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Green Infrastructure

Breathing Easier Thanks to Biodiesel and U.S. Soy

Most buses use diesel engines for safety, reliability, efficiency, durability and cost efficiency. And though the fuel for those engines can’t prevent buses from getting stuck in traffic, some alternative options can help everyone breathe easier — thanks to U.S. Soy.

Events, Media & Communications

Kohler Co. Showcases Innovation in Design Leadership and Wellness at KBIS 2024

Kohler Co., a global leader in kitchen and bath products, luxury decorative brands, wellness, and hospitality, returns to the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) to present industry-leading product innovations in form and functionality.

Education

Four Key Risk Areas Facing Higher Education

The higher education industry is at a turning point with myriad colleges and universities struggling to remain sustainable and relevant in today’s tumultuous and evolving environment.

Responsible Production & Consumption

That’s So Metal: Baker Hughes Program Keeps Over 125 Million Pounds of Scrap Out of Landfills in 3 Years

In just three years, the energy technology company diverted over 125 million pounds of scrap metals from over 50 Baker Hughes locations.

Innovation & Technology

Black & Veatch Studies Extraction of Natural Hydrogen in Australia

Black & Veatch will study the exploration and extraction of natural hydrogen and helium in Australia.

Green Infrastructure

Asia Pacific Electric Vehicles Public Chargers Will Reach Ten Million by 2030: CBRE

Asia Pacific electric vehicle (EV) sales have seen exponential growth in the past two years, accounting for nearly two-thirds of global auto sales.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Cascale Hosts First Manufacturer Forum in Dhaka, Bangladesh

Cascale (formerly the Sustainable Apparel Coalition) hosted its first Manufacturer Forum of 2024 — and first under the new name — on March 6 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Kimberly-Clark Named One of Barron’s Most Sustainable Companies

Kimberly-Clark jumped a spot to No. 2 on Barron’s list of the 100 Most Sustainable Companies for this year.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CNH Proudly Awards Dealers for Focus on Technology, Community and Sales

In celebration of the strength of its U.S. and Canadian dealer network, CNH brands, CASE Construction Equipment and New Holland, recently announced the winners of their respective CASE Dealer Awards program and New Holland UK & ROI Dealer of the Year Awards.

Diversity & Inclusion

NYDJ Launches First Wheelchair-Fit Denim Jean With QVC

QVC®, world leader in live video commerce (“vCommerce”), announced today that it has collaborated with NYDJ to launch the brand’s first wheelchair-fit design jean, exclusively for QVC.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

A Legacy of Care: Celebrating 25 Years of The Homer Fund

Founded in 1999, The Homer Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides financial assistance to associates facing an unforeseen financial hardship. Every dollar an associate donates to The Homer Fund goes right back to an associate in need.

Diversity & Inclusion

Baker Tilly’s Chief Diversity Officer Shane Lloyd Spearheads Conversation on Social Class and the Workplace

Unlike some seemingly observable markers of difference, social class can be invisible. But that doesn’t mean it does not affect our individual experiences and organizational structures.

Diversity & Inclusion

Albertsons Companies’ Jewel-Osco Division Celebrates Women’s History Month

Albertsons Companies' Jewel-Osco division marked Women’s History Month with their FABulous FAB (Food and Beverage) Women’s event! The celebration featured meet and greets, delectable food and drink samplings courtesy of over 25 women-owned & women-led businesses.

Energy

The Three Pillars of Energy Data: Accuracy, Availability, and Timeliness

Over the past decade, there has been an explosion of data. This is especially true in commercial buildings, which have been identified as noble examples of embracing sustainability and decarbonization.

Events, Media & Communications

GreenBiz: What Are the ‘Wrong’ Sort of EU Taxonomy Estimates?

European financial regulators shed light on the use of “equivalent information” under the EU Taxonomy.

Events, Media & Communications

Rayonier Welcomes Terry Baker and Sam Cook for Employee Education Event

We were honored to welcome Terry Baker and Sam Cook to speak to Rayonier employees recently about their experiences as black leaders in the forestry industry. The table talk was one of Rayonier's DEI education events in celebration of Black History Month.

Diversity & Inclusion

Cultivating Gratitude Daily: Meet Lea-Angela Atienza

My name is Lea (pronounced like Princess Leia from Star Wars) and I am an Accounting Analyst at GoDaddy, based in Los Angeles. I am a part of the Registry Accounting Team. If you have a domain, such as ".com", my team handles the accounting and finance process of it all!

Education

The HARMAN Experience Center Hosts Students From the Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy

Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting students from the Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy in Texas, at the HARMAN Experience Center. They joined us for a tour and engaged in a crash course on lighting, followed by a fireside chat.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Board Interview: Sean Cady on Building a Career of Purpose

As part of a recurring series, Cascale details the involvement and vision of its Board members.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Fifth Third Names New Chief Sustainability Officer

Fifth Third announced Pratik Raval as chief sustainability officer. He will lead the Sustainability Office, which is a part of Fifth Third’s Corporate Responsibility Office.

Research, Reports & Publications

SEC Climate Rule: From Compliance to Opportunity

In this special crossover episode, ESG Talk and Off The Books dive into the long-awaited SEC climate disclosure rule. Jonathan Gregory of The Hershey Company and Alan Wilson of WilmerHale and hosts Mandi McReynolds, and Andie Wood discuss what the new requirements mean.

Health & Healthcare

Diabetes and Heart Disease: How to Manage Your Risk

Here is our “In and Out” list that can help guide what you do to lower your risk for heart disease if you or a loved one have diabetes.

Research, Reports & Publications

Teck Reports 2023 Sustainability Performance

Teck Resources Limited (TSX: TECK.A and TECK.B, NYSE: TECK) (“Teck”) announced today the release of our 23rd annual Sustainability Report, highlighting our performance in 2023 and progress in key areas including climate and nature.

Events, Media & Communications

CNH Brands Excel in Great Iron and Tech at Expoagro 2024

Case IH, New Holland, and CASE CE (all CNH brands), took the stage at Expoagro 2024 YPF, the mega-exhibition from March 5 to 8 in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Energy

Here’s How You Remain Competitive: Optimization and Digitalization

Optimization and digitalization will empower businesses to make an impact, while remaining financially stable.

Latest Campaigns

  1. AEG Celebrates Inclusion
    At AEG, we embrace inclusion and strive to create a workplace where our employees feel welcomed, valued and respected for the viewpoints, ideas...
  2. Accelerating access to healthcare technology
    We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...
  3. IWBI | WELL Building Standard
    Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...
  4. Collective Action
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...
  5. Aflac Stories
    Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.
  6. Kids to College Powered by Entergy
    Entergy believes in the dreams of the families we serve. Everyone deserves the opportunity to continue their education and, as a corporate leader and...
  7. Financial health
    At Wells Fargo, we're opening pathways to economic advancement for racially and ethnically diverse and low- and moderate-income individuals and...
  8. KeyBank: Responsible Banking
    Everyone’s financial journey is different. We make intentional efforts to meet the individual needs of clients and communities through a diverse range...
  9. AEG Celebrates Inclusion
    At AEG, we embrace inclusion and strive to create a workplace where our employees feel welcomed, valued and respected for the viewpoints, ideas...
  10. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  11. Health and Safety by Antea Group
    Antea Group's health and safety consultants understand what it takes to help make a positive impact on safety culture. Read blogs, insights, and more...
  12. Corporate Social Responsibility
    Whirlpool Corporation has several CSR partners including United Way, Habitat for Humanity International, Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Consulada...
  13. Arbor Day Foundation News
    Stay up to date on the latest news and events from the Arbor Day Foundation. Subscribe to the Arbor Day e-news arborday.org/accounts/optin.cfm
  14. Integrated Tools
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...
  15. KeyBank's Community Investment
    In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...