GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
High-profile backers for Earthshot Ventures include legendary VC John Doerr, philanthropist Tom Steyer and Facebook Chief Product Officer Chris Cox.
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 6, 2021
Editor’s note: ImpactAlpha contributing editor Imogen Rose-Smith, a longtime senior writer for Institutional Investor, contributes a bi-weekly column on the policies, practices and strategies of. The post Pension funds are enjoying spectacular returns, sometimes at the expense of their beneficiaries appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
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Renewable Energy World
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
Contributed by Rogér Baylon, Clean Energy Associates. Despite last year’s reinstatement of US tariffs on bifacial modules , solar developers are often considering bifacial modules for their utility-scale solar projects. But the promise of bifacials’ higher energy yield of 6% to 10% – or more – compared to traditional monofacial PERC technology comes at a higher dollar-per-watt module cost, as well as increased expenses for balance of system (BOS) and installation.
Cisco CSR
SEPTEMBER 6, 2021
First there was Cisco StackWise ® Virtual, providing the ability to virtualize two connected switches into a single virtual switch. Now there’s the next generation of the technology, developed by Cisco IOS XE engineers, with an array of new benefits. The biggest benefit is that this virtualization technology can now run over optical fiber, so switches can be physically located up to thousands of miles away from each other.
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.
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
Large energy buyers can help not only by increasing clean energy use but by focusing on how, when and where they are procuring and using carbon-free energy resources.
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
ImpactAlpha, Sept. 8 – Honolulu-based Elemental has built a track record over the past decade backing entrepreneurs like BlocPower’s Donnel Baird and ChargerHelp’s Kameale. The post Elemental Excelerator spins out Earthshot Ventures with $60 million for inclusive climate tech appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
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Envirotec Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2021
Stunning satellite images depict the recent gigantic infernos that devastated one of the coldest areas on the planet. Last month fires burning across Siberia – known for its cold and harsh winters – were said to be bigger than all the fires burning across the globe combined. The images were released by the National Centre for Earth Observation (NCEO) to mark Earth Observation Week (6-10 September).
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
In June 2021, the ILO and UNICEF reported that the number of children in child labor had increased from 152 to 160 million globally.
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
ImpactAlpha, Sept. 8 – Conservation funds from Apple and L’Oréal launched in the last year will invest hundreds of millions in land and water. The post Scaling nature investments to meet investor demand appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Renewable Energy World
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
Follow @EngelsAngle. The Biden administration on Wednesday outlined an ambitious plan for wind and solar energy to provide 90% of U.S. electricity by 2050. The U.S. Dept of Energy’s Solar Futures Study is a blueprint that broadly shows how the U.S. could reach the milestone in the Biden administration’s quest for a zero-carbon grid. The study calls for the U.S. to install an average of 30 GW of solar capacity per year between now and 2025, then 60 GW per year from 2025.
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
Envirotec Magazine
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
Bath University’s recent paper identifies the potential for GHG emissions savings from biogas utilisation. In Wiltshire, Malaby Biogas’s Bore Hill Farm Biodigester was the case study in a research project published by Bath University and supported by Supergen Bioenergy Hub. Using real world data from 2019, the paper sets out the opportunity for massively improving the climate benefits of recycling food waste to produce renewable energy and green fertiliser for farmers.
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
Many family businesses have yet to make an explicit stand on environmental, social and governance goals, but their long-term view on value creation is changing the equation.
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
ImpactAlpha, Sept. 8 – This year, companies are taking the call when Engine No. 1 reaches out. Chevron Corp., the world’s No. 8. The post Companies scramble to get on the right side of Engine No. 1 – and of history appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Environmental News Bits
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021
Read the full story at Recycling Today. Nth Cycle, a metal processing and recycling technology company based in Boston, has been awarded a $250,000 grant by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) through its InnovateMass program. The grant money will go toward commercializing Nth Cycle’s clean and modular electro-extraction technology.
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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.
Renewable Energy World
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
Invenergy and BW Offshore are partnering on a bid to build a massive, 5.4-gigawatt wind project proposal offshore Scotland, the companies announced Wednesday. The offshore wind project will be a mix of floating and fixed foundations off the northeast coast of Scotland, as part of the first ScotWind leasing round. “We are uniquely positioned to deliver innovative offshore wind infrastructure to Scotland through leveraging Invenergy’s decades of experience, expertise in leading complex projects to
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
Date/Time: October 7, 2021 (1-2PM ET / 10-11AM PT) The last five years have seen significant growth in the number of Americans who say they want to buy eco-friendly products — 42% as of January 2021, according to the latest Shelton Group research. There has also been significant growth in the number of people who can name — unaided — a brand they have intentionally purchased or intentionally stopped purchasing because of the company’s environmental or social record (26%).
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
Consider these statements: “Climate Risk Is Investment Risk.” “The climate crisis poses enormous financial risk to investment managers, asset owners, and businesses. These. The post Letter from New Orleans: Climate risk is business risk, and opportunity appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Green Tech Gazette
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
Contributed by David Guion. A combination of a very old technology with a very new technology can potentially become an important part of energy storage. Bricks are about the oldest of all man-made building materials. Made of dried clay, they are nearly impervious to changing weather conditions. They absorb heat from the sun during the day and release it at night.
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
Renewable Energy World
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021
By Sarah Shemkus, Energy News Network. A new joint venture between Boston-based BlueWave Solar and European photovoltaics firm Ciel et Terre is poised to bring floating solar panels to the ponds and reservoirs of Massachusetts for the first time. Supporters say the plan has the potential to mitigate ongoing concerns about finding enough space for clean energy development.
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
The energy sector should follow telecommunications with software-defined infrastructure rather than hardware-centric updates.
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
ImpactAlpha, September 8 — The open-ended fund, co-managed by Mission Driven Finance and Project Equity, received commitments from Living Cities and other impact. The post Employee Ownership Catalyst Fund raises nearly $5 million to back worker-ownership conversions appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Envirotec Magazine
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
A state-of-the-art facility to allow the recycling of flexible plastics is to open in Glenrothes, Fife. The company behind the project, Yes Recycling, writes: As an experienced recycler, we specialise in hard-to-recycle plastics, including banknotes, hard hats, printed packaging film, and post-industrial and construction waste streams. Our multiple million-pound investments have enabled us to create a state-of-the-art patented recycling technology.
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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
Renewable Energy World
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
Contributed by Bob Fesmire , ABB Inc. Today is World EV Day, a celebration of the electrification of transport. But while consumer vehicles take up most of the e-mobility headlines , there is another segment of the market that is poised to take EVs (and charging infrastructure) to the next level. I’m talking about fleets—delivery vans, transit buses, and other commercial vehicles.
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 6, 2021
The Beyond the Bag initiative aims to identify, test and implement innovative single-use alternatives that make sense for stores, customers and the environment.
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
ImpactAlpha, September 9 – India’s recognition of its vulnerability to climate change has spurred a set of ambitious targets to curb carbon emissions. The post Investors rally behind India’s early, active climate tech scene appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Living Green Tech
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
Dogs have a significant environmental impact because of their toys, food, and other pet care accessories. The majority of dog toys and food packaging use single-use plastics, and most pet food is not environmentally sustainable. Some studies on pet food sustainability have even shown that the environmental impact of a dog is similar to the impact of owning a large SUV.
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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.
Renewable Energy World
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
Follow @EngelsAngle. The Mountain Iron facility will become the second-largest solar module manufacturing plant in the U.S. The $21 million expansion of the Mountain Iron, Minnesota facility will begin this month, with production slated to commence in June 2022. The company’s goal is to meet the growing demand for solar modules and help secure the U.S. solar supply chain.
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
From the Bank of England to the People’s Bank of China, monetary authorities of the world’s largest economies are gauging how climate change could rock the financial system.
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
TGIF, Agents of Impact! ?? Crossing climate. Another day, another billion-dollar climate fund. The latest announcement ahead of this fall’s climate conferences: California. The post The Week in impact investing: The intersections appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Living Green Tech
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021
How easy is it to find a list of the passwords you use? What about your insurance details? Credit Cards? What about last year’s tax information? Where do you keep your pay stubs? For most, the answer is your computer or phone. Your PC and phone are most likely locked with a password or by fingerprint, which is enough to keep your personal information away from most prying eyes.
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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.
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