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Prime farmland goes up for sale, with option to reap the harvest from 13 wind turbines

Renew Economy

A Victorian farm hosting 13 wind turbines from the Mortlake South wind farm is up for sale – and the turbines are a key selling point. The post Prime farmland goes up for sale, with option to reap the harvest from 13 wind turbines appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Synopsys Releases 2023 ESG Report: Our Commitment to a Smart Future

3BL Media

Synopsys released its annual Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report highlighting environmental, social, and governance performance. Our Smart Future ESG strategy provides a focus and structure for how we manage our own operational impact and influence others around us to create a better world. We’re focused on reducing our own environmental footprint, and leveraging our expertise, resources, and problem-solving skills to inspire positive change throughout our ecosystem.

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Victoria’s biggest solar farm cleared for construction in “heart of the Latrobe Valley,” huge battery included

Renew Economy

A massive solar farm proposed for Victorian coal country has been given the green light by the state planning department, with provisions for an equally massive four-hour battery. The post Victoria’s biggest solar farm cleared for construction in “heart of the Latrobe Valley,” huge battery included appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Cascale and BGMEA Announce Collaboration for Supply Chain Transformation

3BL Media

AMSTERDAM, HONG KONG, and Oakland, Calif., September 10, 2024 /3BL/ - Today, Cascale, the global nonprofit alliance formerly known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, and the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at advancing sustainability and promoting environmental and socially responsible practices within the apparel sector.

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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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“We’re going to have to innovate the s**t out of this:” Forum urges fresh thinking on climate

Renew Economy

Leading thinkers call for Australia to stop relying on selling emissions-laden resources for prosperity and turn the focus to renewables, hydrogen and science-backed action. The post “We’re going to have to innovate the s**t out of this:” Forum urges fresh thinking on climate appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Power Source: Regions and a Community Partner Create Job Opportunities in Memphis

3BL Media

By Kim Borges Regions Bank supports workforce development programs that help people get ready to succeed in well-paying jobs. One of those programs is conducted by Peer Power Foundation in Memphis, Tennessee, a tutoring and mentoring nonprofit Regions supports financially and through the volunteerism of Regions Private Wealth Management leader Lance Cowles.

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Southern Company Issues 2023 Sustainability Summary

3BL Media

Southern Company today issued its 2023 Sustainability Summary report. "Southern Company’s primary responsibility is to provide our customers with clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy. Balancing these priorities to help ensure the long-term sustainability of our businesses for the benefit of customers and communities is complex," said Chris Womack, chairman of the board, president and CEO of Southern Company.

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New Zealand solar spree continues, with two new large-scale projects approved

Renew Economy

British renewables developer Harmony Energy secures consent to build two new solar farms on New Zealand’s North Island. The post New Zealand solar spree continues, with two new large-scale projects approved appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Albertsons Companies Foundation Launches the Million Hour Volunteer Rally To Support Local Nonprofits and Neighbors in Need

3BL Media

Albertsons Companies, Inc., in collaboration with the Albertsons Companies Foundation, today announced the Million Hour Volunteer Rally to help neighbors in need. Customers, associates and partners are invited to join the company’s Nourishing Neighbors charitable program on the mission to end hunger by collectively contributing one million volunteer hours to various nonprofit organizations across the country.

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Battery Breakthrough: Arena seeks feedback on design of $523m funding scheme

Renew Economy

Arena seeks feedback on how best to proceed with federal Labor's $523 million bid to supercharge Australia’s battery manufacturing sector. The post Battery Breakthrough: Arena seeks feedback on design of $523m funding scheme 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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Building a Safer Future: Covia’s Commitment to Safety

3BL Media

Today, September 10, 2024, all Covia locations are participating in a company-wide Safety Day. The 2024 theme is Emergency Preparedness to ensure that Covia team members are exceptionally prepared to respond to any emergency. Sites will participate in emergency response simulations, annual safety performance reviews and discussions on policy and procedure changes.

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European Energy extends its reach in Australia with purchase of two shovel-ready solar farms

Renew Economy

European Energy Australia is buying up two solar projects from Swede OX2, as the ex-Shell assets continue to move through the market. The post European Energy extends its reach in Australia with purchase of two shovel-ready solar farms appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Sappi To Showcase Its Many Exceptional High-Quality Products at This Year’s Labelexpo Americas

3BL Media

Sappi, a leading manufacturer of speciality papers, will be introducing its extensive portfolio at the upcoming Labelexpo Americas in Chicago between 10 and 12 September 2024. Visitors to the Sappi stand (457) – with its ‘Renewable, reliable, ready’ theme – will experience highlights such as the Sol BCK release liner, designed for a significantly reduced carbon footprint and enhanced recyclability and LusterCote SG a premium face stock designed for high-end pressure sensitive label applications.

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Methane emissions are at new highs. It could put us on a dangerous climate path

Renew Economy

Fourth global methane budget shows emissions of this potent greenhouse gas are still rising rapidly. This is bad news, but not an impossible problem. The post Methane emissions are at new highs. It could put us on a dangerous climate path appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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The Power of Mechanization: New Holland Tractors in Fruit Production in Chile

3BL Media

In Freire, a commune in the Province of Cautín, southern Chile, Julián Seco López, a commercial engineer, chooses New Holland's blue machines for his family fruit project focused on the production of European hazelnuts. New Holland , a CNH brand, offers a broad portfolio of products ideal for various applications. With a seasonal production that exceeds 300 thousand tons and an average that, as of this year, begins to exceed two thousand kg per hectare, Julián's fruit project focuses on achievin

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CEOs Are Deprioritizing Sustainability as it Becomes More Important to Consumers, Corporate Buyers: Bain Survey

ESG Today

Sustainability is falling behind other pressing issues on the prioritization list of CEOs globally, at the same time that consumers become increasingly focused on climate change and personal impact, and as corporate buyers are shifting their buying preferences to more sustainable products and suppliers, according to a new report released by global management consultancy Bain & Company.

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Acclaimed Higher Education Leader Dr. Daniel Greenstein Joins Baker Tilly’s Higher Education Advisory Practice

3BL Media

HARRISBURG, Penn., September 10, 2024 /3BL/ - Leading advisory, tax and assurance firm Baker Tilly announces the addition of Daniel Greenstein to its higher education advisory practice, effective Nov. 1. A respected national leader with a distinguished career in higher education, Greenstein brings his vision and expertise to Baker Tilly at a pivotal moment in U.S. higher education, reinforcing the firm’s ability to help institutions meet today’s complex challenges.

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Methane emissions are rising faster than ever

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Methane concentrations in Earth's atmosphere increased at record speed over the past five years. At least two-thirds of annual methane emissions now come from human activities, including fossil fuel use, agriculture, and landfills and other waste.

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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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Kohler Interns Volunteer Across Kohler, Wisconsin

3BL Media

To celebrate National Intern Day, our rockstar interns and co-ops traded in their laptops for work gloves! More than 70 volunteers from Kohler, WI, rolled up their sleeves to help local organizations including Terry Andrae State Park, RCS Empowers, Inc. , Project Angel Hugs, Nourish Farms, Inc. , and the Sheboygan Historical Museum. They also celebrated the day with a putting challenge at Blackwolf Run golf course, networking lunch, and a panel discussion with Kohler associates who started as in

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Summer storms are stronger and more frequent over urban areas

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Summer storms are generally more frequent, intense and concentrated over cities than over rural areas, according to new, detailed observations of eight cities and their surroundings. The results could change how city planners prepare for floods in their cities, especially as urban areas expand and as climate change alters global weather patterns.

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Building Accessibility Into Our Mixed Reality Products

3BL Media

Takeaways We recently partnered with people with disabilities and disability advocates to integrate accessibility into our mixed reality technology. We believe the best products are built by working with the communities we serve. We recently invited people with disabilities and accessibility advocates to co-design solutions with our product teams to enhance the accessibility of mixed reality technology.

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Due to humans, Salish Sea waters are too noisy for resident orcas to hunt successfully

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

New research has revealed how underwater noise produced by humans may help explain why southern resident orca populations have not recovered from historic lows. The team reports that underwater noise pollution -- from both large and small vessels -- forces northern and southern resident orcas to expend more time and energy hunting for fish. The din also lowers the overall success of their hunting efforts.

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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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Gaming for a Cause: Humble Bundle Partners With Action Against Hunger

3BL Media

Globally, 733 million people go to bed hungry every night. Eliminating hunger is more vital than ever before, but it’s only possible if we work together. Action Against Hunger is proud to join forces with Humble Bundle , a digital storefront for video games, books, and software, to ensure every life is well-nourished. Humble selected Action Against Hunger as its featured charity partner, marking ten years of collaboration and support.

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What's really 'fueling' harmful algae in Florida's lake Okeechobee?

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Historically, Lake Okeechobee was thought to be impaired only by phosphorus, focusing efforts on reducing agricultural runoff. However, new comprehensive sampling across the Lake Okeechobee Waterway and its connected estuaries shows that toxic algal blooms also are driven by rising nitrogen levels from human waste and urban runoff. Increased nitrogen, worsened by extreme rainfall, significantly fuels bloom severity.

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New Video Series Exploring Innovation Around the World Now Available From Boeing and Discovery Education

3BL Media

CHARLOTTE, N.C., September 10, 2024 /3BL/ - Discovery Education and Boeing are partnering to present a new virtual experience – Passport to Innovation – introducing students to Boeing employees creating the latest generation of innovative aerospace products. This five-part virtual video topic series (VTS) is part of FUTURE U , an award-winning program that provides standards-aligned, hands-on, experiential learning resources that ignite excitement and inspire students to become tomorrow's innova

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Innovative research unveils news path to ethanol production from CO2

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Researchers have introduced a novel method for converting the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide (CO2) into ethanol, a sustainable fuel. This significant advancement could pave the way for more environmentally friendly and economically viable alternatives to fossil fuels.

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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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The GORE-TEX Brand: The Iconic Ingredient Brand’s Journey to Responsible Performance (Part 2)

3BL Media

Enabling circular economy is one key element to solve the challenges of the apparel & footwear industry. In the second part of the HeroInside podcast, Gore Fabrics Global Business Leader Achim Loeffler talks about the role of the GORE-TEX Brand as a leading ingredient brand to transition towards Responsible Performance i.e. elevating the commitment to sustainability to the same high level as the commitment to performance.

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How to Stop the AG-onizing Resistance to US Climate Policy

Energy Central

This article was first published on Civil Notion In the melee that marks the 2024 election year, it is easy to lose focus on down-ballot candidates that have as much—perhaps more—influence over US climate policy as the presidential contenders. Who are these influencers? Naturally, they’re the lawyers! But not just any lawyers. I’m speaking here of state attorneys.

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Stepping Up for a Cause with HARMAN Partner Charity Miles

3BL Media

Originally published on HARMAN Newsroom At HARMAN, we have long been committed to giving back to the communities in which we live and operate in meaningful ways. For National Nonprofit Day and every day, we’re proud to recognize the impact of our global cause initiative HARMAN Inspired’s partnership with Charity Miles , a free health and fitness app that enables users to turn every mile they walk, run, bike, or otherwise move into charitable donations.

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Researchers develop innovative method to simplify manufacturing process of cellular ceramics

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A study has developed an innovative method that overcomes the limitations of traditional additive manufacturing (3D printing), significantly simplifying and accelerating the production of geometrically complex cellular ceramics. This groundbreaking approach has the potential to revolutionize the design and processing of multifarious ceramic materials, opening up new possibilities for new applications in energy, electronics, and biomedicine, including robotics, solar cells, sensors, battery elect

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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.