Materials startup raises $46 million to replace cement
GreenBiz
JULY 20, 2022
Breakthrough Energy and homebuilder Lennar's investment arm co-lead $64 million Series A round for low-carbon cement producer Terra CO2 Technology.
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Bowen frees ARENA from Taylor’s fossil fuel mandate, puts focus back on renewables
Renew Economy
JULY 21, 2022
Labor restores ARENA's focus on renewables, ending years of Coalition attempts to redirect the agency's funding to CCS and gas projects. The post Bowen frees ARENA from Taylor’s fossil fuel mandate, puts focus back on renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Qualcomm's Approach to Transforming Education
3BL Media
JULY 22, 2022
SOURCE: Qualcomm. DESCRIPTION: Another important sector that stands to benefit from the promises of the new generation of wireless technologies is education. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the depth of a digital divide that’s long existed in education, put a halt to traditional classroom education and accelerated the urgency for equitable solutions. .
Is sadness good for sustainable investing?
Corporate Knights
JULY 21, 2022
Think about the last time you bought something expensive to make yourself feel better after a disappointment or when you treated yourself with a fancy and expensive dinner after some accomplishment. Emotions have a strong influence on purchasing decisions. More often than we realise, we make these decisions based on emotions rather than rational calculations and facts.
Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization
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.
What Rotterdam teaches about the power of green roofs
GreenBiz
JULY 19, 2022
Here are lessons from one Dutch city on building rooftop spaces that benefit all and combat urban heat islands.
AEMO says firmed wind and solar cheapest reliable energy option by “country mile”
Renew Economy
JULY 18, 2022
AEMO's Westerman says firmed wind and solar are the cheapest reliable power option for Australia "by a country mile.". The post AEMO says firmed wind and solar cheapest reliable energy option by “country mile” appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Is the sun setting on America's oil refineries?
Corporate Knights
JULY 18, 2022
The United States’ capacity to refine oil into fuel has shrunk significantly during the pandemic because of the closure of refineries. And it may never come back, says the CEO of the second-largest oil company in the U.S. . In a closed-door meeting between Chevron CEO Mike Wirth and U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm in late June, reported by Bloomberg , both agreed that the shortage in refining capacity will persist and probably get even worse , as the country saw at least five refiner
It’s high time for the cannabis industry to embrace sustainability
GreenBiz
JULY 18, 2022
Cannabis companies are getting a free pass despite their many social and environmental challenges.
Octopus launches $10 billion renewables platform, buys Australia’s biggest solar farm
Renew Economy
JULY 19, 2022
Octopus kick-starts $10 billion renewables "platform" with closure of two funds, investment from CEFC and purchase of country's biggest solar farm. The post Octopus launches $10 billion renewables platform, buys Australia’s biggest solar farm appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Logitech's #WomenWhoMaster Series Celebrates STEM Trailblazers
3BL Media
JULY 21, 2022
By Nicole Danigelis. SOURCE: Logitech. DESCRIPTION: Fewer girls and young women are pursuing careers in tech and IT industries. In 1995, about one in three computer scientists were women. Today that number has shrunk to one in five. With fewer real life role models, more girls may opt out of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers.
Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?
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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.
A 360 Degree View on Software and Hardware at the Edge
Cisco CSR
JULY 18, 2022
In my last blog post, Edge Native Applications Are Conquering the Smart Device Edge , you were introduced to edge native applications and to the categorization of the various edge tiers based on the LF Edge definition. This blog post will focus on the hardware and software aspects of each categorization to give you an extensive understanding on all possibilities at the edge – from every angle!
Energy Transition: More Than Low Cost in Renewables Is Needed
Impakter
JULY 17, 2022
Impakter. Energy Transition: More Than Low Cost in Renewables Is Needed. Adding to the list of novelties of our times, we now have the first global energy crisis. And it comes at a time in which we still struggle to make the switch to renewables that is necessary for international energy security. That’s what the International Energy Agency (IEA) head Fatih Birol told the Sydney Energy […].
Labor won’t act urgently on climate unless it’s forced to
Renew Economy
JULY 16, 2022
Labor should be aiming at emissions cuts of 70 to 80% by 2030. There is no shortage of feasible, detailed and immediately beneficial policies to do this. But they won't. The post Labor won’t act urgently on climate unless it’s forced to appeared first on RenewEconomy.
EarthX Supports Sustainable Fishing
3BL Media
JULY 22, 2022
SOURCE: EarthX. DESCRIPTION: According to MSC, sustainable fishing means leaving enough fish in the ocean and protecting habitats and threatened species. As responsible consumers, we should always seek for certified sea products. EarthX is an international nonprofit environmental organization dedicated to educating and inspiring people and organizations to take action towards a more sustainable future worldwide.
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
Reduce Your Turbulence With An Agile Supply Chain
Cisco CSR
JULY 21, 2022
Authored By Han Law. Uncertain global environments around trade and other geo-political events have made agile supply chains the difference between a firm’s success, survival, or failure. However, traditional risk management practices have not been very effective. This is because of poor visibility, high data latency, and the unstructured nature of data present in many of today’s distributed supply chain networks.
BRICS Expansion: Five New Members in 2023?
Impakter
JULY 17, 2022
Impakter. BRICS Expansion: Five New Members in 2023? Just over two weeks after Russian state media announced that Iran and Argentina filed their official applications to join BRICS, alliance President Purnima Anand revealed that Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt began the process of making the same move. NEW: Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt may join BRICS soon[link] — Insider Paper (@TheInsiderPaper) July 15, 2022 […].
“It’s about time we acted like we’re in a crisis”: Greens to push Labor ‘further and faster’
Renew Economy
JULY 19, 2022
Greens leader Adam Bandt questions whether Albanese government really wants to end the climate wars. "We’re in a crisis and we need to act like it.". The post “It’s about time we acted like we’re in a crisis”: Greens to push Labor ‘further and faster’ appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Enabling a Sustainable Chip Industry Requires a Long-Term Vision and Near-Term Actions
3BL Media
JULY 21, 2022
By Chris Librie. SOURCE: Applied Materials. DESCRIPTION: Applied Materials has published its Sustainability Report for 2021, which we titled Make Possible® a Better Future. It highlights the significant progress we’ve made in reducing our carbon footprint and transitioning to renewable energy. At the same time, the report underscores the sustainability challenges we continue to face as a company and as an industry.
What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?
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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
Cisco DNA Center is now FIPS 140-2 certified
Cisco CSR
JULY 20, 2022
Contributing Author: Marcus Moffett , CTO and Senior Director of Engineering and Architecture, U.S. Public Sector. Digital transformation, various regulations, increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber security threats, and new paradigms such as IoT and hybrid work are transforming enterprise networks and making them more complex to manage. These networks need a modern network management system to run the network efficiently through intelligent automation, securely through easy-to-adminis
Heineken Says Suppliers Representing 80% of Packaging Carbon Footprint are Committing to Science-Based Emissions Targets
ESG Today
JULY 21, 2022
Beer company Heineken revealed today that suppliers representing 80% of the company’s packaging carbon footprint have committed to or are in the process of setting science-based climate targets with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), marking a significant milestone in the company’s efforts to address its supply chain climate impact. SBTi is one of the key organizations focused on aligning corporate environmental sustainability action with the global goals of addressing and limiting cli
Energy regulators prepare for EV smart charging, as cars become “batteries on wheels”
Renew Economy
JULY 21, 2022
Electric vehicles are expected to reshape consumer energy needs and practices and have a transformative impact on the electricity grid,”. The post Energy regulators prepare for EV smart charging, as cars become “batteries on wheels” appeared first on RenewEconomy.
TCS goIT June Monthly Challenge Winner: Eco Water
3BL Media
JULY 20, 2022
SOURCE: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). DESCRIPTION: TCS’s goIT program engages students from diverse backgrounds to bridge the learning curve with STEM, Computer Science, Design Thinking, and Digital Innovation. The program offers an industry developed, customizable curriculum that teaches students 21st century skills necessary for a career in technology.
What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?
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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.
Cisco Catalyst 9300X Switches Deliver More
Cisco CSR
JULY 21, 2022
“Hybrid work and automation in smart workspaces require agility of speed and bandwidth, flexible power, and simplicity of design. With high performance access edge Cisco Catalyst 9300X switches, you will get a version of the bestselling switches plus additional flexibility and performance you need.” Hybrid work evolves. It has happened to all of us.
Want a connected home without a cloud? Get smarter sensors.
Stacey Higginbotham
JULY 19, 2022
If we want to build a world that doesn’t require an internet connection but can still make use of ubiquitous sensors, as Alasdair argues above, then we need smarter sensors. For an idea of what that might look like, I consulted with Pete Warden, an expert in machine learning. Warden is the former CTO of Jetpac, a company purchased by Google in 2014.
Graph of the Day: Wind output surges to Australian record of more than 7,000MW
Renew Economy
JULY 17, 2022
Wind output sets record high in Australia's main grid, reaching more than 7,000MW for first time, while South Australia reaches 140 pct renewables. The post Graph of the Day: Wind output surges to Australian record of more than 7,000MW appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Qualcomm's Approach to Public Policy and Regulation
3BL Media
JULY 20, 2022
SOURCE: Qualcomm. DESCRIPTION: Qualcomm has been a committed partner to countries around the world for more than 30 years, supporting policies that encourage innovation, fostering the proliferation of mobile technology and enabling business-friendly environments globally. With each new generation of mobile communications, Qualcomm creates shared success in collaboration with lawmakers and regulators, creating new opportunities for local industries and communities.
The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges
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In our latest edition of Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Scorpio Edition, 3BL embraces the perspective of one of the zodiac's most misunderstood signs: Scorpio. While this sign often has a darker view of the world, they do not shy away from shining a light on controversial topics. This month we take a deep dive into corporate pullback of DEI and how companies can utilize astrological advice to reinvent its social impact communication.
Edge Native Applications are Conquering the Edge
Cisco CSR
JULY 22, 2022
Join Flo on August 18 for Conquering the Edge , the first of three in a webinar series leading up to our Develop with Cisco event in October. When you are reading about “the Edge,” do you always know what is meant by that term? The edge is a very abstract term. For example, to a service provider, the edge could mean computing devices close to a cell tower.
UK Unveils Net-Zero Aviation Plan as Country’s Overall Emissions Targets in Question
Environment + Energy Leader
JULY 20, 2022
The United Kingdom announces a strategy to achieve net zero in aviation while a court rules against its overall sustainability strategy. The post UK Unveils Net-Zero Aviation Plan as Country’s Overall Emissions Targets in Question appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Five reasons why Australia can lead the world in switch from fossils to renewables
Renew Economy
JULY 17, 2022
Australia is a world leader in the development of a largely renewable energy system. We have the resources, a plan, and the need. The post Five reasons why Australia can lead the world in switch from fossils to renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.
How Technology Can Help Fight Illegal Wildlife Trade
3BL Media
JULY 21, 2022
By Dr. Sylvain Hawawini, Veterinarian & Lenovo Innovator. SOURCE: Lenovo. DESCRIPTION: A few years ago, as a freshly graduated veterinarian, I embarked on my forever dream destination: the African bush. I had the amazing opportunity to join the local NGO Game Rangers International (GRI) and set up a wildlife veterinary project to support the Veterinary Services of the Department of National Parks and Wildlife (DNPW).
Supercharge Your ESG Content This Libra Season
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Throughout Climate Week, a feeling of urgency on tackling the climate crisis was palpable. Yet, questions continue to linger about corporate progress. Are we truly moving the needle or are we stuck in a cycle of empty statements and a flood of reports and guidelines? In the latest edition of Navigating ESG Comms Through the Cosmos - Libra Edition , we use Climate Week outcomes to explore how brands can communicate progress credibly.
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