Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Health & Healthcare | Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council

HPRC Publishes Inaugural Impact Report: Paving the Way for Sustainable Healthcare Plastics

The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council (HPRC) is thrilled to announce the publication of its inaugural Impact Report for 2024.
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Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Europe Leads the Way on Scope 3 Emissions: What Investors and Companies Need To Know

CSRHub

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Cocoa Market Turmoil: How Hershey Is Innovating Through Unprecedented Challenges

The Hershey Company

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Sustainable Strategies for Grocery Growth

Tetra Pak

Energy

Stop Buying Energy Infrastructure. Start Buying Results.

Veolia North America

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Why Sustainability Is the Smartest Investment in an Uncertain Trade Landscape

DP World

Energy

Energy for a Better Future: Entergy’s Growth and Resiliency Strategy

Entergy Corporation

Energy

AllianceBernstein: Power Play: How To Invest Smarter in the Race for Electrification

AllianceBernstein

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Sysco 2024 Sustainability Report: At the Heart of One Planet One Table

Sysco Corporation

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Health & Healthcare

Illumina Supports Canada's Nationwide COVID-19 Genome Sequencing Initiative

Illumina Inc. (NASDAQ: ILMN) today announced that its world-class sequencing and bioinformatics solutions are being used by HostSeq, part of the Canadian COVID-19 Genomics Network (CanCOGeN), to identify biomarkers that can help predict potential risk of serious disease and support the development of novel therapeutics to combat COVID-19.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

With Your Help, Food Insecure Families and the Homeless in the Nation's Capital Will Eat

The Salvation Army is most recognized by its Red Kettles during the holidays, disaster response, and thrift stores nationwide. We are those things and much more.

Sustainable Development Goals

Grao Direto and Bayer Collaborate to Expand the Reach and Impact of Sustainable Practices in Grain Trading

Grão Direto, the largest digital platform for grain trading in Latin America, developed in collaboration with Bayer the introduction of the “Sustainable Practices Badge” on its digital marketplace.

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Events, Media & Communications

The Global Methane Pledge at COP26: Everything You Need to Know

The US and the European Union, the two largest natural gas consumers, launched the Global Methane Pledge at the United Nations Climate Conference COP26 in Glasgow on Tuesday, according to Reuters.

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Health & Healthcare

Energize – A First-of-Its-Kind Program to Increase Access to Renewable Energy for Pharmaceutical Suppliers

The Energize program is a collaboration between 10 global pharmaceutical companies, including Novartis, to engage hundreds of suppliers in bold climate action and decarbonization of the pharmaceutical value chain.

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Research, Reports & Publications

Schneider Electric Releases Key Report on Climate Change as Part of COP26 Engagement

A new Schneider Electric report outlines “Back to 2050” decarbonization scenarios as part of the COP26 climate talks.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Pro Bono Week Pride: Common Impact Provides $500,000 in Skills-Based Volunteering for Nonprofits

As Common Impact reflects back on Pro Bono Week, we couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve accomplished together! In October 2021, we worked with over 1,400 volunteers on 40 pro bono projects to generate nearly $500K in value for more than 50 nonprofits.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Stanley Black & Decker Named A 2021 Forbes' World's Top Female-Friendly Company

Stanley Black & Decker ranked 10 in the "Semiconductors, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Technology Hardware & Equipment" category and 163 out of 300 companies overall.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

A New Generation Is Turning the Tide on Urgent Climate Action

Two-thirds of teenagers recognize climate change as an emergency, but only 9% of youth are very confident that the world will act quickly enough to address the problem.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Fifth Third Bank Celebrates Diwali

At Fifth Third Bank, the Asian and Pacific Islander business resource group members will celebrate Diwali by hosting guest speakers, cultural presentations and interactive activities during the week of November 1st.

Events, Media & Communications

Hormel Foods Announces the Advancement of Wendy A. Watkins to Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer

Hormel Foods Corporation announced the advancement of Wendy A. Watkins to the new post of senior vice president and chief communications officer for the company’s worldwide operations.

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Diversity & Inclusion

A Journey of Intentional Actions: What It Takes to Be Named the World's Top Female Friendly Company

When we learned that Hershey was going to be recognized as #1 on Forbes’ list of the “World’s Top Female Friendly Companies,” the energy throughout our organization was palpable.

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Owens Corning CEO Brian Chambers Earns a Responsible CEO of the Year Award

On Monday 3BL Media announced its list of Responsible CEOs. The awards recognize corporate executives who embody bold, innovative leadership in delivering on environmental, social, and governance commitments.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Abbott Launches New Initiative to Drive Diversity in Medical Research and Improve Care Among Under-Represented Populations

Abbott is addressing a key challenge to health equity by putting a greater focus on breaking down the barriers to clinical trial participation for under-represented groups

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Innovation & Technology

HDFC Bank, Mastercard, USAID and DFC Launch $100 Million Credit Facility for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India

HDFC Bank, Mastercard, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) launched a $100 million credit facility to promote and encourage small businesses in India

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Environment

A Letter From Alphonse Galdes, Ph.D., Head of Pharmaceutical Operations and Technology at Biogen: It's Time for Companies to Act Like the Climate Crisis Is a Health Crisis

If we hope to make significant, lasting progress against climate change, we as a society must all work together. Here are three key priorities that, if embraced, could galvanize action

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Environment

What Does the 'S' in ESG Mean? Explaining Social Criteria for Today's Businesses

ESG evaluations are gaining traction, and they will only become more critical as time goes on. This post will explain the social aspect, or the “S”, in ESG. How is it measured, and what do you need to know to get your business on track?

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Environment

Taking Our First Steps Toward a More Sustainable Future

A greener future has become one of our planet’s most essential goals. As the global population increases, the need for a new approach to energy is pushing toward more sustainability.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Support the SPLC's Progress in the Deep South and Beyond

Now is an exciting time to join the Southern Poverty Law Center's community of like-minded advocates.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Bluford Healthcare Leadership Institute Empowering Greater Equity Among Future Healthcare Leaders

The Bluford Healthcare Leadership Institute (BHLI) recently hosted its annual leadership program, to provide undergraduate scholars professional development opportunities and internships at premier healthcare systems across the nation.

Health & Healthcare

Johnson & Johnson Launches a Health Equity Innovation Challenge in 6 U.S. Cities

Race, ethnicity and skin color should never dictate who stays healthy or gets sick. Yet Black and Hispanic people in the United States have long been disproportionately impacted by a wide range of diseases.

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Health & Healthcare

How Smart Home Technology Empowers and Creates Independence

Living in a “smart home” can provide a convenient and high-end experience. When you think of those who are living with accessibility challenges, smart technology can be a game-changer in making them feel more independent and empowered in their homes.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

What Do Jobs in Corporate Responsibility Look Like?

NortonLifeLock Intern Iris Wickham reflects on learnings from her memorable internship with the Corporate Responsibility Team and the opportunities ahead.

Governance & Accountability Institute, Inc.

Media & Communications

Eyes on U.S. As FSOC Agencies Engage on Climate Risk Ahead of COP26

The gathering of the family of nations in Glasgow, Scotland for COP26 (the annual United Nations Climate Change Conference) is drawing near.

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Environment

Q&A with Keysight's Global Environmental and Sustainability Manager

Keysight’s Global Environmental and Sustainability Manager Ju Shen Lee discusses how her teams classify the waste streams generated, how Keysight manages waste, and how the company considers its progress in this space.

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