What is COP? Here’s a practical explainer
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Everything you need to know about attending COP (this year, or any other): What it is, how to get access, what actually happens, and more.
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South Australia grid operates at 99.8 per cent wind and solar over past seven days
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 26, 2023
South Australia gets a glimpse of its "net" 100 per cent renewable future, with wind and solar meeting 99.8 per cent of state demand in the last seven days. The post South Australia grid operates at 99.8 per cent wind and solar over past seven days appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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The Journey From Recovery to Circularity for the Tire Industry
3BL Media
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Originally published by TriplePundit Heaps of scrap tires were once a common sight in countries around the world, whether stockpiled, taking up space in landfills or illegally dumped. But the picture has improved over the years, thanks in part to the growth of new markets for scrap rubber and other components of end-of-life tires (known as ELT). Countries including Brazil and India now recover almost all of the ELT they produce, and recovery rates exceed 90 percent on average across the European
Countries have to double their power grid renewal to meet climate targets
Corporate Knights
OCTOBER 23, 2023
The world’s electricity systems could dump an extra 58 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere between 2030 and 2050 unless countries double their grid renewal investments to more than US$600 billion per year, the International Energy Agency (IEA) concludes in a special report issued this week. The added emissions are “equivalent to the total CO2 emissions from the global power sector over the past four years,” enough to put average global temperature rise well above the 1.5°C targe
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.
The secret ingredient to plant-based meat? Real meat
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 26, 2023
Two startups, Paul’s Table and Better Meat Co., are spearheading the hybrid meat industry.
Wind and solar smash records as renewables reach new peak of 72.5 pct on main grid
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Wind and solar deliver more than 70 pct of generation on main grid for first time, as the share of renewables hits a new instantaneous peak of 72.5 pct. The post Wind and solar smash records as renewables reach new peak of 72.5 pct on main grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Solar energy is booming. What happens when the panels die?
Corporate Knights
OCTOBER 24, 2023
In 2019, the nonprofit Michigan Energy Options had just put up a solar farm in the city of East Lansing — in a dump. “It was a closed dump,” said John Kinch, the solar company’s executive director. “There was grass and some flowers and weeds growing there. “ As part of the project, Kinch and his colleagues restored the land around the newly installed panels.
Companies are slowly realizing their banks are adding to their carbon emissions
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Palo Alto Networks, Burton Snowboards, Lush Cosmetics and Seventh Generation are scrutinizing the impact financial services have on their climate goals.
South Australia takes another bold leap into deep green energy future
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 24, 2023
South Australia is leading the world on the integration of wind and solar. Now, it's about to take an even bolder leap into a deep green energy future through its hydrogen jobs plan. The post South Australia takes another bold leap into deep green energy future appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Medtronic LABS: SPICE Named Digital Public Good
3BL Media
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Medtronic LABS is pioneering a bolder, outcomes-focused approach to digital health as we reimagine community and primary care to work for patients, health workers, and Ministries of Health. And now our open-source digital health platform , SPICE , has been named a Digital Public Good (DPG) by the Digital Public Goods Alliance (DPGA). The DPGA, a multi-stakeholder United Nations-endorsed initiative, promotes better collaboration among development partners and reduce barriers to the digitization o
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
CDP’s 2022 Data Has Been Integrated Into CSRHub’s Ratings
CSR Hub
OCTOBER 24, 2023
CDP , a global non-profit that runs the world’s environmental disclosure system for companies, cities, states, and regions, recently licensed CDP data to CSRHub for integration into CSRHub’s consensus ESG ratings. CSRHub received data from CDP 2022 data set on more than 10,000 entities.
The future of sustainable aviation fuel depends on the 2023 Farm Bill
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Sustainable aviation fuel is emerging as the most viable path forward for a decarbonized aviation industry, if the 2023 Farm Bill provides adequate funding.
Fortescue produces first “home grown” electrolysers as it lines up green hydrogen deals
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Fortescue producing first of its "home grown" electrolysers at new Gladstone gigafactory, which it sees as key to success in Hydrogen Headstart program after missing out on Whyalla tender. The post Fortescue produces first “home grown” electrolysers as it lines up green hydrogen deals appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Preparing for California’s New Climate Disclosures
3BL Media
OCTOBER 24, 2023
California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed SB 253 and SB 261, which require companies that do business in the state to disclose Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions and climate-related financial risks. Join leaders from Cognizant, Deloitte & Touche LLP, and Workiva for a LinkedIn Live on Wednesday, November 1st as they review who’s impacted, reporting and assurance requirements, and actions companies can take now to prepare.
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.
Fintechs: A new paradigm of growth
McKinsey Sustainabilty
OCTOBER 24, 2023
After decades of hypergrowth, fintechs have entered a new era of value creation, where the focus is on sustainable, profitable growth. This report examines how fintechs can win in these disruptive times.
Nucor and Microsoft are counting on nuclear fusion to reduce their emissions
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 26, 2023
Steelmaker Nucor is investing $35 million in Helion, a nuclear fusion company, as part of a plan to build a power plant for one of its steel mills. Microsoft is also betting on the venture.
Solar behind big price falls as grid demand and coal power pushed to record lows
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 22, 2023
The growth in renewables over the past year has had a major impact on Australia's main electricity grid, with wholesale prices tumbling from their 2022 peaks, and grid demand and coal output sent to record lows. The post Solar behind big price falls as grid demand and coal power pushed to record lows appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Viatris Named to 3BL’s 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2023 Ranking
3BL Media
OCTOBER 27, 2023
PITTSBURGH, October 27, 2023 /3BL/ - Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS), a global healthcare company, announced it has been named to 3BL's annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, recognizing outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest U.S. public companies. 3BL is a news distribution platform that promotes ESG initiatives of leading companies and non-profit organizations.
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
ESG is beyond redemption: may it RIP
Financial Times: Moral Money
OCTOBER 22, 2023
The investing framework is now facing a mountain of troubles, almost all of them of its own making
Lionfish leather, pollution-free plastic and more: What's your pick?
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Five startups vying for exposure and support at Bloom 23 made rapid pitches for their tech to protect nature and boost biodiversity.
Solar will dominate grids around the world – even without ambitious new climate policies
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 26, 2023
Solar energy combined with storage is expected to become the cheapest option for generating electricity in nearly all regions worldwide by 2030. The post Solar will dominate grids around the world – even without ambitious new climate policies appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Georgia-Pacific Celebrates Women in Manufacturing
3BL Media
OCTOBER 27, 2023
ATLANTA, October 27, 2023 /3BL/ - This Manufacturing Month, Georgia-Pacific celebrates the success of women in the forest products industry and recognizes the important role they play. Despite women making up just 29 percent of the industry , GP is proud to have numerous trailblazing women making an impact in non-traditional roles. A voice leading the charge for women in manufacturing at GP is Carrie Shapiro, vice president of Sourcing Execution, who is an advocate for mentorship and visible lea
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
Right skills, right person, right role
McKinsey Sustainabilty
OCTOBER 25, 2023
A shift from credential-based to skills-based hiring could be a key to filling technical roles amid talent shortages.
How life cycle assessments can unlock value and lead to more sustainable products
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Sponsored: Shifting customer expectations and net zero goals mean companies need to tap into new data to unlock value from more sustainable products and services.
Australia’s main grid averages more than 50 pct renewables over 24 hours for first time
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 22, 2023
Renewables accounted for more than 50 per cent of generation over a 24 hour period on Australia's main grid for the first time this past weekend. The post Australia’s main grid averages more than 50 pct renewables over 24 hours for first time appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Key4Women Celebrates Second Annual Forum in Pittsburgh
3BL Media
OCTOBER 27, 2023
It was an evening full of inspiration, networking and connection. On October 4 th more than 150 people attending the second annual Key4Women Forum in Pittsburgh at The Circuit Center. Melinda Colaizzi, founder of Women Who Rock , served as the keynote speaker for the event. Cara Sapida, WPXI-TV reporter, served as the program’s emcee. The working mom of two shared her story of bravery, overcoming a breast cancer diagnosis during the height of the pandemic.
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.
Courageous growth: Six strategies for continuous growth outperformance
McKinsey Sustainabilty
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Fewer than one in four companies outpace their industry peers on revenue and profit growth. New McKinsey research reveals the six mindsets and strategies that set these growth outperformers apart.
Fossil fuel electricity has passed its peak in half the world
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 24, 2023
'On the cusp of a new era': A new report confirms the momentum of the clean energy revolution.
South Australia names winners of world-leading hydrogen tender in race to 100 pct renewables
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 21, 2023
South Australia announces winners of landmark green hydrogen tender that will play key role in state's advance to 100 pct renewables and plans to "ship sun beyond our shores." The post South Australia names winners of world-leading hydrogen tender in race to 100 pct renewables appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Tom Bartlett and Jill Brannon Appointed to Otis Worldwide Corporation Board of Directors
3BL Media
OCTOBER 27, 2023
FARMINGTON, Conn., October 27, 2023 /3BL/ - Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: OTIS), the world's leading company for elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service, announced today that Tom Bartlett and Jill Brannon have been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective October 27, 2023. Bartlett is President and Chief Executive Officer of American Tower Corporation.
The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges
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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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