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CSRHub launches ESG Roadmap - A Guide to ESG Ratings Improvement

CSR Hub

KATONAH, NY (Sept. 26, 2024) - CSRHub is excited to announce the launch of its new product, the CSRHub ESG Roadmap. This benchmarking and stakeholder diagnostic takes minutes to prepare, saving companies resources and providing business intelligence for sustainable growth. The sustainability landscape is a complex environment. ESG Roadmap provides the directions companies need to navigate towards improved ESG performance and impact.

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Australia’s biggest wind farm proposed to fill gap as last coal generators exit grid

Renew Economy

Spanish wind giant is proposing a 3 gigawatt wind project in the south-west corner of Western Australia to help replace the state's last coal generators when they close at the end of the decade. The post Australia’s biggest wind farm proposed to fill gap as last coal generators exit grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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American Celebrates Excellence in Aviation Maintenance With Top Mechanics

3BL Media

FORT WORTH, Texas, September 26, 2024 /3BL/ - American Airlines recognized five of its top aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs) for their exceptional work in their field as recipients of this year’s Ken MacTiernan Excellence in Aviation Maintenance Award. Since 2019, the award has been honoring AMTs at American who exhibit the qualities of professional AMTs, strive to uphold the highest standards in aircraft maintenance and support and promote the profession.

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The Lifelong Learning Fallacy—Why We’re Never Done Learning

Green Project Management

The Illusion of Knowing Enough We live in a world where we often believe that what we know is enough. We graduate, earn certifications, gain experience, and at some point, we feel like we’ve made it. The idea that we’ve completed the process of learning is comforting, like an insurance policy against the unknown. But […] The post The Lifelong Learning Fallacy—Why We’re Never Done Learning appeared first on The GPM Blog.

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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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Is the world facing a state of permacrisis?

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Leading economists Mike Spence and Mohamed El-Erian talk about the “pretty complicated and disorienting environment” we face.

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The response to South Australia’s blackout started with a tweet and became a revolution on the grid

Renew Economy

This weekend marks the 8 year anniversary of the South Australian system black event. It was a turning point for the grid, a trigger for batteries, syncons and record rooftop PV, and the state now leads the world. The post The response to South Australia’s blackout started with a tweet and became a revolution on the grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Cerulean Ventures closes $10 million early-stage fund for decarbonization

Impact Alpha

Cerulean Ventures, a climate tech venture capital firm in Santa Barbara, Calif,, closed a $10 million pre-seed fund to work with founders in four startups focused on carbon removal, global renewable energy credits, sustainable supply chains and a global blockchain to protect endangered natural resources. The post Cerulean Ventures closes $10 million early-stage fund for decarbonization appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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Siemens Launches Building Decarbonization Modelling and Optimization Solution

ESG Today

Siemens Financial Services (SFS) announced the launch of the Decarbonization Business Optimizer (DBO), a new cloud-based tool aimed at assisting building managers, construction firms, and others in the industry in their efforts to decarbonize buildings. The new solution is a free, digital web tool that, the company says, will provide information on decarbonization processes, and includes mechanisms for modeling and optimizing the process, as well as access to financing for projects.

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Energy storage jobs will soon overtake those in coal and gas

Renew Economy

The electricity workforce will need to double in five years to achieve Australia’s 2030 renewable energy target. Jobs in energy storage alone will overtake domestic coal and gas jobs. The post Energy storage jobs will soon overtake those in coal and gas appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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AMD Empowers Students With a Summer of STEM Education

3BL Media

For students, summer is a time for long days, great weather and no school. For those in underserved communities, students may not have the resources to participate in special programs that support their development throughout the summer in key subjects, such as science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). AMD recognizes the importance of continued learning in hopes of curbing the “summer slide” as well as introducing STEM concepts and careers to students, which increases the chance that the

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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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Extinct volcanoes a 'rich' source of rare earth elements

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A mysterious type of iron-rich magma entombed within extinct volcanoes is likely abundant with rare earth elements and could offer a new way to source these in-demand metals, according to new research. Rare earth elements are found in smartphones, flat screen TVs, magnets, and even trains and missiles. They are also vital to the development of electric vehicles and renewable energy technologies such as wind turbines.

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The McKinsey Crossword: Cutting Edge | No. 199

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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“Net zero is a con:” Forrest outlines how Fortescue mines will eliminate fossil fuels by end of decade

Renew Economy

Andrew Forrest unveils detailed plans to eliminate gas and diesel at his giant iron ore operations by 2030. "When will companies stop burning fossil fuels," he said. The post “Net zero is a con:” Forrest outlines how Fortescue mines will eliminate fossil fuels by end of decade appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Alzheimer’s Association Houston Launches Sustainability Initiative, Thanks to Green Mountain Energy Sun Club

3BL Media

HOUSTON, September 25, 2024 /3BL/ - Alzheimer’s Association Houston & Southeast Texas Chapter is reducing its environmental footprint and saving money with a new rooftop solar array, funded by Green Mountain Energy Sun Club. The $178,000 Sun Club grant is launching the nonprofit organization’s new sustainability initiative that aims to improve environmental stewardship.

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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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Return of the elephants seals: From a few to thousands

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new international study has revealed the genetic impact of hunting in northern elephant seals. The research shows that this species narrowly escaped extinction by hunting, resulting in lasting genetic effects in the present population.

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Italy Launches Greenwashing Investigation into Shein Environmental Claims

ESG Today

The Italian Competition Authority announced that it has launched a investigation into global fashion online retailer Shein’s website operator Infinite Styles Services Co over possibly misleading advertising claims made on the site regarding the environmental sustainability of Shein branded clothing. According to the regulator, the investigation is focused on the possible misleading nature of environmental claims in several sections of the website, including “#SHEINTHEKNOW”, “evoluSHEIN” and “Soc

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Construction begins on world’s tallest wind turbine in German lignite region

Renew Economy

Work has begun on a 364 metre "high altitude" wind turbine, using a four-legged lattice structure to tap into higher wind speeds. The post Construction begins on world’s tallest wind turbine in German lignite region appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Qurate Retail Group Continues To Make Significant Advancements on Global Impact Efforts

3BL Media

Qurate Retail Group’s Global Impact focus seeks to embed inclusion, sustainability, and social responsibility into all aspects of our business. We do this by inspiring a more sustainable way to retail through actions that accelerate business growth and positively impact employees, customers, communities, business partners, and the planet. As a result, we continue to make significant advancements towards our public goals and the critical role we play in protecting the environment, championing emp

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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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Air pollution exposure during early life can have lasting effects on the brain's white matter

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Exposure to certain pollutants, like fine particles (PM2.5) and nitrogen oxides (NOx), during pregnancy and childhood is associated with differences in the microstructure of the brain s white matter, and some of these effects persist throughout adolescence.

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U.S. Boards Deprioritizing ESG, with Most Saying it’s Not the Same as Sustainability: PwC Survey

ESG Today

Corporate boards have been seeing a declining focus on ESG issues, with slightly less than half including ESG as part of their regular agenda, as most directors report ambiguity into the meaning of ESG, many viewing it as a charged term, and less than one in ten agreeing that ESG means the same thing as sustainability, according to the new U.S.-focused Annual Corporate Directors Survey released by global professional services firm PwC.

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Fortescue strikes $4 billion deal for electric trucks and dozers to eliminate fossil fuels at giant mines

Renew Economy

Fortescue announces $4 billion deal for hundreds of electric trucks, dozers and excavators to eliminate fossil fuels at its mines. Even Rio Tinto is excited and vowing to be a "fast follower." The post Fortescue strikes $4 billion deal for electric trucks and dozers to eliminate fossil fuels at giant mines appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Cascale Participates in Sustainability Events Hosted by TÜV Rheinland in Thailand, Vietnam, and China

3BL Media

Recently, Ringo Yu, manager, Manufacturer Climate Action Program (MCAP) at Cascale, presented information about the program at TÜV Rheinland’s series of sustainability-focused events. These included a virtual webinar for stakeholders in Thailand, another for those in Vietnam, and an in-person workshop in Shanghai, which was hosted by TÜV Rheinland. At all three events, Yu shared information about MCAP, an integral part of Cascale’s Decarbonization Program , which supports Cascale members and non

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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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All-night lights change the behavior of fish, even into the next generation

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Scientists have shown that light pollution -- especially light in the blue spectrum -- can alter the behavior of fish after only a few nights, and have knock-on effects for their offspring.

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IFRS Foundation Launches Guide to Help Companies Voluntarily Apply ISSB Sustainability Reporting Standards

ESG Today

The IFRS Foundation announced today the publication of a new guide aimed at helping companies to voluntarily apply the International Sustainability Standards Board’s (ISSB) recently issued climate and sustainability-related disclosure standards and communicate their progress to investors. The IFRS Foundation’s International Sustainability Standards Board was launched in November 2021 , with the goal to develop IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards to provide investors with information about

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Australians are installing batteries at a record rate, as rooftop solar heads for major new milestone

Renew Economy

Latest data from the Clean Energy Council finds Australia hurtling towards a major new milestone for rooftop solar capacity and adding batteries to the mix at a record rate. The post Australians are installing batteries at a record rate, as rooftop solar heads for major new milestone appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Cisco and BT Partner To Upskill Ukrainian Refugees in Ireland

3BL Media

BT and Cisco have been in a strategic partnership since 1990, focusing on delivering a wide range of network, communications, and IT solutions to businesses both nationally and globally. Both companies are also passionate advocates for STEM promotion, with Cisco previously supporting the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE), one of the leading school STEM exhibitions in Europe which BT has organized and grown since 2001.

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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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Advancing inclusive care pathways for people with disabilities

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Across disease types, patients with disabilities experience inequities all along the care pathway—with consequently worse outcomes. Inclusive pathway designs and targeted interventions could help.

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Demand Growth for Green Skills More than Doubling Supply: LinkedIn Study

ESG Today

Demand growth for green workforce skills is outpacing the increase in supply, as companies and countries globally begin to take action on implementing their climate and sustainability-related commitments, with current trends indicating that there will be more than twice as many jobs requiring green skills as there will be qualified workers available to fill those roles, according to new research released by professional talent social network LinkedIn.

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“Shocking, shameful, abhorrent:” Coal mine approvals slammed for reckless disregard of climate

Renew Economy

Federal Labor green lights three major thermal coal mine expansions, in a move that lays bare the blatant disregard of climate change in Australia's environmental laws. The post “Shocking, shameful, abhorrent:” Coal mine approvals slammed for reckless disregard of climate appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Lynda Clemmons Reflects on the Latest Chapter in Our Sustainability Story

3BL Media

Originally published on NRG Energy Insights By Lynda Clemmons We’re excited to share this letter from our latest Sustainability Report reflecting on the milestones we’ve achieved and our goals for the future. Dear Stakeholders, Looking back on my first nine months as Chief Sustainability Officer for NRG, I am filled with hope and excitement. I feel honored to have joined a sustainability program with such a strong legacy.

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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.