Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Research, Reports & Publications

ScottsMiracle-Gro 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report: Operations and Supply Chain

May 19, 2021 9:10 AM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

Building Bridges to Combat Asian American Violence

May 19, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Chinese American Susanna Chiu, director of Energy Services at PSE&G, says the foundation of her 35-year career at the utility is problem-solving.

Innovation & Technology

Protecting Health Care Data Through Shared Responsibility for Data Security

May 19, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Tetra Tech’s Nolan Morrison, who supported the implementation of the Data Guardian program for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), discusses the importance of collaboration and shared responsibility for protecting personal health information.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Trane Technologies Recognized by Forbes, Financial Times and 3BL Media for Leadership in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Performance

May 19, 2021 7:45 AM ET

Trane Technologies plc, a global climate innovator, recently earned three prestigious rankings: Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers for Diversity’, Financial Times ‘Europe’s Climate Leaders 2021’, and 3BL Media’s ‘100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2021.’

Education

Trane Technologies Commits $100 Million and 500,000 Volunteer Hours to Building Sustainable Futures for Underrepresented Populations

May 19, 2021 7:30 AM ET

Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator, announced today that it has launched Sustainable Futures

Research, Reports & Publications

Suzano 2020 Report: Renewing Life Inspired by Trees

May 19, 2021 5:00 AM ET

Suzano is a Brazilian company and a global reference in developing sustainable and innovative solutions from renewable sources. It is the world's leading producer of eucalyptus pulp and one of Latin America’s largest paper producers, the corporation, through its products, plays a part in the lives of over two billion people.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Wells Fargo Recognized Among the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media

May 18, 2021 8:30 PM ET

Wells Fargo is excited to work with others on 3BL Media’s list of 100 Best Corporate Citizens to create lasting change in our communities and continue our commitment to ESG.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

IWBI Launches WELL Homes Advisory to Extend into Single-Family Home Market

May 18, 2021 6:20 PM ET

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) today announced the launch of its new WELL Homes Advisory to guide IWBI in expanding its evidence-based, third-party verified WELL offerings to address the design and construction of homes worldwide.

Health & Healthcare

Mobile Mindfulness: The Future of Mental Health

May 18, 2021 5:40 PM ET

Through discussions with health experts and a T‑Mobile employee using the company’s digital well‑being benefits, we take a closer look at how the evolution of mental health tools are providing more viable options for so many people in need.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Four Steps Organizations Can Take On Decarbonization Now

May 18, 2021 5:15 PM ET

Here in the U.S., the public sector has set ambitious decarbonization goals, including recommitting to the Paris Agreement and outlining the Biden-Harris Climate Plan.

Environment

The Path to Zero-Waste Across South America

May 18, 2021 5:00 PM ET

Fabio Belasco, Health and Safety specialist for CNH Industrial in Brazil, is a man on a mission. The goal? To achieve zero-waste at all of the Company’s manufacturing plants right across the country.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Qualcomm Named to 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2021

May 18, 2021 3:45 PM ET

Among the 1,000 largest, U.S. public companies, Qualcomm ranked #2 in the Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment industry, and #28 overall.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

NortonLifeLock Ranks #1 on ESG Performance

May 18, 2021 3:35 PM ET

NortonLifeLock has again been named to 3BL Media’s 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking. This marks our second year on this prestigious list, which recognizes outstanding ESG transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest, U.S. public companies.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Comcast Joins Community Organizations to Launch Xfinity WiFi-Connected “Lift Zones” Across Greater Atlanta

May 18, 2021 3:20 PM ET

Comcast announces two new Xfinity WiFi-connected “Lift Zones” in greater Atlanta to support low-income students, families and others impacted by the global pandemic.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Mobile Health Teams Provide Health Care Access Amid Pandemic and Following Civil Unrest

May 18, 2021 2:50 PM ET

Senam Akyea, a high school student in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota, knew this wouldn’t be a typical school year. Throughout the uncertainty of the pandemic and following the civil unrest from last summer, she knows her peers are feeling stress and anxiety.

Innovation & Technology

Digitalization and the EHS&S Field - How to Really Approach the Boom

May 18, 2021 2:25 PM ET

Change is coming and you never know where it hits you and where it gives you wings – this was one of the big lessons in recent years with bringing EHS&S to the forefront of change and company strategy.

Environment

The Time to Act on PFAS Risks Is Now, Before It's Too Late

May 18, 2021 2:10 PM ET

PFAS compounds, known as “forever chemicals,” have been around for decades. But as our understanding of their impact on the ecosystem grows, so too is the urgency to take action on them. Here’s what businesses need to know right now.

Energy

Powering Hershey With Solar

May 18, 2021 2:05 PM ET

Our new solar projects with BayWa r.e. Solar Projects LLC / Americas and National Grid Renewables are key in pursuit of our 2030 goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and advance environmental action.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Owens Corning Is #1 on the 3BL 100 Best Corporate Citizens List for 2021

May 18, 2021 1:50 PM ET

Owens Corning is proud to be ranked #1 on 3BL’s 100 best corporate citizens list… again. It’s the first time a company has earned this position three times in a row, and we’re honored to have our work recognized.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Our Sustainability Framework: Eldorado's Rock-Solid Foundation

May 18, 2021 1:15 PM ET

At Eldorado Gold, we quite literally “build from the ground up” – and operating sustainably is part of our bedrock – locked into the core of how we do business and woven into our values.

Sustainable Development Goals

Returning to the Skies With Sustainability in Mind

May 18, 2021 1:05 PM ET

As a business that today relies on fossil-based jet fuel, we recognize our responsibility to reduce our impact on the planet.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CBRE Named to 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2021

May 18, 2021 12:15 PM ET

3BL Media has named CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE) to its annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, which recognizes companies with outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) track records.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Stanley Black & Decker Named to 100 Best Corporate Citizens Ranking for the Second Year in a Row

May 18, 2021 12:00 PM ET

This is Stanley Black & Decker’s second year being named to the 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, coming in at #69 overall and #8 in the Capital Goods Industry.

Diversity & Inclusion

AEG's Tamala Lewis to Be Honored by Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce As Catalyst Award Recipient in 2021 Diversity Awards

May 18, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Tamala Lewis, senior director of community affairs and Foundation at AEG’s Dignity Health Sports Park (DHSP) in Carson, Calif. will be honored as the first Catalyst Award recipient of the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2021 Diversity Awards on Wednesday, May 19.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Pro Bono Perspectives S3E10: Caroline Barlerin, Platypus Advisors

May 18, 2021 12:00 PM ET

What is the tech sector’s role in society, democracy, and philanthropy? Platypus Advisors' Caroline Barlerin and Common Impact's Danielle Holly discuss just that through the lens of systemic inequity, diversity, and the pandemic.