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Dutton kicks his own nuclear policy can down the road, amid reports of split in Coalition

Renew Economy

Coalition delays release of nuclear power policy, saying "it won't be bullied" into meeting the timeline it set itself. The post Dutton kicks his own nuclear policy can down the road, amid reports of split in Coalition appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Cutting carbon by ‘electrifying everything’

GreenBiz

Sponsored: Electrifying infrastructure is an investment in the future. From buildings to vehicles, electrification can be done with technology we have right now.

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Another four-hour big battery wins planning approval as state gears up for grid with no coal

Renew Economy

A four-hour battery project near the wheat belt town of Merredin gets planning approval as state prepares for a grid with no coal power. The post Another four-hour big battery wins planning approval as state gears up for grid with no coal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Alpiq - Alpiq acquires a majority stake in the Finnish hydrogen pioneer P2X Solutions

Global Renewable News

Alpiq emphasises its commitment to climate protection and strengthening the security of supply by acquiring a majority stake (54.9 percent) in the Finnish hydrogen pioneer P2X Solutions, which is head.

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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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Batteries the biggest player again as renewable records smashed in California, reach 156 pct of load

Renew Economy

Batteries become biggest supplier in California's evening peak for fourth time in a week, as renewables smash records with 156 pct of demand. The post Batteries the biggest player again as renewable records smashed in California, reach 156 pct of load appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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ACWA Power - ACWA Power partners with IRENA to spearhead global renewable energy transformation

Global Renewable News

Saudi-listed ACWA Power, the world's largest private water desalination company, and a leader in energy transition and first mover into green hydrogen, signed an agreement to partner with the Inte.

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Statkraft - Statkraft supplies hydropower and wind power to Deutsche Bahn

Global Renewable News

Statkraft, Europe's largest producer of renewable power, and Deutsche Bahn have concluded further power purchase agreements (PPAs) for the supply of green power from hydropower and onshore wind fa.

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Australia’s biggest wind and solar auction set for May, with focus on coal-heavy NSW

Renew Economy

Federal government to launch Australia's biggest ever tender for wind and solar in May, with more than one third to be reserved for NSW to prepare for future coal closures. The post Australia’s biggest wind and solar auction set for May, with focus on coal-heavy NSW appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Drax - Drax announces carbon removals deal with C-Zero

Global Renewable News

Carbon removals and renewable energy company Drax Group today (April 18) announced a carbon removals deal with C-Zero Markets (C-Zero), an environmental consultancy. The agreement is indicative of the.

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Big Queensland wind farm gets federal green tick, while another is shown the door

Renew Economy

Federal government gives environmental approval to 400MW wind farm in central Queensland on the same day it closes the door on a 300MW project proposed for the state's far north. The post Big Queensland wind farm gets federal green tick, while another is shown the door appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Enefit Green - The environmental impacts of the Liivi offshore wind farm revealed

Global Renewable News

Enefit Green organised the Liivi offshore wind farm environmental study information days in Kihnu and Häädemeeste, where scientists from various fields presented the environmental impacts of the.

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Canberra to soak up solar with three new community batteries

Renew Economy

Federal government grants $1.5 million to install three new community batteries in the suburbs of Canberra. The post Canberra to soak up solar with three new community batteries appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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U.S. Department of Energy - DOE Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains Announces up to $1.5 million in funding to accelerate Industrial Assessment Center Program's support for small and medium-sized manufacturers

Global Renewable News

The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) is announcing up to $1.5 million in funding to accelerate the Industrial Assessment Center (IAC) Pro.

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Tritium’s rapid rise and spectacular collapse will be a lesson for Labor’s Made in Australia campaign

Renew Economy

How Tritium, the EV fast charger maker that was the darling of the Australian manufacturing industry, came to collapse will be written about for many years. The post Tritium’s rapid rise and spectacular collapse will be a lesson for Labor’s Made in Australia campaign appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Eversource Energy - Eversource to Suspend New Electric Vehicle Charging Rebates

Global Renewable News

As Eversource focuses on implementing solutions that will advance decarbonization and electrification goals in Connecticut, state regulatory decisions are calling into question the stability of the st.

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SwitchedOn Podcast: NZ one of the first countries to reach an electrification tipping point

Renew Economy

Rewiring Aotearoa study shows the rising cost of petrol and gas in New Zealand means electric homes and EVs are now more affordable than fossil fuel alternatives. The post SwitchedOn Podcast: NZ one of the first countries to reach an electrification tipping point appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult - New UK-US collaboration targets innovative UK support for floating wind technology in the United States

Global Renewable News

Applications open today (18 April 2024) for a unique project that could expand the US market for innovative UK companies developing technology which can help support the growing floating offshore wind.

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ESG Today: Week in Review

ESG Today

This week in ESG news: KPMG survey finds most CEOs expect ‘significant returns’ on sustainability investments; SBTi tries to address concerns over plan to allow carbon credits in net zero targets; Singapore launches sustainable finance upskilling initiative; Bezos fund investing $100 million in AI-powered climate and nature solutions; Robeco launches new suite of transition investing funds; 95% of Apple suppliers commit to use only renewable energy; former Shell CEO joins KKR to advise on climat

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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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Tractebel Engie - Tunnel breakthrough a key milestone in 140-MW hydropower project in Nepal

Global Renewable News

Nestled among the towering Himalayas west of Kathmandu, the Tanahu hydropower project reached a major milestone on March 31, 2024: the breakthrough of the 1.4-km headrace tunnel. Our hydro experts are.

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BlackRock steps up security for Larry Fink after ‘anti-woke’ backlash

Financial Times: Moral Money

Asset manager’s CEO has become a popular target for criticism over its ESG investing stance

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ENGIE - ENGIE passes the 1TWh milestone in annual biomethane production capacity in Europe with the acquisition of two units in the Netherlands

Global Renewable News

ENGIE continues to expand its biomethane production capacity in Europe with the acquisition of two new units in the Netherlands, the Group's first biomethane production facilities in the cou.

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Unpacking the experiments, barriers, and pivots: exploring community banking with Kataly Foundation

Impact Alpha

Developing an investment strategy that meets our fiduciary requirements as resource stewards, embodies our racial justice values, and prioritizes the communities we serve. The post Unpacking the experiments, barriers, and pivots: exploring community banking with Kataly Foundation appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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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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SSE - SSE, Scotland's largest Clean Energy Investor, responds to the Scottish Government's Climate Announcement

Global Renewable News

SSE's CEO, Alistair Phillips-Davies,

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Transforming pill packaging into fencing

Sustainability Matters

The Vinyl Council of Australia (VCA) is collaborating with several Australian industry partners to recycle waste PVC pharmaceutical blister packaging. VCA member Think Fencing, based in Portarlington, Victoria, has partnered with Pharmacycle to recycle blister packaging collected via Pharmacycle’s drop-off points, located in pharmacies, hospitals and local council sites across Australia.

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Vattenfall - "We need to understand the real risk wind farms pose to birds"

Global Renewable News

By Clemens van Gessel Thermal.

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Can I see your (product) passport please!

Sustainability Matters

Digital Product Passports that allow consumers to scan a product’s label to read up on its sustainability credentials and understand how to repair and recycle it are one step closer. In time, these passports will likely apply to everyday products like clothing and phones as the world moves to a more circular economy. Upping the circular economy game in the EU and locally Agreed in principle by the European Parliament in December 2023, the new Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR)

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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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Port Investment Costs | Hydrogen and Ammonia

Energy Central

Port Investment Costs | Hydrogen Ammonia

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Hong Kong single-use plastic ban stirs debate over affordability of alternatives

Eco-Business

The city's disposable tableware ban which comes into force today has spooked small retailers who fret about the price and availability of plastic alternatives. A lack of composting facilities for plastic alternatives is another concern.

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Fuel Cell Power Generation | NASA

Energy Central

Fuel Cell Power Generation | NASA

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How microloans exacerbate deforestation in Cambodia

Eco-Business

Cambodia’s reliance on microloans, long touted as a way to reduce poverty, belies concerns over debt-fuelled deforestation.

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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.