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Green Mountain Energy Awards Grant for Rooftop Solar Array at Texas Hearing Institute

3BL Media

HOUSTON, February 20, 2025 /3BL/ - On Thursday, February 20, Texas Hearing Institute and Green Mountain Energy Sun Club Flipped the Switch on a newly installed 150.7kW rooftop solar array, as part of the institutes sustainability initiative to become more energy efficient. Green Mountain Energy employees participated in a tour of the facility and spent the morning volunteering within the Melinda Webb School reading to students.

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Peter Dutton’s nuclear accounting trick #3: Hide the costs of keeping coal

Renew Economy

The Coalitions nuclear plan takes a gamble with our electricity system that old coal will last the distance. Itdoesnt account for the risks and extreme costs if that gamble fails. The post Peter Dutton’s nuclear accounting trick #3: Hide the costs of keeping coal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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BIER Member Spotlight: Justin Merrell

3BL Media

Name: Justin Merrell | Group Sustainability Director Company: LION Connect with Justin on LinkedIn Welcome to our series aimed at spotlighting the individual leaders within BIER member companies and stakeholder organizations. Learn how these practitioners and their companies are addressing pressing challenges around water, energy, agriculture, and climate change, and what inspires each of them to advance environmental sustainability in the beverage sector and collectively, overall.

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Green iron fund will lay foundations for Australia to become renewable energy superpower

Renew Economy

A Green Iron Investment Fund is exactly what Australia needs to lay the foundations for Australia becoming a Renewable Energy Superpower. The post Green iron fund will lay foundations for Australia to become renewable energy superpower 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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Duke Energy Provides $200,000 in Grants To Help Nonprofits That Support Senior Citizens in South Carolina

3BL Media

Funding supports 20 organizations each with $10,000 Grants are a continuation of assistance to senior programs, with more than $300,000 distributed over the past two years GREENVILLE, S.C., February 20, 2025 /3BL/ - Duke Energy is providing $200,000 in grants to South Carolina organizations that help the states aging population with services and support, particularly for seniors with income challenges.

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Mount Isa turns to wind, solar and gravity storage to save city as big mines close

Renew Economy

Mount Isa is looking to green energy and gravity storage in its disused mine shafts to secure a future for the city once its big mines close. The post Mount Isa turns to wind, solar and gravity storage to save city as big mines close appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Elon Musk’s Tesla big battery tweets put Australia on road to green energy, now he might derail it

Renew Economy

Musk's big battery tweets set Australia on a path to a renewables revolution in 2017. His utterings on X in this election could help shape the future of energy in Australia. The post Elon Musk’s Tesla big battery tweets put Australia on road to green energy, now he might derail it appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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New Holland at the 2025 International Agricultural Show With the T7.270 Methane Power

3BL Media

CNH brand, New Holland , will be present at the Salon International de l'Agriculture (SIA) at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, the annual meeting place for French agriculture. The T7.270 Methane Power will be presented to the public to illustrate the New Holland brand's commitment to decarbonising agriculture. The event is being held from 22 February to 2 March.

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METYCLE Raises $15 Million to Modernize Metal Recycling

ESG Today

Startup METYCLE announced that it has raised 14.4 million (USD$14.8 million) in a Series A funding round to expand its platform for the sale and purchase of recycled and scrap metal, which aims to bring more efficiency to the global market, making it easier to recycle more metal and to reduce carbon emissions. According to the company, using recycled metals offers a cost-effective way to decarbonize metal production, reducing emissions by as much as 95% compared to primary production, and costin

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Verizon Innovative Learning Reaches 8.5 Million Students, Adds 34 Schools for 2025–2026 School Year

3BL Media

Verizon NEW YORK, February 20, 2025 /3BL/ - Verizon Innovative Learning, an award-winning education initiative, has reached over 8.5 million students, bringing Verizon closer to its goal of empowering 10 million by 2030. Through partnerships with leading academic institutions and educational providers, Verizon Innovative Learning empowers teachers and students with new ways of learning through technology-integrated curriculum, emerging technologies, and extensive support for educators.

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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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JCB’s hydrogen combustion engine approved for use

Envirotec Magazine

Lord Bamford pictured with JCBs hydrogen combustion engine. JCB has seemingly cleared significant hurdles in its development of the worlds first hydrogen combustion engine after securing rulings from licensing authorities allowing it to be used commercially in machines, the company announced in January. JCB says it is the first construction equipment company to develop a fully working combustion engine fuelled by hydrogen and the group said a team of 150 engineers had been working on the 100 mil

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Schneider Electric Exceeds Its 2024 Sustainability Target and Approaches the End of Its Current Program

3BL Media

RUEIL-MALMAISON, France, February 20, 2025 /3BL/ - Schneider Electric , the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today published details of its sustainability performance for the final quarter of 2024, alongside its full-year financial results. The companys Sustainability Impact (SSI) score reached 7.55 out of ten, surpassing the 2024 end-year target of 7.40.

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Mizuho, GenZero to Develop Transition Credits to Accelerate Shift to Clean Energy

ESG Today

Tokyo-based banking and financial services company Mizuho Bank and Temasek-owned decarbonization solutions-focused investment platform GenZero announced today a new partnership aimed at developing transition credits to help fund the acceleration of the early retirement of coal-fired power plants. Coal is by far the largest source of energy-based CO2 emissions globally, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA), accounting for 45% of emissions from fuel combustion in 2022, ahead of oil a

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MPC Ranks as One of America’s Most JUST Companies

3BL Media

Key Points Marathon Petroleum Corp. (MPC) was named one of Americas Most JUST Companies by JUST Capital and CNBC, ranking 35th out of 940 companies and leading the oil and gas industry for the second consecutive year. MPC's recognition highlights its commitment to creating shared value for employees, shareholders and communities. JUST Capital, an independent research nonprofit, evaluates companies based on public priorities and ranks them on issues such as employee investment, governance, commun

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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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Scientists decode DNA of white oak tree

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Highly valued economically, ecologically and culturally, the white oak (Quercus alba) is a keystone forest species and is one of the most abundant trees across much of eastern North America. It also faces declining seedling recruitment in many parts of its range. Researchers describe the species' complex genome, providing insights into fundamental questions about plant evolution, tree breeding and genetic improvement efforts that could help forest managers plan for and address future forest reso

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Tech Spotlight: SLB Introduces Innovative Sourceless Technology for Accurate Formation Density Measurements While Drilling

3BL Media

We recently introduced NovoSphere, the industrys only sourceless formation evaluation logging-while-drilling (LWD) service. This innovative technology provides accurate formation density and porosity measurements for drilling without the use of a chemical radioactive source. What it offers The technology behind the NovoSphere service includes advanced hardware and digital modeling capabilities that provide sourceless density measurement for enhanced measurement precision and accuracy at an exten

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Akaysha inks revenue swap deal for Queensland big battery with commodities trader

Renew Economy

Akaysha Energy signs "sophisticated" revenue swap deal for its new Queensland big battery with a global commodities trader. The post Akaysha inks revenue swap deal for Queensland big battery with commodities trader appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Helping Pennsylvanians Access Health Coverage by Understanding Their Needs and Preferences

3BL Media

The Pennsylvania Enrollment Assistance Program (PA EAP) helps Medicaid-eligible residents learn about their benefits and select the best health plans and providers for themselves and their families. The state offers many ways for people to engage with these servicesincluding through digital platforms, during community outreach presentations, and by phone.

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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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From the Past to the Future

Stanford Social Innovation

By Jen Astone & Daniel Moss We already know how to invest in the kind of equitable and sustainable food systems that can build climate resilience. Yet while the hazards of industrial agriculture (and the opportunities offered by agroecological food systems) are equally well known , most money still bets on the status quo: increasing the use of imported fertilizers and pesticides and motorized irrigation, despite high costs and questionable returns.

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Giving Back and Rising Up Against Hunger on the National Day of Service

3BL Media

Martin Luther King Jr. Day (MLK Day) is always a special time at FedEx, where we celebrate the life and legacy of the civil rights leader, as well as his commitment to service. For years, weve sponsored free admission at civil rights museums across the south, allowing people to experience the history on display while honoring Dr. King. This year, more than 8,000 museum goers braved cold weather to participate in MLK Day festivities at the National Civil Rights Museum (NCRM) in Memphis, the Birmi

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Indigenous-owned energy retailer branches further across NEM, supplies power to NBN

Renew Economy

Australia's first Indigenous-owned energy retailer is expanding into two more states just eight months after launching. The post Indigenous-owned energy retailer branches further across NEM, supplies power to NBN appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Leidos Supports Security Scanner Donation to Enhance Costa Rica’s Port Security

3BL Media

The U.S. government recently delivered two fixed scanner portals to the Costa Rican government to help bolster the nations port security. Leidos VACIS IP6500 is a key technology in the fixed portal system, which was donated and will be deployed at Costa Ricas Japdeva and Caldera ports. These systems are designed to enhance the countrys ability to detect and intercept illicit activities while supporting the efficient movement of cargo.

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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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South Australia’s biggest battery project secures a buyer and a “quite enormous” offtake deal

Renew Economy

First stage of one of South Australia's biggest battery projects has been bought up by a major Australian asset manager and secured a "tolling" deal. The post South Australia’s biggest battery project secures a buyer and a “quite enormous” offtake deal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Georgia Conservancy Oyster Roast Supports Ecological Stewardship – Georgia-Pacific Is Coastal Sponsor

3BL Media

"I'm looking forward to seeing friends at the annual Georgia Conservancy Oyster Roast this Saturday at Grove Point in Savannah," said John Mulcahy, VP of Stewardship at Georgia-Pacific LLC. "I've had the opportunity to support the Conservancy as a trustee since 2021 and will again represent Georgia-Pacific LLC as a Coastal Sponsor." The Georgia Conservancy works to protect Georgia through ecological and economic solutions for stewardship, conservation and sustainable use of the land and its reso

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Carbon Removal Startup Founded by 16-Year Old Raises $3.5 Million to Eliminate 1.5 Million Tons of CO2

ESG Today

Regenerative agriculture and carbon removal-focused startup CarbonZero.Eco, founded by 16-year old Harper Moss, announced that it has raised $3.5 million, with proceeds aimed at supporting its biochar-based projects to remove CO2 from the atmosphere while improving crop yields for farmers. Based in Silicon Valley, CarbonZero.Eco was launched by Moss, reportedly driven by a passion to make a positive impact on the planet, and following engagement with experts in carbon capture and carbon offset.

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Wesco Releases "Wesco Cares Program Overview" Pamphlet Highlighting Its Corporate Philanthropy

3BL Media

Download or Read the Wesco Cares Program Overview here Giving back to our communities is an essential part of who we are. That commitment is the inspiration behind Wesco Cares. This corporate philanthropic program allows Wesco to make a positive and lasting impact within the communities where our employees work and reside. We recently released the Wesco Cares Corporate Philanthropy pamphlet highlighting the company's corporate partnerships and philanthropic commitments, including: Habitat For Hu

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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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2025 Global Dialogue Postponed

Caux Round Table

The Caux Round Table 2025 Global Dialogue, in partnership with the Convention of Independent Financial Advisors and Center for Professional Ethics at Marymount University, is postponed until October. The later date will better accommodate a number of potential speakers and interested participants. Shortly, we will send you an invitation with the new dates and proposed agenda, along with relevant information on registration and accommodations.

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Chemours Launches Ti-Pure™ TS-6706, a TMP/TME- Free Version of Flagship Universal Grade, Ti-Pure™ R-706

3BL Media

Chemours recently announced the launch of Ti-Pure TS-6706 , a TMP- and TME- free version of Ti-Pure R-706 the benchmark, universal titanium dioxide (TiO) grade that works reliably for a variety of coatings applications where appearance is critical. As the industrys trusted TiO partner, we are thrilled to offer a TMP- and TME-free version of our most popular pigment, said Diane Picho, Interim President, Chemours Titanium Technologies.

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NSW announces review into transmission planning as it plots route to renewables and storage

Renew Economy

NSW announces review into transmission planning in possible move to have more say about what and where things are built. The post NSW announces review into transmission planning as it plots route to renewables and storage appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Bloomberg Launches New Solution to Help Investors Assess Portfolio Climate Risks and Opportunities

ESG Today

Business and financial markets information service provider Bloomberg announced the launch of MARS Climate, a new solution aimed at enabling buy-side and sell-side financial firms to quantify and manage climate risks and opportunities across portfolios. The new solution forms part of Bloombergs Multi-Asset Risk Management (MARS) suite. According to Bloomberg, the launch of the new solution comes to help investors address increasing demands by regulators and central banks to assess their exposure

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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.