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Education

Introducing Kids to STEM Futures

Did you know that the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports an over 10% growth in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) jobs in this next decade, a rate 3% faster than all other industries? That’s a big deal, and a big goal to fill.

Diversity & Inclusion

D&I Weekly News Round-Up: Neurodiversity, Stereotypes and More

Welcome to the latest edition of our Diversity & Inclusion News Round-Up. Today we are talking about the first Black woman on the ISS crew, a new job marketplace for neurodivergent job seekers, the boring stereotype, and Samsung apologizing for their latest advert.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

ICYMI: Fifth Third To Raise Minimum Hourly Wage to $20 on July 4

Fifth Third Bancorp announced that it will raise its minimum wage to $20 per hour beginning July 4. Concurrently, the Bank will provide a wage adjustment for its first four job levels that are above the Bank’s new minimum wage.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

10 Ways LBX is Changing Crypto Currency's Reputation

Sustainable crypto is joining the blockchain space, and the Land Betterment Exchange (LBX) is helping the environment with its green currency initiatives.  

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

FedEx Ground Names Entrepreneurs of the Year

FedEx Ground, a leader in cost-effective package ground shipping, recognized six independent businesses that provide outstanding contract transportation services as FedEx Ground Entrepreneurs of the Year.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

A Special Message From HACR’s President and CEO, Cid Wilson, in the Wake of the Mass School Shooting in Uvalde, Texas

I am deeply saddened by the mass shooting in Uvalde, TX, which led to the loss of 19 elementary school children and two teachers. Our prayers and sympathies go to the families and Uvalde community impacted by this senseless shooting.

Research, Reports & Publications

Chevron 2021 Corporate Sustainability Report: Performance Data

Chevron demonstrates its commitment to transparency and sustainability by reporting metrics and performance data annually. Peruse the data here.

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet Thibault Trancart: A True Accessibility Champion at P&G

P&G is getting ready to officially launch our Accessibility Champions program. The Digital Accessibility Champions are P&G employees that lead the way in making P&G digital experiences accessible for all.

Research, Reports & Publications

Essity's Journey to Net Zero: Sustainable Innovations

Together with partners, we use our experience and resources to accelerate innovation to ensure that our portfolio satisfies customer and consumer demands while contributing to a circular society and net zero future.

Health & Healthcare

6 Ways to Reduce Employee Stress in the Workplace

Widespread remote and hybrid work have introduced plenty of conveniences.

Diversity & Inclusion

'You Belong Here!'

Professional golf takes center stage in Greater Birmingham, Alabama, as fans gather for the Regions Tradition, a Major Championship on the PGA TOUR Champions sponsored by Regions Bank and benefiting area charities including Children’s of Alabama.

Sustainable Development Goals

CNBC Chats With Booster on the Heels of $125M Raise

CNBC's Lora Kolodny, Tech Reporter, spoke with Booster founder and CEO Frank Mycroft to learn more about what the mobile fueling company is doing on the heels of its $125 milliom Series D funding announcement.

Research, Reports & Publications

GoDaddy 2021 Sustainability Report: Sustainability Highlights

Our mission is to empower everyday entrepreneurs everywhere.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Accelerating Innovation Toward a Circular Economy

Consumers, investors, regulators, and employees are all increasingly demanding socially, environmentally, and economically responsible products and services that have been designed, produced, used, and recycled with circularity principles in mind.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Chevron's Investors Call for Improved Methane Disclosures in a Near-Unanimous Vote

An overwhelming 98% of Chevron investors today voted in favor of a shareholder proposal from Mercy Investment Services calling on the oil and gas major to issue an analysis on the reliability of its methane disclosures.

Innovation & Technology

Chemours Announces Process Innovation with New Viton™ Fluoroelastomers Advanced Polymer Architecture (APA) Offering

Chemours announced an industry-leading sustainable process innovation to produce Advanced Polymer Architecture (APA) grade Viton™ fluoroelastomers, without the use of a fluorinated polymerization aid.​

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Georgia-Pacific Helps Temiskaming Hospital Exceed Fundraising Expectations

“The social and economic well-being of citizens is essential to the sustainability of our communities, and Georgia-Pacific is proud to support such a worthy cause that benefits the community and our employees.”

Energy

Markland Hydro Station Generates More Clean Energy After Upgrades

Upgrades at Duke Energy’s Markland Hydroelectric Station near Florence, Ind., increased the plant’s clean, renewable energy output by about 10% and will improve reliability for customers during the next 40 years.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Our Operations, Manufacturing and Supply Chain Sustainability Efforts

For more than 40 years, Herbalife Nutrition has been a leader in providing nutrition products that support people’s health and wellness goals. We are also on a mission to ensure our products are manufactured responsibly and sustainably.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Heroes Work Here: Central Division Chief Lineman's Quick Actions Save a Life

When Chief Lineman Frank Cerankowski arrived home from his job in PSE&G’s Central Division on March 23, his plans included doing some yard work and taking his wife out to dinner to celebrate the couple’s ninth wedding anniversary.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Donates $450,000 to Two Canton Non-Profit Organizations for the Revitalization of Shorb Neighborhood

On Wednesday, the KeyBank Foundation announced it is investing $450,000 in two Canton-based non-profit organization to help revitalize the Greater Shorb Neighborhood. This transformative grant is part of KeyBank’s $40 billion National Community Benefits Plan and is symbolic of the bank’s longstanding commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

PNC's Climate Action Strategy Helps Advance Sustainability Commitments

PNC is committed to accelerating and enhancing its own commitments, disclosures and strategies to better meet the needs of a changing world while supporting its employees, clients, shareholders and the communities it serves.

Health & Healthcare

Announcing: Be the Love, Volunteer! Campaign To Launch in Conjunction With LGBTQ+ Pride Month

The Rainbow Flag has become a global symbol of equality, inclusivity and Pride, and a signifier of June’s month-long celebration for members of the LGBTQ+ community, its allies and corporate supporters.

Diversity & Inclusion

Cisco Networking Academy Strives for Gender Inclusivity in IT

Cisco is committed to building an inclusive future for all. In recognition that women were underrepresented in information and communications technology (ICT), Cisco Networking Academy launched the Women Rock-IT program 14 years ago.

Environment

EarthX TV Delivers Captivating Programs About Our Earth

All your favorite shows that explore conservation, biodiversity, community, and sustainability.

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