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nZero, the leading near real-time carbon management and accounting platform, has announced the closure of a $16 million Series A funding round. The influx of funding will enable the company to scale, amid a global call for better and more accurate tracking and reporting of energy, financial, and greenhouse gas
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Private-sector employers in Nigeria and across West Africa are being urged to advance disability inclusion in their workplaces and operations, following a virtual event attended by representatives from the UN, private sector, and civil society. Disability inclusion is not only a moral imperative but also a business imperative, with studies
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The partnership between Vodacom South Africa and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) South Africa has set the tone for a global collaboration prioritizing ocean conservation. The partnership, which began in 2010, aims to utilize digital innovation to support the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and protect
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As part of its efforts to support New York's goal of a net-zero statewide economy by 2050, Con Edison is investing in a range of clean energy technologies and projects, including transmission lines, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, heat pumps, energy efficiency, and battery storage. The company has made
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Whirlpool Corporation has released its 2022 Sustainability Report, showcasing the company's commitment to environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and corporate governance. The report highlights progress across its commitments to sustainable products and operations, support for employees, communities, and corporate governance. Key highlights include the activation of two virtual power
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Chipotle Mexican Grill is setting a new standard in sustainability with its all-electric restaurant design, utilizing 100% renewable energy from wind power and solar, and aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030. The company's new design, piloted in Gloucester, Virginia, and Jacksonville, Florida, features rooftop
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Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced a new electric restaurant design that aims to maximize energy efficiency and utilizes 100% renewable energy from wind power and solar through the purchase of certified renewable energy credits. This new design is part of the company's aggressive development goal of growing to
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Hawaiian Electric's 2022-23 Corporate Sustainability Report highlights the company's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and increasing the use of renewable energy in the state of Hawaii. The report outlines significant progress made in the transition to cleaner energy, including the addition of new renewable generation
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Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel producer in North America, has published its Sustainability Report 2022, detailing its continued progress on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. The report highlights the company's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, improve its sustainability ratings, and engage with local communities.
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As the global energy market continues to face uncertainty, Vattenfall's 2022 Annual and Sustainability Report highlights the company's commitment to supporting customers and driving the energy transition. Despite challenging economic conditions, Vattenfall has attracted 400,000 new customers, maintaining its focus on reducing carbon emissions and
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As the energy market faced a sharp increase in electricity prices throughout Europe in 2022, Vattenfall demonstrated its commitment to supporting its customers while continuing to invest in the energy transition. Despite the difficulties arising from the war in Ukraine, which led to a doubling of electricity and gas prices
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Tennessee Valley Authority, Ontario Power Generation, and Synthos Green Energy have partnered to develop the GE Hitachi BWRX-300 small modular reactor technology. This collaboration aims to create a standard design that can be licensed and deployed across multiple jurisdictions, including Canada, the U.S., Poland, and beyond. Key Takeaways: * The
