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Andrew Forrest plans one of Australia’s biggest solar farms in push for “real zero” at iron ore mines

Renew Economy

Mining billionaire Andrew Forrest unveils plans for one of the country's biggest solar farms to help propel his company's plans to achieve "real zero" emissions by 2030. The post Andrew Forrest plans one of Australia’s biggest solar farms in push for “real zero” at iron ore mines appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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A cleaner future for tires: Scientists pioneer chemical process to repurpose rubber waste

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Every year, millions of tires end up in landfills, creating an environmental crisis with far-reaching consequences. In the United States alone, over 274 million tires were scrapped in 2021, with nearly a fifth of them being discarded into landfills. A study has now pioneered a technique for breaking down this rubber waste and transforming it into valuable precursors for epoxy resins.

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A quiet shift: The grid is being redefined by household consumers who no longer need it full time

Renew Economy

The grid isnt failing its being redefined by people using rooftop solar, batteries and EVs. Networks, policymakers, and planners need to pay attention. The post A quiet shift: The grid is being redefined by household consumers who no longer need it full time appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The devastating human impact on biodiversity

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Humans are having a highly detrimental impact on biodiversity worldwide. Not only is the number of species declining, but the composition of species communities is also changing. This is one of the largest studies ever conducted on this topic.

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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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First China-made Tesla Megapack batteries on their way to big Australian storage project

Renew Economy

The first Chinese-made Tesla Megapack batteries are on their way to Australia, as the US brand maintains its dominance over battery storage market. The post First China-made Tesla Megapack batteries on their way to big Australian storage project appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Protecting your reputation with independent sustainability assurance

Sustainability Matters

With growing distrust in business sustainability efforts, new tools are needed to legitimise corporate actions. While ESG reporting regimes aid transparency, distinct value chain approaches to reporting highlights the need for alternative mechanisms to restore accountability. Learn how to ensure reliable and accurate sustainability claims and ESG reporting through independent assurance.

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Getting hit by lightning is good for some tropical trees

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Getting zapped with millions of volts of electricity may not sound like a healthy activity, but for some trees, it is. A new study reports that some tropical tree species are not only able to tolerate lightning strikes, but benefit from them. The trees may have even evolved to act as lightning rods.

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Election Watch: No nuke comeback as renewables on a global tear: Plus, Labor’s budget climate resilience fail

Renew Economy

New global data show wind and solar doing most of work cutting emissions, and there is no nuclear renaissance. Meanwhile, Labor disappoints on climate. The post Election Watch: No nuke comeback as renewables on a global tear: Plus, Labor’s budget climate resilience fail appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Simon Fraser University - SFU's School of Sustainable Energy Engineering partners with Corix to enhance biomass plant efficiency

Global Renewable News

Two powerhouses in Simon Fraser University's drive toward a greener future are combining research excellence with innovation to provide even cleaner heat to the community.SFU's.

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Renewable target scrapped as CLP goes all in on ageing gas plant, and is warned of blackout risks

Renew Economy

New CLP government scraps Labor's 50 pct renewables target, but its focus on gas may leave it exposed to the blackouts it warns from the switch to solar. The post Renewable target scrapped as CLP goes all in on ageing gas plant, and is warned of blackout risks 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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XGS Energy - XGS Energy Secures Additional $13 Million to Accelerate Advanced Geothermal Deployment

Global Renewable News

XGS Energy, a developer of next-generation geothermal power projects leveraging a proprietary water-independent technology, today (March 26) announced that it has closed $13 million in new finan.

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Labor woos landowners with developer ratings pilot, land potential website

Renew Economy

The federal government is wooing landowners by launching the Developer Ratings Scheme and funding a website that assess land for wind, solar potential. The post Labor woos landowners with developer ratings pilot, land potential website appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Vattenfall - Vattenfall's Annual and Sustainability Report 2024: The direction is clear, the pace is not

Global Renewable News

In 2024 Vattenfall delivered a stable financial result, advanced its key projects and sustainability goals, despite global challenges. The Annual and Sustainability Report for 2024 shows how Vatte.

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EnergyAustralia fined and convicted over fire at Yallourn brown coal generator

Renew Economy

EnergyAustralia fined over a fire at its Yallourn coal fired power station, after the company fought to be spared conviction. The post EnergyAustralia fined and convicted over fire at Yallourn brown coal generator 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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Vast Energy - Vast Secures AUD 700,000 Grant from Australia-Singapore Initiative for Decarbonising Shipping to Progress World-First South Australia Solar Fuels Project

Global Renewable News

Highlights SA Solar Fuels will have the capacity to produce 7,500 tonnes per annum of sustainable fuels to meet the growing demand from maritime and aviation industries Funding will support in.

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Campaign against nuclear heats up with attack ads aiming at hip pocket

Renew Economy

The Smart Energy Council wants you to know how much your power bills will rise by if the Coalition's nuclear plan wins the May vote. The post Campaign against nuclear heats up with attack ads aiming at hip pocket appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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ZNShine Solar - ZNShine Solar Powers Honduras' Renewable Future with 50MW Patuca Solar Project

Global Renewable News

ZNShine Solar, a global leader in photovoltaic technology, today (March 26) announced its role as module supplier for the 50MW Patuca Solar Project in Honduras. The project, developed by Empresa N.

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How elephants plan their journeys: New study reveals energy-saving strategies

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new study has revealed that African Elephants have an extraordinary ability to meet their colossal food requirements as efficiently as possible. Data from over 150 elephants demonstrated that these giants plan their journeys based on energy costs and resource availability.

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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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Envision Energy - Envision Energy Strengthens Global Leadership with Record 30.6 GW Turbine Orders

Global Renewable News

Envision Energy, a world-leading green technology company, continues to solidify its position as a global leader in wind energy, ranking among the top in both turbine orders and installations for.

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The Benefits of a Broad and Open Integration Ecosystem

Cisco CSR

Since inception, Cisco XDR has followed the Open XDR philosophy. We integrate telemetry and data from dozens of Cisco and third-party security solutions.

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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners - Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners enters partnership with GC Storage Services for 2.3GW pipeline of large-scale battery storage projects in Italy

Global Renewable News

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), through its Flagship Fund CI V, has entered a new partnership with Italian developer GC Storage Services (GCSS) - an operating platform set up by Ikigai Energ.

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Unlocking value with AI in the rack-to-retail fuel market

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Understanding micromarket trendsand utilizing AIin the US rack-to-retail fuel market could help retailers optimize their supply chains and improve margins.

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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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WindEurope - WindEurope elect Vestas CEO Henrik Andersen as Chair and Ørsted CEO Rasmus Errboe as Vice-Chair

Global Renewable News

The Board of WindEurope today (March 26) elected Henrik Andersen, CEO of Vestas, to be the new Chair of WindEurope. And they elected Rasmus Errboe, the CEO of rsted, as Vice-Chair.Henrik and Ras.

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Virtual reality videos increase environmental awareness

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Nature documentaries presented as 360 virtual reality videos have a stronger positive effect than other forms of media, including an indirect effect on donation intentions.

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TotalEnergies - Germany: TotalEnergies Pursues Growth in Electricity by Launching Six New Battery Storage Projects

Global Renewable News

Highlights TotalEnergies is launching 221 MW of new battery energy storage systems developed by Kyon Energy in Germany, where the Company already has 100 MW under construction. Most of these.

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Earliest days of Earth's formation

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

New research sheds light on the earliest days of the earth's formation and potentially calls into question some earlier assumptions in planetary science about the early years of rocky planets. Establishing a direct link between the Earth's interior dynamics occurring within the first 100 million years of its history and its present-day structure, the work is one of the first in the field to combine fluid mechanics with chemistry to better understand the Earth's early evolution.

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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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Pacific Gas and Electric Company - PG&E Advancing $43 Million for Nine New Community Microgrids in Northern California

Global Renewable News

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) today (March 26) announced its intent to award up to $43 million in Microgrid Incentive Program (MIP) grant funding for the development of nine new commun.

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Liquid Hydrogen Storage

Energy Central

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International Renewable Energy Agency - Record-Breaking Annual Growth in Renewable Power Capacity

Global Renewable News

Renewable Capacity Statistics 2025 released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) today (March 26) shows a massive increase in renewable power capacity during 2024, reaching 4 448 giga.

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BSC seeks to update and extend battery recycling scheme

Sustainability Matters

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has openedpublic consultation on the Battery Stewardship Councils (BSC) application to continue and update its authorisation of B-cycle Australias official battery product stewardship program. The application seeks to extend the scheme for a further five years, with updates that include an annual review mechanism for levies and rebates, using eco-modulated formulas to ensure the system remains fair, transparentand responsive to changing

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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.