How corporations can support 24/7 carbon-free energy
GreenBiz
APRIL 14, 2022
In its most detailed policy roadmap to date, Google has published a blueprint for what it will take to get the power sector to 24/7, carbon-free energy.
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Why is Ontario making new buildings less energy efficient?
Corporate Knights
APRIL 13, 2022
Chris Ballard is a former Ontario minister of housing and environment and climate change and the CEO of Passive House Canada, a national non-profit professional association that advocates for the Passive House high-performance building standard. If you could live in a home that was highly energy efficient , climate resilient, comfortable and healthy for about the same cost as a code-built home and was built to outlast current buildings, would you move in?
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Graph of the Day: One state dominates best performing wind farms in March
Renew Economy
APRIL 14, 2022
One state dominates the rankings of best performing wind farms in March, taking six of the top eight spots. The post Graph of the Day: One state dominates best performing wind farms in March appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Expanding Environmental Commitments
3BL Media
APRIL 13, 2022
SOURCE: Qualcomm. DESCRIPTION: We believe that climate change is a serious environmental, social and economic threat that calls for immediate and concerted action among all sectors of society. That’s why, in 2021, we expanded our commitment to reducing our operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in our value chain and ensured our new targets were aligned to the latest climate science by committing to and joining the Science Based Targets Initiative’s Business Ambition for 1.5°C and the United
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
New geothermal plants could solve America’s lithium supply crunch
GreenBiz
APRIL 14, 2022
New projects in California's Salton Sea could extract the metal — needed for electric vehicle batteries — at scale.
Can the electric F-150 finally rev North America’s EV revolution into top gear?
Corporate Knights
APRIL 11, 2022
Pickup truck owners may not seem like the most conventional market for electric vehicles. And yet, demand has surged in North America for the hotly anticipated release of the first electric passenger trucks. In May 2021, Ford became the first mainstream automaker to reveal an electric pickup, the F-150 Lightning. By December, Ford had to cap its initial reservation list at 200,000 and announced plans to nearly double its planned production to a total of 150,000 units annually.
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LG Recognized As Environmental Leader
3BL Media
APRIL 14, 2022
LG’s Strong Climate Action Efforts Underscored by Dow Jones Sustainability Index and The Global 100. SOURCE: LG Electronics USA, Inc. DESCRIPTION: ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., April 14, 2022 /3BL Media/ – LG Electronics (LG) has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability™ World Index , which comprises global sustainability leaders as identified by S&P Global through the Corporate Sustainability Assessment.
Inside the new $100 million women-led climate tech fund
GreenBiz
APRIL 14, 2022
The fund is led by managing partners Sierra Peterson and Sarah Sclarsic and supported a suite of investors and partners across the corporate, climate tech and environmental worlds including past or present CEOs of General Electric, Lyft and Shopify.
Capturing the true value of Industry 4.0
McKinsey Sustainabilty
APRIL 13, 2022
With digital transformations notoriously difficult to scale up across factory networks, manufacturers may need to slow down to get ahead in the race to implement Industry 4.0.
US wind, solar and storage transmission queue soars to record 1,300GW
Renew Economy
APRIL 14, 2022
US has enough wind, solar and storage in the transmission queue to meet its clean energy targets, but it won't all get built. The post US wind, solar and storage transmission queue soars to record 1,300GW appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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
2022 TD Green Space Grant Recipients Provide Environmental Equity Solutions to Their Communities
3BL Media
APRIL 15, 2022
These grants will support green infrastructure development, tree planting, forestry stewardship, and community green space expansion to advance environmental and economic benefits that help work toward a low-carbon economy. SOURCE: Arbor Day Foundation. DESCRIPTION: LINCOLN, Neb. and TORONTO, Ontario, April 15, 2022 /3BL Media/ - TD Bank Group (TD) and the Arbor Day Foundation today announced the 2022 grant recipients of the TD Green Space Grants program.
Stripe, Shopify, Alphabet, Meta and McKinsey will spend almost $1 billion on carbon removal
GreenBiz
APRIL 13, 2022
A new fund backed by Stripe, Shopify, Alphabet, Meta and McKinsey will spend almost $1 billion on carbon removal.
Protest Movements Could Be More Effective Than the Best Charities
Stanford Social Innovation
APRIL 14, 2022
By James Ozden. The past several years have seen dramatic growth in social movements demonstrating their dissent through public mass mobilization and acts of civil disobedience, from Black Lives Matter and Fridays for Future to the massive protests by Indian farmers. According to one study , the number of protest movements tripled from 2006 to 2020.
Gas giant walks away from Aurora solar thermal, PV and battery project
Renew Economy
APRIL 10, 2022
Plans to combine a big battery with large-scale solar PV and solar thermal technology hit a bump in the road, after a key backer pulls out. The post Gas giant walks away from Aurora solar thermal, PV and battery project appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?
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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.
What Our Nonprofit Partners Are Doing to Support People Impacted by the War in Ukraine - and How You Can Help
3BL Media
APRIL 15, 2022
By Erin Connor. SOURCE: Cisco Systems Inc. DESCRIPTION: According to the UN, 6.5 million Ukrainians have been displaced within Ukraine, and according to the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) more than 4 million people have been forced to flee the country since the invasion began on February 24, making this the fastest-growing refugee crisis in Europe since World War II.
We need true nature-positive solutions to address climate change
GreenBiz
APRIL 13, 2022
Generic actions of “nature-based solutions” and “natural climate solutions” leave too much room for greenwashing.
Lithium mining: How new production technologies could fuel the global EV revolution
McKinsey Sustainabilty
APRIL 12, 2022
Lithium is the driving force behind electric vehicles, but will supply keep pace with demand? New technologies and sources of supply can fill the gap.
Australians pay every day for political negligence on fuel standards
Renew Economy
APRIL 13, 2022
Australia needs vehicle emissions standards. And subsidising EVs would reduce Australia’s net oil imports and leave the country well ahead. The post Australians pay every day for political negligence on fuel standards appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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
Republic Services Cleans Up Plastics Recycling Myths for Earth Day
3BL Media
APRIL 14, 2022
Recycling helps preserve natural resources, reduces emissions and contributes to a more sustainable world. SOURCE: Republic Services. DESCRIPTION: PHOENIX, April 14, 2022 /3BL Media/ - To mark Earth Day, Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is sharing myth-busting plastics recycling tips to help consumers be better recyclers. Demand is growing for recycled plastic to use in consumer packaging, so it’s especially important that plastic bottles, jugs and containers make their way into the recycling
Where Do ESG and Sustainable Finance Go from Here?
GreenBiz
APRIL 11, 2022
Date/Time: May 16, 2022 (1-2PM ET / 10-11AM PT) The finance and sustainability worlds are converging faster than ever before. For investors and companies, that means having a clear understanding of the key issues, both now and in the coming months, from setting targets and timetables to learning the language of Wall Street. It means having a shared understanding with internal stakeholders: the risk department, government relations, investor relations and those overseeing energy, emissions reduct
Cisco DNA Center Planning and Adoption, Part 1 – What you need to make the jump to light speed
Cisco CSR
APRIL 15, 2022
Part 1 of the 2-part Cisco DNA Center Planning and Adoption. My goal for this series is to help you get started with Cisco DNA Center and get the most out of your investment. I am going to sell you on why you want or need Cisco DNA Center because if you are reading this, it is because you are ready to get started but have some questions or concerns about what the heck Cisco DNA Center does.
Greens pitch $500m ‘green steel bank’ to accelerate coal phase out
Renew Economy
APRIL 13, 2022
The Greens want to decarbonise at least three of Australia's steelmaking hubs, promising to create a $500m 'green steel bank'. The post Greens pitch $500m ‘green steel bank’ to accelerate coal phase out appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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.
VMware Recognizes 2022 Partner Achievement Award Winners
3BL Media
APRIL 15, 2022
SOURCE: VMware. SUMMARY: Softchoice, Xtravirt, and Google Cloud Named Worldwide Winners for Embodying the Spirit of VMware’s Cloud-Smart Ecosystem. More than 30 Partners Honored for Delivering Top Performance and Noteworthy Customer Impact. DESCRIPTION: PALO ALTO, Calif., April 12, 2022 /3BL Media/ - VMware, Inc. (NYSE:VMW), a leading innovator in enterprise software, today announced the worldwide and regional winners of the 2022 VMware Partner Achievement Awards.
Illinois prioritizes equitable access to green jobs on its path to clean energy
GreenBiz
APRIL 12, 2022
How will the Prairie State build a labor force the skills needed for the green jobs to get to 100 percent clean energy.
Tech talent tectonics: Ten new realities for finding, keeping, and developing talent
McKinsey Sustainabilty
APRIL 14, 2022
Large incumbents can compete successfully for tech talent—but only if they’re ready to completely rethink their entire HR approach. Tech talent think and act differently.
Graph of Day: Australia’s best performing solar farms in March
Renew Economy
APRIL 13, 2022
Queensland solar farms headed the list of the best performing large scale solar installations in March. The post Graph of Day: Australia’s best performing solar farms in March appeared first on RenewEconomy.
What Regulations Will Impact Sustainability Comms in 2024?
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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
Volunteers from Around the Globe Arrive on Robinson Crusoe Island to Participate in Lenovo's Work for Humankind
3BL Media
APRIL 14, 2022
SOURCE: Lenovo. SUMMARY: Volunteers are now taking part in Work for Humankind, a bold initiative in partnership with Lenovo, Island Conservation, and the Robinson Crusoe community that allows them to work their own jobs remotely from one of the world’s most far-flung offices. The group of volunteers will use Lenovo’s technology and donate their professional skills spanning design, technology, sustainability, and biodiversity to support vital conservation efforts.
The GreenFin Interview: The view of Wall Street, with State Street’s CFO and head of ESG
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APRIL 13, 2022
What does it take to install trust in financial institutions these days? State Street seems to be trying.
Home Assistant’s newest release is big and awesome
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APRIL 13, 2022
Although I’ve gone all-in on HomeKit for personal use , there are still other great smart home options out there. And one of them is Home Assistant, which often gets lost in the connected platform shuffle. If you’re not familiar with it, Home Assistant is an open-source smart home system you self-host on a small computer, like a Raspberry Pi.
AEMO says Kean’s battery plan key to keeping lights on after Eraring coal closure
Renew Economy
APRIL 13, 2022
AEMO says early Eraring coal closure won't cause reliability issues if Matt Kean's battery plan and other investments go ahead. The post AEMO says Kean’s battery plan key to keeping lights on after Eraring coal closure appeared first on RenewEconomy.
What Questions Are Brands Asking About Their ESG Initiatives Ahead of 2024?
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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.
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