GreenBiz
MAY 18, 2020
Companies push Congress to promote climate action. Is anyone listening? Joel Makower. Mon, 05/18/2020 - 09:15. What happens when more than 300 business people descend, virtually, on Capitol Hill to advocate for climate action amid a pandemic and economic crisis? Logic would dictate that these well-intentioned lobbyists-for-a-day would be met with a resounding shrug.
Impact Alpha
MAY 20, 2020
ImpactAlpha, May 20 – The $40 million Olamina Fund fund was launched by Candide Group in November to address a persistent lack of capital in low-income communities as well as the few financial institutions that serve them. In its first six months, it has made low-interest loans to five lenders, including Oweesta, a community development. The post Olamina Fund deploys first $14.5 million to Black, Native and rural lenders appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
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Envirotec Magazine
MAY 20, 2020
This article is sponsored by RRC. RRC is a well-established health and safety and environmental management training provider, with over 90 years experience of delivering high-quality training and education worldwide. It offers a range of IEMA environmental management courses, suitable for all with interest or responsibilities for Environmental Management.
Daniel Burrus
MAY 20, 2020
We all manage something in our lives. Whether we manage other people, an entire organization, sales or even just ourselves, management is part of our everyday lives and includes careful planning, well-thought-out direction and a sense of control. What happens when we apply that definition of management to the concept of opportunity? What if we were to identify and act upon opportunity much as we arrange and then manage a meeting, a project or some other form of responsibility that takes place ea
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
GreenBiz
MAY 21, 2020
Why Nature’s Path went ‘regenerative organic’. Heather Clancy. Thu, 05/21/2020 - 00:46. The term "regenerative agriculture" has become two of the biggest buzzwords in nature-based climate solutions. But how many farms and food companies can say they follow both regenerative and organic practices? Canadian cereal and snack company Nature’s Path — the largest organic breakfast and snack company in North America — hopes to get more agricultural organizations focused on the nuances of those adjectiv
Impact Alpha
MAY 22, 2020
ImpactAlpha, May 22 – Aspiration launched in 2015 to offer a green and “conscious,” digital alternative to mainstream banks. It has since gone on to expand products from basic banking and checking to investment products, like its conservation-focused IRA. Aspiration closed its Series C round with backing from Alpha Edison, hedge fund manager UBS O’Connor, The post Aspiration secures $135 million to expand impact banking products appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
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TEDxInnovations
MAY 21, 2020
You procrastinate because you're lazy, right? Wrong. The truth is more complex—and far more interesting. Learn how to stop putting off important tasks. with a little help from master procrastinator Margaret Atwood. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey ! Become a TED Member today at [link] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
GreenBiz
MAY 19, 2020
Rebuilding recycling to go circular. Keefe Harrison. Mon, 05/18/2020 - 18:18. This article is part of our Paradigm Shift series, produced by nonprofit PYXERA Global, on the diverse solutions driving the transition to a circular economy. See the full collection of stories and upcoming webinars with the authors here. After the coronavirus pandemic has passed, the world will need solutions to repair our economy in a way that protects both the planet and its people.
Impact Alpha
MAY 18, 2020
ImpactAlpha, May 18 – Local texture manufacturers in North and West Africa are pivoting to meet demand for personal protective equipment. Flower growers in Kenya are switching to grow basic foodstuffs. Small and mid-sized companies create 80% of Africa’s jobs, (compared to 60% in the U.S. and 50% in the European Union) and are at. The post How high-impact businesses in emerging markets are pivoting in the COVID crisis appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
AAEE
MAY 21, 2020
Today, the environment is at a risk. With rising pollution levels, deforestation, and more, environmental engineers are someone who can help reduce the risk and safeguard the environment. They aren’t your ordinary nature lovers. In fact, they are professionals with a scientific mind who generally take care of exceeding pollution levels, manage hazardous waste, preservation… The post Environmental Engineers – Why Is This The Career Of The Future?
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
Sense and Sustainability
MAY 20, 2020
In the second and final part of his interview the author’s interview with Chris Ahlfeldt , Founder and Director of Blue Horizon Energy , and impact and sustainability advisor, Chris provides his thoughts on South Africa’s internationally commended renewable energy auction programme, how the next generation of young South African energy leaders can be identified and empowered and shares some of his hopes for the future.
GreenBiz
MAY 18, 2020
Reusable packaging in the time of COVID-19. Tom Szaky. Mon, 05/18/2020 - 01:00. The novel coronavirus had cases on every continent except Antarctica when it was declared a global pandemic March 11. The crisis was brewing long before, and the United States federal emergency and stay-at-home orders would come after, but it was in that official moment of alarm that consumer behavior, and business’s response to it, changed across the country.
Impact Alpha
MAY 22, 2020
ImpactAlpha, May 22 – Climate risk. Worker safety. Executive pay. The stalwart shareholder advocacy group has a resolution for that. Corporations holding annual general meetings this month are well familiar with two particularly attentive shareholders: Andrew Behar and Danielle Fugere of As You Sow. Along with groups like CERES and the Interfaith Center for Corporate.
MSCI
MAY 19, 2020
COVID-19 unleashed a torrent of sharp movements across global financial markets. We highlight five key lessons for investors regarding global investing, managing factors, active management, indexed investing and ESG investing.
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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.
TEDxInnovations
MAY 18, 2020
When you stop comparing yourself to others, you can accomplish great things, says wheelchair athlete Dean Furness. He shares how, after losing the use of his legs in an accident, he discovered a powerful new mindset focused on redefining his "personal average" and getting better little by little. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey !
GreenBiz
MAY 18, 2020
Let’s get together: Intel’s 2030 commitments include ‘shared’ climate and social goals. Heather Clancy. Mon, 05/18/2020 - 02:16. 'Tis the season for new corporate social and climate commitments, especially at the start of this decade of action and despite the COVID-19 pandemic, which requires short-term prioritization from responsible companies around the world. .
Impact Alpha
MAY 20, 2020
ImpactAlpha, May 20 – COVID is crushing small and growing businesses in emerging markets. Four in 10 companies supported by members of the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs members risk failing in the next six months. Half of businesses in a Global Accelerator Learning Initiative survey have lost more than half their revenues. The impacts. The post The outlook is bleak, and financing needs clear, for small businesses in emerging markets appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Sustainable Development Network
MAY 21, 2020
No 50º aniversário do Dia da Terra, comemorado em 22 de abril, a Rede de Soluções de Desenvolvimento Sustentável (SDSN) reuniu aproximadamente 300 pessoas de todo o mundo em um webinar de 24 horas intitulado “Felicidade e Sustentabilidade ao Redor da Terra”. O evento foi realizado com a proposta de vincular os participantes por meio das temáticas de felicidade e desenvolvimento sustentável, com o compartilhamento de ações concretas, soluções e histórias.
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
TEDxInnovations
MAY 19, 2020
Trauma and PTSD rewire your brain -- especially your memory -- and can unearth destructive emotional responses when stirred. Could we eliminate these triggers without erasing the memories themselves? Enter neurologist Amy Milton's mind-blowing, memory-editing clinical research poised to defuse the damaging effects of painful remembered experiences and offer a potential path toward better mental health.
GreenBiz
MAY 22, 2020
How to Get Your Supply Chain to Embrace Circularity. Companies can make progress toward building a circular system only so far on their own. To change your entire system, you need to engage your whole value chain and beyond to create a truly circular model. Succeeding in this arena often requires convincing suppliers to make shifts and identifying new suppliers that better align with your company’s circularity goals.
Impact Alpha
MAY 19, 2020
ImpactAlpha, May 19 – The global health agency is tapping investors and donors for a $3 million vehicle to give low-income countries a boost in the hyper-competitive global market for personal protective equipment. Grants and recoverable grants made to UNICEF’s Fast Fund will guarantee up-front payments so 90 low-income countries can procure PPE for frontline.
Eco-Business
MAY 22, 2020
ESG investing is driven by irreversible forces. Governments can slow it down or accelerate it, but they cannot stop it.
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.
Good.is: Planet
MAY 20, 2020
This article first appeared on The Conversation. You can read it here. New York City's experience as the epicenter of the U.S. COVID-19 outbreak is raising questions about urban living. Quarantined residents worry about the future in a city known for its tight quarters and full theaters. But cities have long had to transform themselves to overcome disease.
GreenBiz
MAY 22, 2020
How TerraCycle's safety and cleaning practices can be adopted across industries. Deonna Anderson. Fri, 05/22/2020 - 00:05. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought the safety of reuse into question. But Tom Szaky, CEO of TerraCycle, thinks when the crisis is over there will be even more opportunity for reusable packaging and containers to become more commonplace, if done right.
Impact Alpha
MAY 19, 2020
ImpactAlpha, May 19 – Even in the new stakeholder economy, suppliers, communities, customers and employees largely still lack the clout to steer the use of corporate cash reserves in a new direction. But that hasn’t stopped them imagining where it might go if they could. Corporations looking to build a business environment of shared prosperity. The post Beyond Buybacks: 10 ways to put corporate cash to work appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Eco-Business
MAY 22, 2020
Researchers from the National University of Singapore has come up with a concept of harvesting energy in the presence of shadows, enabling new approaches to power production. Could the novel technology drive the clean energy transition?
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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
TEDxInnovations
MAY 20, 2020
The ocean plays host to a peculiar party of wild, marine sex life that's perhaps quirkier (and kinkier) than you can fathom. But is human behavior interrupting these raunchy reproductive acts? Take a deep dive with marine biologist Marah J. Hardt to discover what exactly goes down under the sea -- and why your own wellness depends on the healthy sex lives of fish.
GreenBiz
MAY 22, 2020
The decarbonization promise of indoor agriculture is still in the seed stage. Jim Giles. Fri, 05/22/2020 - 01:18. Here’s a tale of two chefs. Both are based in the Midwest and both are preparing a Caesar salad. One uses lettuce shipped from where much of our lettuce is grown: The fields around Monterey, California. The other sources her greens from a nearby indoor farm.
Impact Alpha
MAY 21, 2020
ImpactAlpha, May 21 – Community development financial institutions are an overnight sensation 30 years in the making. As the depth of the COVID crisis becomes clear, community development financial institutions are ‘having a moment’ as a financial lifeline for small businesses and nonprofits in low-income, rural and minority communities.
Eco-Business
MAY 21, 2020
In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Singapore government has given companies another year before they need to submit plans for reducing the amount of packaging they use.
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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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