GreenBiz
JULY 31, 2023
To address its impact on nature and biodiversity, U.K.-based GSK developed sustainable sourcing standards for ingredients such as lactose, gelatin, palm oil, paper and sugar.
3BL Media
AUGUST 3, 2023
August 3, 2023 /3BL/ - SkysTheLimit.org , a nonprofit digital platform dedicated to supporting historically excluded entrepreneurs, is proud to spotlight Erick Donaldson, the Founder of 99 BXNG in Tulsa, Oklahoma, during National Black Business Month. 99 BXNG is a luxury group fitness boxing studio offering HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) classes and personalized one-on-one training for the entire family.
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Corporate Knights
AUGUST 3, 2023
The Canadian government recently passed the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act. The new law is designed to address forced labour and child labour in supply chains by requiring companies to disclose their efforts in eliminating labour abuse from their supply chains. The legislation, known colloquially as Canada’s Modern Slavery Act, does not require large Canadian companies to actually take actions to prevent or reduce the risk of forced labour and child labour
Renew Economy
AUGUST 3, 2023
Claims decommissioned wind turbine blades were secretly dumped in a Queensland forest have been thoroughly debunked – but not before being gobbled up Murdoch media. The post “Turbine graveyard” debunked: Anatomy of a media anti-wind scare campaign appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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.
GreenBiz
AUGUST 4, 2023
The Inflation Reduction Act has dangled 'very attractive carrots' to accelerate decarbonization, but a 'few more sticks' are needed to hit climate targets, according to a new analysis.
3BL Media
AUGUST 3, 2023
The picturesque village of Kanthalloor in Kerala, nestled amidst the mist-covered Western Ghats, is experiencing a remarkable shift in its agricultural landscape. This change has been made possible by the intervention of technology, with the recent launch of the Lenovo Digital Center for Kanthalloor Millets – a cutting-edge technological hub – that promises to change the lives of the farming community like never before.
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Renew Economy
JULY 31, 2023
The zinc-bromine flow batteries of Redflow and the iron flow batteries of Energy Storage Industries tapped for testing on Queensland's grid. The post Queensland signs deals for two flow battery projects and long duration storage appeared first on RenewEconomy.
GreenBiz
AUGUST 3, 2023
Changes in land use in America could have a big impact on emissions reduction, biodiversity and quality of life, not just in the U.S. but around the world. Here’s what companies should know.
3BL Media
JULY 31, 2023
Gen Blog | Community By Kim Allman, Head of Corporate Responsibility and Government Affairs Today is an exciting day at Gen: we’ve launched our first Social Impact Report as a new global company with a family of trusted Cyber Safety brands. Our social impact work is essential in bringing equity, opportunities and safety to the next generation of digital life.
Corporate Knights
JULY 31, 2023
This summer, the urgency of the energy transition has come into sharper focus as Canadians struggle with forest fires and dangerous air quality. A pressing question is where the money is going to come from to shift our economy to a low carbon footing. At Investors for Paris Compliance, we just reviewed our major banks' net zero progress to assess whether they may have it covered.
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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.
Renew Economy
AUGUST 1, 2023
Big battery output hits new record high in main grid as sun sets, wind stops blowing and wholesale prices hit new market cap in one state. The post Big batteries set new milestone in Australia as sun sets and wind doesn’t blow appeared first on RenewEconomy.
GreenBiz
AUGUST 1, 2023
Privatizing space could bring immense benefits to humanity, but is the industry thoughtfully considering the impact of emissions, space debris and employee well-being?
3BL Media
AUGUST 3, 2023
In a groundbreaking collaboration between Leidos, a global technology solutions provider, and NASCAR, the renowned motorsports organization, a visionary partnership has emerged to design and construct a Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV) for NASA's ambitious lunar exploration program. This innovative venture aims to revolutionize space exploration while prioritizing sustainability as a fundamental pillar of the mission.
Corporate Knights
AUGUST 1, 2023
Floods, wildfires and record high temperatures are turning investor attention to the climate emergency, raising the threat of higher borrowing costs for Canadian provinces with large oil and gas industries. Backed by government taxing powers, Canada’s provincial and territorial bond market receives high scores from credit rating agencies. The $1-trillion market for these bonds helps to finance schools, hospitals, social services and other provincial spending.
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
Renew Economy
AUGUST 2, 2023
The gas industry is telling consumers that ditching their appliances will break the grid. And other nonsense. The post Gas lobby launches new scare campaign on electrification, saying it will break the grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.
GreenBiz
AUGUST 1, 2023
A fake press release trumpeting a pledge to ban plastic from Mattel's iconic doll is revealed as a stunt staged by Daryl Hannah and eco-activist agency Yes Men.
Envirotec Magazine
AUGUST 4, 2023
Crops growing in dry ground. As the climate changes, crop cultivation becomes more challenging (image credit: Joanna Clarke, CC-BY 4.0 license ). A special issue of the journal PLOS Biology explores plant engineering as a tool to improve the climate resilience and carbon capture potential of crops Climate change is affecting the types of plant varieties we can cultivate, as well as how and where we can do so.
Cisco CSR
AUGUST 2, 2023
Exciting things have been happening since we announced the two new entry-level Cisco certifications, the Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity and Cisco Certified Support Technician … Read more on Cisco Blogs
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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
Renew Economy
AUGUST 1, 2023
Tory government steps up oil exploration and investments in CCS, a technology Twiggy Forrest says is "waiting for the next idiot to come along." The post Forrest threatens to quit UK, says CCS is “waiting for the next idiot” appeared first on RenewEconomy.
GreenBiz
AUGUST 3, 2023
Nuclear reactors are getting smaller, cheaper and easier to make. That’s inspiring more companies large and small to angle for a piece of the market.
Envirotec Magazine
AUGUST 3, 2023
Sukhbaatar Square in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (image credit: takepicsforfun / Shutterstock.com). Surface cracks and biofilms on plastic particles might help spread pollution Concerns about microplastic pollution arise not only because of the particles themselves, but also from whatever cargo they might be carrying. A recent study reports on their tendency to accumulate heavy metals.
Chris Hall
AUGUST 2, 2023
As new global baseline and EU sustainability standards for companies launch, some warn they don’t reflect an organisation’s true sustainability within Earth’s boundaries. Happy Earth Overshoot Day! Today (August 2), humanity’s demand for biological resources has exceeded Earth’s capacity to regenerate for the rest of the year, according to Global Footprint Network, which has been measuring the ecological deficit since 1971.
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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.
Renew Economy
JULY 30, 2023
Fossil gas generation on Australia's main grid fell by more than half in June, and there is no sign of an increase. The post Power from fossil gas plunged by 50 pct in June on Australia’s main grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.
GreenBiz
AUGUST 3, 2023
There is no path to 1.5C without nature-based solutions. Yet, investing in these solutions has become increasingly complex. Guidance from the SBTi, SBTN, VCMI, ICVCM, Oxford Principles and others continues to evolve, the media continues to shine a light on quality concerns, and consumers continue to demand transparency.
Environmental News Bits
JULY 31, 2023
by Hiba Baroud, Vanderbilt University Heavy rainfall in the Northeast on June 9-11, 2023, generated widespread flooding, particularly in New York’s Hudson Valley and in Vermont. One major concern was the Wrightsville Dam, built in 1935 on the Winooski River north of Vermont’s capital city, Montpelier.
Chris Hall
JULY 31, 2023
A groundswell of concern is developing around the soundness of economic research used to underpin climate-related risk and investment models. A growing number of voices warn that the economic assumptions of climate risk are misaligned with science and underestimating financial damages, with Carbon Tracker claiming that UK pension funds use flawed investment models, potentially putting retirement savings at risk.
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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.
Renew Economy
AUGUST 3, 2023
Vast arrays of solar panels floating on calm seas near the Equator could provide effectively unlimited energy to densely populated countries in Asia and Africa. The post “Limitless” energy: How offshore floating solar could power population hotspots appeared first on RenewEconomy.
GreenBiz
AUGUST 2, 2023
Join us for an engaging session dedicated to crafting your distinct competitive edge. Hear from leading climate tech journalists and venture capital communications experts. Learn valuable tips for crafting crisp and engaging mission statements that resonate with your target audience of investors and customers. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your startup's messaging strategy and unlock the potential of your website and social media platforms to elevate your brand and maximize reach.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
AUGUST 1, 2023
Earth's oldest craters could give scientists critical information about the structure of the early Earth and the composition of bodies in the solar system as well as help to interpret crater records on other planets. But geologists can't find them, and they might never be able to, according to a new study.
Just Capital
AUGUST 2, 2023
Akamai Technologies Chairman, Dan Hesse. (Akamai Technologies) When Dan Hesse became Sprint’s President and CEO in 2007, the company’s business plan had it filing for bankruptcy in six months. Over his seven years in the position, however, things took a turn. Sprint went “from hugely negative total shareholder return to the best total shareholder return of any big company in the U.S.,” according to Hesse.
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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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