How to keep your passion burning with a career in ESG
GreenBiz
AUGUST 22, 2023
Burnout is real and even more intense when climate change is your job. Here are 5 ways to keep your head on straight while trying to solve the world's biggest problem.
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Project aims to reduce impact of ammonia emissions from livestock
Envirotec Magazine
AUGUST 22, 2023
The PigProGrAm project includes Membracon’s Downflow Gas Contactor (DGC), described as “a patented technology that excels in a wide variety of gas separation applications, such as industrial carbon capture.”. Testing has begun with a project that aims to reduce the environmental impact of ammonia emissions from livestock by using ammonia-harvesting technology, which was installed in July at a pig farm running initial trials.
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Should you electrify your heavy-duty truck? Ask these 5 questions
GreenBiz
AUGUST 22, 2023
Electrification isn’t the only way to decarbonize transportation and logistics, but the path your company chooses to take will depend on these factors.
University project resolves a sticky issue with adhesive recycling
Envirotec Magazine
AUGUST 22, 2023
Adhesive being dissolved from labels. Adhesive residue left on recyclable materials, such as glass and cardboard, can be a challenge to recycle. But a new approach that uses degradable polymers means it can be dissolved. It was developed at the University of Surrey. Sticky residue causes problems in the recycling industry, ranging from low-quality products, blocked water systems and damaged recycling machinery.
Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization
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.
11 training resources to bolster your climate and net-zero strategy
GreenBiz
AUGUST 22, 2023
Empower your organization to meet its climate goals by learning how to develop a strategy based on best practices and science.
Focus: Framing Your Brand Mission and Vision
Michael Grossman
AUGUST 22, 2023
Focus Is About The People You Serve Ask an climate tech engineer or scientist what the focus of their start up company is, and you’re likely to hear a statement beginning with the words, “we make…” That shouldn’t be surprising because scientists and engineers invent things. Ask a CFO what the focus of the company is, and you’re likely to hear the company’s vision and goals, and strategy for generating a specific amount of revenue or even the eventual sal
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ThinkGeoEnergy
AUGUST 22, 2023
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Solar Industry
AUGUST 22, 2023
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To finance Indigenous communities, capitalize Native-led investment funds and nonprofits
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Electrofuels Are the Future: The Driving Force to Decarbonizing Heavy Transport
Speaker: Ayesha Choudhury - Senior Vice President, Head of Capital Markets at Infinium
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Should the NRC Revise the Aircraft Rule for SMRs?
Energy Central
AUGUST 22, 2023
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Why efficient buildings are key to decarbonizing the power grid
Canary Media
AUGUST 22, 2023
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We’re #1 In Global Petroleum Production & Consumption
R-Squared Energy
AUGUST 22, 2023
In June, the Energy Institute released the 2023 Statistical Review of World Energy. As explained in previous articles, this was formerly the BP Statistical Review, but BP has handed this off to the Energy Institute going forward. The Review provides a comprehensive picture of supply and demand for major energy sources on a country-level basis. Each year, I do a series of articles covering the Review’s findings.
Solar Spotlight: Keeping wattage high and footprint low on PV modules
Solar Power World
AUGUST 22, 2023
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AR/VR Simulations for Sustainable, Regenerative, Circular Cities
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Swedish EV battery maker raises $1.2B to expand to North America
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Colorado VPP Incentive Program Open to SolarEdge Home Battery Owners
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AUGUST 22, 2023
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AUGUST 22, 2023
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Recent Deals – 22 August 2023
CleanTech Group
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TechXplore
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AUGUST 22, 2023
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ThinkGeoEnergy
AUGUST 22, 2023
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AUGUST 22, 2023
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Energy Central
AUGUST 22, 2023
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EU Batteries Regulation Comes into Force Officially; Sustainable Development of Power Battery Manufacture Demands Ongoing Attention
EnergyTrend
AUGUST 22, 2023
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Kennedy cousin invests in disability services
Impact Alpha
AUGUST 22, 2023
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Investigating Private Equity’s Sustainability Challenges
EDF + Business
AUGUST 22, 2023
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