Sat.Dec 24, 2022 - Fri.Dec 30, 2022

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ESG for SMEs: How Small- and Medium-Sized Businesses Can Embrace ESG for Long-Term Growth

3BL Media

Words by 3p Editors. SOURCE: TriplePundit. DESCRIPTION: Sustainable impact and innovation were top of mind for Jeffrey Crawford when he joined as vice president of sustainability at Sustana , a sustainable recycled fiber, and paper manufacturer that Blackstone recently acquired. Since the acquisition, the company has been taking a closer look at its ESG (environmental, social and governance) performance and strengthening its integration internally and throughout its value chain.

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Carbon capture: Solution or sideshow?

GreenBiz

CCS is either the climate tech breakthrough of the 21st century, according to its advocates, or a multibillion-dollar boondoggle, say activists.

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How unchecked consumerism helps drive climate change

Corporate Knights

As extreme weather events in Canada and around the world are linked to human-made climate change , there is one story that continues to be left out: the connection between climate change and the products we purchase. Recent research shows that across a product’s life cycle — from raw material extraction through manufacturing, distribution, use and disposal — the total embedded carbon emissions are 6.3 times the product’s weight.

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Google vs. ChatGPT: Who Really Knows Best?

Impakter

Impakter. Google vs. ChatGPT: Who Really Knows Best? The evolution of knowledge-seeking has progressed significantly over the years; the world’s questions once answered by scholars, philosophers, public libraries and encyclopedias are now, in the digital age, being answered by search engines. Evolution can also be witnessed within the short history of search engines themselves, as Bing, Yahoo and Ask Jeeves are nowadays mostly […].

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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

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ESG Talk: Season Finale

3BL Media

SOURCE: Workiva. DESCRIPTION: That's a wrap! Check out this new highlight reel featuring some of our most memorable moments from ESG Talk season one. In season two, we're bringing together more diverse perspectives to simplify ESG, one conversation at a time. Looking for more? Subscribe to ESG Talk on Apple , Spotify , Google , and YouTube. Tweet me: Just released—a new highlight reel featuring some of the most memorable moments from #ESGTalk season one.

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13 essential newsletters for sustainability professionals

GreenBiz

When you’re in the business of sustainability, a regular infusion of original voices keeps the work fresh. Add illumination, provocation and entertainment to your inbox with these titles.

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A few devices and services for securing your smart home

Stacey Higginbotham

A few weeks back, I explained how I think about my risk model when it comes to cybersecurity in my smart home. Shortly after that piece was published, Comcast issued a report that showed how wrong many people were when it came to understanding which devices posed the largest threat to their home network security. In my article, I recommended using an outside device or service to monitor your network, so I figured I’d share my experience with some of the options out there.

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From Algorithms to Ice Hockey: Finding Ways To Make Equity a Reality

3BL Media

BY SOPHIE HARES. SOURCE: Mastercard. DESCRIPTION: As businesses realize the benefits of bringing more people into the financial fold, ideas to improve diversity, equity and inclusion, known as DEI, emerged throughout the year. But amid the progress, it also became clear that transforming promising slogans into reality is not easy. There are no quick fixes to leveling the playing field for women, people of color or the LGBTQ community.

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Water bites back in 2022

GreenBiz

Systemic failures in the water sector led to big challenges to economic development, business growth, ecosystems and civil society during 2022.

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Why We Didn’t Fund Your Scaling Plan (Blog)

Stanford Social Innovation

By Erin Worsham & Kimberly Bardy Langsam.

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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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What’s the range of a Matter over Thread device?

Stacey Higginbotham

On a recent Internet of Things Podcast episode , we took a call from our Voicemail hotline segment with a question about Matter over Thread devices. John called in to ask about the range of Thread devices in a smart home. On one side of his house, he has a second-generation Google Nest Hub that will work as a Thread Border Router. And he has a Matter device that uses Thread one floor down on the other side of his house.

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GoDaddy’s Pilot You Empower Cohort Proves Power of One-on-One Personalized Coaching for Entrepreneurs

3BL Media

SOURCE: GoDaddy. DESCRIPTION: Leveraging its deep expertise as the world’s largest services platform for entrepreneurs around the globe, GoDaddy Inc.’s You Empower pilot cohort has proved the power of one-on-one personalized coaching for entrepreneurs eager to enhance their small business’ digital presence and branding. GoDaddy You Empower is a 12-week, skills-based, full-time employee volunteer assignment where employees are paired with Empower by GoDaddy nonprofit community partners.

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2022 was the year that…

GreenBiz

Before it fades into the sunset, some highlights from the year just passed.

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This Ancient Grain Could Help End World Hunger

Impakter

Impakter. This Ancient Grain Could Help End World Hunger. In March 2021, the United Nations General Assembly declared 2023 the International Year of Millets (IYM 2023). Almost a year before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the UN couldn’t have known at the time exactly how relevant this choice would become in 2023. As the war continues to cause problems for grain supplies worldwide, what better […].

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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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JPMorgan Unveils Financed Emissions Goals for Aviation, Steel and Cement Sectors

ESG Today

JPMorgan Chase announced the expansion of its 2030 financed emissions targets to a series of new carbon-intensive sectors including Aviation, Iron and Steel, and Cement. The targets were unveiled with the release of the firm’s 2022 Climate Report, highlighting JPMorgan’s progress and approach to addressing climate risks and opportunities for the firm and its clients.

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The World's First LNG Tractor Is Making the Energy Independent Farm a Reality

3BL Media

SOURCE: CNH Industrial. DESCRIPTION: At its Tech Day in Phoenix, Arizona, CNH Industrial debuted the world’s first LNG tractor – the New Holland T7 Methane Power LNG. This pre-production prototype brings our customers more than just performance benefits. It is the final step to completing a circular energy independent farm. To bring this latest development to life, we partnered with Bennamann , a UK-based expert in solutions to capture and repurpose fugitive methane emissions for energy use.

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How circularity is reshaping value propositions in capital equipment

GreenBiz

Learnings from 23 companies navigating the transition to the circular economy.

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Meta to Pay Millions for Data Leak That Enabled Psychological Political Warfare

Impakter

Impakter. Meta to Pay Millions for Data Leak That Enabled Psychological Political Warfare. Meta Platforms, the owner of Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp, has agreed to pay the largest ever settlement sum agreed upon in a US data privacy class action. The company is to pay $725 million to settle a lawsuit which has been ongoing since 2018. The litigation surrounded the world-famous data scandal involving Cambridge Analytica (CA), […].

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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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‘A Moment Of Transition’ – 5 Key Insights For Driving Purpose-Led Innovation In 2023

Joan Michelson

2023 will see the rise of the purpose-led economy, aka the ESG paradigm (environment-social-governance). It’s evident across the economy & driving innovation. What lessons can we glean from 2022 to innovate this purpose-led economy in 2023? Here are five insights from women leading the way.

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KeyBank Foundation Invests More Than $1.4 Million To Support Workforce Development and Homeownership Initiatives in the Capital Region

3BL Media

Funding will lift up and amplify efforts that will strengthen communities through workforce training, financial education and economic development. SOURCE: KeyBank. DESCRIPTION: ALBANY, N.Y., December 27, 2022 /3BL Media/ – The KeyBank Foundation is investing a total of $1,425,000 in four non-profit organizations in the Capital Region to support workforce development, housing insecurities and homeownership initiatives.

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How forests near and far benefit people in cities

GreenBiz

Forests at three scales — inner, nearby and faraway — offer dozens of benefits to cities.

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5 Eco-Conscious Digital Art Exhibitions to ‘Visit’ From the Comfort of Your Couch

Impakter

Impakter. 5 Eco-Conscious Digital Art Exhibitions to ‘Visit’ From the Comfort of Your Couch. Art exhibitions held on digital platforms are becoming more common as both an aftereffect of the COVID-19 lockdowns and the incorporation of new technology into society. In September, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City sold $70 million of art to fund its digital platform.

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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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More Energy Output Than Input Marks a Leap Forward for Fusion Energy Research

Energy Central

Fusion ignition achieved by the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is a triumph of science and engineering. It represents the first step to producing unlimited nuclear energy here on Earth with no radioactive waste. What will it take to turn the results of this experiment into a viable commercial fusion reactor? Both scale and speed. The positive energy yield needs to be 50 to 100 times.

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Shop Brands That Give Back Through Microcredit This Holiday Season

3BL Media

by Sandy Mariscal, Senior Marketing and Outreach Program Manager. SOURCE: Whole Foods Market Foundations. DESCRIPTION: Whole Foods Market suppliers are empowering microentrepreneurs with income-generating opportunities this holiday season. These like-minded companies are donating a portion of their sales in select Whole Foods Market stores in December to fund microcredit through Whole Planet Foundation.

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Lithos Carbon rocks agricultural carbon capture

GreenBiz

Meet the entrepreneur helping farmers capture carbon and increase crop yields — with rocks.

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IFRS’ International Sustainability Standards Board to Open China Office

ESG Today

The IFRS Foundation Trustees announced plans to open an office for its International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) in Beijing, following signing an agreement with China’s Ministry of Finance on Thursday. Launched last year at the COP26 climate conference, the ISSB is currently in the process of developing its first 2 proposed standards for company sustainability and climate related disclosures around the end of this year, and to issue the final standards as early as possible in 2023.

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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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The McKinsey Crossword: Slacktivism | No. 108

McKinsey Sustainabilty

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.

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Bacardi Named One of the Best Places to Work in PR

3BL Media

SOURCE: Bacardi Limited. DESCRIPTION: In recognition of its culture of care, entrepreneurship and fearlessness, family-owned Bacardi was recently named one of the Best Places to Work in PR by PR Week. Bacardi's Corporate Communications team impressed the judges with their eagerness to share their positive feelings about the company. Employees lauded highly sensitive leadership that gives special attention to well-being, mental health and career building, with a work environment that allows them

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3M pledges to stop making 'forever chemicals' by 2025

GreenBiz

U.S. manufacturing giant moves ahead of regulators by promising to phase out harmful PFAS substances within three years.

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Free Speech is a Public Good, So Twitter Has an ESG Responsibility Not to Censor Users of its Platform

Caux Round Table

A moral capitalism is not an end in itself, but a means serving a higher end – human felicity and well-being. So, too, is moral government a means to that same end. And so, too, is a just society. It seems to me that we have evolved over the millennia to thrive best when provided with the right public goods (which include avoidance of public “bads”) and beneficial private goods.

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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.