3BL Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

by Keoni Lee, Hawaii Investment Ready (HIR) Founded in 2013 as the first social enterprise accelerator in Hawaii and the first Native-led accelerator in the U.S., HIR has been at the forefront of place-based and culturally-grounded investment strategies in Hawaii. Since then, HIR has evolved into a field-building impact intermediary with a mission to accelerate Hawai’i’s economic transformation.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Australia’s plans to open new gas fields and recent approval for three massive coal mine expansions has seen it slip two places in this year’s global Climate Change Performance Index. The post Australia’s climate rating slips because of plans to increase coal and gas production appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In its ninth installment, CNH’s A Sustainable Year series returns to demonstrate our commitment to a sustainable future. This digital magazine features innovation, product and other developments from last year. Read about their journey to meeting their goals and key priorities. The magazine spotlights world-class equipment, technology and services company, CNH’s progress and positive impact – from evolving products including the launch of the CASE electric compact wheel loader in Lecce, Italy, t

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Transgrid signs contract with local big batteries to boost network capacity without the need for new poles and wires. The post “Beyond poles and wires:” Transgrid signs contract with big batteries to boost capacity on constrained grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Scientists discovered a stretch of DNA in both C3 plants, like wheat and soybeans, and C4 plants, like corn and sorghum, that is responsible for optimizing C4 plant photosynthesis and making them better at withstanding heat and drought. The findings are insightful in understanding how some plants evolved to be more efficient, and may now be used as a springboard for turning C4 photosynthesis on in C3 plants -- an important step for creating sustainable crop populations in the face of climate cha

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Australian oil and gas giant lands government money for CCUS projects, to the horror of analysts who say it would be cheaper, cleaner and smarter to phase out gas appliances. The post Woodside handed government funds for carbon capture projects, but activists say we should use less gas appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Horizon Power has officially started the 12-month pilot of a long duration vanadium flow battery to prove whether or not the technology will stand up to the hot, arid conditions. The post Horizon starts flow battery pilot to test viability in extreme conditions and remote grids appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Complexity, COVID-19, and competition have upended supply chain organizations. They can reignite revenue growth and deepen resilience by deploying AI-powered digital twins.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Origin announces expansion of Eraring battery, ensuring that the site of the country's biggest coal generator will host the biggest battery. The post Origin adds more storage to Eraring battery, making it biggest in Australia and one of world’s largest appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The upstream oil and gas sector alone could cut as much as 4 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. But this will take worldwide cooperation among industry players and capital investors.

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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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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Australia's sovereign wealth fund finally given instructions to invest in what it says on the box - the future - at least in regards to energy technologies. The Coalition says it is the wrong direction. The post Labor issues new mandate to Future Fund to invest in the future, and the zero carbon economy appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Originally published on Aflac Newsroom COLUMBUS, Ga., November 20, 2024 /3BL/ -- American employers and employees are facing a conundrum: heightened levels of workplace stress and burnout. This concern is exacerbated by ongoing rising costs of health care, financial vulnerability and looming worry about the future of their families, according to the 14th annual Aflac WorkForces Report 1 released by Aflac Incorporated, a leading provider of supplemental health insurance and products in the U.S.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Plans to develop critical offshore wind port infrastructure in Victoria’s Western Port Bay are being pared back in a fresh bid to win a green tick from the federal government. The post Victoria dials back plans for offshore wind port, in fresh bid for federal green tick appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Albertsons Companies celebrated the 102 associates who were named Top Women in Grocery (TWIG) and four associates named as GenNext Award Winners at the Progressive Grocer’s Grocery Impact 2024 event. The TWIG Awards honor women in the grocery industry who demonstrate absolute dedication to their business and determination to make it even better. The GenNext Awards recognize associates under 40 working in the grocery industry who are already having a significant impact on their colleagues, compan

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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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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Vestas pauses construction on Australia's biggest wind farm and another major project as investigations continue into a fatal accident at Golden Plains. The post Vestas suspends work on a gigawatt of projects as Golden Plains fatal accident investigated appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

RAHWAY, N.J., November 20, 2024 /3BL/ - The Merck Foundation (Foundation) has announced a new initiative to help advance equitable access to high-quality, culturally responsive care for people with heart conditions in underserved U.S. communities—the Collaborative for Equity in Cardiac Care (Collaborative). The Foundation is committing $17 million over five years (2025-2030) to support the Collaborative, which aims to: Transform the delivery of primary care by promoting person-centered approache

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

One of Europe's biggest energy companies is shift its attention away from large scale solar projects to onshore wind and hydroelectricity and battery storage. The post European energy giant announces shift from solar to onshore wind and storage appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Bridgewater, N.J., November 20, 2024 /3BL/ Henkel Corporation, a global leader for adhesives, sealants and functional coatings, and Celanese Corporation, a global chemical and specialty materials company, have announced a partnership to enhance circularity in emulsion production by utilizing carbon capture-based materials. Earlier this year, Celanese launched a carbon capture and utilization (CCU) project at its Clear Lake, Texas site as part of its Fairway Methanol joint venture with Mitsui &am

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

UNSW's Baran Yildiz on how Australia's millions of rooftop solar systems and other consumer energy assets are being integrated into the grid. Plus, a Tesla Powerwall to go with your Bunnings sausage? And other news of the week. The post Solar Insiders Podcast: Four million and counting – the race to make the PV puzzle pieces fit appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

We are known by many for our expertly crafted fragrances and our best-in-class retail store presence, but a full understanding of our business begins with a closer look at our unique supply chain. Powered by agility and innovation, our predominantly U.S.-based, vertically integrated supply chain enables us to deliver high-quality, on trend luxuries at affordable prices.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

In this webinar brought to you by GridBeyond, we look at some of the hurdles and the solutions to ensuring electric fleets are all charged up and ready to go. The post Webinar: EV fleets & the charging challenge appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Originally published by InHerSight Northwestern Mutual  has been helping people and businesses achieve financial security for 165 years. Rated most highly for Equal Opportunities for Women and Men, Maternity and Adoptive Leave, and Flexible Work Hours, they receive top-notch reviews like this one from a very satisfied rater: “Northwestern Mutual offers fantastic growth opportunities and leadership really listens to its employees.

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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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McKinsey Sustainabilty

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

From molecule and materials discovery to new applications and customer acquisition, AI can create opportunities across a range of promising new use cases in chemicals.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

BROOKLYN, N.Y. and WALTHAM, Mass., November 20, 2024 /3BL/ - National Grid today announced that Steve Smith has been appointed as the company’s Chief Strategy and Regulation Officer. As National Grid works to progress the energy transition at speed, Steve will lead the company’s work on future strategy and regulation across the US and UK. Steve will sit on National Grid’s executive committee and report to John Pettigrew, Group CEO.

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Stanford Social Innovation

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

By Patrice Schneider How to fund, protect, and grow public interest information.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Southern Company Southern Company announced that it has earned the 2025 Military Friendly® Employer designation. According to Military Friendly®, Southern Company is one of 12 organizations to rate as a Military Friendly® Employer in at least 18 of the 22 years of its existence. Methodology, criteria, and weightings were determined by VIQTORY with input from the Military Friendly® Advisory Council of independent leaders in the military recruitment community.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

With most donated clothes exported or thrown away, experts are calling for a shakeup of how we deal with the growing fashion waste issue.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Nasdaq Nasdaq ESG Solutions’ CSRD readiness series is tailored to help you navigate the complexities of preparing for the CSRD with Nasdaq's ESG Solutions ecosystem as your partner. No matter where your organization is on its journey to sustainability reporting, you will walk away with actionable insights that will streamline your strategy and workflow.

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ESG Today

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Global professional services firm Deloitte announced today the expansion of its “ESG accelerators” on the Workiva platform, with the launch of four new solutions aimed at helping companies comply with the regulatory requirements of the EU’s new Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). Key CSRD requirements targeted by the new solutions include double materiality, financed emissions calculation, regulatory gap assessments, and workflow tracking.

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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

NEW YORK, November 20, 2024 /3BL/ - CECP’s CEO Investor Forum, the premier platform that brings CEOs and investors together to discuss Integrated Long-Term Plans, hosted eight CEOs and CFOs from the world’s largest companies on AI. They presented to investors representing trillions of dollars in assets under management on November 19 in New York and virtually.

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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.