Renew Economy
JULY 23, 2024
Surge in wholesale electricity prices in June quarter highlights the problem of digging in with ageing coal plants and fossil gas generation. The post Costly gas, coal outages and generator bidding lead to big jump in electricity prices in June quarter appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
JULY 23, 2024
STAMFORD, Conn., July 23, 2024 /3BL/ - Oscar winner Matt Damon narrates In the Company of Heroes , a 22-minute feature honoring the American men and women who risked and sacrificed their lives 80 years ago today -- June 6, 1944 -- during World War II’s Normandy landings on D-Day. Watch a Preview of 'In the Company of Heroes' The feature, produced by David Picker and Ron Vaccaro , is set to premiere later this summer during NBCUniversal’s coverage of the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
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Renew Economy
JULY 23, 2024
The Australian Academy for Technological Sciences and Engineering has joined other scientific, engineering and energy experts in describing the federal Coalition's nuclear power plan as too slow and too risky. The post Too slow and too risky, and waste won’t fit in a coke can – engineers debunk Coalition nuclear plan appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
JULY 23, 2024
Delmarva Power is powering local communities in ways that go beyond reliable energy service through environmental stewardship and resiliency grants for nonprofits and municipalities throughout the company’s service area in Delaware and Maryland.
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.
Renew Economy
JULY 23, 2024
Australia could stake a massive claim on the world's booming critical minerals market, a report has found, but only if policymakers, researchers, mining firms and investors act quickly. The post CSIRO says Australia must act quickly to secure share of global minerals market for wind, solar and EVs appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
JULY 23, 2024
OVERLAND PARK, Kan., July 23 2024 /3BL/ — The Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department (WASD) recently selected Black & Veatch, a global leader in critical infrastructure, to provide design and engineering services for renewal and replacement projects at its three wastewater treatment plants. The project, comprised of major upgrades to critical elements of the three treatment plants, includes the plants’ biological processes, filtration and disinfection systems, electrical generation buildings
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3BL Media
JULY 23, 2024
Cascale, formerly known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, is thrilled to announce the addition of three new members in the second quarter of 2024. Committed to driving collective action towards a more sustainable, equitable, and restorative consumer goods industry, Cascale represents over 300 organizations worldwide. The organization’s membership spans various sectors, including apparel, footwear, textiles, home furnishings, outdoor sporting goods, and bags and luggage.
Renew Economy
JULY 23, 2024
Updated: Farmers vote in favour of nuclear power plants at two NSW sites, but reject move to stop new solar and wind projects. The post Farmers vote in favour of nuclear plants, but oppose ban on new wind and solar appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
JULY 23, 2024
National Logistics Day was June 28th. Join us in celebrating our logistics professionals who play a vital role in ensuring each specimen is treated like a life and delivered to our labs across the country. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to our purpose of working together to create a healthier world, one life at a time. From scanning requisitions in Processing to Logistics Supervisor 16 years at Quest Great Midwest Region - Denver, Colorado Q: What did you initially want out of your
Renew Economy
JULY 23, 2024
Big solar and battery project - flagged as first hybrid to be connected to Victoria's transmission lines - says it has AEMO connection approval. The post Massive solar and battery hybrid project – dubbed first of its kind – secures grid approval appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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
3BL Media
JULY 23, 2024
See how Paramount and Nickelodeon are teaming up to champion sustainability in honor of SpongeBob’s 25th anniversary! With last week kicking of SpongeBob’s 25th anniversary, Paramount, Paramount Consumer Products & Experiences, and Nickelodeon have committed to removing 5M pounds of ocean-bound plastic and debris from our waterways by 2027. Paramount launched the Act Like A Sponge campaign is an extension of SpongeBob’s 25th anniversary celebration, where kids—and kids at heart—are encourage
Renew Economy
JULY 23, 2024
The influence of big batteries on the grid doubled in morning and evening peaks, and revenue also grew, helped along by being paid to charge when prices fall below zero. The post Battery storage doubles its influence in morning and evening peaks appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
JULY 23, 2024
Originally published in American Airlines' 2023 Sustainability Report Safety is an issue that’s been front and center in the airline industry recently. How is American responding? Safety is always at the forefront of everything we do at American, and it’s part of my job every day. When American first developed it, our Safety Management System literally set the standard for our industry, and it continues to guide how we rigorously and consistently integrate safety across our operations.
Renew Economy
JULY 23, 2024
One hundred Tesla Megabucks trucked in for installation at landmark battery project in north-west Victoria. The post Edify trucks in 100 Tesla Megabucks for final leg of landmark battery project 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.
3BL Media
JULY 23, 2024
Originally published on Built From Scratch This year marks 25 years of Home Depot associates taking care of one another during tough times through The Homer Fund , a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides financial assistance to associates facing an unforeseen financial hardship. “When it came to basic expenses, I had to worry about nothing,” shares Latoya, a 22-year store associate and grant recipient.
Renew Economy
JULY 23, 2024
A push for farmers to oppose new renewable solar and wind projects in NSW has been quashed. The post Farmers reject push to oppose new wind and solar projects appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
JULY 23, 2024
Every year, the Atlantic hurricane season casts a long shadow, a time when coastal communities brace for potential devastation. But for the past two decades, FedEx and Direct Relief have been working together to turn preparedness into action. “We’ve formed a powerful partnership that delivers critical aid exactly where and when it's needed most” said April Britt, Director, FedEx Global Citizenship.
Renew Economy
JULY 23, 2024
Efforts by network companies to control operation of mid-scale batteries has big implications for the energy market and energy affordability. The post It’s time to put “community” back into community batteries appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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
3BL Media
JULY 23, 2024
Originally published by Jazz Pharmaceuticals In celebration of Pride Month , we were joined by Celia Sandhya Daniels (she/they) who led an insightful discussion aimed at educating, raising awareness and calling for understanding and allyship by shedding light on her lived experiences and the challenges she’s faced as a trans woman living in India and the U.S.
Renew Economy
JULY 23, 2024
Cold weather, record demand, less wind, coal outages and a big dependence on gas combined to send average market prices jumping higher in the latest quarter. The post Gas power and coal outages lead to big jump in wholesale electricity prices in June quarter appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
JULY 23, 2024
Covia is pleased to announce the recipients of the Aspire Scholarship, which aims to assist dependents of Covia employees in pursuing their higher education goals. This scholarship program, in collaboration with CollegeNow and the Cleveland Foundation, has selected five deserving individuals to receive financial support for their academic endeavors.
Renew Economy
JULY 23, 2024
More than 2.6 million people live in apartment buildings. What if they want to buy an EV and charge it? Jeff Sykes from Solar Choice explains. The post The Driven Podcast: How to charge EVs in apartment buildings appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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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
JULY 23, 2024
No country can make every medicine people need, and no medicine is made in every country. If a country or region relies on supply only from within their region and they experience a crisis, there is a risk people won’t get the medicines they need, when they need them. A secure supply of medicines from multiple regions and countries around the world is more reliable and at less risk of being disrupted.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
JULY 23, 2024
In the crowded urban landscape, where small electric vehicles -- primarily scooters and bicycles -- have transformed short distance travel, researchers are reporting a major national surge in accidents tied to 'micromobility.
3BL Media
JULY 23, 2024
DALLAS, Texas, July 23, 2024 /3BL/ - Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in corporate sustainability and advocacy, today released its 2024 Sustainability Report. The report—which is organized by environmental, social, and economic impact—underscores the company’s commitment to creating and nurturing a business model that enriches women’s lives and supports communities while protecting our planet.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
JULY 23, 2024
Researchers working at the forefront of an emerging photovoltaic (PV) technology are thinking ahead about how to scale, deploy, and design future solar panels to be easily recyclable. Solar panels made of perovskites may eventually play an important role amid global decarbonization efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. As the technology emerges from the testing stages, it is a perfect time to think critically about how best to design the solar panels to minimize their impact on the environ
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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
JULY 23, 2024
Creating spaces for social connection and fostering a sense of belonging at the workplace is important to drive the overall wellness of its people. This is the approach that Bacardi in China took following pandemic lockdowns and an accelerated digitization of the world which can interfere with human connection. That journey, which continues today, earned Bacardi an award from Mercer, a leading professional consulting firm specializing in employee health and welfare, during the Mercer China Healt
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
JULY 23, 2024
Chemists have developed a rapid electrothermal mineralization (REM) process, which in seconds can remediate the accumulation of synthetic chemicals that can contaminate soil and the environment.
3BL Media
JULY 23, 2024
MILAN, July 23, 2024 /3BL/ - The Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change (CMCC) in Lecce renews its collaboration with Lenovo for the installation of a powerful new HPC (High Performance Computing) system that will support climate change research by providing increased processing capabilities and optimizing energy use for the operation of the high-capacity computing infrastructure.
ESG Today
JULY 23, 2024
Climate-tech startup CarbonBlue announced that it has raised $10 million in a seed funding round, with proceeds to be used to scale up and deploy its water-based Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) technology. Founded in 2022 in Israel, CarbonBlue provides technology to turn any water-based infrastructure into a CDR facility by removing CO2 from water, enabling it to absorb more from the atmosphere.
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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.
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