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Responsible Production & Consumption

Rockwell Automation Among 2022 Cogswell Award Winners for Outstanding Industrial Security

The U.S. Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) has named Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) a 2022 James S. Cogswell Outstanding Industrial Security Achievement Award winner.

Research, Reports & Publications

Keysight Accelerates Innovation to Connect & Secure the World

Keysight helps build a better planet through our sustainably developed electronic measurement solutions that accelerate innovations to change lives, secure the world and connect people across the globe.

Innovation & Technology

Wireless in the Wild

On this episode of Mobile Diaries, Shawna and Jason are joined by Jay Christianson to talk about how mobile technology really has helped many connect with nature via the latest connectivity capabilities, even in the remotest of regions.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Blackstone Announces $400 Million Investment in Xpansiv, the Leading Global Carbon and Environmental Commodities Exchange Platform

Blackstone announced that funds managed by Blackstone Energy Partners (“Blackstone”) have committed $400 million to lead a strategic investment in Xpansiv Limited (“Xpansiv”).

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Hershey Recognized as a Leading Community-Minded Company for the 10th Consecutive Year

The Hershey Company celebrated its 10th year of being named an honoree of The Civic 50 by Points of Light, the world's largest non-profit dedicated to accelerating people-powered change.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Southern Company Once Again Earns Top 20 National Ranking of Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, Marking Seven Consecutive Years of Recognition

Southern Company has been named among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, moving up to number 19 on its 2022 list.

Research, Reports & Publications

Stewards of Life Out Here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Honoring the unique contributions our Team Members, customers, communities and suppliers make to our company and our culture.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

NBCUniversal News Group and W.K. Kellogg Foundation Join Forces in Support of Racial Healing

NBCUniversal News Group and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) have entered into an editorial collaboration to promote the dialogue around racial equity issues and help to advance racial healing.

Environment

Water Smarter: Simple Tips To Spruce Up Your Sprinkler System

When it comes to a home’s irrigation system, a little maintenance goes a long way. Cracks in pipes can lead to costly leaks, and broken sprinkler heads can waste water and money.

Diversity & Inclusion

Why I Champion Women's Financial Equality (And You Should, Too)

During the coming PNC Women in Business Week, and throughout the year, PNC will continue its efforts to support women as employees, as business owners and executives, and as financial consumers, as we work to accelerate women's financial equality.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Making Sustainability a Key Part of B2B Sales Conversations

There’s no question that sustainability is an increasingly urgent priority for corporations, as regulators, boards, investors and consumers demand more sustainable ways of doing business.

Research, Reports & Publications

Sappi North America Releases 2021 Sustainability Report, Earns Top Rating for Sustainable Practices

Sappi North America, Inc. released its 2021 Sustainability Report, which incudes the highest possible rating from EcoVadis, the world’s most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Story Behind ‘The Park Bench’: Aflac’s Short Film About Sickle Cell Disease

In case you missed it, Grammy® award-winning artist NAS shared his personal connection to the message behind our award-winning short film about sickle cell, The Park Bench, during the BET Awards.

Environment

Pitney Meadows Community Farm Adds New Irrigation System Thanks to Green Mountain Energy Sun Club Grant

Pitney Meadows Community Farm, Inc. (PMCF) recently added new solar-powered wells and retrofitted existing wells to allow the farm to expand, while reducing its environmental impact thanks to a grant of nearly $50,000 from Green Mountain Energy Sun Club.

Social Impact & Volunteering

KeyBank Teammates Contribute During Annual Neighbors Make the Difference Day

Communities thrive when volunteers unite. That’s why thousands of KeyBank employees volunteer each year, taking responsibility to contribute to the well-being of their local communities

Research, Reports & Publications

Quest Diagnostics Releases 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report

Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX), the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services, today released its 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report.

Energy

Kohler HVO Fuel Capabilities Provide a Major Breakthrough on the Journey to Zero Carbon

Kohler Power Systems has announced that its entire mission-critical generator range is compatible with Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) - marking a significant breakthrough in the usage of alternative fuels in backup power.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Small Business as a Driving Force for Inclusive Growth

Small businesses are a driving force for economic growth. But not every business owner has access to resources needed to be successful. Our Global Entrepreneurship work helps strengthen minority- and women-owned small businesses.

Environment

A Sustainable Future Is Created in Partnership

As we celebrate our 125th anniversary, this feels like a natural moment for reflection. But also to look ahead, because that is what our ‘Imagine Better’ theme is all about.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

MAC Canada Honors of Indigenous Peoples' Day With New Inspire Partnership

As part of our ongoing commitment to advancing equality and access for all, MAC Canada has launched a partnership with Indspire, an Indigenous national charity that invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people in Canada.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Driving Animal Advocacy Through Technology & Motorsports

Giving a voice to these animals provides my life with purpose – to do good and be happy.

Innovation & Technology

How Do You Hire for the Jobs of the Future?

How do you hire or prepare for a job that does not exist yet? Technology will continue to impact the employment landscape, dictating the skills needed for the jobs of tomorrow.

Innovation & Technology

VIDEO—Meeting Our 2050 Targets Through Innovation

As a company, Enbridge has committed to company-wide, net-zero emissions by 2050.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Land Betterment's LBX Exchange Converts to BEP20 Framework From ERC20 For Environmental Proof of Stake Process

Land Betterment Corporation (“Land Betterment” or the “Company”), an environmental solutions company fostering positive impact through upcycling former coal mining and industrial sites to create sustainable community development and job creation

Education

Building a Brand, Lash by Lash, a Beauty Entrepreneur Dreams Big

Eyelash artist Nakia Vestal says the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready courses help her run her business professionally.

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