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Australia’s main grid ends summer with a new big solar output record

Renew Economy

The last days of the summer season marked with more solar output records across the main grid, and in the Sunshine state. The post Australia’s main grid ends summer with a new big solar output record appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Driving Sustainability: Lenovo Innovates With Bamboo Fiber and Ocean-Bound Plastic To Revolutionize Packaging

3BL Media

Originally published in Lenovo's 2023/24 ESG Report Packaging Packaging has been identified as a significant environmental aspect under Lenovos EMS. Its packaging priorities focus on reducing packaging consumption and waste by: Increasing the use of recycled and renewable materials in packaging Increasing the use of bio-based materials Reducing the size of product packaging Expanding the use of bulk and reusable packaging solutions In FY 2023/24, Lenovos packaging objective was to minimize the m

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EnergyAustralia breaks ground on its first four-hour big battery in Victorian coal country

Renew Economy

EnergyAustralia turns the sod on its first four-hour big battery, and its biggest single project investment as it lays ground for its post-coal strategy. The post EnergyAustralia breaks ground on its first four-hour big battery in Victorian coal country appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Cummins HELM™ Platforms: Driving Efficiency and Reducing Emissions Across Multiple Fuel Options

3BL Media

Cummins Introducing Cummins HELM platforms In 2024, Cummins Inc. made an exciting announcement that will reshape the commercial transportation landscape. Cummins HELM Platforms are designed to help our customers reach their sustainability goals while meeting diverse business needs. HELM which stands for Higher Efficiency, Lower emissions and Multiple fuelsis a critical part of Cummins' broader Destination Zero strategy, which aims to reduce emissions and promote cleaner technologies across our p

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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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New Zealand is a poster child for industrial electrification. Can Australia follow suit?

Renew Economy

Australia could follow New Zealand's example to help industrial companies switch from gas to electricity. The post New Zealand is a poster child for industrial electrification. Can Australia follow suit? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Bacardi Launches Hospitality Accelerator Program To Elevate Bermuda’s Hospitality Professionals

3BL Media

HAMILTON, Bermuda, February 27, 2025 /3BL/ - Family-owned Bacardi, proudly announces the launch of its Hospitality Accelerator Program, an advanced training initiative designed to elevate industry professionals and strengthen Bermudas hospitality sector. In collaboration with the Bermuda Governments Department of Workforce Development, Bacardi is introducing this next-level program tailored for bartenders already working in the industry, further reinforcing career development and industry growth

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Cintas and GENYOUth Unite To Combat Student Hunger at Taste of the NFL

3BL Media

In the heart of vibrant New Orleans, where the streets were full of soulful jazz and scents of delectable cuisines, Cintas took part in the Taste of the NFL event through its partnership with GENYOUth to help support its goal of ending student hunger. Taste of the NFL is the largest philanthropic culinary event held each year in conjunction with "The Big Game.

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AGL ready to press go on first wind and battery project after getting approval for bigger turbines

Renew Economy

AGL revives a wind project it put on hold in favour of a coal strategy more than a decade ago, and adds bigger turbines and a big battery. The post AGL ready to press go on first wind and battery project after getting approval for bigger turbines appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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World's Leading CEOs Examine Purpose-Driven Leadership in Today’s Global Climate

3BL Media

NEW YORK, February 27, 2025 /3BL/ - Discussing purpose-driven leadership in todays global climate, leading CEOs who are a part of a coalition of more than 200 of the worlds largest companies collectively representing $9.6 trillion in annual revenue and $37 billion in total community investment attended Chief Executives for Corporate Purposes ( CECP) Board of Boards this week in New York, New York.

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Coffee concrete wins national research award

Sustainability Matters

RMIT Universitys coffee concrete inventors have won an award at Universities Australias Shaping Australia Awards in the Problem Solver category. Australia generates around 75,000 tonnes of ground coffee waste annually, contributing to 6.87 million tonnes of organic waste in landfills. Thiswaste accounts for 3%of the nations greenhouse gas emissions.

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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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Behind the Lens: How Taylore C.Y. Evans Turned a Passion into Her Profession

3BL Media

Originally published on GoDaddy Resource Library By Mark McCaffrey , Chief Financial Officer at GoDaddy Everything we do at GoDaddyfrom the products we create to the guidance we provideis rooted in empowering entrepreneurs. And what truly brings that mission to life for me is meeting those entrepreneurs. Hearing their stories firsthand is both inspiring and deeply insightful, helping us better support their success as small business owners.

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“We’re at an inflection point:” Nelson Review may move quickly on some energy market reforms

Renew Economy

Tim Nelson says three major themes have already emerged from submissions to the NEM market review, and how to use consumer resources is one of them. The post “We’re at an inflection point:” Nelson Review may move quickly on some energy market reforms appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Koalas' Catch-22

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

New research highlights the unique dilemma faced by Sydney's koala population. Populations in south-western Sydney are among the very few in New South Wales still free of chlamydia, a highly contagious disease causing infertility that has severely diminished populations elsewhere in the continent's eastern states. However, analysis of these koalas shows how vulnerable they are to environmental threats and outbreaks of disease.

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Bowen pushes ahead with 1.2 GW project in offshore wind zone Dutton has promised to scrap

Renew Economy

Development of Southern Ocean offshore wind zone that Peter Dutton promises to rescind moves ahead with federal Labor's blessing, while spooked developers hit pause in the Illawarra. The post Bowen pushes ahead with 1.2 GW project in offshore wind zone Dutton has promised to scrap 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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Seeking Partnership Closer to Home: How South-South Cooperation Empowers Businesses in Developing Markets

James Militzer

While all businesses worldwide face their fair share of trials and challenges, many businesses in the Global South must also navigate the complexities of economic volatility, infrastructure constraints and systemic inequalities. These challenges necessitate innovative and contextually relevant strategies for growth and sustainability. They also create a need for greater South-South cooperation.

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South Australia wind project gets planning approval after swapping to fewer but taller turbines

Renew Economy

A contested South Australia wind project gets planning approval for a new design that slashes turbine numbers in favour of taller and more powerful machines. The post South Australia wind project gets planning approval after swapping to fewer but taller turbines appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Regions Honors Lieutenant General A. C. Roper With Annual History in Motion Award During Black History Month

3BL Media

By Evelyn Mitchell | February 4, 2025 Overcoming obstacles. Inspiring teams. Empowering others. These experiences and priorities are foundational for Lieutenant General A.C. Roper an extraordinary leader and this years recipient of the Regions Bank History in Motion Award. Now in its 16 th year, the History in Motion Award honors distinguished Black leaders with ties to the companys home state of Alabama.

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Consumer attitudes and earlier coal closures: AEMO mulls scenario tweaks ahead of new grid blueprint

Renew Economy

AEMO flags potential forecast tweaks for consumer energy resources, the gas market, coal closures and EV uptake as it prepares input for its next grid blueprint. The post Consumer attitudes and earlier coal closures: AEMO mulls scenario tweaks ahead of new grid blueprint 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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Motorola Solutions Foundation Announces Another Record Year of Employee Volunteerism and Impact

3BL Media

CHICAGO, February 27, 2025 /3BL/ - The Motorola Solutions Foundation, the charitable and philanthropic arm of Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI), today announced its year-end results for 2024, setting a new company record with more than 105,000 employee volunteer hours that generated more than $3.5 million* in value to organizations around the world. The Foundation also provided $10.3 million in strategic grants to more than 170 organizations across 21 countries, supporting communities in need, as w

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Energy Insiders Podcast: Market changes could come quickly

Renew Economy

Tim Nelson discusses some options being considered by the NEM market review panel, and why his home battery is front of mind. Plus: Big news for pumped hydro and falling storage costs. The post Energy Insiders Podcast: Market changes could come quickly appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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CNH Closes Partnership With FIEMG Lab To Boost Open Innovation in Minas Gerais

3BL Media

CNHs brands, Case IH , New Holland , CASE Construction Equipment and New Holland Construction , have teamed up with FIEMG Lab, an open innovation HUB between industrial-technology startups and industries in Brazil, to boost innovation in the Minas Gerais market. The partnership, made official in February, is another collaboration signed between the company and the Brazilian innovation community.

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How to make sure big batteries are focused on helping the grid, not lining their owner’s profits

Renew Economy

Big batteries are booming in Germany but their role in aadvancing the energy transition appears to have been impeded by their increasing use for profit. The post How to make sure big batteries are focused on helping the grid, not lining their owner’s profits appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Entergy Wins 50th EEI Emergency Response Award

3BL Media

The company continues to be recognized for its response efforts The Edison Electric Institute recently awarded Entergy with its 50th Emergency Response Award, recognizing the dedication and excellence of our power restoration workers during and after Hurricane Francine. The Category 2 storm made landfall in Terrebonne Parish on September 11, packing sustained winds of approximately 100 miles per hour.

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Unlock the AI Skills to Transform Your Data Center with Cisco U.

Cisco CSR

Unlock your potential with Cisco U's AI essentials course. Dive into hands-on learning, engage with real-world applications, and earn valuable Continuing Education (CE) creditsfree until March 24, 2025.

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Duke Energy Expands Assistance Programs for Customers in Need

3BL Media

Duke Energy offers various assistance programs for low-income households, including bill credits, weatherization and free home energy assessments In 2024, nearly $90 million was provided in energy bill assistance to North Carolina customers, aiding over 114,000 households through programs like Share the Light Fund , Customer Assistance Program (CAP) and Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) CHARLOTTE, N.C., February 21, 2025 /3BL/ - Duke Energy is committed to serving its customers

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Scientists crack the code to longer-lasting perovskite solar technology

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Perovskite solar cells could last ten times longer thanks to new research, which suggests alumina nanoparticles significantly enhance the lifespan and stability of these high-efficiency energy devices.

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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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More Than 6,000 Athletes Engaged in Anti-Corruption Education Programmes at Gangwon 2024 and Paris 2024

3BL Media

International Olympic Committee news Over 6,000 athletes and members of their entourage have taken part in educational activities on the prevention of competition manipulation during 2024, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced on International Anti-Corruption Day (IACD). These activities took place during the Olympic Games Paris 2024 and the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) Gangwon 2024.

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The missing productivity ingredient: Investment in frontline talent

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Companies that give the same strategic thought to workforce investment that they do to capital investment can unleash operational excellence.

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The Digital HR Frontier

3BL Media

Authored by Baker Tillys Nathaniel Pease Unlock the future of human resources with our whitepaper, "The digital HR frontier." Discover how cutting-edge technologies like predictive AI, generative AI, machine learning and large language models are transforming HR practices. These innovations are not just enhancing talent acquisition, employee retention and workforce managementthey are revolutionizing the way organizations operate.

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An automotive tycoon, a prescient media pioneer, and a heart implant innovator

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Our February obituaries also include a nonagenarian Grammy winner, a cat therapist, and the cofounder of a Nobel Prizewinning physician group whose work touched 80 countries.

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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.