GreenBiz

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Under the Inflation Reduction Act, sustainability professionals can tap into tax credits to boost sustainability budgets.

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DECEMBER 13, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., December 13, 2023 /3BL/ - Growing demand for electric vehicles is reshaping manufacturing supply chains, according to a new report by DP World and Canary Media’s Canary Creative. “ Navigating the Opportunities and Challenges of an Electric Vehicle-Centric Manufacturing Supply Chain ” offers an analysis of the rapidly evolving landscape of the automotive industry as it transitions towards electric vehicles (EVs).

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GreenBiz

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Scientists agree carbon removal technology is necessary to mitigate the climate crisis — but it needs more investment.

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Renew Economy

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Clean energy investors slam delays for renewable and storage projects in NSW, noting that the only wind farm approved in the last five years took nearly a decade to get over the line. The post “A decade is far too long:” Major investors slam planning delays in NSW appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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GreenBiz

DECEMBER 13, 2023

It’s rare to find a company that perfectly closes the loop, but it’s valuable to embrace the diversity of circular solutions.

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Renew Economy

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Telstra signs PPA for new solar farm in Queensland to take its total renewable contracts to the equivalent of all its annual electricity consumption. The post Telstra signs up new Bundaberg solar farm to take it to 100% renewable mark appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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DECEMBER 13, 2023

The overriding question the world now faces is whether the broad commitments nations agreed to are enough as climate change gathers pace. The answer, alarmingly, is no. The post COP28 deal suggests days of fossil fuels are numbered – but climate catastrophe is not yet averted appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 13, 2023

LAS VEGAS, December 13, 2023 /3BL/ - Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS ) was again recognized on the Dow Jones Sustainability™ Indices (DJSI), with placement on the DJSI World Index for the fourth consecutive year and the DJSI North America Index for the eighth time. Sands China Ltd., the company’s Asian subsidiary, was named to the DJSI World and DJSI Asia Pacific indices for the second consecutive year.

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Renew Economy

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Astonishingly, in the 30 year history of the UN COP climate negotiations, renewables have never gotten a mention. Now they are acknowledged as central to the switch from fossil fuels. The post All over bar the shouting: Fossil fuels finally named and shamed by COP as climate culprit appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 13, 2023

International Paper sources the majority of its wood from the U.S. South where an estimated 1.8 million families privately own most of the forestland. Most private landowners’ land is not certified because of the general view that the benefit is not worth the cost and effort. Because of this, IP needed to change our procurement strategy and due diligence to demonstrate alignment with forest certification standards while meeting the expectations of our customers and assuring consumers that active

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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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Renew Economy

DECEMBER 13, 2023

IEEFA report says first round of CIS battery projects will leave no space for Eraring, but Chris Bowen will need a lot more wind and solar than he is planning now to reach his 82 pct renewables target. The post No space for Eraring, but Bowen will need more wind and solar to meet 2030 target appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Gen Blog | Community By Kim Allman Head of Corporate Responsibility and Public Policy 2023 was a year of firsts for our Social Impact program. We hosted our first ever Global Volunteer Day as Gen, uniting team members around the world in one massive day of service. We debuted new tools to help children and families develop Cyber Safety skills and launched a pioneering guide for LGBTQ+ young people to navigate the digital world safely.

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Renew Economy

DECEMBER 13, 2023

AEMO says more gas power might be needed to cover early coal closures, but predicts longer term decline as wind, solar and storage over growing demand for electrification. The post AEMO says more gas needed in W.A. to cover coal exits and electrification, but maybe not appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Water, a fundamental and precious resource, is at the center of sustainability and crucial to Mary Kay’s manufacturing process. As a global sustainability advocate, Mary Kay is committed to creating and implementing sustainability initiatives related to water at its global manufacturing facility in Lewisville, Texas. This year, Mary Kay launched an employee Water Steering Committee responsible for identifying and implementing opportunities for water reduction and good water governance.

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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.

Renew Economy

DECEMBER 13, 2023

One of the most contested wind projects in NSW wins planning approval from department, just the second wind project in five years in the state. But it still has another hurdle to jump. The post Hills of Gold: Contested New England wind farm wins planning approval appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Originally published in Quest Diagnostics Corporate Responsibility Report 2022 2025/2026 Goals Implement a waste-to-energy strategy to divert from landfills’ waste from several of our laboratory locations by 2025 Reduce or eliminate shipped medical waste from at least 4 of our laboratory locations by installing on-site treatment technology by 2025 Waste reduction We have a multi-pronged approach to waste reduction.

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Renew Economy

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Bowen says COP28 agreement is a "big deal", with a clear warning to fossil fuels that the world is committed to transition to clean energy. But will it be quick enough? The post “Read the text:” Bowen’s warning to fossil fuel industry as COP finally embraces transition appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Co-founded by longtime Frito-Lay employee Chris Wallace, MAN UP Mentoring is an Orlando-based nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering at-risk youth through mentorship programs, educational support, and character development. With an organizational motto, penned by Frederick Douglass, “It is easier to empower youth; than to repair broken men,” the organization aims to cultivate responsible leaders and positive role models within the community.

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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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Renew Economy

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Countries agreed to ‘transition away’ from fossil fuels, but oil and gas firms are ramping up production. The post The COP28 climate agreement is a step backwards on fossil fuels appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 13, 2023

December 13, 2023 /3BL/ - Ceres applauds world leaders for reaching a final negotiated Global Stocktake at COP28 that recognizes the need for deep, rapid, and sustained reductions in greenhouse gas pollution in line with the Paris Agreement. Limiting average temperature rise to no more than 1.5 degrees Celsius will require all nations to act even more swiftly and ambitiously.

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Global Renewable News

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Participants from 28 States and Territories will Convene for 6 Months to Learn about Energy Resilience, Buildings Efficiency, and Electric Vehicle Infrastructure from Each Other and National Labor.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Originally published on HARMAN Newsroom NORTHRIDGE, Calif., December 13, 2023 /3BL/ — HARMAN Professional Solutions, the global leader in audio, lighting, and video and control technologies, announced it has completed the previously announced acquisition of FLUX SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (“FLUX::”). The purchase includes FLUX::’s immersive, processing, and analysis solutions across live production, installation sound, content creation, and post-production.

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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

McKinsey Sustainabilty

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Serving on a corporate board can open new career vistas while rounding out your skills and experience. But how do you join one? Here are six steps to becoming a board member.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 13, 2023

BETHESDA, Md., December 13, 2023 /3BL/ - WHC (Wildlife Habitat Council) offers a new white paper available for download today, The Corporate Nature-Positive Journey | Private Sector Biodiversity Methodologies, From Strategy to Implementation. The white paper is available for free on our website. It has become clear that the world is facing a biodiversity crisis in tandem with both a climate and pollution crisis.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Discover how our authors’ words inspired our designers’ most creative choices, offering a hopeful view of a future fueled by sustainable, inclusive growth.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 13, 2023

As originally published by GoDaddy’s Venture Forward research initiative The big fact: *Microbusiness density in Colorado remains largely steady, despite the economic swings over the last four years, according to GoDaddy Venture Forward. Higher income: Colorado microbusiness owners surveyed make more money than the average United States microbusiness owner, with 58% making $2,500 or more monthly revenue from their business, compared to 51% of the overall survey population.

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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.

McKinsey Sustainabilty

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Explore some of our most visually engaging, “only McKinsey” insights of 2023—brought to life with innovative, interactive forms of storytelling.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Originally published by Paramount In 2021, Paramount Insights surveyed 15,000 consumers across the world to understand their perceptions of the state of on-screen representation and diversity. The resulting study, Reflecting Me , found that audiences craved better representation both on- and off-screen. Two years later, as part of our Content for Change initiative, we set out to refresh our understanding and build upon those findings.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Accurately counting manatee aggregations within a region is crucial yet challenging. Harnessing the power of AI, researchers are using a deep learning-based crowd counting approach to automatically count the number of manatees in a designated region, using images captured from CCTV cameras, which are readily available, as input. The pioneering study not only addresses the technical challenges of counting in complex outdoor environments but also offers potential ways to aid endangered species.

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3BL Media

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Innovation is changing the agricultural landscape to lead us into a new age of food production. For a look into how new technologies are affecting the future of farming, Hormel Foods asked Ithaca College Assistant Professor Dominique Saint Malo to share her insights on developments in the industry. Note: Hormel Foods does not endorse companies mentioned in this report.

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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.