Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Diversity & Inclusion

Billionaire Philanthropist Robert F. Smith To Keynote HP's HBCU Tech Conference

Sep 12, 2022 3:40 PM ET

HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) announced its second annual virtual technology conference for historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) with billionaire philanthropist Robert F. Smith as this year’s featured speaker.

Green Infrastructure

Dow, X-Energy To Drive Carbon Emissions Reductions Through Deployment of Advanced Small Modular Nuclear Power

Sep 12, 2022 2:50 PM ET

Dow and X-energy will collaborate with the intent to deploy X-energy's Xe-100 high-temperature gas reactor technology at one of Dow's U.S. Gulf Coast sites – which is expected to be operational by approximately 2030.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

At TD, a WELL Seal Adds Confidence To Help Customers Thrive

Sep 12, 2022 2:40 PM ET

To deliver “legendary customer experiences and extraordinary places to work”, TD tapped the WELL Building Standard as early as 2015 to leverage WELL’s holistic approach to buildings, organizations and communities.

Health & Healthcare

Using the Power of Technology To Better Serve Our Patients

Sep 12, 2022 2:15 PM ET

It's inevitable: Thanks to technology, we are going to see true breakthroughs in finding powerful medicines, and in treating, diagnosing and, hopefully, curing diseases.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Take Action with Justin's for Hunger Action Month

Sep 12, 2022 1:45 PM ET

Justin’s, Inc. announces its continued support of one of its long-term partners, Conscious Alliance with a $15,000 dollar for dollar maximum match donation during Hunger Action Month in September.

Responsible Production & Consumption

How Consumer Goods Companies Use Life Cycle Assessments To Create More Sustainable Products

Sep 12, 2022 12:15 PM ET

As shoppers continue to gravitate toward more sustainable products, consumer goods companies are challenged to develop new innovations that answer the call

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Nasdaq Receives 'AA' ESG Rating From MSCI

Sep 12, 2022 11:30 AM ET

Nasdaq, Inc. received a significant upgrade in its latest ESG Ratings score published in the 2022 MSCI ESG Ratings, jumping from BBB to AA.

Innovation & Technology

How ColdTrace X Is Protecting Life-Saving Vaccines, One Cold Room at a Time

Sep 12, 2022 11:30 AM ET

Qualcomm products mentioned within this post are offered by Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.

Sustainable Development Goals

SAP at UNGA 77: Driving Positive Business Transformation for People and Planet

Sep 12, 2022 11:20 AM ET

The 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 77) will be held September 13-27 at the UN headquarters in New York City.

Health & Healthcare

DSG Teammate Jennifer Ayers Continues Hitting the Right Notes for Mental Health Awareness

Sep 12, 2022 11:00 AM ET

All of our mental health stories, whether they play out on the big screen courtesy of a Hollywood film or are discussed within a small circle of our loved ones, are equally important and deserve to be told.

Events, Media & Communications

Invest or Divest in Oil, Gas & Coal Companies? - State & City Pension Plans Are the Battleground

Sep 12, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Consider the influence of the public sector employee retirement systems in the capital markets: the almost 6,000 pension plans cover about 15 million workers and families and manage about $4.5 trillion in assets of various classes.

Research, Reports & Publications

NRG Energy 2021 Sustainability Report: Sustainable Finance

Sep 12, 2022 11:00 AM ET

In August 2021, NRG issued an additional $1.1 BN of sustainability-linked bonds (SLBs) on the back of its landmark 2019 and 2020 sustainability-linked issuances.

Environment

Why Resilient Grasslands Are Unsung Heroes in the Fight Against Climate Change

Sep 12, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Whether they’re savannahs, prairies, or steppes, Earth’s grasslands are heroes in the fight against climate change — no matter what you call them.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Circular IT Series - Logitech Eco-Lead: Designing for Sustainability, Carbon-Neutrality & Usability

Sep 12, 2022 10:45 AM ET

Health & Healthcare

Community Health Center Hosts Health and Fun Fair in Chicago

Sep 12, 2022 10:30 AM ET

The Christian Community Health Center (CCHC) recently hosted a Health and Fun Fair in Chicago.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fair Trade USA™ Recognized With Sustainability Award

Sep 12, 2022 10:25 AM ET

The Business Intelligence Group recognized Fair Trade USA™ with a Sustainability Leadership Award in the 2022 Sustainability Awards program.

Diversity & Inclusion

Toya Pollard: 'You Can Really Make a Difference.'

Sep 12, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Small decisions build up to big life moments, discovered Toya Pollard.

Health & Healthcare

Illumina Genomics Forum To Feature Diverse Lineup of Visionary Global Leaders

Sep 12, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Illumina, a global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies, announced the release of the full agenda for its inaugural Illumina Genomics Forum.

Diversity & Inclusion

Mattie Jones Hollowell Named As KeyBank Corporate Responsibility Officer for Northeast Ohio and Toledo Markets

Sep 12, 2022 10:00 AM ET

KeyBank announced Mattie Jones Hollowell has been named Corporate Responsibility Officer for its Northeast Ohio and Toledo markets.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

WSJ Pro Sustainable Business Forum

Sep 10, 2022 7:30 AM ET

From regulators to the board, stakeholders are demanding businesses deliver on their sustainability goals.

Environment

Children's Safe Drinking Water Program Reaches 20 Billion Liter Milestone

Sep 9, 2022 4:05 PM ET

Clean water is often taken for granted, but with over 770 million people lacking access to clean drinking water globally, clean water isn’t a reality for all.

Energy

Sunrise Wind Invests $300,000 To Train Capital Region Workers for Union Construction Careers in Clean Energy

Sep 9, 2022 3:00 PM ET

Sunrise Wind announced it will commit $300,000 to recruit and train workers in Albany’s South End neighborhood for union construction careers critical to the clean energy transition.

Health & Healthcare

Couple Finds Personalized Pain Relief in Identical Devices

Sep 9, 2022 2:35 PM ET

Jay and Sandra Aldrich experienced chronic pain for different reasons, but found relief in the same Medtronic therapy.

Energy

From the Fifth Third Bancorp 2021 ESG Report: Purchasing 100% Renewable Power

Sep 9, 2022 2:30 PM ET

Fifth Third recognizes the importance of the transition to renewable energy and has been increasing its use of renewable power since 2010.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Baker Hughes Announces Simplified Organization To Enhance Profitability and Position for Growth

Sep 9, 2022 2:00 PM ET

These changes will simplify operations, enhance profitability, and drive growth, meeting customer needs and producing solutions in the rapidly evolving energy and industrial markets.