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Regulatory Spotlight: Navigating California’s Climate Accountability Package (CCAP)

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Passed in 2023, the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act (SB 253) and the Climate-Related Financial Risk Act (SB 261) were viewed as groundbreaking legislation in the United States and around the world. Despite challenges to the legislation, changes in geopolitical pressures, and the latest from the European Union’s Omnibus I package, California has remained steadfast in their commitment to ensuring companies consider and disclose climate-related matters starting in 2026.

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Australia may need twice as many big batteries to make up for lost wind

Renew Economy

If Australia is to meet its 2030 renewable target it may need at least twice as much battery storage to make up for the shortfall in wind developments, and to back up solar. The post Australia may need twice as many big batteries to make up for lost wind appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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LA Galaxy Teams Up With Heal the Bay, Goodr, and Freeway Insurance for Venice Beach Cleanup in Honor of Plastic Free July

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Reinforcing its commitment to environmental stewardship, AEG’s LA Galaxy partnered with Heal the Bay, Goodr, and Freeway Insurance to host a large-scale beach cleanup at Venice Beach in celebration of Plastic Free July. The initiative brought together over 100 volunteers who collected more than 40 pounds of waste, including plastic bottles, food wrappers, and other debris polluting the shoreline.

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Major new player signs contracts for first big battery project as it aims for 6 GWh of storage by 2030

Renew Economy

A new Singapore-backed battery storage player in Australia has signed contracts for its first project, and has plans for 6 GWh of storage by the end of the decade. The post Major new player signs contracts for first big battery project as it aims for 6 GWh of storage by 2030 appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Lenovo Recognized by CDP as a Leader for Climate Change and Water Security

3BL Media

July 7, 2025 /3BL/ - Lenovo announced it has been recognized as a leader for climate change (A) and water security (A-) by the global environment non-profit CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project). Inclusion in CDP’s Corporate A list highlights Lenovo’s commitment to environmental transparency and comprehensive disclosure. CDP is a not-for-profit organization whose independent environmental disclosures system helps companies and other organizations disclose their environmental impact.

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Mars Launches $250 Million Sustainability Solutions Fund

ESG Today

Snacking, food, and pet care products provider Mars announced the launch of the Mars Sustainability Investment Fund (MSIF), a new $250 million fund aimed at providing capital to companies developing solutions to address key industry sustainability challenges. According to Mars, the new fund will deploy capital across investment funds as well as through direct investments, targeting solutions to sustainability challenges across the company’s value chain in areas including the sourcing of its ingr

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EU Launches Major Simplification of Sustainability Taxonomy to Ease Compliance Burden on Companies

ESG Today

The European Commission announced the adoption of a series of measures aimed at simplifying the application of the EU Taxonomy, and reducing the administrative burden on companies, including dramatically reducing the number of datapoints in the taxonomy’s reporting templates, and exempting companies from assessing taxonomy alignment for non-material activities.

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A Legacy in Motion: Zach F.’s Journey at Cummins

3BL Media

Cummins Zach F.’s journey at Cummins is more than just a job—it’s a family tradition. As a third-generation Cummins employee, his career is built on a foundation of legacy, leadership, and passion for innovation. From his early days as a Project Engineer to his current role as Site Logistics Operations Manager at the Charleston Turbo Plant, Zach’s dedication to both his team and the company’s mission is evident in everything he does.

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How AI can improve utility storm response with increased reliability, lower ratepayer costs

Utiliity Dive

With extreme weather increasing, AI can make storm response more efficient and effective for utilities, ratepayers, vendors, regulators and the various governments involved.

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Six Months After the Los Angeles Fires: Direct Relief’s Commitment to Long-Term Recovery

3BL Media

Direct Relief Releases Six-Month Report on Response to Los Angeles Fires More than $12.7 million in medical and financial assistance provided across the region SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Direct Relief today released a six-month report detailing its response to the Los Angeles-area wildfires that began in January, outlining the delivery of more than $12.7 million in medical and financial assistance to affected communities.

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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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EU stays the course with EU 2040 target amendment

We Mean Business Coalition

The European Commission has taken an important step to keep leading on tackling climate change. The proposed Climate Law amendment, with its headline EU 2040 target of a 90% reduction in emissions, is an impressive line in the sand in the context of geopolitical and trade headwinds. It should be praised as good news and will continue to bring more prosperity to Europeans, while also leading the way for other countries, especially emerging economies, to follow.

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Gildan Recognized as One of Canada’s Best 50 Corporate Citizens by Corporate Knights and Among TIME’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies

3BL Media

MONTREAL, Canada, July 7, 2025 /3BL/ - Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX and NYSE) (“Gildan” or “the Company”) is pleased to share that it has been included on Canada’s Best 50 Corporate Citizens list by Corporate Knights for a fourth consecutive year. Gildan is one of only two companies in the Textiles and Clothing Manufacturing sector to be included.

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Cisco Contributes to Cyber Hard Problems Report

Cisco CSR

Skip to content Cisco Blogs / Security / Cisco Contributes to Cyber Hard Problems Report July 7, 2025 Leave a Comment Security Cisco Contributes to Cyber Hard Problems Report 6 min read Aamer Akhter While Cisco often focuses on business growth and market leadership, our most rewarding work happens when we set those metrics aside. These projects aren’t about driving profits — they’re about using our expertise to tackle challenges that benefit everyone.

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Social Impact Investors: How Grady Crosby of Northwestern Mutual Is Helping To Create Affordable Housing

3BL Media

Originally published by Authority Magazine As a part of our series about “Social Impact Investors”, I had the pleasure of interviewing Grady Crosby, chief sustainability and impact officer at Northwestern Mutual. Grady Crosby is responsible for developing strategies and driving the overall execution of the company’s community impact and sustainability programs.

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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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Rebates and grid decarbonization from the Inflation Reduction Act promote equitable adoption of energy efficiency retrofits

Environmental News Bits

Download the report. Residential and commercial buildings account for 75% of electricity and 40% of the total energy consumption in the United States, costing over $400 billion annually. Electrification and energy efficiency retrofits offer a viable decarbonization pathway, especially since half of US homes were built before modern building codes.

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The Power She Brings: Entergy Texas Celebrates International Women in Engineering Day

3BL Media

At Entergy Texas, women engineers are helping power communities, strengthen the power grid, and shape a more resilient energy future. Whether they are designing systems or leading complex projects these women play a critical role in the energy industry. Still, according to a 2024 report from the U.S. Department of Labor, women represent 26% of the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) workforce in the United States.

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Reforming Residential Energy Efficiency Incentive Programs: Best Practices and Legislative Options

Environmental News Bits

Download the guide. Dollar incentives for energy upgrades have enormous potential for impact. They can spur transformation by lowering up-front costs and making upgrades more accessible and appealing for households. And they can help drive wary contractors to recommend and install more energy efficient equipment such as heat pumps.

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KeyBank Provides $47 Million of Financing for Affordable Multifamily Housing in California

3BL Media

CLEVELAND, July 07, 2025 /3BL/ – KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) provided a $32 million tax-exempt construction loan and a $15 million taxable construction loan to finance the new construction El Camino Commons, an affordable multifamily housing property in Oceanside, California. The $27.8 million permanent loan will be privately placed with one of KeyBank Commercial Mortgage Group’s (CMG) institutional investors.

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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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Climate Disinformation Is Derailing Action: What Can Be Done?

Impakter

Impakter Climate Disinformation Is Derailing Action: What Can Be Done? Climate disinformation is rampant and is causing havoc in the fight to save the planet and ourselves The production and circulation of misleading information about the nature of climate change — and the available solutions — are causing obstructions in the human response to the climate crisis, according to a recent report from the International […] The post Climate Disinformation Is Derailing Action: What Can Be Done?

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U.S. Bank Survey Looks at Small Business Stressors, AI and Succession Plans

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Succession Gap: Many older owners lack formal succession plans, even as younger generations prepare to take over. Economic & Operational Stress : Owners are feeling stress over the economy, inflation, funding issues, and daily tasks —despite recent growth. AI Adoption Rising: Over half are using or planning to use Gen AI, though many feel overwhelmed by tech demands.

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China to Invest in Brazil-Led Global Tropical Forest Fund

Impakter

Impakter China to Invest in Brazil-Led Global Tropical Forest Fund Today’s ESG Updates Tropical Forests Forever Facility Gains China’s Backing: China’s support for Brazil-led global fund signals emerging market leadership in climate finance. Brussels to Stockpile Critical Minerals: Facing growing geopolitical and climate threats, the EU announces a coordinated stockpiling plan.

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J.D. Power Recognizes Fifth Third as No. 1 for Banking Mobile App User Satisfaction Among Regional Banks

3BL Media

CINCINNATI, July 7, 2025 /3BL/ - J.D. Power has recognized Fifth Third Bank (NASDAQ: FITB) as America’s best mobile banking app experience among regional banks as part of its 2025 U.S. Banking Mobile App Satisfaction Study SM. Study respondents also rate Fifth Third No. 1 for Visual Appeal. "We’re honored by this recognition from our customers," said Ben Hoffman, chief strategy officer and head of consumer products at Fifth Third.

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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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The benefits – and challenges – of using upcycled ingredients

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story at Food Processing. Upcycled food components offer multiple benefits. However, challenges include a steady supply and consistent quality.

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Love Language

3BL Media

By Kim Borges “I wanted to do something I was passionate about that spoke to me.” Paul Malone only recently discovered how prophetic his own words were. Three years ago, the Consumer Banking manager with Regions Bank was seeking a way to give back to the community when he toured a nonprofit providing support to people with speech and hearing difficulties.

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Good boy or bad dog? Our 1 billion pet dogs do real environmental damage

Environmental News Bits

by Bill Bateman, Curtin University and Lauren Gilson, Curtin University There are an estimated 1 billion domesticated dogs in the world. Most are owned animals – pets, companions or working animals who share their lives with humans. They are the most common large predator in the world. Pet cats trail far behind, at about 220 … Continue reading Good boy or bad dog?

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EU Countries Demand Further Cuts to Deforestation Rules

Impakter

Impakter EU Countries Demand Further Cuts to Deforestation Rules Today’s ESG Updates EU Countries Demand Further Cuts to Deforestation Rules: The rules set to be implemented in December face further backlash amidst claims from producers that they can not be expected to meet its terms. EU Will Develop Rules for ‘Nature Credits’: These credits will be implemented to fill the green funding gap.

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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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Upcycling Waste Polycarbonate into N,N’-Diphenylethylurea: A Hands-On Experiment for Undergraduate Chemistry Laboratories

Environmental News Bits

Chowdhary, S., Kumar, N., Henry, N., Roussel, P., Demertzis, K., Singh, S., & Kumar, V. (2025). Upcycling Waste Polycarbonate into N,N’-Diphenylethylurea: A Hands-On Experiment for Undergraduate Chemistry Laboratories. Journal of Chemical Education.

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Nature data: welcome to the jungle

Environmental Finance

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The missing lynx: how the rise of border walls has split up wildlife populations

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story in The Guardian. Humans have been building walls for thousands of years, but the speed and scale with which they are now being constructed has ballooned over recent decades.

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FERC rejects MISO, SPP plan to broaden scope of interregional transmission planning

Utiliity Dive

One dissenting commissioner said regulators "should not stand in the way of simple solutions" that would improve study accuracy.

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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.