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Duke Energy Supports Western North Carolina Recovery Efforts With $500,000 in Grants to Local Nonprofits

3BL Media

Funding will support home rebuilding, debris removal, mental health services and other community needs Grants of $25,000 each awarded to 20 high-impact local nonprofits focused on long-term recovery CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 15, 2025 /3BL/ - As part of its commitment to supporting a full recovery in western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene, Duke Energy Foundation has announced $500,000 in new funding to 20 local nonprofits.

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Ageing coal plants will be unavailable to supply power 34 pct of the time, new data suggests

Renew Economy

"Sweating" Australia's aged coal-fired generators past their use-by date risks shortfalls in supply equivalent to cutting power to around 2 million typical households, new report finds. The post Ageing coal plants will be unavailable to supply power 34 pct of the time, new data suggests appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How Professional Development Turned Two Educators Into School Leaders

3BL Media

Verizon Embracing technology in the classroom doesnt come naturally to all teachers. But for two Verizon Innovative Learning School Coaches Jennifer Doherty at William Sheppard Middle School in San Jose, California, and Dr. RoseMarie McCandless at the Grace M. James Academy of Excellence in Louisville, Kentucky a passion for tech integration and supporting other teachers became the cornerstone of their professional careers.

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Solar has taken a big bite out of Queensland coal’s lunch, now wind is eating into its midnight snack

Renew Economy

Queensland's coal generators have long been used to seeing coal eat their midday lunch, now they are seeing wind take their midnight snacks as well. The post Solar has taken a big bite out of Queensland coal’s lunch, now wind is eating into its midnight snack appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Baker Tilly Case Study: Environmental Services Company Saves Time and Improves Project Management Accuracy With Project Intelligence

3BL Media

Client background For more than 30 years, Northeast Technical Services (NTS), a full-service engineering firm, has provided environmental services to their clients. Today, 50 employees provide consulting, engineering and data management to industrial and governmental clients. To better understand and track the utilization of its employees, NTS implemented Baker Tillys Project Intelligence project profitability software to better analyze projects and employee performance as well as improve decisi

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NSW begins major road upgrades to deliver huge turbine blades and “oversize” gear to renewable zones

Renew Economy

State government announces major road upgrades in response to local council concerns about road congestion from transport of giant turbine blades. The post NSW begins major road upgrades to deliver huge turbine blades and “oversize” gear to renewable zones appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Coalition’s coal agenda will be the cause of the blackouts they wish on renewables

Renew Economy

The Coalition's renewable-caused blackout apocalypse never materialised - but by putting rusting coal plants on life support it might just all come true. The post Coalition’s coal agenda will be the cause of the blackouts they wish on renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Gilead Sciences: Advancing Oncology Care Through Gilead's Research Scholars Program

3BL Media

As a medical oncologist who has practiced in three different countries, Dr. Maria Alice Franzoi is well acquainted with various healthcare systems and has a keen interest in researching patient-centered care models and innovative digital healthcare tools. I really think that technology can help us move the healthcare system to be more proactive, says Maria.

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Another gigawatt hour added to Brisbane battery to make it biggest in Australia

Renew Economy

Supernode battery will be the biggest in Australia after Queensland state owned generator signed massive new off take, despite government's support of coal. The post Another gigawatt hour added to Brisbane battery to make it biggest in Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Mastercard: Harking Back to the Inca’s Golden Past To Plant a Greener Future

3BL Media

Mastercard As Peruvian biologist Constantino Aucca Chutas sat chewing coca leaves with a local elder high in the Andes, his companion pointed to a peak known as Demon Mountain and shared how its rocky slopes were once snow-covered. The elder explained how Pachamama, or Mother Earth, grew so annoyed with humans that she stopped sending snow. Planting trees was the only way to harness much-needed water for the farmers in the valleys below.

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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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Safeguard Mechanism far from perfect, but a good start after a decade of climate denial

Renew Economy

While it's far from perfect, the Safeguard Mechanism's first compliance report suggests it's helping solve Australia's decarbonisation challenge. The post Safeguard Mechanism far from perfect, but a good start after a decade of climate denial appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Net Impact, PG&E Host Careers-Oriented Convening With a Vision To Decarbonize California

3BL Media

The organizations will convene professionals and students in downtown San Francisco for SF Climate Week, an event series focused on climate action and innovation. The event will feature senior leaders from PG&E, as well as professionals working across roles with EVs, energy, and decarbonization to discuss their career paths. SAN FRANCISCO, April 15, 2025 /3BL/ - Net Impact, a global community of students and professionals, is proud to announce our upcoming event in partnership with Pacific G

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SwitchedOn podcast: How solar gardens can deliver PV benefits to renters

Renew Economy

A community energy project that provides grass-roots finance for utility scale solar, and renters and apartment dwellers to participate in the solar revolution and cut their energy bills. The post SwitchedOn podcast: How solar gardens can deliver PV benefits to renters appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Boehringer Ingelheim Launches New Edition of ‘Imagine’: A Global Hub for Sustainability Stories

3BL Media

With the second edition of Imagine , Boehringer Ingelheim highlights its commitment and progress in enhancing health for people, animals, communities, and the planet through its 'Sustainable Development for Generations' strategy, driving sustainability initiatives worldwide. Leadership perspective: Maria Tereno, Chief Sustainability & Culture Officer and Felix Gutsche, Head of Corporate Strategy & Consulting, discuss advancing sustainability in healthcare through collaboration and innova

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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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Studying how seals adapt to extreme environments could lead to benefits in human reproductive health

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Wild animals that have acquired adaptions to maximize their reproductive output in some of the world's most extreme conditions may provide answers to some of the most pressing problems in the field of human reproductive health. A new journal article examines how the study of seals in particular can benefit human health, and synthesizes various research on the topic.

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Wells Fargo Innovation Incubator Celebrates First Round of Pilot Awards in the Scalable Tech Program

3BL Media

DENVER, April 15, 2025 /3BL/ - The Wells Fargo Innovation Incubator (IN2), a $55-million technology program funded by Wells Fargo & Company and coadministered by the U.S. Department of Energys National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), announced the recipients of a pool of $750,000 in pilot funding as part of its inaugural Scalable Tech Track.

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Fluoride boosts water-processed perovskite solar cells

Sustainability Matters

A research team at Queensland University of Technology ( QUT ) has developed an eco-friendly method to fabricate perovskite solar cells (PSC) by incorporating a fluoride additive into a water-based solution. Large-scale commercialisation of PSCs has been limited by environmental and health risks linked to the use of toxic organic solvents in the fabrication process.

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Las Vegas Sands Continues Underwriting for National Hispanic Institute’s Las Vegas Program in a New Three-Year Engagement

3BL Media

Published by Las Vegas Sands on February 4, 2025 Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS ) will contribute nearly $350,000 for the 2024-2025 through 2026-2027 academic years to the National Hispanic Institute (NHI), continuing its Sands Cares support of the transformational leadership development program for Latino high school students in Las Vegas. The new Sands Cares funding builds on the previous three-year grant , which provided the seed investment for NHI to establish a presence in Las Vegas and annual

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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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Growing wildflowers on disused urban land can damage bee health

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Wildflowers growing on land previously used for buildings and factories can accumulate lead, arsenic and other metal contaminants from the soil, which are consumed by pollinators as they feed, a new study has found.

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New Holland Construction Celebrates 75 Years in Brazil With Investment in Innovation and Customer Experience

3BL Media

New Holland Construction , CNH 's construction equipment brand, celebrates 75 years of operation in Brazil. Present in all states, with a network of dealerships structured to serve customers with excellence, the brand celebrates more than seven decades contributing to the development and progress of the region. The brand is now established in Minas Gerais , where its factory is located , in Contagem and the Customer Experience Center, in Sarzedo, recently inaugurated with an investment of R$12 m

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From Deployment to Visibility: Cisco Secure Client’s Cloud Transformation

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Cisco Secure Client can now be deployed and managed via Client Management in Cisco XDR.

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Ancestry Publishes 2024 Annual Impact Report, Highlighting Corporate Commitments & Progress

3BL Media

Ancestry, the global leader in family history, today published its 2024 Impact Report. The report demonstrates how Ancestry is focused on enhancing its products and leveraging its resources to create a positive impact on people, communities and our planet. From reducing our carbon emissions to expanding our global reach through innovation and meaningful community partnerships, our 2024 Impact Report highlights Ancestrys continued commitment to preserving the past and shaping a brighter future, s

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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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New pollen-replacing food for honey bees brings new hope for survival

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Scientists have unveiled a new food source designed to sustain honey bee colonies indefinitely without natural pollen. The research details successful trials where nutritionally stressed colonies, deployed for commercial crop pollination in Washington state, thrived on the new food source.

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Albertsons Companies Offers Bag Opt Outs for Curbside Orders

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Albertsons Companies customers can choose to opt out of bags for curbside pickup orders from their local stores. The grocers goal is to reduce the number of single-use bags each year, supporting both local communities and the planet. Customers can opt out of bags when they order curbside pickup from Albertsons Cos. stores using the banner store app or website.

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Green Plains Inc. - Green Plains Advances Refreshment of Board of Directors

Global Renewable News

Highlights Appoints Three New Independent Directors with Collective Experience in the Agriculture and Commodities Sector, Capital Allocation, Finance and Strategic Transactions Forms Strateg.

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Oxygen is running low in inland waters, and humans are to blame

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from Utrecht University. Rivers, streams, lakes, and reservoirs aren’t just scenic parts of our landscape — they’re also vital engines for life on Earth. These inland waters ‘breathe’ oxygen, just like we do.

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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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Vision RNG - Vision RNG Closes $28.8 Million Sale of Investment Tax Credit Associated With Laurel Ridge RNG Project

Global Renewable News

Vision RNG (VRNG), a leading developer of renewable natural gas (RNG) projects, announced today (April 15) the successful sale of the investment tax credit (ITC) generated from its Laurel Ridge.

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How can science benefit from AI? Risks?

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from the University of Bonn. Researchers from chemistry, biology, and medicine are increasingly turning to AI models to develop new hypotheses. However, it is often unclear on which basis the algorithms come to their conclusions and to what extent they can be generalized. A publication now warns of misunderstandings in handling … Continue reading How can science benefit from AI?

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Baseload Capital - Major step for geothermal energy in Asia - Baseload Capital and Google forge corporate PPA

Global Renewable News

Global geothermal developer Baseload Capital and Google today (April 15) announced the signing of the first corporate power purchase agreement (CPPA) for carbon-free geothermal energy in Taiwan.As.

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Utility profits grow along with anti-rooftop solar action

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story at pv magazine. As an increasing amount of solar energy connects to the U.S. grid, the policies and procedures of corporate utilities are scrutinized.

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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.