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Diversity & Inclusion

The Scotiabank Women Initiative Launches Accelerator Program and Virtual Conference for Women in the Automotive Industry

The Scotiabank Women Initiative® is proud to launch the Women in Auto Accelerator, a first-of-its-kind mentoring and networking accelerator program to help women build their careers in the Quebec automotive industry.

Research, Reports & Publications

Aflac Incorporated Releases First Sustainability Bond Report

Aflac Incorporated announced today that it has released its Sustainability Bond Report one year after issuing its first sustainability bond.

Diversity & Inclusion

Lessons From Black Entrepreneurs

While Black History Month celebrates the past accomplishments and contributions of African Americans to our shared culture, it also provides a chance to look ahead to the future of Black achievement.

Environment

Project to Accelerate the Pace of Tree Plantings for Small Farmers From Arbor Day Foundation, Natural Capital Partners and Taking Root Selected by Microsoft Carbon Removal Program

The Arbor Day Foundation announced a new milestone in the ongoing work with Natural Capital Partners, Microsoft and Taking Root to plant more than 1.4 million trees

Environment

Whirlpool Corporation Commits to Real-World Action Toward a Low-Carbon Future With U.S. Department of Energy

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recognized Whirlpool Corp. for committing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50 percent within 10 years and to work with the DOE to share successful solutions and decarbonization strategies.

Green Infrastructure

Powering Progress to Meet the Challenges of a Changing World

A brand-new report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change provides a grim echo of previous reports – that the world’s population is heading toward a dangerous future if we fail to address the causes of climate change.

Events, Media & Communications

CGF MD Wai-Chan Chan Speaks on Decarbonisation of Consumer Goods at FT Climate Capital Live in London

Managing Director of The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF), Wai-Chan Chan, spoke at the FT Climate Capital Live event in London on how the consumer goods industry must work together to reduce carbon emissions.

Diversity & Inclusion

Tetra Tech Recognizes International Women's Day 2022

Tetra Tech is celebrating International Women’s Day on March 8 to honor the achievements of women in history who helped pave the way for women of today to continue making the world a better place.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How Gildan Plans to Build Long-term Value for Its Communities

Since its beginnings, Gildan has operated on the principle that it is possible to make high-quality and durable apparel manufactured responsibly for people, for the environment, and for the communities in which it operates.

Innovation & Technology

Raven Industries Unveils Upgraded OMNiPOWER™ 3200 Model at Commodity Classic

Raven Industries, Inc. (the Company), the leader in Driverless Ag Technology, announced today the launch of OMNiPOWER™ 3200, the latest model of its autonomous power platform that continues to drive innovation in the industry.

Energy

It's Consumer Protection Week: Learn the Telltale Signs of a Scam

During Consumer Protection Week, PSE&G urges customers to be alert to scams – particularly scams demanding immediate bill payment.

Events, Media & Communications

Principal® Sponsors a Free Virtual One-On-One With Janet Yellin

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re excited to sponsor The 19th Live: One-On-One with Janet Yellen—a free virtual discussion with The 19th.

Health & Healthcare

Q&A: Don't Expect “Old Science” to Guide Return-to-the-Office Protocols

Nearshore Americas spoke with Andreas Wagner, principal & senior practice lead of US Industrial Hygiene at Golder, a member of WSP, to hear his insights on measures organizations must take to ensure the safety of workforces as they return to the office.

Environment

Bayer to Sell Its Environmental Science Professional Business to Cinven for 2.6 Billion U.S. Dollars

Bayer and Cinven have entered into a definitive agreement regarding the sale of Bayer’s Environmental Science Professional business for a purchase price of 2.6 billion U.S. dollars (2.4 billion euros), Bayer announced on Thursday.

Diversity & Inclusion

Hormel Foods Celebrates Women Leading the Way

As one of the World’s Top Female-Friendly Companies by Forbes, women leaders at Hormel Foods share inspiration for the next generation on International Women’s Day.

Diversity & Inclusion

Zero Barriers: How Emphasizing Skills in Career Pathways Can Remove Barriers

Medtronic is moving toward a new future — one in which we use all our strengths to remove barriers to equity in our workplace, industry and communities.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Employee Spotlight: Making Connections Count When They're Needed Most

Since the invasion of Ukraine, stories outlining the ways in which connectivity can play in our world have punctuated the news with hope.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Translating Completely KIDS' Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Commitments Into Action

Completely KIDS, a youth development nonprofit, came to the Charles Schwab Pro Bono Challenge in partnership with Common Impact for support in translating its DEI commitments into meaningful action in alignment with its mission and community.

Events, Media & Communications

EcoVadis Network Grows 50% As Sustainability Improvement Magnitude Triples Ahead of Sustain 2022 Virtual Conference

EcoVadis, the world’s most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, today announced that the EcoVadis Network has grown to include over 750 requesting organizations, a 50% increase since the start of 2021, and over 90,000 of their trading partners and suppliers.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Global Citizen Fellowship Program 2022/23 Powered by BeyGOOD, Expands for the First Time Into Kenya

International advocacy organisation Global Citizen has today announced that for the fourth year of the Global Citizen Fellowship Program powered by BeyGOOD, the organisation will be expanding for the first time into Kenya.

Energy

Helping an Australian Cereal Manufacturer Generate Clean Energy From Waste

Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) technologies is helping a leading cereal manufacturer use anaerobic digestion—a sequence of processes by which microorganisms break down biodegradable material—to generate energy from organic waste.

Innovation & Technology

Cummins' Technology to Be Part of First of Its Kind Hydrogen Plant in Florida

Global power leader Cummins Inc. will supply a 25-megawatt (MW) electrolyzer system for Florida’s first of its kind “green” hydrogen plant, which could lay the groundwork for a 100% carbon-free energy future.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Home Depot Supports Women and Non-Binary Entrepreneurs With Ladies Who Launch Partnership

Ladies Who Launch (LWL) became a nonprofit in 2017 and is dedicated to elevating and empowering women and non-binary business owners and entrepreneurs.

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet Some of the Amazing Women of FIRST

In honor of International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we are please to introduce you to some of the amazing women of FIRST.

Diversity & Inclusion

Opinion: Building an Inclusive World Through Sports, Art, and Culture

How big could the impact of a simple sporting event be on the lives of thousands of LGBTQ individuals in Asia?

Latest Campaigns

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    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...
  2. PNC: Commitment to Early Childhood Education
    We're focusing on early learning to help children succeed. Research has shown that the first five years of a child's life is critical to long-term...
  3. 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...
  4. Cascale Events
    Cascale organizes and participates in a series of events, leveraging its position as a global convener of close to half the sector to bring together...
  5. Sustainability
    Leading the logistics sector towards a more sustainable future by investing in innovative green technologies, enhancing operational efficiency, and...
  6. ESG Voices: Short Podcasts Addressing the Opportunities and Challenges of ESG
    This podcast series takes a deep dive into the opportunities and challenges of ESG and what it means for businesses and communities through interviews...
  7. Local Communities
    The principals of living and working in synergy with the communities in which we operate, as well as collaborating on projects that benefit those...
  8. 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...
  9. Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 5
    Welcome to Season 5 of Healthy Spaces by Trane Technologies, the podcast where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation...
  10. Biomimicry and Ray of Hope Accelerator
    The Ray C. Anderson Foundation has partnered with the Biomimicry Institute to create the Ray of Hope Accelerator, designed to bring commercially...
  11. Drive for MPC
    At Marathon Petroleum, our professional truck drivers share one common vision: no accidents, no injuries, and no harm to the environment. We’re proud...
  12. Goals That Inspire: Environmental Stewardship
    Through our Goals That Inspire we have established aggressive commitments with targeted and measurable metrics which will require innovation...
  13. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  14. Social Impact at Mastercard
    At Mastercard, we’re powering economies and empowering people, building a sustainable economy where everyone prospers.
  15. Growth Through Sustainability
    Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...