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Anticipatory Action

3BL Media

Originally published by Action Against Hunger. One in 11 people are dealing with severe levels of food insecurity, which the United Nations reports poses grave risks to their health and well-being. But how can we prepare for or better, prevent further deteriorations in communities facing this chronic problem? Monitoring situations and forecasting where things are set to get worse is crucial to saving lives.

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Wine region solar farm to use hail-proof PV modules in Australian first

Renew Economy

A solar and battery project under development in Coonawarra will be the first in Australia to feature a new range of anti-hail solar panels. The post Wine region solar farm to use hail-proof PV modules in Australian first appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How FedEx Works to 10X the Capacity of NGOs

3BL Media

One of the most effective ways to significantly boost the impact of an NGO is by supporting training programs that enhance their capacity to reach and assist more people. These programs empower NGO staff and local partners, ultimately leading to a broader and more sustainable impact. The Power of Training Programs Take International Medical Corps, a relief agency weve collaborated with for many years, as a prime example.

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Coalition and Labor agree on bill busting benefits of electrification, and kicking gas out of homes

Renew Economy

Liberal Party-led Senate inquiry into residential electrification confirms the bill busting benefits of getting gas out of Australian homes. The post Coalition and Labor agree on bill busting benefits of electrification, and kicking gas out of homes appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Women’s History Month Spotlight: Q&A With Andrea Pirie Woodbridge, Chief Financial Officer of Manufacturing at Gildan

3BL Media

With a workforce of almost 50,000 employees, leading apparel manufacturer Gildan is no stranger to the immense talent that it hosts from employees on the factory floor, to leadership. In celebration of Womens History Month, we interviewed one such leader Andrea Pirie Woodbridge, Chief Financial Officer of Manufacturing, located in Honduras. In her role, Andrea leads the finance function for the manufacturing group at Gildan, driving business performance while balancing costs and output in Gild

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Social hour at the gas rodeo: Why the market is broken

Renew Economy

I sometimes wonder how senior management at gas companies rationalise what they do to the lives of their kids and grandkids, never mind everyone elses. The post Social hour at the gas rodeo: Why the market is broken appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Rocky Mountain snow is contaminated, study shows

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Mountain snowpacks accumulate snow throughout the winter, building up stores of water that will supply communities across the American West throughout the long dry season. Now, a new study shows that as storms carry snow to the Rocky Mountains, they are also bringing mercury and other contaminants from mines in the region. The research helps scientists understand how contaminants are spread by atmospheric circulation and has implications for snowpack preservation and illuminating the lasting env

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CNH Capital Provide Improved Agronomic Practices and Financing Options That Helped Mitigate Challenging 2024 Harvest

3BL Media

For many South Australian farmers, the 2024 season was severely impacted by drought and frost. The latest agronomic knowledge and technology has helped some farmers to make the most of what they could, but when conditions were too challenging to achieve reasonable crop outcomes, CNH Capital has been able to help ease the strain. To mitigate the impact of last years challenging weather conditions, South Australian farmers have relied on improved agronomic practices, and in some cases the assistan

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China solar giants are now turning to battery storage, and building the projects themselves

Renew Economy

Falling costs of storage and need to tailor output of solar is encouraging China PV giants to double up on solar and batteries, and build the projects themselves. The post China solar giants are now turning to battery storage, and building the projects themselves appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation (MCWT) and Whirlpool Foundation Present Girls' STEM Event

3BL Media

For a third year, members of the Whirlpool Corporation Global IT team teamed up with the Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation (MCWT) for the Girls Rock IT event supported by the Whirlpool Foundation. While parents and guardians attended a session on internet safety and careers in technology, local girls (grades 2-8) learned coding basics and game/app development.

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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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EU Commission Asks EFRAG to Fast-track Development of Simplified CSRD Sustainability Reporting Standards

ESG Today

The European Commission has tasked the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) with supporting its plan to significantly simplify the reporting requirements under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), with a request to develop technical advice underlying the CSRDs European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), and setting a timeline of only seven months, with a deadline for the new advice of October 31, 2025.

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This Fair Housing Month, KeyBank Survey Finds Guidance and Planning Can Boost Homebuyer Confidence

3BL Media

CLEVELAND , April 1, 2025 /3BL/ - Owning a home is a pillar of the American dream and a sign of prosperity, wealth and success. It instills a sense of pride and belonging in individuals and communities. But today, the reality for homebuyers and potential homebuyers in America continues to be sobering. KeyBanks 2025 Financial Mobility Survey found that many believe owning a home is not an attainable goal for themselves nor the average American.

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Meta signs 25-year off take deal for planned floating solar PV system to support regional data centres

Renew Economy

Global online and AI giant Meta has signed a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) to support the development of a 150MW floating solar PV system in Singapore. The post Meta signs 25-year off take deal for planned floating solar PV system to support regional data centres appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Modern Slavery’s Accountability Gap

Chris Hall

Modern slavery is a significant business risk, but many companies are still failing to properly account for it. Although UK law requires companies of a certain size those with more than 36 million ($46 million) in global turnover to produce yearly slavery and human trafficking statements, investors say that firms often fall short. They are therefore taking things into their own hands, actively engaging with companies to eliminate modern slavery from supply chains.

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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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Senate inquiry finds strong cross party consensus” on bill busting benefits of home electrification

Renew Economy

Liberal Party-led Senate inquiry into residential electrification confirms the bill busting benefits of getting gas out of Australian homes. The post Senate inquiry finds strong cross party consensus” on bill busting benefits of home electrification appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Slentech DZK humidity and temperature transmitter

Sustainability Matters

The Slentech DZK transmitter hasa modular design with high accuracy that iseasy to install. The probe and transmitter can be used in any combination, makingthem suitable for multiple installation situations and applications. The plug-in probes provide quick and easy exchange with no interruption in the measuring process. Only a single screw is required to close it securely.

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Solar Insiders Podcast: Get ready for battery rebates

Renew Economy

Wayne Smith from the Smart Energy Council on what to expect from the federal home battery rebate (and when to expect it) and Australia's "sliding doors" energy election. The post Solar Insiders Podcast: Get ready for battery rebates appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Webinar series: Recycling in America – What’s Working, What’s Not, and What We Do About It

Environmental News Bits

Kicking off April 24, join The Recycling Partnership on Thursdays 1-2 pm CT to discuss the hottest topics in recycling. They’re bringing everyone together communities, companies, policymakers and more to cover the biggest challenges and greatest opportunities. Register for the series.

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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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Wind farm developer heads to court to fight “significant legal errors” in project rejection

Renew Economy

Major gentailer lodges High Court appeal to challenge what it says was a flawed decision, with "significant legal errors," to reject its proposed 300 MW wind farm. The post Wind farm developer heads to court to fight “significant legal errors” in project rejection appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Exposure to air pollution in childhood is associated with reduced brain connectivity

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new study has found that children exposed to higher levels of air pollution in early and mid childhood have weaker connections between key brain regions. The findings highlight the potential impact of early exposure to air pollution on brain development.

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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. - MHIEC Receives Order for Full Refurbishment of Waste Incineration Plant in Itoman City, Okinawa Prefecture

Global Renewable News

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Environmental & Chemical Engineering Co., Ltd (MHIEC), a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has received an order from the Nanbu Wide-area Administration in O.

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France’s Parliament bans PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ in key products

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story at EcoWatch. The French Parliament voted on Thursday for ambitious new legislation to limit the sale and production of some products that contain toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) forever chemicals, including cosmetics, most clothing and ski wax.

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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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World Bank Group - World Bank and El Salvador Promote Geothermal Energy for Sustainable and Inclusive Development

Global Renewable News

The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors today (March 28) approved a project to help El Salvador increase renewable electricity generation capacity and harness geothermal heat for direct us.

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A National Predictive Model for PFAS Occurrence in Groundwater

Environmental News Bits

Read the project summary and associated publications. In October of 2024, USGS Scientists published a study where they created a model to predict PFAS occurrence in groundwater at the depths of drinking water supplies.

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Project InnerSpace - Project InnerSpace Launches Initiative to Accelerate Geothermal Development in UK

Global Renewable News

Project InnerSpace, an independent, not-for-profit organisation committed to eliminating the major barriers to scaled development of geothermal energy, launched today (March 31) a new effort to cataly.

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The McKinsey Crossword: Same Difference | No. 226

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if youre looking for a quick win.

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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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GreenFire Energy Inc. - U.S. Air Force and Department of Defense's Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office Names GreenFire Energy Awardable' for Utility-Scale Geothermal Power Solutions

Global Renewable News

GreenFire Energy, a next-generation geothermal developer, announced today (March 3) that they were selected by the U.S. Air Force and the Department of Defense's Chief Digital and Artificial I.

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How can science literacy help people better understand the news?

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign College of Media. In todays rapidly evolving media landscape, the spread of misinformation and disinformation regarding scientific topics such as natural disasters, vaccines and climate change can pose a risk to public health.Nancy Averett, a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign lecturer ofjournalismandexpert in science and environmental … Continue reading How can science literacy help people better understand the news

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Indiana Michigan Power - I&M is Future Ready with Plans to Enhance Diverse Energy Mix

Global Renewable News

Indiana Michigan Power (I&M), an American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) company, recently submitted its 2024 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) to the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC). I&M&.

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Rescheduled webinar: Drawdown Nexus: How we can create a triple win for climate, nature, and people

Environmental News Bits

Apr 9, noonRegister at Project Drawdown. Protecting and restoring biodiversity is one of the most important things we can do for the well-being of our planet and we who depend on it for our survival. People are increasingly realizing that the challenges that nature and climate face are linked; fortunately, so are the solutions.

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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.