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    Energy

    5 Steps for Building Sustainability Into Product Design

    April 26, 2024
    80% of a product's environmental impact is determined during the design phase.
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    Energy

    The Success of US Chip Manufacturing Hinges on Our Electric Grid

    March 12, 2024
    Advanced semiconductor equipment requires 10 times more power. Our grid is not up to the task.
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    Energy Management

    Your ERP Can Be a Handy Tool to Track Carbon Footprint

    Dec. 26, 2023
    A look at how manufacturers can get started with tracking sustainability targets.
    Profiles in Leadership

    Lincoln Electric's Next CEO Charges Ahead

    Dec. 12, 2023
    Steve Hedlund talks about his shift from COO to CEO in the New Year and plans for the welding company's EV charging business.
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    Lessons From Rockwell Automation's ESG Summit

    Nov. 10, 2023
    Familiar refrains about environmental responsibility and the need to set sustainability goals clash with the reality of unexpected costs and consequences.

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