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Education & Workforce Development

Public Voting Now Open for the 3M Young Scientist Challenge Improving Lives Award

3M and Discovery Education today announced public voting is now open for the Improving Lives Award, a special recognition awarded as a part of the annual 2022 3M Young Scientist Challenge.

Education & Workforce Development

The Conexiones Program Helps Latino Students Navigate the Digital World

A program focused on digital literacy and safety for students in Hispanic communities has expanded across the country as it enters its third year.

Corporate Responsibility

Fair Trade USA™ Surpasses $1 Billion in Impact to Communities Worldwide

This Fair Trade Month, Fair Trade USA™ celebrates the momentous milestone of exceeding $1B in financial impact to farmers, workers, fishers, and communities around the globe.

Research & Reports

Preserving the Universality of the Olympic Games

The International Olympic Committee has released the Olympic Solidarity and NOC Services Annual Report 2021, highlighting how much solidarity is at the heart of the Olympic Movement and the actions of the 206 National Olympic Committees.

Energy & Infrastructure

Combine Mobile Fueling and Telematics To Curb Fuel Fraud

Fuel card fraud is a constant pain point for fleet managers, and many lack the administrative resources to effectively track and curb the issue. Combining mobile fueling and telematics data can help.

Environment

Putting the Spotlight on Sustainable Packaging Innovation

For over thirty years the Packaging Innovation Awards have brought together the best of the best in packaging innovation from across the globe.

Environment

Edison International 2021 Sustainability Report: Strategic Focus Areas

Edison International is a national leader in clean energy, with SCE focused on delivering 100% carbon-free power to customers by 2045.

Philanthropy

KeyBank Supports Teammates and Clients Impacted by Hurricane Ian

Hurricane Ian has devastated parts of the western coast of Florida and created dangerous flooding conditions throughout the Southeastern United States.

Corporate Responsibility

NRG Energy 2021 Sustainability Report: Safety and Well-Being

One of our 2021 company goals was to redefine NRG's workplace of the future by transforming how and where we work. We established a cross-functional group to determine the ongoing COVID-19 response and office protocols for the new working normal.

Corporate Responsibility

A Maturing Approach to Embedding Sustainability in Business

Companies are maturing when it comes to embedding sustainability into their operations, new research conducted by SAP Insights reveals.

Inclusion & Opportunity

'Coaching Her Future' Delivers Important Leadership Lessons

When female athletes leave sports behind, familiar stories of why they quit are all too often left in their wake. Kim Myers, a DICK’S Community Marketing Manager, set out to bring the stark awareness to others.

Research & Reports

ACI Sustainability Report Showcases Cleaning Sector's Drive to Reduce Emissions and Packaging, Increase Transparency

A new sustainability report from the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) highlights the essential role the U.S. cleaning products industry has played in combating the pandemic, and underscores industry efforts to increase transparency

Philanthropy

Regions Helps the Helpers During Heightened Need

Regions Bank and its teams are doing their part to help during Hunger Action Month. Feeding America established Hunger Action Month in 2008 as a nationwide initiative encouraging people to become proactively involved with the hunger crisis.

Energy & Infrastructure

Roadmap To Achieving Emissions Reduction Targets for Commercial Vehicles

Karl Sievertsen, vice president of engineering and chief technology officer for Eaton's Vehicle Group, discusses how to prepare for upcoming changes and what technology will help maximize fuel efficiency and increase operational effectiveness.

AI & Technology

Beamlink: How a Cellular Mesh Networking Solution Connects People During Natural Disasters

Meet Beamlink, a startup based out of the U.S. that won a $75,000 USD Regional First Runner-Up Prize for the Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge 2022 in the Americas region.

Energy & Infrastructure

Chemours Joins the Appalachian Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub Led by the State of West Virginia

As the U.S. continues to transition toward cleaner energy sources, clean hydrogen energy can be a real game-changer. And Chemours’ chemistry has a vital role to play.

Philanthropy

Duke Energy Aid for Customers, Communities Rises to More Than $9 Million in Florida

"Assisting our customers and communities during these challenging times remains a top priority for Duke Energy."

Environment

Cummins Demonstrates Leadership on Climate Action at Major Transportation Show

Cummins Inc. showcased both its zero-emission technologies as well as the company’s new fuel-agnostic X Series internal combustion engines capable of optimization with no- and low-carbon fuels, at the world’s largest mobility show

Inclusion & Opportunity

Passing Down Traditions: Meet Robert Plata

I have been with GoDaddy for 12 years and am currently a Business Account Manager. I have had many roles here! I started in the Inbound Care department, then transitioned to a supervisor.

Socially Responsible Investing

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, Partners With CNote To Invest $20 Million in Under-Resourced Communities

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, announced a $20 million commitment to CNote. The investment will improve economic access and opportunity in communities across the U.S. by providing capital to support BIPOC-owned and women-led small businesses.

Environment

Closed Loop Partners Releases Key Insights from First-of-a-Kind Multi-Retailer Reusable Bag Pilots, with CVS Health, Target & Walmart

The report, Beyond the Plastic Bag, shares key insights and analysis gathered from reusable bag pilots conducted in select CVS Health, Target and Walmart stores throughout Northern California in 2021.

Health & Healthcare

Survey Asks Americans, ‘What Seems Risky to You?’

Most Americans, especially those with more income and education, are more concerned about mental health than challenges over the economy, the political environment or COVID-19.

Philanthropy

Principal® Charity Classic Sets Charitable Giving Record in 2022

The Principal Charity Classic today announced its 2022 tournament raised more than $8.2 million in support of Iowa children’s charities, surpassing the event’s previous record of $7.3 million set in 2021.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Free Webinar: Leadership and a Reimagined Approach to Corporate Equity

Join us on Nov 29 for a conversation with leaders from Novartis and Fortune on strategy, innovation, impact, and leadership, with learnings and advice relevant for all business leaders looking to advance equity.

AI & Technology

Thermo King® by Trane Technologies Accelerates Cold Chain Decarbonization Following Electric Trailer Trials With Walmart, Loblaws and Martin Brower

Thermo King® has completed initial testing of its innovative evolve™ electric trailer with retailers Walmart and Loblaws, and Martin Brower, a leading supply chain solutions provider for restaurants around the world.

Latest Campaigns

Growth Through Sustainability

Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...

Accelerating access to healthcare technology

We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...

KeyBank: Responsible Banking

Everyone’s financial journey is different. We make intentional efforts to meet the individual needs of clients and communities through a diverse range...

Sustainability by Antea Group

At Antea Group, we believe the best sustainability programs integrate sustainability into core business practices, we identify and act on relevant...

Greener Products and Solutions

We actively integrate sustainability into the product development process and look at all phases of the product life cycle for opportunities to...

FedEx | Awards & Recognition

We are consistently ranked among the world’s most admired brands and employers. Read more about honors and recognition for FedEx’s ongoing effort to...

Special Economic Zones

Driving awareness of Special Economic Zones.

Integrated Tools

Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...

Kingfisher Around the World

The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...

PSEG Environmental Stewardship

PSEG’s environmental stewardship is evident in programs and strategies that reflect our commitment to clean air, clean water and waste management...