Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Inclusion & Opportunity

KeyBank Names Natasha Martin Corporate Responsibility Officer for Its Dayton, Cincinnati and Central Ohio Markets

Today, KeyBank announced Natasha Martin has been named Corporate Responsibility Officer for its Dayton, Cincinnati and Central Ohio markets. In this position, she is part of the enterprise-wide corporate responsibility team that oversees the philanthropic budgets.

Corporate Responsibility

From NYC to Baku to Davos: Climate Conversations That Matter

In this special episode of ESG Talk, Mandi McReynolds reflects on pivotal climate conversations leading up to Davos, revisiting key discussions from Climate Week NYC and COP29 in Azerbaijan.

Awards & Rankings

Yum China Leads the Restaurant & Leisure Facilities Industry for the Fifth Consecutive Year on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index

Yum China Holdings, Inc. (the "Company" or "Yum China") (NYSE: YUMC; HKEX: 9987) today announced that the Company has been ranked number one globally for the Restaurant & Leisure Facilities Industry in the S&P Global 2024 Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA).

Energy & Infrastructure

Marathon Petroleum’s MPLX Bluestone Plant Marks a First for U.S. Midstream Natural Gas Processing Sector

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR® program is celebrating the Bluestone natural gas plant in Pennsylvania as the first facility of its kind ever to achieve the ENERGY STAR Challenge for Industry.

Philanthropy

More Than 1,200 Young People Were Part of the Case IH Planting Project

Case IH, a CNH brand, started the Siembra Project, an initiative conceived and designed to connect the company with new generations through educational and technical activities in institutions throughout the country.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

The Unsung Hero of Global Trade: Brazil’s Cellulose Powerhouse

Cellulose is the unsung hero of countless everyday products, from paper and packaging to hygiene items and even some bio-based materials.

Corporate Responsibility

Southern Company Gas Elects Stephen Edwards and Benjamin Spencer As New Board Members

Southern Company Gas today announced its board of directors has elected Stephen Edwards, chief executive officer and executive director of the Virginia Port Authority, and A. Benjamin Spencer, dean of the William & Mary Law School, to join the company's board

Volunteering & Community

Lenovo Volunteers Give Back With Record-Breaking Impact During Month of Service

For the eighth consecutive year, Lenovo employees have grown Lenovo’s Love on Month of Service, an annual, global volunteering initiative.

Corporate Responsibility

Saint-Gobain Celebrates Global Top Employer Certification for Tenth Consecutive Year

Saint-Gobain today celebrated its tenth consecutive Global Top Employer certification, receiving  the prestigious honor from the Top Employers Institute for 2025. This year, Saint-Gobain is one of only 17 companies around the world to receive this certification.

Philanthropy

Duke Energy Offers $200,000 in Grants To Help Nonprofits That Support Senior Citizens in South Carolina

Duke Energy today launched a campaign to promote grant opportunities totaling $200,000 to South Carolina organizations that help the state’s aging population with services and support, particularly for those with income challenges.

Corporate Responsibility

Managing Remote Work Policies Across Borders: Compliance, Culture, and Connection

As many global companies implement more permanent remote work schedules, it’s essential for employers to understand the requirements for remote workers, particularly in ensuring compliance, maintaining employee well-being, and fostering a productive and secure work environment.

Environment

Carnival Corporation’s Holland America and Princess Alaska Operations Close Summer Season With Significant Environmental Contributions

As the 2024 tour season in Alaska closes, Carnival Corporation proudly reflects on its significant environmental contributions.

Philanthropy

Bucks County Opportunity Council Receives $400,000 Grant From KeyBank Foundation

Bucks County Opportunity Council Inc. (BCOC) has received a $400,000 Community Impact Grant from KeyBank Foundation, the charitable foundation of KeyBank, aimed to increase food resources and improve health equity in Bucks County.

Volunteering & Community

Franklin Templeton Employees Welcome the Spirit of Giving Through Involved HOLIDAYS Campaign

Franklin Templeton employees show their generosity and compassion all year long. This year, the firm again participated in Involved HOLIDAYS, a special volunteer campaign building upon the momentum of June’s Impact Days to extend the spirit of giving beyond that month

Research & Reports

Benevity Report Predicts Surge in CSR Investment Amid Heightened Public Scrutiny

Benevity, Inc., the market-leading global provider of social impact software, today released The Executive CSR Report, detailing new research that shows increased executive commitments to corporate social responsibility in the year to come.

AI & Technology

If There Is a Monster in Loch Ness, This Geneticist Will Find It

The platypus is a venomous mammal that lays eggs, can sense electricity, and has 10 sex chromosomes. The tuatara is a reptile from a lineage that evolved before most dinosaurs (and all lizards). The bluehead wrasse is a fish that can change sex.

Health & Healthcare

Baker Tilly’s Insights on Driving Change in Healthcare: Trends Reshaping the Industry

In 2024, the healthcare industry found itself navigating a pivotal year of transformation and resilience. Rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, a shifting regulatory environment, possible impacts from the presidential election, and the growing threat of cyberattacks

Research & Reports

Rockwell Automation Releases 2024 Sustainability Report

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK) today published its 2024 Sustainability Report, which highlights the company’s sustainability strategy, outcomes, and progress to help build sustainable customers, a sustainable company, and sustainable communities.

Energy & Infrastructure

PSE&G Installs More Than 2 Million Smart Meters – Continues on Path To Enhance Customer Experience and Support More Efficient Outage Recovery

PSE&G reached a key milestone by installing more than 2 million smart meters as part of its Smart Meter Program aimed at enhancing customer insights and supporting faster outage recovery.

Awards & Rankings

Whirlpool VP Recognized as Latin America Top 10 Most Admired Human Resources Leaders

Earning a spot on the Top 10 Most Admired HR's of Latin America list is a well-deserved win for Andrea Clemente, VP of HR for Whirlpool Corp.'s Latin American region.

Philanthropy

As Ceasefire in Gaza Is Declared, Action Against Hunger Calls for Increased Humanitarian Aid

After nearly 500 days of war in Gaza, a ceasefire was announced today.

Events

Keynote by Tamara Lundgren, CEO of Radius Recycling, at Fastmarkets Circular Steel Summit Focuses on U.S. Manufacturing Revival

The Fastmarkets Circular Steel Summit in Houston, Texas, brought together stakeholders and industry leaders from the scrap-to-steel supply chain this week to review the latest trends, technologies, and market dynamics driving scrap and secondary materials activity

Corporate Responsibility

ESG Trendsetters: TTEC’s Comprehensive Approach to Driving Social Impact

ESG is at the core of TTEC’s operations and has always been integral to its business practices. Cerise highlights why ESG is important to TTEC, sharing insights into the organization’s impact strategy and the team behind its execution.

Corporate Responsibility

COP29: A Milestone in Climate Negotiations and a Glimpse Into the Future

The COP29 conference brought together leaders from across the globe to tackle some of the most pressing issues surrounding climate change. Here’s a detailed look at the key discussions, outcomes, and expectations as the climate action community looks ahead to COP30.

Philanthropy

Bacardi Donates $100,000 to American Red Cross California Relief Efforts

Bacardi Limited commits to donating $100,000 to the American Red Cross to help people affected by the 2025 California wildfires following massive destruction in the area.

Latest Campaigns

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...