Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Western Australia’s South West Interconnected System, regarded as the biggest isolated grid in the world, hit a new penetration record for wind and solar power over the weekend, a new peak of 85.7 per cent. The milestone was noted on LinkedIn by the state’s co-ordinator of energy, Jai Thomas, referring to data displayed on the […] The post Milestone: World’s biggest isolated grid hits new wind and solar penetration record of 85.7 pct appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Corporate Knights

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

T hree years ago, Canada enshrined its 2050 net-zero target into law. Bringing Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions to a level anywhere in the vicinity of zero, net or otherwise, in the next 30 years will require a radical departure from what we’ve seen the last three decades. Emissions today are higher than they were in 1995, and in the 17 years since they peaked in 2007 they have declined a total of just 11%.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Europe's newest and most powerful nuclear reactor – delivered more than a decade late and nearly four times over budget – is proving a headache for grid operators now it's finally up and running. The post Big batteries and EVs to the rescue again as faults with new nuclear plant cause chaos on Nordic grids appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

by Andrew Keesee of Trailhead Capital Trailhead Capital is a Denver, CO based venture capital firm investing in the regenerative future of food and agriculture through its $50M Regeneration Fund I LP, which has made 27 investments since launching in April of 2021. The Regenerative Agriculture niche of the VC market is put into even further perspective when taking into account global food & agriculture’s contributions to certain environmental decay accounting for up to 34 percent of global GH

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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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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The world’s largest onshore wind turbine, a 15MW behemoth capable of powering 160,000 households with blades nearly the length of the MCG, has been powered up. The post World’s largest onshore wind turbine powers up for first time appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Originally published in International Paper's Thinking Inside the Box whitepaper In the last century alone, material changes to the average standard of living have dramatically improved human health and well-being worldwide. These changes come at a cost, and the looming issue—troubling scientists and researchers as far back as the 1960s —is the collective reliance on intensive greenhouse gas (GHG) producing processes to maintain a modern lifestyle.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Key Points Texan by Nature has selected Marathon Petroleum Corporation as a 2024 TxN 20 honoree. The list ranks the top 20 businesses operating in Texas for sustainability leadership. Marathon Petroleum invested more than $340,000 in 2023 to support environmental and conservation initiatives in the state. Texan by Nature (TxN), a conservation nonprofit, has recognized Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) as one of only two businesses from the energy sector on its 2024 TxN 20.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

New study will gather real life data on how rooftop solar and other consumer energy assets are being integrated into the grid – what's working and what isn't. The post Do we really need a rooftop solar button – and are households treated fairly with PV, batteries and EVs? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Phosphorus, a nutrient in soil essential for sustaining most forms of life, is increasingly disappearing from land as it is washed into waterways throughout the United States, according to a new study.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

EnergyCo, the authority charged with the rollout of the NSW government's renewable energy zones and its infrastructure, is seeking a new CEO. The post EnergyCo seeks new CEO after James Hay decides on shift to government appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

An international group of authors who developed the science behind net zero demonstrate that relying on 'natural carbon sinks' like forests and oceans to offset ongoing CO2 emissions from fossil fuel use will not actually stop global warming. The science of net zero, developed over 15 years ago, does not include these natural carbon sinks in the definition of net human-induced CO2 emissions.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

A shipload of wind turbine blades is on its way the site of a remote gold mine in Western Australia to help power it alongside a 528 5B Maverick solar arrays. The post Shipload of turbine blades arrives at WA port, to help power remote gold mine appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

November 18, 2024 /3BL/ - Major businesses with operations in Ohio today urged members of the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee to support HB 79, legislation that will reinstate energy efficiency programs that will restore clean energy jobs and generate utility savings for both business and residential customers. The bipartisan legislation, which passed the Ohio House earlier this year and is scheduled for its first hearing in the Senate on Tuesday, would allow utilities to implement

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Queensland Investment Corporation joins a Big Four bank and federal green bank in latest fundraising round for Australia's largest dedicated climate technology fund. The post Queensland government joins cornerstone investors in backing of major climate tech fund appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Originally published on The National Park Foundation The National Park Foundation (NPF) and Subaru of America are celebrating 11 years of partnership and nearly a decade of collaboration to address waste reduction and support public awareness efforts in national parks through the Don’t Feed the Landfills initiative. In coordination with the National Park Service (NPS) and National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA), NPF and Subaru of America have invested in recycling operations, composting,

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Biodiversity is the multitude of diverse organisms across an ecosystem. It is essential for supporting the health and sustainability of all life on Earth.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In a world confronted with the urgent realities of finite resources and environmental impact, the need to transition from a linear to a circular economy is more pressing than ever. The consumer goods and retail (C&R) industry, with its substantial reliance on primary raw materials and its significant environmental footprint, has a crucial role to play in this transition.

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ESG Today

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The UK government announced the publication of draft legislation, aimed at regulating providers of ESG ratings, with plans to proceed with introducing a finalized law to Parliament in early 2025. The new proposed law would place ESG ratings providers under the supervision of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The new draft legislation follows the launch of a consultation in early 2023 by the prior government assessing the need to regulate ESG ratings providers in order to improve clarity and

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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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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

I can’t help but think about the world my daughter Skye and her generation will inherit. From the moment I first held her in my arms, I instantly knew two things to be true: I will never be able to fully shield her from the world, but heck if I’m not going to try anyway. As a mother, and as a conservationist who has spent the last 18 years dedicated to ending plastic pollution’s chokehold on our planet, I fear for my daughter’s future as never before.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

A new study found that policies to curtail the use of single-use plastic bags in grocery stores and other retail outlets in Austin and Dallas, Texas, resulted in people buying more plastic bags, a behavior that continued after the rules were no longer in place.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

With the implementation of the CBAM , companies importing goods into the European Union are facing a significant shift in the regulatory landscape. Designed as part of the EU’s Green Deal, CBAM aims to create a level playing field by pricing carbon emissions embedded in imported goods. In practice, it means that businesses will need to track and report their carbon footprints meticulously, while managing the financial impact of carbon tariffs at the border.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

There are bright spots for growth in global life, retirement, and health insurance. But to combat stagnant demand, the industry needs to find new sources of growth beyond its core products.

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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

3BL Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

HOUSTON, November 18, 2024 /3BL/ - The Baker Hughes Foundation announced Monday a total of $750,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations (NPOs) that promote our values and support local communities. For the fourth consecutive year — and in support of the Baker Hughes Foundation’s mission to advance environmental quality, education and opportunity, and health, safety and wellness around the world — the recipient NPO’s were nominated by Baker Hughes global employee resource groups (ERGs).

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The global energy transition is entering a new phase. These ten McKinsey Explainers highlight what leaders need to know to grow through—and not just react to—the new climate era.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

By Victoria Hanna Originally published by AccountingToday When leaders think of how to improve their customer's experience, they often associate this practice with retail or technology services that are digital-first, transactional businesses. While the need for a positive customer experience is widely acknowledged, its importance across industries is highlighted by the fact that 86% of consumers say they would no longer purchase from a brand after only two poor experiences.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

A new study found that specific insecticides, called neonicotinoids, were found at high concentrations in some ground and surface water sources that could affect drinking water.

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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.

3BL Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Originally published by Healthcare Business Today Governmental organizations are seeing the immense economic and societal benefits of AI. Comprehensive guidelines and regulatory frameworks are in active development to ensure AI technologies are developed and deployed in a safe, secure, and trustworthy manner. The White House issued an executive order in October 2022 that covers a comprehensive strategy for responsible innovations.

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ESG Today

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

IBM announced the general availability of IBM Maximo Renewables, a new solution aimed at enabling companies to manage and maximize the efficiency of their renewable energy assets, including tracking and monitoring renewable asset performance, identify causes and recommend actions for efficiency losses, and plan and manage maintenance work. According to Kendra DeKeyrel VP, ESG & Asset Management Products Leader at IBM, the new solution as companies face a series of challenges as they increasi

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Originally published on U.S. Bank company blog U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sargeant Dominic Fernandez stood proudly as he and his family received a new 2024 Chrysler Pacifica minivan. After serving multiple tours of combat overseas and dedicating years of service to his country, it was his time to be served. The vehicle marks the 50 th payment-free vehicle donated by U.S.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Through the intricate study of lava tubes -- caves formed following volcanic eruptions when lava cools down -- an international team of researchers has uncovered clues about Earth's ancient environments that could be significant in the search for life on Mars.

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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.