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Carbon time bomb: Dutton’s nuclear plan will blow up Paris and emissions targets, CCA says

Renew Economy

The Climate Change Authority says a nuclear pathway would add an extra 2 billion tonnes of carbon emissions by 2050. The post Carbon time bomb: Dutton’s nuclear plan will blow up Paris and emissions targets, CCA says appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Amazon Australia delivers on 100% recyclable packaging

Sustainability Matters

Amazon Australia has continuedits commitment to reduce packaging waste by moving to 100% recyclable packaging. From itsboxes, bags andenvelopes tothe tape that holds it together,all packaging from Amazon that is sent from its Australian facilities cango directly into the household recycling bin. This step addressesthe 1.2 million tonnes of plastic packaging generated annually in Australia.

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Energy consumers pick up the bill as gas industry prioritises export windfalls

Renew Economy

The gas market on the east coast has directly contributed to the cost-of-living crisis. It is now clear that increasing gas production will not solve looming supply gap. The post Energy consumers pick up the bill as gas industry prioritises export windfalls appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Deploying nuclear will lead to higher emissions: report

Sustainability Matters

A new report by the Climate Change Authority has stated thatdelaying a clean energy future in favour of nuclear power will lead to higher emissions and increased costs for households. The Authority has compared published modelling by the Australian Energy Market Operator and Frontier Economics to understand how a nuclear pathway could impact national efforts to reduce emissions.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Fossil fuel lobby shares global “toolbox of tactics” to fight Victoria’s gas phaseout

Renew Economy

Fossil fuel companies in Australia and their industry associations have been swapping notes with their international counterparts to stop phaseout of gas in homes. The post Fossil fuel lobby shares global “toolbox of tactics” to fight Victoria’s gas phaseout appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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EDF Energy - EDF optimises 114MW of battery systems for Constantine Energy Storage, driving the UK's energy transition

Global Renewable News

Highlights EDF partners with Constantine Energy Storageto deliver battery optimisation for two new-build assets, totalling 114MW in Cheshire and North Wales. EDF's Powershift pla.

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Duke Energy - Duke Energy Florida files plans for four new solar energy sites, adding nearly 300 megawatts of energy to the electric grid

Global Renewable News

Highlights The sites will be located in Madison, Sumter, Hernando and Jefferson counties and completed by summer 2026 All together, they are expected to save customers $843 million over th.

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Labor targets wind towers, batteries and electrolysers in $500 million local content support

Renew Economy

Labor promises $500 million to ensure locally made steel and aluminium are used in wind towers, and also hydrogen electrolysers, big batteries and other tech. The post Labor targets wind towers, batteries and electrolysers in $500 million local content support appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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SolarPower Europe - SolarPower Europe launches new Operation & Maintenance Best Practices Report

Global Renewable News

Highlights SolarPower Europe launches an updated Operation & Maintenance: Best Practice Guidelines Version 6.0,' to maximise the operational efficiency of solar PV power plants. U.

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APA admits slow progress in Pilbara renewables, as gas industry splits over pipelines and imports

Renew Economy

APA says Pilbara wind, solar and battery plans depend on customers, but its main focus is on gas and predictions that falls in demand will be negligible in coming decades. The post APA admits slow progress in Pilbara renewables, as gas industry splits over pipelines and imports 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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International Renewable Energy Agency - Why Community-Centred Approach is Key to Scale up Renewables-Based Adaptation Efforts in Agriculture

Global Renewable News

At least a billion people living in rural areas worldwide rely on agriculture: a livelihood that is critically vulnerable to the effects of changing weather patterns and rising temperatures caus.

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Victoria solar farm shut down after fire in on-site inverters, must mow grass

Renew Economy

Safety regulator closes small Victoria solar farm after inverter fire while it investigates cause and until high grass at the site can be cut back. The post Victoria solar farm shut down after fire in on-site inverters, must mow grass appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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European Commission - 2023: record-breaking increase in renewable electricity

Global Renewable News

In 2023, renewable energy sources accounted for 45.3% of gross electricity consumption in the EU, a significant 4.1 percentage points (pp) increase from 2022. This marks the largest annual inc.

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The Driven Podcast: Where are we at with V2G?

Renew Economy

Oliver Hill, from Race to 2030, on the new roadmap for turning electric cars into mobile batteries, and who is doing what on V2G. The post The Driven Podcast: Where are we at with V2G? 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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How to capture the next S-curve in commodity trading

McKinsey Sustainabilty

In the past few years, commodity traders focused on taking advantage of high volatility. Today, amid leaner industry margins, successful traders can maximize value from existing assets.

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Japan Commits To Maximum Use Of Nuclear Power

Energy Central

Japan Commits To Maximum Use Of Nuclear Power South Korea Plans For Two New Large-Scale Nuclear Plants, but Cancels a 3rd Unit Last Energy Seeks Site License for UK Microreactor Plant X-Energy Threatens To Pull Out Of Building SMRs in UK NRC Proposes to Amend Licensing, Inspection, and Annual Fees for FY 2025 Japan Commits To Maximum Use Of Nuclear Power Revised energy plan.

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Unleashing bamboo: A nature-based solution to plastics

Eco-Business

The plant has a potential role as a sustainable powerhouse, but challenges remain in scaling up its production and trade.

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Hydrogen Refuelling Station - Teesside International Airport

Energy Central

A refuelling station which will serve hydrogen-powered vehicles based in the Tees Valley is now up and running at Teesside International Airport as part of a £2.

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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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Meltdown at the top of the world

Eco-Business

The UN has declared 2025 the International Year of Glaciers' Preservation as climate change speeds up ice loss not only in the Arctic and Antarctica, but in Asia's Hindu Kush Himalayas, which is warming three times the global average rate.

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More than 75% of CFOs Expect to Increase or Maintain Sustainability Investment After Trump Election: BDO Survey

ESG Today

Over three quarters of CFOs expect that their companies will maintain or increase sustainability-focused investments even after the recent U.S. election, although investment focus will shift away from environmental and social impact, and towards areas addressing stakeholder expectations and business operations, according to a new U.S.-focused survey released by accounting and advisory firm BDO.

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Nature will call the shots, not politics or economics: Singapore’s climate envoy

Eco-Business

Climate timelines are not set by elections or cost curves, reminds the countrys ex-central banker Ravi Menon. But he cautioned that in the short term, political headwinds and the US climate retreat could impact investment decisions.

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Big Oil Must Deliver The Goods Under Landmark Climate Litigation Ruling

CleanTechnica

Climate litigation activity is heating up in the US, including a new lawsuit against coal and oil companies that has just moved closer to the discovery stage. The post Big Oil Must Deliver The Goods Under Landmark Climate Litigation Ruling appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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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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With Indonesia and the US wavering on climate goals, early coal plant retirements in doubt

Eco-Business

Indonesias climate envoy has cast doubt on the countrys commitment to the Paris Agreement, calling coal plant closures 'economic suicide,' threatening the US$20 billion Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP).

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Hydrogen Electrolysis Cost Projections from Major Organizations Low by 60% to 300%

CleanTechnica

For years, major organizations like the IEA, IRENA, BNEF, the Hydrogen Council and CSIRO have been projecting future costs for hydrogen electrolysis systems and the future cost of green hydrogen that don’t stand up to scrutiny. As a result, their projections of future costs increase every year, yet real-world data. [continued] The post Hydrogen Electrolysis Cost Projections from Major Organizations Low by 60% to 300% appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Explainer: How China’s renewable pricing reforms will affect its climate goals

Eco-Business

Chinas solar and wind farms would no longer be guaranteed sales at a fixed price linked to coal benchmarks, under a new policy released by the central government.

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Texas Lawmakers Scramble To Stop Solar Energy But It Just Keeps Coming

CleanTechnica

The solar energy is still alive and kicking in Texas, although two anti-renewables bills will go into effect on September 1 if state legislators pass them into law. The post Texas Lawmakers Scramble To Stop Solar Energy But It Just Keeps Coming appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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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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Omoda & Jaecoo Finally Launches in the Philippines

CleanTechnica

Omoda & Jaecoo will probably never reach the US, but they will be everywhere else for sure. Finally. That was the feeling when Omoda & Jaecoo, an old “newcomer” to the Philippine automotive scene, officially launched its operations and first models in the country at a posh venue in Manila. [continued] The post Omoda & Jaecoo Finally Launches in the Philippines appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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New New Perovskite Solar Treatment Cuts The Cost Of Solar Power By 10%

CleanTechnica

The US startup UbiQD aims to expand its quantum dot activity with perovskite solar technology that boosts silicon solar panel efficiency by 16%. The post New New Perovskite Solar Treatment Cuts The Cost Of Solar Power By 10% appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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ABB South Carolina Facility Could Save At Least $150,000/Year From Sustainability Initiatives

CleanTechnica

One of the privileges of creating content for an independent media source is reporting the good news about clean energy and energy efficiency. Otherwise, it tends to be unreported or overlooked although it is happening and does exist. Years ago, someone told me that solar power for homes was too. [continued] The post ABB South Carolina Facility Could Save At Least $150,000/Year From Sustainability Initiatives appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Is Trump Setting Off A Terrible Nuclear Domino Effect?

CleanTechnica

I know its cliche to say this, but it still holds true: those who dont learn from history are doomed to repeat it. As the Trump Regime works both against renewables and against Ukraines sovereignty, the real history behind nuclear power has to become part of the discussion. If we. [continued] The post Is Trump Setting Off A Terrible Nuclear Domino Effect?

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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.