3 strategies for embedding product circularity from the start
GreenBiz
AUGUST 21, 2023
Sponsored: Product manufacturers can make circularity a reality for their company with circularity readiness. Here are early-stage strategies to consider.
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Trailhead’s You Lead Idaho Program Receives $200,000 Grant From KeyBank
3BL Media
AUGUST 25, 2023
BOISE, Idaho, August 25, 2023 /3BL/ — KeyBank has awarded a $200,000 grant to Trailhead, a non-profit organization offering mentoring and support services to Idaho student entrepreneurs. The grant will allow Trailhead to expand its You Lead Idaho program and empower more students through education, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, innovation and technology.
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Huge wind turbine parts arrive at port for delivery to Golden Plains
Renew Economy
AUGUST 24, 2023
First of 21 shiploads of turbine parts for the massive Golden Plains wind farm in Victoria have been unloaded at Geelong Port, ready for delivery. The post Huge wind turbine parts arrive at port for delivery to Golden Plains appeared first on RenewEconomy.
The fire beast is everywhere. A checklist for fighting back.
Corporate Knights
AUGUST 23, 2023
From a distance, when you see the white smoke curling up from the forest, you worry. How far away is the fire? Which direction is it heading? From close up, when the flames are rising into the treetops, it’s time to panic. When wildfires encroached on the outskirts of Fort McMurray the morning of May 3, 2016, the general messaging from officials was “Go about your life as normal.
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
This Coca-Cola bottler will capture carbon dioxide to put the fizz in its drinks
GreenBiz
AUGUST 24, 2023
Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages is building a “quadgeneration” system to generate electricity, run heating and cooling processes, and recover carbon dioxide to carbonate beverages.
Land Betterment’s Board of Director Jennifer Crandall Founder of Safe Food En Route to Moderate Panel at Rally Conference
3BL Media
AUGUST 21, 2023
Jennifer Crandall Founder of Safe Food En Route and Land Betterment Board of Director, is the moderator on the panel titled, Female Founders Disrupting CPG on August 29 th at 10:00 am at the Rally Conference to be held at the Indiana Convention Center. The panel is expected to be an inspiring discussion featuring extraordinary female founders who are defying the odds in the CPG space.
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US oil company buys Canadian carbon capture tech to fuel oil extraction future
Corporate Knights
AUGUST 24, 2023
Occidental Petroleum’s purchase of a Canadian direct air capture (DAC) company for US$1.1 billion will enable it to profit from tackling climate change while continuing to extract oil and gas for 60 or more years into the future, says CEO Vicki Hollub. After acquiring British Columbia-based Carbon Engineering last week, Occidental hopes to build about 100 DAC plants that strip carbon dioxide from the atmosphere to bury underground, or for use in making products like concrete and aviation fuel.
How to keep your passion burning with a career in ESG
GreenBiz
AUGUST 22, 2023
Burnout is real and even more intense when climate change is your job. Here are 5 ways to keep your head on straight while trying to solve the world's biggest problem.
Major Fleet Operators Call on States To Expand Clean Vehicle Access Across the U.S.
3BL Media
AUGUST 25, 2023
August 25, 2023 /3BL/ - Commercial fleet operators are urging governors across the country to accelerate and support the shift to zero-emission vehicles by adopting the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) and Advanced Clean Cars II (ACC II) rules in their respective states. In a letter to governors in nine states, members of the Ceres Corporate Electric Vehicle Alliance —a coalition of 31 companies representing more than $1.2 trillion in annual revenue and that collectively own, lease or operate more th
CSIRO spins out new hydrogen tech that uses 30 pct less wind and solar
Renew Economy
AUGUST 24, 2023
New CSIRO spin off says its ground-breaking electrolyser tech requires 30 per cent less electricity to make green hydrogen than competing technologies. The post CSIRO spins out new hydrogen tech that uses 30 pct less wind and solar 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
Driving the transition to zero- and low-emission transportation
Corporate Knights
AUGUST 24, 2023
The federal government’s latest National Inventory Report, released in April 2023 , confirms Canada’s progress in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. But looking ahead to 2030, it’s clear we need to accelerate the scale and pace of action to continue to achieve our targets. The largest source of GHG emissions in Ontario is transportation. There are about 12 million vehicles in the province today and each year, moving people and goods consumes about 1,000 petajoules of refined petroleum prod
3 developments for food companies from the pre-COP28 UN meeting
GreenBiz
AUGUST 24, 2023
How the UN food system summit stocktaking moment set the stage for food systems at COP 28.
Toronto Middle School Students Win goIT STEM Competition With Proposed App Promoting Responsible Energy Use
3BL Media
AUGUST 25, 2023
Four students from Toronto carefully examined the complicated issue presented by United Nations' 2030 Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7 and decided they needn’t be powerless to help ensure the availability of clean energy for all. Knowing that small changes can add up, middle school students Aparajita, Cadence, Devangi and Katrina developed a concept for an app that would: Reduce pollution and greenhouse gas emissions associated with energy production Free up resources for establishing cleane
Star of the South identifies five ports to support Australia’s first offshore wind farm
Renew Economy
AUGUST 21, 2023
Star of the South reveals the findings from a year-long analysis of port options to support construction and operation of the pioneering offshore wind project. The post Star of the South identifies five ports to support Australia’s first offshore wind farm 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.
The Carbon Offset Mirage: Smoke, Mirrors, and Greenwashing? Let me explain.
Green Project Management
AUGUST 22, 2023
I had a spirited debate with a good friend last week on carbon offsets. It would be good to put my thoughts out for the public. Here goes… Climate change or as I prefer to call it climate chaos, is tightening its grip on our planet. Naturally, the appeal of carbon offsetting has skyrocketed. At […] The post The Carbon Offset Mirage: Smoke, Mirrors, and Greenwashing?
Decades of messages about recycling have crowded out better ways to manage waste
GreenBiz
AUGUST 23, 2023
Wrong choices are typical in the confusing US recycling system, and recycling itself is often a poor choice among other options.
Burt’s Bees: Documenting Progress Against Our Sustainability Pillars
3BL Media
AUGUST 25, 2023
In 2022, Burt’s Bees ranked No. 6 among 200 companies in the Power Purpose Index , a slot in the top 20 that Burt’s Bees shares with Clorox. The index recognizes brands with commitments to a purpose beyond profit, to improving lives, and to creating a better society and world, not just for shareholders. It’s these attributes along with our brand’s authenticity, innovation focus, and entrepreneurial spirit that come to life in our 2022 Progress Report.
Eraring and Loy Yang A coal closure wrangles show need for hard renewable targets
Renew Economy
AUGUST 21, 2023
Australia is not likely to solve its coal closure issues until it gets serious about hard targets. But the extension of Eraring is not a fait accompli. The post Eraring and Loy Yang A coal closure wrangles show need for hard renewable targets 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
Advocates of lab-grown meat poke holes in claim it is bad for the environment
Corporate Knights
AUGUST 22, 2023
Clean, cultivated, lab-grown, cell-cultured or slaughter-free. Whatever the adjectives used to describe meat grown without farming and slaughtering animals, there is no doubt that the innovative product is turning heads in the food sector. Cell-cultured meat is produced using animal stem cells in large bioreactors that can each replace thousands of animals.
11 training resources to bolster your climate and net-zero strategy
GreenBiz
AUGUST 22, 2023
Empower your organization to meet its climate goals by learning how to develop a strategy based on best practices and science.
Girls Who Code Alumni Participate in Bank’s Summer Internship Program
3BL Media
AUGUST 25, 2023
Originally published on U.S. Bank company blog Among the college students participating in the U.S. Bank summer internship program this year are three women who bring expertise they gained through Girls Who Code, which provides coding instruction and experience to thousands of girls every year. Kelsey Kim first joined a Girls Who Code (GWC) summer immersion program near her home in Atlanta when she was in high school.
EnergyAustralia joins rush to offshore wind with massive 5GW project
Renew Economy
AUGUST 20, 2023
EnergyAustralia teams up with global consortium to propose a giant 5W offshore wind project in Victoria. The post EnergyAustralia joins rush to offshore wind with massive 5GW project 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.
OPAL Fuels Inc. - OPAL Fuels and New River Solid Waste Association Renewable Natural Gas Facility Named Project of the Year by ASCE Florida SectionNew River RNG recognized for capturing harmful greenhouse gases and replacing fossil fuel with innovative renewable energy solution
Global Renewable News
AUGUST 24, 2023
OPAL Fuels Inc. (Nasdaq: OPAL), a vertically integrated producer and distributor of renewable natural gas (RNG) and renewable electricity, announced its New River RNG facility, which was created thro.
Got tech to slash aviation emissions? Salesforce, JetBlue and Qantas want to know
GreenBiz
AUGUST 24, 2023
The Sustainable Aviation Challenge is calling for companies to share their innovations by Oct. 2.
Embracing Diversity and Amplifying Indigenous Voices
3BL Media
AUGUST 25, 2023
Originally published on NRG Energy Insights By NRG Editorial Voices The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples celebrates the rich cultural diversity of Indigenous people worldwide while raising awareness and support for the protection of their rights. This day also highlights the importance of understanding the past and current relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous society to create a more open dialogue.
Shift to renewables will be cheaper than cost of setting up gas industry, says Chalmers
Renew Economy
AUGUST 23, 2023
The shift to renewables will not be cheap, the Intergenerational Report confirms, but it won’t cost nearly as much as it did to set up Australia’s fossil gas industry. The post Shift to renewables will be cheaper than cost of setting up gas industry, says Chalmers 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
GE Vernova - GE Vernova's Hydropower business to service 840 MW Norway Aurland Hydropower Plant with new Rotorpoles
Global Renewable News
AUGUST 24, 2023
GE Vernova's Hydro Power business announced today (June 29) that it has been selected by Hafslund Eco to deliver new Rotorpoles for the 3x 280 MW / 300 MVA water-cooled generators used by the Aurl.
Should you electrify your heavy-duty truck? Ask these 5 questions
GreenBiz
AUGUST 22, 2023
Electrification isn’t the only way to decarbonize transportation and logistics, but the path your company chooses to take will depend on these factors.
AEG Partners With Nike To Host Girls Empowerment and Career Exposure Day for Southern California Student Basketball Athletes
3BL Media
AUGUST 25, 2023
To inspire and encourage the next generation of girls in sports, AEG and Nike hosted a girls empowerment and career exposure day on August 4, 2023, for over 30 high school athletes from Watts and Boyle Heights – two of the lowest-income neighborhoods in Los Angeles County. Participating high school athletes came from four local non-profit organizations — Watts Skills Academy, PeacePlayers - Los Angeles, Hollenbeck PAL and Weingart East Los Angeles YMCA, all of which are all currently working tow
Home, neighbourhood, grid-scale batteries: What’s the difference and why does it matter?
Renew Economy
AUGUST 24, 2023
We need all the storage we can get on our grid – of all types and sizes. But community batteries are the ‘Swiss army knife’ of modern power systems. The post Home, neighbourhood, grid-scale batteries: What’s the difference and why does it matter? 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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