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Fortescue lays out plans for biggest wind farm in Australia to help eliminate fossil fuels at giant mines

Renew Economy

Andrew Forrest's Fortescue lays out plans for a 2.1 GW wind project to help eliminate use of gas and diesel at its iron ore mines by the end of the decade. The post Fortescue lays out plans for biggest wind farm in Australia to help eliminate fossil fuels at giant mines appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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2025 Global 100 list: World's most sustainable companies are still betting on a greener world

Corporate Knights

Skip to ranking If theres one thing the private sector craves most from government, its clear, stable policies. But in the coming year, many businesses will have no such luck as they navigate major changes to the global tax and regulatory environment that has been encouraging investment in more sustainable technologies and practices. While the new U.S. president will be taking aim at legislation that resulted in nearly US$300 billion in private-sector investments in clean energy, battery manufac

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How to Recognize Project Greenwashing: A Case Study

Green Project Management

We need to talk about Greenwashing in projects. In the GPM P5 Standard for Sustainability in Project Management, we provide prescriptive guidance on 49 sustainability topics. Among them is one thats critical in todays world: green claims and greenwashing. This issue has become increasingly prevalent as organizations rush to signal sustainability without committing to the […] The post How to Recognize Project Greenwashing: A Case Study appeared first on The GPM Blog.

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LA Galaxy Plant New Gardens at Annalee Elementary School in Carson, CA In Support of Earth Month and MLS WORKS' Greener Goals Initiative

3BL Media

In celebration of Earth Month, AEG s LA Galaxy Foundation joined forces with Freeway Insurance and Garden School Foundation to replant and expand the gardens at Annalee Avenue Elementary School in Carson, CA, as part of the MLS (Major League Soccer) WORKS Greener Goals Week of Service, which ran from April 14 22, 2025. On April 22, 2025, LA Galaxys players JT Marcinkowski and Tucker Lepley, along with the clubs mascot Cozmo, employee volunteers from its front office, employees from AEG, and LA

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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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Negative demand: The new grid reality in a state where half of all homes have rooftop solar

Renew Economy

Negative demand never used to be a thing. But South Australia is seeing an increasing number of events when rooftop solar is generating more power than the state needs. The post Negative demand: The new grid reality in a state where half of all homes have rooftop solar appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Dozens of big industries want to plug in to Australia’s first 100 pct net renewable (wind and solar) grid

Renew Economy

Will wind and solar will kill industry? Not in South Australia, where dozens of industries are queueing to plug into the country's most advanced renewable grid. The post Dozens of big industries want to plug in to Australia’s first 100 pct net renewable (wind and solar) grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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What happens when Australia’s methane bubble pops?

Renew Economy

New report from the IEA reveals that Australia's methane emissions are wildly underreported. The bubble's going to pop - so why not shift to honest reporting. The post What happens when Australia’s methane bubble pops? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Sydney can become its own renewable energy zone, take a load off NSW regions

Renew Economy

Sydney could use its untapped rooftop solar resource to generate up to 75% of its own electricity – and take some of the heavy lifting away from NSW regions. The post Sydney can become its own renewable energy zone, take a load off NSW regions appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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State blows away wind generation records and hits a new big battery high

Renew Economy

Records continue to tumble as the nation's most renewable powered state notches up new highs for wind generation and big battery discharge. The post State blows away wind generation records and hits a new big battery high appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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South Australia, the world’s most advanced renewable grid, adds seventh big battery

Renew Economy

South Australia - regarded as the world's most advanced renewable grid - has added a seventh big battery, with seven more to join soon as they finish construction. The post South Australia, the world’s most advanced renewable grid, adds seventh big battery 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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New legal challenge emerges as Woodside gas plan declared worse than all Australia’s coal plants

Renew Economy

Analysis finds emissions from Woodsides Burrup Hub gas expansion would be greater than the combined emissions from all of Australias coal power stations. The post New legal challenge emerges as Woodside gas plan declared worse than all Australia’s coal plants appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Seven massive spinning machines to support grid in first major renewable zone

Renew Economy

Siemens wins highly lucrative contract to install seven syncons - huge spinning machines that do not burn fuel - to support rollout of wind and solar projects in NSW. The post Seven massive spinning machines to support grid in first major renewable zone appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Can fossil fuel lobbyists be barred from global climate talks?

Corporate Knights

As the opening date of this years COP29 climate meeting in Baku, Azerbaijan, approached, the guest list continued to thin. Heads of state from France, Germany, Canada, China, India, Brazil, Russia and the United States, among others, bowed out. King Charles excused himself. Greta Thunberg boycotted. Their reasons varied, from head injuries to domestic troubles to principled stands against the host countrys human rights record, but taken together, the regrets struck an ominous tone.

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Carbon offsets to be dumped as energy giant concedes they don’t “undo harms” from fossil fuels

Renew Economy

EnergyAustralia to dump use of carbon offsets after acknowledging they "do not prevent or undo harms" caused by burning fossil fuels. The post Carbon offsets to be dumped as energy giant concedes they don’t “undo harms” from fossil fuels 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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Forrest and key CIS projects win big as NSW grants grid access to giant wind, solar, and battery facilities

Renew Economy

Some of the country's biggest wind and solar battery facilities will be built in NSW central west after state awards grid access rights to more than 7 GW of projects. The post Forrest and key CIS projects win big as NSW grants grid access to giant wind, solar, and battery facilities appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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“The technology is there:” Batteries are reinventing the grid and leading way to 100 pct renewables

Renew Economy

Tesla Energy boss says the technology is there to get to 100 per cent renewables. Just eight years ago, when the first battery was built, not everyone was convinced. The post “The technology is there:” Batteries are reinventing the grid and leading way to 100 pct renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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NSW pitches first “urban” renewable zone based around rooftop PV, batteries and EVs

Renew Economy

NSW is pitching state's first "urban" renewable energy zone in the Illawarra, in a new approach to the transition that focuses on rooftop PV, home batteries and EVs. The post NSW pitches first “urban” renewable zone based around rooftop PV, batteries and EVs appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Murray Watt’s climate masterclass: How to destroy the planet while pretending to save it

Renew Economy

Watt's North West Shelf approval exposes the deeper dysfunction at the heart of Australian environmental governance: where the laws are weak, the incentives perverse, and real power lies with the fossil fuel lobby. The post Murray Watt’s climate masterclass: How to destroy the planet while pretending to save it 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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Electric houses with solar use much less energy than gas, but home batteries critical in some states

Renew Economy

Electric homes are far more efficient than those that rely on fossil gas, and cleaner and healthier too. But they will require storage to avoid surges in peak demand. The post Electric houses with solar use much less energy than gas, but home batteries critical in some states appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Australia lays out red carpet for rapid green energy transition. Can Labor seize the moment?

Renew Economy

Australia has said no to Trumpism, no to nuclear and no to a vision of a country in perpetual fear. A triumphant Labor government must now rise to the occasion. The post Australia lays out red carpet for rapid green energy transition. Can Labor seize the moment? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Australia is about to see a step change in its renewable transition strategy

Renew Economy

New tech, soaring transmission costs, poor management of social licence issues, and new power to the people is forcing a rethink about Australia's renewable energy plan. The post Australia is about to see a step change in its renewable transition strategy appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The end of Australia’s iron ore boom, and the rise of green steel

Renew Economy

Shifting just 20% of Australia's iron ore exports to green steel products could potentially increase annual export revenues by tens of billions of dollars. The post The end of Australias iron ore boom, and the rise of green steel 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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Coalition power plan “nuked” at poll: climate groups

Renew Economy

The coalition's nuclear power plan "bombed at the ballot" and is now off the table, climate action and renewable energy groups say. The post Coalition power plan “nuked” at poll: climate groups appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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“Unimaginable a few years ago:” It seems everyone wants to plug in to Australia’s most renewable grid

Renew Economy

South Australia enjoying "unprecedented" inquiries from industries looking to connect to world's most advance renewables grid - but bad planning holding it back. The post “Unimaginable a few years ago:” It seems everyone wants to plug in to Australia’s most renewable grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Giant four-hour battery proposed next to Australia’s biggest operating pumped hydro plant

Renew Economy

Plans to install a four-hour big battery next to the largest operating pumped hydro generator in Australia have been submitted for federal environmental assessment. The post Giant four-hour battery proposed next to Australia’s biggest operating pumped hydro plant appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Ageing coal plant “limping” to retirement, with alarming number of unplanned outages

Renew Economy

Report shows ageing Victoria coal plant was hit by unplanned outages for one-third of 2024, underscoring urgent need for shift to firmed renewables. The post Ageing coal plant “limping” to retirement, with alarming number of unplanned outages 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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Wind, solar and batteries push fossil fuels to record lows, but costly coal and hydro keep prices high

Renew Economy

Australia’s main electricity grids have experienced another quarter of dynamic change, with a combination of record highs and lows and demand, record wind, solar and battery generation, and a sharp fall in emissions in the first quarter. The good news, however, was moderated by the lack of any meaningful movement in wholesale electricity prices, which […] The post Wind, solar and batteries push fossil fuels to record lows, but costly coal and hydro keep prices high appeared first on

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The Palisades Fire is the first big test for California's new home insurance scheme

Corporate Knights

This article by Grist is published here as part of the global journalism collaboration Covering Climate Now. It has been edited to conform with Corporate Knights style. On Tuesday, after a ferocious Santa Ana windstorm blew through Southern California, a severe brush fire broke out in the wealthy Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles, burning 1,000 structures and forcing tens of thousands of residents to evacuate as of Wednesday afternoon.

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Big batteries just hit a new record in Australia, but it’s a small fraction of the battery output in California

Renew Economy

Remember when the first “Tesla big battery” at Hornsdale was connected to the grid in South Australia in 2017? It was the first of its kind in the world, but few would have predicted the astonishing growth of the technology across the world in the years since. Australia led the world in the uptake of […] The post Big batteries just hit a new record in Australia, but it’s a small fraction of the battery output in California appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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LNP reverses approval of Brookfield-backed wind farm in stunning about-face

Renew Economy

Queensland wind farm celebrated as the first to be approved by newly elected LNP government becomes the first to be retrospectively rejected using extraordinary planning powers. The post LNP reverses approval of Brookfield-backed wind farm in stunning about-face 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.