Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Philanthropy

Direct Relief Announces Appointment of Three Directors to Board

Direct Relief today announced the appointment of three new members to the organization’s Board of Directors, each bringing extensive business and nonprofit expertise to support the organization’s growing humanitarian efforts.

Philanthropy

How Conflict Disrupts Communities and Drives Humanitarian Crises

It’s vital that we continue this lifesaving work in the most challenging and complex conflict zones around the world.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Driving Sustainable Change: Our Role in the PEF Initiative

In this latest blog written by Jeremy Lardeau, Senior VP, Higg Index at Cascale, the pivotal role of Cascale in supporting the development of the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) Category Rules (PEFCR) for apparel and footwear is explored.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Albertsons African American Leadership Council Commemorates Juneteenth

Albertsons African American Leadership Council (AAALC) ARG did this year by participating in different events in Dallas, TX, that commemorated the historical and cultural significance of the day and the resilience and contributions of the African American community.

Corporate Responsibility

GRI CEO to Step Down at Year End

GRI today announces that, after seven years of working in a range of roles with GRI, Eelco van der Enden has elected to step down at the end of his current three-year fixed term contract as CEO.

Philanthropy

PNC Bank Launches $120,000 Scholarship Program To Expand Access to Higher Education

PNC Bank today introduced an enhanced program that will award $10,000 scholarships to 12 deserving students attending or planning to attend college across the country.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Seeking Intentionality: Meet Hillary Jeffrey

I’m Hillary, a Senior Software Engineer here at GoDaddy. I work on the Platform Team for Recommendations as Data (RAD) and Switchboard. I joined GoDaddy almost two years ago. I made my career out of following interesting challenges, such as modernizing US Navy RADAR distribution.

Corporate Responsibility

Corporate Responsibility Governance

The Vice President, Public Affairs and Chief Sustainability Officer provides senior leadership on PotlatchDeltic’s corporate responsibility reporting and initiatives.

Corporate Responsibility

Bath & Body Works Introduces ‘Investing in You’

Today Bath & Body Works announces a new initiative called ‘Investing in you,’ a dynamic suite of programs and benefits designed to support associates throughout their personal and professional journeys.

Corporate Responsibility

T. Rowe Price Publishes 2023 Sustainability Report, Highlighting Active Progress on Corporate Sustainability Commitments

T. Rowe Price, a global investment management firm and a leader in retirement, recently published its 2023 Sustainability Report.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Clorox Puts Allyship in Action at Annual IDEAcon Event

For the second year, Clorox hosted its enterprisewide event to give Clorox teammates an opportunity to reflect on our purpose of championing people to be well and thrive every single day through the lens of inclusion, diversity, equity and allyship, or IDEA.

Corporate Responsibility

Meet Carita Hughes: Pioneer, Innovator, Advocate.

Carita Hughes is a strong believer in leading with heart in all her efforts. She helps drive innovation through patent law, stirs a spirit of belonging, makes an impact on today’s youth through the joy of music, and preserves a family legacy.

Socially Responsible Investing

Bloomberg Facilitates Access to CSRD Data for Financial Firms Ahead of Reporting Deadline

Bloomberg today announced the launch of a new data offering on the Bloomberg Terminal collating the data that companies have started to report in line with the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (“CSRD”).

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Sustainable Gastronomy Day 2024: Sands Advances Sustainable Dining Options

On June 18, the United Nations observes Sustainable Gastronomy Day 2024. The observance was established in 2016 to raise awareness of and educate on how to integrate sustainable practices into cuisine.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Together, We Can Create a Truly Circular Economy | Eastman

At Eastman, we’re revolutionizing recycling with our molecular recycling technologies. But it’s going to take all of us working together to find innovative ways to create a truly circular economy. Are you in?

Energy & Infrastructure

Southwire Powers Sustainable Maritime Solutions for PortMiami’s Shore Connection System

Supporting the company’s commitment to sustainability, Southwire is pleased to announce its provision of the medium-voltage cabling for the shore power connection system commissioned by PortMiami in Miami, Fla.

Philanthropy

Wells Fargo Awards $500,000 Grant to Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago, Inc. For Chicago Flats Initiative

Wells Fargo awards $500,000 grant to Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago, Inc.

Research & Reports

Navigating the ESG Reporting Landscape

In this episode of ESG Talk, host Mandi McReynolds reflects on her conversation with AT&T's Chief Sustainability Officer, Charlene Lake. They discuss the importance of achieving audit-ready ESG data and the crucial role technology plays in tracking and reporting emissions data.

Philanthropy

Duke Energy Supports First Responders With $500,000 in Grants for Emergency Preparedness in South Carolina

As hurricane season begins, emergency managers and first responders turn their eyes to the tropics as they continue to prepare their communities for the possibility of impacts from severe weather.

AI & Technology

100% Ethanol Engine Is Case IH's Highlight at This Year's Agrishow

Case IH, a brand of CNH, has worked in partnership with FPT Industrial to develop an ethanol-powered engine.

Environment

Mike Foster: Fostering Relationships & Empowering Teams at Covia’s Cleburne Plant

At Covia, we have highlighted several team members whose dedication and leadership have shaped the success of the company and the environment or their community.

Volunteering & Community

Northern Trust Team Breaking a Sweat, Raising Awareness

Northern Trust Hedge Fund Services team recently joined forces with MAARC and ExodusPoint Capital Management, LP for a global exercise event dedicated to raising awareness and support for active and veteran armed forces and first responders.

Philanthropy

Aflac Brings the Magic of Fútbol to Nicklaus Children’s Hospital

Aflac once again partnered once again with beloved TV personality and cancer survivor, Adamari López, to bring the excitement and joy of soccer to pediatric patients at Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

Events

Peruvian Trade Set for Boost As DP World Completes $400M Callao Port Expansion

DP World has completed a major $400 million expansion project at the Port of Callao in Peru, boosting container handling capacity at the South Terminal by 80% and solidifying Callao’s position as the key gateway for global trade on the west coast of South America.

Corporate Responsibility

Enbridge Board on Balancing Climate Goals and Shareholder Value

Setting goals in areas core to our business and important to our stakeholders is just one of the ways we are further integrating sustainability and ESG into strategy, operations and decision-making.

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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...

Wells Fargo Social Impact and Sustainability

Wells Fargo & Company is a leading financial services company that has approximately $1.9 trillion in assets and proudly serves one in three U.S...

Small Business Growth

We strengthen communities and help create local jobs by investing in underserved small business owners. We fund nonprofits that are focused on...

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...

License to Operate

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

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...

The Ray

News and information about The Ray, Georgia's restorative, sustainable highway of the future.

Sustainable Operations

ops-related sustainability content (e.g., new electric equipment, decarb efforts, etc.)

Collective Action

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