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Eaton Vehicle-To-Home Charging Capabilities Enable Customers to Keep the Power on at Home and Will Be Featured at CES 2025

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AbleEdge home energy management system transforms electric vehicle batteries into energy assets to keep power on and reduce energy spend Eaton delivers industry-leading interoperability and cybersecurity, advancing vehicle-to-home and vehicle-to-grid technologies to be used with any DER Collaboration with Treehouse enables high-quality, cost-effective electrification programs at scale for automotive OEMs, utilities and hardware manufacturers CLEVELAND Intelligent power management company Eaton

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Lead pollution likely caused widespread IQ declines in ancient Rome, new study finds

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Lead exposure is responsible for a range of human health impacts, with even relatively low levels impacting the cognitive development of children. Scientists have previously used atmospheric pollution records preserved in Arctic ice cores to identify periods of lead pollution throughout the Roman Empire, and now new research expands on this finding to identify how this pollution may have affected the European population.

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Gildan Included in the Dow Jones Sustainability™ Index for the 12th Consecutive Year

3BL Media

MONTREAL, January 6, 2025 /3BL/ - Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX and NYSE) (Gildan or the Company) is pleased to share that it has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI North America) 1 , one of the worlds leading ESG performance rankings for publicly traded companies. This marks the 12 th consecutive year the Company has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index.

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Drug-resistant hookworms put pets and people at risk

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Canine hookworms are becoming increasingly resistant to drugs across Australia, according to new research. Scientists have identified widespread resistance to benzimidazole-based dewormers which are commonly used to treat gastrointestinal parasites in dogs.

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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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U.S. Bank Provides $9 Million in Community Possible Grants

3BL Media

Originally published on U.S. Bank company blog A safe, affordable home helps children, families and communities thrive. Thats why the U.S. Bank Community Possible program supports nonprofit organizations focused on creating stable, healthy home environments as part of its unified giving and employee engagement platform. The U.S. Bank Foundation recently distributed more than $9 million in Community Possible grants to 400+ nonprofits.

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Climate extremes in 2024 'wreaking havoc' on the global water cycle

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

2024 was another year of record-breaking temperatures, driving the global water cycle to new climate extremes and contributing to ferocious floods and crippling droughts, a new report shows. The report found rising temperatures are changing the way water moves around the planet, 'wreaking havoc' on the water cycle.

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Western investors ‘stupid’ to shun arms industry, says Nato official

Financial Times: Moral Money

Rob Bauer calls on banks, pension funds and rating agencies to change outdated policies in face of rising threats

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Antea Group UK Expands Service Portfolio With Launch of Water Services

3BL Media

LEEDS, United Kingdom, January 6, 2025 /3BL/ - Antea Group UK, a leading multidisciplinary consultancy specialising in environment, health and safety services for the private sector, today announced the launch of its comprehensive Water Consultancy Services. This new service offering builds upon the company's existing expertise to provide clients with a one-stop shop for all their environmental planning and transactional due-diligence needs.

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Marked decrease in Arctic pressure ridges

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

In the Arctic, the old, multiyear ice is increasingly melting, dramatically reducing the frequency and size of pressure ridges. These ridges are created when ice floes press against each other and become stacked, and are a characteristic feature of Arctic sea ice, an obstacle for shipping, but also an essential component of the ecosystem. In a recently released study scientists report on this trend and analyze observational data from three decades of aerial surveys.

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Nova Innovation - Nova Welcomes Julie Aird to the Board of Directors

Global Renewable News

We are excited to share that our CFO, Julie Aird, has been appointed to Nova's Board of Directors. At Nova, we're committed to innovation, sustainability and strong leadership as w.

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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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These 11 genes may help us better understand forever chemicals' effects on the brain

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new study has identified 11 genes that may hold the key to understanding the brain's response to these pervasive chemicals commonly found in everyday items.

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Nicor Gas - Nicor Gas celebrates its first renewable natural gas interconnection

Global Renewable News

Nicor Gas celebrated the opening of its first renewable natural gas (RNG) interconnection with Air Liquide's largest RNG facility in the world. The plant converts biogas from a nearby landfill.

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The McKinsey Crossword: Play Time | No. 214

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if youre looking for a quick win.

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KS Orka - Commitment to Increase Clean Electricity Supply Sorik Marapi Geothermal Power Plant Successfully Ran Unit Rated Capacity Test of Unit-5 33 Megawatt

Global Renewable News

Highlights Sorik Marapi Geothermal Power Plant, located in Mandailing Natal Regency, North Sumatra Province, successfully completed the Unit Rated Capacity (URC) test for Unit-5 of Sorik Mara.

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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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Floods linked to rise in US deaths from several major causes

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Over the last 20 years, large floods were associated with up to 24.9 percent higher death rates from major mortality causes in the U.S. compared to normal conditions. A new study demonstrates the sweeping and hidden effects of floods --including floods unrelated to hurricanes, such as those due to heavy rain, snowmelt, or ice jams.

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Google Inc. - Unlocking Australia's geothermal energy potential, with the Digital Future Initiative

Global Renewable News

Australia has abundant sunshine and wind, and could it also hold vast reserves of clean energy deep underground? Geothermal energy, the Earth's natural heat, is a clean, round-the-clock, sta.

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How beauty players can scale gen AI in 2025

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Beauty brands and retailers have already begun testing gen AI. To scale these experiments quickly, beauty players should focus on high-value use cases and customize gen AI tools to meet their needs.

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International Hydropower Association - Ngonye Falls HPP Becomes Africa's First HSS-certified Hydropower Project

Global Renewable News

The Ngonye Falls Hydroelectric Project in Zambia has been awarded Gold certification after being assessed under the Hydropower Sustainability Standard (HSS).The project excelled in several 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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EIB fears ‘reputational disaster’ over revised EU green reporting

Financial Times: Moral Money

Internal memo reveals multilateral lenders fear that new rules will put its climate credentials at risk

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Entergy Corporation - Entergy Mississippi offers winter energy efficiency tips

Global Renewable News

As colder temperatures stick around, heating systems will start running full blast, causing a spike in energy usage. However, staying warm and comfortable doesn't have to come at the cost of high.

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Microplastics widespread in seafood people eat

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

The tiny particles that shed from clothing, packaging and other plastic products are winding up in the fish that people eat, highlighting a need for technologies and strategies to reduce microfiber pollution entering the environment.

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BIRD Foundation - BIRD Energy to Invest $7.5 Million in Cooperative Israel-U.S. Clean Energy Projects

Global Renewable News

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Israel's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoE), and the Israel Innovation Authority held an Executive Committee meeting on December 9, 2024, resulting in.

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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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Climate change is accelerating forest defoliation by helping invasive species spread

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Computer models predict that hotter, drier conditions in North America will limit the growth of a fungus that normally curbs the spread of the spongy moth, an invasive species that has caused millions of dollars in damage to forests.

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All Energy Solar, Inc - All Energy Solar Supports Minnesota's Battery Storage Programs

Global Renewable News

All Energy Solar Inc.enthusiastically supports a Minnesota energy storage incentive initiative that helps more homeowners and small businesses invest in backup battery systems. The company is ready.

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New Year’s resolutions for tech in 2025

McKinsey Sustainabilty

McKinseys technology leaders offer their insights on how leaders can make the most of tech this year.

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AMEA Power - AMEA Power Awarded Two Major Standalone Battery Energy Storage Projects in South Africa Through Competitive Bid

Global Renewable News

Highlights AMEA Power awarded two projects through Bid Window 2 of the Battery Energy Storage Independent Power Producers Procurement Programme (BESIPPPP) in South Africa. The Gainfar and Boit.

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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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Hornwort genomes provide clues on how plants conquered the land

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Over 450 million years ago, plants began the epic transition from water to dry land. Among the first pioneers were the ancestors of humble hornworts, a group of small, unassuming plants that have persisted to this day. New research reveals insights into the genetic blueprints of hornworts, uncovering fascinating details about plant evolution and the early days of life on land.

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Australian Renewable Energy Agency - ARENA funding accelerates sulphur battery innovation

Global Renewable News

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has today (Dec 19) announced $4.8 million in conditional funding to Gelion Technologies Pty Ltd (Gelion) to implement its Advanced Commercial Prototyping.

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Tiny plants reveal big potential for boosting crop efficiency

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Scientists have long sought ways to help plants turn more carbon dioxide (CO2) into biomass, which could boost crop yields and even combat climate change. Recent research suggests that a group of unique, often overlooked plants called hornworts may hold the key.

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Equinor - Securing financial close for Empire Wind 1

Global Renewable News

Equinor's Empire Wind 1 project in the US has now secured a project financing package of over USD 3 billion. Financial close was reached at the end of December 2024.Empire Wind 1 wil.

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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.