The secret life of ESG ratings
GreenBiz
MAY 9, 2022
Part 1 of a three-part series on ratings and ratings agencies and some of the challenges they are facing.
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Taylor quietly tips $3m into another brown coal to hydrogen venture
Renew Economy
MAY 12, 2022
More funding quietly tipped into brown coal to hydrogen projects, as the Coalition's election fossil hydrogen subsides top $400 million. The post Taylor quietly tips $3m into another brown coal to hydrogen venture appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Canadian pension funds are making climate promises they’re not backing up
Corporate Knights
MAY 12, 2022
Andhra Azevedo is a staff lawyer with Ecojustice, a national environmental law charity. Patrick DeRochie is the senior manager for Shift: Action for Pension Wealth and Planet Health. . Canada’s pension beneficiaries are increasingly worried about how their pensions are being invested in the face of a rapidly worsening climate crisis. A growing number of Canada’s largest public pension administrators and investment managers have made net-zero-emissions commitments.
AllianceBernstein Partners With Second Harvest Food Bank
3BL Media
MAY 11, 2022
SOURCE: AllianceBernstein. DESCRIPTION: This past month, AB’s senior leaders gathered in Nashville for an annual offsite meeting, and spent a day partnering with Second Harvest Food Bank to pack +2,200 weekend meals for Middle Tennessee children in need. About AllianceBernstein. AllianceBernstein is a leading global investment management firm that offers high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional investors, individuals and private wealth clients in major world m
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
Investors bet big on energy data startup Arcadia
GreenBiz
MAY 12, 2022
Squeezing data out of utilities is hard. Arcadia just raised $200 million to make the process simpler.
Kurri Kurri gas folly: Cost blowout, limited operation, not hydrogen-ready
Renew Economy
MAY 9, 2022
The total cost of Kurri Kurri has blown out to more than $1 billion, it won't have much storage, and it won't use hydrogen. The post Kurri Kurri gas folly: Cost blowout, limited operation, not hydrogen-ready appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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DHL's CO2 Savings to Soar With Sustainable Aviation Fuel Deal
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MAY 11, 2022
SOURCE: Acre. DESCRIPTION: ?DHL Express is to purchase more than 800 million litres of low-carbon Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in a landmark agreement, making it one of the biggest SAF aviation deals to date. The logistics provider has entered a partnership with BP and Neste to provide the fuel within the next five years as it moves towards decarbonizing aviation logistics.
How ESG ratings are built
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The process of creating comprehensive ratings for thousands of companies is mind boggling. It's also fraught with a multitude of challenges.
Meet Zoe Daniel: Journalist turned independent fighting for climate, integrity and gender equality
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MAY 11, 2022
Reluctant to join the political fray, Zoe Daniel says failures to act on climate change and integrity in politics motivate her challenge to Tim Wilson. The post Meet Zoe Daniel: Journalist turned independent fighting for climate, integrity and gender equality appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Knight Bites: Methane in the madness
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Carbon dioxide tends to take all the heat for climate change, but methane is responsible for around 30% of global warming since the Industrial Revolusion. More than 110 countries recently pledged to curb emissions by at least 30% below 2020 levels by 2030. What are some solutions? Cut back on meat. The International Energy Agency (IEA) reports that agriculture is responsible for 40% of global emissions.
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
VMware Celebrates 49 Employees Recognized on CRN's Women of the Channel for 2022
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MAY 13, 2022
SOURCE: VMware. DESCRIPTION: Every day, hundreds of women around the world lead VMware’s engagement with tens of thousands of partners. We are therefore pleased to announce that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has included 49 VMware leaders to the 2022 Women of the Channel list. In addition, VMware leaders Sandy Hogan, Jeanne Newberry, and Tracy-Ann Palmer appear on the prominent Power 100 list, which honors some of the most powerful women of the channel, chosen by the CRN editorial team b
Investors warn meat and dairy industry faces a 'near disaster' in net zero transition
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Influential FAIRR network of investors warns global animal agriculture industry facing escalating climate impacts and risk of capital flight.
Low cost printed solar fast-tracked in Australian “trailblazer” program
Renew Economy
MAY 11, 2022
Two NSW universities win funding to fast-track manufacture of cutting edge Australian clean energy and recycling technologies. The post Low cost printed solar fast-tracked in Australian “trailblazer” program appeared first on RenewEconomy.
CCDE and the Timelessness of Good Network Design
Cisco CSR
MAY 11, 2022
The Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) recently transitioned to the CCDE v3 certification blueprint. CCDE v2, its former version, had been around for… a while. A long while (especially when compared to the typical tech lifecycle), but that doesn’t mean it had stagnated. Part of the reason for that is that the focus of CCDE has long been on training network design professionals to think critically about network design and business practices, rather than focusing on the technology of the moment.
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.
T-Mobile Celebrates Military Appreciation Month, Part 2: The Military Spouse
3BL Media
MAY 13, 2022
By Shawna Ryan, T-Mobile Stories. SOURCE: T-Mobile. DESCRIPTION: As the country honors its servicemen and women this month, T-Mobile renews its lead sponsorship of a nonprofit helping veterans and their families meet the challenges of life after the military. In the second installment of this three-part series, we bring you a special story of how this employee found herself demonstrating what Military Appreciation Month in action truly means.
The growing role of sustainability in small business marketing
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Sponsored: The benefits of creating sustainable businesses are undeniable. There are many choices that a small business can make to become more environmentally friendly.
Big solar on a roll, as 1GW project pipeline firms up in New Zealand
Renew Economy
MAY 11, 2022
New Zealand, which gets more than 80% of its electricity supply from renewables, has very little solar in that mix. But that is about to change. The post Big solar on a roll, as 1GW project pipeline firms up in New Zealand appeared first on RenewEconomy.
It’s a party! Cisco SecureX at RSAC and Cisco Live US 2022
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MAY 11, 2022
We have come a long way from making our first sourdough starter batch to exploring new hobbies — or in my case exhausting the Netflix library! We have craved human connection and insightful conversations. It was just over two years ago that we were together at the RSA Conference in San Francisco promising the next leap in cybersecurity with Cisco’s introduction of SecureX.
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
South Bronx Early College Academy and The Longwood Academy of Discovery in Bronx, NY Celebrate Official Opening of Hydroponic Classrooms
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Two schools boast dedicated spaces for sustainability and science education. SOURCE: Green Mountain Energy. DESCRIPTION: NEW YORK, May 12, 2022 /3BL Media/ — On April 28 and 29, South Bronx Early College Academy (SBECA) and The Longwood Academy of Discovery celebrated the official opening of their hydroponic-farm classrooms. Representatives from Green Mountain Energy Sun Club and NY Sun Works joined school staff and students for the ribbon-cutting, informative tour of the hydroponic systems, and
Former BlackRock exec and FT editor-at-large on ESG market 'referees'
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Tariq Fancy, former BlackRock chief investment officer for sustainable investing, and Financial Times editor-at-large Gilian Tett share their takes on the tension between the tenets of neoliberalism and the potential for ESG investing.
Australia’s first battery giga-factory nearly complete, signs up local suppliers
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Australia’s first giga-scale battery manufacturing facility – being built in the heart of New South Wales’ coal country – is nearing completion and has signed up three new Australian suppliers to ensure near 100 per cent Australian made components. The solar powered Renaissance One plant in the Hunter Region industrial suburb of Tomago – near […].
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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.
Lenovo Collaborates With Stella McCartney and Central Saint Martins to Champion the Future of Sustainable Fashion Design Through Technology
3BL Media
MAY 13, 2022
SOURCE: Lenovo. SUMMARY: Lenovo and Stella McCartney will challenge MA Design students from Central Saint Martins to explore the relationship between fashion and technology during a live brief. One winner from the course will be offered an internship at Stella McCartney. DESCRIPTION: May 13, 2022 /3BL Media/ World-leading technology brand, Lenovo is collaborating with iconic fashion designer and conscious luxury pioneer Stella McCartney, and world-renowned art and design college Central Saint Ma
Revel aims to charge up NYC’s EV infrastructure
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America’s largest city is woefully behind in EV adoption. Can a Staten Islander with a small battalion of electric mopeds and rideshare vehicles help pave the way to electrification?
Fortescue looks to turn US coal mine into huge green hydrogen hub
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Fortescue proposes to turn Washington state's last coal mine and coal generator into a major green hydrogen facility. The post Fortescue looks to turn US coal mine into huge green hydrogen hub appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Transform your SD-WAN with IOS-XE
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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
KeyBank and the First Niagara Foundation Invests $1.5 Million in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program at Oishei Children's Hospital in Buffalo
3BL Media
MAY 12, 2022
SOURCE: KeyBank. DESCRIPTION: KeyBank and the First Niagara Foundation is donating $1.5 million to help further develop an innovative diversity, equity and inclusion program in maternity services at John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital. This transformative grant is part of KeyBank’s $40 billion National Community Benefits Plan and is symbolic of the bank’s longstanding commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Unilever to trial 'warmer' ice cream freezers to slash CO2 and energy use
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One small blip of demand response, one big leap to smart green grid
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MAY 12, 2022
First official trades in "nega-watts" - dialling down demand at times of high prices - points to a smarter future for the grid. The post One small blip of demand response, one big leap to smart green grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Fostering a culture that normalizes mental health discussions
Cisco CSR
MAY 10, 2022
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, an important topic to me personally and my leadership ethos. It is a challenge that spans the globe—day-in and day-out—for many people, whether dealing with issues themselves or supporting a loved one. Feelings of stress, anxiety, and burnout are normal, which is why every person has some risk of developing a mental health disorder, regardless of demographics, socioeconomics, education, and occupation. .
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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