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How corporations can support 24/7 carbon-free energy

GreenBiz

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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Expanding Environmental Commitments

3BL Media

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

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Graph of the Day: One state dominates best performing wind farms in March

Renew Economy

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.

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Stand with Ukraine in the fight against evil | Garry Kasparov

TEDxInnovations

Ukraine is on the front line of a war between freedom and tyranny, says chess grandmaster and human rights advocate Garry Kasparov. In this blistering call to action, he traces Vladimir Putin's rise to power and details his own path from chess world champion to pro-democracy activist in Russia. His message is a challenge to global leaders to rise in support of Ukraine -- and to choose life and love over death and hatred.

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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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Inside the new $100 million women-led climate tech fund

GreenBiz

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.

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LG Recognized As Environmental Leader

3BL Media

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.

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Home Assistant’s newest release is big and awesome

Stacey Higginbotham

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.

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Where Do ESG and Sustainable Finance Go from Here?

GreenBiz

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

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What Our Nonprofit Partners Are Doing to Support People Impacted by the War in Ukraine - and How You Can Help

3BL Media

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.

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Gas giant walks away from Aurora solar thermal, PV and battery project

Renew Economy

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.

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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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Tech talent tectonics: Ten new realities for finding, keeping, and developing talent

McKinsey Sustainabilty

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.

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New geothermal plants could solve America’s lithium supply crunch

GreenBiz

New projects in California's Salton Sea could extract the metal — needed for electric vehicle batteries — at scale.

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Republic Services Cleans Up Plastics Recycling Myths for Earth Day

3BL Media

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

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Australians pay every day for political negligence on fuel standards

Renew Economy

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.

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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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Nuclear energy should not be part of the global solution to climate change

Utiliity Dive

Neither existing nor proposed reactors have a business case, so they have no climate case either. In energy as in financial portfolios, backing losers — diversifying into poor investments — only hurts performance, the author writes.

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Stripe, Shopify, Alphabet, Meta and McKinsey will spend almost $1 billion on carbon removal

GreenBiz

A new fund backed by Stripe, Shopify, Alphabet, Meta and McKinsey will spend almost $1 billion on carbon removal.

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VMware Recognizes 2022 Partner Achievement Award Winners

3BL Media

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.

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Greens pitch $500m ‘green steel bank’ to accelerate coal phase out

Renew Economy

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.

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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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Mercedes-Benz to Supply 70% of Energy Needs with Renewables, Halve Vehicle Emissions

Environment + Energy Leader

By using green steel, improving battery technology and implementing renewable energy and more recycled materials, Mercedes-Benz plans to significantly reduce the carbon emissions of its vehicles. The post Mercedes-Benz to Supply 70% of Energy Needs with Renewables, Halve Vehicle Emissions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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We need true nature-positive solutions to address climate change

GreenBiz

Generic actions of “nature-based solutions” and “natural climate solutions” leave too much room for greenwashing.

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Volunteers from Around the Globe Arrive on Robinson Crusoe Island to Participate in Lenovo's Work for Humankind

3BL Media

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.

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AusNet proposes first industry led, 10GW renewable zone in Victoria

Renew Economy

AusNet proposes Australia's first "industry led" renewable energy zone with a 10GW REZ centred around Latrobe Valley. The post AusNet proposes first industry led, 10GW renewable zone in Victoria 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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Cisco DNA Center Planning and Adoption, Part 1 – What you need to make the jump to light speed

Cisco CSR

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.

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Driving systems change: Four questions to guide executive leaders

GreenBiz

Sponsored: Anthesis Executive Director Jason Pearson shares four guiding questions to activate system-focused leadership.

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Better Budgeting. Stronger Savings. Regions Next Step Launches New Resources as Part of Financial Literacy Month

3BL Media

Regions Bank’s financial wellness program is a go-to resource for free financial tips and tools. SOURCE: Regions Bank. DESCRIPTION: By Jennifer Elmore. BIRMINGHAM, Ala., April 8, 2022 /3BL Media/ - In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, Regions Bank on Monday announced the launch of a new online platform of money-management courses to help people and businesses take the next step in their financial journey.

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AEMO says Kean’s battery plan key to keeping lights on after Eraring coal closure

Renew Economy

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.

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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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It’s time the smart home got a do not disturb mode

Stacey Higginbotham

On our most recent IoT Podcast, Jonathan called in with an interesting smart home problem to solve. He’s looking for a button or some other simple device that, when pressed, will disable any smart home routines. Jonathan’s wife has an irregular sleep schedule due to her job so he doesn’t want automations or routines to activate when she’s sleeping.

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Illinois prioritizes equitable access to green jobs on its path to clean energy

GreenBiz

How will the Prairie State build a labor force the skills needed for the green jobs to get to 100 percent clean energy.

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Essity Annual and Sustainability Report: Improved Well-Being

3BL Media

SOURCE: Essity. DESCRIPTION: Hygiene and health are fundamental to people’s well-being in all phases of life, in all parts of the world. We increase access to hygiene and health solutions, develop products and services that enhance quality of life, use our expertise to drive dialogue, educate and contribute to a more inclusive society. Hygiene and health.

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EnergyAustralia takes market control of another two big batteries in NSW

Renew Economy

EnergyAustralia to take market control of another two big batteries in NSW as it expands its storage capacity ahead of more coal closures. The post EnergyAustralia takes market control of another two big batteries in NSW appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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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.