Wed.Jun 26, 2024

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Investors and activists demand an end to funding for lobby groups that oppose climate legislation

GreenBiz

They’re asking why companies with net-zero goals support the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, which often opposes federal climate legislation.

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Dutton compares wind turbines to 5G towers as he declares “huge support” for renewables

Renew Economy

Peter Dutton reportedly compares wind turbines to 5G towers as Coalition insists it is really a "huge" supporter of renewables, despite Nationals plan to bring them to a stop. The post Dutton compares wind turbines to 5G towers as he declares “huge support” for renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Why Lime uses big electric trucks to haul its small electric scooters

GreenBiz

The company cut emissions by 16% with modular scooters and switching its operational fleet to electric trucks.

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Australia will not come close to net zero by 2050 under Coalition’s nuclear plan

Renew Economy

Under the Coalition’s plan for nuclear power, emissions from the electricity sector in 2050 would be nearly 19 times higher than under Labor’s plan The post Australia will not come close to net zero by 2050 under Coalition’s nuclear plan appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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These 50 Canadian corporations are betting big on green

Corporate Knights

In early May, the federal government announced that Canada had “bent the curve” on climate pollution. New figures showed that carbon emissions in 2022 fell to “significantly lower” than pre-pandemic levels in 2019, giving hope that Canada can meet its net-zero commitments. “The hard work of Canadians is paying off,” Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault said.

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Renewable and battery developers hope new connection rules will eliminate delays and cost blowouts

Renew Economy

New rules on the connection process for wind, solar and battery projects - the subject of numerous delays, cost blowouts and contractor failures, have finally been unveiled. The post Renewable and battery developers hope new connection rules will eliminate delays and cost blowouts appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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First power sent to grid from Italian giant’s newest solar farm in Victoria

Renew Economy

New solar farm in northern Victoria has sent its first bursts of power to the grid, although it may not be fully operational until 2025. The post First power sent to grid from Italian giant’s newest solar farm in Victoria appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Schneider Electric Named the World’s Most Sustainable Company by Time Magazine and Statista

3BL Media

RUEIL-MALMAISON, France, June 26, 2024 /3BL/ - Schneider Electric , the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has topped the " World's Most Sustainable Companies for 2024 " list by Time magazine and Statista. This recognition reflects Schneider Electric's ambitious goals to reduce its own emissions, but also the company’s commitment to helping its customers to become more energy efficient and reduce their emissions.

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Fuel-free spinning machine to help ease more solar into Top End grid

Renew Economy

Ageing gas fired power station to have one of its units converted into a syncon to help accommodate more solar on the Top End grid. The post Fuel-free spinning machine to help ease more solar into Top End grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The Monorail Revolution: Transforming Urban Mobility in the Dominican Republic

3BL Media

In a bold stride towards reshaping urban transportation, DP World has successfully coordinated the delivery of four monorail cars from the United Kingdom to the Dominican Republic, showcasing our commitment to driving efficiency in global logistics. These monorail cars are part of a transformative public transportation project designed to alleviate urban congestion in Santiago, one of the Caribbean's bustling urban hubs.

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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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Solar giants produce more useful energy than Big Oil, and fossil fuel spending is going to waste

Renew Economy

The world's biggest solar panel makers now produce vastly more useful energy than Big Oil. The post Solar giants produce more useful energy than Big Oil, and fossil fuel spending is going to waste appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Montreal's transit corporation drives into top spot of Canada's best corporate citizens for 2024

Corporate Knights

Montreal’s transit corporation delivers precisely the kind of meat-and-potatoes service that most legacy transit agencies offer: it manages a 68-station subway network, the construction of which dates back to Quebec’s 1960s nation-building era and operates some 2,000 buses that haul Montrealers over more than 200 routes. Like busy transit operations everywhere, Société de transport de Montréal (STM) is axiomatically good for the climate and the local economy.

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Australia’s first renewable energy zone gets planning approval

Renew Economy

Planning approval given for the Central-West Orana renewable energy zone, the first in Australia to achieve this step. The post Australia’s first renewable energy zone gets planning approval appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Who are Canada's top international corporate citizens of 2024?

Corporate Knights

Who are this year’s top international corporate citizens in Canada? They are selected from companies that are not listed or headquartered in Canada and have the highest scores on the Corporate Knights sustainability rating methodology employed for the 2024 Global 100 most sustainable corporations in the world. Rank Name Score Country 1 Schneider Electric SE 72.9% France 2 Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson 67.2% Sweden 3 Umicore SA 58.9% Belgium 4 SAP SE 58.4% Germany 5 Novo Nordisk A/S 57.1% Denma

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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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Electrification and geothermal heating: Arena backs new ways to cut industrial emissions

Renew Economy

Producers of pet food, barramundi and wine will receive federal funding to study ways to save power and cut pollution, spurring others to fish for change. The post Electrification and geothermal heating: Arena backs new ways to cut industrial emissions appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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We mean business coalition board statement on the EU council’s 2024-2029 strategic agenda

We Mean Business Coalition

The EU’s Strategic Agenda defines Europe’s priorities for the 2024-2029 mandate, providing guidance to EU institutions. It will be adopted by the 27 heads of state and government during the European Council meeting on 27-28 June. Europe is at a pivotal moment, facing decisions on its strategic direction that will determine whether it leads or follows in the next great industrial revolution.

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Scientists stunned after discovering a gigantic missing blob of water in the Atlantic Ocean

Good.is: Planet

The giant mass of water stretches from the tip of Brazil to the Gulf of Guinea.

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America’s Dairy Cows Could Soon Have a Less Toxic Effect on the Climate

3BL Media

Originally published by Fast Company In May, the Food and Drug Administration said Bovaer met safety and efficacy requirements for use in dairy cows. The feed additive, distributed by Indiana-based Elanco Animal Health, has been shown to cut a dairy cow’s methane emissions by an average of 30%. It works by suppressing the gut enzyme that produces the gas, and has no adverse health effects for the cows—or for the humans who consume their milk, according to numerous studies.

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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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AI Evolution: Equipping Your Team Today for Tomorrow’s Challenges

Daniel Burrus

A huge buzzword in today’s digital age is “AI” or “artificial intelligence.” AI excites some people and strikes fear in others. Yet whatever your position, this Hard Trend is undeniable and will shape the future of your business or organization in some way. Applications like ChatGPT, deep data algorithms, and others are changing the face of work and how we approach business practices at an unprecedented speed.

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Marathon Petroleum Earns Perfect Score on Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index for Fourth Year

3BL Media

MPC scored 100% on the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fourth year. The CEI is the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ inclusion. For 2023-2024, MPC met all CEI criteria, earning the company a perfect score and the Equality 100 Award: Leader in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion.

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Private capital in insurance 2.0: Building the flywheel

McKinsey Sustainabilty

The relationship between insurers and private-capital firms has strengthened in recent years as distinctive investment management has become critical to executing the “virtuous flywheel” strategy.

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Culture, History and Conservation Collide in New Orleans: Looking Back at WHC Conservation Conference 2024

3BL Media

For more than 30 years, WHC (Wildlife Habitat Council) has been convening professionals working at the intersection of business and biodiversity. As the only international non-profit enabling private sector action for nature, WHC recognizes the importance of partnership and collaboration to facilitate effective conservation efforts worldwide. The annual WHC Conservation Conference provides the opportunity for corporate professionals and partners working in the nature space to make valuable conne

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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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Solar technology: Innovative light-harvesting system works very efficiently

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Researchers are reporting progress on the road to more efficient utilization of solar energy: They have developed an innovative light-harvesting system.

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State of Corporate Conservation 2024: Building a Bridge Across Time with Conservation Action

3BL Media

As the only international NGO focused exclusively on enabling private sector action for nature, WHC has convened professionals working at the intersection of business and nature since 1990. This post is a transcript of WHC President Margaret O’Gorman’s 2024 State of Corporate Conservation speech, presented in New Orleans at the 2024 WHC Conservation Conference on June 4, 2024.

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Anaplan CEO: How decision excellence drives enterprise performance

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Charlie Gottdiener discusses the growing importance of enterprise connectedness and the planning software provider’s research quantifying the business value of better decision making.

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The Importance of Listening: Meet Trish Brown

3BL Media

Originally published on GoDaddy Resource Library Tell us a little bit about yourself and your career journey, here at GoDaddy. I am Trish Brown, the Senior Global Recruiting Operations Manager here at GoDaddy. I joined GoDaddy in November of 2021 working with the Talent Acquisition Support Team where I managed the United States day-to-day operations of the candidate journey including interviewing and onboarding.

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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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Researchers address ocean paradox with 55 gallons of fluorescent dye

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Researchers have directly measured cold, deep water upwelling via turbulent mixing along the slope of a submarine canyon in the Atlantic Ocean.

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Message From Our Chair and CEO

3BL Media

Our colleagues are shaping a more sustainable future in collaboration with our customers, value chain partners, communities and many stakeholders. Together, we are building a stronger company with competitive advantages and a more resilient world. When asked what sets Dow apart, I often start with our exceptional team’s ambition to be the world’s most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company.

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Lufthansa Raises Fares to Cover Costs of New Climate Regulations

ESG Today

The Lufthansa Group announced today the introduction of a new Environmental Cost Surcharge to its fares, passing the cost associated with meeting growing environmental regulations on to customers. The surcharge applies to all flights sold and operated by the Lufthansa Group departing from the 27 EU countries as well as the UK, Norway and Switzerland from January 1, 2025 and booked from June 26, 2024.

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MetLife’s Latest Sustainability Report Demonstrates How It Lives Its Purpose

3BL Media

MetLife published its annual Sustainability Report on how the company is living its purpose – Always with you, building a more confident future – through the strength of its people, products, services, and investments. At MetLife, sustainability means managing business responsibly and sustaining people throughout their lives. To help drive progress toward a sustainable future, MetLife has aligned its sustainability strategy with a subset of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals that a

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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.