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How Buyers Can Scale High-Quality Carbon Dioxide Removal for Climate Impact

GreenBiz

What is the role of buyers in scaling high-quality carbon dioxide removal? In this webinar, experts from Carbon Direct and Microsoft will discuss the challenges in the voluntary carbon market and the unique role that buyers have to play in helping to address those challenges.

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On the last day of winter, Australia reaches record 37.5 pct renewables share for the year

Renew Economy

Australia's main grid reached a new 12-month rolling renewables record of 37.5 per cent on Thursday, the last day of winter. The post On the last day of winter, Australia reaches record 37.5 pct renewables share for the year appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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What if companies had to pay for the problems their carbon emissions cause?

Corporate Knights

What if companies had to pay for the problems their carbon emissions cause? Their profits would plunge, according to new estimates, possibly wiping out trillions in financial gains. These results, spelled out in a recent study in the journal Science , are based on analysis of almost 15,000 publicly-traded companies around the world. To calculate how much each ton of carbon emissions ends up costing society , economists used the Environmental Protection Agency’s estimate of $190 per ton.

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Sustainable Apparel Coalition Hosts Manufacturer Forum in Shenzhen

3BL Media

After a four-year hiatus, the Sustainable Apparel Coalition returned to hosting in-person Manufacturer Forums with the “Catalyst for Change” event in Shenzhen, China. SAC Manufacturer Forums are a series of action-oriented events aimed at bringing together business leaders and stakeholders for solution-centered discussion on how to drive sustainability improvements throughout global supply chains.

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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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New Google tools to map rooftop solar potential, air quality

GreenBiz

Google Maps functionality harnesses AI and aerial imagery to help businesses and cities plan solar deployments and tackle air pollution.

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Rooftop solar takes an even bigger bite out of diminishing coal pie: But can it be controlled?

Renew Economy

Amid all noise about the energy outlook, AEMO revealed two fascinating graphs showing how renewables are fundamentally changing the nature of the grid. The post Rooftop solar takes an even bigger bite out of diminishing coal pie: But can it be controlled? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Beyond the Paycheck

3BL Media

Strong employment opportunities and healthy wages have a singular ability to transform the lives of individuals, their families and communities at large. They can boost local economies, create safer neighborhoods, increase civic engagement and foster more prosperous societies. And while we may be living in a time of global anxiety about inflation and a potential recession, we – as individuals and companies – have the power to change the current status quo on issues like employment and wages.

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'Climate-safe banking': New guide targets indirectly financed emissions from cash holdings

GreenBiz

New Greening Cash Action report details how firms hold 'major lever' that could ensure banks use companies' cash to support wider climate goals and accelerate the green finance transition.

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Snowy 2 Much: How can a 2.2GW water battery be worth more than $12 billion?

Renew Economy

The Snowy Hydro "reset" comes with no details or analysis. The Australian public, as the ultimate shareholders, must be provided with a comprehensive report, not just a two page media release. The post Snowy 2 Much: How can a 2.2GW water battery be worth more than $12 billion? appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Companies with innovative cultures have a big edge with generative AI

McKinsey Sustainabilty

It may not be surprising that innovative organizations are ahead on generative AI, but the degree to which they’re succeeding at deploying it might be. Five practices help them stay ahead of the pack.

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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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A Former NFL Player Lives His Purpose on and off the Field

3BL Media

There was a time when Will Matthews didn’t want to talk about football. This was long after he first fell in love with the game—its physicality, the way it gave him an outlet for his emotions. It was after his years playing for the University of Texas Longhorns and helping them win the 2005 Rose Bowl. After three seasons in the NFL with the Detroit Lions.

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Is your fleet ready for vehicle-to-grid? Ask these 5 questions first

GreenBiz

Before pursuing the reduced costs and environmental benefits promised by vehicle-to-grid tech, make these careful considerations.

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Last coal generator in Australia’s biggest grid will be managed out earlier than you think

Renew Economy

The Mt Piper is destined to be the last coal plant in the NSW grid, but is likely to cease operation well before that - leaving the biggest state coal-free in 10 years time. The post Last coal generator in Australia’s biggest grid will be managed out earlier than you think appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Stairway to digital excellence

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Organizations that follow a progression of steps to achieve excellence in digital delivery may see improvements in effectiveness, productivity, and performance, as well as significant increases in speed.

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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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Duke Energy Florida Provides Free Energy Makeovers for Income-Eligible Residents in DeBary

3BL Media

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., September 1, 2023 /3BL/ - More than 1,400 income-eligible customers in Volusia County’s DeBary neighborhood will receive a complimentary energy makeover this month for their house, mobile home or apartment as part of Duke Energy’s money-saving Neighborhood Energy Saver program. Beginning August 15, Duke Energy Florida will assess the homes of income-eligible customers to determine if they qualify for free attic insulation, duct sealing and AC maintenance.

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Virtual power plants offer a climate-forward response to hotter summers

GreenBiz

VPPs are helping cities manage demand during extreme weather, all while reducing emissions and bringing more renewable energy onto the grid.

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Costs jump for controversial new gas plant, with no update on green hydrogen in the mix

Renew Economy

The cost of building a government-backed new gas plant in NSW has jumped to almost $1bn, with no word on whether green hydrogen will be in the mix when it comes online. The post Costs jump for controversial new gas plant, with no update on green hydrogen in the mix appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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What is COP?

McKinsey Sustainabilty

COP refers to the United Nations’ annual conference on climate change. Its 28th meeting (COP28) is scheduled to begin November 30, 2023, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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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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Georgia-Pacific Donates $100,000 to Corrigan, Texas Volunteer Fire Department

3BL Media

CORRIGAN, Texas, September 1, 2023 /3BL/ - Georgia-Pacific has long supported fire departments and first responders in the communities in which they are located. The company has three major facilities that employ approximately 1,000 people in Polk County, Texas. Recently, Georgia-Pacific donated $100,000 to the volunteer fire department in Corrigan.

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Meta’s value chain emissions are rising. Here’s its plan to address that

GreenBiz

The social media company plans to invest in emissions reductions projects that help cut its rising Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions.

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“Dedication and audacity:” Neoen sails past 3GW of solar, wind and batteries in Australia

Renew Economy

Global renewables giant marks milestone 3.3GW of wind, solar and battery storage installed in Australia – hopes to make it 10GW by 2030. The post “Dedication and audacity:” Neoen sails past 3GW of solar, wind and batteries in Australia appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Groundwater depletion rates in India could triple in coming decades as climate warms, study shows

Science Daily / Earth & Environment

A new study finds that farmers in India have adapted to warming temperatures by intensifying the withdrawal of groundwater used for irrigation. If the trend continues, the rate of groundwater loss could triple by 2080, further threatening India's food and water security. Reduced water availability in India due to groundwater depletion and climate change could threaten the livelihoods of more than one-third of the country's 1.4 billion residents and has global implications.

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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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KeyBank Surpasses $1 Million Funded in Home Buyer Credits

3BL Media

CLEVELAND, September 1, 2023 /3BL/ - Today, KeyBank announced that it has funded more than $1 million in KeyBank Home Buyer Credits SM since the program’s launch in September 2022, helping 245 clients achieve their dream of homeownership in areas where the program is available. This milestone comes just under one year after the launch of the program and 8 months after KeyBank increased this Special Purpose Credit Program 1 by $2,500 to provide $5,000, toward closing costs and other pre-paid fees

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Three tips for integrating ESG into corporate strategy

GreenBiz

Sponsored: A sustainability professional’s guide to incorporating ESG issues into corporate strategy

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Are we trying to go forward, or not? Australia’s renewable transition needs clear direction

Renew Economy

Australia needs policy and market clarity if it is to reach its ambitious but attainable renewable energy targets. The post Are we trying to go forward, or not? Australia’s renewable transition needs clear direction appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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How agile operating models benefit risk and compliance functions

McKinsey Sustainabilty

After bringing agile operating models to customer-facing, frontline business units, financial institutions are also seeing the benefits of agile for risk and compliance functions.

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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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Climate Week, Courage, and Corporate Sustainability

3BL Media

With Climate Week NYC around the corner, there’s no better time to reconnect with Paul Dickinson, Climate Week co-founder, Workiva ESG advisor, and the founder and chair of CDP. Paul joins host Mandi McReynolds to kick off a four-week series exploring Climate Week and its impact on corporate sustainability. Listen Now Looking for more? Subscribe to the ESG Talk podcast on Apple , Spotify , Google , and YouTube.

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UK airlines decried for offering 'irresponsible' frequent flyer incentives

GreenBiz

Analysis by charity Possible finds lifetime membership of a frequent flyer program could require emitting more than 1,800 metric tons of greenhouse gases per person.

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Snowy Hydro boss apologises for cost blowouts, Bowen says it won’t be cancelled

Renew Economy

The head of Snowy Hydro has apologised for large cost blowouts, while energy minister Chris Bowen says it would be a waste to cancel the project after so much has been spent. The post Snowy Hydro boss apologises for cost blowouts, Bowen says it won’t be cancelled appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The role of natural gas in the move to cleaner, more reliable power

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Natural gas can play a critical role in decarbonizing US power supply by providing a backup energy supply for renewables—but infrastructure investments and market mechanisms will be needed.

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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.