GreenBiz

JANUARY 6, 2022

These women are changing investing norms, animal feed, cheesemaking, seafood production; all with an eye towards a more sustainable future for agriculture.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

JANUARY 5, 2022

With sophisticated cyberthreats on the rise, organizations must continue evolving by using novel strategies and technology. For cybersecurity providers, the challenges and opportunities are numerous.

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Impact Alpha

JANUARY 6, 2022

Developed countries received $60 billion more in clean energy investments last year than developing countries according to a recent BloombergNEF survey. Poorer countries. The post To address climate inequality, we need innovative finance solutions appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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Renewable Energy World

JANUARY 7, 2022

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $500 million offshore wind investment to include manufacturing and supply chain infrastructure. The state plans to develop 4,300 MW of offshore wind energy, representing nearly half of New York’s 9,000 MW goal for 2035. Coupled with the $500 million, the state will launch its next offshore wind procurement in 2022, which is expected to result in at least 2 GW of new projects. “With this investment, New York will lead the nation on offshore wind produc

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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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GreenBiz

JANUARY 5, 2022

Can North America’s largest roofing company nail it when it comes to integrating solar energy with shingles? And what are the implications for commercial buildings?

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

JANUARY 7, 2022

Medtech industry senior executives recently convened to discuss new-business building. Their experiences illuminate what it can do for companies, why it’s so difficult, and how to get it right.

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Renewable Energy World

JANUARY 7, 2022

China Three Gorges (CTG) said it has begun construction of the 1.7 GW Tiantai pumped storage power station in Zhajiang Province. The station, located in Tiantai County, is a major project of the Medium and Long-term Development Plan for Pumped Storage (2021-2035) included in the 14th Five-Year Plan. The powerhouse will contain four 425 MW reversible hydraulic generators.

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GreenBiz

JANUARY 5, 2022

Solar farms are proliferating on undeveloped land, often harming ecosystems. But placing solar canopies on large parking lots offers a host of advantages — making use of land that is already cleared, producing electricity close to those who need it, and even shading cars.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

JANUARY 3, 2022

Robo-taxis promise affordable mobility. But with widely varying service costs across use cases and geography, providers must address operational and service issues to realize that promise.

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Impact Alpha

JANUARY 7, 2022

ImpactAlpha, Jan. 07 – “Electrify everything” could have been the motto of this week’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The annual electronics. The post Mobile has a new meaning as EVs steal the spotlight at CES appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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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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Renewable Energy World

JANUARY 3, 2022

As the top energy regulator, FERC had a busy year in 2021. FERC was actively involved in the investigation into the Texas winter event, and the joint report with NERC did not find fault with renewables. FERC has opened several lines of inquiry into building the future grid. But FERC needs to do more in 2022. First, FERC needs to tackle the cost allocation for interregional transmission because that is the lesson learned from both MISO and SPP queue reform that PJM is missing in its current propo

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GreenBiz

JANUARY 6, 2022

Last year was a reckoning for companies racing the clock to meet their 2025 sustainable packaging goals.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

JANUARY 5, 2022

Answering three questions about purpose and environmental, social, and governance issues can help business leaders zero in on what matters most for their organizations.

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Impact Alpha

JANUARY 4, 2022

ImpactAlpha, Jan. 4 – Real assets. Emerging markets. Early stage impact tech. The financial data provider Pitchbook picked out nearly 700 active impact investment. The post Where impact funds are looking to deploy $73 billion in dry powder appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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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.

Renewable Energy World

JANUARY 3, 2022

Carbon dioxide emissions in 2020 were the lowest in nearly 40 years, according to a 2021 year-end report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). U.S. energy-related CO 2 emissions totaled 4.6 billion metric tons, down 11% from 2019. That represented the nation’s lowest total since 1983. EIA cited lower energy demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as continuing changes in the electricity generation fuel mix.

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GreenBiz

JANUARY 4, 2022

Sponsored: Many businesses set sustainability goals, some to meet immediate needs and others looking to the future. What options make the most sense for your business?

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

JANUARY 7, 2022

Companies at the forefront of the technology frontier are empowering their workers with digital technologies—and the skills they need to use them.

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Impact Alpha

JANUARY 6, 2022

ImpactAlpha, January 6 — Accra-based mPharma, launched in 2013, has partnered with more than 155 hospitals, 850 pharmacies to deliver telehealth services and. The post Ghanaian pharmacy venture mPharma raises $35 million to expand drug access in Africa appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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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

Supply Chains

Renewable Energy World

JANUARY 6, 2022

Bureau Veritas said it welcomed the UK government’s plans to invest in the tidal energy industry, suggesting that tidal stream electricity has the potential to become one of the most viable and reliable sources of renewable energy in the world. The government investment is part of the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which invites renewable energy companies from across Britain to bid for a share of £285 million ($382 million) of funding for low-carbon technologies.

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GreenBiz

JANUARY 6, 2022

The food waste reduction strategy with the greatest environmental benefits is not recycling, it is prevention.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

JANUARY 3, 2022

Enrique Laso of MAPFRE USA discusses the insurer’s decision to undertake a massive modernization effort and how it successfully managed this change while meeting its technical objectives.

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Impact Alpha

JANUARY 6, 2022

ImpactAlpha, January 6 — Santa Fe, N.M.-based impact venture fund Cottonwood Technology Fund received backing from more than 40 new LPs from the. The post Cottonwood Technology Fund raises $75 million for deeptech impact appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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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

Renewable Energy World

JANUARY 6, 2022

Kansas City-based Evergy said that its Hawthorn power plant would be home to 10 MW of new solar energy capacity, pending regulatory approval. Evergy said it plans to build the solar array on 67 acres near the Hawthorn plant in northeast Kansas City, Mo. The site is expected to include more than 22,000 solar panels and be operational in fall 2022. Half of the renewable energy produced onsite would be available to customers who enroll in Evergy’s Solar Subscription program.

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GreenBiz

JANUARY 4, 2022

Urban redesigns inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic and consumer interest in greener commuting options are putting more e-bikes, scooters and the like on the streets.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

JANUARY 5, 2022

Rosaline Chow Koo breaks down how CXA Group is working to make group insurance more profitable while simultaneously improving employees’ health and financial well-being.

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Impact Alpha

JANUARY 6, 2022

ImpactAlpha, Jan. 6 – Add political stability to the list of systemic risks that keep investors up at night. ‘Political risk’ has historically. The post On anniversary of Capitol attack, stakeholders hold corporations accountable for democracy appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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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.

Renewable Energy World

JANUARY 7, 2022

Pattern Energy completed construction of four separate wind farms collectively known as the Western Spirit Wind Project. The 1,050 MW project was built in three Central New Mexico counties and combined becomes the largest in the state. The four facilities include 377 GE wind turbines, each ranging in capacity from 2.3 to 2.8 MW. The turbines are at various heights to optimize the wind capture, Pattern officials said.

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GreenBiz

JANUARY 3, 2022

These individuals are leading in a dozen areas critical to tackling the climate crisis.

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McKinsey Sustainabilty

JANUARY 4, 2022

Women are doing more to support employee well-being but face higher stress levels as a result. Here’s how leaders can help.

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Environmental News Bits

JANUARY 6, 2022

Read the full story from the University of Nebraska. As nitrogen fertilizer prices rise across the country, a research team that includes University of Nebraska–Lincoln scientists has gained new resources and partners as they work to decrease the amount of nitrogen that crops such as sorghum and corn require to reach their maximum yield potential.

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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.