3BL Media

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of global supply chain management, one issue has emerged as a top priority: aligning with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. A recent report, “ Supply Chains Prepping for a Greener, More Agile Future ,” conducted by DP World in collaboration with Supply Chain Dive’s studioID, has shed light on the profound impact of ESG considerations within the industry.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Major emissions cuts and investment opportunities arise from shifting to greener materials and processes in construction and buildings, according to the World Bank's International Finance Corporation.

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Renew Economy

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Wind and solar reached 100 per cent of demand on 282 days in last year in South Australia, and the state will average 100 per cent within a few years, grid owner says. The post South Australia to reach 100 pct wind and solar within a few years, says network company appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Corporate Knights

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Behind the hoardings on the southeast corner of a busy downtown Toronto intersection sits an unnervingly deep hole, about 32 feet across and 130 feet down. It’s so deep that visitors can’t see the bottom from the sturdy guardrail around the rim. The surrounding work site is wedged between the back of a public library and a curb skirted by a streetcar line.

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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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3BL Media

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Mondelēz 2022 Snacking Made Right Report A more sustainable supply of key raw materials such as cocoa, wheat, dairy, and palm oil is critical to the continued growth and success of our business, to the resilience and prosperity of the communities producing these raw materials, and to the protection of the landscapes the ingredients are grown in. More sustainable production of our key ingredients also contributes to our carbon footprint reduction goals while protecting biodiversity.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The sustainability industry wants more data. But does it really need it? And what does that mean for sustainability professionals of tomorrow?

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Corporate Knights

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

ESG and AI. These ubiquitous acronyms are garnering significant media attention, and with good reason. According to the latest Future of Jobs Report, by the World Economic Forum, 85% of companies surveyed said AI would be the motor behind transformation in their organizations. They also reported that the adoption of environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards would affect who they hire, and how they work.

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3BL Media

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Whole Planet Foundation is grateful for the support of so many advocates who made our 2023 Party With A Purpose Annual Benefit and Auction a success ! In-person attendees, volunteers, sponsors, supplier donors, corporate donors, in-kind donors, WPF Community Engagement Committee Members and event partners helped raise more than $100,000 and counting.

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GreenBiz

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The world is off track to tackle plastic pollution. Here's what business must do now, according to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Short answer: no. Should we lift the ban? It would have no practical effect on electricity markets, but the political fallout could be tragic for Australia. The post Is nuclear the answer to Australia’s climate crisis? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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McKinsey Sustainabilty

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

A new McKinsey Health Institute survey across 30 countries offers insights into how organizations can help create a workplace that prioritizes physical, mental, social, and spiritual health.

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Science Daily / Earth & Environment

OCTOBER 31, 2023

A new paper revealed that human activities are making Earth's air, soil and freshwater saltier, which could pose an 'existential threat' if current trends continue. Geologic and hydrologic processes bring salts to Earth's surface over time, but human activities such as mining and land development are rapidly accelerating this natural 'salt cycle.

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GreenBiz

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The Clean Energy Procurement Academy will fund training for supply chain partners in Asia Pacific countries where renewable power is tougher to source.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Another big battery begins construction in W.A. as the world's biggest standalone grid deals with the combined challenges of low midday demand and evening peaks. The post Another battery project underway to manage low loads and rooftop PV in W.A.’s main grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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.

McKinsey Sustainabilty

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

A chief of staff can be instrumental to a CEO’s success while also advancing their own career. Here are eight pieces of advice from those who have mastered the role.

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Chris Hall

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Difficulties in definition continue to thwart efforts to demonstrate the financial benefits of sustainable investments. Sustainable fund flows attracted US$37 billion of net new money in Q4 2022, with global sustainable fund assets reaching a total of US$2.5 trillion by end of the year, according to data and research provider Morningstar. This suggests steady growth in the teeth of last year’s energy price crisis.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Here are highlights of an inspiring conversation between two 21-year-old youth climate activists and Google chief sustainability officer Kate Brandt.

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Renew Economy

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Just over half of Europe's single family homes could technically be fully energy self-sufficient with a combination of solar energy and storage systems. The post Half of Europe’s family homes could be energy self-sufficient with solar and storage appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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McKinsey Sustainabilty

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Africa’s fintech start-ups are leveraging mobile technology and innovative platforms to transform digital banking. We spoke with Ashraf Sabry, founder and CEO of Fawry, about the sector’s potential.

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Stanford Social Innovation

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

By Elizabeth Cushing We love to talk about scaling solutions in the social sector. It feels good to imagine a day when every person who needs support can get it. The reality is, though, that scale is elusive for most of us. Yes, we successfully develop and implement effective solutions to pressing problems, but we can’t do it for everyone everywhere because it isn’t feasible, it’s too expensive, or both.

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GreenBiz

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Leads of the new mechanisms for evaluating nature impacts and setting targets break down the differences between them and why your company needs both.

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Renew Economy

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Largest vanadium flow battery in south hemisphere is going through its commissioning process at Port Pirie, with big hopes for the future of round-the-clock storage. The post Vanadium flow batteries stake a claim for round the clock storage for renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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

McKinsey Sustainabilty

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Reducing greenhouse gases is essential for chemical companies to remain competitive. Investing in feedstock sources and conversion technologies can help close the gap to net zero.

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Stanford Social Innovation

OCTOBER 31, 2023

By Kartik Akileswaran , Jonathan Mazumdar & Angela Perez Albertos “When I was preparing to come to Delhi for a job, everyone in the village laughed and asked how it was possible that my village education would find me a job in a big city," recalled a 22-year-old Tabassum Naaz in 2010. They probably assumed her credentials would be too humble to be of use.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 31, 2023

A third of flights are less than 250 miles, which is already within range for electric planes.

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Renew Economy

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Rooftop PV sets new records for share of generation, and sends minimum demand levels to new low, taking a bigger bite out of the fossil fuel lunch, and that of large scale solar farms. The post Rooftop PV take a bite out of everyone’s lunch as minimum demand records tumble again appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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.

McKinsey Sustainabilty

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

MLB Chief Operations and Strategy Officer Chris Marinak shares how the league is changing the game on and off the field to connect with the next generation of fans.

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ESG Today

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Well over four out of five companies plan to increase spending on environmental sustainability initiatives over the next 12 months, as the achievement of sustainability goals extends its lead as a top corporate priority, and executives become more confident in meeting those goals, according to a new survey released by industrial products, solutions and technologies company Honeywell.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 30, 2023

A new report from BCG spells out what will "make or break brands" in fashion and apparel.

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Renew Economy

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Roy Hill Mines, owned by climate skeptic and renewables doubter Gina Rinehart, unveils a bright pink electric locomotive powered by a 7MWh battery. The post Gina Rinehart unveils a bright pink electric locomotive, to beat Forrest at his own game appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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.