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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

First Participant of Manhattan Chamber of Commerce’s Retail Storefront Accelerator Program Signs Lease in New York City

The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce has announced that the first participant of its Retail Storefront Accelerator program has signed a new lease agreement at Manhattan’s Oculus World Trade Center.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Georgia-Pacific Announces $800 Million Capital Investment in Alabama River Cellulose Mill

Georgia-Pacific today announced a new capital project for the company’s Alabama River Cellulose mill in Perdue Hill, Alabama. The $800 million investment will modernize, expand and streamline the facility’s production capabilities.

Responsible Production & Consumption

ESG Voices: Food Resilience — Reimagining Global Food Systems

In this episode, we explore the pressing challenges and transformative opportunities intertwined with global food resilience, highlighted in a recent report launched by KPMG International, titled "Reimagining Global Food System Resilience".

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

UNIDO and Lenovo Collaborate To Accelerate Circular Economy Innovation

Through an exchange of letters, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and Lenovo formalized a strategic collaboration to accelerate global initiatives that support the circular economy

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Dow Named Best Workplace in Manufacturing & Production by Great Place to Work® and Fortune Magazine

Dow (NYSE: DOW) has been named #1 on the 2025 Best Workplaces in Manufacturing & Production™ list by Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine. This is the Company’s second consecutive year achieving the #1 ranking and fifth consecutive year on this prestigious list.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Eastman Named as a 100 Best Corporate Citizen for 2025

Eastman has been recognized by 3BL, a leading sustainability communications partner, as one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2025. This prestigious ranking acknowledges Eastman’s exceptional commitment to sustainability transparency and performance.

Events, Media & Communications

Boston Tire Emissions Research Conference Marks a Collective Step Forward

The 2025 Tire Emissions Research Conference, which took place earlier this month in Boston, brought together the international research community focused on tire emissions research.

Energy

Watch Now: Key Tips for Understanding Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

With Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) playing a central role in enabling more resilient, efficient, and flexible power infrastructure, our Cummins expert, Hassan Obeid, explores the practical realities of deploying BESS—from usage definition to system integration and safety

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Advocacy in Action: Bridging Corporate Purpose and Public Policy

At Mary Kay, leadership is about creating lasting, positive impact. For more than 60 years, Mary Kay has championed women’s empowerment, nurtured purpose-driven leadership, and supported institutions that shape the future of civic life.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Gen Participates in World Clean Up Day

Clean phone. Cleaner planet. All September, for every new annual subscription to CCleaner Mobile, Gen will donate $1 to World Cleanup Day — an NGO mobilizing millions to fight mismanaged waste. 

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Entergy Donates $3M To Help Customers “Beat the Heat” and Save Money This Summer

In response to this summer’s high temperatures, Entergy shareholders, customers and employees donated $3 million to help customers who are struggling to pay their energy bills.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Agritechnica 2025: Experience Top Technology From Steyr Traktoren With Game-Changing Advances and a Bold New Development

At Agritechnica 2025, CNH brand, STEYR Traktoren, is underlining its customer promise to be ‘Your Partner To Rely On’, and its commitment to products born in Austria, displaying tractors across its product range – including a significant new introduction.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Sustainable Furnishing Council’s Next Chapter Continues With Cascale

In this guest blog, Sustainable Furnishing Council’s Scarlette Tapp outlines a transformative announcement for the global home furnishings industry: Cascale is acquiring SFC’s key assets.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

ESG Voices: Incentivizing Long-Term Value Creation

In this episode, we will hear from leaders at KPMG who will share insights about a recent report launched by KPMG International discussing incentivizing long-term value creation by linking sustainability metrics to board members’ pay.

Events, Media & Communications

From Australia to the World: The Scientist Leading a Movement for Healthy Indoor Air

As co-owner of the Good News Network, I have long believed in shining a light on solutions that improve lives and strengthen communities. That same conviction led me to serve as a commissioner on the Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Bleve Willoughby: Leading With People and Purpose at Elco and Tamms

At Covia’s Elco and Tamms plants, people make the difference. Learn how Plant Manager Bleve Willoughby leads with purpose, safety, and pride.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Cascale Joins Call for Strengthened Corporate Sustainability and Due Diligence in EU Omnibus Package

Cascale has co-signed a new joint statement urging the European Union to ensure that the Omnibus I Package advances responsible business conduct in global supply chains.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

From Compassion to Connection — Inside T-Mobile’s Disaster Response

T-Mobile employees across network engineering, public safety, community support and field ops prepare year-round for the moments that matter most.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Center for Disaster Philanthropy Announces $6.8M in New Grants from Truist Foundation-Supported Fund for Ongoing Helene Recovery Efforts in Western North Carolina

The Center for Disaster Philanthropy announced $6.8 million in funding for community-led recovery efforts as part of the second round of grants from its Truist Foundation Western North Carolina Recovery and Resiliency Fund to support recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene.

Environment

EHS Guide: Building a Modern Environmental Health and Safety Program

Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs are vital for safeguarding employees, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining uninterrupted business operations.

Health & Healthcare

Guiding Stars: The Fresh Start Effect of Fall

Whether you have children starting a new school year or not, September brings “reset” vibes. We finally take on that stack of papers that was pushed aside to relish summer days. And we return to a regular pattern of grocery shopping and cooking as summer travel wanes.

Innovation & Technology

How Cisco Is Empowering Brazil’s Next Generation of Cybersecurity Talent

Technology has the power to transform lives, bridge opportunity gaps, and strengthen communities. At Cisco, our Purpose is to Power an Inclusive Future for All, building a more inclusive digital future where education and opportunity go hand in hand.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

2025 Sands for Singapore Charity Festival Raises More Than $4 Million for Local Charities

Marina Bay Sands held the 2025 Sands for Singapore Charity Festival Sept. 5-7 and raised more than $4 million for local charities and nonprofit organizations, bringing the total amount generated by the festival to over $35 million since its inception in 2013.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Serving Up Good: Nacho Average Career Path

Since its founding in 1997, Yum! has been Serving Up Good with its brands by investing in initiatives that enable team members, employees and communities to thrive.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Every Day Is Safety Day: DP World Marks Global Safety Day in the Americas

Safety isn’t just a responsibility – it’s a promise. At DP World, this year’s Global Safety Day served as a powerful reminder of that truth.

Latest Campaigns

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    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
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