GreenBiz

MAY 18, 2023

If you’ve been tasked with developing or managing your company’s sustainability strategy, but don’t yet have the expertise, this article is for you

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Renew Economy

MAY 18, 2023

AGL says big batteries are eating its own gas generator profits, but they are also being saddled with unnecessary and expensive kit by AEMO and transmission companies. The post Big batteries “cannibalising” gas plants, says AGL, as Torrens BESS charges up appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Corporate Knights

MAY 18, 2023

There are more than seven million data centres in the world, housing servers that store massive amounts of digital information. They act as the world’s IT brain or hive, receiving and transmitting all sorts of information and enabling everyday conveniences like online shopping. But these facilities, which are notorious for their high electricity consumption and enormous carbon footprints , may soon have a new spin-off function: helping grow food.

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VIBE

MAY 17, 2023

Acknowledging the profound link between the built environment and sustainability, there is growing demand for transformative change in the real estate sector. As climate impacts intensify, investors, regulators, and tenants are driving the sector toward decarbonization on a pathway consistent with the Paris Climate Agreement. More recently, the threat of rapid biodiversity loss has led to calls for real estate companies to account for biodiversity risks and reduce impacts as urban populations ex

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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

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GreenBiz

MAY 16, 2023

CDP expands disclosure platform to include plastic reporting, setting up the plastic credit market for more legitimacy.

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Renew Economy

MAY 18, 2023

Energy ministers agree to disband ESB and replace it with an "advisory panel" as they seek to fast track the connection process for wind, solar and storage. The post After coal-keeper and solar-stopper, energy ministers disband Energy Security Board appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Green Project Management

MAY 15, 2023

Environmental Quotient (EQ) measures an individual’s or organization’s environmental awareness, responsibility, and impact. It considers energy consumption, water usage, waste generation, and carbon footprint. It also evaluates how an individual or organization acts sustainably and reduces its negative environmental impact. As leaders in project management, we must recognize the importance of Environmental Quotient (EQ) and […] The post The importance of Developing a Strong Env

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GreenBiz

MAY 15, 2023

A new carbon removal framework in the EU could provide the foundation needed to instill trust in a young carbon removal market.

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Renew Economy

MAY 17, 2023

New wind, solar and batteries have faced long delays in getting connected, increasing costs and slowing the shift to renewables. We propose changes to fix these problems. The post Getting renewables connected is the first step to a zero carbon grid appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Corporate Knights

MAY 16, 2023

It is impossible to draw a clear dividing line between freshwater and ocean systems – two deeply interconnected elements of the global water cycle. Freshwater systems such as rivers, lakes and wetlands provide important nutrients and resources for coastal and marine habitats. Without these critical inputs, marine ecosystems would be unable to sustain the biodiversity and productivity that are necessary for their long-term sustainability.

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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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ESG Today

MAY 18, 2023

Climate change and environmental sustainability will become increasingly vital factors for companies’ ability to recruit and retain employees, according to a new survey released by global professional services firm Deloitte, which found that more than 40% of Gen Z and Millennials have changed jobs or sectors due to climate concerns, or plan to do so in the future.

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GreenBiz

MAY 18, 2023

What counts as green hydrogen is a $100 billion dollar question.

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Renew Economy

MAY 16, 2023

Coalition nuclear culture warriors attack the CSIRO in their latest clown show in front of a Senate inquiry. The post Coalition clown show on nuclear on full display in Senate inquiry appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Corporate Knights

MAY 15, 2023

In the beef industry’s ongoing public relations battle against taking responsibility for its role in the climate crisis, it has invoked a variety of strategies. Initially, it denied the link between cattle farming and global warming, but that didn’t work well , as scientific evidence to the contrary piled up. Then, it cleverly tried to rebrand cattle not as the problem but, in fact, the secret sustainability silver bullet. “ It’s not the cow, it’s the how ” became the new narrative.

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Utiliity Dive

MAY 17, 2023

All areas are expected to have adequate resources for normal summer peak load, but extreme weather could create widespread challenges, the North Americal Electric Reliability Corp. said Wednesday.

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GreenBiz

MAY 16, 2023

A summary of each startup featured in Climate Tech Rundown in April.

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Renew Economy

MAY 18, 2023

Queensland unveils plan to grow the renewable energy and green industrial manufacturing and supply chain capabilities of Queensland's regions. The post Queensland details plan to turn regions into green industrial hubs appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Corporate Knights

MAY 19, 2023

Fast-food chains have drawn a line in the plastic-strewn sand. With the muscle of the Big Mac machine behind them, a coalition of some of the biggest brands in quick-service cuisine have taken aim at Europe’s latest attempt to curb the rising tide of packaging and packaging waste. The Together for Sustainable Packaging alliance – which includes McDonald’s, Dunkin’ Donuts, and Baskin Robbins – is pushing back against reuse regulations with marketing campaigns that suggest that the sweet simpli

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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

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Environment + Energy Leader

MAY 18, 2023

The ABB Energy Industries is driving the move toward renewable hydrogen with an offshore wind project: SoutH2Port – a project that has two key hurdles, which include the cost of making hydrogen from wind and solar and building offshore wind farms.

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GreenBiz

MAY 19, 2023

Peggy Brannigan discusses her plans to leverage the LinkedIn platform’s "superpowers" to help protect the planet and support green economic growth.

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Renew Economy

MAY 15, 2023

Vast Solar signs up potential investor and offtaker in Port Augusta solar methanol plant to be powered by Australia's first large-scale solar thermal project. The post “World first” solar methanol plant signs up potential investor and offtaker appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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ESG Today

MAY 17, 2023

Nearly all public companies across Europe and the UK are planning to comply with the EU’s upcoming Corporate Sustainable Reporting Directive (CSRD), even including a majority of companies not covered by the mandate, as integrated sustainability and financial reporting is becoming the “new gold standard” of disclosure practices, according to a new survey by business data and reporting solutions provider Workiva.

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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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Environment + Energy Leader

MAY 15, 2023

Research on plastic pollution done by WWF and Eunomia will present the feasibility of banning certain plastics from circulation at the UN plastic pollution treaty talks later this month.

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GreenBiz

MAY 15, 2023

From avoiding greenwashing to confronting haters and critics, there's no end of things to think about

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Renew Economy

MAY 14, 2023

South Australia's sixth utility scale solar farm is expected to be up and running by September and has formally applied for its generation licence. The post South Australia’s newest solar farm expected to be running in September appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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ESG Today

MAY 15, 2023

Lawmakers in the European Parliament voted 544-18 to approve the adoption of new proposed rules requiring companies to substantiate and verify their environmental claims and labels, aimed at protecting consumers from greenwashing. The new rules form Parliament’s negotiating position on the EU Commission’s proposed “Directive on Green Claims” released in March 2023.

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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

Stacey Higginbotham

MAY 18, 2023

The first update to the Matter smart home interoperability standard is here. When the Matter standard launched in October of last year , the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) promised that it would release updates every six months or so. Surprisingly, they delivered (it took much longer to get the initial standard out). The updates in this release are relatively small, and as part of the announcement the CSA also said it had opened a permanent interoperability testing facility in Portland, O

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GreenBiz

MAY 15, 2023

Congress rallies behind farmers as it comes together to expand precision agriculture via satellites.

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Renew Economy

MAY 14, 2023

Bowen says green hydrogen support just the start as he compares Australian reliance on coal and gas in the future to the collapse of Kodak. The post Bowen says $2bn hydrogen plan just a start as Australia seeks to dodge “Kodak” moment appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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MAY 19, 2023

Rising cap rates could erode CRE’s power to outperform amid inflation. Real estate players can still take steps to thrive.

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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.