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Pension funds in pro-ESG ‘blue’ states outperform those in anti-ESG ‘red’ ones — to the tune of $159 billion

Impact Alpha

Pension funds in red states with an “anti-ESG” stance, including those with laws that ban ESG criteria when investing or using taxpayer dollars, have left $159 billion on the table over 12 years, a new study shows. The post Pension funds in pro-ESG ‘blue’ states outperform those in anti-ESG ‘red’ ones — to the tune of $159 billion appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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Beyond Skills: The Power of Traits in Sustainable Project Management

Green Project Management

Yesterday, we announced an exciting update to our core text, Sustainable Project Management. As part of this update, I’ve been revisiting the section on characteristics—a topic that, in my view, deserves more attention as we look ahead to 2024 and beyond. In the project profession, we often emphasize competence. We reference standards from IPMA, ISO, […] The post Beyond Skills: The Power of Traits in Sustainable Project Management appeared first on Insights into Sustainability and Pr

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A near 100 per cent renewable grid is readily achievable and affordable

Renew Economy

Three years of daily simulations show that very close to 100% renewable electricity is feasible for Australia’s main grid at reasonable cost, using just several hours of battery storage. The post A near 100 per cent renewable grid is readily achievable and affordable appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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World Environment Center Secures Additional $2.5 Million To Build Capacity of Women-Owned Businesses for Sustainable Economic Growth

3BL Media

August 22, 2024 /3BL/ - The World Environment Center (WEC) has received an additional $2.5 million in funding from the U.S. Department of State to expand its work building the capacity of women entrepreneurs throughout Central America on green projects. By leading two initiatives focused on economic development and climate change mitigation, WEC and its partners will work to address gender-specific barriers to sustainable growth.

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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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Reimagining insurance with a comprehensive approach to gen AI

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Insurance companies are at an inflection point with their generative AI use cases. Three McKinsey partners discuss the value of combining generative AI with other technologies.

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Researchers tested a bottle of Fiji Water against a glass of tap water and here's what they found

Good.is: Planet

The study challenges what we know about packaged water for ages and our mindsets about tap water.

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Clorox Equal Justice Works Fellow Spotlight: Elissa Gray & the Family Violence Appellate Project

3BL Media

More than four years ago we made a commitment — through The Clorox Company Foundation — to help fight racism and inequality. Some of our financial commitment goes toward supporting Equal Justice Works fellows like Elissa Gray. Elissa is working with the Family Violence Appellate Project to protect the legal rights of low-income domestic violence survivors in California who are facing harmful family court orders but lack adequate remedies to challenge them.

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What employees say matters most to motivate performance

McKinsey Sustainabilty

A survey of over 1,000 employees creates a data-backed view of what motivates employees to perform.

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Socioeconomics shape children's connection to nature more than where they live

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

The income and education levels of a child's environment determine their relationship to nature, not whether they live in a city or the countryside. The results run counter to the assumption that growing up in the countryside automatically increases our connection to nature, and yet the study also shows that nature close to home increases children's well-being.

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“Purely phenomenal:” AEMO says world is watching as rooftop PV leads surge to 100pct renewables

Renew Economy

AEMO says world is watching as Australia leads in the penetration of wind and solar in the grid and addresses the engineering challenges. The post “Purely phenomenal:” AEMO says world is watching as rooftop PV leads surge to 100pct renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Successful Training for Trainers on Pre-Departure Orientation for Indonesian Migrant Workers

3BL Media

As part of the Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Human Rights Coalition ‘s People Positive Palm project , The International Organization for Migration (IOM) conducted a pivotal Training for Trainers (TOT) session at Lombok Raya Hotel, Mataram City, focused on pre-departure orientation (PDO) for Indonesian Migrant Workers (IMWs). This training follows the successful completion of the PDO module development in 2023.

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Global Economics Intelligence executive summary, July 2024

McKinsey Sustainabilty

The economy remains resilient, but data signals a deceleration; China followed earlier moves by the Central Bank of Brazil, and the European Central Bank by easing monetary policy, cutting rates twice in a month.

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Archaeologists discover the sunken temple of Aphrodite brimming with glittering jewels

Good.is: Planet

This expedition illuminated new details about the ancient Egyptian city Thonis-Heracleion which got submerged underwater due to earthquakes.

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“Energy transition in real time:” Texas grid hits demand records, and for solar and battery storage

Renew Economy

The Texas grid has many similarities to Australia, and this week it dealt with record demand in a searing heatwave with no problems, thanks to solar and battery storage. The post “Energy transition in real time:” Texas grid hits demand records, and for solar and battery storage appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Bridgestone on the Road to Paris: “The Olympic Games Are Such a Powerful and Inspiring Platform”

3BL Media

International Olympic Committee news As the Olympic Games Paris 2024 begin, the Worldwide Olympic Partners are playing a fundamental role in making the Games a success. In our “Road to Paris” series, these Partners talk about some of the essential support they are providing and reveal their excitement at helping to shape an unforgettable Olympic experience for fans and athletes alike.

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Health-related climate adaptation: How to innovate and scale global action for local needs

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Solutions for adapting healthcare to meet the threats posed by climate change remain immature. Enabling innovation and scaling solutions is a critical priority to protect vulnerable populations around the world.

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Life from a drop of rain: New research suggests rainwater helped form the first protocell walls

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

New research shows that rainwater could have helped create a meshy wall around protocells 3.8 billion years ago, a critical step in the transition from tiny beads of RNA to every bacterium, plant, animal, and human that ever lived.

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Victoria lays out plan for 95 pct renewables, with no coal, not much gas and a big lift in demand

Renew Economy

Victoria lays out plan to reach its target of 95 pct renewables target by 2035, by which time it expects to close the last of its coal fired generators, relegated gas to a minor support role. The post Victoria lays out plan for 95 pct renewables, with no coal, not much gas and a big lift in demand appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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How Amalgamated Bank Uses Tech to Make a Positive Impact (Part Two)

3BL Media

In part two of this special 100th episode series of ESG Talk, we continue our conversation with Amalgamated Bank's CEO, Priscilla Sims Brown, and CFO, Jason Darby, to discuss how they use technology to drive the company's mission-driven business model and share actionable insights for other organizations. Listen Now Looking for more? Subscribe to the ESG Talk podcast on Apple , Spotify , and YouTube.

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Australia Senate Passes New Mandatory Climate Disclosure Law

ESG Today

A bill introducing mandatory climate reporting for large and medium-sized companies passed the Australian Senate today, marking a major step towards the establishment of a new climate risk disclosure framework in the country. In a statement following the vote in the Senate, Australia Treasurer Jim Chalmers said: “These critical reforms provide investors and companies the clarity and certainty they need to support the net zero transformation and further strengthen Australia’s reputation as an att

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Dual transformation: Optimizing the core and building new businesses

McKinsey Sustainabilty

With the economy still in flux, established companies could potentially unlock and sustain growth by building new businesses while simultaneously transforming the core.

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Sun Cable: Plibersek approves first stage of world’s biggest solar and battery project

Renew Economy

Updated: Federal environment minister Tanya Plibersek gives approval for first stage of Sun Cable, with enough solar and battery storage to provide 4 GW of continuous power to Darwin. The post Sun Cable: Plibersek approves first stage of world’s biggest solar and battery project appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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PotlatchDeltic Champions Sustainable Forestry

3BL Media

Our working forests are carefully managed to ensure a reliable and renewable supply of wood for various purposes, including lumber, energy, paper, and countless everyday products. We are proud to provide the products our society needs, while also supporting wildlife habitat, clean air, clean water, and jobs. The U.S. is a global leader in modern forestry, practicing some of the highest standards for sustainable forest management in the world.

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Scientists point out that continents on Earth have been rising

Good.is: Planet

Researchers finally have an interesting explanation for why the continents have been rising vertically along with moving horizontally.

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The versatile leader: How learning to adapt makes CEOs better

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Leaders benefit from seeking out diverse experiences, displaying deep curiosity, and knowing when to speak up.

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Business power: Batteries and solar could help kick out coal with less new transmission, if price is right

Renew Economy

A network of battery-backed mini solar farms installed on Australia's commercial and industrial rooftops could help usher out coal, and remove the need for big transmission upgrades. The post Business power: Batteries and solar could help kick out coal with less new transmission, if price is right appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation Quarterly Giving Series: Q2 2024

3BL Media

Originally published on DICK'S Sporting Goods Sideline Report TOGETHER, WE CHANGE LIVES Today we’re bringing you the latest quarterly giving series from The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation to highlight the great work being done in support of our mission to help inspire and enable youth sports participation. In our second quarter of 2024, we: Committed more than $1 million in Sports Matter Grants to support teammate-nominated youth sports organizations.

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A leaky sink: Carbon emissions from forest soil will likely grow with rising temperatures

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

The soils of northern forests are key reservoirs that help keep the carbon dioxide that trees inhale and use for photosynthesis from making it back into the atmosphere.

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The McKinsey Crossword: Book Recommendations | No. 194

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.

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Renewable records season arrives early as solar pushes sunshine state to new highs

Renew Economy

The unseasonably warm weather is causing renewable energy records to tumble early, driven by surge in solar output in Australia's most coal dependent state. The post Renewable records season arrives early as solar pushes sunshine state to new highs 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.