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    2030 is approaching: Survey reveals that innovative financing could fast track decarbonization plans

    Organizations are taking a hard look at their emission reduction goals, as milestone years are fast approaching, and climate action is under a growing pressure valve.

    Nov. 6, 2023
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    Bain-backed data infrastructure tool ESG Flo bags $5.25M

    The AI-powered platform maker, the first venture from Bain’s Founder’s Studio, said it will use the funding to provide solutions for Europe’s sustainability reporting law and an upcoming SEC climate disclosure rule.

    By • Nov. 2, 2023
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    The state of the clean energy transition in 2024

    This year saw a large volume of initiatives and investments from corporations focused on the clean energy transition — alongside a handful of reversions on carbon reduction goals.

    By ESG Dive staff
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    Bloomberg launches AI tool to help businesses navigate climate risks

    The tool, launched in partnership with Riskthinking.AI, will give businesses predictive exposure data under all of the IPCC’s climate scenarios.

    By • Oct. 31, 2023
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    7 ESG trends influencing corporate strategy

    Developments in the ESG landscape directing investor decisions include the consolidation of reporting frameworks, the rise of AI and data metrics, social responsibility and impending regulation from the SEC.

    By , • Oct. 23, 2023
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    Microsoft leans on PPAs, energy efficiency, water recycling in environmental efforts

    “Ensuring our buildings are energy efficient is a key first step in reducing emissions,” the tech giant said in its 2022 Environmental Report.

    By Joe Burns • Oct. 23, 2023
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    Embracing complexity in energy data for solutions and savings

    Increase data resolution, break current paradigms and avoid IT pitfalls for a more effective approach to decarbonization. 

    By Rich Argentieri, NextEra Analytics President • Oct. 23, 2023
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    Electric grids could be the ‘weak link’ of clean energy transition, IEA warns

    A large-scale transmission buildout and development of more flexible grids are keys to keeping the Paris climate accord goals in reach, according to the International Energy Agency.

    By Robert Walton • Oct. 18, 2023
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    How Google is decarbonizing its facilities

    Smart temperature and lighting controls, purchase power agreements and building electrification are all being used by the tech giant to reduce scope 2 emissions.

    By Joe Burns • Oct. 16, 2023
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    Ikea expands on sustainability initiative with 2 clean energy projects

    The home furnishings retailer plans to install solar panels and battery energy storage systems, along with renewable heating and cooling projects, in multiple locations across the United States.

    By • Sept. 18, 2023