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Energy

3p Weekend: The Travel Industry Finds New Ways to Reduce Environmental Impact

The travel industry - from hotel chains and airlines, to boutique eco-resorts - increasingly caters to growing demand for more responsible travel options.

Maggie Kohn

October 25, 2019

Energy

Bio-based Plastics Hit the Big Time, Going Beyond Product Packaging

DSM recently announced that it will introduce bio-based plastics, along with recycled alternatives, for its entire engineering plastics portfolio by 2030.

Maggie Kohn

October 23, 2019

Energy

Syngenta Announces Plans to Help Farmers Tackle Climate Change

Syngenta announced at the Bloomberg Sustainable Business Summit it will spend $2 billion over the next five years to help farmers take on climate change.

Maggie Kohn

October 22, 2019

Energy

Beyond Halloween: Make A Difference During Bat Week

With Halloween approaching, this year's Bat Week, October 24-31, is a reminder of how businesses can work with local communities on conservation efforts.

Tina Casey

October 21, 2019

Energy

Corporate Leaders: It’s Time to Lead on Climate Policy

At this vital moment in the global climate crisis, corporate leadership on climate policy is a top priority, says Mindy Lubber of Ceres.

Ceres

October 21, 2019

Energy

Is Energy Storage Finally Ready To Tackle the Wind Sector's Biggest Challenge?

Until recently, large-scale energy storage was too expensive to bridge the mismatch between supply and demand in the wind sector. But that's beginning to change as more economical technologies come online.

Tina Casey

October 18, 2019

Energy

Climate Transitions Won’t Happen Without Social Justice and Greater Democracy

Mass public mobilization in favor of climate action underlines the unavoidable connection between the climate crisis and crises in justice and democracy.

World Resources Institute

October 18, 2019

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3BL Forum 2019: Brands Taking Stands—What's Next?

Offshore Wind Power Is Crushing Carbon Capture Dreams

The U.S. has only just begun to tap into its rich offshore wind resources—and the Denmark-based energy firm Ørsted is helping to make this happen.

Tina Casey

October 17, 2019

Energy

The World’s Largest Berry Company Bets Big On Water Stewardship

For Driscoll’s, which supplies a third of all fresh berries sold globally, smart water management is a "business imperative."

Ceres

October 17, 2019

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The Road to Zero-Carbon Transportation

Etsy Makes the Case for C-Suite Buy-In Around Carbon Neutrality

Etsy is the first major online shopping destination to offset all of its emissions from shipping—thanks, in large part, to buy-in and engagement from CEO Josh Silverman.

Roya Sabri

October 15, 2019

Energy

HP: Printing Can be More Sustainable Than You Think

What if printing could help protect and grow forests rather than contributing to deforestation?

The Garage Blog by HP Inc

October 14, 2019

Energy

Why We Have No Time for Climate Despair

Climate solutions are now cheaper then fossil fuels, and getting cheaper. So why are some folks giving up, and falling into climate despair?

Eban Goodstein

October 11, 2019

Energy

UPS Continues to Invest in Energy Efficient, Lower-Carbon Fleets

Today, UPS announced a $450 million commitment to ensure that more of its global fleet runs cleaner and is more energy efficient.

Maggie Kohn

October 9, 2019

Energy

How Workplace EV Charging and Electrified Corporate Fleets Can Become Even Cleaner

EV charging, as well as corporate fleets becoming all-electric, can be even cleaner than they already are, via software intelligence.

Peter Bronski and Christy Lewis

October 8, 2019

Energy

UN Global Compact Urges Businesses to Take Fast Action on Ocean Health

According to the UN Global Compact, all elements of society must work together for the continued survival of our oceans - especially the private sector.

Roya Sabri

October 7, 2019

Technology

Women Who Code, Silicon Valley Giants Invest in Software Training for Latin American Women

Women Who Code recently launched its latest network in Costa Rica, a step made possible in part with funding from Silicon Valley-based software firm VMware.

Maggie Kohn

October 7, 2019

Technology

Data-Driven Decisions Can Help Slash Food Waste

New technology solutions are emerging that can help food companies and restaurant chains drastically reduce or even eliminate food waste.

Sarah Hutcherson

October 4, 2019

Energy

Honda Announces Major Investments in Renewables, Sets the Bar for Others to Follow

Honda's latest investment in renewable energy is important for three reasons: transportation emissions, water impacts and corporate leadership.

Kate Robertson

October 3, 2019

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Coming Together to Drive Change: How Partnerships Can Help Companies Tackle GHGs

Smithfield Moves to a More Sustainable Supply Chain, Starting with Animal Feed

Smithfield Foods is a major player in global agriculture—and it says it's taking steps to build a more sustainable supply chain, starting with the grain it uses for animal feed.

3p Editors

October 1, 2019

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The Road to Zero-Carbon Transportation

Zero-Carbon Transportation: Beyond The Tailpipe

Moving toward zero-carbon transportation may seem daunting, but opportunities are growing for companies to make this vision a reality.

Tina Casey

September 30, 2019

Energy

Calls Grow for Urgent Action on Ocean Plastic Crisis

The private sector has been stepping up, but urgent action is still needed to address the ocean plastic crisis, NGOs say.

Nithin Coca

September 30, 2019

Energy

A Circular Solution for Disposable Coffee Cups Lies in the U.K.

In the U.K., CupClub is reducing the number of disposable coffee cups by harnessing radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags, innovative packaging and centralized disposal sites.

Sarah Hutcherson

September 26, 2019

Energy

HP Launches World’s First PC with Ocean-Bound Plastic

As the world struggles with 86 million metric tons of ocean-bound plastic, HP announced it is taking another step to keep plastic bottles out of the oceans.

Maggie Kohn

September 19, 2019

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Coming Together to Drive Change: How Partnerships Can Help Companies Tackle GHGs

This GHG Measurement Model Could Be a Game-Changer for the Agriculture Industry

Smithfield Foods has developed a greenhouse gas measurement model that its collaborators say could be used to cut emissions throughout the meat processing industry.

Tina Casey

September 17, 2019

Energy

Olympic Champion Hannah Mills Launches #BigPlasticPledge

Olympic sailing gold medalist Hannah Mills has launched the Big Plastic Pledge, a global campaign to unite athletes and fans around the issue of plastic pollution.

International Olympic Committee

September 16, 2019

Energy

The Democratic Debates Have Overlooked Water, Though It Absolutely Matters to the Economy

There's been much similarity with the climate change plans we've been hearing during the Democratic debates, but only a few discuss water in detail.

Kate Robertson

September 12, 2019

Technology

CEOs Hail Business Benefits of AI, But Employees Remain Skeptical

In their rush to grasp the benefits of artificial intelligence and machine learning, are companies overlooking the ethical risks that come with deploying these technologies?

Amy Brown

September 10, 2019

Energy

Repowering Rural New England Communities with Renewables

We highlight a few examples of how climate-minded communities in New England are lessening their reliance on fossil fuels by shifting to renewables.

Leah Thibault

September 3, 2019

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Coming Together to Drive Change: How Partnerships Can Help Companies Tackle GHGs

Partnerships Are Important to Improving the Sustainability of Animal Agriculture

Executing corporate sustainability plans often creates what may seem like strange bedfellows—leading environmental organizations partnering with multinational corporations, for instance.

Andrew Burger

September 3, 2019

Energy

Energy Companies Annoyed by EPA Methane Emissions Reversal

Energy companies are pushing back against the recent EPA methane emissions reversal, arguing such regulations governing methane are a net positive.

Leon Kaye

September 2, 2019

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Changing the Game: The Sports and Entertainment Sector Embraces the SDGs

Context-Based Targets Bring a Scientific Approach to Water Management

As companies look to reduce their water impacts in support of the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals, calls are emerging for a new goal-setting approach that takes local context into account.

Mary Mazzoni

August 27, 2019

Energy

Why Companies Must Take Responsibility for the Amazon Fires

Until global companies rethink how they manage their supply chains in Brazil, we can expect more Amazon fires well into the future.

Nithin Coca

August 27, 2019

Energy

Rooftop Solar in Perspective: Walmart Takes Tesla to Task

Despite the media attention on Walmart and Tesla over the latter's solar power systems, global data suggest rooftop solar fires are extremely rare.

Tina Casey

August 27, 2019

Energy

Why Water Could Cancel Your Burger Order Before Climate Change Does

The beef industry is at a tipping point due to climate change in Texas, and increasing water stress is only exacerbating the problem.

Kate Robertson

August 26, 2019

Energy

At Uniqlo, Lasers and New Technology Remove Water Stress from Distressed Denim

Fast fashion retailer Uniqlo has deployed several tactics, including laser technology, to reduce the amount of water required to make its denim jeans.

Leon Kaye

August 23, 2019

Energy

Plastic Bottles for Public Transit: A Growing Trend

Plastic bottles are now valid fare to ride the subway in Rome, Italy, but you’ll need 30 bottles to get enough credit for one trip.

Nithin Coca

August 22, 2019

Energy

Stonyfield’s Sustainable Land Management Plan Focuses on Soil Health, Sequestering Carbon

How can sustainable land management succeed when there's also a growing global population to feed? We interviewed Stonyfield Organic co-founder Gary Hirshberg to learn more.

Roya Sabri

August 22, 2019

Energy

Hydrogen Plane Startup Offers Zero-Emissions Solution for Airport Woes

ZeroAvia emerged from “stealth” mode to launch the world’s first hydrogen plane with a fuel cell powertrain as its exclusive means of locomotion.

Tina Casey

August 20, 2019

Technology

UPS Testing and Investing in Self-Driving Trucks

UPS recently invested in the startup TuSimple, and is already testing the company's self-driving trucks along a 114-mile route in Arizona.

Tina Casey

August 20, 2019

Energy

Integrating Water Conservation into Business Strategy

Companies that integrate water conservation into their long-term business models can see both economic benefits and risk mitigation over time.

Todd Reeve

August 19, 2019

Energy

Another European Heat Wave: Carbon Credits

This summer's record-setting European heat wave has in part sparked one market in particular to fire up: the continent's carbon credit market.

Leon Kaye

August 19, 2019

Energy

Tokyo Olympics Striving to Connect Environment and Economy

The sustainability theme for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics is: “Be better, together—for the planet and the people.” Will lessons from 1964 be taken into account?

Kate Robertson

August 16, 2019

Energy

Why It’s Time for Brands to Breathe Life into Sustainability

Sustainability is now crucial for many consumers, and products like plant-based protein and compostable sneakers are popular - with demand outpacing supply.

Christophe Schilling

August 15, 2019

Energy

Bonterra Digs In, Reduces Carbon with Regenerative Farming

We recently interviewed Bonterra Organic Vineyard's regenerative development manager to find out more about the winery's shift to regenerative farming.

Laurel Sheppard

August 15, 2019

Energy

These Companies Are Now Responding to the IPCC Report Findings

The recent IPCC report says farming, forestry and other land use causes 23 percent of global emissions, and some companies are already confronting this challenge.

Maggie Kohn

August 13, 2019

Energy

How Organic Valley Achieved 100 Percent Renewable Energy

One example of an approach that can move the U.S. toward a clean energy future are 10 solar projects in the Midwest connected to the Organic Valley farming cooperative.

Sarah Hutcherson

August 13, 2019

Energy

The Future Is Now for Homes Without Natural Gas

Berkeley, California, is the first city in the U.S. to ban natural gas in new buildings, as more leaders realize this fuel poses its own climate risks.

Nithin Coca

August 12, 2019

Technology

Twilio.org Pledges Enormous Boost for NGOs' Crisis Response

Twilio is committing 50 percent of its social impact division's resources to NGOs working in crisis response, adding to millions in similar investments since 2017.

Abha Malpani Naismith

August 7, 2019

Energy

Rust-based Tech May Join Solar PV as a Source of Renewables

Move over, solar PV panels and wind turbines. New research indicates rust could emerge as a source of clean power at some point in the near future.

Maggie Kohn

August 6, 2019

Technology

The myTrestle Button Makes Conscious Consumerism Easier

This browser button makes conscious consumerism easier by allowing users to learn about a company’s ESG practices while shopping for products online.

Laura Wise

August 5, 2019

Energy

New Waste-to-Energy Technologies Can Benefit Business

Emerging waste-to-energy technologies, including this California startup's system, are making it more cost-effective to capture energy from waste.

Laurel Sheppard

August 5, 2019

Energy

To Mine or to Preserve: Aravali Hills in India Pose an Economic Conundrum

In India, mining and quarrying have transformed the Aravali Hills' landscape at the expense of ecosystem services crucial for nearby urban areas.

Roya Sabri

August 2, 2019

Energy

Renewable Energy Sizzles, Natural Gas Fizzles

A recent U.S. government report reveals that renewables have pulled even with coal to grab a similarly sized share of the nation's power generation market.<br />

Tina Casey

August 1, 2019

Technology

Allen Coral Atlas Maps Reefs to Scale Up Coral Conservation

The recently launched Allen Coral Atlas is already making strong progress on using data, science and technology to boost coral conservation worldwide.

Nithin Coca

July 30, 2019

Energy

Timber and Pulp Sectors Must Wake Up to Climate Change Risks

Forestry is in the climate change red zone when it comes to ecological and social practices, says a recent survey covering the timber and pulp sectors.

Roya Sabri

July 29, 2019

Energy

Four Automakers Proved States Can Move the Climate Action Needle

A new voluntary agreement between top automakers and the state of California is a powerful illustration of how the private sector can drive climate action in the U.S.

Tina Casey

July 26, 2019

Energy

U.S. Businesses Keep Pushing the Solar Power Envelope

A leading solar industry group tracked 7,000 megawatts of installed solar capacity among U.S. businesses in 2018, up from only 2,500 MW the year before.

Tina Casey

July 26, 2019

Energy

Here Comes the Sun: Oakland Turns to Solar to Meet Peak Energy Demand

Oakland will replace a power plant running on jet fuel with solar-plus-storage systems in low-income neighborhoods, starting in the West Oakland area.

Laurel Sheppard

July 25, 2019

Energy

Can Cargo Ships Use Hydrogen Power to Become Carbon Neutral?

A high-speed passenger ferry running on hydrogen power is coming to San Francisco—and it could serve as a prototype of future ships running on clean energy.

Roya Sabri

July 24, 2019

Energy

ENGIE’s Climate Action Toolkit Could Boost the Low-Carbon Economy

ENGIE's newest venture leverages its experience with renewables to grow its business by guiding companies and governments on a low-carbon journey.

Tina Casey

July 23, 2019

Energy

Kicking the Diesel Habit, With Glass Solar Cells

New clean energy research may pave the way for solar cells that double as windows—and displace diesel generators in the process.

Tina Casey

July 22, 2019

Energy

Businesses, Cities Find Ways to Curb Single-Use Water Bottles

Imagine chic water fountains that inspire you to stop buying single-use water bottles. They're now in London and could soon come to your city, too.

Maggie Kohn

July 22, 2019

Energy

Picturing Sustainable Space Travel, 50 Years After Apollo 11

50 years after Apollo 11, the U.S. space program focuses on deep space exploration and settlements on the moon and Mars—and sustainability is key to making those dreams a reality.

Ellen Delisio

July 19, 2019

Energy

This Simple Energy Efficiency Trick Could Save A Bundle on Energy Costs

High-tech energy efficiency gadgets may grab all the headlines, but researchers say saving energy can be as simple as painting "cool walls."

Tina Casey

July 18, 2019

Energy

3M Circles Back to Science for New Sustainability Building Product

3M’s stated mission is to use science to solve pressing global challenges, as shown in a recent rollout of smog-reducing roofing materials.

Laurel Sheppard

July 18, 2019

Energy

Report: Food and Retail Companies Moving Too Slow on Deforestation

Many of the world’s leading brands are not taking enough action on stalling deforestation, which has a massive impact on biodiversity and climate change, according to CDP.

Leon Kaye

July 17, 2019

Energy

Latest California Oil Spill Builds the Case for More Renewable Energy Investments

The latest California oil spill makes it loud and clear to energy companies that the time to shift more of their portfolios to renewables was yesterday.

Leon Kaye

July 16, 2019

Energy

Finding New Life for Single-Use Biopharma Plastic Waste

Ties that biopharmaceutical products supplier MilliporeSigma has with a waste management firm allows biopharma plastic waste to become building materials.

Maggie Kohn

July 15, 2019

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Changing the Game: The Sports and Entertainment Sector Embraces the SDGs

Clean Power in Sports: What Fuels Your Game?

Professional sports leagues are among the early adopters of renewable energy. Now, organizations like the National Hockey League are taking sustainability to the next level by encouraging millions of fans to take action at home.

Tina Casey

July 11, 2019

Energy

Solving the EV Charging Problem, with Mobile Solar Energy

Toyota and its partners are testing an electric vehicle with built-in solar panels, providing mobile solar energy and offering more range and freedom from fossil fuels.

Tina Casey

July 10, 2019

Energy

This Startup Is Building Homes with Recycled PET Bottles

How many recycled PET bottles does it take to build a house? This startup says 612,000 plastic bottles, a step in taking on the oceans plastic crisis.

Ellen Delisio

July 10, 2019

Energy

Cost of Rooftop Solar Power Set for Another Steep Plunge

Rooftop solar is a valuable tool for businesses seeking clean power, but the process can be intimidating. A new program, however, could help solar scale up.

Tina Casey

July 5, 2019