Tech must lead on carbon neutrality
GreenBiz
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Sponsored: The tech industry is far from the biggest polluter, but it’ll be a key leader in solving the most pressing issue of our time: saving our planet.
GreenBiz
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Sponsored: The tech industry is far from the biggest polluter, but it’ll be a key leader in solving the most pressing issue of our time: saving our planet.
Renew Economy
DECEMBER 20, 2023
CSIRO's GenCost report updated to include near term transmission costs for wind and solar, and finds that the case for nuclear has been blown out of the water by the collapse of US SMR project. The post CSIRO says wind and solar much cheaper than nuclear, even with added integration costs appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Corporate Knights
DECEMBER 18, 2023
There’s an old joke about a chemist, a physicist and an economist trapped on an island with just one unopened can of food. The chemist suggests putting the can in the fire until it explodes, while the physicist suggests dropping it from a tree. “Those would waste food,” says the economist, “so here’s the solution: let’s assume we have a can opener.” The joke is a good reminder of the limitations of the climate-scenario exercise about to be conducted by Canada’s financial regulator, the Office of
3BL Media
DECEMBER 21, 2023
Nearly all – 90% – of global trade is seaborne, according to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), underscoring the significant environmental impact of ports and shipping. With shipping contributing nearly 3% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and maritime trade volumes expected to triple by 2050, the industry is at a tipping point, writes Morten Johansen, COO for DP World Americas in a recent article published in Forbes.
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
GreenBiz
DECEMBER 18, 2023
The RE:SUEDE project attempts to give old sneakers new life as agricultural compost.
Renew Economy
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Two huge lithium-ion batteries, and the Broken Hill compressed air storage project, win storage tender in result that may lead to rethink of what long duration storage technologies will look like. The post World’s biggest eight-hour lithium battery wins NSW long duration storage tender appeared first on RenewEconomy.
ESG Impact Zone brings together the best content for ESG professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 20, 2023
December 20, 2023 /3BL/ - Today Bath & Body Works announces its inclusion on the Wall Street Journal’s ranking of the Best Managed Companies of 2023. The publication partnered with the Drucker Institute for their annual ranking which includes 34 metrics in all. Companies represented on the list received top scores in five key categories: customer satisfaction, employee engagement and development, innovation, social responsibility and financial strength.
GreenBiz
DECEMBER 22, 2023
The holiday season has a dirty little secret: lots of waste.
Renew Economy
DECEMBER 18, 2023
NSW lands another $4.2 billion in wind, solar and storage projects, including big wins for Andrew Forrest and Neoen, and three ground-breaking long duration storage projects. The post NSW secures another $4.2 billion of wind, solar and storage to help shift from coal appeared first on RenewEconomy.
CSR Hub
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Each year the Drucker Institute ranks America’s Top 250 Best Run Companies, with special coverage from The Wall Street Journal. CSRHub is proud to say that, for a seventh consecutive year, our ESG data is included in Drucker’s ratings’ methodology.
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
3BL Media
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Italian icon MARTINI has announced ‘Aperitivo Through the Ages,’ a unique collaboration with Google Arts & Culture that aims to bring the brand’s rich 160-year heritage to life through a virtual showcase of historical artefacts. In partnership with Museimpresa, the Association of Italian Corporate Archives and Museums, viewers from around the world now have virtual access to view items from the special MARTINI Museum collection that illustrate unique brand antiquities and the history of Ital
GreenBiz
DECEMBER 19, 2023
The business of sustainability continues to evolve rapidly. Here are the most important changes to expect in the coming year.
Renew Economy
DECEMBER 19, 2023
AFR's choice of business heroes - mostly those who have fought quick action on net zero - underlines the tough road ahead for the green energy transition. The post Australia’s richest person says solar panels are an eyesore: Here’s why that matters appeared first on RenewEconomy.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Generative AI has the potential to widen the racial economic gap in the United States by $43 billion each year. But deployed thoughtfully, it could actually remove barriers to Black economic mobility.
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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.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 21, 2023
Command Sgt. Maj. William F. Thetford, U.S. Army (Ret.) passionately strives to be the driving force behind mission success in all that he does. As a high-school student in 1980, Thetford recalls feeling helpless while watching the news after Iranian militants overran the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, and the subsequent hostage rescue mission failed. “I knew then that if our country ever had to conduct another mission of that significance, I wanted to be a part of that effort,” he said.
GreenBiz
DECEMBER 22, 2023
2024 is likely to continue the momentum of 2023 when it comes to climate policy.
Renew Economy
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Wholesale electricity prices declined across the grid in 2023, and batteries are having a growing influence over the market as their numbers and length of storage grows. The post Batteries are getting bigger and longer, and helping wind and solar push coal out the door appeared first on RenewEconomy.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Macroeconomic, technological, regulatory, market structure, and product changes mean corporate and investment banks must take new approaches to tackling the opportunities and challenges ahead.
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
3BL Media
DECEMBER 20, 2023
December 20, 2023 /3BL/ - From a field of 99 submitted papers, Biodiversity Risk was selected as the winner of the 2023 Moskowitz Prize at Northwestern University. The award, which recognizes high-impact research in sustainable finance, was presented to Stefano Giglio (Yale School of Management), Theresa Kuchler (NYU Stern), Johannes Stroebel (NYU Stern), and Xuran Zeng (NYU Stern).
GreenBiz
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Get ready to see more tech innovations that aim to protect, restore, measure and report on nature.
Renew Economy
DECEMBER 16, 2023
The Waratah Super Battery project, designed to help fill the gap left by the closure of Eraring by creating a type of giant "shock absorber", will receive more than $700m. The post Filling Eraring gap: Giant Waratah Super Battery project to receive more than $700m appeared first on RenewEconomy.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Elevated interest rates weigh on consumer confidence; central banks hold rates, except in Brazil (down) and Russia (up); inflation subsiding for now and is negative in China; growth subdued in Europe.
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.
3BL Media
DECEMBER 18, 2023
by Faina Rozental, Eventide Asset Management America’s housing affordability has severely deteriorated over the last two years. Mortgage rates reached a 23-year high this October, and the limited supply of homes for sale has kept a floor under home prices. Home sales in September dropped to their lowest levels since the foreclosure crisis. Roughly 85% of American homeowners are locked into lower interest rates from past years, and many have experienced rising home equity values, with the median
GreenBiz
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Nearly half the world's largest corporations kept levels of flying to less than half pre-COVID levels last year, a study found.
Renew Economy
DECEMBER 17, 2023
Federal government urged to act "immediately" as major report finds Australia well behind international best practice on measurement and reporting of methane emissions. The post Climate authority confirms Australia has been fudging its methane emissions data appeared first on RenewEconomy.
ESG Today
DECEMBER 19, 2023
Global truck manufacturer Daimler Truck has announced that it is building a first customer-trial fleet of Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Trucks powered by hydrogen fuel cells. Amazon, Air Products, INEOS, Holcim and Wiedmann & Winz will take part in first customer trials to gain initial experience in CO2-free long-distance transport with the fuel-cell trucks.
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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
3BL Media
DECEMBER 22, 2023
As winter vibes roll in and freezing temperatures take over many parts of the country, T-Mobile is here to ensure your tech stays resilient and frost-free. AAA expects that over 115 million Americans are headed out for destination holiday this winter, so if your travel plans include colder weather, follow these tips to keep your tech working so you can stay connected all winter long.
GreenBiz
DECEMBER 21, 2023
Gaining support from a range of stakeholders is necessary to deliver on sustainability goals and achieve scalable change.
Renew Economy
DECEMBER 16, 2023
Rooftop PV sends brown coal output inVictoria to record low, while NSW hits new demand and renewable output records The post Energy shift in action: Brown coal hits new low in Victoria, renewables hit new high in NSW appeared first on RenewEconomy.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Advanced-industries companies that enter adjacent markets with the right approach can outgrow and outperform their peers.
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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.
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