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The backroom corporate battle for science-based climate policy

Corporate Knights

Before the world’s most powerful descended on Davos, Switzerland, this week, the World Economic Forum surveyed its members on the global risks confronting the planet. At the top of the list of what keeps global leaders up at night in the near term was not the spread of geopolitical conflict, but misinformation and disinformation, which ranked as the highest threats over the next two years.

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How EV maker Rivian plans to halve the carbon footprint of its vehicles by 2030

GreenBiz

The company has published its strategy for ‘zero materials waste and zero pollution.

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Ark progresses plan for solar farm next to world’s largest eight-hour battery

Renew Economy

With plans locked in for a battery that could be the largest of its kind in the world, Ark Energy is seeking approval for a 500MW solar farm to go with it. The post Ark progresses plan for solar farm next to world’s largest eight-hour battery appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Mycelium-Based Mega Ranch Scales Production

3BL Media

Meati, a producer of animal-free meat made from mycelium, partnered with CRB on its new ‘Mega Ranch’ in Thornton, Colorado. Efficient alternative proteins manufacturing The resource-efficient manufacturing operation is expected to cultivate tens of millions of pounds of Meati per year, producing animal-free meat at a scale that will match and even exceed that of the larger individual animal-based ranches in the United States.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

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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The Global 100 list: How the world’s most sustainable corporations are driving the green transition

Corporate Knights

Skip to ranking BY Shawn McCarthy January 17, 2024 As 2023 came to a close, the World Meteorological Organization declared it to be the hottest year on record. One week later, the Global Carbon Project shared more discouraging news: that despite global pledges to reduce emissions, greenhouse gases from fossil fuels hit a record high again in 2023. As the climate crisis exacts a punishing toll around the globe, we’re also getting better at solving problems.

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Microsoft will buy enough U.S.-made solar panels to power 1.8 million homes

GreenBiz

The deal will fund 12 gigawatts from Qcells over the next eight years.

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Passing the ‘Torch’ to the Next Generation of Tradesworkers

3BL Media

What do you do when it’s time to pass the welding torch, so to speak? As in, the equipment itself? While a secondhand sale is certainly an option, Enbridge facility employees along our T-South Pipeline had other ideas for their spring cleaning findings this year. Based in Hope, BC, the employees donated two portable welding units, as well as welding rods and decommissioned engine starters, to nearby Boston Bar Elementary-Secondary and Hope Secondary schools.

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The rise of the chief sustainability officer

Corporate Knights

Twenty years ago, Delaware-based DuPont became the first U.S. public company to appoint a chief sustainability officer (CSO). To skeptics, the controversial chemical giant wasn’t exactly taking a risk: Linda Fisher had been deputy administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, an appointee of the George W. Bush administration that took little interest in regulation or climate change.

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5 years in, how does General Mills’ regenerative agriculture commitment measure up?

GreenBiz

General Mills aims to spur ‘systems change’ and advance regenerative agriculture on 1 million acres of land by 2030.

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Fossil lobby claims voters want nuclear. Grid simulation shows it’s the last thing Australia needs

Renew Economy

As the Coalition goes nuclear in its opposition to solar and wind, data modelling 100% renewables on Australia's NEM reminds us why SMRs are not part of the picture. The post Fossil lobby claims voters want nuclear. Grid simulation shows it’s the last thing Australia needs 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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Investment and Impact: KeyBank Farmers Market Fills a Food Void in Buffalo

3BL Media

Following the racially motivated shooting that took place at a supermarket in Buffalo, NY on May 14, 2022, KeyBank Corporate Responsibility Officer Chiwuike “Chi-Chi” Owunwanne worked with community partners to bring a farmers’ market to the Delavan-Grider community. The supermarket, which was closed for months after the shooting, was the only source of fresh food and groceries for many in East Buffalo.

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This scrappy Australian recycling pioneer is the most sustainable corporation of 2024

Corporate Knights

T he scrap metal industry, to upcycle a tread-worn cliché, don’t get no respect. Stephen Mikkelsen, CEO and managing director of Sims Ltd., the 106-year-old Australian recycling giant, points out that in conversations about climate and carbon, topics like renewable-energy investments and offshore wind farms tend to attract the lion’s share of the attention paid to problems and solutions.

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Insurers hope new policies covering carbon credits will restore trust in a battered market

GreenBiz

Cloverly is selling coverage that will compensate carbon credit buyers in the event of fraud or invalidation.

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Surge in heat pumps and rooftop solar drives record uptake for UK homes

Renew Economy

Installation of solar panels and heat pumps in UK homes soared in 2023, driving the country to its highest-ever level of domestic low-carbon technology upgrades. The post Surge in heat pumps and rooftop solar drives record uptake for UK homes 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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Think Realty and Land Betterment: How Real Estate Can Create Both Positive Social and Commercial Outcomes

3BL Media

Kirk Taylor’s editorial article was recently featured on the cover of Think Realty’s January/February magazine. In this editorial piece Kirk, President and Co-founder of Land Betterment, talks about how thinking creatively about workforce housing, attainable housing, and transitional housing in communities can satisfy more than commercial goals. While simultaneously solving commercial and social aspects of housing may seem challenging it can be accomplished.

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Textile Sector’s ESG Challenges in India “Mind the Gap”

Green Project Management

India’s textile sector is undergoing a sea change in its evolution as it strives to abide by Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) laws. Due to the stringent ESG standards and the EU’s CBAM, small businesses that are essential to the nation’s economy face particular difficulties. Social Problem The textile sector, a pillar of the Indian […] The post Textile Sector’s ESG Challenges in India “Mind the Gap” appeared first on Insights into Sustainabili

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Israel’s climate tech sector plummeted in 2023

GreenBiz

The war and infighting over Netanyahu’s moves wreaked havoc on the country’s sustainability startups.

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Queensland funds another 12 “solar soaker” batteries, plus two locally made flow batteries

Renew Economy

Energy Queensland gets new funds to install another 12 network connected batteries across the state – including two flow batteries made by local manufacturers. The post Queensland funds another 12 “solar soaker” batteries, plus two locally made flow batteries 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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Are CEOs gaming ESG bonuses?

Corporate Knights

For years, shareholder activists have argued that the best way to get corporate executives to manage their assets for the public good is to pay them to do it – by linking their compensation to positive social and environmental activities, such as increasing diversity and reducing carbon emissions. Today, 72% of S&P 500 companies include environmental, social and governance (ESG) metrics in determining executives’ pay, says the Semler Brossy Consulting Group.

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WHC Launches Professional Network for Women Working in Business and Nature

3BL Media

BETHESDA, Md., January 19, 2024 /3BL/ - Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC) announces the launch of Elevate , a robust network of women leaders working at the intersection of business and nature. Elevate seeks to fill the gap of global initiatives for women working on nature-related issues in business by providing a network to connect with and learn from one another.

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We can do better: Redesigning climate change, biodiversity and plastic waste negotiations

GreenBiz

Global negotiating processes must shift to achieve more meaningful climate results.

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Court rejects solar farm for wrecking a town’s view, poor consultation

Renew Economy

NSW court rules the solar project didn't take into account its impact on the landscape's character and fell short on community consultation. The post Court rejects solar farm for wrecking a town’s view, poor consultation appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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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The shape of talent in 2023 and 2024

McKinsey Sustainabilty

If 2023 was the year of the manager and the launchpad for generative AI, what will 2024 bring for talent leaders?

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Dave Lange: The Panda Master for FedEx

3BL Media

What does it take to transport precious cargo anywhere in the world? Dave Lange, FedEx Director of Aircraft Charter (A/C) Department, provides an inside view of the work his team undertakes to ensure safe and secure delivery of high-profile shipments, such as giant pandas. Whether it’s commercial, military, humanitarian, or animal shipments, the A/C is responsible for special projects—flights that aren't flown on scheduled service.

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Grant seeks to recruit Appalachian manufacturers for clean energy economy

GreenBiz

A group of regional partners is seeking to find and support more than 1,000 small and medium manufacturers to play a supply chain role in the growing clean energy industry.

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Stick to the plan: Lights won’t go out when Eraring closes on schedule

Renew Economy

Consistent with AEMO's own modelling, our new analysis reconfirms there is no material electricity reliability gap for NSW if Eraring closes on schedule. The post Stick to the plan: Lights won’t go out when Eraring closes on schedule 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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Accelerating Europe: Competitiveness for a new era

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Turbulent times have highlighted new fragilities in Europe’s economies. Addressing them could be the catalyst for a new wave of competitiveness and growth.

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Trane Technologies Partnering With Dublin City University's Access Program To Support Students Affected by Economic and Social Adversity

3BL Media

January 18, 2024 /3BL/ - Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, is proud to be partnering with Dublin City University (DCU) in their innovative Accesseducation program, which provides financial support, internships and mentoring opportunities for students affected by economic and social adversity. For over 30 years, DCU has delivered Ireland’s original and largest university Access Program, enabling more than 1,000 students each year from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds to

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How tech firms Adyen and Zendesk are securing carbon removal credits

GreenBiz

3 strategies Adyen and Zendesk use to guide their funding of carbon removal technologies and projects.

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Rooftop solar has key benefits, and one critical weakness, over large-scale solar farms

Renew Economy

First ever life-cycle analysis comparing big and small solar systems finds rooftop PV better for the environment than even the largest, most efficient, solar farm. But there's a catch. The post Rooftop solar has key benefits, and one critical weakness, over large-scale solar farms 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.