GreenBiz

MARCH 31, 2023

The brand-new Camston Wrather circuit board recycling facility in Carlsbad, California, can process 1.5 million pounds every month, a fraction of America's electronic waste

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Corporate Knights

MARCH 31, 2023

Oil companies have come under increasing legal scrutiny and face allegations of defrauding investors , racketeering , and a wave of other lawsuits. But a new paper argues there’s another way to hold big oil accountable for climate damage: trying companies for homicide.

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GreenBiz

MARCH 31, 2023

The task force's final recommendations for how firms should address nature-related risks will be published in September

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Utiliity Dive

MARCH 31, 2023

State regulators partially accepted a deal worked out by Duke Energy and other stakeholders that includes a variable payment approach to net metering based on overall electricity demand on the grid

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People are focusing on how companies are responding to the headline issues of the day, says a report from 3BL Media on evolving interests in ESG subjects, which also found a mismatch between the stories brands publish and topics audiences want.

GreenBiz

MARCH 31, 2023

Featuring interviews with Atyia Martin, the first chief resilience officer of Boston, along with the coordinators of the Verizon Climate Prize

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Stacey Higginbotham

MARCH 31, 2023

Wirepas is the newest CSA member: Add this to the list of things I didn’t see coming: Wirepas joined the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) this week. Why does this surprise me?

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Environmental Finance

MARCH 31, 2023

ESMA's guidelines on fund names will help promote clarity and transparency on ESG-related matters - but potential causes of confusion remain, writes Frédéric Vonner

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Environment + Energy Leader

MARCH 31, 2023

As Enviro's recycled carbon black replaces virgin carbon black, emissions are reduced by over 90% in comparison to conventional carbon black.

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ESG Today

MARCH 31, 2023

Canada unveiled its response to the emerging global race to scale up green energy and clean tech manufacturing capacity, with proposals for over $60 billion in tax credits and an additional $20 billion in sustainable infrastructure investments in its 2023 budget, presented by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Chrystia Freeland.

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Chris Hall

MARCH 31, 2023

A selection of this week’s major stories impacting ESG investors, in five easy pieces.  The threat of climate litigation looms larger, but policymakers continue to under-deliver on their net zero commitments.

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ESG Today

MARCH 31, 2023

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Chris Hall

MARCH 31, 2023

Lydia Sheldrake, Director of Policy and Partnerships at the Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative, outlines how a new code of practice will address carbon credits’ credibility crunch.

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ESG Today

MARCH 31, 2023

Energy technology company Siemens Energy announced the successful placement of its inaugural green bond, raising €1.5 billion. The offering, consisting of two €750 million tranches with 3-year and 6-year maturities, was more than 3x oversubscribed, with a total order book of around €5.5 billion.

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Chris Hall

MARCH 31, 2023

Net Zero Company Benchmark 2.0 update arrives as climate-focused investor initiative prepares for new phase. The new iteration of Climate Action 100+’s (CA100+) Net Zero Company Benchmark has a “stronger focus” on emissions reductions, alignment with 1.5°C

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ESG Today

MARCH 31, 2023

Sustainability-focused investment manager Mirova announced the appointment of Zineb Bennani as CEO of Mirova US and Global Head of Business Development, in a move described by the company as aimed at accelerating its global development.

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Chris Hall

MARCH 31, 2023

Alliance set s new guidance for oil and gas investments that is “sensitive” to energy dislocations.

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ESG Today

MARCH 31, 2023

Munich Re, one of Europe’s largest insurance companies, and the world’s biggest reinsurer, announced today that its was discontinuing its membership in the Net-Zero Insurance Alliance (NZIA), citing antitrust risk.

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Financial Times: Moral Money

MARCH 31, 2023

Plus, the new stream of funds chasing water investments

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Utiliity Dive

MARCH 31, 2023

“Environmental justice has always been and will be a part of my public interest determination,” FERC Acting Chairman Willie Phillips said about his reviews of gas and other infrastructure projects

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We Mean Business Coalition

MARCH 31, 2023

Signals of change in the net zero transition this week include the passing of key climate legislation in Australia and the EU. Net Zero Economy EU legislators reached an agreement on new climate legislation this week to double the share of renewables in the bloc’s electricity mix by 2030.

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Utiliity Dive

MARCH 31, 2023

A handful of observers are trying to undermine congressional intent by asking the administration to prohibit American manufacturers from having equal access to clean hydrogen production

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Environment + Energy Leader

MARCH 31, 2023

At this time, the startup claims its technology has removed over 50,000 tons of CO2 from the atmosphere, while also benefiting soil and plant health. The post Andes Raises $30M in Series A for Carbon Sequestration Technology appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Utiliity Dive

MARCH 31, 2023

The second attempt by American Electric Power and Liberty Utilities to get Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approval of the deal falls short, Kentucky officials said Thursday

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Cisco CSR

MARCH 31, 2023

Cisco is proud to support Akvo , which provides data services and tech solutions to development partners in the water, agriculture, and climate sectors.

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Utiliity Dive

MARCH 31, 2023

Nearly a quarter of the virtual power plant projects in North America are located in California, according to a new report by Wood Mackenzie

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Cisco CSR

MARCH 31, 2023

It is with great gratitude and appreciation that we wave goodbye to Cisco Prime Infrastructure.

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Utiliity Dive

MARCH 31, 2023

The city of Anaheim — home to Disneyland — created its transit agency to address environmental issues spurred by the city’s rapid growth. Its next bus order will result in a 90% electric fleet

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Cisco CSR

MARCH 31, 2023

Hybrid work, smart buildings, and sustainable environments present undeniable, powerful potential to reshape how our business world works.

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Environment + Energy Leader

MARCH 31, 2023

Edge computing devices are designed to execute specific tasks and are equipped with applications necessary to perform various functions, such as temperature sensors that monitor machine temperature. The post Global Edge Computing Market to Grow at 17.8%

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Environmental News Bits

MARCH 31, 2023

by Cherice Escobar Jones, Northeastern University; Gwendolynne Reid, Emory University, and Mya Poe, Northeastern University The leading U.S.

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Environment + Energy Leader

MARCH 31, 2023

Rainforests are carbon sinks, absorbing 7.6 billion metric tons of CO2 annually. Rainforest nations need an estimated $100 billion to ensure the survival of their lands. The carbon markets will raise some of that money. But the trading system must be accredited.

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Chris Hall

MARCH 31, 2023

Jose Pugas , Head of Responsible Investments and Engagement at JGP Asset Management , explains why scal ing -u p finance between the global north and south for nature-based solutions is essential to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss.

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Environment + Energy Leader

MARCH 31, 2023

Cushman & Wakefield partnered with Banyan Water, a technology-driven water management company that specializes in optimizing water use for commercial properties.

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Chris Hall

MARCH 31, 2023

R estoration c apital w ill become c ore to the c limate n arrative towards the 2025 r atchet , says Julian Poulter, Head of Investor Relations at the Inevitable Policy Response.

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Environmental Finance

MARCH 31, 2023

Schroders Capital has launched a climate-themed fund targeting positive impact, with UK master trust Cushon as the strategy's founding investor

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