Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Editors Pick

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Executive Insights: Tackling AI Infrastructure Bottlenecks

Keysight Technologies

Innovation & Technology

"Baker Hughes Sustainability Journey"
All In, Carbon Out

Baker Hughes Energy Services LLC

Environment

Sustainable Development Goals

Embracing Circularity: International Paper’s Sustainable Resource Strategy

Circularity is a key strategy for International Paper. It means that we prioritize the use of resources that are renewable, sustainably managed, recycled and reused through design, production and recovery across our value chain.

Environment

Leading on Embodied Carbon

Trane Technologies’ sustainability and procurement leaders on the company’s move to reduce embodied carbon by 40%.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Power of Giving

As we kick off our 17th annual week of volunteerism, positiveNRG Impact Week, I’ve been reflecting on the importance of giving back and community. Both can profoundly shape our lives and leave a lasting impact. Giving back, at its core, is about dedicating time and resources.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Pizza Hut Vietnam’s Pizza Boxes Are Carrying Out the Mission of Sustainable Forest Development

Kudos to Jardine Restaurant Group of Vietnam (JRGVN) for launching their eco-friendly hexagonal pizza box design, using sustainably sourced packaging made from FSC-certified paper.

Environment

For the First Time Ever, Gene Expression Can Be Mapped From Space

As you read this, a white box the size of a refrigerator is hurtling through space at 17,500 miles per hour (28,000 kph), shooting four lasers at the Earth 242 times a second. It’s called the Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation sensor, or GEDI.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

North Minneapolis Facility Brings Sports, Entrepreneurism, Sense of Community

The U.S. Bank Foundation awarded a $100,000 grant to V3 because of its mission to elevate the North Minneapolis community through fitness, wellness and education.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Ranked Among America’s Climate Leaders 2024 by USA Today

Bank has achieved a 48% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions since 2014

Innovation & Technology

AI Is an Accelerator for Sustainability — But It Is Not a Silver Bullet

AI has the potential to significantly bolster sustainability efforts. But we should not view it as a silver bullet — it also has drawbacks. Managing those drawbacks and ensuring the right return on investment in AI tech is key.

Health & Healthcare

Championing HIV Services for LGBTQ+ Youth

As a young gay professional, Terrell Parker spent several years working at the National Minority AIDS Council in Washington, D.C. during his 20s, advocating to help end the HIV epidemic and reduce stigma.

Energy

Cisco: Three Years of Progress on the Pathway to Net Zero

As we celebrate our three-year anniversary, we want to highlight some of the progress we’ve made so far and look ahead to what solutions might be available to help us, and the planet, on our journey to net zero.

Innovation & Technology

The Biomimicry Institute Unveils 10-Year Strategy

The Biomimicry Institute, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing a Nature Positive, inclusive, and regenerative world inspired and guided by nature’s genius, today announced the launch of its ambitious 10-year strategy at New York Climate Week.

Events, Media & Communications

Clearing the Air: Insights From the Inaugural IWBI Healthy Building Policy Summit (Part 1)

How certain are you that the air in your building is clean or at least not going to make you sick? Unless your facility is equipped with indoor air quality sensors, you’re probably not sure.

Sustainable Development Goals

Chemours Chief Sustainability Officer on the Importance of Partnerships for Creating a More Sustainable World

Under the Environmental Leadership pillar we are focused on reducing our environmental footprint and enhancing our positive impact.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Otis Korea Manufacturing & Engineering Center Obtains ISO 50001 Certification

Otis Elevator Korea (hereafter, Otis Korea, CEO Ikseo Cho) has announced that its Manufacturing & Engineering Center has obtained ISO 50001 certification - the global energy-management systems standard for establishing, implementing, maintaining and improving energy management.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

IOC Announces Winners of Climate Action Awards 2024

Olympic rower Imogen Grant from Great Britain, Olympic beach volleyball player Lina Taylor from Bulgaria, Swiss Olympic and the International Hockey Federation have been named the winners of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Climate Action Awards 2024.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

The Energize Program Celebrates Landmark Multi-Buyer PPA Deal To Decarbonize Healthcare Supply Chains

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced exciting progress for the Energize supply chain decarbonization program, on behalf of the program’s sponsors.

Environment

Latin America Moves Centerstage in Drive for Accountability on Biodiversity

Latin America will be at the forefront of major global discussions on biodiversity this year. For the first time, my home country of Colombia will host the UN Conference of the Parties on Biodiversity (COP16), which starts on 21 October in the city of Cali.

Environment

Chattahoochee Riverkeeper Shares Local Vigilance With Preferred Partner Georgia-Pacific

Friday morning tour with the Chattahoochee Riverkeeper to learn about their efforts to help ensure good stewardship of this important watershed. Georgia-Pacific LLC has a preferred partnership with the Riverkeeper, supporting programming such as their Virtual Floating Classroom.

Education

CNH: Innovation and Growth in Argentinian Agriculture

With more than 180 years of experience in the industry, World-class equipment, technology and services company, CNH is a recognized leader in agricultural machinery.

Energy

Introducing SLB Capturi: Pioneering Industrial Decarbonization With Innovative Carbon Capture Solutions

The SLB and Aker Carbon Capture Joint Venture has unveiled its new company name: SLB Capturi. The company is emerging as a leader in accelerating industrial decarbonization through its innovative, industrial-scale carbon capture solutions, ready for immediate implementation.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Pizza Hut Aims To Support Your Job Search With the Launch of ‘ResZAmes’: A Pizza Box That Doubles as a Resume

Pizza Hut is launching ‘ResZAmes’, a new offering aimed to help professionals stand out in today’s competitive job market by delivering their resumes to prospective employers in a way that is sure to turn heads — via Pizza Hut’s iconic pizza boxes.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

ACCP and Rocket Social Impact Announce 2024 Purpose Award Winners

ACCP and Rocket Social Impact Announce 2024 Purpose Award Winners, Recognizing Excellence in the Corporate Social Impact Field

Diversity & Inclusion

Northern Trust and The Talent Tap Host Future Talent Programme

At Northern Trust, we are committed to creating accessible and equitable pathways into meaningful careers for all young people, and value the continued work of The Talent Tap team.

Environment

Carnival Corporation’s Costa Cruises Expands Food Donation Program

According to the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), an estimated 40% of the global food supply is lost or wasted.

Environment

It’s Time for Bold Climate Leadership From Corporations

Arbor Day Foundation CEO calls for bold corporate climate action amid Climate Week NYC.

Latest Campaigns

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  4. Emergency Response
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  5. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  6. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  7. Recognition of our Company
    As the leading sports and live music company in the world, we recognize our responsibility to provide industry leadership and to conduct our business...
  8. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
    Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is embedded in our company values. We actively promote it among our employees, raise awareness, and foster an...
  9. LATAM Growth
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  10. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  11. Community Impact
    Advancing our communities worldwide through philanthropic investments, partnerships, and employee volunteerism.
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    Document rapid interventions when crises strike: delivering therapeutic food, water, hygiene kits, and deploying mobile med
  13. 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...
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    Highlight the essential role of clean water, sanitation, and hygiene in preventing disease and malnutrition. Content will link WASH to nutrition...
  15. EVP Campaign
    Driving awareness of DP World’s Employee Value Proposition across the Americas, showcasing the company’s purpose-driven mission, talent strategy, and...