The week in climate policy: 4 updates you need to know
GreenBiz
APRIL 19, 2024
Permitting reform holds up renewable energy transmission in the West; the EU is getting serious about ocean conservation.
GreenBiz
APRIL 19, 2024
Permitting reform holds up renewable energy transmission in the West; the EU is getting serious about ocean conservation.
3BL Media
APRIL 19, 2024
For the team at Chemours, the communities where we operate are also where we live work and play, and our mutual success is one and the same. We invest time and resources in our communities to make a meaningful difference. That’s the driving force behind our goal of building vibrant communities by investing $50 million in expanding access to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education, sustainable environment programs, and safety initiatives.
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GreenBiz
APRIL 19, 2024
Local startup innovators share their origin stories and what’s next for the Windy City’s circular economy leadership.
3BL Media
APRIL 19, 2024
CNH has developed its I’m Breaking New Ground series to recognize organizations and individuals who are committed to making a difference. The company welcomes Kate Hoare, winner of the Women in Ag Award at Agritechnica, to the series. Kate, together with her husband Kevin, actively pioneered a biomethane-capturing slurry lagoon at Trenance Farm in Cornwall thanks to CNH’s partnership with Bennamann.
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
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
APRIL 19, 2024
Toxic chemicals used to flame-proof plastic materials can be absorbed into the body through skin, via contact with microplastics, new research shows.
3BL Media
APRIL 19, 2024
April 19, 2024 /3BL/ - Today Bath & Body Works announces its inclusion on USA Today’s list of America’s Customer Service Champions. In partnership with the data analysis company Plant A Insights, USA Today surveyed 33,000 U.S. consumers who provided over 519,000 company reviews. Respondents evaluated businesses according to overall customer experience as well as the quality of service delivery across seven key categories important to consumers.
ESG Impact Zone brings together the best content for ESG professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
3BL Media
APRIL 19, 2024
DUBLIN, April 19, 2024 /3BL/ - Americans overwhelmingly say that when they think about longevity, it's more than just living longer—it's about living their healthiest, best lives. While most want to live to 90—well past the average U.S. life expectancy of 77.5 years—nearly two-thirds (66%) would choose a shorter, healthier life over a longer one with health issues.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
APRIL 19, 2024
What does it take to constructively engage and transform conflict? Harvard’s William Ury, expert negotiator and coauthor of the best-selling classic Getting to Yes, offers a way out of the seemingly impossible problems of our time.
3BL Media
APRIL 19, 2024
Watch our Chairman and CEO John Schlifske discuss our commitment to sustainability and social impact. Originally published by Northwestern Mutual on April 17th, 2024 We put people first, helping our clients build financial security across generations. This is why a commitment to sustainability and social impact is at the core of our business. Check out five key takeaways from our 2023 Sustainability and Social Impact report: Delivering financial security for 167 Years We’ve been helping people t
James Militzer
APRIL 19, 2024
The world is changing demographically, with a growing divergence between birthrates in the Global North and South moving us towards a future where developing nations become international hubs of culture, commerce and work. But the growth of the youth population in these countries can also cause (or worsen) some key development challenges. To take one example, one in five children in sub-Saharan Africa are out of school , and without effective, scalable solutions, the region won’t meet SDG 4’s go
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
3BL Media
APRIL 19, 2024
Originally published on Saint-Gobain Newsroom Saint-Gobain, through its building materials subsidiary CertainTeed Siding, announced that it has achieved a 96% reduction (Scopes 1 & 2 only) in emissions from the manufacturing of polymer shakes, vinyl trim, millwork, and vinyl siding at its manufacturing facilities in McPherson, Kansas, Social Circle, Georgia, and Williamsport, Maryland, respectively.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
APRIL 19, 2024
Climate change will increase the future value of residential rooftop solar panels across the United States by up to 19% by the end of the century, according to a new study.
3BL Media
APRIL 19, 2024
New programs boost environmentally responsible travel and support economic advancement in local communities across the globe Following successful pilots, Expedia Group is now accepting submissions SEATTLE, April 19, 2024 /3BL/ - Expedia Group announced the launch of two new programs — Destination Climate Champions and the Destination Giveback Initiative — both designed to support destination marketing and management organizations (DMOs) in becoming better environmental stewards and helping ensur
ESG Today
APRIL 19, 2024
UK fintech startup Unwritten announced that it has raised $3.5 million in a seed funding round, with proceeds aimed at advancing the company’s solutions enabling investors and companies to integrate climate change into their investment and capital allocation decisions. Launched in 2022 by co-founders Dr. Phillip Marks and Amos Wittenberg, London-based Unwritten, formerly Dovetail Finance, provides solutions aimed at enabling investors, lenders and companies to price climate opportunity and risk
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.
3BL Media
APRIL 19, 2024
Discover the inspiring stories of Keysight employees who've thrived through the MESA program. Through mentorship, skill-building, and community engagement, they've unlocked their potential, driving innovation and diversity in STEM. Join us as we celebrate their journey and the impact of MESA on shaping future leaders. About Keysight Technologies At Keysight (NYSE: KEYS), we inspire and empower innovators to bring world-changing technologies to life.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
APRIL 19, 2024
EPFL researchers have developed the first comprehensive model of the quantum-mechanical effects behind photoluminescence in thin gold films; a discovery that could drive the development of solar fuels and batteries.
3BL Media
APRIL 19, 2024
Cadence is thrilled to announce the eight recipients of Cadence’s 2023 Latinx Students in Technology Scholarship and spotlight their outstanding achievements. Over the past three years, the number of applications for this scholarship has nearly doubled with each cycle, and we are excited to see this growth continue. Muchas felicidades to the selected students—each of our recipients is pursuing a technical degree and was awarded this scholarship based on their strong academic record, work in the
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
APRIL 19, 2024
Earthquakes and landslides are famously difficult to predict and prepare for. By studying a miniature version of the ground in the lab, scientists have demonstrated how these events can be triggered by a small external shock wave. Bring a flotation device: it involves the ground briefly turning into a liquid!
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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.
3BL Media
APRIL 19, 2024
STEINHAUSEN, Switzerland, April 19, 2024 /3BL/ - Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS), a global healthcare company, today announced that it has donated more than 7 million doses of medicine to its long-standing partner Direct Relief to support humanitarian medical relief efforts across the world. The donation came via Viatris’ Swiss affiliate, Viatris Pharma GmbH, and included medicine from a wide range of therapeutic areas, such as gastroenterology and cardiology, among others, to help meet urgent medic
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
APRIL 19, 2024
What can be done when one threatened animal kills another? Scientists studying critically endangered lemurs in Madagascar confronted this difficult reality when they witnessed attacks on lemurs by another vulnerable species, a carnivore called a fosa.
3BL Media
APRIL 19, 2024
At Tapestry we believe that difference sparks brilliance. Equity, inclusion and diversity (EI&D) pave the way for unlocking the potential of our people, our business and our communities. As such, we aim to cultivate possibilities for everyone, including our business partners. Embracing our responsibility in the marketplace as a global fashion company is a key focus of EI&D at Tapestry.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
APRIL 19, 2024
Researchers have found that modern weather models can accurately predict the energy that Earth emits and reflects into space, which directly affects the movements of low Earth-orbiting (LEO) satellites. By leveraging these models, the researchers gained insights into how LEO satellites respond to weather events below, such as tropical cyclones with tall and reflective clouds.
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
APRIL 19, 2024
Anthony Pugliese, president and CEO of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), joins co-host Mandi McReynolds to discuss global internal audit standards and their impact on corporate governance, risk management, and ESG reporting. From enhancing collaboration among teams to leveraging technology for audit programs, tune in as they discuss how organizations can adapt to today's dynamic business environment.
Good.is: Planet
APRIL 19, 2024
People are lauding the restaurant that extended a wholesome gesture towards the hungry man who was expecting just crumbs.
3BL Media
APRIL 19, 2024
SEATTLE, April 19, 2024 /3BL/ - KeyBank (NYSE: KEY) announced it has received the honor of ranking #1 for the most small business loans $350,000 or less in Washington Congressional Districts 1, 3, 7, 8, and 9 by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 2023 fiscal year. Districts include: Washington’s 1 st Congressional District encompasses part of Bellevue and Kirkland, following I-5 up to Arlington.
Good.is: Planet
APRIL 19, 2024
The survivor kept the watch that he wore that night as it remained frozen in time, stopping at 02:20 AM.
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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
APRIL 19, 2024
Today, World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the global conservation nonprofit, released a new Public Service Announcement (PSA) ahead of Earth Day (April 22 nd ), and ahead of the upcoming global plastic treaty negotiations (April 23-29). The PSA, geared towards addressing the global plastic pollution crisis, features ‘Beautiful Day’ the iconic song by U2, and pairs with a child’s voiceover bringing an unfiltered and hopeful and powerful message to this critical issue.
ESG Today
APRIL 19, 2024
European asset manager Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM), announced the launch of the L&G Energy Transition Commodities UCITS ETF, a new fund aimed at providing investors with exposure with commodities that are key to the energy transition. Steven de Vries, Head of Wholesale UK, Europe and Latin America at LGIM, said: “Demand for strategies that provide inflation risk mitigation and uncorrelated market exposure has been significant of late, not least due to the macroeconomic b
3BL Media
APRIL 19, 2024
Cummins COLUMBUS, Ind. /3BL/ - Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) has commissioned its diesel hybrid solution in partnership with one of China’s leading rigid mining truck manufacturers, North Hauler Joint Stock Co., Ltd. (NHL), demonstrating progress in decarbonization for industrial customers. The hybrid NHL NTH260, a 220 metric ton payload mining truck, rolled off the production line in January and is headed to Baiyun Iron Mine of Baogang Group, China, to begin field testing in March.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
APRIL 19, 2024
The Dura-Europos site in modern-day Syria is famous for its exceptional state of preservation. Like Pompeii, this ancient city has yielded many great discoveries, and serves as a window into the world of the ancient Hellenistic, Parthian, and Roman periods. Yet despite the prominence of Dura-Europos in Near Eastern scholarship, there is another city, only some miles down the Euphrates river, that presents a long-neglected opportunity for study.
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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.
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