3BL Media
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Originally published on NRG Energy Insights Demand for organizations to respond to climate change comes from many directions: Investors An estimated 85% of investors consider ESG* factors when making investment decisions. Key takeaway: Sustainability efforts are not just good for the planet; its essential for attracting investment and growing your business value.
Renew Economy
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Italian energy giant giant Enel Green Power and its Japanese partner Inpex have rebranded their Australian renewable energy joint-venture and announced plans to build more than 7 gigawatts (GW) of projects. The new name Potentia Energy will apply only to the Australian operations and will be formally unveiled at an event at the Sydney Opera […] The post Italian and Japanese energy giants rebrand Australia j-v and aim for 7 GW of renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Corporate Knights
DECEMBER 17, 2024
The supply chains of over 100 fashion brands are linked to oil and gas fracking in the Permian Basin in Texas, due to their sourcing of fossil-fuel derived synthetic fibers, according to a new report from climate group Stand.earth. The report found 107 fashion companies using textile materials that rely on petrochemicals. Of these, 57 have explicit policies to phase out or reduce virgin polyester, which Stand.earth said was necessary to reduce the sectors carbon footprint.
ESG Today
DECEMBER 30, 2024
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul announced the signing of the Climate Change Superfund Act, a new piece of legislation aimed at requiring fossil fuel companies to pay for a share, proportionate to their contribution to greenhouse gas emissions, of the investments in infrastructure needed to adapt to climate change. The text of the legislation estimates that the new act is anticipated to require fossil fuel companies to pay approximately $75 billion through 2050, or about $3 billion per year.
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.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
DECEMBER 4, 2024
New research identifies an association between glyphosate exposure in mice and symptoms of neuroinflammation, as well as accelerated Alzheimer's disease-like pathology. This study tracks both the presence and impact of glyphosate's byproducts in the brain long after exposure ends, showing an array of persistent, damaging effects on brain health. The findings suggest the brain may be much more susceptible to the damaging effects of the herbicide than previously thought.
Green Project Management
DECEMBER 5, 2024
The global landscape of sustainability is evolving rapidly. The challenges we face—from climate change to biodiversity loss—demand urgent and transformative action. While sustainable development has been a guiding principle for decades, it has become increasingly clear that its framework is insufficient for the times we live in. This realization drove us to make a bold […] The post Why We Chose Regenerative Design as a Competence Unit and Not Sustainable Development appeared first on The G
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Renew Economy
DECEMBER 29, 2024
Australias economic future would be at risk if we stop wind and solar to build nuclear: Big industries would have to close and the risk of blackouts would be significant. The post This talk of nuclear is a waste of time: Wind, solar and firming can clearly do the job appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Corporate Knights
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Searching for the protein of the future? Try your nearest duck pond, which in warmer weather is likely blanketed with the food sector’s next miracle ingredient: Lemna , also known as water lentils, also known as duckweed. Yes, it’s those tiny green plants that grow wild on the water’s surface, and their unique potential as an ingredient in animal-free products has been getting researchers and investors excited.
ESG Today
DECEMBER 2, 2024
By: Sheri Hinish, Principal Global Consulting Sustainability, Technology + Ecosystems Leader, EY We stand at the intersection of two revolutions—sustainability and artificial intelligence. One demands we change how we live, and the other enables us to do it. The convergence of AI and ESG represents a transformative force for businesses seeking to address today’s sustainability challenges.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Researchers analyzed radioisotopes in layers of fossilized volcanic ash. Decay of uranium to lead within tiny crystals enabled scientists to precisely pinpoint dates for certain events. They determined this event occurred 119.5 million years ago -- coincident with evidence for massive volcanic eruptions -- and lasted for 1.1 million years. Study results help scientists better understand links between atmospheric CO2 levels, climate changes and conditions in the oceans.
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
Green Project Management
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Development projects are more than plans on papertheyre promises. Promises to uplift communities, safeguard ecosystems, and create pathways to prosperity. But too often, those promises falter. Roads are built but soon crumble, water systems operate but exclude local needs, and projects that should heal end up harming. Its not because we lack resources or effortits […] The post Sustainability in International Development: Why the P5 Standard is a Lifeline appeared first on The GPM Blog.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Do you feel a bit lost when people refer to certain environmental sustainability topics and arent sure where to start when it comes to learning more? Sustainability 101 is a blog series that you can turn to for information about different environmental terms that may come up at work, during discussions with friends, and even at your annual holiday gathering.
Renew Economy
DECEMBER 22, 2024
Snowy blames bad weather for yet more delays to controversial Hunter gas project, now expected to cost more than three times its original estimate. The post Snowy Hunter gas project hit by more delays and blowouts, with total cost now more than $2 billion appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Envirotec Magazine
DECEMBER 11, 2024
A technology that converts low-temperature waste heat into electricity has earned the Institute of Physics (IOP) Business Innovation Award for FeTu, the Elland-based green energy business behind the approach. The award celebrates FeTus success in translating physics research into a viable commercial enterprise with a product that the IOP judges described as a revolutionary heat engine.
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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.
ESG Today
DECEMBER 11, 2024
German smart meter developer SpotmyEnergy announced that it has raised 10.5 million (USD $11 million) in a seed funding round, with proceeds to be used to meet product demand and further develop its technology and solutions for household energy management. Established in 2023 by German cleantech serial entrepreneur Jochen Schwill, SpotmyEnergy develops and installs smart energy consumption meters, and provides a system for optimizing energy use, energy generation, energy purchase and energy sale
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
DECEMBER 20, 2024
We know a lot about how much fossil-derived carbon is emitted to the atmosphere but less about how much is stored in human-made products. Ecological economists estimate that each year, humans add around 400 million tons of fossil carbon to long-lasting products such as plastics, buildings, and human infrastructure. Although these products could be considered a 'carbon sink,' proper waste management is essential to prevent them from becoming environmental hazards.
Vorys Energy
DECEMBER 23, 2024
On Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a proposed draft 2026 Multi-Sector General Permit for Industrial Stormwater Discharges (MSGP). The MSGP is a general permit that regulates stormwater discharges from various industrial facilities. Like the current 2021 MSGP, the 2026 MSGP would only apply in DC, MA, NH, NM, and certain other jurisdictions; however, states often look to the Federal MSGP when revising their own industrial stormwater permits.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Collecting accurate air emissions data is crucial for regulatory compliance (such as air emission permits) and for identifying opportunities to reduce carbon emissions in industrial operations. Whether for air emission permits or carbon reduction strategies, the process involves understanding and quantifying emissions from different sources in your facility and in the case of carbon reduction, taking steps to reduce those emissions over time.
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
Renew Economy
DECEMBER 11, 2024
New analysis shows that Coalition nuclear plan would result in more coal, more gas, higher wholesales, and higher emissions. The post More coal, more gas, higher prices, higher emissions: What Coalition’s nuclear plan will do to the grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Envirotec Magazine
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Image credit: Siemens Mobility. Hydrogen trains will be used – seemingly for the first time – in the Berlin-Brandenburg and Bavarian regions in Germany, following a 12 December announcement by Siemens Mobility. The group said the first Mireo Plus H hydrogen trains have received authorization for passenger operation in time for the scheduled timetable change on December 15, 2024, and are ready to inaugurate passenger service.
ESG Today
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Microsoft announced the launch of a new datacenter design, optimizing AI workloads and avoiding the consumption of water for cooling, supporting the companys datacenter-focused sustainability goals. The announcement follows the release by Microsoft earlier this year of its Datacenter Community Pledge, aimed at ensuring that the companys growing datacenter footprint serves helps to address societal challenges and create benefits in local communities.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
DECEMBER 17, 2024
The holidays are in full swing and people are shopping, wrapping and packing to visit loved ones. Along with the extra fees for checked baggage and seat upgrades, some airlines are also considering weight-based pricing. A recent study looked at how people felt about weighing their baggage and themselves to help reduce emissions and found while over half of travelers are not keen about hopping on the scale, some would be open to the idea -- especially if it aligns with their own interests in the
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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
3BL Media
DECEMBER 5, 2024
As the 29 th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) opens in Baku, Azerbaijan, the global community continues to face an urgent call to action on climate change. Coordinated, innovative solutions are paramount to addressing this complex crisis, and advanced technology especially AI stands as a powerful enabler for transitioning to a net-zero economy.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Global supply chains are no longer just the "back-end" of businesses—they're now the front line in a world of constant disruptions. From the COVID-19 pandemic to geopolitical conflicts and extreme weather events, supply chains have been tested like never before. If these challenges weren’t enough, companies are also grappling with a surge in consumer demand for ethical practices and environmental stewardship.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 23, 2024
Originally published on SIA By Renee Thompson, Wesco International; Chair, SIA Environmental, Social and Governance Advisory Board Greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting and reporting have become crucial practices for organizations worldwide as they strive to address climate change and meet stakeholder expectations. CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project) has emerged as a leading platform for companies to disclose their environmental impact.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 3, 2024
OSLO, Norway, December 3, 2024 /3BL/ - SLB Capturi has reached a significant milestone of mechanical completion of the carbon capture plant at Heidelberg Materials’ cement facility in Brevik, Norway. With the full-scale carbon capture plant now complete, including the carbon capture system, compression system, heat integration system, intermediate storage, and loadout facilities, the plant is now ready for testing and commissioning.
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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.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 30, 2024
by Amy Domini of Domini Impact Investments Did you know that today our nation has a healthy CDFI network that makes financial services accessible and economic prosperity possible for millions? NACDLF, now known as Opportunity Finance Network, which is now celebrating 40 years, and its members have distributed $111,087,489,003 over those four decades.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Cummins by Cummins Components Business Unit Key Takeaways: Turbochargers for natural gas engines have evolved significantly, driven by stringent emissions regulations and the adoption of stoichiometric burning. Modern natural gas turbochargers feature distinct components compared to their diesel counterparts. Cummins’ innovations in natural gas turbocharger design have improved the cost-effectiveness and environmental performance of natural gas engines.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 2, 2024
St. PAUL, Minn., December 2, 2024 /3BL/ - Inogen Alliance is pleased to announce the publication of our 2023 ESG report. This report covers the associated operational impacts of Inogen Environmental Alliance Inc. Details related to Associate engagements and collaboration across the Inogen Alliance network are also included. Our priority is to work collaboratively on our direct impacts as an Alliance while influencing our nearly 70 independent Associate companies and providing ESG expertise to ou
3BL Media
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Yum! Brands Habit Burger & Grill, KFC and Taco Bell customers in Petaluma, California, recently participated in the United States first city-wide reusable cup program, and their parent company is using data collected from that project to inform future packaging decisions. In Petaluma, California, 32 miles north of San Francisco, Habit Burger & Grill and KFC team members recently swapped their signature red and white cups for bright purple ones.
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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.
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