working across roles with EVs, energy, and decarbonization to discuss their career paths. SAN FRANCISCO, April 15, 2025 /3BL/ - Net Impact, a global community of students and professionals, is proud to announce our upcoming event in partnership with Pacific G

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Renew Economy

APRIL 15, 2025

State government announces major road upgrades in response to local council concerns about road congestion from transport of giant turbine blades. The post NSW begins major road upgrades to deliver huge turbine blades and “oversize” gear to renewable zones appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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