Fri.Dec 13, 2024

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Biggest losers from Coalition’s nuclear plan will be Australia’s 4 million solar households, industry says

Renew Economy

Coalition's nuclear power plan would be a disaster for the climate, for energy bills, and large scale renewables, but the biggest losers would be Australia's four million-and-counting solar households. The post Biggest losers from Coalition’s nuclear plan will be Australia’s 4 million solar households, industry says appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Evolving EVOLVE 2030: Circularity as a New Evaluation Criterion

3BL Media

The circularity of products is playing an increasingly important role in the economy. The chemical company Chemours has also taken this into account in EVOLVE 2030 2.0: In the further developed methodology for the sustainability assessment of products, the circularity of materials and packaging is now a defined and central factor. Chemours chemistry is essential for our everyday lives, be it in the refrigeration needed to preserve food and medicine, or in the critical components in our electroni

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New device produces critical fertilizer ingredient from thin air, cutting carbon emissions

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new prototype device demonstrates an innovative approach to producing ammonia -- a key component of fertilizer -- that could transform an industry responsible for about one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions.

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Anaerobic Digestion in Canada: One More Step to Solving the Climate Crisis

3BL Media

Anaerobic digestion, the process in which bacteria breaks down organic matter such as food wastes, wastewater biosolids and animal manures, is being increasingly recognized as a solution to addressing the climate-related crisis around excess food waste. In a growing number of locations around the world, and in particular, here in Canada, anaerobic digestion (AD) facilities are diverting food waste from landfills, thus lowering greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to create green energy and valuable so

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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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Exposure to remote wildfire smoke drifting across the US linked to increased medical visits for heart and lung problems

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Wildfire smoke has long been known to exacerbate health problems like heart disease, lung conditions, and asthma, but now a new study finds that smoke from these fires can lead to poor health thousands of miles away. Researchers found that medical visits for heart and lung problems rose by nearly 20 percent during six days in June, 2023, when smoke from Western Canadian wildfires drifted across the country, leading to very poor air quality days in Baltimore and the surrounding region.

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Playing the Long Game To Achieve Financial Success

3BL Media

By Candace Higginbotham Ever heard of the benefits cliff? Its a term to describe the impact of a sudden or gradual decrease in public benefits that occurs when a familys income exceeds the eligibility threshold for an assistance program. People who participate in programs like Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) or receive childcare subsidies or child tax credits can face a benefits cliff when they get a raise, take a new job or simply w

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Clorox Named a Chemical Footprint Project Frontrunner

3BL Media

We know what goes into our products is important to consumers, which is why using ingredients that are both effective and safe is a top priority. Cloroxs recognition in the seventh Chemical Footprint Project Report , led by Clean Production Action , reflects our commitment to enhancing chemical management while advancing transparency and safer alternatives.

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Ligand-engineered copper nanoclusters could help combat CO2 emissions

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

We might all be able to breathe a bit easier thanks to copper nanoclusters that can help us reduce carbon emissions through an electrochemical reaction.

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Radius Recycling Publishes Fiscal Year 2024 Sustainability Report

3BL Media

PORTLAND, Ore., December 13, 2024 /3BL/ - Radius Recycling (NASDAQ: RDUS), a global leader in metals recycling, today announced the release of the Companys Fiscal 2024 Sustainability Report. The report highlights the Companys role in the transition to a low-carbon future by supplying recycled metals that are critical to the production of more sustainable products, including those associated with global decarbonization efforts.

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Buried landforms reveal North Sea's ancient glacial past

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Glaciologists used sound waves to reveal Ice Age landforms buried beneath almost 1 km of mud in the North Sea. The results suggest that the landforms were produced about 1 million years ago, when an ice sheet centered over Norway extended towards the British Isles.

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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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Southern Company and the ANNIKA Foundation Introduce the ANNIKA 20 Program Dedicated to Career Advancement and Pursuing Dreams

3BL Media

Southern Company The ANNIKA Womens All Pro Tour has rapidly established itself as a springboard for emerging stars in womens professional golf. In 2024, legendary golfer Annika Srenstam and the ANNIKA Foundation forged a strategic partnership with the Tour, aiming to develop, empower, and advance the careers of the next generation of womens professional golfers.

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The six habits of highly successful chief risk officers

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Our interviews with top CROs reveal practices risk leaders at financial institutions can use to expand their influence and build greater resilience in their organizations amid unrelenting change.

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The Move to Mandatory Reporting: Survey of Sustainability Reporting 2024

3BL Media

The research shows that sustainability reporting has become part of business as usual for almost all of the worlds largest 250 companies, and a large majority of the top 100 companies in each country, territory or jurisdiction. The last two years have seen significant increases in the proportion of companies publishing carbon reduction targets. The proportion of companies reporting on biodiversity remains lower but has similarly increased since 2022.

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BCG Buys Over 50,000 Tonnes of Carbon Removals Spanning Broad Range of Technologies

ESG Today

Boston Consulting Group (BCG) announced that it has purchased 50,250 tonnes of certified carbon dioxide removals (CDRs)through CDR portfolio manager ClimeFi, to be delivered over the next two years, and spanning a broad set of carbon removal technologies. The agreement marks the second largest CDR purchase to date for BCG, following the companys commitment to neutralize 100% of its emissions through high-quality carbon removal credits by 2030 and to remove more carbon from the atmosphere than it

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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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12 Things to Know: California’s Climate Accountability Package

3BL Media

In this latest blog Cascales Editorial Director Kaley Roshitsh shares insight on the global significance of Californias new climate regulations. Roshitsh shares key takeaways for companies, and how these regulations could set a new benchmark for global transparency.

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The great ripple: How a tsunami can disrupt global trade

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Tsunamis can cause immense physical damage to ports, but the economic cost does not stop there. The resultant disruptions of shipping lanes result in billions of dollars in losses every day, as was seen in the 2011 tsunami that hit the Tohoku Region. To better assess the ripple effect a tsunami could cause to shipping lanes in the South China Sea, a group of international researchers carried out 104 tsunami simulations.

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The Cadence Abilities Group Sparks Belonging at Work and in the Community

3BL Media

December has a unique quality that inspires togetherness, positive reflection, and a sense of renewal in the year to come. People from around the world celebrate meaningful traditions and important holidays, including International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Established on December 3, 1992, the United Nations dedicated this day to ensuring the recognition of the neurodivergent and disabled communities, destigmatizing different levels of ability, and reminding us that everyone should be tr

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Climate and land use change threaten traditional food sources in Russia's Far East

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

The distribution of traditional wild food sources in the Republic of Sakha could change significantly, affecting the diets and incomes of Indigenous rural communities who depend on them.

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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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GoDaddy Venture Forward 2024 Annual Report | U.S. Edition: A Message From GoDaddy Chief Strategy & Legal Officer Jared Sine

3BL Media

As originally published by GoDaddys Venture Forward research initiative We love to celebrate entrepreneurship, and this report highlights GoDaddy's deep connection with small and microbusiness owners. We're there from the start of their journey, supporting millions of entrepreneurs from the moment they launch their business idea. This year, GoDaddy's microbusiness research initiative, Venture Forward, expanded to four countries, to provide exclusive data on the presence, contributions and mindse

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Canada Sets Goal to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 45% – 50% by 2035

ESG Today

The Government of Canada announced a new climate goal, setting a target to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 45% to 50% by 2035, on a 2005 basis. While the government described the new goal as the next step in achieving its net zero by 2050, the target would represent only a minor reduction compared to Canadas current 2030 goal, and falls below the 50% – 55% ambition recommended by the government-appointed Net-Zero Advisory Body as required to achieve the 2050 target.

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Simplify NFPA 70B Compliance With Eaton

3BL Media

Written by Scott Brady, PE, National Manager - Technical Application Support, Eaton To encourage safer electrical systems, the 2023 update to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70B shifted from a Recommended Practice to a Standard that contains mandatory requirements for the development, implementation and operation of an electrical maintenance program (EMP).

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Hippos 'vulnerable' as gaps in data hinder conservation efforts

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new database of African hippo populations has revealed huge gaps in our knowledge of where the megaherbivores live and thrive, with populations fragmented and reliant on protected areas.

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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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Carbon Solutions and Sustainable Aviation

3BL Media

In this episode, ESG Talk revisits key segments from the Climate Week series, spotlighting actionable solutions and industry insights. First, join hosts Steve Soter, Andie Wood, and Alyssa Zucker as they demystify greenhouse gas emissions and explore practical approaches to carbon accounting. Then, hear from Amelia DeLuca, Delta Air Lines chief sustainability officer, as she discusses Deltas innovative strategies for reducing direct carbon emissions and advancing sustainable aviation fuel produc

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Finding a route to fiscal stability for US transit agencies

McKinsey Sustainabilty

US transit agencies face a daunting moment in which revenue and funding struggle to keep pace with the escalating costs of growth and innovation. How can balance sheets get back on track?

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NeighborWorks Salt Lake Receives $225,000 Grant From KeyBank To Support CareerWorks Program

3BL Media

SALT LAKE CITY, December 13, 2024 /3BL/ - KeyBank has awarded a $225,000 grant to NeighborWorks Salt Lake (NWSL), a Utah-based nonprofit organization that strengthens community neighborhoods through housing, resident leadership, youth, and economic development opportunities. KeyBanks grant will bolster NWSLs CareerWorks program, which creates medical career readiness employment opportunities for diverse populations in the Salt Lake community.

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True Sustainability Means More Than the Environment

Chris Hall

Margot Kane, Chief Investment Officer at Spring Point Partners, argues that lasting climate solutions require addressing wealth inequality and empowering marginalised communities. Sustainability is generally interpreted in corporate and ESG parlance as related to environmental sustainability rather than societal, but the reality is, you cannot solve one without the other.

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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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Melanie Allen on Philanthropy and Climate Justice

3BL Media

How can a more engaged, participatory approach to philanthropy help make a real impact on climate solutions and equity in Georgia? By embracing its position in the messy middle between funders and the many organizations striving to solve for climate, the Hive Fund for Climate and Gender Justice believes that philanthropy is significantly more impactful when funders adopt a collaborative approach with grantees.

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Paul Yacoubian on product-led growth in AI-native companies

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Copy.ai co-founder and CEO Paul Yacoubian discusses his approach to growth, expanding product offerings, and using analytics to give customers exactly what they need.

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PotlatchDeltic’s Focus on VPP

3BL Media

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) administers the Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP), which represent a cooperative relationship to encourage excellence in worksite-based safety and health. VPP sets performance-based criteria for the safety and health system at worksites operated by private industry and federal agencies and, after a worksite applies for admission to the program, OSHA assesses the worksite against these criteria.

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Investors “Failing to do Their Sustainability Homework”

Chris Hall

Short-termist approach revealed in EY survey leaves institutional investors missing out on opportunities presented by climate action. By prioritising short-term performance of investee firms, institutional investors are undermining their long-term sustainability goals and ambitions, according to a survey of 350 asset managers, wealth managers, insurers and pension funds.

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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.