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EDC celebrates 40th anniversary of Tongonan geothermal field, Philippines

ThinkGeoEnergy

The Energy Development Corporation (EDC) recently celebrated the 40th year anniversary of the Tongonan geothermal power plant in the Leyte geothermal field of the Philippines. After several years of intensive exploration and development work, the Tongonan-1 geothermal power plant was inaugurated on July 02, 1983.

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Can California’s cap and trade address environmental justice?

GreenBiz

The system works by setting a limit on the total amount of greenhouse gases released by refineries, power plants and other large emitters, and requires polluters to obtain permits to cover their share. It also dramatically has increased the volume of gas flared off as waste — another source of harmful compounds.

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ESG vs Sustainability: What’s the Difference?

Green Business Bureau

The actually acronym ESG was first mentioned in the 2006 United Nation’s Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) report consisting of the Freshfield Report and “Who Cares Wins.” Let’s consider a few popular usages of “ESG”. ESG criteria became incorporated in the financial evaluations of companies. ESG Investing. ESG Framework.

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Recycling firm fined £20k following illegal export of household waste from Scotland

Envirotec Magazine

A leading UK and European recycling company was fined £20,000 at Airdrie Sheriff Court on 16 November after Scotland’s environmental regulator, SEPA, uncovered what it described as the largest single illegal export of household waste from Scotland. Sentencing was deferred until 16 November. Details of the case.

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Bearing and seal maker shares net-zero manufacturing journey

Envirotec Magazine

Reaching Net Zero operations by 2050 will require huge changes in industrial practices – such as how we use energy and source raw materials – but despite all the challenges, the target is achievable writes Rob Jenkinson. After all, manufacturers are typically energy-intensive businesses. This is a tough challenge.

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Firms selected to pitch at climate tech innovation event

Envirotec Magazine

Since 2006, Cleantech Venture Day has been providing a curated programme of cutting-edge technology, investment opportunities and thought leadership from across the global cleantech and climate tech ecosystem. The UK’s energy, water, transportation, circular economy and built environment sectors have a combined value of £1.3

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How to Select a Sustainability Certification for Your Business

Green Business Bureau

Green America uses the power of consumer choice and business practices to help build an economy that values people, planet, and peace over profit. Green Building Council (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED). Zero Energy Certification. For businesses in the financial sector (i.e. Living Product Challenge.