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Diversity & Inclusion

Subversive Fashion Accessory Takes a Stand for Justice

The lace collar, cast in bronze, is immediately recognizable as one of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s iconic neck pieces.

Energy

Duke Energy Begins Operating the Largest Battery System in North Carolina

Duke Energy is expanding its battery storage capabilities in North Carolina and has begun commercial operation of the state's largest battery system, an 11-MW project in Onslow County.

Environment

Steel Dynamics Is a Proud Supporter of The Steel Climate Standard To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Steel Dynamics, Inc. (NASDAQ/GS: STLD) today announced that the company supports The Steel Climate Standard. The Steel Climate Standard was published by the Global Steel Climate Council (GSCC)

Diversity & Inclusion

How Northwestern Mutual’s Decade-Long Business Case for DEI Challenges the Industry Status Quo

Recently there has been a troubling downturn in diversity, equity, and inclusion roles and programs as companies begin to divest from these efforts due to looming market trends following the sharp increase in similar programs in 2020.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Green Guru or Strategic Savant: Singapore Companies Make Tough Choices in CSO Hires

​​​​In a recent article for the Business Times, Acre's Head of Sustainable Business, APAC, Greg Brittian, discusses the different paths companies can take when hiring sustainability leaders, as well as the trending skills associated with CSOs.

Diversity & Inclusion

O-I Glass Celebrates Contributions of Women in Innovation

O-I Glass, Inc. joins the World Intellectual Property Organization in recognizing the vital role of innovators worldwide that create economic and social benefits through their ideas. April 26 marks World Intellectual Property Day with this year’s theme being

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Cummins Named to Ethical Companies List for 16th Consecutive Year

Cummins Inc. has been named to Ethisphere’s list of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for a 16th consecutive year.

Research, Reports & Publications

GoDaddy 2022 Sustainability Report: A Message From Our CEO

I joined GoDaddy in 2019 because I was inspired by its mission. I am not alone. Everyone working here feels the importance of GoDaddy’s mission: to empower entrepreneurs everywhere, making opportunity more inclusive for all.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

2023 CDFI Sustainable Investing Trends

Sustainable investing has gained momentum over the past decade with both financial professionals and casual investors, and in 2023 it’s more relevant than ever.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Your Guide to Defining an Information Governance Policy

As more industries seek digital transformation — adopting conveniences such as cloud-based connectivity, frictionless operations, and more — their vulnerability to potential threats increases.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Protecting the Climate: The Home Depot’s Supply Chain Efficiency

By making our supply chain more efficient, we reduce business costs and the impact that our product distribution has on the environment. We continue to make progress on our multi-year supply chain initiative to create the fastest, most efficient and reliable delivery network.

Sustainable Development Goals

Every Tree Counts

To achieve net zero emissions, Meta is focused on reducing our emissions by prioritizing efficiency and circularity in our business decisions, embracing low-carbon technology, and engaging with our suppliers to help them set climate targets.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Dow Products & Technologies Presented With All-Time High Nine Edison Awards™

Dow, (NYSE: DOW) the world’s leading materials science company, has received a record-setting nine Edison Awards™ for 2023 – more than any company ever in a single year – with 5 gold, 3 silver and 1 bronze.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Del Monte Foods Nourishes the Planet by Reducing Food Waste

As part of its Growers of Good purpose to produce healthy food that nourishes people and the planet, Del Monte Foods, Inc. is reducing food waste across its products through the process of upcycling.

Energy

The Latest Numbers From Lazard on the Levelized Cost of Energy

Whenever Lazard publishes their levelized cost of energy reports, I always dive in. I offer my takeaways below, but the bottom line is clear - the economics of renewable energy look really good.

Sustainable Development Goals

Video: Sealed Air Commits to Sustainability

Committed to creating a circular economy, reducing waste, and shrinking their carbon footprint, Sealed Air collaborates with Rockwell Automation to drive sustainability.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Bank Resources Can Make the Difference for Homebuyers in Underserved Communities

A home is one of the largest and most meaningful purchases a person can make; yet homebuyers are often overwhelmed by the process. Access to information, resources and education that ease the process is crucial, especially for families and individuals in underserved communities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

SaverLife Launches Free Mobile App to Help Working Families Build Savings

SaverLife launches a free mobile app aimed at helping hard-working families save money and build wealth.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Gianchere Project – GoFund and Georgia-Pacific

Access to clean water is a basic human need that many of us might take for granted. Each year, World Water Day on March 22 serves as an important reminder to come together to solve the water and sanitation crisis.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Cost of Home Advocacy Campaign Policy Wins With Whirlpool Corporation’s Support

As Habitat continues to scale our collective impact through policy solutions at the local, state and federal levels all across the U.S., we are grateful for Whirlpool Corporation’s support and look forward to together, helping more people have access to an affordable home.

Education

MilliporeSigma Kicks Off 2023 Curiosity Cube Mobile Lab Tour

MilliporeSigma, the U.S. and Canada Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, has begun its 2023 Curiosity Cube tour in North America and Europe. The Curiosity Cube will host over 250 events to focus on the impact of contamination on the planet and everyday life.

Environment

Betterment Harvest’s JC Fresh Farms Celebrates First Pick and Commercial Shipments of the 2023 Growing Season

Betterment Harvest’s JC Fresh Farms celebrates 1st pick & commercial shipments of the 2023 growing season. The 1st pick is 1 week earlier than last year.

Research, Reports & Publications

BXP 2022 ESG Report: Places Powering Progress, Sustainably

BXP’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy aligns with our mission to envision, develop, and manage exceptional properties that enhance client success, strengthen communities, and advance opportunity.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Benefits and Examples of Business Resource Groups (BRGs)

What are the benefits of Business Resource Groups? Find out how a BRG can support employee engagement, workplace diversity and more.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainability Is the Biggest Tailwind We Have as a Society

When I think about this year’s Earth Month theme – Invest in Our Planet – I immediately view it through the lens of ESG investing and how sustainability is the biggest lever we have as a society to create lasting value.

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