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After a wave of criticism, what's on the horizon for ESG strategy?

GreenBiz

Against a backdrop of political polarization, the expanding scope of ESG issues is transforming corporate strategy.

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Wind and solar close to 70 pct of Australia’s main grid as fossil fuels sent to new low

Renew Economy

Wind and solar supply nearly 70 per cent of generation on Australia's main grid, as fossil fuel output pushed to a new low. The post Wind and solar close to 70 pct of Australia’s main grid as fossil fuels sent to new low appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Evaluating sustainability software? Here’s 5 smart tips to get started

GreenBiz

So long, spreadsheets. Here’s what you need to know about assessing sustainability software, a $1.2 billion (and growing) market.

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German energy giant says all new solar projects to have batteries included

Renew Economy

EnBW will also consider making a similar pledge for all new wind projects, and look into retrofitting existing wind farms with battery storage. The post German energy giant says all new solar projects to have batteries included 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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Designing waste to be valuable

GreenBiz

Sponsored: Creatives are revolutionizing our perception of waste by demonstrating its potential value in design.

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Did big batteries break the fossil fuel cartel on the grid, or did they just join it?

Renew Economy

High priced events on the wholesale electricity market are normally the result of bidding by fossil fuel generators and hydro plants. Now a new actor has emerged, battery storage. The post Did big batteries break the fossil fuel cartel on the grid, or did they just join it? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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If the first solar entrepreneur hadn’t been kidnapped, would coal have been king?

Renew Economy

As the argument goes, we owe fossil fuels for supercharging development. But what if there was a viable alternative, sabotaged by fossil interests from its very inception? The post If the first solar entrepreneur hadn’t been kidnapped, would coal have been king? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How can businesses team up on climate action without breaking UK law?

GreenBiz

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has published detailed guidance on how businesses can cooperate on environmental goals.

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CEFC makes first Rewiring the Nation investment with loan for NSW push beyond coal

Renew Economy

CEFC announces first investment in the $19 billion Rewiring the Nation program, a $100 million loan to provide finance for renewable infrastructure projects in NSW. The post CEFC makes first Rewiring the Nation investment with loan for NSW push beyond coal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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First-of-Its-Kind Zero Energy Community Breaks Ground in Prince George’s County, Helping To Advance Energy Equity in Low- to Moderate-Income Community

3BL Media

HYATTSVILLE, Md., October 16, 2023 /3BL/ - Housing Initiative Partnership , Inc. (HIP), a nonprofit affordable housing developer, along with Pepco , BlockEnergy™ , and its public-private partners today celebrated the ground breaking of a new residential community in the Town of Fairmount Heights. The community will feature six zero energy single-family homes, powered by a BlockEnergy advanced community microgrid energy system, and a pocket park that celebrates the rich history of this historic t

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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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Rooftop solar switch-off: Why and where it’s being used – and where it’s headed

Renew Economy

As AEMO calls for emergency rooftop solar controls for all parts of the NEM, we look at how it works, why it's needed and who it's coming to next on the grid. The post Rooftop solar switch-off: Why and where it’s being used – and where it’s headed appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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American Banker Names U.S. Bank Leaders to 2023 Most Powerful Women in Banking

3BL Media

Originally published on U.S. Bank company blog American Banker has recognized two U.S. Bank leaders in its annual roster of the Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance, naming Vice Chair Gunjan Kedia and Senior Vice President Alli Yttreness among individual honorees. Kedia, a vice chair and member of the 16-person Managing Committee, is head of Wealth, Corporate, Commercial and Institutional Banking (WCIB).

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AusNet sets new emissions reduction targets, but hedges bets on future of gas

Renew Economy

Electricity and gas network company aims to halve its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 and reach net zero by 2045 – while also still supplying gas for "decades to come." The post AusNet sets new emissions reduction targets, but hedges bets on future of gas appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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New Report From Essity Links Gender Equality to Global Health and Well-Being

3BL Media

Women’s health issues continue to be overlooked in society. This is one of several findings in Essity’s Health and Hygiene Report 2023-2024, linking gender equality, care, and prevention to personal well-being and public progress, emphasizing the need for joint action to effect change. Originally published on Essity News Center The Hygiene and Health Report 2023-2024: Advancing Health and Well-being through Care, Prevention, and Gender Equality , published by the global hygiene and health compan

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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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Regulator rejects community challenge to VNI West transmission plans

Renew Economy

AER dismisses complaints about the process used to determine the route for the VNI West transmission project, delivering a win for AEMO and Transgrid. The post Regulator rejects community challenge to VNI West transmission plans appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Honda and Discovery Education Team Up To Advance Teen Driver Education and Safety Awareness

3BL Media

CHARLOTTE, N.C., October 16, 2023 /3BL/ - Honda and Discovery Education today launched a new multi-year safety initiative to help address the nearly one-third of annual traffic fatalities in the U.S. involving drivers under the age of 25. Honda is building on its “ Safety For Everyone ” approach by teaming up with Discovery Education to launch Honda Safety Driven , a new national safety program and education initiative empowering students nationwide to use safe driving skills as a roadmap to bec

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Ørsted shares plunge again as New York knocks back cost adjustment for offshore wind

Renew Economy

Shares in world's biggest offshore wind developer slump again after pleas by multiple project developers to adjust costs for offshore wind projects rejected by regulator. The post Ørsted shares plunge again as New York knocks back cost adjustment for offshore wind appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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HARMAN Audio Talks Podcast: The Martin Garrix & JBL Music Academy – Revisited

3BL Media

Get an exclusive peek behind the curtain at the Martin Garrix & JBL Music Academy, where selected young talents from all around the world were getting the lowdown on everything they need to be successful artists. From music writing, DJ skills, production, toplines, and remixing alongside marketing, social media, PR and personal branding, everything is covered.

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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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Leveraging generative AI in Europe: The opportunities and challenges

McKinsey Sustainabilty

What makes Europe different when it comes to harnessing the opportunities of gen AI? Our leaders share their perspectives.

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Albertsons Companies Honors North Texas Giving Day by Participating in the North Texas Food Bank’s 24-Hour Volunteer Event

3BL Media

In honor of North Texas Giving Day, more than 50 Albertsons Companies associates in Plano, TX participated in the North Texas Food Bank ’s 24-hour volunteer event, packaging 960 boxes of food – which equates to 24,120 meals – for local families in need. Thanks, team, for working together to support our communities! #NourishingNeighbors See original post on LinkedIn and learn more about the Albertsons Companies and our Recipe for Change on our website.

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Author Talks: Am I making myself clear?

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Feeling misunderstood? A BBC journalist shares the communication blunders that keep you from getting your point across and what you can do to avoid them.

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Technology Transformation: A Look Back at Keysight World

3BL Media

At Keysight, we empower innovators to explore, design, and bring world-changing technologies to life. As a trusted partner, we work with our customers and the broader technology ecosystem to understand and shape the future of transformation. As part of this commitment, we hold numerous events, including our annual Keysight World conference that took place this summer, where we assembled a mix of visionaries, researchers and industry leaders to discuss evolving and emerging technology trends.

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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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Change management will be critical to implementing generative AI

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Louise Herring, a partner based in London who co-leads McKinsey’s Analytics Academy in Europe, outlines why the extent to which companies can generate impact from generative AI could depend on their ability to manage change effectively.

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#TooGoodToWaste: A Global Call to Action To Stop Household Food Waste

3BL Media

Food loss and waste is a critical environmental, social and governance problem requiring urgent whole-of-chain action. The Consumer Goods Forum Food Waste Coalition of Action is committed to cutting food loss and waste —some 40% of all food grown is wasted. Food loss and waste contributes to climate change, accounting for 8-10% percent of annual global greenhouse gas emissions — if food loss and waste were a country, it would be the third biggest emitter of greenhouse gases.

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Generative AI will change the social contract in Europe

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Alex Sukharevsky, a senior partner and the global leader of QuantumBlack, AI by McKinsey, talks about the importance of generative AI incorporating local culture and local contact, and how generative AI could help solve complex social problems in Europe.

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‘Creating Real Solutions.’ See the Transformation Get Started

3BL Media

By Jeremy King | September 29, 2023 It’s not about meeting one need. This isn’t just delivering one service. It’s about serving the whole person … the whole family … the whole community. The Regions Foundation, a nonprofit funded primarily by Regions Bank , joined the YMCA of Greater Birmingham to break ground on a development that’s designed to impact northeast Birmingham like nothing else before.

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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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Zero-Problem Philanthropy

Stanford Social Innovation

By Christian Seelos Social problems are like Hydra heads: cut one off, and more appear. This is the frustrating reality that organizations in the philanthropic sector face every day. They try to solve problems to improve people’s lives, but many problems persist despite much effort and expense. Real progress seems elusive. CNN recently reported that “California has spent billions to fight homelessness.

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Cisco: Empowering Youth To Combat Climate Change Through Service Years

3BL Media

What if young people concerned about the effects of climate change had the opportunity to perform hands-on service to mitigate its effects on vulnerable communities? As Service Year Alliance sees it, every youth in America should have that chance, and every community deserves youth service as a resource for combating climate challenges. Since its launch in 2016, Service Year Alliance has embarked on a mission “to make a year of paid, full-time service — a service year — a common expectation and

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The Brief: Scaling employee ownership, water bonds in Texas, water kiosks in India, independent media in Poland, Ozempic’s economic impact

Impact Alpha

Greetings, Agents of Impact! ? Connect with ImpactAlpha. This week, catch ImpactAlpha’s Jessica Pothering at Financial Inclusion Week, Dennis Price and Cesar Chávez. The post The Brief: Scaling employee ownership, water bonds in Texas, water kiosks in India, independent media in Poland, Ozempic’s economic impact appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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Celebrating Global Diversity Awareness Month at Alkermes

3BL Media

This month we recognize Global Diversity Awareness Month. On Team Alkermes, we believe that diverse voices and perspectives bring immeasurable value to our organization and the patients we serve. We remain steadfast in our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging (DIB). We purposefully foster this culture through our internal programs. Learn more about our commitment to DIB here.

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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.