Moving from corporate responsibility to impact
GreenBiz
APRIL 24, 2023
ESG and the impact economy are changing corporate responsibility forever. Here’s how.
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Record wind and solar deliver lower prices, loosen coal and gas dominance over grid
Renew Economy
APRIL 27, 2023
Record wind and solar generation helped loosen the vice like grip of fossil fuels over the grid and send prices down and emissions to new lows. The post Record wind and solar deliver lower prices, loosen coal and gas dominance over grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Podcast: Why is the smart home still so terrible?
Stacey Higginbotham
APRIL 13, 2023
This week’s show is full of both good news and bad news, starting with Google apparently dropping software update support for third-party smart displays. We question Google’s commitment to the smart home, even though the good news from Google is that it has released more capabilities to control new device types — a bit of good news. Then we review Nanoleaf’s Matter-enabled Essentials light bulbs and strips and are a bit worried about what it means for Matter.
G20 countries fail to match climate pledges with action
Corporate Knights
APRIL 19, 2023
The world’s 20 largest economies are still not pulling their collective weight when it comes to slashing greenhouse gas emissions. That was one of the central conclusions of Corporate Knights’ latest Earth Index * analysis, which found that G20 countries as a whole were not on track to meet their stated reduction targets from 2020 to 2021. The Earth Index revealed that the G20 actually saw emissions rise during this period by 23% of the reduction needed to meet their stated climate goals – a gla
How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
The Integrated and Transparent Principle for Sustainable Project Management
Green Project Management
APRIL 26, 2023
The integrated and transparent principle for sustainable project management fosters a holistic approach to sustainability, where economic development, social integrity, and environmental protection are interdependent and interconnected. It means being aware of projects’ impact on the environment and society and working to minimize negative impacts while maximizing positive ones.
Over 70% of Businesses View ESG as a Revenue Enabler: IBM Study
ESG Today
APRIL 18, 2023
The argument that ESG harms profitability is “more than a myth—it’s misinformation that leads to poor business decision-making,” according to a new study released by IBM, which found that more than 70% of executives view ESG as a revenue enabler, and that consumers increasingly focus on companies’ sustainability performance when making purchasing and employment decisions.
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NSW gets stunning low price for wind and solar in biggest renewables auction
Renew Economy
APRIL 30, 2023
NSW announced results of first renewable auction, with solar prices below $35/MWh and wind below $50/MWh. The post NSW gets stunning low price for wind and solar in biggest renewables auction appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Cybersecurity for the IoT: How trust can unlock value
McKinsey Sustainabilty
APRIL 7, 2023
For today’s fragmented Internet of Things (IoT) to reach its potential as a fully interconnected ecosystem, the answer may lie in the convergence of cybersecurity and the IoT.
Are governments doing enough to end obstacles for women entrepreneurs?
Corporate Knights
APRIL 6, 2023
Lack of role models. Unequal access to financing. Stereotypes about women in business. Caregiving challenges. Long wait times for health services. These were always obstacles for women who run their own businesses, long before COVID-19, especially women with small businesses and the self-employed. But the pandemic exacerbated them. A recent survey of 147 women entrepreneurs in Ontario by the non-profit PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise shows that the pandemic added to the burden on women en
Ethics and Decision Making as a Foundation for Sustainable Project Management Practice
Green Project Management
APRIL 17, 2023
Ethics is paramount to sustainability. It is the underlying theme that ties everything together. This is why our 2nd Principle for Sustainable Project Management is Ethics One of these principles is “Ethics & Decision Making,” which involves supporting organizational ethics and decision-making with respect for universal principles. Project managers must identify, mitigate, and prevent adverse […] The post Ethics and Decision Making as a Foundation for Sustainable Project Ma
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
Native Americans get the $720 million for climate they deserve
GreenBiz
APRIL 5, 2023
The Inflation Reduction Act directs unprecedented funding to tribes and Native communities for climate resilience and solutions.
Oregon's data center-focused emissions bill squashed by Amazon
GreenBiz
APRIL 10, 2023
Amazon wielded its considerable lobbying power and killed legislation that would have cut industry emissions to zero by 2040. The question is, why?
As millions of solar panels age out, recyclers hope to cash in
GreenBiz
APRIL 4, 2023
Solar panels have a lifespan of 25 to 30 years, but they contain valuable metals, including silver and copper. With a surge of expired panels expected soon, companies are emerging that seek to recycle the reusable materials and keep the panels out of landfills.
Interface @ 50: A conversation with CEO Laurel Hurd
GreenBiz
APRIL 3, 2023
At the half-century mark, the sustainability icon doesn’t seem to be resting on its, um, laurels.
Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?
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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.
Bloom 23 and the growing business of biodiversity
GreenBiz
APRIL 17, 2023
Welcome to the growing world of business and biodiversity, where nature truly meets the bottom line.
Why can't we take back 'woke'?
GreenBiz
APRIL 10, 2023
It's time to reclaim the word in the name of a just and sustainable future.
How does sustainable agriculture measure up in the EU and U.S
GreenBiz
APRIL 13, 2023
Here are three key differences and three similarities between the sustainable food pushes in America and Europe.
The new EU law that’s looking to stamp out greenwashing
GreenBiz
APRIL 4, 2023
Another month, another progressive policy announcement from the European Union, this time aimed at stamping out greenwashing by companies operating within its borders.
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
The link between business value creation and ESG
GreenBiz
APRIL 19, 2023
A new report from Bain & Co. and EcoVadis connects sound ESG management across supply chains with better margins.
Why communicating on climate is so hard
GreenBiz
APRIL 24, 2023
To meet climate goals, we need to tell better stories. Here’s how.
Earth Day and the polling of America, 2023
GreenBiz
APRIL 24, 2023
Consumers express growing interest in purchasing greener products despite growing skepticism about environmental marketing claims. Can both be true?
Behind the world's largest pilot for reusable bags
GreenBiz
APRIL 28, 2023
The latest initiative from the Beyond the Bag Consortium will reach three states and more than 150 stores, including mom-and-pop shops alongside some of the biggest retailers in the U.S., such as CVS Health, Target, Dick’s Sporting Goods and Kroger.
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.
Vehicle-to-grid pilots soar, but where will they land?
GreenBiz
APRIL 25, 2023
Bidirectional charging is needed for a stable grid, but its ability to scale is trapped in the pilot stage.
Are companies ghosting the planet on climate policy?
GreenBiz
APRIL 21, 2023
It’s past time for businesses to buckle up, lean in, and loudly and vigorously support bold equitable climate policy. This is the moment to show up.
Climate literacy training for every budget
GreenBiz
APRIL 11, 2023
The sustainability skills training space is as vast and complex as the world of sustainability.
'Staggering': US on cusp of 600 GW clean energy boom
GreenBiz
APRIL 27, 2023
A BloombergNEF report predicts the U.S. renewables project pipeline is set for a record-breaking surge in development, as Google announces a major new solar partnership.
What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?
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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
Be excited about EPR, even if it’s not a silver bullet
GreenBiz
APRIL 14, 2023
The bottom line is that a money flow is needed to improve recycling rates, and extended producer responsibility contributes to that.
Hazelwood battery charges up for first time at site of former coal generator
Renew Economy
APRIL 27, 2023
Hazelwood battery charges up for first time at site of former brown coal generator in the Latrobe Valley. The post Hazelwood battery charges up for first time at site of former coal generator appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Solar is a runaway global success, and Australia is showing the way forward
Renew Economy
APRIL 23, 2023
The current growth rates of solar alone will see the global energy sector decarbonised by mid-century. The post Solar is a runaway global success, and Australia is showing the way forward appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Can regenerative agriculture alleviate California’s almond problem?
GreenBiz
APRIL 20, 2023
KIND is the latest to start pilots with almond producers to figure out how to keep the cash crop from becoming another drain on California's water supply.
What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?
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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.
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