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Wesco volunteers at the Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter worksite.

Volunteering & Community | Wesco International

Wesco Team Members Join 40th Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project in Atlanta, Ga.

Wesco team members proudly participated in the 40th Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project, hosted by Atlanta Habitat for Humanity from May 3 through May 8. This year’s build took place in Langston Park, Atlanta Habitat’s newest planned community in the historic Sylvan Hills.

Events

As Systems for Climate Action Expand, Companies Stay the Course but Revisit Language

Governance & Accountability Institute

Health & Healthcare

Smith+Nephew Joins the Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council

Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council

Research & Reports

AllianceBernstein: The Proof Is in the Proxy: Connecting Governance to Returns

AllianceBernstein

AI & Technology

GoDaddy’s Airo for WordPress Delivers AI That Builds, Grows and Continuously Improves Websites

GoDaddy

Health & Healthcare

How a Breast Cancer Diagnosis Inspired Check for Cancer Champion Adamari López

Aflac Incorporated

AI & Technology

Powering the Future of Energy Smart Data Centers

Trane Technologies

Education & Workforce Development

Bacardi Launches Shake Your Future in Mexico for the First Time

Bacardi-Martini, Inc.

AI & Technology

Continuous Assurance and Sovereign Accreditation Readiness

Keysight Technologies

Featured Brands

Universal Destinations & Experiences and the University of Central Florida Introduce New School to Develop the Future Leaders of Themed Entertainment and Immersive Experiences

Universal Destinations & Experiences and the University of Central Florida introduce the Universal School of Experience Leadership and Innovation.

Bear-y Good News: FedEx Helps Welcome Cub No. 3 to North Carolina Museum

The Museum of Life and Science received a one-year-old male American black bear cub for its Explore the Wild: Black Bear habitat. The 110-pound cub joins the Museum’s two adult black bears, Little (5) and Murray (3).

Inside PNC’s Bilingual Approach to Early Learning

More than 20% of U.S. households speak a language other than English at home, with Spanish by far the most common. Families are also more likely to engage with educational materials when those resources are available in their first language.

Guiding Stars: Heart Health Guidelines Update

Last month, the American Heart Association (AHA) released recommendations for heart disease prevention. This updated guidance highlights the importance of a diet pattern that decreases risk of heart disease. The AHA emphasizes nine key features of a heart-healthy lifestyle.

SAP Named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Carbon Accounting and Management Applications 2026 Vendor Assessment

SAP is proud to be recognized as a Leader for the second time in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Carbon Accounting and Management Applications 2026 Vendor Assessment (doc #US54117126, April 2026).

CAF and Mastercard Join Forces To Expand Access to Finance for Across Latin America and the Caribbean

CAF –development bank of Latin America and the Caribbean– and the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth (the Center), today announced a partnership to support access to credit for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across the region.

Medtronic Study Reveals AI-Enabled Clinician Alerts Significantly Improve Evaluation and Valve Intervention for Patients With Heart Valve Disease

Medtronic, a global leader in healthcare technology, released data from the Addressing undertreatment and heaLth Equity in aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation using an integrated ehR plaTform (ALERT) Trial, designed to address health disparities.

Hiring Our Heroes 2026 Small Business Grant Program Awards

Business leaders and community advocates came together for the 2026 Small Business Grant Program Awards ceremony on April 29 in Washington, D.C.

How a Breast Cancer Diagnosis Inspired Check for Cancer Champion Adamari López

At just 33 years old, Adamari López was thriving in her career and had quickly become a household name. She was successful, happy, healthy and felt unstoppable. It was then that an ordinary moment changed her life.

The Truist Championship and the Charlotte Trail of History Unveil Commemorative Statue Honoring Golf Pioneer Dr. Charles Sifford

he Truist Championship, in partnership with the Charlotte Trail of History, unveiled a commemorative statue honoring Dr. Charles Sifford at Elizabeth Park, celebrating the trailblazing golfer’s enduring legacy and ties to the Charlotte community.

Recent Alerts

Education & Workforce Development

SC Johnson and 4th Family Team Up to Empower Youth in Underserved Communities by Leveraging the Power of STEM and Sports

SC Johnson, the maker of household consumer brands including Windex®, OFF!® and method®, today announced a partnership with 4th Family, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering youth in underserved communities.

Research & Reports

Measuring Progress - Creating Impact

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany has published its 2021 Sustainability Report. The report describes in detail how the company is moving towards and tracking its three sustainability goals.

Volunteering & Community

Medtronic LABS and Partners Expand Healthcare Access in Kenya

Medtronic LABS’ announced that their Empower Health program in Kenya is now expanding from six counties to the entire country of nearly 54 million people.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Whirlpool Corp. Designs 'Kaizen Power Pitch' Competitions to Share Best Practices at Plants Across the Globe Through Spirit of Competition

Kaizen is a Japanese term that means “change for the better,” and it’s also the name given to projects at Whirlpool Corporation plants worldwide that are aimed at generating savings, eliminating waste, and improving efficiency, safety and quality.

Energy & Infrastructure

Vistra's Brightside Solar Facility is Now Online

Vistra today announced that its Brightside Solar Facility in Live Oak County, Texas, is online and generating electricity.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Timberland Brings Eco-Innovation to New Footwear for SS22

In support of its vision for a greener future, Timberland pushes the boundaries of eco-innovative design in light, bright footwear styles for spring.

Energy & Infrastructure

How Alibaba Cloud Data Centers Will Reach 100% Clean Energy By 2030

Alibaba Cloud is on track to meet carbon reduction targets as it upgrades server-storing data centers around the world, according to a scientist on the project.

Research & Reports

CNH Industrial Publishes Its 2021 Sustainability Report

CNH Industrial has published its 2021 Sustainability Report.

Health & Healthcare

Delos: How to Use ESSER Funds to Help Improve School Air Quality

The Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund creates a valuable opportunity to help students and staff return to in-person learning.

Corporate Responsibility

Speaking of Sustainability: The Importance of Leading by Example

In this latest installment of Speaking of Sustainability, Henry Yin, Insulation plant leader, talks about the importance of leading by example to better empower and build confidence in employees to speak up about safety.

Awards & Rankings

Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE Recognize Dow Among 100 Best Companies to Work For® for 2nd Consecutive Year

Dow has earned a place on the Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® list, for the second consecutive year. Dow is the only materials science company to be recognized.

Environment

Tarmac and Align's Concrete Plan to Fight Climate Change

British building materials company Tarmac has joined forces with Align to develop a new low-carbon concrete solution for HS2 Phase One, to help mitigate the climate crisis.

Environment

Women Climate Leaders Make a Difference in Communities Worldwide

Pact works hand in hand with local communities to respond to climate change, forge effective management systems and build responsible nature-based enterprises. Here, we share the stories of three Pact staff members who are making a difference.

Environment

Expanding Environmental Commitments

Research & Reports

Drive Trust with Connected ESG Reporting with KPMG and Workiva

Effective ESG reporting programs drive change and strengthen stakeholder trust. KPMG has teamed with Workiva to address ESG data collection, aggregation, data management controls, and reporting challenges.

Corporate Responsibility

Chevron Executive Rhonda Morris Joins UNCF Board of Directors

Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) announced that Rhonda Morris, chief human resources officer of Chevron, has joined the board of directors of the United Negro College Fund (UNCF). Morris joined the ranks of the board in March 2022.

Inclusion & Opportunity

"Systemic Change" Where It's Needed Most

John Gregory, president of NCUS, and Dr. Joshua Joseph, MD, MPH, FAHA from The Ohio State University lay out the possibilities before us and the challenges that all of us need to join together to overcome.

Inclusion & Opportunity

MAC Cosmetics Celebrates Transgender Day of Visibility 2022

M·A·C is proud to be a place where LGBTQIA+ people have been welcomed since day one to express their creativity, play with colour and be their true selves – and we are committed to continuing this legacy in all that we do.

Philanthropy

NortonLifeLock Celebrates Earth Month

NortonLifeLock scales our positive environmental impact by partnering with organizations dedicated to protecting the planet. Meet our newest partner Barefoot College International and hear about the Solar Mamas we are supporting in over 90 countries.

Corporate Responsibility

Redefining What It Means to Have Work-Life Balance

“The traditional model of work-life balance puts an emphasis on time and tells us we have to choose either work OR life,” shared Dr. Graham. “The reality is that this is simply unattainable.”

Awards & Rankings

Comcast Cable Honored as a 2022 VETS Indexes 5 Star Employer

“At Comcast, we take pride in creating an inclusive workforce where our military-connected teammates are each empowered be their authentic self and to grow in their careers.”

Corporate Responsibility

Marathon Petroleum Transport Driver Thrives in New Career

Angel Reeves spent 15 years working as a mid-level manager in corporate America. She had a desk job while she raised her family, but she always felt like she wanted to get out and explore the world.

Philanthropy

Fearless Hearts: Realizing Lives Beyond Trauma

To deliver programs like Journey to Success, Vista Maria relies on the support of donors. Enbridge recently contributed a $10,000 Fueling Futures grant to help the organization offer these meaningful afterschool services.

Corporate Responsibility

How Chemours Is Making the World a Better, More Inclusive Place Through Responsible Chemistry

At Chemours, we carry our responsibilities with pride and with real optimism for the future. Human progress in the next normal depends on chemistry and responsibility coming together for a better world.

Inclusion & Opportunity

These Women Say a Tech 'Returnship' Is Offering Invaluable Training, Support to Re-Enter the Workforce

Balancing a career with the demands of family life is a consistent challenge for women.

Latest Campaigns

Thermal & Specialized Solutions

Chemours’ Thermal & Specialized Solutions (TSS) business sits at the intersection of chemistry, physics, and design, making it a leading provider of...

Policy and Regulation

Cascale shares insights regarding policy and regulation impacting the consumer goods industry, and highlights how it's supporting members prepare for...

Leadership

Cascale demonstrates industry leadership and collaboration to drive collective action, by sharing insight into key sustainability topics inside and...

PSEG Awards & Recognition

PSEG and its employees are honored to receive a number of awards and recognition from organizations from a variety of disciplines. This recognition...

Southwire Giving Back

Our neighbors depend on us, just as we depend on them, so we are committed to improving the quality of life in the communities in which we work. At...

Kingfisher Around the World

The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...

Rethinking EHS Podcast

Join us as we travel the world to uncover real stories of impact—from landfills and energy transition to workplace safety, emerging contaminants, and...

AEG's Commitment to Sustainable Operations

AEG's sustainability initiatives are designed to reduce our consumption of the planet’s limited resources. Through our comprehensive sustainability...

AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism

AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...

Opportunity for All

At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...