Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Why Traditional Evacuation Plans Fall Short in Hybrid Work Environments

Antea Group

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How a Supplemental Insurance Safety Net Can Cover Any Path While You’re Growing Up

Aflac Incorporated

Education

Cisco and Quest Alliance Are Modernizing Vocational Training for India’s Next-Gen Workforce

Cisco Systems Inc.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Helping Students Understand AI in the Classroom

Gen Digital Inc.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Mastercard: A Billion Connected: How We’re Empowering Even More People on the Road to Financial Health

Mastercard

Innovation & Technology

The Doctor Will See You Now: The Value of Human Connection in AI-Supported Medicine

DaVita

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

CVS Health: Thank You! City Hall Place Grand Opening Kansas City, Kansas

CVS Health

Diversity & Inclusion

Chemours Marks Women’s History Month Through Employee Engagement and Community Impact

Chemours

Featured Brands

Wells Fargo Helps Drive Growth in West Charlotte With $6 Million

Wells Fargo today announced a $6 million philanthropic investment in Charlotte, North Carolina, reinforcing the company’s long‑standing commitment to the city.

What It’s Like To Grow Up With a Trach

Grace's story is a powerful look at life with a tracheostomy (trach) and the strength of a family navigating a diagnosis.

PNC Surpasses Community Benefits Plan Commitment With $119 Billion in Community Investments

Surpassing our original $88 billion commitment with $119.3 billion in capital investments, loans and philanthropic support, PNC expanded homeownership, small business growth and community revitalization initiatives in low- and moderate-income (LMI) communities nationwide.

One Million Items Collected! Taco Bell® Sauce Container U.S. Recycling Program

For years, Taco Bell’s iconic hot sauce packets have been part of fans’ biggest and boldest moments, from elevating everyday meals to inspiring fashion statements and even unforgettable marriage proposals.

Ditch “Aisle Anxiety” With Guiding Stars

According to a recent survey of US adults, more than a third of respondents experience “aisle anxiety” when grocery shopping. And 39% feel “overwhelmed” by all the options. The survey also found that the average shopper spends four minutes deliberating over each item.

Connecting Across Continents With Women of Cisco Networking Academy

Through Cisco Networking Academy, millions of learners each year gain the skills and credentials they need to lead, create, and thrive in the tech industry. Here, we’re showcasing a few of Cisco Networking Academy’s inspiring women and their unique career journeys.

How a Supplemental Insurance Safety Net Can Cover Any Path While You’re Growing Up

Life is full of unexpected moments, and unique choices and conventional milestones, like getting married or starting a new job, can be bypassed or reached at different times by different people.

Cisco and Quest Alliance Are Modernizing Vocational Training for India’s Next-Gen Workforce

When Priya first enrolled in a vocational training program at her local Industrial Training Institute (ITI) in northern India’s Haryana state, the prospect of a career in technology felt like a future that belonged to someone else.

Mastercard: A Billion Connected: How We’re Empowering Even More People on the Road to Financial Health

Over the past decade, nothing has reshaped the global economy more than digitalization. Nearly 80% of adults worldwide now have a bank or mobile money account, and 84% of adults in low‑ and middle‑income countries have a mobile phone.

Expanded Student-Athlete Mental Health Initiatives Tip Off During 2026 NCAA Final Four Weekend

LG Electronics USA partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness to enhance mental wellness resources at the host schools of the 2026 NCAA Final Four men’s and women’s college basketball tournaments Indiana University, Indianapolis and Arizona State University

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Responsible Production & Consumption

Timberland Announces Move to Source Leather from Regenerative Ranches

Outdoor lifestyle brand Timberland announced a new partnership with Other Half Processing to build a responsible leather supply chain sourced from ranches that employ regenerative practices.

Environment

We’ve Entered a New Chapter of Consumer Sustainability Expectations. Is Your Organization Poised to Deliver?

What does the newest chapter in consumers’ changing, eco-focused mindsets mean for your company or your role as a sustainability leader?

Environment

"Teeming" for Wildlife in Pennsylvia

For more than 20 years, this Domtar mill has been using organic and nutrient-rich wastewater treatment residuals and acid-balancing lime residuals to rejuvenate old mine site

Environment

Keysight: Building a Better Planet for Today and Tomorrow

Keysight strives to build a better planet for today’s and tomorrow’s generation. To achieve our vision, we align our industry leadership and corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts to accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Pay It Forward by Giving Back: Families of Fallen American Soldiers

All too often U.S. military service members give their lives in service to their country. What if there was a way to give back to the families of those soldiers?

Environment

JetBlue Prepares its Business for a New Climate Reality

JetBlue announced that it will offset CO2 emissions from jet fuel for all domestic flights beginning in July 2020, making it the first major U.S. airline to take this critical and measurable step toward reducing its contribution to global warming.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Breathing New Life Into Old Lab Equipment

In light of growing concern over the accumulation of single-use and disposable products, new recycling solutions have emerged.

Health & Healthcare

College Snacking Trends 2020: From Midnight Munchies to Ethical Snacking

Whether it is the Midnight Munchies or Grab & Go between classes, college students ace snacking.

Innovation & Technology

Arrow Electronics Helps Racecar Driver Sam Schmidt Regain Independence Two Decades After Accident Leaves Him Paralyzed

To help Schmidt reclaim his independence and drive again, engineers at Arrow Electronics modified a Chevrolet Corvette to create a smart, connected vehicle that he can operate safely and independently.

Research, Reports & Publications

CECP’s Investing in Society: Focus on Performance

Investing in Society is the must-read source offering practical evidence of the corporate sector’s shift toward being increasingly purpose-driven.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Rayuwa: Translating John Deere’s Purpose Into Practice

“We work with, fund, and have seen lots of other programs. We have never seen anything like Rayuwa. It is truly integrated. The progress the Rayuwa team has made in just a few months and the level of engagement by the community is incredible.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Tae Yoo, Cisco’s Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs on Cisco’s CSR Philosophy

The following is an excerpt from Cisco’s 2019 CSR report. Tae Yoo leads Cisco’s social investments and stewards CSR and sustainability across the business. She directs Cisco’s business, technical, and financial assets to accelerate global problem solving to positively impact people, society, and the planet.

Events, Media & Communications

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Helps Corporations Discover Purpose

Corporate citizenship is rapidly changing. In recent years, corporate citizenship has transformed from a nice–to–have to a must–have for the largest multinational corporations.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CNH Industrial Joint-Venture Plant in Erenler, Turkey, Achieves Silver Level Designation in World Class Manufacturing

CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE: CNHI /MI: CNHI) announces that its joint-venture TürkTraktör manufacturing facility in Erenler, Turkey has become the latest plant to be certified Silver Level in the World Class Manufacturing (WCM) program.

Research, Reports & Publications

Aflac Survey Says Majority of Consumers Want Companies to 'Take a Stand'

According to the 2019 Aflac Survey on Corporate Social Responsibility, consumers and investors reflect a distinct and growing tendency to increase pressure on American corporations when it comes to serving the social good.

Diversity & Inclusion

JetBlue Equals: A Platform for Diversity & Inclusion

JetBlue Equals represents our diversity and inclusion efforts as an organization. Our work is centered around three key pillars: foster a diverse talent pipeline, promote cultural competency, and cultivate inclusive partnerships.

Education

How a D.C.-Based Nonprofit Supports Scientific Learning for Kids of All Ages.

To help foster the next generation of scientists, Subaru has partnered with AAAS on two inspiring book initiatives.

Diversity & Inclusion

AEG Joins CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™

Furthering its commitment to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, AEG, the world’s leading sports and live entertainment company, today announced that Dan Beckerman, President and CEO, has signed the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Newsweek Names Tetra Tech One of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2020

Newsweek recognized Tetra Tech as one of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2020.

Responsible Production & Consumption

The Future of Preservation is Sustainable Tourism

Innovation & Technology

FCA Joins Plug and Play and MMSDC Partnership Creating Mobility Innovation Hub in Detroit

FCA today announced that it will join a partnership formed between Plug and Play, the largest global innovation platform for startups and corporations, and the MMSDC to bring a new innovation hub to Detroit by June 2020.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

IVECO Brings Sustainable Natural Gas Power to London’s New Year’s Day Parade

IVECO lent its support to the London Borough of Wandsworth’s Council for yesterday’s London New Year’s Day Parade, helping to ensure the Borough’s sustainable float had the minimum environmental impact

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

20 for ’20: Best of the Decade — And the Best of What’s to Come!

Since launching in 2015, the T-Mobile Foundation and our employees have together given almost $14 million to more than 13,000 organizations, and this year alone they volunteered more than 70,000 hours to more than 9,000-plus non-profit organizations.

Environment

Safety Committees: Finding Clarity in the Complexity

What is a Safety Committee? Is your organization required to have a Safety Committee? This is a current but complex issue right now.

Green Infrastructure

RFCI Launches ASSURE CERTIFIED™

The Resilient Floor Covering Institute and SCS Global Services announce a new program to ensure the continued growth and popularity of Rigid Core Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) marketed and sold in North America. The program is called ASSURE CERTIFIED™.

Latest Campaigns

Sustainability by Antea Group

At Antea Group, we believe the best sustainability programs integrate sustainability into core business practices, we identify and act on relevant...

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...

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...

KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service

KeyBank Foundation helps build thriving communities by supporting organizations and programs that foster thriving students and a thriving workforce...

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...

2025 Performance Report

Entergy’s 2025 performance report, “Energy for a better future” presents an overview of our company’s 2025 achievements, future plans and strategies...

Aflac Stories

Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.

IWBI | Workplace Wellness

A WELL Certified™ project has the potential to add measurable value to the health, well-being and happiness of people in the buildings. It can also...

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...

Community Investment

all community engagement efforts (e.g., Teach for All, volunteerism, etc.)