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Grazing sheep among solar panels could produce higher quality wool, study finds

Renew Economy

The combination of solar farming and sheep grazing does not have a negative affect on wool production, and could even improve the quality of wool produced, new study finds. The post Grazing sheep among solar panels could produce higher quality wool, study finds appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Alberta's conservative party invites climate disinformation into policy debate

Corporate Knights

Members of Alberta’s governing United Conservative Party are debating whether to abandon existing net-zero targets at the party’s annual general meeting in Red Deer this week – a move that would further signal the province’s departure from global and national priorities for mitigating emissions. Drawing on longstanding pro-CO2 rhetoric in climate denialism, Policy Resolution #12 asks the government to scrap its decarbonization goals, remove the designation of carbon dioxide as a pollutant, and r

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Meta at UNGA 2024

3BL Media

Takeaways World leaders gathered for the 2024 United Nations General Assembly, where we showcased our commitment to helping accelerate the achievement of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals through open technology. In addition to announcing the recipients of the inaugural Llama Impact Grants and the Llama Impact Innovation Awards, we announced four collaborations over the course of this week that show how the global community is embracing the power of open source AI.

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Go, teams: When teams get healthier, the whole organization benefits

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Creating effective teams depends on multiple factors, including high levels of trust and communication, and understanding team context. A new approach helps elevate performance and create value.

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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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Broken Hill fiasco shows why we need to rethink the grid, and turn it upside down

Renew Economy

Broken Hill is back on the grid, ahead of schedule. It wasn't quite Mad Max, but the outages and lack of resilience is highlighting calls for a complete rethink of the grid - starting with consumer. The post Broken Hill fiasco shows why we need to rethink the grid, and turn it upside down appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Nanoplastics can reduce the effectiveness of antibiotics

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

An international research team has investigated how nanoplastic particles deposited in the body affect the effectiveness of antibiotics. The study showed that the plastic particles not only impair the effect of the drugs, but could also promote the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

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What I learned from Daniel Kahneman

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Daniel Kahneman, the psychologist whose findings helped launch behavioral economics, passed away this March. The encouraging words he shared with me offer good news for organizations.

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Equinor admits it “over-reported” amount of carbon captured at flagship project for years 

Renew Economy

Review of company data shows Norwegian oil and gas producer downgraded estimates for CO2 stored at Sleipner gas field by almost a third. The post Equinor admits it “over-reported” amount of carbon captured at flagship project for years appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Large meltwater accumulation revealed inside Greenland Ice Sheet

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new study unveils a surprising discovery: a substantial amount of meltwater is temporarily stored within the Greenland Ice Sheet during summer months. For the first time, an international group of researchers was able to quantify meltwater with positioning data. The finding challenges current models of how ice sheets contribute to global sea level rise.

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EU Cuts Greenhouse Gas Emissions by More than 8% in 2023

ESG Today

Net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across the EU fell by 8.3% in 2023, according to a new report released by the European Commission, marking one of the largest declines in decades, with the exception of a 9.8% COVID-19-driven drop in 2020 (which was followed by a 4.8% increase the following year), and a significant acceleration from the 3% reduction in 2022.

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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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AI power: Expanding data center capacity to meet growing demand

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Soaring demand for AI-ready data centers offers many opportunities for companies and investors across the value chain. How quickly they grasp them could determine the pace at which AI is deployed.

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Ontario’s huge nuclear debt and other things Dutton doesn’t understand about cost of electricity

Renew Economy

Ted O’Brien and Peter Dutton don’t seem know much about electricity costs and pricing. Contrary to their claims, Australian consumers actually pay less than their Ontario counterparts. The post Ontario’s huge nuclear debt and other things Dutton doesn’t understand about cost of electricity appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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When is a heat wave just a heat wave, and when is it climate change?

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new study used the 2023 heat wave in Texas and Louisiana as a test case for establishing processes that tease out whether particular weather events are climate change related.

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Women Are Voting Early - On Climate As Well As Reproductive Freedom

Joan Michelson

"Remember the Ladies." Seems to be a theme in this election - as early voting begins in huge numbers. With 64% of women saying climate is a big issue as well as rights.

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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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Connecting for growth: A makeover for your marketing operating model

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Marketing leaders must propel growth while navigating increased complexity and scope. A new global survey in consumer marketing reveals the need for a more connected and agile way of working.

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One ship load of solar PV is worth more to the grid than 100 ships of coal: IEA says fossil fuels losing race

Renew Economy

One container ship of solar PV modules can make the same amount of electricity as 100 ships of coal, according to the IEA's latest report. The post One ship load of solar PV is worth more to the grid than 100 ships of coal: IEA says fossil fuels losing race appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Low-level lead poisoning is still pervasive in the US and globally

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

Chronic, low-level lead poisoning is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease in adults and cognitive deficits in children, even at levels previously thought to be safe, Low-level lead poisoning is a risk factor for preterm. Annually 5.5 million deaths from cardiovascular disease attributed to low-level lead poisoning; accounts for a loss of 765 million IQ points in children.

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The Brief: Systemic risks of concentrated ownership in food

Impact Alpha

Greetings Agents of Impact! SOCAP24 opens today in San Francisco, including three sessions in the “ImpactAlpha track.” Amy Cortese opens the climate discussion, The post The Brief: Systemic risks of concentrated ownership in food appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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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 corporate visionary, a retail CEO, and a fashion designer

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Our October obituaries also include a staunch advocate for older adults, a surgical innovator, and an award-winning photographer who enabled many to see underserved communities through a new lens.

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One shipment of solar PV is worth more to the grid than 10 ships of coal: IEA says fossil fuels losing race

Renew Economy

One container ship of solar PV modules can make the same amount of electricity as 100 ships of coal, according to the IEA's latest report. The post One shipment of solar PV is worth more to the grid than 10 ships of coal: IEA says fossil fuels losing race appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Study shows natural regrowth of tropical forests has immense potential to address environmental concerns

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new study finds that up to 215 million hectares of land (an area larger than Mexico) in humid tropical regions around the world has the potential to naturally regrow. That much forest could store 23.4 gigatons of carbon over 30 years and also have a significant impact on concerns like biodiversity loss and water quality. The study showed that more than half of the area with strong potential for regrowth was in five countries: Brazil, Mexico, Indonesia, China, and Colombia.

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The Brief: Lessons from a sustainable agriculture bankruptcy

Impact Alpha

Greetings Agents of Impact! Join us today at SOCAP24 in San Francisco for the premiere of ImpactAlpha’s documentary: “Equity and ownership: Napoleon Wallace. The post The Brief: Lessons from a sustainable agriculture bankruptcy appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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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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The rise of private credit and its future potential

McKinsey Sustainabilty

As more companies consider private credit as a financing option, the opportunities for investors are expanding. This episode of Deal Volume describes this asset class and its potential.

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Death spiral: Network blows up renewable gas claims, wants to hit consumers for cost of stranded assets

Renew Economy

Network operators want consumers to pay more for gas pipeline access, because they fear accelerated switch to all electric homes will leave their assets stranded. The post Death spiral: Network blows up renewable gas claims, wants to hit consumers for cost of stranded assets appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Newly discovered cyanobacteria could help sequester carbon from oceans and factories

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

What if a microbe could help curb the climate crisis? Meet UTEX-3222, aka 'Chonkus,' a cyanobacterium discovered living in the volcanic CO2 seeps off the coast of Vulcano, Sicily. Chonkus is like other photosynthetic cyanobacteria in that it consumes CO2 and incorporates it into its cells. However, what sets UTEX-3222 apart is its rapid, high-density growth, which allows it to consume CO?

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Failure of a California almond grower shows the unsustainability of some sustainable agriculture investments

Impact Alpha

Trinitas Partners had plans to transform the world with almonds. The world had other ideas. When we last saw the Redwood City, Calif., The post Failure of a California almond grower shows the unsustainability of some sustainable agriculture investments appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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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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Pacific Fusion Scores $900 Million in Series A Funding

Energy Central

Pacific Fusion, a fusion development company based in Fremont, CA, previously unknown operating in “stealth mode,” rocketed to the forefront of attention in the fusion industry startup scene this week by scoring $900 million in Series A funding from an “A List” of high tech investors. The firm has secured more than $900 million in investor commitments.

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First stage of Australia’s biggest battery project switched on, well ahead of schedule

Renew Economy

Neoen formally opens first stage of what will be Australia's biggest battery, soaking up rooftop solar and helping ease the last coal generators out of the grid. The post First stage of Australia’s biggest battery project switched on, well ahead of schedule appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Farewell frost! New surface prevents frost without heat

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

In a new study, researchers discovered that tweaking the texture of any surface and adding a thin layer of graphene oxide prevents 100% of frost from forming on surfaces for one week or potentially even longer. This is 1,000 times longer than current, state-of-the-art anti-frosting surfaces.

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Bank of America offers guarantees to help community lenders leverage green funding

Impact Alpha

How do you turn $27 billion into nearly $190 billion? In the case of the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, by leveraging the $27. The post Bank of America offers guarantees to help community lenders leverage green funding appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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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.