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How AI can help the finance sector advance toward climate solutions

GreenBiz

In a keynote conversation at GreenFin 22 last week, Andrew Zolli discusses how artificial intelligence can help the financial sector accelerate progress on climate solutions.

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Solar panel recycling market to be worth billions by 2030, say researchers

Renew Economy

As solar PV waste grows to tens of millions tonnes a year by 2040, researchers say the recycling market will boom – as will demand for recycled components. The post Solar panel recycling market to be worth billions by 2030, say researchers appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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CNH Industrial Celebrates Environment Day With Sustainable Tree-Planting Initiatives in India

3BL Media

SOURCE: CNH Industrial. DESCRIPTION: This World Environment Day, CNH Industrial took initiatives to connect with nature at their production facilities in India. At their Pune Plant, trees were planted by the gardening team, in recognition of their valuable roles in keeping the areas filled with greenery and clean air. At their New Holland Greater Noida plant, the Miyawaki Forest Project was inaugurated in the presence of Shri Chandra Prakash Goel, IFS, Director General of Forest and Climate Chan

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Networking Demystified: Protecting Endpoints is Job #1

Cisco CSR

Enterprise networking is a constantly evolving set of technology solutions. From an engineering perspective, it presents an endless series of fascinating problems to solve as we strive to connect more people, devices, and applications around the world. Cisco customers also have a seemingly endless list of use cases that they need our help in solving as they progress through their own digital transformations.

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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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Clean tech drives record-breaking energy investment, IEA report finds

GreenBiz

A recent report predicts global energy investment will rise eight percent this year, driven by surging investment in clean energy infrastructure.

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Renewables supply nearly half of German power demand in first half 2022

Renew Economy

New data shows renewable energy supplied roughly half of Germany’s electricity demand for the first half of 2022, boosted by more wind and solar. The post Renewables supply nearly half of German power demand in first half 2022 appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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New Performance-Based Lab Exam Items Build Opportunities

Cisco CSR

A new type of performance-based lab exam item is giving Cisco Associate and Professional Certification exam candidates more opportunities to demonstrate their knowledge and skills. These lab items complement the more traditional multiple-choice and drag-and-drop item types, which are particularly suited to measure skills related to theory, knowledge, and conceptual comprehension.

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The race for quality carbon offsets

GreenBiz

Recognizing and avoiding the risks associated with an obfuscated carbon offset market.

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“We’re not there yet:” Bowen says capacity design needs flexibility and emissions goal

Renew Economy

Chris Bowen says capacity market not finalised, and needs to allow for flexibility and emissions. And, unlike his predecessor, he promises to visit wind and solar farms. The post “We’re not there yet:” Bowen says capacity design needs flexibility and emissions goal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Why the World Needs More Women Leaders To Address Sustainability

3BL Media

By Renee Morad. SOURCE: Keysight Technologies. DESCRIPTION: Despite the growth of sustainable technologies around the world, carbon emissions continue to rise. Human-induced climate change threatens to disrupt nature and impact the lives of billions of people—and may disproportionately impact women, according to the United Nations. “Women are more vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, because they represent the majority of the world’s poor and are more dependent on threatened natural reso

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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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Wireless 9800 WLC KPI Blog – Part 3

Cisco CSR

Part 3 of the 3-part Wireless Catalyst 9800 WLC KPIs. In previous blogs, Wireless Catalyst 9800 WLC KPIs, Part 1 and Wireless Catalyst 9800 WLC KPIs, Part 2 , we shared how to check WLC and connections to other devices as well as how to check AP and RF health status. In this blog, we will focus on Key Performance Indicators for client analysis, WLC packet drops, and packets punted to WLC CPU.

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Regrow partnership with food giants aims to scale regenerative agriculture

GreenBiz

Regrow Agriculture has partnered up with some of the biggest food companies in the industry to bring immense monitoring capabilities to sustainable farmers.

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Stunning low prices for offshore wind in UK bode well for Australian plans

Renew Economy

Offshore wind projects dominate the biggest and cheapest renewable energy auction run by the UK government to date. And it is good news for Australia. The post Stunning low prices for offshore wind in UK bode well for Australian plans appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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YWCA Receives Support From Keybank Foundation To Provide Digital Literacy and Internet Access to Low-Income Women

3BL Media

KeyBank Foundation’s $200,000 grant advances digital equity to YWCA Women's Residence and others throughout Westchester County. SOURCE: KeyBank. DESCRIPTION: WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., July 6, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester and KeyBank announce a community partnership to provide life-changing digital skills training and resources to low-income women currently residing the YWCA’s Women’s Residence in White Plains, as well as to women residing throughout Westchest

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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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ECB to Transition Corporate Bond Portfolio to Better Climate Performers

ESG Today

The European Central Bank (ECB) announced today a series of moves to further incorporate climate change considerations into its monetary policy framework, including actions to decarbonize its portfolio of corporate bond holdings over time, and to introduce climate-related disclosure requirements for collateral. According to the ECB, the new measures aim to reduce financial risk to the Eurosystem balance sheet related to climate change, in line with the primary objective to maintain price stabili

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How the financial system can — and must — account for climate risk

GreenBiz

During a keynote conversation at GreenFin 22 last week, Sarah Bloom Raskin discussed how the financial regulatory system can — and must — account for climate risk.

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Construction starts at Andrew Forrest-backed $3 billion renewable energy precinct

Renew Economy

Construction starts at the massive $3 billion Clarke Creek renewables precinct in Queensland. The Andrew Forrest-backed project could become Australia's largest. The post Construction starts at Andrew Forrest-backed $3 billion renewable energy precinct appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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3M Young Scientist Challenge Announces 2022 National Finalists and Honorable Mentions

3BL Media

SOURCE: Discovery Education. DESCRIPTION: ST. PAUL, Minn. and SILVER SPRING, Md., July 7, 2022 /3BL Media/ – Today’s youth has never been more hopeful for a better, brighter, and safer world. Inspired by the desire to impact change in communities far and near, they are using the power of STEM to help drive the change they want to see. 3M ( @3M ) and Discovery Education ( @DiscoveryEd ) are proud to announce the top 10 finalists and four honorable mention recipients in the 2022 3M Young Scientist

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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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The Most Critical Ingredient in Leadership

Stanford Social Innovation

By Jacqueline Novogratz & Anne Welsh McNulty. Patrick Awuah escaped life under military dictatorship in Ghana and left his home to attend college in the United States. He settled in Seattle, built a successful career as a Microsoft program manager, married an American, and started a family. He had left Ghana behind and resolved never to return. A few years later, however, Patrick’s first child was born, triggering a latent restlessness.

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A way forward toward reducing local opposition to renewables

GreenBiz

One key to success is early engagement by renewable developers with communities and nearby residents.

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Renewables supply nearly one-third of US electricity in April

Renew Economy

Renewables provided more than a 25% share of US electricity demand in the first four months of 2022, peaking in April and outpacing both coal and nuclear. The post Renewables supply nearly one-third of US electricity in April appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Harnessing the Power of Parked EVs

3BL Media

E-Flex and Cisco help electric vehicles drive to Net Zero. SOURCE: Cisco Systems Inc. DESCRIPTION: By Kevin Delaney. Electric vehicles solve a lot of problems. But they also create a few of their own. One is power consumption. With the popularity of EVs on the rise, the prospect of recharging millions at a time risks putting huge pressure on electricity grids, especially during peak charging times.

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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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Security Resilience in the Americas

Cisco CSR

The past couple of years have brought security resilience to the forefront. How can organizations around the world build resilience when uncertainty is the new normal? How can we be better prepared for whatever is next on the threat horizon? When threats are unpredictable, resilient security strategies are crucial to endure change when we least expect it. .

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Recognizing 11 servant leaders in sustainability

GreenBiz

This year’s Women in Sustainability Leadership Awards honorees represent a more diverse range of industries than ever, from consumer products and aviation to climate tech and green buildings.

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Quinbrook to build 2000MWh battery at data Supernode site in Queensland

Renew Economy

Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners reveals plans to build biggest battery storage installation in Australia to support a massive data storage centre close to Brisbane. The post Quinbrook to build 2000MWh battery at data Supernode site in Queensland appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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The Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility (HACR) Congratulates Its Newest HACR Young Hispanic Corporate Achievers™

3BL Media

73 Leaders from 41 companies graduated the program last month. SOURCE: Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility. DESCRIPTION: WASHINGTON, July 6, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility ( HACR ) congratulates the 15 th cohort of the HACR Young Hispanic Corporate Achievers™ on their completion of the program last month.

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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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US Foods to Ask Key Suppliers for Science-Based Emissions Reduction Commitments

ESG Today

Food company and foodservice distributor US Foods announced today a series of new climate-focused commitments, including near term goals to reduce operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and to address its value chain impact by engaging key suppliers to set their own emissions reduction goals. The company’s new commitments include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 32.5 percent by 2032, compared to 2019, and to have 35% of its suppliers by emissions – covering 71 percent

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How organizations are planning for a carbon credit supply crunch

GreenBiz

Sponsored: Demand for carbon credits is expected to outpace supply, leaving corporate carbon credit buyers at risk of not meeting their climate commitments.

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Once in a lifetime green industry opportunity needs once in a lifetime policy

Renew Economy

For a long time, Australian governments have dreamed of making stuff again. Australia now has the opportunity for new industry and to flourish in a net zero world. The post Once in a lifetime green industry opportunity needs once in a lifetime policy appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Finding Your Alignment With Hortense le Gentil

3BL Media

SOURCE: Carol Cone ON PURPOSE. DESCRIPTION: “When you are aligned, you instinctively know what to do. You’re equipped to close the gap between the leader you are and the leader you want to be. When your professional and personal values are aligned, you lead with authenticity and everything becomes possible.”. Many guests on Purpose 360 have shared how they activate employees, collaborate in partnerships, communicate to customers, and engage in the community.

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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.