Why environmental justice research needs to include disability
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
Disabled people make up more than 25 percent of the U.S population but remain left out of most environmental justice research.
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Seven ways U.S. retail investors can invest and bank sustainably
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Everyday investors, as well as large asset managers and institutions, are flocking to ESG and impact investing. As many as 95% of millennials. The post Seven ways U.S. retail investors can invest and bank sustainably appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
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Illinois passes binding 100% clean energy bill
Renewable Energy World
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Follow @EngelsAngle. The Illinois legislature gave final approval Monday to a bill that sets the state on a path to 100% carbon-free power by 2045. The Climate and Equitable Jobs Act heads to Gov. J.B. Pritzker's desk to be signed into law, which he has indicated he plans to do. " Senate Bill 2408 represents the most robust energy justice bill in the nation and sets new precedent for how states can help navigate a just transition to a renewable energy economy that puts disadvantaged communities
DOE announces $54 million to increase energy efficiency in microelectronics technologies
Environmental News Bits
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced nearly $54 million for 10 new projects led by DOE’s National Laboratories to increase energy efficiency in microelectronics design and production. Microelectronics are critical to nearly all modern technology, including smartphones, medical equipment, power plant and electricity grids, and automobiles.
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.
Big money flows into long-duration energy storage
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
Long-duration energy storage is the linchpin technology that will let the economy run off of intermittent renewable energy sources and backup power after grid disruptions.
Disinformation poses systemic risks – so universal owners are pressing media companies to renounce it
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
ImpactAlpha, Sept. 14 – Talk about negative externalities. False information intended to mislead viewers on climate, COVID-19, racial justice and other issues may drive. The post Disinformation poses systemic risks – so universal owners are pressing media companies to renounce it appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
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These 3 energy storage technologies can help solve the challenge of moving to 100% renewable electricity
Environmental News Bits
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
by Kerry Rippy (National Renewable Energy Laboratory) In recent decades the cost of wind and solar power generation has dropped dramatically. This is one reason that the U.S. Department of Energy projects that renewable energy will be the fastest-growing U.S. energy source through 2050. However, it’s still relatively expensive to store energy.
How electrified, equitable mobility can transform US cities
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Sponsored: The movement to make American cities more sustainable, healthy and equitable has a powerful, unassuming ally: The city bus.
Catholic investors mobilize to steward church assets toward impact
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
ImpactAlpha, Sept. 13 – With a new membership program and online investment platform, the Catholic Impact Investing Collaborative aims to accelerate the flow of. The post Catholic investors mobilize to steward church assets toward impact appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
An NFL quarterback on overcoming setbacks and self-doubt | Alex Smith
TEDxInnovations
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
Former NFL quarterback Alex Smith almost died after a particularly rough tackle snapped his leg in 2018 -- yet he was back on the field just two years later. In this inspiring talk, he shares his hard-won insights on overcoming fear, self-doubt and anxiety that could help anyone endure life's challenges. (This talk contains graphic images.). Former NFL quarterback Alex Smith almost died after a particularly rough tackle snapped his leg in 2018 -- yet he was back on the field just two years later
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
Sustainable Refrigeration Summit
Environmental News Bits
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
Sep 27-Oct 8. 2021 (free, online)More information and to register The zero emissions movement is expanding rapidly at the local, state, and federal levels, expanding regulatory pressures on food retailers to address refrigerant emissions.
Amazon invests in the Amazon
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Partnering with The Nature Conservancy to monetarily support Amazonia farmers in their transition to regenerative agriculture and agroforestry.
Move over SPACs. Here come NACs to turn ecosystem services into tradable assets
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
ImpactAlpha, Sept. 14 – The New York Stock Exchange is seeking approval for a new kind of publicly traded asset based on the. The post Move over SPACs. Here come NACs to turn ecosystem services into tradable assets appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Toyota targets 50% reduction in EV battery costs by 2030
Renewable Energy World
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
By Jonathan Spencer Jones , Smart Energy International. Toyota is expecting to invest up to $13.6 billion in battery development and production by 2030. In a briefing on batteries, the company announced that it is aiming for a 50% reduction in battery costs through 30% improvements in both cell efficiency and manufacturing costs in the late-2020s. At the same time, there are plans to increase the supply of batteries up to 200GWh from the currently planned 180GWh.
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.
Hurricane Ida turned into a monster thanks to a giant warm patch in the Gulf of Mexico – here’s what happened
Environmental News Bits
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
by Nick Shay, (University of Miami) As Hurricane Ida headed into the Gulf of Mexico, a team of scientists was closely watching a giant, slowly swirling pool of warm water directly ahead in its path. That warm pool, an eddy, was a warning sign. It was around 125 miles (200 kilometers) across.
The space-age tech we need to save our planet
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
Sponsored: We are still woefully uninformed about our oceans. Researchers at KAUST are pushing the boundaries of what's technologically possible.
Impact Engine joins Mosaic on Zero Waste Recycling employee-ownership deal
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
ImpactAlpha, September 13 — Investors are tapping employee-ownership transition funds to invest directly into worker-ownership deals (see, “Employee Ownership Catalyst Fund raises nearly. The post Impact Engine joins Mosaic on Zero Waste Recycling employee-ownership deal appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
New Jersey breaks ground on nation’s first port designed for offshore wind industry
Renewable Energy World
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Follow @EngelsAngle. New Jersey officials broke ground last week on the nation's first purpose-built port for the offshore wind industry. The New Jersey Wind Port is designed to serve as a hub for the offshore wind industry along the East Coast, with access to more than 50% of available U.S. offshore wind lease areas. The project is expected to be completed by the end of 2023.
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
The trans story includes you | Nicole Maines
TEDxInnovations
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
As actress Nicole Maines points out, we all unwittingly play supporting roles in each others' life stories -- for better or worse. With charm and aplomb, she shares her experience growing up as a trans youth, emphasizing the big and small ways community acceptance can affect the course of a deeply personal journey. As actress Nicole Maines points out, we all unwittingly play supporting roles in each others' life stories -- for better or worse.
How Congress can get cities moving
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Cities are adopting climate-friendly transportation policies to encourage people to bike, walk or use public transit instead of driving. But they can't move alone.
Solarise Africa secures $5.9 million in debt financing from Trine
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
ImpactAlpha, September 14 — Commercial and industrial solar accounts for 75% of power demand in sub-Saharan Africa, despite its unreliability and high cost. The post Solarise Africa secures $5.9 million in debt financing from Trine appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Food production generates more than a third of manmade greenhouse gas emissions – a new framework tells us how much comes from crops, countries and regions
Environmental News Bits
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
by Xiaoming Xu and Atul Jain (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign) Producing enough food for a growing world population is an urgent global challenge. And it’s complicated by the fact that climate change is warming the Earth and making farming harder in many places.
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
The untapped energy source that could power the planet | Jamie C. Beard
TEDxInnovations
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
Deep beneath your feet is a molten ball of energy the same temperature as the surface of the sun -- an immense clean energy source that could power the world thousands of times over, says technologist and climate activist Jamie C. Beard. How do we tap it? She lays out a surprising solution, and an unlikely alliance, to harvest geothermal energy from the Earth's core and get it to anywhere in the world.
Diving into 'water positive' pledges by Facebook, Google
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Facebook commits to become “water positive” by 2030, while Google will replenish 120 percent of what it consumes.
Optimizing for Impact: Managing investments to meet goals for impact – and expectations of regulators
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
NEW: The United Nations Development Programme and CASE at Duke have released a free online training for global enterprises and investors on impact. The post Optimizing for Impact: Managing investments to meet goals for impact – and expectations of regulators appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
The invasive emerald ash borer has destroyed millions of trees – scientists aim to control it with tiny parasitic wasps
Environmental News Bits
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
by Kristine Grayson (University of Richmond) The emerald ash borer (Agrilus planipennis) is a deceptively attractive metallic-green adult beetle with a red abdomen. But few people ever actually see the insect itself – just the trail of destruction it leaves behind under the bark of ash trees.
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.
The inaccurate link between body ideals and health | Nancy N. Chen
TEDxInnovations
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Global obesity rates are on the rise, but body shaming campaigns are doing more harm than good, says medical anthropologist Nancy N. Chen. Reflecting on how the cultural histories of body ideals have changed over time, she offers a new way to view ourselves and our health by enhancing body diversity to close the gap between what's ideal and what's real.
Is the 'war' of EV fast chargers really over?
GreenBiz
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
What you need to know about the future of the CHAdeMo and CCS specifications, which currently rule the charging technology landscape for electric vehicles.
Opportunity Finance Network’s Finance Justice Fund secures $23 million for CDFIs
Impact Alpha
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
ImpactAlpha, September 14 — The Washington, D.C.-based organization is looking to raise $1 billion in debt capital and $150 million in grants to. The post Opportunity Finance Network’s Finance Justice Fund secures $23 million for CDFIs appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Use. Repurpose. Repeat
Environmental News Bits
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
Read the full story in the Philadelphia Citizen. Circular Philadelphia is working to eliminate landfills by constantly repurposing our waste. Could it also be an avenue to economic growth in Philly?
The Silver Lining to Corporate DEI Challenges
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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.
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