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Gas shortage that never was is over as government agrees to find out how polluting it really is

Renew Economy

The gas shortage that never was is over almost as soon as it began, while the government promises to find better ways to measure its real climate impact. The post Gas shortage that never was is over as government agrees to find out how polluting it really is appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Avista Corporation - Avista reducing water discharge at Post Falls Dam to minimum flow requirement Flows of the Spokane River expected to recede with this year's dry conditions

Global Renewable News

Due to the region's continued hot and dry weather reducing water levels in Coeur d'Alene Lake, the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality, the Washington Department of Ecology, and Avis.

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Massive offshore wind project to play host to floating seaweed farm

Renew Economy

Giant North Sea offshore wind project to host floating seaweed farm. The post Massive offshore wind project to play host to floating seaweed farm appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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National Association of State Energy Officials - Wisconsin Launches Home Efficiency Rebates Program

Global Renewable News

By Alannah BellOn August 1, 2024, the Wisconsin Office of Energy Innovation launched the Home Efficiency Rebates program, making it the first state to deploy Home Energy Performance-Based Wh.

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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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Australian champion of two-way smart grid technology that won Arena funding placed in liquidation

Renew Economy

Queensland company whose global award-winning and Arena funded technology underpinned Australia’s largest commercial microgrid has been placed in liquidation. The post Australian champion of two-way smart grid technology that won Arena funding placed in liquidation appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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SSE Renewables - Clean energy investment of £125m in Shetland businesses

Global Renewable News

The construction of two major clean energy projects in Shetland has generated £125m for the local islands' economy.The scale of investment in Shetland's supply chain comes as the projects.

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DNV - DNV assists in AUD 650M financing deal for Akaysha's Orana energy storage project in New South Wales, Australia

Global Renewable News

DNV has been instrumental in securing AUD 650 million (USD 425 million) in financing for Akaysha Energy's Orana BESS project in Wellington, New South Wales, Australia. This project, featuring.

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Australia wakes up to the methane fire alarm, but its response is too slow

Renew Economy

Today marks a historic day for how Australia measures the methane emissions spewing out of its biggest coal and gas mines. But the government response is too slow. The post Australia wakes up to the methane fire alarm, but its response is too slow appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Masdar - Masdar and Infinity Power sign agreement for 200MW wind farm in Ras Ghareb

Global Renewable News

The UAE's clean energy powerhouse, Masdar, and Infinity Power, have officially signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC) to deliver a lo.

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Huge solar farm and eight hour battery project approved for upper Hunter

Renew Economy

NSW government announces planning approval for huge solar farm that will be combined with one of the state's new eight hour battery projects. The post Huge solar farm and eight hour battery project approved for upper Hunter 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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Unitil Corporation - Unitil Breaks Ground on First Utility-Owned Solar Array in N.H.Utility partners with ReVision Energy on 4.9-megawatt project in Kingston

Global Renewable News

In a historic move aimed at supporting renewable energy projects in New England, Unitil Corporation officially broke ground Tuesday on a new 4.9-megawatt solar array in Kingston, N.H., t.

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Labor tossed out of government in Top End as CLP claims Beetaloo gas is “cleaner than fossil fuels”

Renew Economy

It's not all bad news for renewables, but it's all good news for gas, as the Country Liberal Party wins government in the Northern Territory. The post Labor tossed out of government in Top End as CLP claims Beetaloo gas is “cleaner than fossil fuels” appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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New York Power Authority - NYC DOT and TLC Unveil Next Phase of Public Electric Vehicle Fast Charging in the Bronx and Brooklyn

Global Renewable News

Highlights To Meet Growing Demand, New Fast Chargers Are Coming This Year to NYC DOT Municipal Parking Fields at White Plains Road and in Bensonhurst The New Charging Stations Will Support.

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PVH announces collaboration with GPG Australia to deliver Glenellen and Bundaberg solar projects

Renew Economy

Solar tracker manufacturer PVH has announced a landmark collaboration with developerGPG Australia The post PVH announces collaboration with GPG Australia to deliver Glenellen and Bundaberg solar projects 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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ComEd - ComEd, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Announce 12 Northern Illinois Communities Complete Training to Become “EV Ready” EV Readiness program helps local governments plan for transition to EVs in Illinois

Global Renewable News

ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus today (Aug 23) recognized a diverse group of communities completing a program designed to help prepare them to accommodate the growth of electric veh.

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3,200-year-old Egyptian tablet shows bizarre excuses people used to skip work

Good.is: Planet

Ancient Egyptian employers kept track of employees' days off in registers written on tablets and some of the excuses have stunned people nowadays.

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SUN DAY Campaign - Renewables' Share of U.S. Electrical Generation Increased 10% in 1st Half 2024; In June Alone, Wind Grew 32% and Solar Expanded 30%

Global Renewable News

HIGHLIGHTS SOLAR EXPANDED 30% AS WIND GREW 32% IN JUNE ELECTRICAL GENERATON BY U.S. RENEWABLES INCREASED BY ALMOST 10% IN FIRST HALF OF 2024 SOLAR AND WIND EACH SURPASSED HYDROPOWER WHILE TH.

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Video of Gordon Ramsay sticking up for chefs against rude customers is winning the internet

Good.is: Planet

'You are just walking around looking for trouble,' Ramsay said to a rude customer who kept eating the food yet grunted that the food was terrible.

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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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European Investment Bank - Finland: EU and Sibanye-Stillwater, through its Keliber lithium project, join forces in €150 million deal to improve EU access to and resilience in battery materials

Global Renewable News

Highlights EIB-led credit package of 150 million development of lithium production in Finland for the EU. Lithium is critical raw material for the electrification of transport. Sibanye-Stillwa.

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20-year-old places her son for adoption and gets unexpectedly wholesome surprise from his new family

Good.is: Planet

The 20-year-old never thought she'd see her son again but life, but life had other plans.

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Royal Roads University - Cascade Institute researcher digs deep for zero-carbon energy

Global Renewable News

By Richard Dal MonteFor a source of energy that doesn't contribute to climate change, humans are going to have to dig deep. Dr. Rebecca Pearce and the Cascade Institu.

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Wife asks 'honest' husband whether she or his mom is a better cook and his life flashes before his eyes

Good.is: Planet

'I have to be honest,' the Italian husband said with a look of comic terror in his eyes, awaiting his wife's reaction.

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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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Sunnova Energy International, Inc. - Sunnova Powers Over 54,500 Customers Through Ernesto

Global Renewable News

Sunnova Energy International, Inc. ("Sunnova").

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Woman's unconventional explanation for why time doesn't heal a heartbreak is resonating with many

Good.is: Planet

We have heard the phrase 'Time heals' but this woman's elaboration on the same hits the nail on the head

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Central Pier demolition waste turned into road base, new products

Sustainability Matters

More than 80% of waste from the demolition of Central Pier is being repurposed for use in construction and manufacturing industries across Victoria. Development Victoria ’s Group Head Precincts, Niall Cunningham, said, “Through the reuse of these materials, we are contributing to environmental sustainability by reducing the need for new raw materials, conserving resources and minimising waste.

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1996 ad from a magazine made strange predictions about 2026 and it has people stunned

Good.is: Planet

People are flabbergasted that the predictions made in the ad are actually turning out to be true.

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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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Williams River remediation project kicks off

Sustainability Matters

Hunter Water has commenced remediation efforts to help protect the eroding river banks of the Williams River, spanning from Seaham to Clarence Town. The remediation work involves the use of engineered rock and log structures for severely eroded stretches, bank revegetation, weed removal and the installation of stock management fencing. To ensure safety, temporary boating restrictions will be in place between Clarence Town and Seaham during the work.

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BlackRock Support for Climate, Social Proposals Hits New Low (FundFire)

Christopher Mercer

The firm’s backing for such shareholder proposals plummeted from a high of 47% in 2021 to 4% over the twelve months ending in June amid a political backlash. BlackRock has drastically cut back its support for proposals put forth by shareholders on environmental and social issues, the Financial Times reports.

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Turning CO2 into an eco-friendly resource

Sustainability Matters

A new Australian research initiative based at The University of Queensland (UQ) could see carbon dioxide becoming a useful resource in the production of fuels and chemicals. Dubbed ‘GETCO 2 ’, the ARC Centre of Excellence for Green Electrochemical Transformation of Carbon Dioxide is a $45 million, seven-year collaboration between seven Australian universities alongside industry and government.

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Why Californians Have Some of the Highest Power Bills in the U.S. (WSJ)

Christopher Mercer

Utilities are investing billions to upgrade infrastructure and build out green energy, passing budget-breaking costs to households; trying to keep the chocolate from melting BORREGO SPRINGS, Calif.—California is doing all it can to expand renewable energy production and rebuild its electrical infrastructure after flaws led to a series of devastating wildfires.

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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.