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The Future of Logistics: Driving Innovation Through AI, Automation, and E-Commerce

3BL Media

Imagine a logistics industry free of inefficiencies, seamlessly adapting to disruptions, and delivering unmatched value to supply chains. This isnt just a dream its the future DP World is building today. The future of logistics isn't just about evolution; it's about revolution. With advancements like artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and e-commerce expansion, the industry is redefining how products move around the globe.

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Why New York City's last dairy switched from cows to nuts

Corporate Knights

This is the fourth installment of our six-part Masters of Metamorphosis series , in which we look at corporations that have reinvented themselves in order to seize opportunities in the energy transition. In 2016, New Yorks Elmhurst Dairy closed its doors as the last remaining fluid-milk plant in the city. The following year, under the continued leadership of second-generation owner Henry Schwartz, the company rebranded as Elmhurst 1925, shifting its focus to plant-based milks.

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Coalition’s final act of disastrous campaign confirms plan to destroy climate and green energy schemes

Renew Economy

Coalition's final campaign act perfectly summarises their true anti-climate, pro fossil fuel colours. Here's hoping voters have paid attention. The post Coalition’s final act of disastrous campaign confirms plan to destroy climate and green energy schemes appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Government attempts to reduce environmental protections in planning bill could breach international law, says KC

Envirotec Magazine

The governments flagship Planning and Infrastructure Bill could be in breach of international law, according to new legal advice from a leading KC. Planning and environmental law barrister, David Elvin KC of Landmark Chambers, found Part 3 of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill to be regressive and potentially in breach of international law. Mr Elvins legal opinion is that the approach adopted in Part 3 is a significantly laxer approach to protection, which allows issues of mitigation/offsettin

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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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Building a Hunger and Malnutrition Free Future: One Community at a Time

3BL Media

Published by Action Against Hunger. New York, NY - May 1, 2025 Veronica Lalakal, Community Health Worker In one of Kenyas most remote villages, Veronica Lalakal treks three hours nearly every day to reach families in need. The journey is not easy. Veronica travels over rivers without bridges and unpaved roads that are often obstructed. During the rainy season, the journey becomes far worse as flooding washes away all traces of paths.

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Restoring oil wells back to nature with moss

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

In what could represent a milestone in ecological restoration, researchers have implemented a method capable of restoring peatlands at tens of thousands of oil and gas exploration sites in Western Canada. The project involves lowering the surface of these decommissioned sites, known as well pads, and transplanting native moss onto them to effectively recreate peatlands.

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How Carlsberg thrives with resilience

McKinsey Sustainabilty

In disruptive times, resilience is essential for both survival and success. Heres how the global beverage giant ensures that it is ready for anything.

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Traditional Medicinals Releases 2024 Impact Report Highlighting Progress in Sustainability, Sourcing, and Community Investment

3BL Media

In 1974, Traditional Medicinals began with a purpose, to connect people with the wisdom of plants in service of their well-being and the well-being of the planet. Nearly five decades later, this same purpose continues to guide every decision we make. As a Certified B Corporation and leader in botanical wellness, were proud to share our 2024 Impact Report, which highlights the ways we continue to deepen our commitments to people, product integrity, and planet health.

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'Wood you believe it?' Engineers fortify wood with eco-friendly nano-iron

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

With more than 181.5 billion tons of wood produced globally each year, a new method could revolutionize how we build sustainably. By infusing red oak with ferrihydrite using a simple, low-cost process, researchers strengthened the wood at the cellular level without adding weight or altering flexibility -- offering a durable, eco-friendly alternative to steel and concrete.

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First batteries installed as Liddell’s shuttered coal plant morphs into green energy hub

Renew Economy

AGL installs the first battery units of its biggest storage facility to date, at the site of the shuttered Liddell coal fired power plant. The post First batteries installed as Liddell’s shuttered coal plant morphs into green energy hub appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Janet Yellen on the ‘real opportunities’ for green investors

Financial Times: Moral Money

A conversation with the former US Treasury secretary on the outlook for clean energy growth

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Following Powerful Pennsylvania Storms, T‑Mobile Teams on the Ground Providing Support

3BL Media

A powerful storm system swept across Pennsylvania overnight, bringing damaging winds with speeds over 80 mph, large hail and heavy rainfall. The severe weather caused widespread power outages that are affecting nearly half a million residents, particularly in the Pittsburgh area, and utility providers are working now to restore those areas. Network Update T-Mobiles network in the Pittsburgh area has overlapping coverage , pre-installed backup power at key sites and redundant backhaul routes that

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Rhythmically trained sea lion returns for an encore -- and performs as well as humans

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Animal research on biomusicality, which looks at whether different species are capable of behaving in ways that show they recognize aspects of music, including rhythm and beat, remains a tantalizing field at the intersection of biology and psychology. Now, the highly trained California sea lion who achieved global fame for her ability to bob her head to a beat is finally back: starring in a new study that shows her rhythm is just as precise -- if not better -- than humans.

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No batteries, no flexibility: Spain could have avoided blackout with lessons learned in South Australia

Renew Economy

"Two blackouts, one root cause:" Energy expert says Spain failed to learn lessons from South Australia blackout, and had no batteries, and no flexibility on its grid. The post No batteries, no flexibility: Spain could have avoided blackout with lessons learned in South Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Companies Continuing to Increase Climate Ambitions Despite Headwinds: MSCI

ESG Today

Companies globally continued to increase the ambitions of their climate goals in 2024, despite policy headwinds, with a substantial increase in the year of listed companies with validated science-based emission reduction goals, and a continued decoupling in the correlation between revenue and GHG emissions growth, according to a new study released by investment data and research provider MSCI.

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Rethinking Regulated Medical Waste: The Shift Toward Circularity and Innovative Treatment Technologies

3BL Media

The COVID-19 pandemic has sharpened our focus on medical waste management. Once largely overlooked, items such as syringes, personal protective equipment (PPE), and even face masks have become focal points in a broader conversation about sustainability and safety. From hospitals to personal use at homes and the workplace, the surge in medical waste has underscored an urgent need for more sustainable approaches to handling biohazardous materials.

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Breakthrough extends fuel cell lifespan beyond 200,000 hours, paving the way for clean long-haul trucking

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Researchers have developed a new catalyst design capable of pushing the projected fuel cell catalyst lifespans to 200,000 hours. The research marks a significant step toward the widespread adoption of fuel cell technology in heavy-duty vehicles, such as long-haul tractor trailers. While platinum-alloy catalysts have historically delivered superior chemical reactions, the alloying elements leach out over time, diminishing catalytic performance.

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Spain reached 100 pct renewables a week before blackout. Some big batteries might have kept lights on

Renew Economy

The exact causes of the dramatic blackout in Spain and Portugal are not yet known. But the lack of battery storage left its high renewables grid badly exposed. The post Spain reached 100 pct renewables a week before blackout. Some big batteries might have kept lights on appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Blue Yonder Acquires Pledge to Enhance Supply Chain Emissions Reporting Capabilities

ESG Today

Digital supply chain solutions provider Blue Yonder announced the acquisition of the business of logistics-focused climate data tech startup Pledge Earth Technologies, with the transaction aimed at enhancing Blue Yonders capabilities to help customers assess and reduce supply chain emissions. Founded in 2021, UK-based Pledge provides solutions enabling enterprises to calculate and report emissions across their logistics supply chains.

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Career Discovery Week 2025 at Paramount Global

3BL Media

Last Month, Paramount Global once again coordinated with the Partnership for New York City on Career Discovery Week. Career Discovery Week is part of NYC Public Schools Student Pathways, an expansion of career-connected learning that provides work-based learning opportunities and career exposure. More than 85 of the citys major employers joined forces this year to help build a bridge from the citys classrooms to the world of business.

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'Scratching' more than the ocean's surface to map global microplastic movement

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

An international team of scientists has moved beyond just 'scratching the surface,' to understand how microplastics move through and impact the global ocean. For the first time, scientists have mapped microplastic distribution from the surface to the deep sea at a global scale -- revealing not only where plastics accumulate, but how they infiltrate critical ocean systems.

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AEMO says wind, solar and storage pipeline at record high, as battery proposals double

Renew Economy

AEMO says capacity of wind, solar and battery storage projects queuing for connection in Australia's main grid has jumped to more than 50 GW for first time. The post AEMO says wind, solar and storage pipeline at record high, as battery proposals double appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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FCA Halts Plan to Introduce Sustainability Disclosure Requirements and Investment Labels for Portfolio Managers

ESG Today

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the conduct regulator for financial services firms and financial markets in the UK, announced that it would not currently proceed with its proposal to extend its new Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) and sustainable investment labelling regime to portfolio managers, despite broad support for the rules, following industry feedback on the proposal.

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Sustainability Comes Naturally

3BL Media

Eastman Katherine Hofmanns Eastman career didnt happen by accident. The polymer scientist has a passion for sustainability and the environment. You could even say its in her genes. My mom worked for the Environmental Protection Agency, and we reused and recycled everything. I got in trouble if I threw away my Ziplocs at school lunch, Hofmann said. Though none of this was called sustainability back in the day, it became core to who I am and my own values.

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Reasons for optimism amid the climate rollback

Environmental Finance

Climate disclosure rules offer a proxy for the status of sustainable finance - and it's not all bad news, writes Michael Hurley

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Nuclear power is shaping up as an election loser, and the Murdoch media is not happy

Renew Economy

Whatever happens on election day, its certain that the Coalitions promotion of nuclear power will cost it votes. It will probably cost the Coalition seats and may cost them the election. The post Nuclear power is shaping up as an election loser, and the Murdoch media is not happy appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Pioneer Raises $1.2 Billion for Article 9 Sustainable Infrastructure Fund

ESG Today

London-based sustainable infrastructure investment firm Pioneer Point Partners announced that it has raised over 1.1 billion (USD$1.2 billion) for its second sustainable institutional fund, Pioneer Infrastructure Partners II. The firm noted strong demand for the sustainable infrastructure-focused fund, with fundraising reached only twelve months following launch, and significantly exceeding its initial 800 million target.

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9 Lessons on Inclusion, Influence and Trust in the Digital Economy from the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth

3BL Media

Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth Whether they build policy or code, companies or communities, the 400 leaders gathered in Washington, D.C., this week for the 2025 Global Inclusive Growth Summit all shared a mission to explore new ways to grow opportunities and build resilience for all. No one has a monopoly on good ideas, said Shamina Singh, the founder and president of Mastercard's Center for Inclusive Growth , which hosted the annual gathering.

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Grangemouth closure and Blair’s net zero intervention, must be wake up call for government warns Unite

Envirotec Magazine

Aerial image of Grangemouth site from 2018. Unite, one of the UK’s largest trade unions, representing workers in construction, energy and engineering, has today (30 April) called on the UK government to fundamentally rethink its approach to net zero policies and industrial strategy. Unites intervention comes a day after it was announced that the Grangemouth oil refinery has ceased refining oil and former prime minister Tony Blair warned that the present policy is doomed to fail.

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Fireys pour water on Peter Dutton’s “potentially catastrophic” nuclear power plan

Renew Economy

United Firefighters Union of Australia says Dutton's nuclear power plan introduces a "new, more dangerous threat" that emergency services are not prepared for. The post Fireys pour water on Peter Dutton’s “potentially catastrophic” nuclear power plan appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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.