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Health & Healthcare

Celebrating 30 Years of Delivering Hope and Health With FedEx

April 23rd, 1995. It’s a date etched in the history of Heart to Heart International (HHI) and in the story of a powerful relationship. On that day, a FedEx aircraft made history as the first commercial American aircraft to land in Vietnam since the end of the conflict.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Complimentary Webinar: Understanding the EU CSRD: Building a Robust and Value-Creating CSRD Sustainability Report

Join SCS Consulting Services for a 45-minute discussion on creating a robust and comprehensive EU CSRD-compliant sustainability report that will be assurance-ready.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Provides $35 Million of Financing for New Affordable Housing in Arizona

KeyBank CDLI provided a $13.9 million construction loan and $21.4 million in low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) financing for the construction and rehabilitation of Miami Inspiration Housing in Miami, Arizona.

Environment

LG’s Innovative Solutions Support ‘Better Life for All’ Earth Week and Beyond

From e-waste drives to wildlife habitats and a 3D manatee in Times Square, LG marked Earth Day 2025 with impactful community and conservation efforts—bringing its “Better Life for All” vision to life across North America.

Innovation & Technology

The Power of Progress: Megatrends Shaping Technology and Society

Technology isn’t just evolving—it’s reshaping how we live, work, and connect. As we look ahead to the next decade, three megatrends stand out: advanced communication technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and sustainability.

Environment

Essity: Our Commitments to Sustainability

At Essity, we are committed to improving hygiene and health while responsibly managing our environmental resources. Sustainability is well-integrated into our business, creating lasting value for both society and our shareholders.

Research, Reports & Publications

Sustainable Construction: The United States and Global Trends Decrypted by the 3rd Edition of the Saint-Gobain Barometer

At the crossroads of demographic, social, energy, and climate challenges faced by societies, the construction sector must accelerate its transformation towards a more sustainable model.

Diversity & Inclusion

Giving It Her Best Shot — Empowered Women Empower Others

Bernessa Nuria Ahmed, Women’s Empowerment Network Leader and Regional Channel Manager for AME, from Ghana, speaks about the ripple effect of empowerment

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Recognized on Forbes List of the World’s Best Banks 2025

Fifth Third (Nasdaq: FITB) has been recognized as one of the World’s Best Banks 2025 by Forbes and Statista Inc. The ranking recognizes the best banks in 34 countries based on an independent survey sample of more than 50,000 consumers.

Diversity & Inclusion

Kirsty Coventry Elected IOC President, the First Female President in IOC History

Kirsty Coventry of Zimbabwe was elected today as the 10th President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), and the first female President in IOC history, following 1 round of voting at the 144th IOC Session in Costa Navarino, Greece.

Environment

Providing Clean, Safe Water to Communities in India

For eight years, we've partnered with Planet Water Foundation to bring clean water and hygiene education to rural India. With AquaTowers built by our Pune team, over 15,000 lives have been impacted—one community at a time.


Environment

Making Waves for Wildlife: Manatee Celebrated in NY Times Square

Just in time for Earth Week, the West Indian Manatee makes a splash in Times Square. LG and the National Wildlife Federation bring this gentle giant to life in stunning 3D to raise awareness about endangered species and the need to protect their habitats.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Albertsons Companies Partners With Browne Forest Project To Plant Over 65,000 Trees

As part of its ongoing commitment to the planet, Albertsons Companies is proud to share that its customers have helped plant over 65,000 trees through a partnership with Browne Family Vineyard and One Tree Planted.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Engage for Good Announces Winners of The 2025 Halo Awards

Engage for Good announces winners of The 2025 Halo Awards, honoring individuals and campaigns redefining the social impact industry and challenging conventional best practices for corporate purpose.

Environment

Arbor Day Foundation Invited To Ring New York Stock Exchange Opening Bell on Arbor Day

The Arbor Day Foundation, a global tree planting nonprofit, was invited to ring the New York Stock Exchange Opening Bell for the third time in four years.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Henkel Recognized by GreenCircle for Sustainability Efforts Through Two Certifications

Henkel has recently achieved two significant sustainability certifications from GreenCircle, reflecting their ongoing commitment to drive sustainable transformation at manufacturing sites.

Environment

Baker Hughes: Our Power, Our Planet

Earth Day is a reminder of the responsibility we all share – as individuals, as companies, and as an industry – to drive progress toward a more sustainable energy future.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Provides $50.2 Million of Financing for the Construction of Two New Affordable Housing Properties in Los Angeles

KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) provided $ 23.3 million in construction loans and invested $10.7 million in low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) financing.

Environment

LA Galaxy Plant New Gardens at Annalee Elementary School in Carson, CA In Support of Earth Month and MLS WORKS' Greener Goals Initiative

AEG's LA Galaxy Foundation joined forces with Freeway Insurance and Garden School Foundation to replant and expand the gardens at Annalee Avenue Elementary School in Carson, CA, as part of the MLS (Major League Soccer) WORKS Greener Goals Week of Service.

Innovation & Technology

Elephantech and Logitech Together Drive Disruptive Electronics Innovation

Elephantech Inc. today announced a groundbreaking collaboration with Logitech International to revolutionize peripherals manufacturing and the printed circuit board (PCB) industry.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Named to Newsweek’s List of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2025

Fifth Third (Nasdaq: FITB) has been recognized as one of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2025. This award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Bacardi Is Putting Money Behind People To Make Sure AI Doesn’t Replace Your Bartender

At the end of a long week, many Americans might be looking for the camaraderie of the local watering hole, complete with the friendly barkeep, ready with a clean glass and a sympathetic ear.

Events, Media & Communications

Amid Industry Luminaries, Cascale Engages Fashion Students on Utilizing Higg Index To Scale Sustainability

Rachel Lincoln Sarnoff, director of communications at Cascale, recently presented insights at the Arizona State University Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (ASU FIDM) Fashion Symposium 2025.

Environment

Declining Aluminum Recycling Rates

According to a recent report by the Aluminum Association and the Can Manufacturers Institute, the recycling rate for aluminum beverage cans has hit the lowest point in decades, declining from an average of 52 percent in 1990 to a 43 percent recycling rate in 2023.

Energy

New Jersey Rises in American Council for Energy-Efficient Economy Rankings to #8 This Year From #14 - With Help From PSEG

New Jersey’s rise in the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy rankings to #8 this year from #14 in 2022 highlights the success of utility-driven energy efficiency programs.

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