Does the SEC climate rule really matter? Investors will still demand disclosure
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Attacks against ESG reporting have done little to dampen investors’ demand for consistent and comparable sustainability information.
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“Baseload getting more difficult:” Origin doubles profits, still coy on Eraring and green energy transition
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Australia's biggest energy retailer doubles underlying earnings to $1.995 billion, taking advantage of higher bills and lower fuel costs, but remains coy about the future of the Eraring and pace of green energy transition. The post “Baseload getting more difficult:” Origin doubles profits, still coy on Eraring and green energy transition appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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HSBC, Google team up to deploy $1 billion in climate tech financing
GreenBiz
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
These two powerhouses are joining forces to accelerate the decarbonization of global companies.
Funding locked in for “world first” solar thermal powered green methanol plant
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
The developers of a solar thermal powered methanol production facility that will supply green fuel for shipping and aviation have bedded down $A40 million in funding. The post Funding locked in for “world first” solar thermal powered green methanol plant appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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.
Mary Kay and 15 North Texas Companies Are Rooting for Trees With the Arbor Day Foundation
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Good things come in trees! Have you ever thought of trees as solutions for climate and ecological resilience, health and well-being, and economic inclusion? That was the business case presented by the Arbor Day Foundation at a roundtable hosted by Mary Kay that gathered sustainability & ESG leaders of 15 companies from North Texas at the end of January.
Floating solar plans upsized in push to squeeze them between giant offshore wind turbines
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Group of 16 EU organisations partner to scale up floating offshore solar technology to 150MW so it can be more easily installed within existing and new offshore wind farms. The post Floating solar plans upsized in push to squeeze them between giant offshore wind turbines appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Fossil fuel lobbyists have deep pockets and access to politicians, but a ban could be in the pipeline
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
The European Parliament is examining what lessons can be learned from restrictions on tobacco lobbyists to protect the environment from continued use of fossil fuels. The post Fossil fuel lobbyists have deep pockets and access to politicians, but a ban could be in the pipeline appeared first on RenewEconomy.
PotlatchDeltic Supports Childcare for Team Members at St. Maries
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Our St. Maries, Idaho lumber and plywood complex is situated in a picturesque rural community nestled in a beautiful timbered valley along the St. Joe River. The population of about 2,800 people is driven by the timber industry, complemented by some mining operations and a solid base of farming. PotlatchDeltic is by far the largest employer in the town, with about 364 Team Members working at the complex.
“Just get it done:” Survey finds public support for tax on fossil exports
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
New survey finds strong public support for The Superpower Institute's proposal to bring back a carbon tax. The post “Just get it done:” Survey finds public support for tax on fossil exports appeared first on RenewEconomy.
AEG Partners With LA LGBT Center To Foster Career Awareness and Preparation Among LGBTQ+ Youth
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Young adults who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ+) often experience unique challenges around career preparation, including apprehension when exploring and selecting a major in school, applying for internships, drafting a resume or stepping into the job market. Although many youth make a smooth transition into adulthood and the workforce, some encounter challenges in finding or maintaining employment.
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
Wind and solar records tumbled as storms ripped through Victoria’s grid
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Wind and solar set a number of output records in Victoria and across the main grid amid the grid chaos on Tuesday. The post Wind and solar records tumbled as storms ripped through Victoria’s grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Helping Cats Find Homes in Bucks County
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Linda Lamberson, Delmarva Power Senior Business Analyst, received Exelon’s Powering Communities Employee Volunteer Award, the organization’s highest achievement for volunteerism and community involvement, for her work with CATS Bridge to Rescue. Alongside Linda’s recognition, CATS Bridge to Rescue also received a $5,000 grant to invest in its rescue missions.
Giant wind farm that prompted Joyce’s “poo tickets” comment finalises response to submissions
Renew Economy
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
The Winterbourne wind farm in New South Wales - one of the projects at the centre of attacks by Barnaby Joyce - has announced it is finalising a submissions report. The post Giant wind farm that prompted Joyce’s “poo tickets” comment finalises response to submissions appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Webinar: The State of Corporate Volunteering
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Wednesday February 28, 2024 at 11:00 AM MT / 1:00 PM ET Duration: 1 hour Corporate volunteering has had a major resurgence, but our latest data shows that providing your people with opportunities to volunteer on their own isn’t enough — they need support. Benevity Impact Labs’ new report, The State of Corporate Volunteering , reveals what top-performing companies are doing differently to increase program engagement and impact.
Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?
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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.
What technology trends are shaping the mobility sector?
McKinsey Sustainabilty
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Technological innovation is transforming every aspect of the mobility sector, and more companies are beginning to investigate disruptive technology. A McKinsey analysis identifies the trends to watch.
Eastman Partners With Mechanical Recycler Dentis Group/Nord Pal Plast To Unlock New Feedstock for Its Planned Facility in France
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Eastman KINGSPORT, Tenn., February 14, 2024 /3BL/ - Eastman (NYSE: EMN) today announced a long-term agreement with Nord Pal Plast SA part of Dentis Group, a leading Italian multinational company specializing in the recovery and mechanical recycling of PET packaging waste. Through their mechanical recycling sites in France (Nord Pal Plast SA), Spain (PET COMPAÑÍA PARA SU RECICLADO) and Italy (Dentis Recycling Italy Srl), Dentis will provide 30,000 metric tonnes per year of rejected PET post-consu
Nearly Half of Companies Still Using Spreadsheets to Manage ESG Data: KPMG Survey
ESG Today
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Most large companies are gearing up their ESG data and reporting capabilities, with the vast majority planning to increase investments on sustainability-related software and workforce capabilities over the next few years, yet while most feel confident that they are ahead of the curve in these areas, nearly half report that they are still using spreadsheets to manage their ESG data, according to the results of a new survey released by professional services firm KPMG US.
Paramount’s Content for Change Delivers Impactful Initiatives in Las Vegas
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA; PARAA), alongside its brands, industry affiliates, and community partners, orchestrated a series of impactful events in Las Vegas leading up to this past Sunday's game to shine a light on important societal issues. Through its Content for Change (CFC) initiative, Paramount Global seeks to harness the power of content to combat bias and harmful stereotypes, transforming how the world sees people.
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
Exposure to Agent Orange damages brain tissue in ways similar to Alzheimer's disease
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Agent Orange, an herbicide used during the Vietnam War, is a known toxin with wide-ranging health effects. Even though Agent Orange has not been used for decades, there is increasing interest in its effects on the brain health of aging veterans. A new study reveals the mechanisms by which Agent Orange affects the brain and how those processes can lead to neurodegenerative diseases.
Illumina Named One of America’s Most JUST Companies and Included in the 2024 S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
For the fifth year in a row, Illumina has been named one of America’s Most JUST Companies by JUST Capital and CNBC. Illumina ranked #29, out of the top 100, and second in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry. Over 1,000 of the largest publicly-traded U.S. companies were evaluated on key issues across the categories of employees, communities, the environment, customers, and shareholders.
Oulu Energy - Oulu Energy plans a 100 MW hydrogen plant in Oulu, Finland
Global Renewable News
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Oulu Energy Ltd is planning to build a 100 megawatts (MW) hydrogen production plant in Oulu, northern Finland. When completed, the plant would be a big step towards clean energy production and thus a.
Breaking Stigmas About STEM
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Originally published by EducationWeek on edweek.org Creating opportunities to inspire creativity among different groups of students at an early age can help sustain interest in STEM at higher levels with the potential to influence career paths. At Henkel, a manufacturer of consumer and industrial brands, such as Dial® soap and all® laundry detergent, we see this challenge as an opportunity to bring to life our company purpose: pioneers at heart for the good of generations.
What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?
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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
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. - Clean Energy's Renewable Natural Gas Facility at Marshall Ridge Dairy in Iowa Begins Production
Global Renewable News
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (Nasdaq: CLNE) today (Feb 14) announced the completion of its latest renewable natural gas (RNG) facility in Marshall County, Iowa. The Marshall Ridge Dairy project is expecte.
Guided by Wonder: A Reflection on the Stewardship of Creation
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
by Chris Meyer, Stewardship Investing Advocacy and Research Manager for Praxis Mutual Funds and Everence Financial Over the winter, Chris took a moment to reflect on his passion for Creation care – on behalf of Praxis Funds and his own family. By day, Chris leads the corporate engagement program for Praxis, seeking positive, mutually beneficial change for the planet, people, and companies we all rely on.
Enersys - EnerSys Selects Greenville, South Carolina to Advance its Lithium Battery Production in the United States
Global Renewable News
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
EnerSys (NYSE: ENS), the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications, has announced that it has selected Greenville, South Carolina to develop a lithium-ion cell gigafactory t.
New Data Suggests Microbusinesses Face Different Top Challenges Than Small Businesses
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
As originally published by GoDaddy’s Venture Forward Research Initiative The Big Fact: Microbusiness owners struggle or experience more challenges marketing their business online and knowing what to do at each phase of the business compared to small business owners, according to GoDaddy’s Venture Forward research initiative. By contrast, small business owners experience bigger challenges finding workers with necessary skills, tackling rising costs on wages and materials, and networking with othe
What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?
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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.
GridMarket, LLC - GridMarket Announces Latest Clean Energy Project in Portfolio Energy Upgrade Initiative for Performance Food Group
Global Renewable News
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
GridMarket, LLC is pleased to announce its latest clean energy project with Performance Food Group, Inc. (PFG) (NYSE: PFGC). The solar and battery storage project is part of a larger portfolio partn.
Discovery Education and Partners Offer Educators and Students Nationwide New Resources Supporting Engineers Week 2024 Activities
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
CHARLOTTE, N.C., February 14, 2024 /3BL/ - Discovery Education and its content partners offer educators and students nationwide a new collection of engaging digital learning resources supporting Engineers Week activities. Established in 1951, Engineers Week immerses students in the future of engineering and helps create pathways for students seeking engineering careers.
Maryland - Nine Maryland Businesses Selected for Offshore Wind Program
Global Renewable News
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
A nonprofit business network focused on offshore wind has selected nine Maryland companies in a new Maryland Offshore Wind Market Entry Coaching program.According to Oceantic Network, the nine win.
Mining and the Clean Energy Transition
3BL Media
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
By The Black & Veatch Insights Group The shift to clean energy is spiking global demand for commodities including copper, lithium, nickel, cobalt, and other essential minerals and rare earth elements. Mining companies know there is no energy transition without the future-facing commodities and that mining them depends on cost-effective, environmentally sustainable, and socially acceptable water stewardship.
The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges
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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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