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2023 in review: Australia nears half-way mark to 82% renewables

Renew Economy

Renewables combined to supply an average share of nearly 40% across Australia's main grids for the year. We look back at the stats and records. The post 2023 in review: Australia nears half-way mark to 82% renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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European Geothermal Energy Council - Vital first step towards a European Geothermal strategy

Global Renewable News

On December 7th, the Industry, Energy & Research (ITRE) Committee of the European Parliament voted overwhelmingly in favour of Professor Krasnodębski's Own-Initiative Report on geothermal.�.

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Major blow to offshore wind as critical port project ruled environmentally “unacceptable”

Renew Economy

The new year delivers a major blow to Australia's nascent offshore wind industry, with plans for a critical port hub ruled out by the federal environment minister. The post Major blow to offshore wind as critical port project ruled environmentally “unacceptable” appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Globeleq Inc. - Globeleq Completes its Acquisition of the Mocuba Solar PV Plant in Mozambique

Global Renewable News

Globeleq, the leading independent power company in Africa, has completed its acquisition of a 52.5 % stake and a 22.5% stake in the 41 MW Central Solar de Mocuba solar PV power plant (Mocuba) in Mozam.

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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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How to stop wasting cheap renewables – and drive a faster transition

Renew Economy

The path to 100% renewables is charted. How quickly we get there depends on how we price surplus wind and solar and who controls demand management. The post How to stop wasting cheap renewables – and drive a faster transition appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Connecticut Green Bank - Sterling Engineering Corporation Installs Solar System, Anticipates Projected Energy Savings Over $1.6 Million

Global Renewable News

The Connecticut Green Bank is pleased to announce the closing of C-PACE financing for a solar PV system and roof upgrade project at Air Realty Group LLC's 78,450 square foot property at 236 New Ha.

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Bloom Energy - Bloom Energy and SK ecoplant Announce 500 MW Sales Agreement Strengthening Existing Partnership

Global Renewable News

Bloom Energy (NYSE: BE) and SK ecoplant, an engineering and energy solutions provider and subsidiary of South Korean conglomerate SK Group, today (Dec 22) announced they have extended the terms of the.

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Zinc battery breakthrough as researchers fix spiky crystal problem

Renew Economy

Aqueous rechargeable zinc battery technology inches closer to leaving the lab, after Australian researchers find a way to solve a major corrosion issue. The post Zinc battery breakthrough as researchers fix spiky crystal problem appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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PIC Group - PIC Group Renewed as Halifax County Biomass Plant Operator

Global Renewable News

NOVEC Energy Production Halifax County Biomass, a South Boston Energy company, has renewed the Operation and Maintenance Agreement (O&M Agreement) with PIC Group for the Halifax County 49.9MW biomass.

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Some Quick Thoughts on SMRs for Data Centers

Energy Central

Some Quick Thoughts on SMRs for Data Centers In recent months a lot of attention has been given to the concept of using small modular reactors (SMRs) to provide reliable 24 X7 conditioned power to the many large data centers that power cloud computing including all aspects of the Internet. Google, Amazon, and Microsoft, among others, own and operate hundreds of data centers.

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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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European Technology & Innovation Platform on Geothermal - Luca Xodo Elected Chairman of ETIP Geothermal for 2024-2026

Global Renewable News

The European Technology & Innovation Platform on Geothermal (ETIP-Geothermal) is delighted to announce the election of Luca Xodo as the new Chairman for the term 2024-2026.Luxa Xodo, is the Lead P.

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CO2 | Shipping

Energy Central

CO2 | Shipping Among the technologies for climate change mitigation, carbon capture and storage is considered as a technically and economically viable option to reduce CO2 emissions from hard-to-abate industrial sectors. When it comes to CO2 logistics, ship-based chains are emerging as an attractive alternative to other CO2 transport modes (e.g., pipelines), as these could.

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Pertamina Geothermal Energy - 17 Years of Leading Indonesia's Geothermal Development, Pertamina Geothermal Energy is Optimistic about Achieving Sustainable Growth

Global Renewable News

Entering its 17th year of operation, PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy Tbk (PGE) (IDX: PGEO) continues to demonstrate its resilience and commitment to developing geothermal potential in Indonesia.Sta.

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Green investment in Texas shows how funds are navigating anti-ESG laws

Financial Times: Moral Money

Endowment’s $300mn commitment to energy transition fund shows how fiduciaries are getting around bans

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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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Globeleq Inc. - Globeleq's 35MW Menengai Geothermal Power Project in Kenya Reaches Financial Close

Global Renewable News

Globeleq, the leading independent power company in Africa, and its project partner, Geothermal Development Company (GDC), are pleased to announce that they have reached financial close on their US$11.

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Teaching sustainable finance can only better equip students to understand systemic risks

Financial Times: Moral Money

The biggest risks businesses face are systemic, and the leaders of tomorrow need to be prepared for this

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Vattenfall - Vattenfall Energy Savings Barometer: Money motivates most Europeans to save energy

Global Renewable News

In all countries, saving energy continues to be very important. The fact that relevance remains steady, regardless of the season or media attention, many consumers have made energy-saving a part of th.

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Bangladesh is losing its battle with air pollution

Eco-Business

In the capital Dhaka and beyond, transport and industry emissions continue to blight the ‘most polluted country in the world’ despite strong words from the government.

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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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Voltalia - EthiFinance awards a gold medal to Voltalia for its extra-financial performance

Global Renewable News

Voltalia (Euronext Paris, ISIN code: FR0011995588), an international player in renewable energies, is included in the Gaia stock market index for the sixth consecutive year. This index, developed by E.

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Elections, heat and youth power: Climate tipping points for 2024?

Eco-Business

We asked experts what they think might spur effective climate action in 2024. Here are their ideas.

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SUN DAY Campaign - The Last FERC and EIA Reports of 2023 Confirm Solar Was the Fastest Growing Source of Electricity and Largest Source of New Generating Capacity,

Global Renewable News

HIGHLIGHTS FINAL 2023 EIA AND FERC REPORTS UNDERSCORE SOLAR ENERGY'S CONTINUED RAPID EXPANSION IT IS LARGEST SOURCE OF NEW GENERATING CAPACITY AND THE FASTEST GROWING SOURCE OF ELECTRICI.

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Better disclosure rules can help China’s financial markets work for the climate

Eco-Business

The markets are seeing enhanced climate disclosures, but there’s a need for more consistent reporting and uniform application of rules across market sectors.

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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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Direct Energy - Direct Energy Chosen to Serve Boston Community Choice Electricity ProgramAffordable green energy options advance the city's carbon neutrality goals

Global Renewable News

Direct Energy Services, LLC, one of North America's leading providers of retail electricity and related services, is now proudly serving more than 200,000 households and businesses as th.

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The unexpected twist in Vietnam’s renewable energy saga

Eco-Business

Punishment awaits the senior officials who allowed Vietnam’s renewable energy quest to go off the rails, despite its apparent initial success.

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Green Mountain Power - GMP's Successful Rebate Programs Continue in 2024 and Income-Eligible GMP Customers Can Save Even More on Heat Pumps

Global Renewable News

Highlights Programs help customers save when they choose to switch away from fossil fuel while also reducing costs for all GMP customers Heat pump rebate increasing to $2,000 for customers.

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New Zealand Exceeds 50% Electric Vehicle Penetration In December 2023!

CleanTechnica

With the threat of loss of subsidies, New Zealanders have bought electric vehicles at an unprecedented rate, achieving 50% penetration. [continued] The post New Zealand Exceeds 50% Electric Vehicle Penetration In December 2023! appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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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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Prysmian Group - Prysmian Successfully Completes the Fécamp Offshore Wind Farm Cable Project in France

Global Renewable News

Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, announces the successful commissioning of the inter-array cable system for the Fécamp offshore wind farm, located in the.

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Coal State Killing Coal With Solar Power, One Megawatt At A Time

CleanTechnica

West Virginia is still a solar power wallflower, but signs of change have been blowing in the wind as new businesses demand clean energy. The post Coal State Killing Coal With Solar Power, One Megawatt At A Time appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Enefit Green - Court dispute between third parties regarding the use permits of Purtse wind farm

Global Renewable News

By order of 21 December 2023, the Tartu Administrative Court decided to hear the complaint of a third party, Eesti Ühistuenergia OÜ, against Lüganuse municipality. The applicant seeks the revocatio.

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Honda Mulls $14 Billion Plan To Build Electric Cars In Canada

CleanTechnica

Honda reportedly is ready to make a major commitment to build electric cars and batteries in Canada, perhaps in Ontario. The post Honda Mulls $14 Billion Plan To Build Electric Cars In Canada appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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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.