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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Home Depot Foundation Commits Up to $300,000 To Support Flood Relief in Kentucky and Surrounding States

The Home Depot Foundation is committing up to $300,000 to support immediate disaster relief efforts in the communities impacted by the devastating flooding in the Appalachia and Midwest regions.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Ecocentricity Blog: Reflecting on Ten Years of our Philanthropic Voyage

A sailing parable is the perfect way to capture our foundation’s philanthropic philosophy. We’ve worked hard to put it into effect in our first ten years, and we are proud of our efforts. Still, there is much work to be done.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Olympic Values Education Programme Launched in India With Inaugural Project in Odisha

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has launched the first Olympic Values Education Programme (OVEP) in India, with the Olympism-themed curriculum being integrated into the school education system in the state of Odisha.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

PSEG Announces 2022 Second Quarter Results

Public Service Enterprise Group (NYSE: PEG) reported Net Income of $131 million, or $0.26 per share for the second quarter of 2022, compared to a Net Loss of $177 million, or $0.35 per share, in the second quarter of 2021.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank Announces $300,000 Grant to Africatown Community Land Trust

Africatown Community Land Trust (ACLT) has announced a $300,000 donation from KeyBank to expand its small business development program that helps entrepreneurs incubate and grow their companies.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whirlpool Corp. and Habitat for Humanity Drive Climate-Resilient and Energy-Efficient Home Construction for Lower-Income Families

This is all part of Whirlpool Corp.’s global corporate responsibility approach called House+Home, which contributes to comfortable and nurturing places to live and supports resilient, thriving, and sustainable communities.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Paychex Recognized by Nasdaq in Times Square for 2022 Worlds Most Ethical Companies Listing

Thank you to the team at Nasdaq for recognizing Paychex and our 2022 Worlds Most Ethical Companies recognition this week in the center of NYC’s Times Square!

Events, Media & Communications

First Look at the 3BL Forum's Main Stage

3BL Forum: Brands Taking Stands® –Now What? will once again convene in-person on October 25 at Pier Sixty in New York for our ‘high-octane’ conversations with corporate leaders on how they think about and address today’s complex business challenges

Innovation & Technology

Meeting the Mission: Rapid Acquisition of Advanced Technology Through Small Business Innovative Research

The Tetra Tech Federal IT Group supports federal agencies, including the Department of Defense (DoD), in accelerating solutioning on priority challenges through the Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) program.

Research, Reports & Publications

Pilgrim’s Celebrates 2021 Sustainability Accomplishments

Pilgrim’s [NASDAQ: PPC], a leading global food company, today announced the release of its 2021 Sustainability Report, which includes progress updates toward the organization’s 2030 goals that were announced last year.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Land Betterment To Deploy ekō Homes to Victims of Eastern Kentucky Flood

Land Betterment’s ekō homes have been quickly mobilized to provide safe and sustainable housing for families devastated by eastern Kentucky storm damage.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Congressional Testimony: Climate Disclosure Is Financial Disclosure

In 2003, Ceres and a handful of investors met with the Securities and Exchange Commission for the first time to discuss the importance of mandatory climate disclosure to give investors the information they need to adequately manage their risks.

Diversity & Inclusion

Purpose 360: Reimagining the Possible With PwC

Shannon Schuyler, PwC’s U.S. Chief Purpose and Inclusion Officer, leads the professional services firm’s efforts to deliver and embed purpose throughout culture and operations.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CNH Industrial Ranked Among Most Innovative Companies in Brazil

CNH Industrial has once again been recognized as one of Brazil’s most innovative businesses in the annual ‘Valor Inovação Brasil’ awards.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Edison Volunteers Join the Great L.A. River Cleanup

Employees remove a stunning array of pollutants, including cigarette butts and microplastics, from a river estuary to benefit climate adaptation.

Diversity & Inclusion

Profile in Innovation: Melanie Robinson, The Trailblazer

Melanie Robinson is an inspiring example of an employee who imagines a more inclusive workplace and wider STEM community every day.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Ralph Lauren Earns Parity.Org's “Best Companies for Women to Advance” Designation for Third Year

For the third consecutive year, Ralph Lauren is honored to be named a "Best Company for Women to Advance" by Parity.Org® and proud to maintain parity in our leadership representation at the VP level and above.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Bayer Expands Existing Investment To Acquire Majority Share in Sustainable Lower Carbon Oilseed Producer Covercress Inc.

Investment delivers on Bayer’s commitments to sustainability and may help decarbonize agriculture and reduce reliance on nitrogen fertilizer with combined expertise of existing investors, Bunge and Chevron

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

The Michigan Diversity Council Recognizes Top Organization and Leader Awardees at the Second Annual National Black Men in Leadership Summit

The Michigan Diversity Council will host the second annual National Black Men in Leadership Summit. The event, in partnership with the National Diversity Council will focus on the theme, “Resilient Leadership: Connection, Community and Contribution.”

Research, Reports & Publications

A Letter From Quest Diagnostics' Chairman, CEO, and President

I am pleased to share our 2021 Corporate Responsibility report.

Health & Healthcare

Only 8% of Americans Receive Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder

While 28 million Americans live with alcohol use disorder, less than 8% receive treatment for their disease.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Tapestry Earns Great Place to Work® Certification™

We’re proud that Tapestry has been named a Great Place to Work® for 2022! This certification recognizes employers who create an outstanding employee experience.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

SAIC Talking Values Podcast Ep. 4: Empowerment

In the fourth edition of our Talking Values podcast series, Michael LaRouche, president of SAIC's National Security and Space Sector, leads a discussion on empowerment with his colleagues Kimberly Dickson, Jose "JR" Rivera and Laura Blumberg.

Health & Healthcare

Medtronic Mobile Lab Trucks Expand Access to Healthcare Tech

With the expansion of Mobile Labs’ fleet from three to six trucks, Medtronic will go from training 2,000 healthcare providers (HCPs) a year on how to use our technologies to more than 5,000 in 38 states across the United States.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Kohler Co. Ranks in Top 10 for 2022 Fast Company's 'Best Workplaces for Innovators'

Fast Company today announced its fourth annual Best Workplaces for Innovators list, honoring organizations and businesses that demonstrate a steadfast commitment to encouraging innovation at all levels.

Latest Campaigns

  1. KeyBank's Community Investment
    In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...
  2. PNC: Commitment to Early Childhood Education
    We're focusing on early learning to help children succeed. Research has shown that the first five years of a child's life is critical to long-term...
  3. AEG Celebrates Inclusion
    At AEG, we embrace inclusion and strive to create a workplace where our employees feel welcomed, valued and respected for the viewpoints, ideas...
  4. Cascale Events
    Cascale organizes and participates in a series of events, leveraging its position as a global convener of close to half the sector to bring together...
  5. Sustainability
    Leading the logistics sector towards a more sustainable future by investing in innovative green technologies, enhancing operational efficiency, and...
  6. ESG Voices: Short Podcasts Addressing the Opportunities and Challenges of ESG
    This podcast series takes a deep dive into the opportunities and challenges of ESG and what it means for businesses and communities through interviews...
  7. Local Communities
    The principals of living and working in synergy with the communities in which we operate, as well as collaborating on projects that benefit those...
  8. KeyBank's Community Investment
    In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...
  9. Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 5
    Welcome to Season 5 of Healthy Spaces by Trane Technologies, the podcast where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation...
  10. Biomimicry and Ray of Hope Accelerator
    The Ray C. Anderson Foundation has partnered with the Biomimicry Institute to create the Ray of Hope Accelerator, designed to bring commercially...
  11. Drive for MPC
    At Marathon Petroleum, our professional truck drivers share one common vision: no accidents, no injuries, and no harm to the environment. We’re proud...
  12. Goals That Inspire: Environmental Stewardship
    Through our Goals That Inspire we have established aggressive commitments with targeted and measurable metrics which will require innovation...
  13. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  14. Social Impact at Mastercard
    At Mastercard, we’re powering economies and empowering people, building a sustainable economy where everyone prospers.
  15. Growth Through Sustainability
    Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...