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How data-driven research partnerships deepen energy access across supply chains

GreenBiz

The energy transition risks further exacerbating human rights violations and environmental issues if the global community does not address material supply chains, guided by the most recent empirical evidence, social and climate justice. A truly just energy transition is possible through collaboration between private, public and academic stakeholders.

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Sustainable city leadership 101

Corporate Knights

As cities up their game on climate action, they look to tap the expertise of new allies: university-based urban leadership centres whose goals include training future urban leaders. “I believe that a movement of academics, students and city governments can make some pretty profound and needed change,” says David Miller , former chairman of C40, a global network of mayors tackling the climate crisis.

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“Bonkers:” Queensland and NSW energy supply crunch underlines farce of broken market

Renew Economy

Extraordinary scenes in Queensland and NSW markets come from an electricity system - its markets and its regulatory environment - that are completely broken. The post “Bonkers:” Queensland and NSW energy supply crunch underlines farce of broken market appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Franklin Templeton's LMP Closed End Fund Eileen Kamerick Recognized as NACD Directorship 100™ Honoree

3BL Media

The 16th Annual NACD Directorship 100™ List Recognizes the Most Influential Corporate Directors and Governance Experts. SOURCE: Franklin Templeton. DESCRIPTION: June 15, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) announced the 2022 NACD Directorship 100™ —the most influential peer-nominated leaders in the boardroom and corporate governance community.

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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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Right to repair revisited

GreenBiz

The Right to Repair movement is picking up steam again in 2022, with recent legislation in the U.S. and in Europe.

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Green building labels need a renovation

Corporate Knights

It was a revelation reminiscent of Volkswagen’s 2015 emissions reduction scandal. Last fall, the Daily Mail disclosed the harsh conclusions of a British housing economist who debunked the national government’s “energy performance certificates” (EPCs) – a rating system for commercial or residential buildings that are being developed, sold or rented. Thousands of structures that earned high EPC ratings were still emitting lots of carbon due to shortcomings in the ranking system.

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Why You Should Care About Pronouns at Work

3BL Media

Being yourself and being allied begins with thoughtful communication. SOURCE: HP Inc. DESCRIPTION: The once-overlooked pronoun has earned an essential role in the professional world. From “she/her/hers” and “he/him/his” to the non-binary “they/them/theirs” and “ze/zir/zirs,” pronouns now appear on email signatures, Zoom screens, business cards, name tags, LinkedIn profiles, and more.

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How technology is shaping learning in higher education

McKinsey Sustainabilty

New McKinsey research shows that students and faculty are eager to continue using new classroom learning technologies adopted during the pandemic, but institutions could do more to support the shift.

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Moving away from your smart home? Here’s what you should do

Stacey Higginbotham

On our latest IoT Podcast episode, we take a question that Joel left on our IoT Voicemail Hotline. Joel is moving and he’s leaving behind his smart thermostat, a video doorbell, some sensors, and a water controller. He wants to know the best way to leave the devices, as well as instructions for them, to the new homeowners. I assume Joel had all of these devices still installed when the house was on the market.

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Vast Solar and 1414 team up for new attempt at Port Augusta solar storage hub

Renew Economy

Vast Solar and thermal storage hopeful 1414 Degrees to join forces to try and finally deliver long awaited solar thermal project near Port Augusta. The post Vast Solar and 1414 team up for new attempt at Port Augusta solar storage hub appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Human Rights the Qualcomm Way

3BL Media

SOURCE: Qualcomm. DESCRIPTION: Our Company has long been strongly committed to respecting human rights throughout our value chain. This commitment is articulated in The Qualcomm Way: Our Code of Business Conduct , our Supplier Code of Conduct and our Human Rights Statement. We believe human rights are fundamental rights, freedoms and standards of treatment to which all workers are entitled, including without limitation, women, temporary, migrant, student, contract and direct employees.

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As Internet-Connected Medical Devices Multiply, So Do Challenges

Cisco CSR

To consumers, the Internet of Things might bring to mind a smart fridge that lets you know when to buy more eggs, or the ability to control your home’s lighting and temperature remotely through your phone. But for cybersecurity professionals, internet-connected medical devices are more likely to be top-of-mind. Not only is the Internet of Medical Things, or IoMT, surging — with the global market projected to reach $160 billion by 2027 , according to Emergen Research — the stakes can be quite hig

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Accelerating toward net zero: The green business building opportunity

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Surging demand for zero-carbon technologies, materials, and services gives companies opportunities to build new green businesses. Leaders that move quickly could see exponential growth.

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Australia’s “largest grid forming battery” to go ahead after landing finance deal

Renew Economy

Edify locks in finance to start building 150MW/300MWh Tesla Megapack big battery featuring a "new vintage" of grid forming inverter controls. The post Australia’s “largest grid forming battery” to go ahead after landing finance deal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Daughter of Cleveland, Tenn. Plant Employee Turns Whirlpool Sons and Daughters Scholarship Into Degree and Job Serving Her Community

3BL Media

SOURCE: Whirlpool Corporation. DESCRIPTION: Few people are more motivating and inspiring than Whirlpool Corporation’s Cleveland Manufacturing New Employee Trainer, Clarissa Shepherd. It’s easy to see that her daughter, Sierra, learned excellence, enthusiasm and integrity by example. "Some of the work I do includes teaching grant-funded programs that focus on life after middle school and high school—whether that be college or a career—and how to achieve that.”.

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Cisco Product Innovations for a Wireless First World with Wi-Fi 6 and 6E

Cisco CSR

The advent of Wi-Fi has been a global success story. Today it is the world’s most used wireless communications technology, thanks to its many features, high performance, ease of use, and cost-efficiency. It complements private 5G wireless networks, enabling an array of high throughput, low latency applications—from virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) to 4k video.

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The Challenge of Incorporating the Circular Mindset in Fashion

B the Change

How IMPT! Is Adjusting Its Design, Services, and Business Model?—?and How Other Companies Can Follow Suit IMPT! upcycling jacket in collaboration with MIG Jeans. As a Certified B Corporation and fashion company committed to continuous improvement in sustainability and minimizing negative impacts, IMPT! seeks to know more about the circular economy and how the company can align its operations to reduce the production of waste.

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Wind turbine blades recycled as skis, snowboards and solar farms

Renew Economy

Swedish power company lines up partnerships to recycle wind turbine blades to make skis, snowboards, and construction materials for solar farms. The post Wind turbine blades recycled as skis, snowboards and solar farms appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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3M's Tobias Ross Teams Up With Auto Industry To Find New Solutions Using 3M Glass Bubbles

3BL Media

SOURCE: 3M. DESCRIPTION: Many companies aspire to create the next “big thing.” Tobias Ross, 3M Advanced Materials Division (AdMD) business development manager, actually helps them do it. He leads a team focused on finding new automotive application solutions with 3M™ Glass Bubbles. Side by side with customers, 3M takes the simple glass bubbles product and creates extraordinary results.

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Cybersecurity legislation: Preparing for increased reporting and transparency

McKinsey Sustainabilty

To get ready for compliance with new US regulations, companies can segment their preparation into stages and take both short- and long-term actions to increase preparedness.

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Bringing “Observability” To Our Human Network 

Cisco CSR

Developing a team for everyone. One of the things I’ve valued about being a member of our DevNet developer community is that it’s a group that is passionate about creation – building – thinking up new things and bringing ideas to life. Together, we’ve created new ways to automate networks, improve security, and connect the unconnected. We are a collection of explorers, innovators, and makers – and many of solutions crafted by this community (us) have changed the lives and businesses of so many.

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Market failure: Why no one trusts fossil generators to “do the right thing”

Renew Economy

What makes Matt Kean think fossil fuel generators would start to do the right thing now? For the past two decades or more, they have done everything but. The post Market failure: Why no one trusts fossil generators to “do the right thing” appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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Whole Planet Foundation Hosts Inaugural Benefit & Showcase in Hawaii

3BL Media

Event occurs June 24, 2022. SOURCE: Whole Foods Market Foundations. DESCRIPTION: June 14, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Whole Planet Foundation is excited to announce the return of in-person events with a special benefit and showcase on June 24, 2022, at the Bishop Museum in Honolulu, Hawaii, in partnership with Whole Foods Market Hawaii stores and Mana Up, Hawaii’s leading incubator.

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Quantum computing funding remains strong, but talent gap raises concern

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Our latest Quantum Technology Monitor shows industry interest remains strong, China is upping its game, and talent shortages require attention.

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Don’t be afraid to DIY

Stacey Higginbotham

After years of playing around with my smart home I’ve become much more confident and competent when it comes to tackling all kinds of do-it-yourself projects. And given how difficult it can be to get service people to homes and how many people feel disconnected from their stuff, I want to encourage all of you to start with your smart home and embrace DIY.

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Watch out for “net zero induced technical faults” – they might be contagious

Renew Economy

Right wing think tanks says "real Australians" are being hit by "net zero induced" technical faults in coal plants. And we wonder how we got in this mess. The post Watch out for “net zero induced technical faults” – they might be contagious appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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The Qualcomm Racial Justice Giving Initiative Supports Nonprofits Driving Change

3BL Media

SOURCE: Qualcomm. DESCRIPTION: We are committed to supporting racial justice. In 2021, we introduced the Racial Justice Giving Initiative (RJGI) and formed the RJGI Committee to support nonprofit organizations in the United States that are working to drive systemic change in racial justice and equity. The Committee is comprised of diverse employee volunteers from across the Company.

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Hybrid Work in Government – Why It’s a Good Thing

Cisco CSR

We’ve heard it said that work is not a place, but rather a thing we do. Admittedly, I’ve made the same comment but in reality, work is a place. The place just happens to move with us. We can now do it from anywhere. The giant transformation lab we’ve lived in for the last 800+ days literally evolved every aspect of how we all live, work, play, and learn.

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Sesame Solar Debuts World’s First 100% Renewable Mobile Nanogrids

Alternative Energy Mag

? Energy systems experts and early SaaS pioneers who’ve partnered with the U.S. Air Force and Comcast unveil new mobile renewable power technology for when disaster strikes ? Fast and easily deployable, the nanogrids can be set up by one person with minimal training and generate power within 15 minutes. ?

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US auto giant backs niche floating wall of wind turbines technology

Renew Economy

GM Ventures leads investment round to help fund development and commercialisation of start-up behind massive, floating wall of wind turbines. The post US auto giant backs niche floating wall of wind turbines technology appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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.