Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Social Impact & Volunteering

Medtronic LABS and Partners Expand Healthcare Access in Kenya

Apr 13, 2022 6:30 PM ET

Medtronic LABS’ announced that their Empower Health program in Kenya is now expanding from six counties to the entire country of nearly 54 million people.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Whirlpool Corp. Designs 'Kaizen Power Pitch' Competitions to Share Best Practices at Plants Across the Globe Through Spirit of Competition

Apr 13, 2022 5:55 PM ET

Kaizen is a Japanese term that means “change for the better,” and it’s also the name given to projects at Whirlpool Corporation plants worldwide that are aimed at generating savings, eliminating waste, and improving efficiency, safety and quality.

Energy

Vistra's Brightside Solar Facility is Now Online

Apr 13, 2022 5:15 PM ET

Vistra today announced that its Brightside Solar Facility in Live Oak County, Texas, is online and generating electricity.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Timberland Brings Eco-Innovation to New Footwear for SS22

Apr 13, 2022 5:05 PM ET

In support of its vision for a greener future, Timberland pushes the boundaries of eco-innovative design in light, bright footwear styles for spring.

Energy

How Alibaba Cloud Data Centers Will Reach 100% Clean Energy By 2030

Apr 13, 2022 5:00 PM ET

Alibaba Cloud is on track to meet carbon reduction targets as it upgrades server-storing data centers around the world, according to a scientist on the project.

Research, Reports & Publications

CNH Industrial Publishes Its 2021 Sustainability Report

Apr 13, 2022 5:00 PM ET

CNH Industrial has published its 2021 Sustainability Report.

Health & Healthcare

Delos: How to Use ESSER Funds to Help Improve School Air Quality

Apr 13, 2022 3:55 PM ET

The Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund creates a valuable opportunity to help students and staff return to in-person learning.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Speaking of Sustainability: The Importance of Leading by Example

Apr 13, 2022 3:20 PM ET

In this latest installment of Speaking of Sustainability, Henry Yin, Insulation plant leader, talks about the importance of leading by example to better empower and build confidence in employees to speak up about safety.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE Recognize Dow Among 100 Best Companies to Work For® for 2nd Consecutive Year

Apr 13, 2022 3:05 PM ET

Dow has earned a place on the Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® list, for the second consecutive year. Dow is the only materials science company to be recognized.

Environment

Tarmac and Align's Concrete Plan to Fight Climate Change

Apr 13, 2022 2:25 PM ET

British building materials company Tarmac has joined forces with Align to develop a new low-carbon concrete solution for HS2 Phase One, to help mitigate the climate crisis.

Environment

Women Climate Leaders Make a Difference in Communities Worldwide

Apr 13, 2022 2:10 PM ET

Pact works hand in hand with local communities to respond to climate change, forge effective management systems and build responsible nature-based enterprises. Here, we share the stories of three Pact staff members who are making a difference.

Environment

Expanding Environmental Commitments

Apr 13, 2022 1:05 PM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

Drive Trust with Connected ESG Reporting with KPMG and Workiva

Apr 13, 2022 1:00 PM ET

Effective ESG reporting programs drive change and strengthen stakeholder trust. KPMG has teamed with Workiva to address ESG data collection, aggregation, data management controls, and reporting challenges.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Chevron Executive Rhonda Morris Joins UNCF Board of Directors

Apr 13, 2022 12:45 PM ET

Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) announced that Rhonda Morris, chief human resources officer of Chevron, has joined the board of directors of the United Negro College Fund (UNCF). Morris joined the ranks of the board in March 2022.

Diversity & Inclusion

"Systemic Change" Where It's Needed Most

Apr 13, 2022 12:35 PM ET

John Gregory, president of NCUS, and Dr. Joshua Joseph, MD, MPH, FAHA from The Ohio State University lay out the possibilities before us and the challenges that all of us need to join together to overcome.

Diversity & Inclusion

MAC Cosmetics Celebrates Transgender Day of Visibility 2022

Apr 13, 2022 12:20 PM ET

M·A·C is proud to be a place where LGBTQIA+ people have been welcomed since day one to express their creativity, play with colour and be their true selves – and we are committed to continuing this legacy in all that we do.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

NortonLifeLock Celebrates Earth Month

Apr 13, 2022 12:05 PM ET

NortonLifeLock scales our positive environmental impact by partnering with organizations dedicated to protecting the planet. Meet our newest partner Barefoot College International and hear about the Solar Mamas we are supporting in over 90 countries.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Redefining What It Means to Have Work-Life Balance

Apr 13, 2022 12:00 PM ET

“The traditional model of work-life balance puts an emphasis on time and tells us we have to choose either work OR life,” shared Dr. Graham. “The reality is that this is simply unattainable.”

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Comcast Cable Honored as a 2022 VETS Indexes 5 Star Employer

Apr 13, 2022 12:00 PM ET

“At Comcast, we take pride in creating an inclusive workforce where our military-connected teammates are each empowered be their authentic self and to grow in their careers.”

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Marathon Petroleum Transport Driver Thrives in New Career

Apr 13, 2022 11:40 AM ET

Angel Reeves spent 15 years working as a mid-level manager in corporate America. She had a desk job while she raised her family, but she always felt like she wanted to get out and explore the world.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Fearless Hearts: Realizing Lives Beyond Trauma

Apr 13, 2022 11:30 AM ET

To deliver programs like Journey to Success, Vista Maria relies on the support of donors. Enbridge recently contributed a $10,000 Fueling Futures grant to help the organization offer these meaningful afterschool services.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How Chemours Is Making the World a Better, More Inclusive Place Through Responsible Chemistry

Apr 13, 2022 11:20 AM ET

At Chemours, we carry our responsibilities with pride and with real optimism for the future. Human progress in the next normal depends on chemistry and responsibility coming together for a better world.

Diversity & Inclusion

These Women Say a Tech 'Returnship' Is Offering Invaluable Training, Support to Re-Enter the Workforce

Apr 13, 2022 11:15 AM ET

Balancing a career with the demands of family life is a consistent challenge for women.

Health & Healthcare

Boston Scientific: Katharina Bauer - The Heart of a Champion

Apr 13, 2022 11:10 AM ET

For 29-year-old Katharina Bauer, pole vaulting is her life’s passion. In April 2018, she was implanted with the Boston Scientific EMBLEMTM MRI S-ICD System.

Environment

AEG Partners With the Arbor Day Foundation to Plant 10,000 Trees in Honor of Earth Month

Apr 13, 2022 11:00 AM ET

In recognition of Earth Month, AEG has partnered with the Arbor Day Foundation to plant 10,000 trees to support reforestation projects in Alabama and Michigan.