Tue.Feb 11, 2025

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Builder of Australia’s largest single wind project seeks solutions for blade recycling

Renew Economy

Spain's Acciona Energia - which is building Australia's biggest single wind project - is seeking solutions for the full recycling of turbine blades. The post Builder of Australia’s largest single wind project seeks solutions for blade recycling appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Mastercard: The Game Is Afoot! How Gamification Is Helping Improve Financial Health in Latin America

3BL Media

Mastercard Creating and sticking with good habits isnt easy. It takes time and repetition and requires the kind of discipline that, for many of us, is hard to access. Thats where gamification comes in. The idea behind this strategy is that by introducing the elements of a game competition, rewards and fun you can motivate people to make better choices again and again until they become habits.

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AGL targets 1.4 GW of new big batteries to firm renewables and cash in on price volatility

Renew Economy

AGL details plans to lock in another 1.4 gigawatts (GW) of grid scale battery storage projects over the coming year, in the race to transform its electricity mix from roughly 80 per cent coal to firmed renewables. The post AGL targets 1.4 GW of new big batteries to firm renewables and cash in on price volatility appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Baker Tilly Case Study: Leveraging AI To Uncover Emerging Risks and Mitigation Strategies for Our Clients

3BL Media

Client need Our client, a consumer health company, sought help in comparing its existing risk register to that of its competitors to identify gaps and any potential strategic and emerging risks which should be considered for inclusion in its annual risk register update. In addition, for each of the risks within the clients risk profile, the client was interested in the development of mitigation strategies and planning which could be shared with risk owners to enable them in the mitigation of the

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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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Biggest coal generator has zero appetite for nuclear in a market where grid flexibility is king

Renew Economy

AGL CEO says Australia's biggest baseload generator has no plans for "always on nuclear," but is investing heavily in flexible assets including heaps of big batteries. The post Biggest coal generator has zero appetite for nuclear in a market where grid flexibility is king appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3.7 MW Solar Research Facility in CA Is Contributing Valuable Data to the Advancement of Renewable Energy and Environmental Conservation

3BL Media

The Santa Margarita Ecological Reserve (SMER) Research 1 Solar project , located on 16 acres approximately 4 miles southwest of Temecula, CA , provides clean, renewable energy to the City of Temecula and Lake Elsinore. The 3.7 MWdc project, powered by over 10,000 photovoltaic (PV) modules , has the potential to displace more than 4.5 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions annually comparable to removing 971 cars from the road each year.

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With PNC Foundation Grant, TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health Will Provide More Personalized Support To Help Parents Build Children’s Healthy Brains

3BL Media

CHICAGO, February 11, 2025 /3BL/ - The PNC Foundation and University of Chicagos TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health announced a new phase of their long-standing partnership. Since 2014, PNC, through its early childhood education initiative, PNC Grow Up Great, has supported the TMW Centers efforts to empower parents and caregivers in their important role as brain architects.

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Fortescue accelerates “real zero” campaign amid grim times for climate action

Renew Economy

Fortescue has published an open letter calling for the Australian government to commit to the end of fossil fuel use entirely. The post Fortescue accelerates “real zero” campaign amid grim times for climate action appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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New Holland Enters Partnership To Renovate the Gralha Azul Experimental Farm in Brazil

3BL Media

New Holland , a CNH brand, and the Pontifical Catholic University of Paran (PUCPR) in Brazil, have entered a partnership to modernize and renovate the Gralha Azul Experimental Farm (FEGA), a unit that provides teaching and research support for undergraduate and graduate courses related to agriculture, especially Veterinary Medicine and Agronomy. Six new tractors will be made available to support the activities of these courses and the Veterinary School Clinic.

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“Game changer:” Biggest green hydrogen projects hail passage of tax credit scheme

Renew Economy

Backer of massive proposed green hydrogen hubs in W.A. - with nearly 100 GW of planned capacity - says newly passed production tax credit will be a "game changer." The post “Game changer:” Biggest green hydrogen projects hail passage of tax credit 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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Mary Kay Inspires Future Innovators: Young Women in STEM ‘Blend’ Beauty and Science

3BL Media

DALLAS, February 11, 2025 /3BL/ - Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in science, innovation, and furthering young womens education marked the 10 th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11 with an exploratory event aimed to inspire the next generation of female STEM leaders. According to UNESCO, Women make up only 35% of students enrolled in STEM-related fields of study in higher education" (UNESCO, 2020).

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A wealth of evidence: 85,000 individual studies about climate policy

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Research on climate policy is growing exponentially. Of the approximately 85,000 individual studies ever published on policy instruments for mitigating global heating, a good quarter are from 2020 or later. A study using machine learning methods now shows how this vast knowledge is distributed -- by instrument, country, sector and policy level -- and identifies research gaps.

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Thermo King Launches TracKing Smart Trailer Telematics

3BL Media

MINNEAPOLIS, February 11, 2025 /3BL/ - Thermo King , a leader in sustainable transport temperature control solutions and a strategic brand of global climate innovator Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), announced today the expansion of its telematics offering with the launch of TracKing Smart Trailer telematics , delivering comprehensive visibility into trailer health and cargo operations.

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California Climate Reporting Law Survives Challenge Claiming that “Shaming” Companies Through Emissions Disclosure Violates Constitution

ESG Today

New California laws that will require most large U.S. companies to disclose their value chain emissions and report on climate risks and strategies survived a major legal challenge brought by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, with a federal judge rejecting claims that the new regulations violate the constitution and extraterritoriality rules. While the judge, U.S.

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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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Complimentary Webinar: Top Food Safety Non-Conformances in 2024 – Learnings & How To Prevent Re-Occurrence

3BL Media

Complimentary Webinar Top Food Safety Non-Conformances in 2024 Learnings & How to Prevent Re-Occurrence February 20th, 2025 | 12:00PM ET/9:00AM PT REGISTER Staying ahead of common non-conformances is crucial for maintaining strong food safety systems and successful certifications. Join SCS Global Services food safety experts Denise Webster, VP of Food Safety, Training & Consulting and Hilda Bryan, Sr.

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Cisco Learning Promotes AI Readiness with AI Learning Journey and New Certifications

Cisco CSR

Our new AI Infrastructure learning path covers the entire AI learning continuum, from entry level to expert. By following this learning path, built with a focus on multi-vendor deployments, professionals will gain the AI infrastructure skills needed to move their organizations and their careers forward.

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Trane Unveils New Trane Connect Platform To Enhance Management of Building Performance

3BL Media

DAVIDSON, N.C., February 11, 2025 /3BL/ - Trane by Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator, announces the new Trane Connect for customers across North America, giving building owners and managers a modern, cloud-based all-in-one smart commercial building portal to access insights and controls. The integrated Trane Connect enhances building and operational efficiency that allows customers to improve utilization of labor, and energy, streamline maintenance and increase the life

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Gold Fields awards contract for another wind farm at remote WA gold mine

Renew Economy

Gold Fields awards contract for a wind farm that will help deliver a more than 70 per cent renewable energy supply to a gold mine project in outback WA. The post Gold Fields awards contract for another wind farm at remote WA gold mine 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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Ashanti Hamilton Joins Veolia North America As Workforce Development Manager for Milwaukee

3BL Media

The new role supports Milwaukee's Water & Wastewater Workforce Center initiative a collaboration between Veolia North America and The Water Council Hamilton has dedicated his career to enhancing community well-being in Milwaukee and will be charged with building strong partnerships and growing Veolias local water workforce MILWAUKEE, February 11, 2025 /3BL/ - Veolia North America and The Water Council are pleased to announce the addition of Ashanti Hamilton to support the Water & Wastew

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Tesla opens Shanghai battery “Megafactory” with first Megapacks on their way to Australia

Renew Economy

Tesla officially opens Shanghai Megafactory in China, where it will produce its Megapack batteries and serve regional markets, including Australia. The post Tesla opens Shanghai battery “Megafactory” with first Megapacks on their way to Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Comcast’s Black Experience on Xfinity Premieres Award-Winning Documentary ‘Color’

3BL Media

Key Takeaways 'Color' follows renowned artist Alteronce Gumby on a journey to redefine the meaning of color and its impact on communities worldwide. Now available exclusively on Black Experience on Xfinity, the ultimate destination in Black storytelling, and Xumo Play. PHILADELPHIA, January 28, 2025 /3BL/ - Comcast NBCUniversal announced the exclusive premiere of the award-winning documentary, Color , on Black Experience on Xfinity and the Xumo Play free streaming app.

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22 States Sue to Block New York Law Charging Oil Companies $75 Billion to Pay for Climate Adaptation

ESG Today

A coalition of 22 U.S. State Attorneys General, led by West Virginia AG JB McCuskey, announced the launch of a lawsuit filed in a Federal court challenging New Yorks Climate Change Superfund Act, which would require fossil fuel companies to pay a share of the investments in infrastructure needed to adapt to climate change in New York State, proportionate to their contribution to greenhouse gas emissions.

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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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Despite Political Divides, the Majority of Americans Expect Companies To Prioritize Sustainability

3BL Media

NORTHAMPTON, Mass., February 11, 2025 /3BL/ - While national headlines often highlight political division, new research from 3BL and research technology firm Glow reveals a striking area of agreement: sustainability. According to the report, The Big Thing Americans Agree On , 56% of U.S. adults said sustainability was important or very important to their everyday behaviors and actions in 2024including 65% of Gen Z and 64% of millennials.

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HSBC Acquires Stake in EV Charging Operator SP Mobility

ESG Today

HSBC Asset Management (HSBC AM) announced an investment by its Energy Transition Infrastructure (ETI) team in Singapore-based EV charging company SP Mobility. Terms of the investment were not disclosed. Founded in 2018, SP Mobility operates Singapores largest and fastest public EV charging network, with more than 1,900 charging points in retail, commercial, industrial, residential and other public locations.

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Prime Time Upgrade: Colorado Coaching Roster Expands

3BL Media

Originally published on Aflac Newsroom If theres one thing fans and media have learned by now, its to always expect the unexpected with University of Colorado Head Football Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders. Known for keeping things interesting, like being the only athlete to play in both the Super Bowl and the World Series, Coach Prime never misses a chance to surprise.

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Future Proofing the Workplace in the age of AI

Cisco CSR

Weve made our mission at Cisco clear: we are simplifying IT everywhere, for businesses of all sizes. We are constantly innovating to help IT teams lead through the AI era, not just react to it. Learn how we're empowering tomorrows workplaces today with these latest products and solutions.

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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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Albertsons Offers Subscription Discount to SNAP Users

3BL Media

Originally published by Progressive Grocer. By Lynn Petrak. Albertsons Cos. is making it easier for SNAP customers to not only access fresh foods, but to save money when buying items. This week, the grocer announced that SNAP users can get a 50% discount on its FreshPass annual subscription program. See original article by Progressive Grocer and read more about Albertsons Companies and our Recipe for Change on our website.

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Ecologi Acquires Carbon Measurement Solution Provider Net Zero Now

ESG Today

UK-based Climate solutions-focused platform Ecologi announced the acquisition of carbon measurement and reduction platform Net Zero Now. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Ecologi said that the new combined entity will create a tailored and complete solution helping businesses lead their industries towards net zero, bringing together sector-specific carbon measurement and reduction capabilities with access to climate projects and investments that help businesses offset their environmental imp

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The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation and Doodles and Digits Bring “How It’s Math” to Public Television and to the Marysville Campus

3BL Media

Math is everywhere, and when Doodles and Digits is involved, math is fun, too. This year, Doodles and Digits and The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation announced a partnership to underwrite the television debut of How Its Math on Public Television. Foundation Partner Director of ESG and Social Impact Katherine Dickens shared why this is such a great fit for our company: When Caroline from Doodles & Digits approached us, she shared a compelling picture of the dire state of education for elementary

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Report sets out priorities for UK to become a global leader in AI frugality and efficiency

Envirotec Magazine

Government must ensure that tech companies accurately report how much energy and water their data centres are using, according to a report published on 7 February by the National Engineering Policy Centre. Data centres can and should be designed to use less water and critical raw materials, but government must set the conditions for this as the AI Opportunities Action Plan is rolled out.

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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.