Tue.Oct 31, 2023

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Sustainability professionals shouldn’t (and don’t want to) be accountants. Don’t make them

GreenBiz

The sustainability industry wants more data. But does it really need it? And what does that mean for sustainability professionals of tomorrow?

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South Australia to reach 100 pct wind and solar within a few years, says network company

Renew Economy

Wind and solar reached 100 per cent of demand on 282 days in last year in South Australia, and the state will average 100 per cent within a few years, grid owner says. The post South Australia to reach 100 pct wind and solar within a few years, says network company appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The first frontier for electric aviation: Short-haul flights

GreenBiz

A third of flights are less than 250 miles, which is already within range for electric planes.

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“New era:” SunDrive wins funds to scale up Australia made solar cell production

Renew Economy

"Making more things here:" SunDrive gets federal funding boost towards commercial production of its lower-cost, high efficiency solar cells, on Australian soil. The post “New era:” SunDrive wins funds to scale up Australia made solar cell production 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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Green construction practices could unlock this $1.5 trillion opportunity, study finds

GreenBiz

Major emissions cuts and investment opportunities arise from shifting to greener materials and processes in construction and buildings, according to the World Bank's International Finance Corporation.

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Gina Rinehart unveils a bright pink electric locomotive, to beat Forrest at his own game

Renew Economy

Roy Hill Mines, owned by climate skeptic and renewables doubter Gina Rinehart, unveils a bright pink electric locomotive powered by a 7MWh battery. The post Gina Rinehart unveils a bright pink electric locomotive, to beat Forrest at his own game appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Beetaloo gas field is a climate bomb. How did the modelling make it look otherwise?

Renew Economy

A Murdoch University deep dive into the CSIRO Beetaloo report found its emissions projections are underestimates of up to 84% in some cases. The post Beetaloo gas field is a climate bomb. How did the modelling make it look otherwise? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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What Homeownership Means for One Habitat Family, Five Years Later

3BL Media

Originally published on U.S. Bank company blog Photos of family and friends adorn the walls and shelves of most homes, and Ambera Pruitt’s house is no different. You’ll find pictures of her two growing daughters, her mom and her sisters. But you’ll also find a photo of Ambera with group of strangers who came together five years ago to, quite literally, help build the house she now calls home.

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“Unsung hero:” New big battery next to Australia’s biggest coal unit gets go ahead

Renew Economy

Construction will begin within weeks on a 300 MWh big battery to be built in Queensland, alongside the country's biggest coal unit. The post “Unsung hero:” New big battery next to Australia’s biggest coal unit gets go ahead appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Maximus Employees

3BL Media

Maximus is proud to be a member of the Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce and support initiatives like the Prosperity Project , the Chamber-led approach to cutting childhood poverty in half. Roughly 1,700 employees support the Tampa Bay area and more than 4,400 Maximus employees support the state of Florida. Originally published by Tampa Bay Chamber in its Member Spotlight Government agencies have historically been challenged to better serve residents and citizens equitably, fairly and efficiently.

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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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Big banks take on greening of Australia’s $10 trillion housing stock

Renew Economy

Australian banks are in the box seat to develop and advocate for new, inventive measures that green up the nation’s single largest asset class, the housing market. The post Big banks take on greening of Australia’s $10 trillion housing stock appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Southwire’s Huntersville Plant Recognized for the Eighth Year With Air Compliance Excellence (ACE) Award

3BL Media

Southwire’s facility in Huntersville, N.C., has again been recognized for its efforts in achieving compliance with air quality permits by receiving the annual Air Compliance Excellence (ACE) Award. This is the sixth consecutive year the Huntersville Plant has received the award and the eighth time overall. The Mecklenburg County Air Quality ACE Awards began in 2014 to promote local industries’ efforts to comply with air quality permits within the county.

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Queensland to spend $1.3bn to get CopperString shovel-ready in 2024

Renew Economy

The bulk payment covers everything the huge transmission project will need to get to full construction, from workers camps to equipment like transformers. The post Queensland to spend $1.3bn to get CopperString shovel-ready in 2024 appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Vanguard Renewables Announces Massachusetts-Based Costa Fruit & Produce Joins the Farm Powered Strategic Alliance’s Northeast Regional Chapter

3BL Media

BOSTON, October 31, 2023 /3BL/ – Vanguard Renewables®, a leading U.S.-based renewable energy company, is pleased to announce that Costa Fruit & Produce, a purveyor of produce and specialty foods based in Massachusetts, has joined the Northeast Regional Chapter of the Farm Powered Strategic Alliance. By becoming a member of this innovative Alliance, Costa joins a growing community of New England and national companies dedicated to eliminating food waste and promoting sustainable practices.

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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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Quinbrook hopes new software will prevent energy greenwashing claims

Renew Economy

Being able to prove green claims is becoming increasingly important as regulators and customers begin to demand evidence. The post Quinbrook hopes new software will prevent energy greenwashing claims appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Women-Led Construction Management Team Overcomes Site Challenges To Deliver Solar Project on Time

3BL Media

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., October 31, 2023 /3BL/ — Black & Veatch provided full engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services for a coastal state solar project, including construction management of modules and inverters procured by the client and select services that were subcontracted. The project had more than its share of challenges. Overcoming them is what distinguished the construction management of three leaders – project controls manager Gina Butler, project field manager Mary K

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Solar supply firms up for controversial Middle Arm precinct – but not from Sun Cable

Renew Economy

New deal promises solar supply to vanadium electrolyte facility starting 2026. The same company has a tentative solar supply deal with the massive Sun Cable project. The post Solar supply firms up for controversial Middle Arm precinct – but not from Sun Cable appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Empower by GoDaddy Partner Helps Entrepreneurs in the Pacific Southwest Reach the Next Level

3BL Media

Empower by GoDaddy is a global social impact program equipping entrepreneurs with training, tools and peer networks to accelerate their business journeys. Together with its nonprofit and community partners, Empower by GoDaddy works to understand local communities and the small business landscape to identify gaps and develop customized programs for entrepreneurs of all backgrounds and circumstances.

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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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Disappointment as tender for access rights to NSW renewable energy zones delayed

Renew Economy

The first auction for renewable and storage projects to bid for a place on the grid in the first renewable energy zone in NSW has been delayed, frustrating developers. The post Disappointment as tender for access rights to NSW renewable energy zones delayed appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Energizing Communities Through Donations, Sponsorships and Employee Volunteerism

3BL Media

Originally published in Enbridge's 2022 Sustainability Report Energizing communities through donations, sponsorships and employee volunteerism Enbridge's corporate citizenship program, Enbridge Fueling Futures, supports programs that strengthen the safety, vibrancy and sustainability of our communities. Safe communities. We support local safety initiatives and organizations that help make our communities safer places to live.

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Humans are disrupting natural 'salt cycle' on a global scale, new study shows

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new paper revealed that human activities are making Earth's air, soil and freshwater saltier, which could pose an 'existential threat' if current trends continue. Geologic and hydrologic processes bring salts to Earth's surface over time, but human activities such as mining and land development are rapidly accelerating this natural 'salt cycle.

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Rayonier Hosts Pink Party To Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month

3BL Media

This October, Rayonier’s headquarters received a visit from the Buddy Bus, a mobile mammography bus which provides breast cancer detection services across Northeast Florida. Local news anchor, Jeannie Blaylock, joined the company for a Pink Party to celebrate survivorship and discuss the importance of both self-detection and early detection of breast cancer.

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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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Youth Unemployment in the Developing World Is a Jobs Problem

Stanford Social Innovation

By Kartik Akileswaran , Jonathan Mazumdar & Angela Perez Albertos “When I was preparing to come to Delhi for a job, everyone in the village laughed and asked how it was possible that my village education would find me a job in a big city," recalled a 22-year-old Tabassum Naaz in 2010. They probably assumed her credentials would be too humble to be of use.

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Tapestry Launches Women’s Employee Business Resource Group, Creating Space for the Intersectionality of Those Who Identify as Women and Their Allies

3BL Media

Last week marked an occasion for celebration and an opportunity for connection across the company – from New York City to London, Tokyo to Milan. Tapestry was proud to announce Women of Tapestry, the first global employee business resource group (EBRG) with leadership from around the world, representing women and their allies. Tapestry introduced this EBRG for the purpose of creating a space for the intersectionality of womanhood that respects unique identities, needs and lived experiences.

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Iberdrola - Iberdrola installs Spain's largest solar community that will enable 1,100 families to reduce their bills

Global Renewable News

Highlights The facility, located in the upcoming Nexum Retail Park in Fuenlabrada, will also have 13 dual ultra-fast and semi-fast chargers that allow up to 26 electric vehicles to be charged.

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Developing Tomorrow’s Innovators at Dow

3BL Media

Originally published in Dow's 2022 Progress Report Dow embraces the importance and value of investing in STEM education to help prepare and energize a diverse and robust future workforce. We do this by: Preparing and inspiring the next diverse generation of innovators, manufacturers, engineers and chemists. Reaching under-represented students to explore STEM fields and gain interest in real-world STEM careers.

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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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Porsche Signs Deal for Low Carbon Steel

ESG Today

Luxury sports car manufacturer Porsche AG announced today a new agreement with Swedish startup H2 Green Steel to supply up to 35,000 tonner per year of low-carbon steel, aimed at reducing the emissions footprint of Porsche vehicles. With shipments beginning in 2026, the agreement will account for a significant proportion of Porsche’s steel supply, with the company’s total steel usage in its vehicles reaching 200,000 tonnes last year.

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Promoting Employee Well-Being and Safety at IP

3BL Media

Originally published in International Paper's 2022 Sustainability Report Our Approach Our approach to fostering healthy people and communities covers internal imperatives — employee well-being; diversity and inclusion; and recruitment, development and retention — as well investing in the communities in which we live and work. Promote employee well-being and safety The health and safety of our people is our highest responsibility.

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Sustainable Bond Issuance on Track to Grow to $950 Billion in 2023, Despite Q3 Pullback: Moody’s

ESG Today

Issuance volumes of green, social, sustainability and sustainability-linked (GSSS) bonds pulled back sharply in Q3 2023, falling 26% year-over-year to $198 billion, slightly underperforming the global bond market’s 22% decline, after significantly outperforming the market in the first half of the year, according to a new report from Moody’s Investors Service.

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Albany Black Chamber of Commerce Awarded $200,000 Grant from KeyBank Foundation

3BL Media

The Albany Black Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) announced an award of $200,000 in grant funding from the KeyBank Foundation. The grant will support capacity-building initiatives that help grow and serve the Capital Region community, and support ABCC’s mission of facilitating economic upliftment by implementing a one-stop shop of resources, networking, and workshops to advance and empower black and minority-owned businesses and achieve greater economic prosperity in the Greater Capital Region.

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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.