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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

Environment

Fifth Third Hosts Employee E-Waste Take Back Events

Bank volunteers helped to unload and sort dropped-off items, which also included unwanted paint and paper for reuse and/or recycling. In Madisonville alone, more than 6,300 pounds of electronics were collected to be recycled.

Environment

Get Equipped for Climate Leadership With These E-Learning Courses

Transitioning to a low-carbon, climate-resilient future requires significant investment and innovation, and the private sector has a crucial role to play.

Volunteering & Community

Creative Artists Agency Announces U.S. Offices Will Close for “Election Day of Service”

Leading entertainment and sports agency Creative Artists Agency (CAA) has announced that Election Day on November 8, 2022, and future Midterm and Presidential Election Days, will be paid Days of Service for all U.S. employees.

Events

Focus on Consumers, Industry Collaboration, Technology & Sustainability: The First Edition of the Supply Chain Conference Officially Ends After Three Days

The first edition of the Supply Chain Conference (SCC) from The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) has officially come to a close in Amsterdam.

Philanthropy

Kohler Co. Commits $300,000 in Support of Safe Water for All As Associates and Broader Community Trek 8.8 Million Kilometers

Kohler Co. committed $300,000 to fund safe water projects and partner organizations around the globe stemming from its annual Kohler Run/Walk for Safe Water held during the month of September 2022.

Awards & Rankings

Announcing the Winner of the TaroWorks Enterprise Grant

In partnership with Qualcomm through its Qualcomm® Wireless Reach™ initiative, TaroWorks will award $20,000 to We Care Solar to streamline their inventory management, incident and maintenance tracking, and their monitoring & evaluation.

Energy & Infrastructure

Scanning New Horizons for Bold Solutions

Meet the team working to bring fresh ideas to life as innovative technologies to fuel the future of energy.

Environment

Inogen Alliance Publishes 2021 ESG Report

Inogen Alliance is pleased to publish our inaugural ESG Report for 2021. The commitment areas outlined in our ESG policy concentrate on the improvement of our processes and target where we can make the biggest impacts internally.

Events

ESG Talk Podcast: Localizing ESG Across the Globe Ft. Barjouth Aguilar, Flex

Barjouth Aguilar, Head of Global Sustainability at Flex, joins Workiva’s Mandi McReynolds on this week’s episode of ESG Talk.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

HBI Dominican Republic Launches Sustainable Fashion Project

HBI in the Dominican Republic has partnered with the Slow Fashion Foundation and a group of public and private entities to launch the Textile Recovery Project, helping to transform the fashion and apparel industry into a more environmentally friendly business.

Corporate Responsibility

12 Employee Benefits That Make Boston Scientific a “Best Place To Work”

At Boston Scientific, our people are at the core of what we do – and our appreciation for them is reflected in our wide range of employee benefits. Wherever you are in life, we meet you with the physical, emotional, and financial support you need.

Education & Workforce Development

NortonLifeLock Celebrates Cybersecurity Awareness Month With a Dynamic Learning Program

We are excited to launch a new partnership with the National AfterSchool Association and Discovery Education, which includes a $2.4 million investment from NortonLifeLock through 2025, and will help develop a thoughtful Cyber Safety program.

Inclusion & Opportunity

MAC Cosmetics Honors 2022 Spirit Day

In honor of Spirit Day, M·A·C teamed up with influencers @flawlesskevin, @princessdimo, @nicolaisnotcool, @julianncortezz, and @msmaverickmuse to “Go Purple” and give back to the LGBTQIA+ community through M·A·C VIVA GLAM.

Environment

In Case of Emergency: Plans to Prepare Your Business for the Unknown

Preparing for the unknown as a business can be daunting. We've broken down what plans are available to you, what they do, and which ones you should use in your facility – focusing on low-risk and high-risk facilities.  

Corporate Responsibility

Expedia Group 2021 Global Impact Report: Green Leadership

We have activated companywide initiatives to improve overall sustainability; however, effecting real change will require engagement from us all.

Socially Responsible Investing

Impact Investing for Social Justice: Looking Back and Moving Forward

Like so many impact investors, we’ve hit an inflection point.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Rockwell Automation to Support The Royal Mint's Precious Metal Recovery Facility

Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) is working with The Royal Mint to design, build, and commission a facility to safely recover valuable metals from electronic products.

Awards & Rankings

Martin Currie Receives Strong Ratings Under the Principles for Responsible Investment's 2021 Reporting Framework

Martin Currie received strong ratings under the UN-supported Principles for Responsible Investment’s (PRI) 2021 reporting framework.

Environment

Project Captures Fog Water for Thirsty Plants Under Threat

A ground-breaking project is underway in Gran Canaria and Portugal (where fog and wind conditions are prevalent) to capture fog water which is used to help combat the perils of drought and deforestation, while helping prevent soil erosion.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

How International Paper Manages Healthy & Abundant Forests

Our leadership in forest stewardship centers on two targets that are driving our progress toward our Vision 2030 goal.

Education & Workforce Development

Transformative Educational Approach 'Begins With the End in Mind'

When the Collab-Lab mobile unit parks outside a preschool in Houston, parents and caregivers trust it’s filled with activities to support their child’s learning.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Cracking the Code on Supply Chain Sustainability: How AI and Data Are Creating More Responsible Operations

The interconnectedness of climate change and supply chain disruptions highlights the complexity of supply chains, including the impact in realizing the 2030 vision of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Energy & Infrastructure

Remanufacturing Expansion in South Carolina To Serve Customers and Meet Cummins' Sustainability Strategy

Cummins Turbo Technologies celebrated the expansion of its new turbo remanufacturing operations in North Charleston, South Carolina, earlier this month to better serve customers and help meet the company’s sustainability strategy.

Socially Responsible Investing

Hari Balasubramanian on Investor Interest in Nature-based Solutions

An interview with Hari Balasubramanian as part of a series unraveling how investment in nature-based solutions delivers positive environmental, social and economic impacts, creating a better future for everyone.

Philanthropy

Planet Water Foundation Supports 120,000 People in Ukraine With Emergency Response Water Systems

Planet Water Foundation, a leading non-profit organization focused on providing access to clean, safe water, is responding to the water crisis in Ukraine by deploying emergency drinking water systems for civilian uses in villages

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...