GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

5 cool measurement tools attempting to quantify regenerative agriculture. Jesse Klein. Thu, 02/11/2021 - 00:05. Many practices are associated with regenerative agriculture — anything from no-till practices to pesticide-free farming. What’s more, the concept means different things for different crops in different regions. What is considered regenerative in one location might not qualify for the same label under other agricultural conditions. .

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Envirotec Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Microplastics from textiles may inhibit the lung’s ability to repair damage caused by conditions such as COVID-19, according to research findings released on 24 February. Finding both nylon and polyester negatively affected the growth and repair of airway tissue, researchers – from Groningen University, The Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research, and Plymouth Marine Laboratory – said the microfibres could make it more difficult for those with COVID-19 to mend their

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Impact Alpha

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

ImpactAlpha, Feb 1 – The design mandate for the green economy: Develop better and cleaner solutions that create jobs, improve health and drive demonstrably. The post Solving for climate justice is giving these Black investors an edge in the green economy appeared first on Impact Alpha.

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Renewable Energy World

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

In the final months of 2020, electricity generation from wind turbines in the United States set daily and hourly records. Hourly data collected in the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) Hourly Electric Grid Monitor show an hourly record set late in the day on December 22 and a daily record set on the following day. On April 10, 2019, daily electricity generation from wind turbines in the United States (excluding Alaska and Hawaii) reached a high of 1.42 million megawatthours (MWh).

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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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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Atlantic Ocean circulation underpinning the Gulf Stream is weaker than at any point in the last 1,000 years largely due to climate change and could cause disastrous sea level rise along the U.S. Eastern Seaboard, according to new research published Thursday in Nature Geoscience. The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) forms something of a 10,000-mile conveyor […].

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GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Why data and measurement are key to a circular economy transition. James Woolven. Fri, 02/12/2021 - 01:00. This article originally appeared on Circulate News. Measuring financial results, customer retention, productivity and inventory are all commonplace, but these measurements alone are no longer enough to tell a business whether it will stand the test of time.

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GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Lessons from 3 emerging bio-based material technologies. Suz Okie. Fri, 02/19/2021 - 00:40. Creating human-made materials from living or biological sources is by no means a new development, yet newly invented bio-based materials are garnering significant hype as of late. From electronic displays made from fish scales to sanitary products made from banana fibers, these inspiring innovations can capture human imagination and evoke an aspirational future free of toxins and litter, amongst other env

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Impact Alpha

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

ImpactAlpha, Feb. 4 – Nature is an asset – and we are failing as asset managers. That was the stark message of a. The post Biodiversity is the new climate change appeared first on Impact Alpha.

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GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

The potential for carbon-capture tech is captivating. Heather Clancy. Thu, 02/04/2021 - 01:30. This week, oil giant ExxonMobil pledged $3 billion to the development of a carbon capture and storage business over the next five years — in a bid to manage its business risks associated with climate change. CEO Darren Woods noted in the company's press release: "We are focused on proprietary projects and commercial partnerships that will have a demonstrably positive impact on our own emissions as well

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GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

The might of metals in the clean energy transition. Thomas M. Kostigen. Wed, 02/10/2021 - 01:15. Metals. It isn’t often that we — most of us, anyway — think about them. They are like water or packaged foods, things that appear out of a faucet or on a grocery store shelf as if by some magic inception. But there is a scientific beginning to metals. And it’s something we ought to be thinking about, increasingly so.

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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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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Tesla is hosting its second Historically Black College and University (HBCU) info session on March 3rd at 3:00 pm Eastern Time. Tesla is keeping its commitment to students attending HBCU colleges and is inviting both HBCU students and alumni to join the virtual informational session on Wednesday. The session will include learning opportunities about full-time […].

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

NREL To Play a Major Part in Microgrid Innovation for American Communities.

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

One of the bolder and perhaps more surprising targets announced by Tesla CEO Elon Musk last year was the target of reaching a 20 million-vehicle-per-year production capacity before 2030. That followed a statement forecasting that the broader auto market will hit 30+ million vehicles per year in 6–7 years. “Seven years for sure to 30M+ […].

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

I saw a tweet recently that got me to thinking (a dangerous pastime, I know). Yes, there’s energy everywhere, and the human body has a lot of it. By putting little push gears under the sidewalk, they figured out how to make electricity from people walking. Everyone will use a few more calories walking by, […].

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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.

CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Home weatherization and modern super-efficient heating technology are powerful tools that can ease the stress on the electric grid and help Americans stay safe and comfortable in today’s increasingly extreme climate.

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Indian wind energy generator Continuum Wind Energy is planning to issue its first green bond with backing from the International Finance Corporation. According to media reports, Continuum will issue a green bond to raise $500-600 million. The bond will be listed at Singapore Exchange. IFC has announced that it will invest $75 million in the […].

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Ending years of speculations about its listing at stock markets, one of India’s leading renewable energy companies — ReNew Power — has announced plans for listing at Nasdaq. According to a press release, ReNew Power will merge with RMG Acquisition Corporation II which is already listed at Nasdaq. ReNew Power has signed an agreement with […].

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

I recently spoke with Fraser Atkinson, CEO and Chairman of GreenPower Motor Co. (NASDAQ: GP), following a stream of recent announcements. The company has been on our radar at least since 2015, but it’s had a little flurry of activity in the past year, and very recently landed a major contract that could lead to […].

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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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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

Welcome to China × Cleantech — January 2021 edition. Our China x Cleantech series covers top cleantech stories in China each month. Happy ? Year! I hope your Spring festival went well, Happy ? (NIU) Year. EV Sales China — 9.4% Plugin Vehicle Share In Another Record Month On the 28th of January, José Pontes reported on […].

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Thanks to a recent suggestion from a CleanTechnica reader, I’ve gone ahead and created a page that I’m putting in our sidebar and will keep updated as we get new electric vehicle (EV) sales stats, charts, and graphs. At the moment, it pulls together 20 top charts and graphs on EV sales around the world. […].

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

One of the biggest issues EV naysayers and fossil fuel shills bring up is the future of each and every EV. “What are we going to do with all of those batteries?” they ask. The more informed shills know that they’re asking a disingenuous question, but many other people buy into the argument that batteries […].

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

GM is working with its supplier, Magna, to build battery enclosures for its upcoming Hummer EV. The 345,000 square foot facility is expected to add 300 jobs to the city of St. Clair over the next 5 years. “Bringing this new battery enclosure technology to market is another example of Magna’s ability to deliver a […].

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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

CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

In this episode of our CleanTech Talk podcast interview series, Zachary Shahan, Director and CEO of CleanTechnica, and Danny Shapiro, Senior Director of Automotive at NVIDIA, sit down to talk about autonomous vehicles. You can listen to the full conversation in the embedded player below. Below that embedded SoundCloud player is a brief summary of […].

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

Solar power has replaced wind power to become the largest renewable energy technology in India. According to data reported by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy for January 2021, solar power capacity in India was 38.7 gigawatts. Wind energy capacity was reported to be 38.6 gigawatts. Solar power overtaking wind power as India’s largest […].

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

E-commerce giant Amazon and its Walmart-backed Indian rival Flipkart have both announced partnerships with electric vehicle manufacturers for last-mile delivery of products. Amazon, in a recent press statement, announced it will strengthen its partnership with Mahindra Electric to procure more electric three-wheelers for last-mile deliveries. Amazon has already acquired 100 electric three-wheelers from the EV […].

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

In a Car and Driver highway test, a Tesla Model Y went further than a VW ID.4. But there's a story behind those numbers.

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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.

CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

My colleague Steve is always taking the good stories fast. Steve! This time, he beat us all to covering the proposed Electric Cars Act. Which is cool, because he gave it a very thorough analysis and now I don’t have to. On the other hand, my experience working with dealers tells me that the bill […].

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

Plugin hybrids shine in this disrupted market.

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

In today’s example of “better late than never,” Volvo is doing its first over-the-air (OTA) update. Tesla has been doing these for almost a decade, and other manufacturers have slowly been getting in on this in recent years. “The benefits of over-the-air updates are obvious,” said Henrik Green, Chief Technology Officer at Volvo Cars.

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CleanTechnica

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

Texas was just a glimpse of what’s to come. With increasing wildfires, drought, flooding, and sea-level rise, we must make sure our water systems can continue to operate during such events.

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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.