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Batteries step in as coal plant trips amid heatwave and near record demand in Texas

Renew Economy

Big batteries step in as coal unit trips in Texas at peak time in midst of heatwave. "Always on" baseload needs back-up just as much as renewables. The post Batteries step in as coal plant trips amid heatwave and near record demand in Texas appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How Gen Is Committed to Bridging the Global Cybersecurity Skills Gap

3BL Media

The cybersecurity skills gap poses a significant challenge, but it is a challenge that we can continue to overcome through collaborative efforts. By working closely with organizations and strategies, we can create a future where everyone can succeed in the cybersecurity industry.

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Germany may take another 50 years to find final repository for waste from shuttered nuclear power

Renew Economy

Experts say it could be more than 100 years before Germany finds a final repository for its highly radioactive waste from nuclear power, and then builds it and transports it to the site. The post Germany may take another 50 years to find final repository for waste from shuttered nuclear power appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Meet the Workforce Innovation Board

3BL Media

Nixon-Saintil leads IBM's career-readiness initiatives, education partnerships, and curricula.

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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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“Power on:” Queensland flicks the switch on its first publicly owned big battery

Renew Economy

CS Energy's 100MW/200MWh Chinchilla Battery has commenced commercial operations at its site next to the largest remaining coal plant in Australia. The post “Power on:” Queensland flicks the switch on its first publicly owned big battery appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Green Mountain Energy Sun Club Joins Forces With Pro-Vision/McNair Farm in the Sunnyside Community

3BL Media

Pro-Vision, Inc. received a generous grant from Green Mountain Energy Sun Club for their Pro-Vision/McNair Urban farm. The farm will add three new aquaponic greenhouses, increasing produce output by over 37,000 pounds annually.

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Albertsons Companies’ Southern California Division Partners With Sleep in Heavenly Peace

3BL Media

Members of Albertsons Companies' Southern California Division came together this weekend to build 60 bed frames for kids in need with Sleep in Heavenly Peace. This amazing organization provides beds for kids who don't have one, with a waiting list of more than 220 families.

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Dark solar UNSW team win US funding for night-light electricity – and nomination for a prize

Renew Economy

UNSW team behind solar tech that can generate power at night have locked in funding from the US Airforce – and been nominated for a prize. The post Dark solar UNSW team win US funding for night-light electricity – and nomination for a prize appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Major Businesses Urge Modernized Grid To Deliver Affordable, Reliable, Clean Power to Customers in Southeast U.S.

3BL Media

A dozen major businesses are calling for policymakers across the Southeast U.S. to take action to strengthen the electricity grid to ensure it has the capacity to reliably power the growing regional demand for electricity with affordable, home-grown clean power.

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Energy network monopolies are a cost of living nightmare for Bowen

Renew Economy

The Albanese government needs to wise up that energy network monopolies are about to make their task of re-election much harder. The post Energy network monopolies are a cost of living nightmare for Bowen 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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CNH Receives GPTW Certification for the Sixth Consecutive Year.

3BL Media

World-class equipment, technology and services company, CNH, was once again recognized as one of the best companies to work for in Latin America.

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Akaysha breaks ground on new Queensland battery project

Renew Economy

Battery storage developer Akaysha Energy says it has begun construction of its newest battery project, the $200 million Brendale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Queensland. A “sod-turning” ceremony was held at the site next to the South Pine substation in the northern suburbs of Brisbane this week for the 205MW / 410MWh project, which […] The post Akaysha breaks ground on new Queensland battery project appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Lenovo Creates Product Diversity Policy, Celebrates 5 Years of Accessible Innovations

3BL Media

On Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2024, Lenovo is proud to announce a new global policy supporting its Product Diversity Office (PDO) and its mission to ensure usability of Lenovo technology for a diverse customer base.

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Victorian government outlines coal to offshore wind pathways for Gippsland

Renew Economy

State government works with coal fired power station owner on opportunities for workers to transition to offshore wind sector. The post Victorian government outlines coal to offshore wind pathways for Gippsland 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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Sustainability Oversight: Guiding International Paper’s ESG Commitments

3BL Media

International Paper has an integrated board and executive-level governance structure to oversee and set the tone on Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) topics across our businesses.

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Energy Insiders Podcast: A civil war over renewables?

Renew Economy

Rebecca Colvin from ANU and John Cole from University of Southern Queensland and their takes on obtaining social licence for energy projects, and the lessons from King Island and CSG. Plus, news of the week. The post Energy Insiders Podcast: A civil war over renewables? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Logitech Wins Fast Company Innovation by Design Award in Learning Category and Named Honorees in Product and Enterprise Categories

3BL Media

Logitech continues its momentum in design achievement by winning Fast Company’s Innovation by Design award in the Learning category with the Zone Learn headset.

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The key to accelerating AI development? Pragmatism plus imagination

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Leaders are treating generative AI as less of a curiosity and more an integral part of business. McKinsey research sheds light on who is using AI, how they’re using it, and the challenges that remain.

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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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Is Your Thinking Outdated? 4 Common Carton Recycling Myths Debunked

3BL Media

The Carton Council debunks these four carton recycling myths, so you can learn how to properly recycle cartons and share the truth with others.

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Building an engineering culture and resilient technology

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Successful technology leaders partner closely with the business on IT strategy, gen AI use, and product development.

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Closing the HIV Diagnosis Gap in Germany with Gilead Sciences

3BL Media

As a nation where 90% of all people living with HIV know their diagnosis and are being treated, Germany has made great strides to advance its HIV care goals.

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Author Talks: A transformational approach to leadership

McKinsey Sustainabilty

How can leaders reach their full potential? McKinsey senior partners provide a road map for developing effective “inside out” leadership.

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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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Selling Vintage in a Modern World | Made in America, Season 5, Ep 3

3BL Media

Lifelong friends Vonda and Lisa have a knack for finding vintage treasure — one they’ve turned into Gray Brush Vintage Market. They believe it’s their second act in life, a chance to work for themselves with more freedom and flexibility than ever before.

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Finding pearls in the mud: Eco-friendly tungsten recovery from semiconductor waste

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Semiconductor industry waste is typically seen as a costly disposal problem and an environmental hazard. But what if this waste could be transformed into a valuable resource? In an exciting development, researchers have unveiled an eco-friendly method to extract rare metals from semiconductor waste. This innovative approach not only recovers precious tungsten but also assesses its economic viability, offering a sustainable solution for waste management in the tech industry.

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My Quest Story - Jamie Croft

3BL Media

I was told about an opening in logistics at Quest Diagnostics by a family member and thought it would be a great way to get my foot in the door in the medical field and be that helping hand to others.

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JERA Nex Enters U.S. Solar Market with 395 MW Acquisition

ESG Today

Renewable energy company JERA Nex announced the acquisition of two U.S. solar projects, totaling 395MW from Lightsource bp, marking the new company’s entry into the U.S. solar market. JERA Nex was launched in April by Japan’s largest power generation company, JERA, with a mandate to develop, invest, own and operate renewable energy assets, including offshore and onshore wind and solar, as well as battery storage.

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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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FedEx Empowers Economic Opportunity: Advancing Equity and Mobility for Underrepresented Communities

3BL Media

Rebecca Yeung, FedEx Corporate VP of Operations Science and Advanced Technology, embodies resilience and breaking barriers. Raised in China with limited resources, Rebecca never let obstacles stand in the way of setting ambitious goals.

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JPMorgan’s Campbell Global Wins Mandate for New Evergreen Timberland Fund with Nest

ESG Today

UK pension scheme Nest announced today the appointment of J.P. Morgan Asset Management’s timberland investment advisory company Campbell Global to establish a new evergreen timberland fund. Under the new agreement, Campbel Global will seek out opportunities for Nest in key global markets including the U.S., Australia, New Zealand and Chile, providing the pension scheme with a global portfolio of direct investments, focused on core traditional timberland.

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IOC Young Leaders at Paris 2024: Inspiring Change Beyond the Games

3BL Media

Throughout the Olympic Games Paris 2024, the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s Young Leaders (YL) have been actively promoting the Olympic values and showcasing the positive impact of sport in society to fans from around the world.

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Increasing clinicians' knowledge about climate change's impact on health and healthcare sustainability

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A novel educational program for clinicians provided a foundation about climate change and the impact of fossil fuel-related pollution on individual health, and how healthcare systems contribute to carbon pollution and can address these challenges.

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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.