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Environment

Scotiabank's Net Zero Research Fund Now Accepting Applications in Celebration of World Environment Day

From now until July 2nd Scotiabank's Net Zero Research Fund is accepting applications from think tanks and academic institutions that are supporting key sectors in their efforts to decarbonize the economy.

Research & Reports

A Sustainable Year: CNH Industrial Presents Its 2020 Highlights With a Dedicated Interactive Site

CNH Industrial has published the companion guide to its 2020 Sustainability Report. For the first time, this edition of A Sustainable Year is proposed as an interactive online magazine.

Environment

Vistra's Integrated Model Makes Solar More Accessible with TXU Energy Free Nights and Solar Days

Ahead of a summer predicted to be hotter and drier than normal in Texas, Vistra is offering its Texas residential customers the opportunity to save money and reduce demand on the grid with TXU Energy Free Nights & Solar DaysSM.

Events

Al Monaco, President and Chief Executive Officer of Enbridge, Presents at Scotiabank ESG Conference

Al Monaco, President and Chief Executive Officer of Enbridge, presented at the Scotiabank ESG Conference on Thursday May 27, 2021.

Volunteering & Community

How Many COVID-19 Vaccines Has the UK Actually Donated to Poorer Countries?

Boris Johnson promised to share the UK’s surplus vaccines. Did he keep his word?

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

MilliporeSigma Science Will Tell Podcast Series: Design for Sustainability

Listen to the second episode of MilliporeSigma's Science Will Tell podcast to learn more about Design for Sustainability, the company's unique approach to evaluating product life cycles.

Environment

La Red de Innovación e Impacto - Meet FUNDES Latinoamérica

Through the La Red de Innovación e Impacto program, WEC and our partners support small and mid-size enterprises (SMEs) that are accelerating business development and promoting sustainable economic growth in Latin America.

Environment

La Red de Innovación e Impacto - Conoce a FUNDES Latinoamérica

A través de la Iniciativa La Red de Innovación e Impacto programa, WEC y nuestros socios apoyamos a las pequeñas y medianas empresas que están acelerando el desarrollo empresarial y promoviendo el crecimiento económico sostenible en América Latina.

Corporate Responsibility

Introducing Cocoa For Good: Our Sustainable Cocoa Strategy

At Hershey, we envision a world where cocoa farmers and their families are able to live healthy, prosperous lives; where cocoa communities and ecosystems thrive for generations to come.

Environment

We Rise Q&A: Natasha Hodas on Reducing Carbon Emissions and Combating Climate Change

Intel sat down with Natasha Hodas, a Carbon Footprint Program Manager, to discuss snowstorms, greenhouse gases and how to prioritize climate change as companies grow.

Environment

Keysight's 2020 Environmental Progress

Keysight’s environmental programs span global operations with the intent to conserve natural resources, reduce emissions, minimize waste, and prevent pollution.

AI & Technology

Introducing the Next Generation of Innovators: T-Mobile and the T-Mobile Foundation Announce 2021 Changemaker Challenge Winners

Winning ventures from the Challenge, sponsored by T-Mobile, the T-Mobile Foundation and Ashoka, came from individuals and teams ages of 13-18 and tackle issues ranging from water conservation to underrepresentation in medicine to reducing waste.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Faces of Acre - Abdulaziz Explores the Month of Ramadan

In celebration of Eid al-Fitr, we sat down with our Research Consultant Abdulaziz Adekola, to learn more about the importance of Ramadan, the challenges, the experiences, and the important lessons we can all learn.​

Inclusion & Opportunity

Brands Going Beyond the Rainbow-wash

Here is a roundup of brands starting the month off strong with initiatives lifting up all parts of LGBTQIA+ culture.

Philanthropy

Duke Energy Foundation Awards $100,000 Grant to Expand Indiana Suicide Prevention Call Centers

The Duke Energy Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to the Mental Health America–Wabash Valley Region in Lafayette to expand staffing at two call centers currently serving 87 of Indiana’s 92 counties.

Awards & Rankings

Hormel Foods and Jennie-O Win Best in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award at PRWeek's Brand Film Awards

Hormel Foods Corporation's film Cooperation Beyond Words was awarded the top honor in the diversity, equity & inclusion category at the annual the Brand Film Awards.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Truist Celebrates LGBTQ+ Community

Truist celebrates all LGBTQ+ people and is committed to creating a culture supporting all teammates and their individuality.

Events

The Disparate Impacts of COVID-19 on Women

The Disparate Impacts of COVID-19 on Women: Speaking engagement featuring Salah Goss, Senior Vice President, North America Social Impact, Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth

Corporate Responsibility

Why Your Company Needs a Resilient Business Strategy

We need action to address changes remaking our world, but integrating sustainability elements into core business strategy is no longer enough. Learn more in this video from BSR President and CEO Aron Cramer and Managing Director Christine Diamente.

Research & Reports

Alliant Energy 2020 Corporate Responsibility Report: Energy and Climate

Our Clean Energy Blueprint is our guide to accelerate our transition to renewable energy and modern energy technologies to enhance the economic health and environment in the communities we serve.

Research & Reports

United Nations Federal Credit Union Publishes 2020 Impact Report

The United Nations Federal Credit Union (UNFCU) today released its 2020 Impact Report (PDF). The financial cooperative concluded its inaugural 5-year Sustainability Action Plan, attaining seven out of eight 2020 goals.

Philanthropy

KeyBank Teams Up with Eight Days of Hope to Rebuild Homes in Buffalo's Masten District

KeyBank is teaming up with Eight Days of Hope (EDOH) to provide free home repairs on hundreds of homes in the Masten District neighborhood in Buffalo, NY. This effort will take place from July 17 to July 24.

Education & Workforce Development

Comcast Community Impact Helps Bring D.C. Virtual Field Trip to Students Across America

Comcast Community Impact partnered with Discovery Education, to produce a very special Washington, D.C. field trip fit for current circumstances – virtual, of course.

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Community Investment

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Collaboration and Partnership

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