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Broken Hill has a wind farm, a solar farm and a big battery. So, why are the lights out?

Renew Economy

Broken Hill has a big wind farm, a solar farm and a big battery, all of which are all looking pretty useless now. The battery, in particular, is not doing what it says on the box, and highlights industry frustration with the grid management process. The post Broken Hill has a wind farm, a solar farm and a big battery. So, why are the lights out? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Nielsen and Climate Central: Connecting the Dots on Climate Change

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Originally published on Nielsen Insights Introduction: Understanding local media’s reach during extreme weather events Nielsen collaborated with Climate Central , a policy-neutral non-profit climate science organization, to assess the presence of accurate and informative climate reporting in local media to engage communities affected by extreme weather events.

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“Like washing your floor with Italian mineral water:” Why hydrogen won’t do the things the gas industry says

Renew Economy

Reality is slowly dawning that some of the hoped-for applications of green hydrogen might never come to fruition. But there is still a bit of nonsense around – much of it coming from the gas industry. The post “Like washing your floor with Italian mineral water:” Why hydrogen won’t do the things the gas industry says appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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This Ontario farmer is leading a movement to stop a highway

Corporate Knights

Max Hansgen loves his job. He loves to be outside and to work with his hands, and in a world that can be isolating and lonely, he loves how farming brings together like-minded souls. “[As] much as distance has fractured communities compared to traditional times,” he explains, “farmers still tend to form a community,” coming together for community events and “fighting for causes.

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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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Exporting gas can more than double the emissions compared to using it in Australia. So why are we doing it?

Renew Economy

Why is it that no government will take on the Australian gas industry, irrespective of their contribution to global emissions and worsening climate change? The post Exporting gas can more than double the emissions compared to using it in Australia. So why are we doing it? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Dr. Mildred McClain on Environmental Justice as a Lifetime Commitment

3BL Media

Drawdown Georgia is honored to share a special Georgia Climate Digest video interview with environmental justice pioneer Dr. Mildred McClain. Dr. McClain is the founder and executive director emeritus for the Harambee House/Citizens for Environmental Justice and has spent the five decades of her career working in the fields of education, community empowerment, public health, environmental justice, and youth leadership development.

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Duke Energy Expands North Carolina Program That Helps Businesses Become More Renewable and Carbon-Free

3BL Media

With added options, Green Source Advantage Choice helps large businesses access renewable energy on Duke Energy’s grid CHARLOTTE, N.C., October 24, 2024 /3BL/ - Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) has received approval for Green Source Advantage Choice (GSA-C) in North Carolina, a program that provides the opportunity for large business customers to support renewable energy development by supplementing their power usage with 100% renewable, carbon-free generation.

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South Australia partners with Hyundai on renewables and hydrogen

Renew Economy

South Australian government signs MoU paving the way for what is intended as “significant collaboration” in renewables and hydrogen. The post South Australia partners with Hyundai on renewables and hydrogen appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Leidos Hits Key “Electrify the Mission” Milestone

3BL Media

Leidos participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony at Dover Air Force Base (AFB) in Delaware to commission the first of 168 electric vehicle (EV) charging points for the Department of the Air Force. Why it matters: The event marked a major milestone providing the Defense Innovation Unit with multi-base EV Charging as a Service solutions , a key pillar in the company’s Electrify the Mission initiative.

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Hyperstrong joins new venture offering solar batteries to business for zero up front cost

Renew Economy

Australian newcomer Tesseract ESS adds Chinese energy storage giant Hyperstrong to its team offering commercial and industrial solar and battery PPAs. The post Hyperstrong joins new venture offering solar batteries to business for zero up front cost appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Taking Care of the Things That Matter Most: Our ESG Journey

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Q&A With Jeff King, Bath & Body Works Group Vice President and Head of ESG As a global leader in home fragrance and personal care, we don’t just offer products and experiences — we're also committed to shaping a future that's resilient, responsible and filled with possibilities. Our efforts towards integrating our sustainability strategy into our business practices brought us closer to fulfilling our environmental, social and governance commitments, one milestone at a time.

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Energy Insiders Podcast: From zero to renewable hero in 20 years

Renew Economy

Simon Emms from transmission company Electranet explains how the state has moved so quickly towards 100 per cent net renewables, and why so much industry wants to plug in. Plus: All Energy buzzes while gas lobby bleats. The post Energy Insiders Podcast: From zero to renewable hero in 20 years appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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CASE Presents Its Solutions for Bolivian Agriculture at the Agro Vidas Fair

3BL Media

CNH brand, CASE showed off its innovative equipment for the agricultural and construction sector in the 20th edition of the Agro Vidas fair. This fair is an acclaimed agricultural technology event organized by Fundacruz, the Agricultural Development Foundation, in the city of Santa Cruz, Bolivia's economic engine in the agribusiness, commerce, manufacturing, construction and services sectors.

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“We can make it happen:” Trina says timing right to make solar in Australia with SunDrive

Renew Economy

Chinese solar giant says its joint venture plans with SunDrive to manufacture PV modules in Australia are progressing well, with the application for SunShot funding ready for submission. The post “We can make it happen:” Trina says timing right to make solar in Australia with SunDrive appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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DP World's Cars in Containers: A Sustainable Solution for the Growing Automotive Industry

3BL Media

The automotive industry, particularly the electric vehicle (EV) sector, is experiencing unprecedented growth. With vehicle demand at an all-time high, Statista expects global auto sales to exceed 77 million in 2024, signaling a major recovery by more than 13 million units from the market’s pandemic-inflicted slump of 2020. The global shift towards EVs is another transformative force.

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Millions in the U.S. may rely on groundwater contaminated with PFAS for drinking water supplies

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Approximately 71 to 95 million people in the Lower 48 states -- more than 20% of the country's population -- may rely on groundwater that contains detectable concentrations of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as PFAS, for their drinking water supplies.

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Whirlpool Corporation Named a Top Corporate Citizen of 2024

3BL Media

Whirlpool Corporation has been recognized by 3BL, a leading sustainability communications partner, as one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2024. Inclusion on this list acknowledges Whirlpool Corporation’s commitment to transparency and performance among the largest public companies in the U.S. “We are honored to be recognized as one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens,” said Pam Klyn, executive vice president of corporate affairs and sustainability at Whirlpool Corporation.

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Human actions likely cause insect color change

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

New Zealand's native stoneflies have changed colour in response to human-driven environmental changes, new research shows. The study provides arguably the world's most clear-cut case of animal evolution in response to change made by humans.

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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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Veolia Hazardous Waste Treatment Plant Receives Award for Environmental Leadership in Arkansas

3BL Media

BOSTON, October 24, 2024 /3BL/ - Veolia North America’s state-of-the-art hazardous waste treatment facility in Gum Springs, Arkansas , has been named the 2024 recipient of the Diamond Award for excellence in environmental leadership, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable operations that preserve natural resources. The award is given every year by the Arkansas Environmental Federation (AEF), a leading advocate for Arkansas industries.

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Key to low-cost, long-lasting renewable batteries for electric vehicles

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Lithium-sulfur batteries have never lived up to their potential as the next generation of renewable batteries for electric vehicles and other devices. But mechanical engineers have now found a way to make these Li-S batteries last longer -- with higher energy levels -- than existing renewable batteries.

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Cadence Announces Fem.AI Alliance To Lead Gender Equity Revolution in the AI Workforce

3BL Media

SAN JOSE, Calif., October 24, 2024 /3BL/ - Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNS) announced that industry leaders Equinix Foundation, NetApp, NVIDIA and Workday are founding members of the Cadence Giving Foundation’s Fem.AI Alliance, a group of companies and institutions that have committed to driving change towards a more representative tech and AI workforce.

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Gut bacteria transfer genes to disable weapons of their competitors

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

New research shows that a large, ubiquitous mobile genetic element changes the antagonistic weaponry of Bacteroides fragilis, a common bacterium of the human gut.

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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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Ways to Play and Learn With My Special Aflac Duck®

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Originally published on Aflac Newsroom The journey after a cancer diagnosis often involves juggling schedules, managing treatment plans and trying to glean as much information from health care providers as possible — not to mention the emotions that one must process. Simply put: It can be a lot to manage. You can probably multiply that by 10 when it involves a child.

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PurposeEnergy - PurposeEnergy Delivers New Green Energy to the Green Mountain State

Global Renewable News

PurposeEnergy, a renewable fuels and biogas specialist focused on waste solutions for the food and beverage industries, today announced the grand opening of its Middlebury renewable energy facility.

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Lenovo Ranks No. #1 on Fast Company’s Sixth Annual List of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators

3BL Media

Fast Company this week announced its sixth annual Best Workplaces for Innovators list, honoring organizations and businesses that demonstrate an inspiring commitment to encourage and develop innovation at all levels. Lenovo came first in the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators and topped the list of companies in artificial intelligence and robotics due to its three-year, $2.2 billion investment to expand its R&D centers, training, staff, and partnerships supporting AI innovation.

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San Diego Gas & Electric - SDG&E Advances Climate Preparedness with Launch of State-of-the-Art Wildfire and Climate Resilience Center

Global Renewable News

As the operating environment for utilities becomes more challenging, San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) is stepping up to lead the energy sector in climate preparedness. The company has unveiled its.

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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.

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Creating Opportunity for All: A Q&A With Julie Lewis

3BL Media

Our associates’ backgrounds, talents, and insights allow our firm to embrace ideas and perspectives that can lead to innovative outcomes. As part of T. Rowe Price’s global commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), we recognize National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) and International Day of Persons with Disabilities and commemorate the many contributions of people with disabilities to our global workplaces and economy.

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TotalEnergies - Pearl Partners with TotalEnergies to install solar power at three production facilities in the UAE

Global Renewable News

Pearl Group, an international leader in polyurethane (PU) insulation solutions and other PU-based applications, has partnered with TotalEnergies to install solar photovoltaic (PV) systems at three of.

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The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council Appoints Milagro Lopez to Executive Committee

3BL Media

October 24, 2024 /3BL/ - The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council is pleased to appoint Milagro Lopez, Americas Marketing Leader DuPont to its Executive Committee. The Executive Committee , comprised of members from across the healthcare plastics value chain, serves as the primary decision-making body for HPRC, responsible for approval of new members, annual work plans and budgets as well as setting strategic direction for the future.

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Sunwoda Energy - Sunwoda Energy and Gryphon Energy Forge Partnership for 1.6GWh Energy Storage Project in Australia

Global Renewable News

Sunwoda Energy has signed a partnership and collaboration agreement with Gryphon Energy during the All-Energy Australia 2024 event, committing to a significant 1.6GWh energy storage project. The signi.

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The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges

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.