Renew Economy
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Chinese company completes world’s second-largest solar facility, a 3 GW PV farm built on an old cold mine, and starts first generation from the world's first gigawatt scale floating solar project. The post China floats its first gigawatt scale offshore solar park, and completes 3GW PV project at old coal mine appeared first on RenewEconomy.
ESG Today
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
California-based General Galactic, which is developing methods to generate fossil-free energy, announced that it has raised $8 million in seed funding, bringing total investment in the company to $10 million. Founded in 2023 by former SpaceX and Varda Space Industries engineers Halen Mattison and Luke Neise, General Galactic is developing a modular hardware platform that captures CO2 and converts it into 100% renewable, synthetic hydrocarbon fuel, that is directly compatible with existing energy
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Renew Economy
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Falling costs and rapidly increasing scale means that big batteries are doing the heavy lifting at crucial points for the grid, particularly around the solar duck curve. The post Batteries come of age, and are now doing the heavy lifting around the solar duck appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
For people who are pregnant or nursing, more use of personal care products is associated with higher detectable levels of synthetic chemicals known to have adverse health effects, a new study found. The study found that using personal care products like nail polish, makeup and hair dye while pregnant or lactating is associated with significantly higher levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS, in blood plasma and breast milk.
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.
Renew Economy
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
UK PM lays down the gauntlet on climate action to Australia and the rest of the developed world, committing to an interim emissions reduction target of at least 81% on 1990 levels by 2035. The post UK sets “shining example” for 2035 targets as COP29 gathers pace. Will Australia match its ambition? appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
November 12, 2024 /3BL/ - Decarbonization within the chemical manufacturing sector has become one of the key challenges in moving toward net zero goals. In an industry known for high levels of greenhouse gas emissions, many chemical manufacturers are embarking on a new era of eco-conscious production by transitioning to cleaner energy sources, utilizing alternative bio and recycled feedstocks, and implementing technologies such as carbon capture and storage (CCUS).
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ESG Today
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Energy transition-focused investment firm Denham Capital announced today the appointment of Justin DeAngelis as Global Head of Sustainable Infrastructure. In his new role, DeAngelis will assume full responsibility for the department’s strategic leadership and execution, the firm said. DeAngelis joined Denham in 2006, and has most recently been serving as Partner and Co-Head of Denham Sustainable Infrastructure (DSI) alongside Scott Mackin for approximately four years, overseeing the growth of th
Renew Economy
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
The new NSW benefit sharing guidelines have thrown up a potential problem for renewable and storage projects: Did they just cap developer contributions to community funds? The post Renewable energy developers raise questions about apparent cap on community funds in NSW appeared first on RenewEconomy.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
In this second episode on EHS audits, we discuss the EMEA region and the U.S. We hear from experts Lauren Corbett-Noon, Senior Consultant, Antea Group, Robert Szucs-Winkler, CEO and founder of denxpert, and Dr. Roland Langmoen, Senior Consultant and Partner at Baden Consulting. The group explores the opportunity provided by audits and the role of auditors as helpers and educators.
Renew Economy
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Scientists including Australia's CSIRO warn that there is a 50% chance the world's "carbon budget" will be exceeded in six years. The post Stubborn fossil fuel emissions threaten to blow global carbon budget appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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
Envirotec Magazine
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Researchers examined fruit fly larvae from multiple geographic locations, following their developmental time, behaviour, and long-term survival. Measuring exposure to over 1,000 different agrochemicals, researchers reported significant changes in behaviour and long-term survival of different insect populations in a new study (words: European Molecular Biology Laboratory).
Chris Hall
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Scottish Widows outlines portfolio impacts and dependencies in new report, encouraging peers to enhance engagement efforts. UK-based life insurance and pensions company Scottish Widows has urged peers to assess their nature impacts and dependencies by detailing its own in a new report, with a number of other institutional investors also highlighting their exposures.
Envirotec Magazine
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Image credit: Thomas Köhler/photothek. An important industry award in Germany has gone to direct current (DC) power technology firm Schaltbau for what’s described as the world’s first DC factory. Schaltbau’s NExT Factory in Velden, Germany has been in full operation since September 2023, incorporating advanced DC smart grid components and intelligent energy management, battery and thermal storage, and in a format that “can serve as a blueprint for green production in EuropeR
McKinsey Sustainabilty
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Business leaders must go beyond mitigating geopolitical risks to seizing the opportunities presented by the new world order. Here’s how.
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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.
Envirotec Magazine
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
The UK government says it is bolstering England’s resilience to flooding through additional financial support to farmers and rural communities, as well as refreshing its approach to delivering funding to make sure it works for communities, due to be announced today (13 November). Floods Minister Emma Hardy is to announce that an additional £50 million will be distributed to internal drainage boards (IDBs), the public bodies responsible for managing water levels for agricultural and environmental
McKinsey Sustainabilty
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Governments often face more constraints in meeting their objectives than most private sector companies do. Adopting practices that enhance organizational health can help.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
An estimated 600 million – almost 1 in 10 people in the world – get sick after eating contaminated food, according to the World Health Organization. To address this concern, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which has authority to regulate the way foods are grown, harvested and processed, created a regulatory framework around food safety.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Global carbon emissions from fossil fuels have reached a record high in 2024, according to new research.
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
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
We recently hosted an electrifying Careers in Energy Week Expo. Over 200 middle and high school students from New Castle County, including those from Academia Antonia Alonso Charter School, Odessa High School, Appoquinimink High School, Freire Charter Wilmington, Smyrna Middle School, Middletown High School, and William Penn High School, gathered to explore the diverse career opportunities at Delmarva Power.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Roughly 90 million years ago, climatic conditions in Antarctica were suitable for resin-producing trees. Researchers have now made the southernmost discovery of amber in the world.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
ATLANTA, November 12, 2024 /3BL/ - Habitat for Humanity International announced today that Whirlpool Foundation has renewed its support for the BuildBetter with Whirlpool program. Over the next two years, the Foundation will allocate $2.5M to help the global housing nonprofit construct stronger, more energy-efficient homes that are responsive to changing climate conditions and increasing climate hazards.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
A new study finds that limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius is still possible, but some countries require support to meet their climate responsibilities. An 'additional carbon accountability' indicator is introduced, revealing that the EU and 17 other countries must exceed their own current targets to achieve this global goal.
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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
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Every October, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, AEG’s German ice hockey champions, Eisbären Berlin, trade their usual team colors for a bold and meaningful hue: pink—as part of their annual “Pink in the Rink” campaign. The initiative has become a staple of the club’s charity efforts, blending the passion of sports with a powerful cause—raising awareness and funds in the fight against cancer.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Today’s rapidly developing risk landscape demands a new, more nimble approach for insurance companies to assess and respond to risks, a function inherently in their DNA.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are found everywhere in our environment. Some of them are a pressing environmental and public health concern, impacting drinking water supplies, ecosystems and communities globally. Whether in water , soil, waste or solids, these compounds pose significant challenges, from widespread contamination to complex treatment requirements and disposal considerations — all in the context of evolving regulations.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
A recent study correlates higher levels of pollutant particulate matter to higher occurrences of head and neck aerodigestive cancer.
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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.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Eastman “We had to find a solution for all of our cardboard,” said Marsha Edwards, senior environmental engineer at Eastman. “With our previous recycling partner closed, finding a baler became a top priority to keep cardboard out of the landfill and stay true to our sustainability commitments.” Edwards searched everywhere for a Kingsport, Tennessee, partner that could take Eastman’s cardboard and bale it for recycling.
Impact Alpha
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
As nonprofit hospitals shift from volume-based to value-based care, a powerful opportunity emerges to invest in the social determinants of health. Research indicates. The post How hospitals are partnering with CDFIs to invest in the social determinants of health appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
3BL Media
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Originally published by Environment+Energy Leader Everything U.S. companies know about sustainability reporting is about to change. For years, U.S. company sustainability reports have been voluntary disclosures that provided varying details into an organization’s corporate responsibility initiatives and their impact on society. However, under the European Union (EU) Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), companies doing business in Europe will need to develop robust reporting proce
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
A recent study on Cryptomeria japonica plots shows that trees dissipate wind energy by switching between two swaying behaviors at specific wind speeds, offering insights that may help in improved forest management to minimize damage caused by storms.
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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.
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