How governments can strengthen carbon markets and spur long-term success
GreenBiz
JULY 9, 2024
Governments can play a key role in the success and longevity of carbon markets — specifically by backstopping early investments.
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German coal power production drops to record low in Q2 as renewables soar to 65 pct share
Renew Economy
JULY 11, 2024
Coal power plunged to a record low in Germany in the spring, while renewables produced a record 65 per cent share. The post German coal power production drops to record low in Q2 as renewables soar to 65 pct share appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Here's how the meat and dairy lobby is watering down climate policy in Europe
Corporate Knights
JULY 9, 2024
North American meat and dairy companies have been hard at work in recent years, attempting to clean up their eco-image. While environmental groups zero in on animal agriculture as a top driver of climate change, deforestation , biodiversity loss and ocean degradation , a growing number of consumers and governments have been demanding more from the sector to cut its carbon footprint.
Planned West Coast Manufacturing Facility Will Use Recycled Food and Beverage Cartons To Produce Sustainable Building Materials
3BL Media
JULY 10, 2024
DENTON, Texas, July 10, 2024 /3BL/ - The Carton Council, Elof Hansson and Upcycling Group have partnered to open a new facility in the second half of 2025 that will transform post-consumer food and beverage cartons into durable, sustainable building materials, creating another domestic market for recycled cartons. The initiative combines the environmental and economic benefits of carton recycling with market demands to create more sustainable building products.
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.
40+ courses on renewable energy transitions, technology and financing
GreenBiz
JULY 11, 2024
Learn how to drive the adoption of renewable energy with courses that provide everything from a big-picture understanding of the energy transition and justice considerations to the details of energy generation and storage technologies and financing.
Giant Brisbane battery trebles in size after Origin extends deal for life beyond baseload
Renew Economy
JULY 10, 2024
The already giant Supernode battery project in the north of Brisbane is to treble in size after the developer Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners extended its off-take deal with Australia’s biggest utility, Origin Energy. The first stage of the battery – sized at 250 MW and 520 MWh – is already under construction after the two companies […] The post Giant Brisbane battery trebles in size after Origin extends deal for life beyond baseload appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Fifth Third Announces Second Empowering Community Leaders Cohort
3BL Media
JULY 10, 2024
CINCINNATI, July 10, 2024 /3BL/ - Fifth Third today announced the second cohort of its Empowering Community Leaders career development growth program, aimed at fostering the next generation of nonprofit leaders in the communities the Bank serves. “When nonprofit organizations have the resources they need to succeed, the benefits become exponential,” said Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer Kala Gibson.
AI data centers are undermining climate solutions
GreenBiz
JULY 8, 2024
The scrutiny of data centers has intensified because of tech company secrecy, energy consumption and societal impacts on customers, policymakers and communities.
Fossil fuel industry’s anti-climate and anti-renewables playbook goes back 57 years – they are still hard at it
Renew Economy
JULY 10, 2024
New report analyses deep origins of the fossil fuel industry's fight against climate action and renewables, and the key players in Australia. The post Fossil fuel industry’s anti-climate and anti-renewables playbook goes back 57 years – they are still hard at it appeared first on RenewEconomy.
VIBE was a Community Partner and had a booth at USGBC-CA’s California Green Building Conference in South LA in May 2024
VIBE
JULY 9, 2024
In late May 2024, VIBE was a community partner with a booth at the annual California Green Building Conference located on the campus of the Beehive in South Los Angeles. As the largest and longest-running gathering of green building advocates in California, this event has evolved into a statewide sustainability experience. In 2024, the event extending its reach to cover the entirety of California, bringing together advocates and companies from across the state.
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
Revealed: Bacardi Named “Top Places to Work for Wellbeing”
3BL Media
JULY 11, 2024
To bring your best to work, you need to feel your best. Creating a culture and workplace where people have the support and resources to promote a positive mindset is a priority at family-owned Bacardi. From mindfulness workshops to workout programs to open conversations about wellbeing and a slew of benefits designed to support mental health, Bacardi sites across the globe are committed to driving a positive impact in the lives of people.
Supreme Court ruling on the Chevron deference won’t change corporations’ climate obligations, for now
GreenBiz
JULY 9, 2024
Federal agencies now have less power to drive climate policy.
South Australia locks in federal funds to become first grid in world to reach 100 per cent net wind and solar
Renew Economy
JULY 9, 2024
South Australia locks in funding deal with Canberra to ensure it can become first grid in world to reach 100 per cent net renewables via wind, solar and storage. The post South Australia locks in federal funds to become first grid in world to reach 100 per cent net wind and solar appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Riding the Sustainability Wave: The Bandwagon Effect in Action
Green Project Management
JULY 8, 2024
In recent years, the concept of sustainability has surged in popularity, becoming a buzzword across industries. From fashion to food production, companies are eager to showcase their commitment to sustainable practices. However, the rapid adoption of this term raises questions about authenticity and the potential for superficial adoption. This blog post delves into the bandwagon […] The post Riding the Sustainability Wave: The Bandwagon Effect in Action appeared first on Insights into Sust
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.
Cisco Is Leveraging Technology To Empower Refugees With Secure and Equitable Access to Information, Resources, and Opportunities
3BL Media
JULY 8, 2024
The Social Impact Partner Spotlight series highlights various Cisco non-profit organization partners that are helping transform the lives of individuals and communities. This blog features Cisco’s partnership with International Rescue Committee and Ocalenie, highlighting the amazing work these organizations are doing to support and empower refugees, migrants, and internally displaced persons worldwide.
Greece national wildfire monitoring system provides a model for other countries – and for companies in fire-ravaged regions
GreenBiz
JULY 8, 2024
Orbital thermal imaging technology promises to aid not only Greece’s firefighters, but also major U.S. utilities like PG&E.
New big battery breaks habit, goes for morning stretch and takes state to new record
Renew Economy
JULY 9, 2024
The newly connected Broken Hill battery has helped NSW beat a short-lived record for battery charging and discharging. The post New big battery breaks habit, goes for morning stretch and takes state to new record appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Offshore wind: Strategies for uncertain times
McKinsey Sustainabilty
JULY 12, 2024
The offshore wind industry is facing macroeconomic pressures that are halting growth and profitability. Developers can embrace four key actions to help navigate this changing environment.
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
Entergy Texas Provides $125,000 Donation to Red Cross for Hurricane Beryl Relief
3BL Media
JULY 11, 2024
Funds help nonprofit partners provide disaster relief and assistance with rebuilding and recovery THE WOODLANDS, Texas, July 11, 2024 /3BL/ - Entergy Texas is pleased to announce a shareholder commitment of $125,000 to the American Red Cross to help support relief efforts for those affected by Hurricane Beryl in Southeast Texas. This contribution will help facilitate the provision of essential services such as shelter, food, medical care and other vital resources to assist those affected by the
Lego sets stricter emissions reductions requirements for suppliers
GreenBiz
JULY 10, 2024
The toymaker’s partners will need to share reduction targets starting in 2026.
Local council approves gigawatt-scale battery on old coal site
Renew Economy
JULY 9, 2024
Octopus Australia wins local planning approval for a gigawatt scale battery project at an old coal power station site near Brisbane. The post Local council approves gigawatt-scale battery on old coal site appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Returns of $7.2 Trillion Green Sector Outpaced Only by Tech Stocks
Alaistair Marsh
JULY 8, 2024
The so-called green economy has delivered total returns of 198% over the past 10 years, LSEG says
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
Global Electronics Council Announces 2024 EPEAT Purchaser Award Winners and Their Impacts
3BL Media
JULY 10, 2024
PORTLAND, Ore., July 10, 2024 /3BL/ - The Global Electronics Council (GEC) is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 EPEAT Purchaser Awards, whose collective environmental impact reduction included cutting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 565,000 metric tons of CO 2 equivalents. This equates to taking 121,000 average U.S. passenger cars off the road for a year, accompanied by reductions in energy use, hazardous waste, water consumption, and more.
Amazon cut emissions 3% in 2023, enabled by renewable energy purchases
GreenBiz
JULY 10, 2024
The company’s emissions are up 34.5 percent since 2019.
No room for nuclear: AGL says flexibility is key as it switches from coal to renewables in a decade
Renew Economy
JULY 8, 2024
AGL outlines plans for renewables, storage and industry at its Hunter Hub targeted by Coalition for nuclear, and says flexible generation is they key The post No room for nuclear: AGL says flexibility is key as it switches from coal to renewables in a decade appeared first on RenewEconomy.
In the long run: What leaders can learn from an Olympic gold medalist
McKinsey Sustainabilty
JULY 10, 2024
Alistair Brownlee, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, shares his strategies for staying resilient amid pushback, removing barriers to creating habits, and leading with conviction.
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.
IP Celebrates National Forest Week and Public-Private Partnerships That Bolster Healthy Forests for All
3BL Media
JULY 8, 2024
In honor of National Forest Week, International Paper (IP) and longtime partner National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) celebrate the collaboration between public and private partners that are essential to supporting robust forests and wildlife throughout the Southeast. Joint efforts between the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and the Forestland Stewards Partnership, a longstanding collaboration between IP and NFWF, focus on restoring and maintaining healthy forests that cross boundaries between
The Hawaii seabed mining ban doesn’t spell the end of EV batteries
GreenBiz
JULY 12, 2024
A growing US recycling marketplace is taking its place
UK Labour to double onshore wind, triple solar power, and quadruple offshore wind by 2030
Renew Economy
JULY 7, 2024
Peter Dutton seizes on UK Labour's commitment to nuclear. What he didn't mention is that its wind and solar plans are even more ambitious than Australia's Labor government. The post UK Labour to double onshore wind, triple solar power, and quadruple offshore wind by 2030 appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Helping boards manage geopolitical risk with Jon Huntsman Jr.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
JULY 10, 2024
In a conversation with the board director and former diplomat, two McKinsey experts offer advice on how boards can guide their organizations through volatile times.
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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