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Glass is already the most sustainable packaging material. Now, were taking bold steps to further support its circularity and decarbonization by elevating our 2030 sustainability goals. 2025 is going to be a milestone year for O-I in sustainability, said Chief Administrative and Sustainability Officer Randy Burns at O-Is Investor Day on March 14, 2025.
BNEF says Australia is on the cusp of a big battery boom that could deliver an eight-fold increase in capacity. The post Big battery boom could deliver 18 GW of grid-scale energy storage by 2035 appeared first on RenewEconomy.
The climate activist group Just Stop Oil (JSO) has announced the end of its campaign of direct action. Many will read the groups legacy through the lens of public hostility: the frustration caused, the angry headlines, the outrage at its tactics. Not only have JSO activists been spat at, physically assaulted and run over by angry car drivers, but 15 members are also currently serving jail sentences following arrests and charges.
Every year, millions of tires end up in landfills, creating an environmental crisis with far-reaching consequences. In the United States alone, over 274 million tires were scrapped in 2021, with nearly a fifth of them being discarded into landfills. A study has now pioneered a technique for breaking down this rubber waste and transforming it into valuable precursors for epoxy resins.
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Recipient organizations are working to close child care gap in Fulton, Hendricks, Martin, Monroe, and Putnam counties Recent study shows Indiana loses out on an estimated $4.22 billion annually for the states economy due to child care challenges Duke Energy Foundation has awarded $265,000 in grants to Indiana organizations since 2023 PLAINFIELD, Ind., March 31, 2025 /3BL/ - With child care becoming a key workforce issue, Duke Energy Foundation and the Indiana Economic Development Association Fou
The first Chinese-made Tesla Megapack batteries are on their way to Australia, as the US brand maintains its dominance over battery storage market. The post First China-made Tesla Megapack batteries on their way to big Australian storage project appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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The first Chinese-made Tesla Megapack batteries are on their way to Australia, as the US brand maintains its dominance over battery storage market. The post First China-made Tesla Megapack batteries on their way to big Australian storage project appeared first on RenewEconomy.
An international team of scientists, led jointly by The University of Melbourne and Seoul National University , has found global water storage onland has plummeted since the start of the 21st century, overtaking glacier melt as the leading cause of sea level rise and measurably shifting the Earths pole of rotation. Published in Science , the research combined global soil moisture data estimated by the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecast (ECMWF) Reanalysis v5 (ERA5) , global mean se
What if the global development sector has been approaching forced displacement from the wrong angle? Instead of seeing forcibly displaced people as passive recipients of aid, what if we recognized them as individuals with agency, ambition and entrepreneurial drive? And what if we acknowledged that while displacement presents immense challenges, it also sparks resilience, ingenuity and economic potential?
EU member states in the European Council announced that they have approved the European Commissions stop-the-clock directive, delaying the implementation of key sustainability reporting and due diligence regulations, including the CSRD and CSDDD. The directive forms the first major step in the Commissions Omnibus I package, aimed at significantly reducing the sustainability reporting and regulatory burden on companies, and particularly on SMEs.
When evaluating a business acquisition, the environmental, health, and safety (EHS) risks associated with the deal can often be underestimated. A well-structured EHS due diligence process helps identify and manage these risks, ensuring informed decision-making and long-term business stability. Why EHS Risk Identification Matters EHS risks can impact everything from regulatory compliance to financial liabilities and corporate reputation.
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Kamesh Korangi, Head of Portfolio Strategy, and Jo Richardson, Head of Research at the Anthropocene Fixed Income Institute, analyse the impact of climate risks on sovereign bond yields. Sovereign bonds are the unsung drivers of climate transition. Governments are increasingly relying on these instruments to raise funds for renewable energy projects and low-carbon technologies in addition to their deficit spending needs.
Cybersecurity vulnerabilities in solar power systems pose potential risks to grid security, stability and availability, according to a new study The SUN:DOWN research – conducted by Forescout Research, a specialist in cybersecurity – investigated different implementations of solar power generation. “Our findings show an insecure ecosystem with dangerous energy and national security implications,” says the group’s blog, which presents these more concerning ramificat
Corporate, markets, and financial services regulator the Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) announced the release of Regulatory Guide 280 (RG 280), its new regulatory guide for companies required to prepare a sustainability report containing climate-related financial information under Australias new mandatory climate reporting law.
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.
Were proud to expand our partnership with Students 2 Science to provide over 450,000 New Jersey students with hands-on experiences and career guidance to shape their futures in STEM. Students 2 Science is on a mission to level the education gap by bringing high-quality STEM education to students in need. As part of our longstanding relationship, our PSEG Foundation has awarded them with a $250,000 grant to support an expansion of their STEM programs Improving Student and Aptitude for Careers in
Mining billionaire Andrew Forrest unveils plans for one of the country's biggest solar farms to help propel his company's plans to achieve "real zero" emissions by 2030. The post Andrew Forrest plans one of Australia’s biggest solar farms in push for “real zero” at iron ore mines appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Researchers have developed an innovative solution to a pressing environmental challenge: removing and destroying per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly called 'forever chemicals.' A new study unveils a method that not only eliminates PFAS from water systems but also transforms waste into high-value graphene, offering a cost-effective and sustainable approach to environmental remediation.
Australian startupAllegro Energyhas been granted a USpatent for its micro-emulsion electrolyte technology, further positioning itas a leader in long-duration energy storage. Thisfollows previous patent successes in Europe and several other key markets, highlightingthe international significance of the startups approach. Allegros modular micro-emulsion electrolyte system is said to enablesafer, more cost-effectiveand scalable solutions for applications ranging from grid storage to renewable energ
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Northern Europe-based asset manager Nordea Asset Management (NAM) announced that it has added or kept the term sustainable in the names of 17 funds in its Nordea 1 SICAV range ahead of the implementation of new fund naming guidelines by EU markets regulator the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA). The announcement follows the release in May 2024 by ESMA of its finalized guidelines for the use of ESG and sustainability-related terms in investment fund names.
PHILADELPHIA, MARCH 31, 2025 /3BL/ Tork, an Essity brand and the global leader in professional hygiene, today launched the Tork Coalition for Inclusive Hygiene whose mission is to explore how hygiene in public restrooms, often the busiest space in a facility, can be improved for the majority of users. Through the coalition, Tork continues its journey to understand the barriers people face in public restrooms and how to drive inclusive hygiene so everyone can have comfortable access to public re
The grid isnt failing its being redefined by people using rooftop solar, batteries and EVs. Networks, policymakers, and planners need to pay attention. The post A quiet shift: The grid is being redefined by household consumers who no longer need it full time appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Interest in private markets swells as divergence between asset owners and managers continues. An assessment of investors approaches to responsible investment (RI) has revealed that asset owners and managers are increasingly focused on driving sustainability outcomes via their investment decision-making. The UN-convened Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) has published the findings of thethird edition of its annual survey of its signatories, noting that the majority (65%) said they are
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
I have said in recent posts that the world economy is hitting resource limits of many kinds. These limits include oil, coal, and other sources of energy, including uranium, used as a fuel for nuclear power generation. Because of these limits, the world economy is being forced to shrink back. In my opinion, the direction it is headed in is toward smaller, mostly less-advanced, more independent, economies.
Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM), the investment manager for Norways $1.8 trillion oil fund announced today that it has acquired a 49% stake in two offshore wind construction projects located in Denmark and Germany from German power producer RWE for approximately 1.4 billion (USD$1.5 billion). NBIM said that it expects that its share in constructing the wind farms will be approximately 4 billion.
Joyce Tsoi, senior director of the Decarbonization Program at Cascale, recently presented at the virtual Komar Supply Chain Sustainability Forums in Vietnam and Cambodia. The event brought together Komar Brands Tier 1 and 2 suppliers and featured presentations from industry experts on supplier best practices and brainstorming sessions on environmental and product sustainability initiatives.
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MAIN PAGE EDUCATION PROGRAM EXHIBITOR/SPONSOR PROFILES EXHIBITOR/SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS ADVISORY BOARD REGISTER Resources Forum Agenda Education Program Leadership Awards Exhibitor/Sponsor Profiles Exhibitor/Sponsorship Options Forum Floorplan Advisory Board Register to Attend Building Legacy: Sustainability Through Reuse Room: Harrison Shepard Hall Time: 10:30am – 11:30am CEUs: AIA: 1 LU/HSW This session explores the transformative potential of adaptive reuse, a sustainable strategy that rei
A new initiative that seeks to reduce the environmental impact of millions of household and industrial chemicals was announced on 26 March, bringing together experts from some of the worlds biggest companies including Unilever and the worlds biggest chemicals company BASF as well as leading academics, trade associations, research institutes and policymakers.
Forest investment and management firm EFM announced today a new long-term agreement with Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp owner Meta for the delivery of 676,000 tonnes of carbon removal credits through 2035, generated through the transition of U.S. forestland to climate-smart management. Launched in 2004, Portland, Oregon-based EFM is a real estate asset manager focused on investing in natural climate solutions across the Americas, including using climate-smart management approaches to its inve
Seeking to revolutionize and decarbonize the agricultural machinery market, CNH brand, Case IH , presents its ethanol-powered machinery project. "Case IH has been investing for years in alternative propellants, and we have seen that ethanol is the best solution, especially for Brazil, and for several factors: it is a fuel produced by our customers and widely used in the country, and that does not require new investments in infrastructure and logistics by producers", explains Christian Gonzalez,
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.
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