Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Research, Reports & Publications

OMV Publishes Sustainability Report 2019

On April 3, 2020 OMV, the international, integrated oil and gas company based in Vienna, published its 15th sustainability report – for the first time also in digital form, available here.

Media & Communications

#ThanksforDelivering

Logistics heroes globally are delivering critical personal protective equipment and life-saving medicines during this pandemic. Share your support for dedicated UPSers by visiting ups.com/thanks.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Mini Stories: How eBay Sellers are Supporting Their Communities Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic

Within the past month, we have seen the widespread impact of COVID-19 on families, but we also have heard stories from our eBay community lending a helping hand where they can during these extraordinary and challenging times.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Aflac CEO Dan Amos and Wife, Kathelen, Discuss $1 Million Donation to Piedmont Columbus Regional Hospital

Aflac CEO Dan Amos joined Fox and Friends to discuss why he and his wife, Kathelen, recently donated $1 million to help Piedmont Columbus Regional Hospital in Aflac’s hometown of Columbus, Georgia, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Area Food Firms Team up to Provide Groceries Amid Increasing Unemployment

The Catering Outfit and Sysco Foods have partnered to give laid-off restaurant workers groceries during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Innovation & Technology

Open Source Software Tool Helps Governments Monitor COVID-19

To combat COVID-19’s impact on communities now, and prevent and prepare for similar outbreaks in the future, America’s Charities has partnered with Feeding America and PATH.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Goodyear Auto Service, Just Tires to Remain Open Nationwide to Meet Critical Tire and Auto Care Needs

In response to the rapid spread of COVID-19, Goodyear announced changes it is making to meet current customer demand and to help protect the health and wellbeing of its Goodyear Auto Service and Just Tires store teams and guests.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Dine Out (or in) to Give Back – Dining Out for Life® Hosted by Subaru Is Now More Meaningful Than Ever

With the Covid-19 pandemic forcing dramatic changes to our lives and bringing devastating challenges to our restaurants and non-profits typically held on the last Thursday in April in cities across North America, will now be delayed in most cities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Stacy’s Pita Chips is Funding Microbusinesses through Whole Planet Foundation

Stacy’s Pita Chips is a repeat annual donor to Whole Planet Foundation in order to make a difference for the world’s poorest people who are ready to lift up themselves and their families through microcredit and the chance to start or expand a business.

Environment

Leadership in A More Complex World

In times of a global crisis, we know that leadership matters.

Health & Healthcare

Gildan Activewear to Start Producing Personal Protective Equipment to Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19

Gildan Activewear Inc. today announced that it has joined forces with various business partners to leverage its manufacturing facilities to produce PPE support of the global fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Fifth Third Commits $75,000 to Address Effects of COVID-19 in Columbus

The funds will be deployed to meet the immediate needs of the Community Shelter Board, YMCA of Central Ohio, and YWCA Columbus.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Fifth Third Commits $10,000 to Address Effects of COVID-19 in West Virginia

The Fifth Third Foundation announced a $10,000 philanthropic commitment to help address the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in West Virginia. The funds will be deployed to meet the immediate needs of the American Red Cross West Virginia Region.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Schneider Electric Reinforces its Sustainability Commitments as it Responds to the Covid-19 Crisis

Schneider Electric is recognized around the globe as an essential business providing service continuity to critical infrastructure such as hospitals, data centers, IT networks, the temperature-controlled food supply chain.

Innovation & Technology

"I Have Never Seen a Moment So Rich in Collaboration, Ingenuity and Acts of Bravery": Johnson & Johnson Announces It Has Identified a Lead Covid-19 Vaccine Candidate

The Covid-19 pandemic is one of the greatest challenges to our society in living memory.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Investment Support for Communities Hit by COVID-19 Pandemic

​Investors are being encouraged to support communities in the developing world who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Health & Healthcare

IOC President to Doctors, Nurses, Health Workers and Volunteers: “You Are Our True Champions”

In a video message, IOC President Thomas Bach expressed his thanks to all the doctors, nurses, healthcare workers and volunteers who every day help and support those who are in need of medical treatment and assistance.

Media & Communications

Youth in Power: Marketing to Gen Z Audiences During the Coronavirus Crisis

With the coronavirus crisis unfolding around the world, Millennials and Gen Z are scrolling through their feeds looking for brands who are making a social impact, not serving them ads for sandals or sunglasses.

Health & Healthcare

Gratitude and 5 Other Steps to Happiness

Discovery Education guest blogger, Laura from Inner Explorer, talks about the importance of practicing happiness skills, particularly during the challenges of the global pandemic.

Sustainable Development Goals

Five Ways to Engage the Private Sector in the SDGs

With the clock ticking on the deadline to complete the SDGs, governments need to do more to harness participation from both the public and private sectors

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Gender Equality and Climate Change: The Synergies

Climate change is a story that encompasses everyone. More diverse groups in business bring more to the table, & considering that climate change is the one of the most important problem humans must solve, diversity has a positive contribution to make.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Timberland Invites Consumers to Support COVID-19 Relief Efforts

Global outdoor lifestyle brand Timberland is calling upon consumers worldwide to join Timberland and its parent company, VF Corporation, to support the GlobalGiving Coronavirus Relief Fund.

Health & Healthcare

UPS Longitudes | The Frontlines of Coronavirus

The COVID-19 pandemic has swept the globe and turned the world of logistics upside down. Countries known for being exporters have shut down their factories. Countries known for consumption have closed their shop doors.

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IWBI | Environment, Social, Governance

IWBI | Environment, Social, Governance

Halo Awards

The Halo Awards are the social impact sector’s longest-running recognition of excellence in corporate–nonprofit partnerships. For more than two...

GoDaddy Global Stakeholder Impact News & Reports

GoDaddy is committed to embedding sustainable practices across our business. Our approach focuses on creating long-term value for our customers...

License to Operate

Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...

IWBI | WELL Building Standard

Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...

AEG's Commitment to Sustainable Operations

AEG's sustainability initiatives are designed to reduce our consumption of the planet’s limited resources. Through our comprehensive sustainability...

Collective Action

Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...

Collaboration and Partnership

Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...

KeyBank Fraud Protection Center

Advanced security, fraud, and data protection, Keeping your accounts and information secure is a priority for us, and we know it’s a priority for you...

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...