Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Research, Reports & Publications

Seagen Publishes Inaugural Corporate Responsibility Report

Dec 7, 2021 9:00 AM ET

As a demonstration of its long-term environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments, Seagen Inc. (Nasdaq:SGEN) today announced the release of its inaugural Corporate Responsibility Report.

Research, Reports & Publications

Return on Sustainability, Spotlight 1: Risk Mitigation and Resilience

Dec 7, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

CRB Horizons Report - Life Sciences 2021

Dec 7, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Our Horizons: Life Sciences report, built on the inputs of more than 500 industry leaders, explores the evolving science & business of drug manufacturing & the operational shifts our industry must make, especially as COVID-19 has changed our world.

Diversity & Inclusion

VMware's Inclusive Terminology Journey

Dec 7, 2021 8:50 AM ET

VMware has undertaken the multifaceted task of correcting non-inclusive terminology used in our products and company collateral. Ralph Waldo Emerson once wrote, “Life is a journey, not a destination.”

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Griffith Foods Southeast Asia Recognized as one of HR Asia Best Companies To Work For In Asia 2021

Dec 7, 2021 8:20 AM ET

Griffith Foods Southeast Asia is recognized as one of HR Asia Best Companies To Work For In Asia 2021! This is a prestigious award organized by the leading professional magazine, HR Asia, acknowledging strong performance in several categories.

Innovation & Technology

Cisco to Award $1M USD to #TechForGood Startups and Entrepreneurs Addressing Social Issues and Climate Change

Dec 7, 2021 8:15 AM ET

One of Cisco’s signature Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs, the Challenge will award $1 million in cash prizes to early-stage tech entrepreneurs who are addressing some of our toughest social and environmental problems.

Innovation & Technology

Kirk Taylor Is the Featured Guest on AgriNovus Indiana's Ag+Bio+Science Podcast

Dec 7, 2021 8:10 AM ET

Land Betterment Corporation (“Land Betterment” or the “Company”), an environmental solutions company fostering positive impact through upcycling former coal mining and industrial sites to create sustainable community development and job creation

Events, Media & Communications

Executive Roundtable: STEM Workforce Development Through an Equity Lens

Dec 7, 2021 8:05 AM ET

As we grapple with COVID’s impact across industry, an area seemingly immune to the pandemic’s fallout are the job opportunities available for qualified STEM professionals.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Kohler Canada Offers Donation and Matching Program to Helping Women's Shelters

Dec 6, 2021 5:05 PM ET

Kohler Canada will provide an initial $10,000 of items and match donations up to an additional $10,000 in Amazon Wish List items to provide over $30,000 in donations in total.

Sustainable Development Goals

American Airlines Makes Additional Commitment to Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Dec 6, 2021 3:40 PM ET

American Airlines announced that it has finalized a new sustainable aviation fuel offtake agreement with Aemetis, bringing the airline’s total SAF commitment to more than 120 million gallons.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Workiva Named GirlsClub Top 25 Company Where Women Want to Work

Dec 6, 2021 3:15 PM ET

We are honored to have been selected by GirlsClub as a 2021 Top 25 Company Where Women Want to Work!

Innovation & Technology

Black & Veatch's Nutrient Removal Project Stands Up to Record California Wet-Weather Event

Dec 6, 2021 3:00 PM ET

When the combination of two weather phenomena – a bomb cyclone and atmospheric river – inundated Northern California with record-breaking rainfall in October, Sacramento’s recently completed biological nutrient removal (BNR) facility did more than just weather the storm: it flexed its muscle in keeping the Sacramento River, and subsequently the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, clean.

Innovation & Technology

How to Tell Scammers to Take a Hike This Holiday Season

Dec 6, 2021 2:40 PM ET

This holiday season, give yourself the gift of peace of mind: The free Scam Shield app, which is part of the comprehensive set of protections offered to T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile customers against the pervasive problem of scams and robocalls.

Research, Reports & Publications

Acre's Sustainable Finance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Survey 2021: Launch Press Release

Dec 6, 2021 2:35 PM ET

Acre today announced the launch of its first Equity, Diversity & Inclusion survey focussed specifically on the Sustainable Finance market.

Green Infrastructure

Enhancing Cyclist Safety With Durable Green Bike Lanes

Dec 6, 2021 2:30 PM ET

Green means go for Philadelphia cyclists

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Paying It Forward by Giving Back

Dec 6, 2021 2:20 PM ET

Giving Tuesday encourages people to support nonprofits through volunteerism, donations and advocacy. This is the third year Regions Bank has celebrated Giving Tuesday with contributions to our community partners in several states.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Ceres Issues Recommendations to Federal Financial Regulators That Would Help Combat Climate Risk Facing Banks in the U.S.

Dec 6, 2021 2:15 PM ET

Ceres issued more than a dozen recommendations for actions federal financial regulatory agencies should take to address the financial risk that climate change places on our nation’s banking system.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Engineering Impact: Product Quality and Safety

Dec 6, 2021 2:15 PM ET

We engineer the extraordinary to give future generations better, healthier lives. Learn more about product quality and safety in our FY21 Integrated Performance Report.

Diversity & Inclusion

LogiTalk | Carson Tueller on Diversity & Intersectionality of Disability

Dec 6, 2021 1:10 PM ET

LogiTalk welcomes Carson Tueller, a speaker, coach, and accessibility advocate, whose experiences as a disabled person and a member of the LGBTQ community have driven his activism in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Energy

SCE Quadruples Rebate Offer for Pre-Owned EVs

Dec 6, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Southern California Edison announced that it is offering a $4,000 rebate to income-qualified customers who buy or lease pre-owned electric vehicles.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Ørsted Receives HRH the Prince of Wales' Terra Carta Seal in Recognition of the Company's Commitment to Creating a Sustainable Future

Dec 6, 2021 12:50 PM ET

Ørsted has been awarded the Terra Carta Seal. The inaugural 2021 Terra Carta Seal recognises global companies which are driving innovation and demonstrating their commitment to, and momentum towards, the creation of genuinely sustainable markets.

Education

The STEM Careers Coalition Marks Second Anniversary With Expanded Career Readiness Resources and New Industry Partners Joining National Effort to Improve Student Outcomes

Dec 6, 2021 11:30 AM ET

The STEM Careers Coalition™ – the first-of-its-kind national STEM initiative powered by corporate and non-profit leaders and anchored in schools by Discovery Education – marks its second anniversary by welcoming new members and offering educators, students, and families nationwide an expanded collection of no-cost digital resources.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Rockwell Automation Named Again to the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices and Wisconsin Green Masters Program

Dec 6, 2021 11:15 AM ET

Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) has been listed for the 11th time on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI).

Diversity & Inclusion

Angel Investor and Ureeka Co-Founder Melissa Bradley Shares Advice for Underrepresented Entrepreneurs

Dec 6, 2021 11:15 AM ET

Melissa Bradley is founder and general partner of 1863 Ventures and co-founder of Ureeka, an online platform for entrepreneurs that is providing Comcast RISE recipients – small businesses owned by people of color.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Securing the Supply Chain and Critical Infrastructure

Dec 6, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Gail Ow, senior industrial solutions manager at Keysight Technologies, explores how to secure the technology supply chain and why manufacturers, infrastructure, and consumers all have an active role in making our world safer.