4 ways to cut campus food waste, from colleges to corporates
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 7, 2019
From data to design, there are ways that we can take a bite out of food waste in the restaurant sector.
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The Purpose of Capital: The Musical
Impact Alpha
OCTOBER 9, 2019
ImpactAlpha, Oct. 9 – And now for something completely different… When Jed Emerson released “The Purpose of Capital” last year, he and video producer Mia Haugen, who are married, considered a promotional video “standing on windswept Norwegian tundra, looking deep and thoughtful as my voiceover reads sections of the book,” as Emerson recalls. “We immediately abandoned that The post The Purpose of Capital: The Musical appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
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Caribbean Youth Entrepreneurs Seminar
Sustainable Development Network
OCTOBER 6, 2019
On October 5, 2019, young people gathered at the Mona Campus of the University of the West Indies to hear from six young entrepreneurs on how they can tap into entrepreneurship. The Youth Entrepreneurs Development Seminar was organized by SDSN Caribbean and the Institute for Sustainable Development of the University of the West Indies. The seminar addressed two Sustainable Development Goals: Goal 8 on decent work and economic growth, and Goal 9 on industry, innovation and infrastructure.
Take a stand and address single-use items and throwaway culture rather than just plastics, urges Zero Waste Scotland
Envirotec Magazine
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Ian Gulland of Zero Waste Scotland. The Scottish Government-funded circular economy advisory group Zero Waste Scotland is warning that the current focus on plastics is distracting from the real issue of ending the disposable throwaway culture and urges Scots to take a stand against unwanted extra materials in their daily lives. The environmental organisation is calling on people to use the period of Climate Week, running from Monday 7 October to Sunday 13 October, to make a point of refusing mat
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.
Unilever sets goals to reduce its plastic use and support a 'waste-free world'
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 10, 2019
The consumer goods giant pledges to halve its use of virgin plastic.
Steward’s ‘crowdfarming’ platform lets small investors back good food from local farms
Impact Alpha
OCTOBER 9, 2019
ImpactAlpha, Oct. 9 – Precision drones and other “ag tech” solutions may be sexier. But a $25,000 loan to buy a tractor or fencing is arguably more critical to the health of the soil and the livelihood of a farmer in Kansas. “There’s a mismatch between demand for sustainably grown products and the desire to The post Steward’s ‘crowdfarming’ platform lets small investors back good food from local farms appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
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Take a stand and address single-use items and throwaway culture rather than just plastics, urges Zero Waste Scotland
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OCTOBER 8, 2019
Ian Gulland of Zero Waste Scotland. The Scottish Government-funded circular economy advisory group Zero Waste Scotland is warning that the current focus on plastics is distracting from the real issue of ending the disposable throwaway culture and urges Scots to take a stand against unwanted extra materials in their daily lives. The environmental organisation is calling on people to use the period of Climate Week, running from Monday 7 October to Sunday 13 October, to make a point of refusing mat
Why this cold storage warehouse operator warmed up to artificial intelligence
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 10, 2019
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Kiva hits $1 billion in loans to women
Impact Alpha
OCTOBER 7, 2019
ImpactAlpha, October 7– Kiva is doing a lot these days to diversify the ways it promotes financial inclusion worldwide, but its crowdfunding platform is still the foundation of its work. The organization has reached a milestone, lending $1 billion to female borrowers, and $1.3 billion in all. Women comprise 80% of Kiva’s borrowers. The 2.7 The post Kiva hits $1 billion in loans to women appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Retire in Monte Carlo? Simulating retirement outcomes
MSCI
OCTOBER 11, 2019
Despite global equity performance, U.S. DC plan participants may be ill prepared to meet retirement-spending needs. We assessed four equity-allocation scenarios — including an equity multifactor allocation and integration of ESG views — to see which performed best.
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
Carlsberg moves a step closer to creating the world’s first ‘paper’ beer bottle
Envirotec Magazine
OCTOBER 11, 2019
Danish brewer reveals research prototypes for the ‘Green Fibre Bottle’ – containing beer for the first time. At the C40 World Mayors Summit in Copenhagen (11 October), Carlsberg Group provided an update on its journey to create the world’s first ‘paper’ beer bottle made from sustainably-sourced wood fibres that is seemingly both 100% bio-based and fully recyclable.
Circularity and the 45 percent climate solution
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Can the circular economy close the gap on climate emissions? A new report says it can.
Catholic institutions pledge to increase impact investments in climate action and social equity
Impact Alpha
OCTOBER 7, 2019
ImpactAlpha, Oct. 7 – Catholic congregations long known for providing healthcare and services for the poor are expanding their ministries to drive positive impact through their pension and investment portfolios. Six U.S.-based Catholic institutions with a combined $40 billion in assets issued a “Catholic impact investing pledge,” committing more of their capital toward the twin The post Catholic institutions pledge to increase impact investments in climate action and social equity appeared first
Indigenous leadership delivers natural climate solutions
Eco-Business
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Indigenous communities, like the Sungai Utik Dayak Iban longhouse community in Indonesia, are guardians of the land on which they reside. However, securing official recognition and legal rights are often a hurdle.
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.
Birds benefiting from climate change may find their boost short-lived
Envirotec Magazine
OCTOBER 11, 2019
Cuckoos were among the bird species examined in the study (image credit: Ben Andrew). Conservationists have seemingly been flummoxed by studies which show climate change is having a stronger effect upon bird species which benefit from climate change compared to those which suffer negative impacts. The authors of a major study investigating 525 bird species over 30 years and across two continents believe there could be a time lag in the response of populations to climate change, creating an ‘exti
Electric bus fleets are the latest tool for improving air quality
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 8, 2019
And both North America and Europe are primed for market growth over the next decade.
Can sustainable seafood and energy de-risk Japan’s economy?
Impact Alpha
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Japan has staked out a leadership position in sustainable investing. Still, two of its largest industries, energy and seafood, present continued environmental risks. Two reports call out opportunities to reduce risks and reap benefits by going green. Overpaying for energy Carbon Tracker is urging Japanese policy makers to rethink their pro-coal stance, or face a The post Can sustainable seafood and energy de-risk Japan’s economy?
Mythbusting: How green are these green building solutions?
Eco-Business
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Hundreds of products for today's urban building industry are marketed as green, including air purifying coatings. But how sustainable are these products and services, really?
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
Met Office and EA mark 10-year anniversary of The Flood Forecasting Centre (FFC)
Envirotec Magazine
OCTOBER 8, 2019
On 4 October the Met Office and the Environment Agency marked a 10-year partnership which “has saved lives, livelihoods, and protected infrastructure.” The Flood Forecasting Centre (FFC) was set up in 2009 bringing together Met Office meteorologists and Environment Agency hydrologists to provide crucial, timely warnings to emergency responders.
Interface CEO Jay Gould on optimism, talking to boards and truly carbon-negative products
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 7, 2019
Plus, why he thinks carbon offsets are ‘cheating.’.
Energy Impact Partners invests $25 million in RapidSOS for emergency response
Impact Alpha
OCTOBER 9, 2019
ImpactAlpha, October 9 – Natural disasters, large public events and aging infrastructure create a nightmare scenarios for U.S. emergency responders, who still depend on antiquated systems–like landlines–to orchestrate relief and rescue missions. RapidSOS is trying to overhaul emergency response infrastructure through a cloud-based platform that connects data from smart devices, like cars and wearable medical The post Energy Impact Partners invests $25 million in RapidSOS for emergenc
How is the world's biggest palm oil trader living up to its no-deforestation promise?
Eco-Business
OCTOBER 9, 2019
It is less than a year since Wilmar made an industry-first promise to cut deforestation out of its entire supply chain. In this interview with Eco-Business, sustainability chief Jeremy Goon talks about the challenges of implementation.
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
Piping systems trade group produces guide to branch connections for water and gas mains
Envirotec Magazine
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Making effective branch connections in live water and gas mains is now supported by new guidance from the BPF Pipes Group. The guidance has been produced in direct response to a request from water companies working with the Plastic Pipes Liaison Group, a collaboration between the BPF Pipes Group and Water UK. It combines best technical practice with the need to maintain normal services to customers during operations on live distribution mains.
Let’s all become activists
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 7, 2019
Making the Global Goals a reality by 2030 is no longer just a topic for high-level people in conference halls — it's a global movement.
Better Ventures closes $32 million fund to spur early impact tech
Impact Alpha
OCTOBER 7, 2019
ImpactAlpha, October 7 – Breakthrough technology is time and resource intensive to get off the ground. Since 2011, the founders of Better Ventures have provided first-in investment capital to founders of 27 impact tech companies. Four of those are investments from its newly closed, $32 million third fund: Portland-based Knock Software, whose Ride Report app The post Better Ventures closes $32 million fund to spur early impact tech appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Asia Pulp & Paper involved in numerous land disputes, shirking demands for more transparency—report
Eco-Business
OCTOBER 8, 2019
A new study reveals the paper giant’s trail of disputes across Indonesia. But even as the controversial firm claims to address the social harm caused, it keeps experts in the dark about whether community rights are genuinely respected.
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.
Campaign aims to reduce and reuse Europe’s 2.5 million tonnes of plastic appearing in e-waste each year
Envirotec Magazine
OCTOBER 10, 2019
European Commission-funded project with UN support urges consumersto favour products containing plastics recycled from electronic waste. Philips and Whirlpool among first firms offering support by designing products to use more recycled plastic, ease plastic reuse at product end-of-life. Most consumers see no difference in quality, appearance, performance.
The climate risk you may not be thinking about
GreenBiz
OCTOBER 7, 2019
Is your business prepared to adapt to an increasingly volatile present?
The Week in impact investing: Expanding the mission
Impact Alpha
OCTOBER 11, 2019
TGIF, Agents of Impact! Mid-conference-season breather. We’re taking a Brief break on Monday for the holiday here in the U.S. We’ll be back in your inbox Tuesday, Oct. 15. – The ImpactAlpha team The Week’s Agent of Impact Agent of Impact: John O’Shaughnessy, Franciscan Sisters of Mary. John O’Shaughnessy walked away from his first Social Capital Markets, The post The Week in impact investing: Expanding the mission appeared first on ImpactAlpha.
Intense forest fires threaten to derail Indonesia’s progress in reducing deforestation
Eco-Business
OCTOBER 8, 2019
According to data displayed on Global Forest Watch Fires, there have been 66,000 fire alerts in Indonesia from January through the end of September. While this is much lower than fire levels in 2015, it far exceeds those in the past three years.
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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