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3M Volunteers Advance Hands-On Stem Learning

As part of a continued effort to inspire the next generation of scientists, 3M is partnering with DoSomething and Amazon MGM Studios to launch Project STEM Heroes, a nationwide program encouraging young people to explore STEM careers and recognize the mentors who sparked them.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Engage for Good Recognizes the Leaders Shaping Corporate Social Impact

Engage for Good

Environment

Water Stewardship: Why Global Trade Must Invest in the World’s Most Critical Resource

DP World

Environment

Assurant and AT&T Tree for Trade‑In Program Supports Ongoing Reforestation in California Through the Arbor Day Foundation

Arbor Day Foundation

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Pricing Water Risk and Scaling Climate Resilience

NatureVest

Responsible Production & Consumption

Why Living Incomes Matter

Fairtrade America

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Empowered to Build Better: Meet Venelin Krastev

GoDaddy

Environment

The Continuing Evolution of ESG Due Diligence: Why There Are Always Risks to Be Managed and Value to Be Created

Inogen Alliance

Events, Media & Communications

Heart Water Earns Water Stewardship, Resiliency and Water Positive Certifications for Its Rainwater Capture Technology at Its Buda, TX Facility

SCS Global Services

Featured Brands

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

Storytime and Stocks

Investment advisor Craig Robinson had an “A-ha!” moment during his bedtime storytelling routine with his daughters, inspiring the Bull and Bear financial literacy series. He introduced his first book in April 2022.

Hope on Wheels: FedEx Supports The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army’s canteen trucks—many of them donated by FedEx—play a vital role in supporting communities around the world. While these mobile units are best known for providing meals, water, and comfort during natural disasters and other emergencies

3M Volunteers Advance Hands-On Stem Learning

As part of a continued effort to inspire the next generation of scientists, 3M is partnering with DoSomething and Amazon MGM Studios to launch Project STEM Heroes, a nationwide program encouraging young people to explore STEM careers and recognize the mentors who sparked them.

How To Go ‘Beyond Words’ With Acts of Compassion and Kindness

“Beyond Words” is a story of kindness, empathy and friendship, teaching readers of all ages to express compassion without needing to say a word. The book follows Buddy as he discovers how to support a friend coming home from the hospital.

Gina Adams Honored by Dress for Success As Part of Women Who Inspire Campaign

Gina Adams, Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary at FedEx, has been recognized by Dress for Success Worldwide as part of its annual Women Who Inspire global campaign.

Prosperity Now Receives $1 Million Wells Fargo Foundation Grant to Support VITA Organizations Nationwide

Prosperity Now receives a $1 million dollar Wells Fargo Foundation grant to support IRS-certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) organizations nationwide. Grant expands access to trusted, no-cost tax return preparation services.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Driven by Curiosity, Powered by Purpose: Derrick O.’s Journey at Cummins

For nearly two decades, Derrick O. has been at the heart of the engines and power systems that keep industries moving and communities thriving.

Social Impact & Volunteering

"These Olympics Can Serve as a Social Catalyst"

The most decorated Italian skier of all time and the first athlete in history to win a gold medal at three separate editions of the Olympic Winter Games, Deborah Compagnoni shares with Sylvain Bolt her special connection with the event

Responsible Production & Consumption

Complimentary Webinar: New Regulations Shaping the Food Industry in 2026

Join SCS Global Services for our returning webinar on 2026 food industry regulations. Get FDA, USDA, and state updates, plus guidance on risk assessment, compliance, and tips for improving communication and implementing change.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Spotlight on Leadership: A Conversation With Denise Dignam, President and CEO of Chemours

This year, the Delaware Business Times once again included Denise Dignam, President and CEO of Chemours, on its Delaware 222 list of impactful leaders—a recognition that is just one reflection of her broader influence on the company and the industry.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Fairtrade America: Statement on Cocoa Alternatives

Chocolate manufacturers are investing in low-cocoa and no-cocoa alternatives instead of in the six million people worldwide who depend on cocoa farming for their livelihood. Chocolate lovers should demand better.

Events, Media & Communications

Comcast NBCUniversal & the NBA Honor Dr. King's Legacy Through Service, Storytelling, and Community Impact

The NBA honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and legacy each January, urging fans to live his message that "the time is always right to do what is right" through meaningful civic and community action.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Milano Cortina 2026: Bringing Italy’s Communities Together for the Olympic Dream

It’s something we’ve known since childhood: that which history and geography separate, the Olympics unite.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

A C-Suite Framework for Climate Capability in 2026

For decades, climate adaptation lived on the fringes of corporate strategy. It was typically addressed through insurance coverage, emergency protocols, and risk registers.

Events, Media & Communications

Confidence in Solar and Storage Signals Industry Maturity at Infocast’s Projects & Money Conference

Confidence is replacing speculation in the solar and storage sector. Insights from Infocast’s Projects & Money Conference reveal an industry increasingly driven by fundamentals, execution, and long-term value.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Building, Automating, and Learning Every Day: Meet Aarushi Goyal

I was born and brought up in Kota, Rajasthan, often referred to as the educational hub of India. Growing up in a city where engineering dreams take shape, I naturally gravitated toward mathematics and science.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Tetra Pak Invests €60 Million in Owned Pilot Plant To Advance Its Paper-Based Barrier Technology Development

As a part of its long-term ambition to develop the world’s most sustainable food package, Tetra Pak has introduced an innovative solution in its aseptic beverage cartons where the traditional aluminium foil layer is replaced with a new paper-based barrier.

Environment

FedEx Expands Electric Vehicle Fleet in Japan, Advancing Zero-Tailpipe Emissions in Last-Mile Operations

Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, has expanded its zero-tailpipe emissions fleet with the addition of 17 electric trucks.

Events, Media & Communications

S&P Global Lists “Top 10 Sustainability Trends To Watch in 2026”

S&P Global, a worldwide leader in financial information and analytics, recently released a research report on the 10 key trends expected to have the greatest influence on sustainability strategy and decision-making in 2026.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Lenovo Earns EcoVadis Platinum Medal, Ranking Again in the Top 1% of Companies Assessed Worldwide

Lenovo announced that it has once again been awarded the prestigious Platinum Medal from EcoVadis, the world’s leading provider of business sustainability ratings.

Innovation & Technology

From First Click to Final Confirmation: End-to-End Testing for Enterprise Applications

Imagine a customer placing an order online. They browse a website, add items to a cart, and complete the checkout process. It seems simple, right? But behind the scenes, countless systems must work together flawlessly

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

TCC Foundation Receives $400,000 KeyBank Grant to Expand Career Support for Students

Tacoma Community College is expanding its efforts to guide students into careers and four‑year institutions thanks to a new $400,000 grant from the KeyBank Foundation.

Energy

How To Rethink Energy Demand To Build a Sustainable, Resilient Future

Buildings and industry waste 30% of electricity after the meter. As global demand surges, smart energy management is becoming essential. Dave Regnery shares how AI, innovation and bold collaboration can unlock massive savings and build a more resilient, sustainable future.

Sustainable Development Goals

From Insight To Impact: A CNH Pilot Project on Entrepreneurship for Sustainability

From Insight to Impact is a pilot initiative launched by CNH EMEA to nurture internal talent and promote sustainability-driven entrepreneurship within the company. The program targeted young professionals eager to create tangible, lasting impact across the organization.

Events, Media & Communications

20 Years On: How the Torino 2006 Olympic Winter Games Helped Reshape the City

As the Olympic Winter Games return to Italy in 2026, with the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Torch Relay passing through the Piemonte region this week, it is a timely reminder of what hosting can deliver beyond the Closing Ceremony.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CDP Once Again Recognizes Sofidel’s Environmental Commitment

CDP, one of the world’s leading independent organizations for measuring and reporting environmental performance, has assigned Sofidel an A‑ rating for Climate Change and an A‑ rating for Forests

Health & Healthcare

Strategic Stewardship: Navigating Compliance and Corporate Responsibility in Life Sciences

Life sciences companies must work to sustain healthcare advancement and development while uncertainty around National Institute of Health (NIH) funding and other administrative changes stress the industry.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Arranges $43.4 Million for Permanent Supportive Housing in Salt Lake City

KeyBank (CDLI) provided a $27.3 million construction loan on behalf of the Housing Authority of Salt Lake City (HASLC) to finance the rehabilitation and new construction of Permanent Supportive Housing and a subsidized apartment community in Salt Lake City.

Education

Meet Chuan Luo: Michael Kidger Memorial Scholarship Recipient for 2025

Chuan Luo, student at the Wyant College of Optical Sciences at the University of Arizona is the 2025 recipient of the Michael Kidger Memorial Scholarship. We interviewed Chuan to learn how he became interested in optics, his current research projects, and his future goals.

Social Impact & Volunteering

PSEG Staffers Help Nearly 50 Teens at Oasis – a Haven for Women and Children in Paterson, NJ

This Holiday Season, our team had the joy of wrapping gifts for 44 incredible teens in the after-school program at Oasis - A Haven for Women and Children in Paterson, NJ.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Lenovo Recognized as Leader in Sustainability by CDP, Named to the Double A List

With the recent announcement from CDP of their 2025 ratings, Lenovo has once again been recognized as a global leader in transparent reporting for sustainability. Lenovo has received an A climate score and increased its water score to A for 2025.

Latest Campaigns

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.)

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...

Working at Chemours

From the frontline to the back office, every Chemours employee knows they are a part of something bigger than themselves and are proud to be a part of...

Social Impact at Mastercard

At Mastercard, we’re powering economies and empowering people, building a sustainable economy where everyone prospers.

Nutrition and Health

Focus on preventing and treating malnutrition across life stages. Highlights include early detection, community-based treatment (e.g., MUAC screening...

Collaboration and Partnership

Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...