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Project Portfolio Management Trends: Navigating the Future in 2025 and Beyond

Green Project Management

Project Portfolio Management (PPM) has evolved from a mere prioritization exercise to a strategic imperative driving organizational success. As we get going in 2025, PPM is poised to undergo significant transformations. Advancements in technology, evolving work paradigms, and a heightened emphasis on strategic alignment are reshaping how organizations manage their project portfolios.

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Extreme climate pushed thousands of lakes in West Greenland 'across a tipping point,' study finds

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Following two months of record heat and precipitation in fall 2022, an estimated 7,500 lakes in West Greenland turned brown, began emitting carbon and decreased in water quality in less than a year. The spike in temperatures caused the precipitation to fall as rain instead of snow. The heat also caused permafrost to thaw, releasing an abundance of carbon, iron, magnesium and other elements that the rain washed into the lakes.

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Celebrating the Comeback of the Red-Cockaded Woodpecker

3BL Media

Southern Company Southern Company, along with its subsidiaries Alabama Power, Georgia Power, Mississippi Power and Virginia Natural Gas, is proud to celebrate the remarkable recovery of the red-cockaded woodpecker (RCW), which has been downlisted from endangered to threatened under the Endangered Species Act. This achievement marks more than 50 years of dedicated conservation efforts by a coalition of federal and state agencies, private landowners and conservation groups.

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Quinbrook seals record finance deal to build huge “Supernode” data centre battery

Renew Economy

Developer Quinbrook Infrastructure starts the year with the biggest ever funding deal for a battery in Australia, with $722 million for the huge Supernode BESS. The post Quinbrook seals record finance deal to build huge “Supernode” data centre battery 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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Accelerating Impact in New Arenas

3BL Media

We have witnessed a rapid increase in the adoption of sustainable and energy-efficient technologies. For example, global sales of electric vehicles have surged from 1 million to over 10 million in the last five years , indicating a growing demand from consumers for sustainable transportation options. At the same time, demand for energy is expected to double in the next few years as a result of AI and other advanced technologies.

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We can make fertilizer more efficiently under the surface of the Earth

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Instead of relying on energy-hungry reactors to generate high temperatures and pressure, researchers are looking underground at Earth's natural heat and forces to cook up ammonia for fertilizer. In a proof-of-concept study, researchers generated ammonia by mixing nitrogen-laced water with iron-rich rocks -- without any energy input or CO2 emission. This new recipe may lead to a more sustainable alternative to current methods, theoretically churning out enough ammonia for 2.42 million years.

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Stepping up to mandatory Scope 3 emissions reporting: a smooth transition

Sustainability Matters

As Australia ushers in a new era of climate-related financial disclosure, many organisations are gearing up for a significant shift in their reporting practices. Since 1 January 2025, the disclosure of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions transitioned from voluntary to mandatory, marking a crucial step in the countrys commitment to addressing climate change.

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Celebrating the International Day of Education - How DP World Is Helping Prepare the Next Generation

3BL Media

From renovating school libraries in Suriname to running career fairs in Brazil, supporting education initiatives in the Dominican Republic, and pioneering port-focused qualifications in Ecuador, DP World is proving that education can flow as seamlessly as global trade. When you think of a logistics leader like DP World, you probably imagine shipping containers and cranes not classrooms and scholarships.

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Marinus Link moves closer to construction as short-list narrows down to two contenders

Renew Economy

Marinus Link has narrowed the field for who will build the onshore infrastructure to two groups, with a decision to be made in Q4. The post Marinus Link moves closer to construction as short-list narrows down to two contenders appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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FedEx Strengthens Environmental Conservation Efforts in Collaboration With Society of Wilderness

3BL Media

TAIPEI, Taiwan, January 21, 2025 /3BL/ - Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), one of the worlds largest express transportation companies, has recently partnered with the Society of Wilderness (SoW) to tackle water resource challenges. As part of this initiative, FedEx encouraged team members and their families to join a riverside cleanup along the Touchian River in Hsinchu.

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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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Big battery joins solar farm to complete “cutting edge” hybrid renewables system

Renew Economy

Vena Energy says it has completed Australia's largest utility-scale hybrid renewable facility with a single connection to the grid. The post Big battery joins solar farm to complete “cutting edge” hybrid renewables system appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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KeyBank Provides $36.4 Million of Financing for New Affordable Housing in Toledo, Ohio

3BL Media

CLEVELAND, January 21, 2025 /3BL/ - KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) provided a $15.5 million construction loan, a $3.18 million permanent loan and $17.7 million in low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) to finance the new construction of The Grand and The Glen, a scattered two site workforce affordable housing project in Toledo, OH.

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SBTi Passes 10,000 Companies Committing to Science-Based Climate Targets

ESG Today

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), one of the key organizations focused on aligning corporate environmental sustainability action with the global goals of limiting climate change,announced a key milestone, reaching more than 10,000 businesses that have set science-based emissions reduction targets, or made commitments to do so. The achievement marks significant growth for the organization, with the number of companies committing to climate targets rising by 29% over the past year from

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Driving Zero Waste: Lenovo Targets 90% Recovery of Non-Hazardous Waste and Ensures Safe Disposal of Hazardous Materials

3BL Media

Originally published in Lenovo's 2023/24 ESG Report Lenovos day-to-day operation around the globe generates non-hazardous waste and minimal quantities of hazardous waste. To ensure that waste is properly managed and, in an attempt, to minimize environmental impact, Lenovos waste, both non-hazardous and hazardous, are separated and collected from the site of generation to be disposed of through third-party waste management organizations in accordance with its Site Environmental Programs Manual an

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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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Fact check: No, a Queensland solar farm was not “smashed” by wild weather

Renew Economy

A social media post featuring a fake news report is spreading a false claim about damage to a solar farm in the Sunshine State. The post Fact check: No, a Queensland solar farm was not “smashed” by wild weather appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Albertsons Companies Awarded Progressive Grocer Impact Award for Supply Chain Transparency

3BL Media

Albertsons Companies has been honored with two 2024 Impact Awards from Progressive Grocer , underscoring the company's unwavering commitment to its Recipe for Change. This initiative emphasizes the importance of supporting the planet we share and the communities we serve. One of the awards recognizes Albertsons Cos.' efforts in improving seafood supply chain transparency.

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First US offshore wind farm powers back up after blade break, under strict new conditions

Renew Economy

America's first offshore wind farm gets the all-clear to resume operations, but under strict conditions, including the removal of scores of potentially faulty turbine blades. The post First US offshore wind farm powers back up after blade break, under strict new conditions appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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KKR Acquires Dawsongroup to Accelerate Strategy to Decarbonize Company Fleets

ESG Today

Alternative asset and private equity investor KKR announced today an agreement to acquire UK-based asset leasing business, with the transaction aimed at supporting the companys growth and its strategy to help businesses transition their fleets to net zero. The acquisition will be made as part of KKRs Global Climate strategy. KKR launched the strategy in 2023 in its infrastructure unit, which the firm said marked an expansion on its focus on climate investing.

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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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The importance of eco-friendly sensors in global food supply

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Researchers present paper-based temperature and humidity sensors that are accurate, reliable, and eco-friendly. The team created the sensors by printing silver lines on commercially available paper through dry additive nanomanufacturing. As the paper absorbs water vapor, its capacitance change is measured to reflect the relative humidity of the environment, and as the temperature increases, the metallic conductor experiences an increase in resistivity.

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To Bot or Not to Bot? How AI Companions Are Reshaping Human Services and Connection

Stanford Social Innovation

By Julia Freeland Fisher Last year, a Harvard study on chatbots drew a startling conclusion: AI companions significantly reduce loneliness. The researchers found that synthetic conversation partners, or bots engineered to be caring and friendly, curbed loneliness on par with interacting with a fellow human. The study was silent, however, on the irony behind these findings: synthetic interaction is not a real, lasting connection.

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More Short Videos on Relevant and Timely Topics

Caux Round Table

We recently posted a couple more short videos on relevant and timely topics. They include: – The Way of the Viking – The Comfort of Complexity – Some Thoughts on Healthcare All our videos can be found on our YouTube page here. We recently put them into 9 playlists, whichyou can find here. If you aren’t following us on Twitter or haven’t liked us on Facebook , please do so.

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Cycle of coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef now at 'catastrophic' levels

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Marine scientists highlights the complex interplay between heat stress, disease onset and coral mortality. They found that 66 percent of the colonies were bleached by February 2024 and 80 per cent by April. By July, 44 percent of the bleached colonies had died, with some coral genera, such as Acropora, experiencing a staggering 95 percent mortality rate.

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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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Achieving growth: Putting leadership mindsets and behaviors into action

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Growth requires the right mix of outlook, strategy, and capabilities. Top leaders achieve their goals by turning five mindsets into action.

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Marketing Velocity Central Toolkit: Empowering Partners to Save Time and Money

Cisco CSR

Discover Marketing Velocity Learning: Empowering partners with essential tools and bite-sized courses for seamless co-marketing campaigns, personalized learning paths, and efficient asset customizationaligning with Cisco's strategy for impactful results.

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How Open Source AI Is Evolving Healthcare

3BL Media

Open source AI models like Llama are available for free for organizations to use, modify and build on, making this critical technology more accessible than commercial models.

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Interior secretary manages vast lands that all Americans share − and can sway the balance between conservation and development

Environmental News Bits

by Emily Wakild, Boise State University The Department of the Interior was created in 1849 as the United States was rapidly expanding and acquiring territory. It became known as the department of everything else for its enormous portfolio of missions, which ranged from western expansion to oversight of the District of Columbia jail.

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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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What Is a Mutual Insurance Company?

3BL Media

Originally published by Northwestern Mutual on January 3, 2025 What is a mutual insurance company? A mutual insurance company is an insurance company that is owned by policyholdersthe very people who purchase coverage from the company. How common are mutual insurance companies? According to the American Council of Life Insurers 2023 Life Insurance Fact Book, a little more than 15 percent of all life insurers doing business in the United States in 2022 (110 out of 727) were mutual insurance compa

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Biochar-amended soil can further sorb atmospheric CO2 for more carbon sequestration

Environmental News Bits

Gui, X., Xu, X., Zhang, Z., Hu, L., Huang, W., Zhao, L., & Cao, X. (2025). Biochar-amended soil can further sorb atmospheric CO2 for more carbon sequestration. Communications Earth & Environment, 6(1), 5. [link] [open access] Abstract Input of biochar into soil is considered as an efficient technology for carbon sequestration.

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Wesco 2024 Sustainability Report: Cybersecurity and Data Protection

3BL Media

Read the 2024 Wesco Sustainability Report here Cybersecurity and Data Protection Cybersecurity and data protection is an enterprise wide priority and is reflected in engagements with our customers and suppliers. Our comprehensive approach to securing our data and business systems from attack, compromise, or loss includes a combination of leading technologies, policies and procedures and a 24/7 cybersecurity operations team monitoring our environment for signs of attack and responding in real tim

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New evidence suggests megaflood refilled the Mediterranean Sea five million years ago

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new study provides compelling new evidence that a colossal 'megaflood' refilled the Mediterranean Sea, ending a period during which the Med was a vast expanse of salt flats. The study suggests the Zanclean Megaflood ended the Messinian Salinity Crisis, which lasted between 5.97 and 5.33 million years ago.

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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.