3BL Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

LAUSANNE, Switzerland, November 22, 2024 /3BL/ - The Paris Dairy Declaration on Sustainability, an initiative launched by the International Dairy Federation (IDF) and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) at the IDF World Dairy Summit in October 2024 in Paris, was endorsed by Tetra Pak, a world leader in food processing and packaging solutions, at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of Parties (COP) 29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, on 19 Nove

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More than 1,700 oil, gas and coal lobbyists are registered attendees of this year’s international climate summit, currently underway in Baku, Azerbaijan, to try to persuade the world that the fossil fuel industry can be part of the climate solution. The PR companies that help them sell that message are not far behind. Dozens of the consultants registered for the two-week conference, called COP29, come from 10 public relations agencies that work with oil giants such as Saudi Aramco, ExxonMobil, a

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Originally published by Greenville Journal Northwestern Mutual – Upstate SC and Furman Paladin senior linebacker Evan DiMaggio have teamed up to participate in the national Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation Cancer Champion Competition.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Effective leaders continually adapt their priorities, roles, time, and energy practices to stay ahead of new realities. Here’s why you need to do the same.

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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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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Cummins Engaging 18 premier B-schools, the competition explores how digital innovation can advance sustainability to reshape traditional business models Aims to equip students with skills in strategic thinking, sustainability, and practical implementation of technological solutions in business context PUNE, India /3BL/ - Cummins India Limited (“Cummins India”), one of the leading power solutions technology providers, has launched ‘REDEFINE 2024’, its annual business school (B-school) case study

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Geneticists have developed a gene drive-based solution to the widespread problem of insecticide resistance. In an effort to protect valuable crops, the researchers created an 'e-Drive' that reverses insecticide resistance and then disappears from the insect population.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Polybrominated diphenyl ethers, or PBDEs, are fire-retardant chemicals that are found everywhere. A mouse study reports that probiotic supplementation can reduce the negative impacts of PBDEs on neurodevelopment, behavior, and metabolism.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Originally published on HARMAN Newsroom We are excited to share that HARMAN has been recognized with the Silver Award for Responsible Investor of the Year at the Climate Action Summit 2024, organized by ET Edge (Times of India Group). This award is a testament to our commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability in our business. As a company, we believe that the future of technology must be aligned with the future of our planet.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

In an era of dwindling glaciers, Southern Patagonia has managed to hold on to a surprising amount of its ice. But, a new study suggests that this protective effect might be pushed up against its limits soon.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Veolia North America Sustainability Report 2024 We are committed to fostering a diverse , equitable and inclusive work environment, and strive to create a workplace where our employees can be their authentic selves at work. We also work to promote social justice in our industry and the communities we serve. Governed by Veolia Group’s Global Vigilance Plan, we are committed to respecting human rights, prohibiting discrimination, harassment and retaliation in the workplace, and providing all of ou

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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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Chris Hall

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

A selection of the major stories impacting ESG investors, in five easy pieces. Policymakers were confronted by the scale of the response required to systemic risks this week, from Baku to Brussels and beyond. COP in the dock – Having opened with a bang of sorts, COP29 was in danger of going out with a whimper at time of writing, due largely to a lack of consensus on the new framework for climate finance.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

In this episode of ESG Talk, Mandi McReynolds welcomes Kristen Siemen, former chief sustainability officer at General Motors to the show. Listen in as they discuss how one of the world’s largest automakers is integrating electrification, sustainability, and innovation into its culture. This episode was recorded prior to Siemen’s departure from GM. Listen Now Looking for more?

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Third-quarter GDP reports reveal a mixed global economy. China faces an economic slowdown; the United States sees growth; and the eurozone is stable. The IMF forecasts a slow but stable global trajectory into 2025.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Baker Hughes to deliver integrated gas recovery and hydrogen sulfide (H 2 S) removal system Solution expected to recover flare gas equivalent up to 7 million Nm 3 of methane per year, and further reduce CO 2 emissions by up to 11,000 tons per year Recovered flare gas will be used as fuel within the refinery, improving efficiency and reducing consumption and operating costs Contract signed at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan BAKU, Azerbaijan, November 22, 2024 /3BL/ - Baker Hughes (NASDAQ: BKR), an ener

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ESG Today

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

HSBC Hong Kong, Cathay Pacific and biofuels platform EcoCeres announced a new initiative aimed at helping to decarbonize air travel by supporting the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Hong Kong. Under the new initiative, HSBC will purchase 3,400 tonnes of SAF produced by EcoCeres, for use by Cathay Pacific on flights departing from the Hong Kong International Airport.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Authored by Baker Tilly’s Michelle Isenhouer Hanlin and Jack Prill The Clean Communities Investment Accelerator (CCIA) program, one of three financing programs under the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund , seeks to increase the clean energy financing capacity of community lenders working in low-income and disadvantaged communities to deploy clean energy projects.

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Energy Central

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

As the world transitions to renewable energy, 2024 has been pivotal in advancing sustainable battery technology. Several promising innovations and trends are helping reshape the industry, making it possible to eliminate widespread dependence on fossil fuels to power everyday life. 1. Lithium-Sulfur Batteries The rise of electric vehicles (EVs) has underscored the need for improved.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

In our latest Board series, Lena Staafgard, Chief Operating Officer, Better Cotton, and long-time Cascale board member, shares her vision for driving global system transformation through cotton and discusses the challenges, lessons, and opportunities in creating real, lasting change. From fostering multi-stakeholder collaboration to scaling sustainable practices, Staafgard offers valuable insights on the need for greater connectivity between Cascale members and fibers like cotton.

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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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Chris Hall

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Investors emphasise the need for companies to increase voluntary licensing of medicines, after new benchmark report revealed slowdown. The Access to Medicine (ATM) Foundation and its investor signatories have urged pharmaceutical companies to improve access to medicines in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) by accelerating voluntary licence agreements.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

As violence escalates in Haiti, Action Against Hunger condemns all attacks on humanitarian and medical personnel, joining the NGO forum Cadre de Liaison Inter-Organisation (CLIO) to denounce hostilities and urge all parties to protect civilians. “As this intensifies into a conflict, it is more essential than ever to protect humanitarian staff and medical actors, to uphold humanitarian law, and to preserve our independence and neutrality,” said Martine Villeneuve, Action Against Hunger’s Country

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Chris Hall

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Gilad Tanay, Founder of ERI Institute, advises on how to ensure that disclosures don’t become a distraction. Reporting regulations and frameworks are changing like the wind – and they’re consistently pushing for more data disclosure. In my view, this focus on collecting mammoth data sets is holding back social impact initiatives from delivering on their investment.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Originally published on GoDaddy Resource Library At GoDaddy, we foster a culture of belonging with flexible work methods, collaboration, and teamwork. While most of our India teams work from home, our Gurgaon office acts as a hub for problem-solving and building workplace bonds. Let’s hear from some of our team members as they share their experiences of working from the office.

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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

Chris Hall

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Regenerative agriculture’s outcomes-based approach offers strong financial and sustainable returns, says Richard Jacobs, Head of the Farmland Strategy at Van Lanschot Kempen. Over the past few decades, modern agricultural practices have brought huge gains in crop yields. This ‘green revolution’ has been largely successful in combatting hunger, but it has also had serious unintended consequences: soil health and the nutrient density of foods have strongly deteriorated, and biodiversity loss has r

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Originally published on Illumina News Center A large, multiyear study conducted by Illumina, Providence, and Microsoft Research has shown that a comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) panel, which can assess more than 500 genetic variations in tumors, is a powerful tool to direct patients to the most advanced precision therapies that improve overall survival.

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Chris Hall

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Rachel Richardson, Head of ESG at Macfarlanes, outlines the next steps and potential implications of a UK Green Taxonomy. On 14 November 2024, HM Treasury issued a consultation following the Green Technical Advisory Group’s (GTAG) work in developing a UK Green Taxonomy for financial and non-financial firms. The GTAG is an expert group, chaired by the Green Finance Institute, which provides non-binding advice to the UK Government on market, regulatory and scientific considerations for develop

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

DALLAS, November 22, 2024 /3BL/ - Paul Quinn College, the originator of the Urban Work College model and the only minority-serving, federally recognized Work College in America, has received a $1.5 million grant from T.D. Jakes Foundation (TDJF), in partnership with Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC). This grant will support the creation of an innovative housing model and the planning of a companion mixed-use community on the Paul Quinn campus.

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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.

Caux Round Table

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The December issue of The Atlantic magazine brings all of us a timely and important protest over mismanagement of the American elite. David Brooks’ article is titled “How the Ivy League Broke America.” Using institutions of higher education to recruit and condition future members of national elites is foundational to modernity. Napoleon created the Grande Ecoles in France to elevate the French to the heights of Enlightenment reason and excellence.

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ESG Today

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Paris-based financial services group Societe Generale announced today that it has achieved a series of its sustainable finance goals ahead of schedule – including its goal to facilitate €300 billion of financing for environmental and social activities between 2020 and 2025 – and unveiled a new sustainable finance target of €500 billion from 2024 to 2030.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Scientists have developed a pioneering tool that can pinpoint where invasive species have been, aiding eradication efforts.

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Environmental Finance

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

A historic decision from EU financial supervisor on higher financial risk of fossil fuel sector must be integrated in EU prudential rules write Chiara Pass and Marika Carlucci

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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.