Wed.Apr 30, 2025

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The Power of Water — Cummins Water Works

3BL Media

Cummins Scott Saum, Cummins Water Works Program Manager, on his work and the wealth in his life: Q: What is the greatest wealth in your life? Scott Saum: The greatest wealth in my life is my family. My wife and I have been married for five years, and we have a wonderful nine-month-old daughter. We couldnt be happier. Q: What do you do and why do you do it?

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Can Mark Carney fight climate change while supporting oil and gas?

Corporate Knights

Prime Minister Mark Carney rode to victory in Canadas federal election on April 28 while offering two seemingly contradictory promises: supporting Canadas oil and gas industry while confronting climate change. In his first act as prime minister in March, Carney sent a clear signal that he wants to move past the divisive debates on energy and climate change that prevailed under Justin Trudeau.

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Albertsons Companies Southwest Division Volunteers at Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Teen Centers

3BL Media

Albertsons Companies Southwest division team recently came together for the Million Hour Volunteer Rally, packing over 500 food bags for teens at Alice Coopers Solid Rock Teen Centers. Store associates efforts added over 300 volunteer hours towards the goal of 1 million hours. See original post on LinkedIn and read more about Albertsons Companies and our Recipe for Change on our website.

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DePoly Raises $23 Million to Turn Hard-to-Recycle Plastics into New Raw Materials

ESG Today

Chemical recycling startup DePoly has raised $23 million with proceeds to be used to support the scaling of its technology to tackle hard-to-recycle plastics. Founded in 2020 by co-founders CEO Samantha Anderson, CTO Bardiya Valizadeh, and CSO Christopher Ireland, DePoly offers a solution to break down plastic and textile waste for use as building blocks for new, high-quality PET and polyester.

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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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SCS Announces New Dual Certification Program for Recycled Content With the Association of Plastics Recyclers (APR)

3BL Media

SEATTLE, April 30, 2025 /3BL/ - Today at the SPC Impact Conference for sustainable packaging, SCS Global Services (SCS), an international leader in third-party environmental and sustainability certification and an approved certification body for the Association of Plastics Recyclers (APR), announces a new streamlined SCS Recycled Content and APR certification.

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RBC Drops $500 Billion Sustainable Finance Target

ESG Today

Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) announced that it has decided to drop its target to mobilize $500 billion in sustainable finance, and has held off on providing some climate finance-related disclosures, following changes to greenwashing regulations in Canada. The announcement, revealed in RBCs 2024 Sustainability Report, follows the passage of amendments last year to Canadas Competition Act, aimed at tackling greenwashing, or unsupported claims by companies about the environmental benefits of their pr

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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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Unlocking AI’s Potential for Nonprofits With Lenovo and Tech to the Rescue

3BL Media

Jean Ekwa, Strategic Communications & PR Lead, Tech To The Rescue The power of AI is shaping industries, revolutionizing business, and transforming how we solve complex challenges. But while corporations and governments are investing heavily in AI innovation , many nonprofits risk being left behindlacking the resources, expertise, or infrastructure to harness AI for impact.

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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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RMI Releases New Standard Suite for Social, Environmental, OHS and Governance Risks

3BL Media

ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 30, 2025 /3BL/ - The Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI), an initiative of the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), today announced the release of its new standard suite that provides a common framework against which companies can assess environmental, social, occupational health and safety, and governance performance in their operations and mineral supply chains.

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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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Stonepeak Acquires $340 Million Stake in U.S. Solar Portfolio from Repsol

ESG Today

New York-based alternative investment firm Stonepeak announced that it acquired a 46.3% stake in a U.S. solar and storage portfolio from Spanish energy company Respol for $340 million. The portfolio include 777 MW of operating solar and storage facilities in New Mexico and Texas, and the transaction values the portfolio at approximately $795 million, including $60 million in previously raised tax equity.

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Baker Tilly Case Study: Urban Resource Institute Enhances Workflow and Performance With Cloud-Based Solution

3BL Media

Client background The Urban Resource Institute (URI) is the nations largest provider of domestic violence shelters and services. URI focuses on the underserved needs of vulnerable populations, providing life-changing services to the New York City metroplex. The work of URI focuses on domestic violence, homelessness, poverty and trauma with the goal of increasing safety, family security and supportive communities.

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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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U.S. Bank Announces Official Sponsorship of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games

3BL Media

Originally published on U.S. Bank company blog U.S. Bank today announced it has committed to be a partner of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, to be held in Minnesota from June 20-26, 2026. U.S. Bank is both the Official Volunteer Sponsor and the Official Competitive Cheer Sponsor of the USA Games. As the Official Volunteer Sponsor, U.S. Bank will help lead and mobilize more than 10,000 incredible volunteers who are vital to the success of the games.

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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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The Surprising Future Of (Sustainable) Fashion - Earth Day

Joan Michelson

One pair of leggings, one t-shirt or cotton dresses can make a difference, according to innovative women reinventing the fashion supply chain, at Earth Day Women's Summit

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Whirlpool Foundation and The Washing Machine Project Win Best Employee Engagement Initiative at the 2025 Engage for Good Halo Awards

3BL Media

Whirlpool Foundation and The Washing Machine Projects winning employee engagement program exposed Whirlpool Corp. employees to the global washing divide and created an opportunity to help address it. Sixty percent of the world's population relies on washing clothes by hand, largely due to lack of access to reliable electricity and water. This unpaid labor disproportionately impacts women and girls.

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A self-made clothing honcho, a trailblazing female exec, and an enterprising NBA player

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Our April obituaries also include an architect behind New Yorks High Line, an entrepreneur who shifted from dresses to dough, and a forward-thinking food scientist who cooked up a cocoa delight: Nutella.

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Embracing Lifelong Learning: Meet Natalie Sires

3BL Media

Originally published on GoDaddy Resource Library Tell us a little bit about yourself, your career journey, and what led you to your current role. Born and raised in the Midwest, my husband Max and I relocated to Arizona after the holidays in 2019. I had been offered a role with GoDaddy on the HRIS team and was eager to escape the freezing temperatures after a long winter.

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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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RWE, Hydrogen | Grangemouth

Energy Central

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Schrödinger Demonstrates Corporate Sustainability Progress in 2024 Report

3BL Media

Guided by its mission to improve human health and quality of life by transforming how therapeutics and materials are discovered, Schrdinger is dedicated to driving measurable impact through its Corporate Sustainability strategy. Schrdingers third annual Corporate Sustainability Report details the companys progress on its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments and highlights its dedication to its VALUE strategy, which is grounded in the principle of shared value: "When we add val

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Council improves Hat Head sewage treatment plant with Gorman-Rupp wastewater pumps

Sustainability Matters

Kempsey Shire Council has a vital role in managing the regions wastewater systems. These systems are essential for ensuring that sewage is properly collected, treatedand disposed of in a way that is environmentally sustainable and socially responsible. The council is also responsible for overseeing on-site septic systems, which are critical to protecting public health and preserving the natural surroundings.

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Rockwell Automation Helps The Shyft Group Accelerate Innovation and Adoption of Commercial EVs

3BL Media

Steering the commercial vehicle industry into the future requires not only creativity but innovation. The Shyft Group is up for the task, leveraging smart manufacturing technology to aid in their quest to reinvent the wheel. Since implementing Rockwell Automations Plex Enterprise Resource Planning in 2021, The Shyft Group has acted with precision and speed to develop commercial-grade electric delivery vehicles for their last-mile delivery customers companies that pickup packages from a central

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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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Carney calls for strength across the nation and protection of natural resources

CREA

CanREA looks forward to strengthening our collaboration with the Canadian government to advance clean-energy initiatives nationwide. Expanding investments in wind, solar, and energy storage technologies is essential for safeguarding Canadas economic sovereignty while delivering affordable, reliable and clean energy solutions. The urgency to act has never been greater, said Vittoria Bellissimo, CanREAs President and CEO.

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Businesses Across Diverse Industries Remain Focused on Sustainability

3BL Media

While some government regulators are reducing or eliminating sustainability reporting requirements, a wide range of industry trade groups and organizations continue to develop reporting standards and best practices to help businesses achieve sustainability targets. In our Top Stories this issue, we look at efforts in four very diverse industries: electronics, agriculture, real estate, and snow sports.

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How a circular economy for ageing wind turbines can make repowering a sustainable option  

Envirotec Magazine

Wind turbine recycling facility (image credit: EMR). Resource recovery firm EMR writes As asset owners, energy companies and policymakers in the UK energy market are busy deliberating over how we deliver the ambitious Clean Power 2030 (CP30) targets, including a doubling of UK onshore wind capacity by 2030, repowering has emerged as a crucial part of the solution.

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Conveying Kindness: FedEx Volunteers Transform Logistics for Community Aid in Dubai

3BL Media

In the bustling city of Dubai, the spirit of community and generosity came alive during a recent FedEx Cares volunteer event. This particular initiative was dedicated to packing hundreds of care packages filled with essential food items for those in need. The event was held at one of FedExs busy facilities, where the volunteers ingeniously repurposed the conveyor belts normally used for sorting packages for delivery.

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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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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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Medtronic Education Program Opens Doors for Employees

3BL Media

No one knew it at the time, but Christopher Hibblers grandparents got him interested in a medical career. Just not in the way you might think. Both developed Alzheimers Disease, and Hibbler, who was a high school teenager at the time, helped care for them. That sparked my interest in the medical field, he said. More than a decade later, he works as a senior clinical specialist supporting our Cardiac Ablation Solutions (CAS) business, treating patients with abnormal heart rhythms.

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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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Zero-Day Vulnerabilities: The Real Threat Behind Netflix’s “Zero Day”

3BL Media

Written by Luis Corrons | Security Evangelist at Gen Gen Blog | Insights Cybercriminals often operate unseen in the digital shadows, exploiting unknown vulnerabilities (zero-days) to breach systems before patches are available. In Netflixs new political thriller Zero Day, a catastrophic cyberattack strikes the United States, taking down power grids, transportation networks, communications, and even hospital life-support systems all at once.

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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.