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Giant Canberra battery gets approval to help wean national capital off fossil gas

Renew Economy

A giant battery project that will help get the national capital get off gas and reach its net zero target has won development approval. The post Giant Canberra battery gets approval to help wean national capital off fossil gas appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Olympics showcase how a trailblazing mayor turned Paris into a green capital

Corporate Knights

As the world’s top athletes gather in Paris, the Olympic motto of “Higher, Faster, Stronger” could use one more superlative: “Cleaner.” If there were a gold medal for the Herculean task of improving the health and livability of a city, it would go to Paris itself – and tenacious mayor Anne Hidalgo – for an audacious decades-long green revolution based on the conviction that cities belong to people, not to cars.

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Matt Damon Narrates Long-Form Feature Honoring 80th Anniversary of D-Day, Premiering During NBCUniversal’s Coverage of Paris Olympic Games

3BL Media

STAMFORD, Conn., July 23, 2024 /3BL/ - Oscar winner Matt Damon narrates In the Company of Heroes , a 22-minute feature honoring the American men and women who risked and sacrificed their lives 80 years ago today -- June 6, 1944 -- during World War II’s Normandy landings on D-Day. Watch a Preview of 'In the Company of Heroes' The feature, produced by David Picker and Ron Vaccaro , is set to premiere later this summer during NBCUniversal’s coverage of the Olympic Games Paris 2024.

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AA1000AS Found To Add Value to ESG Reporting

CSR Hub

CSRHub found that using the AA1000 Assurance Standard (AA1000AS) to assure an ESG report had a positive effect on a company’s ESG rating. Data from more than 7,000 entities showed that issuing a sustainability report had a positive effect on an entity’s consensus ESG ratings and that this effect was increased by assuring the report.

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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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Forget nuclear: 5B says plunging price of PV means giga-scale solar farms the future for old coal plants

Renew Economy

Australian solar innovator says the plunging price of PV technology puts its home grown technology front and centre in Australia's transition to renewables. The post Forget nuclear: 5B says plunging price of PV means giga-scale solar farms the future for old coal plants appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Investing in Sustainable Project Management: A Strategic Imperative for Project Owners

Green Project Management

As the initial fervor around ESG fades amidst political backlash and economic challenges, the true integration of sustainability into corporate operations is gaining momentum. For project owners, this transition offers a crucial opportunity to lead sustainable project management, ensuring investments not only comply with current environmental standards but also lay the foundation for long-term resilience […] The post Investing in Sustainable Project Management: A Strategic Imperative for P

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Thousands of birds and fish threatened by mining for clean energy transition, study finds

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Our increasing demand for metals and minerals is putting over four thousand vertebrate species at risk, with the raw materials needed for clean energy infrastructure often located in global biodiversity hotspots, a study has found.

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Learnings from the Texas grid, and why it’s been able to add so much solar and battery storage

Renew Economy

Texas has around the same population as Australia and double the grid consumption. And it's been able to add renewables and storage at a rate Australia would envy. The post Learnings from the Texas grid, and why it’s been able to add so much solar and battery storage appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Why agents are the next frontier of generative AI

McKinsey Sustainabilty

By moving from information to action—think virtual coworkers able to complete complex workflows—the technology promises a new wave of productivity and innovation.

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Veolia Releases Results of Global Climate Survey

3BL Media

Veolia’s Barometer of Ecological Transformation survey shows Americans are feeling increasingly anxious and vulnerable to worsening climate conditions, but still believe it’s not too late to turn the tide.

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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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Gigantic ocean discovered 400 miles beneath Earth’s surface challenges what we know about the planet's water

Good.is: Planet

The ocean was discovered 430 miles deep into the Earth's mantle, which was usually thought to be a hot rocky layer devoid of water.

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“I’m not interested in the fanatics:” Dutton responds to science academy’s report on nuclear SMRs

Renew Economy

Dutton dismissed report on nuclear SMR by the highly respected Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering, saying he is not interested in the views of "fanatics." The post “I’m not interested in the fanatics:” Dutton responds to science academy’s report on nuclear SMRs appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Managing in the era of gen AI

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Will middle managers survive the latest bout of disruption and delayering? Should they?

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The Climate Games: World Records We Don't Want To Break

3BL Media

On the eve of the Games, WWF’s powerful new campaign warns that temperature and extreme weather records aren't the ones we want to break.

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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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Stunning discovery of 9000-year-old rock art shows humans knew about dinosaurs

Good.is: Planet

Researchers said the ancients created petroglyphs showing curiosity in the dinosaur prints.

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China installs more than 100GW of solar in first half of 2024

Renew Economy

Government data shows China has already installed more than 100GW of new solar capacity this year, bringing the total to more than 700GW. The post China installs more than 100GW of solar in first half of 2024 appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Think you know what consumers want? Think again.

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Despite lingering concerns about inflation and the high cost of living, consumers across all ages and product categories still want to spend—thoughtfully.

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Black & Veatch Elevates Sustainability as Strategic Cornerstone of Company’s Purpose, Vision

3BL Media

With sustainability evolving from a corporate responsibility to a critical business imperative for Black & Veatch, Deepa Poduval’s recent promotion to become the engineering and construction company’s global sustainability leader is a natural synergy.

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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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A recipe for zero-emissions fuel: Soda cans, seawater, and caffeine

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Engineers discovered that when the aluminum in soda cans is purified and mixed with seawater, the solution produces hydrogen -- which can power an engine or fuel cell without generating carbon emissions. The reaction can be sped up by adding caffeine.

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Origin to double size of Eraring battery to soak up solar next to country’s biggest coal generator

Renew Economy

Origin to double size of Eraring battery, adding a more than four-hour second stage to help soak up solar at the site of Australia's largest coal generator. The post Origin to double size of Eraring battery to soak up solar next to country’s biggest coal generator appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Man found $24 million lottery ticket in an old shirt just before it expired

Good.is: Planet

Jimmie is an avid collector of lottery tickets and a TV announcement prompted him to check his shirt.

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Otis Brazil Factory Receives ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems Certification

3BL Media

SÃO BERNARDO DO CAMPO, Brazil, July 22, 2024 /3BL/ - Otis Brazil’s factory in São Bernardo do Campo recently received its ISO 45001 certification, an international standard that specifies the requirements and good practices for effective occupational health and safety management systems. Otis Brazil is a subsidiary of Otis (NYSE: OTIS), the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service company.

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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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Scientists use AI to predict a wildfire's next move

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Researchers have developed a new model that combines generative AI and satellite data to accurately forecast wildfire spread.

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Costly gas, coal outages and generator bidding lead to big jump in electricity prices in June quarter

Renew Economy

Surge in wholesale electricity prices in June quarter highlights the problem of digging in with ageing coal plants and fossil gas generation. The post Costly gas, coal outages and generator bidding lead to big jump in electricity prices in June quarter appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Inside the engine room: Debunking the myths of scaling a new business

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Demystifying the narrative around five fundamental elements will help start-ups and scale-ups grow efficiently and continuously.

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Marathon Petroleum Answers a Food Pantry’s Call for Help

3BL Media

For MPC Control Systems Specialist Jeff Gartner, volunteering provided an opportunity to reconnect with AMEN. For several years, Gartner contributed fresh produce from his 15,000-square-foot garden until recently taking a break from gardening.

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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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Amazon, Air Products Launch Initial Trials of New Mercedes-Benz Hydrogen Powered Fuel Cell Trucks

ESG Today

Global truck manufacturer Daimler Truck announced today the launch of the initial customer trials of its hydrogen fuel cell-powered Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Trucks by five customers including Air Products, Amazon, Holcim, INEOS and Wiedmann & Winz. The launch of the new trucks follows a commitment set by Daimler Truck in 2020 to significantly invest in hydrogen technology, forming part of the company’s objective to offer only CO2-neutral driving vehicles in its core markets by 2039.

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Too slow and too risky, and waste won’t fit in a coke can – engineers debunk Coalition nuclear plan

Renew Economy

The Australian Academy for Technological Sciences and Engineering has joined other scientific, engineering and energy experts in describing the federal Coalition's nuclear power plan as too slow and too risky. The post Too slow and too risky, and waste won’t fit in a coke can – engineers debunk Coalition nuclear plan appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Logistics start-up funding: The investor pullback continues

McKinsey Sustainabilty

In the post-COVID-19 era, investors pinch their pennies.

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CNH Fargo Plant Partners With Farm in the Dell Event

3BL Media

Employees from world class equipment, technology and services company, CNH, volunteered to help plant two acres of corn and potatoes as part of the Feed Our Own Backyard initiative.

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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.