3BL Media
OCTOBER 9, 2024
In this Q&A, Ross Pamphilon and Mark Duffy of Impax Asset Management explore the nuances of the asset class of Impact Bonds and how rigor and expertise can help investors navigate an expanding opportunity set. Executive Summary We believe it is worth taking a nuanced view of impact bonds, considering both non-labelled and labelled green, social and sustainability bonds.
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Australia could create thousands of jobs and transition workers out of the fossil fuel industry if wind towers were produced at home, a research group says. The post Call for Australia to make wind turbine towers as well as solar PV and battery storage appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Corporate Knights
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Cryptocurrencies have been condemned over their environmental record at a time when traditional investments have been rapidly moving towards greener environmental, social and governance (ESG) values. So how long will it be until crypto earns its green credentials? Green investments are assets like bonds that pay for projects with positive environmental and social outcomes.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
OCTOBER 10, 2024
As the global macroeconomic environment remains uncertain, retail banks should focus on the fundamentals of customer primacy and margin protection while embracing digital technologies and gen AI.
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.
3BL Media
OCTOBER 9, 2024
First H.E.L.P. , a nonprofit dedicated to destigmatizing mental health issues for first responders, has unveiled the Heroes Memorial Park Monument. This monument, which resides in Rockwall, Texas, is the first in the U.S. to honor first responders and military veterans who have died by suicide, highlighting that their impact and service will never be forgotten.
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Labor has sprung a surprise move to create a committee to look into nuclear power. It will be chaired by an MP whose electorate is one of those targeted by the Coalition for a large reactor. The post Labor springs surprise nuclear power committee to call Coalition bluff on energy policy appeared first on RenewEconomy.
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Science Daily / Earth & Environment
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Researchers developed a rating system to evaluate the plausibility of climate model simulations in the IPCC's latest report, and show that models that lead to potentially catastrophic warming are to be taken seriously.
3BL Media
OCTOBER 10, 2024
NORTHAMPTON, Mass., October 10, 2024 /3BL/ - 3BL announced today the annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, recognizing outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest public companies in the United States. HP Inc. has earned the top ranking this year, with Hewlett Packard Enterprise,Johnson & Johnson, Owens Corning, and Ingersoll Rand completing the top five.
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 8, 2024
A new study from one of the world's leading methane scientists finds that over its life cycle LNG emits a third more CO2 than coal. The post Green washed: LNG emits 33% more carbon that coal, new report finds appeared first on RenewEconomy.
ESG Today
OCTOBER 8, 2024
More than two thirds of CEOs report that they remain committed to their climate strategies, but are adapting the language and terminology they use to communicate it, and while many are not confident that their companies will achieve their near-term climate goals, most anticipate significant returns from their sustainability efforts over the next five years, according to a new survey released by global professional services firm KPMG.
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
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
OCTOBER 8, 2024
An international coalition of scientists concludes that the Earth's worsening vital signs indicate a 'critical and unpredictable new phase of the climate crisis' and that 'decisive action is needed, and fast.
3BL Media
OCTOBER 11, 2024
PORTLAND, Wash., October 11, 2024 /3BL/ - KeyBank’s Key4Women program, Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon (MESO) , and the Portland Thorns FC announced that local business, DTOCS LLC, is the winner of a business pitch contest for women-owned businesses (WOBs) located in Oregon and SW Washington. The event was held October 10 th at Providence Park in Portland.
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Gina Rinehart has described solar farms as an "eye sore", but her mining company plans to build one on her family property to help power and cut emissions at a new iron ore project. The post Gina Rinehart to build “eye sore” solar farm on family property to help power new iron ore project appeared first on RenewEconomy.
McKinsey Sustainabilty
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Better carbon management can be a competitive advantage. Here’s how CFOs across industries and markets can move beyond “check the box” compliance and enable strategy-driven, carbon-based decision making.
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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.
Envirotec Magazine
OCTOBER 10, 2024
A hydrogen fuel cell forklift truck from Toyota at the opening of a new hydrogen fuelling station at Teesside International Airport in January (image credit: Toyota UK). A report from logistics specialist Toyota Material Handling (UK) indicates priorities and directions for the logistics industry, given the required trajectory of emissions reduction.
3BL Media
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) presented its 2024 Courage to Care Award to AEG at the hospital’s gala hosted at L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles, CA on October 5, 2024. The biennial gala pays tribute to its brave patients and remarkable physicians, researchers and caregivers who create hope and build healthier futures for children. The Courage to Care Award is presented to individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to children, pediatric-related causes and humanitarian efforts at
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Australia's growing fleet of big battery projects are rapidly shifting their main revenue source from frequency control to arbitrage. Here's why. The post Australia’s big battery fleet now making more money from arbitrage than frequency control appeared first on RenewEconomy.
ESG Today
OCTOBER 10, 2024
The Government of Canada announced the first expansion of its requirements for climate-related financial disclosures to include private companies, with new plans to introduce mandatory climate-related reporting for large, federally incorporated companies. Alongside the new climate-related disclosure requirements, the government also introduced plans for a new sustainable investment taxonomy to help categorize green and transition economic activities.
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
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Vegetation cover across the Antarctic Peninsula has increased more than tenfold over the last four decades, new research shows.
3BL Media
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Published by Las Vegas Sands on September 19, 2024 Marina Bay Sands held its 10 th Sands for Singapore Charity Festival Aug. 23-25 and raised more than $3.5 million for local nonprofit organizations, bringing the total amount generated by the festival to nearly $30 million since its inception in 2013. The cornerstone of the resort’s community engagement program and one of its signature annual events, the charity festival featured multiple days of activities, live entertainment and events, all to
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 7, 2024
A machine that can extract nearly 100% of materials from end-of-life solar modules powers up as rock bottom Chinese solar prices collapse the export market for second-hand Australian panels. The post Solar recycling machine powers up as key export market closes to used Australian panels appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Chris Hall
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Regulation and education are being touted as solutions to the imbalance between investment consultants and pension trustees exposed by climate risks. UK pension fund trustees have a lot of responsibility on their shoulders, with multiple tasks required to ensure members’ benefits are paid in full when they are due. Their day-to-day work includes accounting for and mitigating all material risks that could impact the pension scheme’s financial returns in the longer-term.
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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
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Fungi don't have eyes or a brain, but their intelligent behaviors may surprise you. New research suggests that fungi may be able to recognize shapes.
3BL Media
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Originally published on September 25th, 2024, on LinkedIn This morning, we celebrated the opening of the Sysco Toronto Legacy Space through Sysco Ontario ’s 5-year partnership with The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund. This Legacy Space features a beautiful, hand-painted mural from Hannah Sage LaForme of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, and a library nook featuring books and resources on meaningful reconciliation and education.
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 7, 2024
The first battery containers have been installed in what will likely be the country's first 2 gigawatt hour (GWh) battery project being built in the Western Australian coal town of Collie. The post First units installed at Australia’s first 2 GWh big battery project appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Green Project Management
OCTOBER 11, 2024
I was at an event last week when someone said: “Artificial Intelligence is no match for Natural Stupidity.” And it stuck with me because because it’s a little too close to the truth. This post is a little out of the ordinary but It has been on my mind a lot. So… Here goes. We […] The post Artificial Intelligence vs. Natural Stupidity: The Battle for the Future of Work appeared first on The GPM Blog.
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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.
ESG Today
OCTOBER 7, 2024
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), announced the launch of a new Professional Diploma in Sustainability, a course and certification designed for finance professionals at all levels who are looking to gain a deeper understanding of sustainability in the business world. The new course comes as demand for sustainability-related skills is increasing globally as companies and countries globally begin to take action on implementing their climate and sustainability-related commi
3BL Media
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Marathon runners understand that the human body provides energy from different forms throughout a race to be able to keep running. When energy reserves start to wane, the runners find hydration stations to fill back up and keep pace throughout the race. The energy grid also requires energy reserves to stabilize demand during peak times, and energy storage systems (ESS) provide that capability.
Renew Economy
OCTOBER 7, 2024
New records over the long weekend underline the fundamental change happening in Australia's energy mix, and the key role of rooftop solar in driving these. The post Rooftop PV takes biggest bite yet out of coal as fossil fuels and grid demand hit new lows appeared first on RenewEconomy.
Science Daily / Earth & Environment
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Scientists have discovered a low-cost method to significantly reduce this pollution from hydrogen internal combustion engines by improving the efficiency of their catalytic converters. The researchers found that infusing platinum in catalytic converters with a highly porous material called Y zeolites greatly enhances the reactions between nitrogen oxides and hydrogen, converting unhealthful nitrogen oxides into harmless nitrogen gas and water vapor.
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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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