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“Disgraceful:” Bowen demands answers as social media giants remove EV and nuclear articles

Renew Economy

Federal climate and energy minister Chris Bowen demands response from Meta as social media giants continue to remove articles favourable to EVs and critical of Coalition nuclear policies. The post “Disgraceful:” Bowen demands answers as social media giants remove EV and nuclear articles appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Incredible clip showing octopus communicating with scientist is just 'magical'

Good.is: Planet

'They’re as curious about you as you are about them,' said a scientist about octopus.

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Victoria wind project gets green tick in record time, but developers say federal approvals still big obstacle

Renew Economy

A 312MW wind farm and big battery has been given the federal green light in what looks like record time. But concerns remain over the treatment of wind projects under the EPBC Act. The post Victoria wind project gets green tick in record time, but developers say federal approvals still big obstacle appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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75-year-old handwritten letter led researchers to one of the 'rarest minerals on Earth'

Good.is: Planet

Although the rare mineral's identity has been confirmed, its formation history will always remain a mystery.

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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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Wholesale prices surge as wind and solar output falls to zero in South Australia

Renew Economy

Wholesale electricity prices surge after wind and solar output in South Australia fell to zero and fossil fuel generators and big batteries fill their coffers in absence of competition. The post Wholesale prices surge as wind and solar output falls to zero in South Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Study says humans all over the world came from one place in Africa

Good.is: Planet

The Big Data Institute at the University of Oxford astonishingly shared per their research that we all may have some genetics rooted in Africa.

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Archaeologists discover stunning find hidden below Nile waters

Good.is: Planet

The artifacts uncovered belong to the time when the Aswan city was destroyed by an enormous flood.

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Woodside wrestles with EPA after reports it has rejected biggest new gas field in Australia

Renew Economy

Woodside says it is working with "relevant regulators" amid reports a $30 billion gas megaproject in one of the world's richest marine zones has been rejected. The post Woodside wrestles with EPA after reports it has rejected biggest new gas field in Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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75-year-old handwritten letter led researchers to one of the 'rarest minerals on Earth'

Good.is: Planet

Although the rare mineral's identity has been confirmed, its formation history will always remain a mystery.

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Italian company wins $1 billion cable contract for Battery of the Nation sub-sea link

Renew Economy

Italian company will bring its most advanced ship which can lay and bury high voltage sub sea cables at the same time. The post Italian company wins $1 billion cable contract for Battery of the Nation sub-sea link 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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ESG Today: Week in Review

ESG Today

This week in ESG news: SBTi backtracks on allowing use of carbon credits in corporate net zero plans; JPMorgan appoints new global head of ESG investment banking; CBRE acquires Singapore-based sustainability advisory firm; Air New Zealand drops 2030 climate goal; GRI, TNFD launch guide to help companies reporting on nature impact using both standards; Veolia becomes first company with net zero targets validated by both SBTi and Moody’s; Deutsche Bank, BASF launch sustainability-linked financing

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Grandfather left in tears after grandson surprises him by restoring his 1954 truck

Good.is: Planet

The grandfather's pickup had been broken almost 40 years, and he had lost hope of seeing it run.

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Kairos Breaks Ground for GEN IV Demonstration Reactor

Energy Central

Kairos Breaks Ground for GEN IV Demonstration Reactor Type One Energy Group Completes $82.4M Seed Financing Round India’s Nuclear Regulatory Approves Fuel Loading for Fast Breeder Reactor Singapore Signs 123 Agreement with US Opening the Door to SMRs Sweden To Cooperate with US For New Reactors Progress Seen on NRC Construction Permit for Texas based Natura Resources MSR.

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Ultra-difficult color test is so hard only 1% of people can get a perfect score

Good.is: Planet

Women did better than men, but almost nobody scored 100% and the challenging test.

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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 World Bank Global Finance and Hydrogen Development

Energy Central

The World Bank Global Finance and Hydrogen Development [link] Finance for the Green Economy

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Racked by Extreme Heat, One Worker Died on the Job. His Story Is a Warning. (WSJ)

Christopher Mercer

Justin “Cory” Foster, a lineman who often traveled to storm-ravaged communities to help restore electricity, was used to working in searing summer weather as he perched atop utility poles to install wires. But as the heat index climbed to 113 degrees Fahrenheit on a job in Marshall, Texas, last year, the temperature baked his body. … Continue reading "Racked by Extreme Heat, One Worker Died on the Job.

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In the wake of a super typhoon, coastal communities grapple with oil spill in Manila Bay

Eco-Business

After just over a year since the MT Princess Empress disaster in Oriental Mindoro, environmental groups have renewed calls to ‘make polluters pay’ as the nation grapples with more frequent super typhoons and yet another massive oil spill, now closer to the Philippine capital.

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Wildfire intensity rises across northern hemisphere (FT)

Christopher Mercer

Wildfires burning across the northern hemisphere in parts of Canada, Russia and the US since the start of the summer have led to a surge in carbon dioxide emissions and smoke trail as their intensity rises.

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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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A contagious childhood disease is set to worsen with climate change

Eco-Business

Hand-foot-mouth disease outbreaks, already common in Asia, could strike sooner, harder and with greater frequency if the world fails to keep temperature rise in check, a study says.

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Check Out The Latest News About The TELO Electric Pickup Truck

CleanTechnica

The TELO compact electric truck with 500 hp, 350 miles of range, and room for 5 passengers. Is this a dream waiting to happen? The post Check Out The Latest News About The TELO Electric Pickup Truck appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Malaysia’s open access power grid needs to be accompanied by an open electricity market: industry players

Eco-Business

Speaking at Eco-Business's flagship summit, environmental sustainability minister Nik Nazmi also said there is government will to ultimately shift away from a regime in which its largest utility TNB has near monopoly on energy distribution.

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The Great Salt Lake Is Drying, Antarctica Is Sweltering — The Knock-On Effects Of Climate Change Are Everywhere

CleanTechnica

The 'Great Salt Lake is drying, Antarctica is overheating. What does it all mean? It means we humans need to pick up our game. The post The Great Salt Lake Is Drying, Antarctica Is Sweltering — The Knock-On Effects Of Climate Change Are Everywhere appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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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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Activists pressure RSPO to reject Astra Agro Lestari membership application

Eco-Business

The sustainable palm oil certification body defended its decision to accept AAL, which environmental groups say undermine its credibility. In an investigation, AAL's subsidiaries were found to be involved in land-grabbing in Sulawesi.

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U.S. DOE Launches $3.3 Million Prize to Support Place-Based Partnerships Focused on Creating & Expanding Access to Good Jobs in Clean Energy

CleanTechnica

The Good Jobs in Clean Energy Prize will bring together local coalitions to promote “High Road” economic and workforce development strategies and ensure that clean energy programs and investments result in accessible, good jobs. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced a new prize that will award over $3.3. [continued] The post U.S.

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How Much Money Can I Save With Solar Energy?

CleanTechnica

Lowering electricity bills is one of the main reasons why consumers may decide to install rooftop solar panels. Every household is different—from the size of the home, to the number of people living in it, to the electricity needs of those people, to where the buy their electricity—so calculating an. [continued] The post How Much Money Can I Save With Solar Energy?

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Cheap EVs in Africa & South America, Robotaxi Leaders, Tesla California Sales Crisis — Top Cleantech Stories

CleanTechnica

It may be summer, but there are still tons of cleantech stories rolling through. From cheap electric cars making their way into African and South American countries, to robotaxi firsts and progress, to EV sales grow in different corners of the world. Let’s roll through each of them for more. [continued] The post Cheap EVs in Africa & South America, Robotaxi Leaders, Tesla California Sales Crisis — Top Cleantech Stories 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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EVs Take 20.8% Share In France — Citroën E-C3 Delayed!

CleanTechnica

July’s auto sales saw plugin EVs take 20.8% share in France, a drop from 23.3% year-on-year. BEV share was roughly flat YoY, while PHEV share fell. Overall auto volume was 126,037 units, down by some 2% YoY. The Renault Megane took the lead in the BEV rankings. July’s market tally. [continued] The post EVs Take 20.8% Share In France — Citroën E-C3 Delayed!

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Be Prepared: New Resource Readies States & Utilities for Grid Resilience Events

CleanTechnica

Society is increasingly dependent on electricity for essential services. The Energy Information Administration (Short Term Energy Outlook) and many utilities are projecting surging electricity demand from data centers and new manufacturing facilities, leading to expected all-time highs in nationwide electricity consumption. To effectively serve growing power needs, electricity grids must.

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Due To Political Divisions, The Public Remains Unaware Of How EVs Are Gaining Popularity

CleanTechnica

In Q2 2024, electric vehicle (EV) sales grew 11.3% in the US, according to a report from Kelley Blue Book. A record-high 330,463 units were sold in the quarter. Yet, due to internal US political divisions, the rising success of EVs has been masked by bickering, misinformation, and controversies. Take. [continued] The post Due To Political Divisions, The Public Remains Unaware Of How EVs Are Gaining Popularity appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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