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“We haven’t been consulted:” Coal town on transition to renewables is not interested in nuclear

Renew Economy

One coal town transitioning to renewables says it has not been consulted about Coalition's nuclear plans, and is not interested. The post “We haven’t been consulted:” Coal town on transition to renewables is not interested in nuclear appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Shipping emissions: Route optimisation using ocean currents and eddies may save 10% fuel use globally

John Englart

An Australian scientist proposes freight and container ships optimise their routes based upon satellite data and a AI algorithm based upon the mapping of ocean currents and ocean eddies. This could save a freight route between Sydney and Wellington in New Zealand about 17 percent fuel use, with minimal deviation and change in delivery time.

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Doctor recovers from incurable brain cancer using his own experimental treatment on melanoma

Good.is: Planet

The professor took a leap of faith and experimented on himself with the help of his own pioneering research, and the results were phenomenal.

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Power-to-X and e-fuel synthesis - Ulster

Energy Central

Ulster Hydrogen Valley Decarbonising the Northern Ireland economy by 2050 will require the deployment of large-scale offshore wind farms. These will be additional to the existing onshore capacity and have both geographical and hourly correlation to the electrical loads being supplied. The existing electrical grid network is not capable, in the time and budgets available, of transporting.

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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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Mysterious iron pillar hasn't rusted despite being out in the open for over 1,600 years

Good.is: Planet

The iron pillar is 7.2 meters tall, weighing almost six tons and houses a decorative top that is over 1600 years old.

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Ulster | Hydrogen

Energy Central

Ulster | Hydrogen DFDS Seaways, DFDS Logistics, JG Maritime Solutions, Larne Harbour and Mutual Energy, the project has been successful in securing funding as part of the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition Round 4 (CMDC4), funded by the UK Department for Transport (DfT) and delivered by Innovate UK. CMDC4 is part of the Department’s UK Shipping Office for Reducing.

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In 2027, General Motors Will Launch Its Next Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle

Green Tech Gazette

The upcoming plug-in hybrid from General Motors, slated for a 2027 launch, offers a multitude of benefits for environmentally conscious consumers, commuters, and the automotive industry as a whole. As the world transitions to more sustainable energy solutions, plug-in hybrids like this one play a crucial role in bridging the gap between traditional gas-powered vehicles and fully electric cars.

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Man visits girlfriend's workplace to surprise her but accidentally creates panic among her coworkers

Good.is: Planet

Just a few characteristics of the man triggered comedy of errors at his girlfriend's work.

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Crypto’s Carbon Footprint & the Path to Sustainable Energy

Living Green Tech

Cryptocurrency has been making waves in the financial world for quite some time now. But did you know that it also has a positive impact on our environment? That's right! Cryptocurrency has emerged as a sustainable energy solution, promoting the use of renewable energy sources.

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55 MW Hunter Valley Hydrogen Hub lands NSW planning approval

Energy Central

55 MW Hunter Valley Hydrogen Hub lands NSW planning approval [link] [link] Hydrogen Australia.

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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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Low carbon economy bill under review: Is the Philippines ready to pay for its decarbonisation goals?

Eco-Business

Members of a technical working group closely working on the legislation flags that the government currently lacks in capacity to monitor a cap and trade scheme under the proposed law. An unreliable system could lead to misreporting.

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Fokker Next Gen Liquid Hydrogen and SAF

Energy Central

Fokker Next Gen Liquid Hydrogen and SAF

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Sowing the impossible? A special report on Singapore's ‘30 by 30’ food challenge

Eco-Business

Five years ago, Singapore set out to triple its food production by 2030. Now, output remains low, while profitability seems like a pipe dream for many farmers. What went wrong, and how can we get the agri-tech drive back on track?

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An American Tragedy

Caux Round Table

Yesterday’s decision of a jury in New York City to find Donald Trump guilty of 34 counts of falsifying business records with the intent of covering up a crime puts before the American people this question: how much do they want their constitutional republic to survive? One notable and now relevant historic precedent was the factional self-destruction of the Roman Republic.

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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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The elusive agricultural hub: Will Singapore’s second, larger attempt at an innovative agri-food zone work out?

Eco-Business

Read our deep-dive into the country's farming infrastructure – and lack thereof – as part of our special report on local food production in the city-state.

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Elon Musk SLAPPs Media Matters For Daring To Speak The Truth

CleanTechnica

Elon Musk is all about free speech for him but not for others. He probably doesn't even understand why that's a problem. The post Elon Musk SLAPPs Media Matters For Daring To Speak The Truth appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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In numbers: Singapore's uphill push to raise food production volume

Eco-Business

Local food production has stayed at under a third of where Singapore wants it to be. Support measures have returned mixed success, as Eco-Business finds out in a special report on local food production in the city-state.

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Jim Farley & Mary Barra Discuss Their Hybrid & Plug-in Hybrid Plans

CleanTechnica

Ford and General Motors have very different views on the hybrid versus plug-in hybrid question. One of them is right but which one? The post Jim Farley & Mary Barra Discuss Their Hybrid & Plug-in Hybrid Plans appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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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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Net-zero Bali: Making the case for a 100 per cent renewable energy paradise

Eco-Business

Bali is arguably more well-known than Indonesia itself, and it has gained even more popularity in recent years after the pandemic.

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Actually, EVs Don’t Catch On Fire As Frequently As Gas-Powered Cars Do

CleanTechnica

The media is full of stories about EVs that catch on fire. Actually, research doesn’t support that claim. In fact, data demonstrates that EVs are much less likely to burst into flames than internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. It’s just that, at this moment in time, it’s not very sexy. [continued] The post Actually, EVs Don’t Catch On Fire As Frequently As Gas-Powered Cars Do appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Are Electric Vehicles Just A Fad?

CleanTechnica

First, what is a fad? From Wikipedia: “A fad, trend, or craze is any form of collective behavior that develops within a culture, a generation or social group in which a group of people enthusiastically follow an impulse for a short time period.” Even though I’m pro electric vehicles (EVs), let’s present both sides to try to be fair.

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Introducing the All-New, All-Electric 2024 Jeep® Wagoneer S — Jeep Brand’s 1st Global Battery-Electric SUV

CleanTechnica

The 2024 Jeep® Wagoneer S, the brand’s first global battery-electric vehicle (BEV), which will launch initially in the U.S. and Canada, delivers 4xe capability, impressive performance credentials, a sleek aerodynamic design and state-of-the-art technology. Jeep Wagoneer S delivers exhilarating performance with 600 horsepower, more than 800 Nm of immediate torque.

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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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On the Road to Increased Transmission: Flexible Alternating Current Transmission Systems

CleanTechnica

How Flexible Alternating Current Transmission Systems Can Reduce Transmission Line Traffic Jams A Navigation App for Electric Highways Just like busy roads, the U.S. transmission system can experience congestion, leading to inefficient travel of electricity. “Imagine some small transmission lines run between two cities and are always congested, like a.

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Director of NREL’s Alaska Campus Ice Breaker: Q&A With Director of NREL’s Alaska Campus

CleanTechnica

Originally a mechanical engineer, Bruno Grunau now spends his days testifying before Congress, meeting regularly with the Alaska governor’s office, and learning from Alaska’s utilities, communities, and Indigenous people whose ancestors have lived here for thousands of years. Grunau is the regional director of Applied Research for Communities in Extreme.

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KakaoMobility Selects Archer Aviation As Its eVTOL Partner & Will Fund Archer’s Korean Commercialization Efforts

CleanTechnica

Together They Will Conduct Public Flight Demonstrations As Part Of Korea’s Grand Challenge As Soon As Q4’2024 The Korean government has set the goal of commercializing urban air mobility in the country by the mid-2020s, and in support of that objective the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT) is. [continued] The post KakaoMobility Selects Archer Aviation As Its eVTOL Partner & Will Fund Archer’s Korean Commercialization Efforts appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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5G & Microgrids Might Be a Great Match

CleanTechnica

NREL Explores Setup and Security of 5G for Microgrids With a 5G Sandbox Whether it is coincidence or careful planning, the infrastructures of both power systems and telecommunications are heading in a similar direction: toward the edge. Solar panels on a roof are like 5G towers in a neighborhood—in both. [continued] The post 5G & Microgrids Might Be a Great Match appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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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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Driving On Electricity Is Now Much Cleaner Than Using A Gasoline Car

CleanTechnica

[Editor’s note: After reading Dave Reichmuth’s most recent piece, I started thinking about a comparable study on Wisconsin land use. Land use and solar power, which generates clean electricity that many increasingly use to power EVs and homes, are topics of complaints we hear from time to time. However, a. [continued] The post Driving On Electricity Is Now Much Cleaner Than Using A Gasoline Car appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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