December, 2023

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Food decarbonization comes of age at COP28

GreenBiz

Governments, funders and businesses are rolling up their sleeves at the climate summit to transform food systems.

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CSIRO says wind and solar much cheaper than nuclear, even with added integration costs

Renew Economy

CSIRO's GenCost report updated to include near term transmission costs for wind and solar, and finds that the case for nuclear has been blown out of the water by the collapse of US SMR project. The post CSIRO says wind and solar much cheaper than nuclear, even with added integration costs appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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We could cut half the planet's emissions with energy efficiency. So why aren't we?

Corporate Knights

This weekend, 118 countries at the COP28 climate summit pledged to triple the world’s renewable power capacity and double the pace of energy efficiency improvements by 2030. The deal echoed a recent report by the International Energy Agency , or IEA, which named those targets as essential to limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit).

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Decarbonizing Port Operations for the Modern Era

3BL Media

Nearly all – 90% – of global trade is seaborne, according to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), underscoring the significant environmental impact of ports and shipping. With shipping contributing nearly 3% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and maritime trade volumes expected to triple by 2050, the industry is at a tipping point, writes Morten Johansen, COO for DP World Americas in a recent article published in Forbes.

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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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A Response to the Barrage of Frustration Aimed at COP28

Green Project Management

I just read an interesting article by the Guardian’s author George Monbiot titled: “Cop28 is a farce rigged to fail, but there are other ways we can try to save the planet.” In his piece, George Monbiot critiques the 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP28), suggesting that the structure of such summits is inherently flawed. […] The post A Response to the Barrage of Frustration Aimed at COP28 appeared first on Driving Sustainable Change.

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Dominica Geothermal Development Company - Government of Dominica Signs Agreement for Development of Geothermal Power Plant

Global Renewable News

The Government of Dominica and the Dominica Electricity Services (DOMLEC) have signed an agreement with Ormat Technologies Inc., a US company and its subsidiaries for the development of a 10 MW ge.

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Australia’s richest person says solar panels are an eyesore: Here’s why that matters

Renew Economy

AFR's choice of business heroes - mostly those who have fought quick action on net zero - underlines the tough road ahead for the green energy transition. The post Australia’s richest person says solar panels are an eyesore: Here’s why that matters appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Solar jobs are leading the clean energy surge, but a worker shortage looms

Corporate Knights

While the COVID-19 pandemic caused some long-lasting pain for many sectors of the economy, it failed to slow down green job growth. The clean energy sector added 4.7 million jobs since 2019, according to the second annual World Energy Employment report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), published in November. That puts the total number of jobs in clean energy at 35 million in 2022, compared to just 32 million in oil, gas and coal.

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Kimberly-Clark’s Lisa Morden Featured in Special Report on the Green Transition

3BL Media

Lisa Morden, Vice President of Safety, Sustainability and Occupational Health, was recently featured in the annual Pillars of the Green Transition: COP28 Edition report. The article from Investment Reports, in collaboration with Newsweek, provides insights from more than 100 industry leaders and policymakers on the key pillars of the green transition: finance, green energy, transportation, circularity and the built environment.

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5 big questions driving sustainability in 2024

GreenBiz

Fossil fuels, electric vehicles and critical elections will top the list of sustainability concerns.

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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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The year in food: These trends will help define 2024

GreenBiz

These three topics were top of mind in 2023 for sustainable food professionals — and will move the field forward in the year ahead.

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The power of clean energy tax credits: A 10-year, $1 trillion opportunity

GreenBiz

Under the Inflation Reduction Act, sustainability professionals can tap into tax credits to boost sustainability budgets.

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3 ways sustainability jobs have changed in 15 years

GreenBiz

The sustainability profession has been growing. We’re staying abreast of how, how much and what's next.

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From kicks to compost: Puma’s playbook for circular sneakers

GreenBiz

The RE:SUEDE project attempts to give old sneakers new life as agricultural compost.

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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 Global Treaty on Plastics is stuck on these 4 points

GreenBiz

The negotiations are over halfway done and big questions linger. How can nations create a treaty that makes a difference?

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Pay attention to these 5 topics at COP28

GreenBiz

COP28 is oversaturated with events and important conversations. Here’s how business professionals can prioritize.

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This Swiss shoulder bag maker shares the secrets of 30 years of circularity

GreenBiz

Graphic designers from Zurich grew one the longest-lasting circular economy brands. Now Freitag is pursuing “intelligent design for a circular future.

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How Calvin Klein, L’Occitane, Lush and others are waging war on excess Christmas packaging

GreenBiz

The holiday season has a dirty little secret: lots of waste.

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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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Timeline 2024: 28 sustainability policies, guidelines, and targets to track

GreenBiz

The business of sustainability continues to evolve rapidly. Here are the most important changes to expect in the coming year.

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2024 will be a huge year for the carbon capture, usage and removal sector

GreenBiz

Scientists agree carbon removal technology is necessary to mitigate the climate crisis — but it needs more investment.

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Don't call it upcycling: 3 resourceful companies to watch

GreenBiz

It’s rare to find a company that perfectly closes the loop, but it’s valuable to embrace the diversity of circular solutions.

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Diageo signs partnership that could replace up to 95% of bar and pub bottles

GreenBiz

The company is testing a circular, closed-loop system for delivering liquor with ecoSPIRITS.

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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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Climate policies sustainability executives need to track in 2024

GreenBiz

2024 is likely to continue the momentum of 2023 when it comes to climate policy.

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The most valuable guides to building decarbonization in 2024

GreenBiz

For the new year, here’s a selection of the best free resources available on how to decarbonize buildings.

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In 2023, we placed too much emphasis on EVs

GreenBiz

The transport industry must focus more on decarbonizing manufacturing and supply chain emissions.

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Nature risk reporting lags far behind climate disclosures, CDP finds

GreenBiz

The CDP calls for more comprehensive environmental risk reporting as hundreds of organizations back ISSB’s sustainability disclosure standards.

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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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Tech must lead on carbon neutrality

GreenBiz

Sponsored: The tech industry is far from the biggest polluter, but it’ll be a key leader in solving the most pressing issue of our time: saving our planet.

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3 ways to restore confidence in carbon markets in 2024

GreenBiz

Heading into 2024, signals are emerging that carbon markets can still be effective ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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Batteries are getting bigger and longer, and helping wind and solar push coal out the door

Renew Economy

Wholesale electricity prices declined across the grid in 2023, and batteries are having a growing influence over the market as their numbers and length of storage grows. The post Batteries are getting bigger and longer, and helping wind and solar push coal out the door appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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World’s biggest eight-hour lithium battery wins NSW long duration storage tender

Renew Economy

Two huge lithium-ion batteries, and the Broken Hill compressed air storage project, win storage tender in result that may lead to rethink of what long duration storage technologies will look like. The post World’s biggest eight-hour lithium battery wins NSW long duration storage tender appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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.