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Coal extension and public power retailer set battle lines for Queensland’s energy election

Renew Economy

Early campaign moves suggest energy will be a key policy battleground in the Queensland election – and that Labor and the Coalition will divide the state down party lines over climate and renewables. The post Coal extension and public power retailer set battle lines for Queensland’s energy election appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Green Mountain Energy Sun Club Joins Forces With Stroud Water Research Center in the Brandywine Valley

3BL Media

AVONDALE, Pa., October 1, 2024 /3BL/ - Stroud Water Research Center, a nonprofit founded in 1967 dedicated to advancing knowledge and stewardship of freshwater systems through global research, education, and watershed restoration, today announced a $141,000 sustainability grant from Green Mountain Energy Sun Club for a new 55-kilowatt rooftop solar array system.

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Battery hopeful licks its wounds after missing out on capacity credits as grid shortfall erased

Renew Economy

Aspiring renewables and storage company to be chaired by former WA premier says it "shocked and surprised" to miss out on a lucrative state capacity contract, but intends to have another go with federal scheme. The post Battery hopeful licks its wounds after missing out on capacity credits as grid shortfall erased appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Entergy Arkansas Donates Nearly $380,000 To Help Vulnerable Customers This Summer

3BL Media

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., October 1, 2024 /3BL/ - This summer, Entergy Arkansas provided nearly $380,000 through our “Beat the Heat” efforts, helping our low-income customers and communities stay cool and pay their bills throughout the summer. Through Entergy Arkansas’ “Beat the Heat” program, customers received bill payment assistance, fans, energy efficiency kits, home weatherization and invaluable support from local community partners.

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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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Offshore hydrogen “energy islands” could save Germany €4 billion per year – report

Renew Economy

Germany can achieve annual savings of up to €4.3 billion ($A6.4 billion) by establishing offshore hydrogen production on two energy islands, a report says. The post Offshore hydrogen “energy islands” could save Germany €4 billion per year – report appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Employee Engagement at Jazz Pharmaceuticals: Cultivating Our Unique Culture

3BL Media

Originally published in Jazz Pharmaceuticals' 2023 Corporate Sustainability and Social Impact Report Management Approach The founders of Jazz created a company based on culture, a strong sense of purpose for delivering life-changing medicines and the ambition to create a great place to work. More than two decades later, Jazz remains a purpose-led, people-centric and performance-driven company.

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International Women in AI Day: Creating More Opportunities for Women in AI

3BL Media

In the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI), diversity is not just a value—it's an imperative. International Women in AI Day , celebrated on October 1, shines a spotlight on the contributions and challenges faced by women in this expanding field. This day aims to recognize and amplify the voices of women in AI while encouraging women to pursue more opportunities in the area.

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Australia can ride the waves of China’s “green capital tsunami” – but a change in attitude is needed

Renew Economy

A new report warns current investment policy towards China is blocking access to a "green capital tsunami" vital to Australia's plans for solar and battery manufacturing. The post Australia can ride the waves of China’s “green capital tsunami” – but a change in attitude is needed appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Rayonier Launches New Website To Inspire the Next Generation of Forestry Professionals

3BL Media

WILDLIGHT, Fla., October 1, 2024 /3BL/ - Rayonier today announced the launch of ForestryCareers.com, a new website designed to educate students and career seekers about the diverse and rewarding opportunities available in the forestry industry. ForestryCareers.com provides a wealth of educational resources specifically tailored to the forestry sector.

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Research in 4 continents links outdoor air pollution to differences in children's brains

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A research team systematically analyzed 40 empirical studies, the majority of which had found that outdoor air pollution is associated with differences in children's brains. These differences include volumes of white matter, which is associated with cognitive function, connections throughout the brain and even early markers for Alzheimer's.

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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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DE&I Perspectives: Celebrating the National Hispanic Heritage Month

3BL Media

¡MÁXIMO ERG members share their stories and experiences ERGs Unplugged is our internal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) podcast, where we take a deeper dive into the power of our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). In our fifth episode, ¡MÁXIMO (our Hispanic/Latinx ERG) members Luz Castillo, Jesse Rodriguez, and Gisella Lamkin share their experiences and discuss how the group has influenced them both personally and professionally.

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Using antimatter to detect nuclear radiation

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Discerning whether a nuclear reactor is being used to also create material for nuclear weapons is difficult, but capturing and analyzing antimatter particles has shown promise for monitoring what specific nuclear reactor operations are occurring, even from hundreds of miles away. Researchers have developed a detector that exploits Cherenkov radiation, sensing antineutrinos and characterizing their energy profiles from miles away as a way of monitoring activity at nuclear reactors.

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Leidos Awarded CDC’s National Healthcare Safety Network Modernization Contract

3BL Media

RESTON, Va., October 1, 2024 /3BL/ - Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a Fortune® 500 innovation company, was recently awarded the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) Development, Maintenance, Support, and Modernization contract by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC's) National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases. Leidos will leverage its data management and mission software expertise to continue delivering a secure NHSN platform, including the necessary support appli

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Airborne plastic chemical levels shock researchers

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new study documents how Southern Californians are chronically being exposed to toxic airborne chemicals called plasticizers, including one that's been banned from children's items and beauty products.

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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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Strengthening Community Ties: International Paper’s Commitment to Local Stakeholders and Forest Conservation

3BL Media

Originally published in International Paper's 2023 Sustainability Report Working with community stakeholders The future of forests and the future of local communities are closely intertwined. Forests don’t just play a critical role in the local socio-economic fabric; they also directly impact the quality of life of people living nearby. Bearing this in mind, we have made it a priority to engage in meaningful partnerships with community stakeholders.

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Microsoft Tests Green Hydrogen as Solution to Help Decarbonize Data Centers

ESG Today

Microsoft announced the launch of a new pilot project with Irish state-owned energy company ESB testing the use of green hydrogen as part of the tech giant’s portfolio of clean energy solutions aimed at decarbonizing its growing data center footprint. Under the new agreement, Microsoft’s data centre power control and administration building in Dublin will be powered by zero emissions green hydrogen power, supplying up to 250 kW of energy to Microsoft’s Dublin campus over an eight-week period.

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3BL’s Platinum Solves Sustainability Communicators’ Biggest Problems With Data and Insights

3BL Media

Changing the world is hard work, and talking about it can be even harder. Platinum empowers companies to turn complex sustainability initiatives into clear, engaging narratives that drive business impact. Targeted distribution, advanced analytics and expert support combine to elevate sustainability storytelling and drive measurable impact. NORTHAMPTON, Mass., October 1, 2024 /3BL/ - 3BL, a leader in sustainability and impact communications, today announced the launch of Platinum , a premier solu

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California Governor Signs Climate Disclosure Bill into Law with 2026 Start Date Intact

ESG Today

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that he has signed a new bill into law obligating large companies that do business in the state to disclose their value chain emissions and report on climate-related financial risks, and retaining an initially proposed start date for reporting to begin, despite previously expressing concerns about companies’ abilities to meet the deadline.

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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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The United Family Donates $500,000 Through 33rd Annual Jacky Pierce Charity Classic, Helps 25 Non-profit Organizations

3BL Media

The United Family of Albertsons Companies and its vendor partners have once again raised $500,000 for 25 non-profit organizations through its annual Jacky Pierce Charity Classic (JPCC) golf tournament, which took place on August 25 and 26. Since its inception in the early nineties, the JPCC golf tournament has raised more than $6,500,000 for non-profit organizations across Texas and New Mexico.

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Why Offshore Wind Power is Key to Meeting U.S. Electricity Demand

American Clean Power

Offshore wind power offers a vital solution for the U.S. electric grid by delivering clean, reliable energy to densely populated coastal regions, while also bolstering the economy and protecting our air and water from harmful pollution and emissions. With nearly 80% of Americans living within 200 miles of the coast, offshore wind is uniquely positioned to meet the rising demand for electricity in these high-consumption areas.

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Summer Intern Spotlight: Hear What Our Interns Learned!

3BL Media

The Quest for Health Equity (Q4HE) team led a summer internship program by partnering with business leaders across Quest Diagnostics to provide hands-on work experience for students from the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI) Scholars programs. These programs provided participants with professional experience and research development opportunities to support their growth as future leaders in STEM and heal

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Climate scientists express their views on possible future climate scenarios in a new study

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new survey of climate experts reveals that a majority believes the Earth to be headed for a rise in global temperatures far higher than the 2015 Paris Agreement targets of 1.5 to well-below 2 degrees Celsius. It also shows that two-thirds of respondents believe we may succeed in achieving net zero CO2 emissions during the second half of this century.

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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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World Environment Center Y Sus Socios Buscan Organizaciones Que Apoyen a MiPYMEs Lideradas Por Mujeres Que Estén Trabajando Para Combatir El Cambio Climático

3BL Media

English version click here El Climate Innovation Challenge (CIC), es un concurso abierto para toda la región centroamericana que entrega fondos no reembolsables a 10 organizaciones con soluciones innovadoras de apoyo a MiPyMEs lideradas por mujeres y que se orienten a ampliar sus negocios sostenibles con la incorporación de proyectos de mitigación de gases de efecto invernadero y/o adaptación al cambio climático.

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Ready for takeoff: The airline retailing opportunity

McKinsey Sustainabilty

More sophisticated retailing could deliver substantial value to the airline industry—if technology, processes, and mindsets can be changed.

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Washington, DC’s Secret Weapon for RSV Surveillance

3BL Media

Originally published on Illumina News Center The Next-Generation Sequencing Core in the Washington, DC, Public Health Laboratory (PHL) has a critical job: pathogen surveillance for the nation’s capital. A team of scientists is trying to understand the molecular underpinnings that drive foodborne illnesses, COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and other diseases threatening more than one million combined residents and commuters in the District of Columbia (which also welcomed a record 25.

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GeoPura Raises £22 Million to Build Out Green Hydrogen Power Unit Fleet

ESG Today

Clean power solutions provider GeoPura announced that it has raised £22 million (USD$29.3 million) in its inaugural debt financing round, with the new capital aimed at helping facilitate the manufacturing and deployment of over 3,600 hydrogen power units (HPUs) by 2033, the company said. The financing marks the first major asset-backed debt funding announcement by a green hydrogen company in the UK, according to GeoPura.

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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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ICON’s Initiative 99 Global Architecture Competition Phase Two Winners Revealed

3BL Media

October 1, 2024 /3BL/ - ICON announced today the winners of the second (and final) phase of Initiative 99 , the global architecture competition to reimagine affordable housing that can be built for $99,000 or less. In addition to the total prize purse of $1M for both Phase 1 and Phase 2, ICON, the Initiative 99 jury and Mobile Loaves & Fishes (MLF) have selected two award-winning designs in the Professional category for ICON to 3D print within MLF’s Community First!

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Guest Post – Green is the New Gold: ESG’s Impact on Investor Relations

ESG Today

By: Renee Morin, Chief Sustainability Officer, eBay As disclosure regulations proliferate and investor expectations evolve, companies are realizing that ESG reporting is not just about compliance – it’s an opportunity to leverage sustainability as a competitive advantage. With increasing scrutiny on business transparency, companies are using ESG strategies to enhance their reputation and attract socially conscious investors.

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Cascale Debuts “Source of Good” Podcast

3BL Media

AMSTERDAM, HONG KONG, and OAKLAND, Calif., October 1, 2024 /3BL/ - Cascale, the global nonprofit alliance formerly known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, today launched its new podcast, " Source of Good ," featuring an exclusive interview with Rick Ridgeway—outdoor adventurer, writer, and Cascale co-founder. After dropping the podcast trailer in September, the organization will release its first season of 10 episodes bi-weekly through February 2025.

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Cool roofs could have saved lives during London's hottest summer, say researchers

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

As many as 249 lives could have been saved in London during the 2018 record-setting hot summer had the city widely adopted cool roofs, estimates a new study.

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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.