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Diversity & Inclusion

Lessons From Black Entrepreneurs

While Black History Month celebrates the past accomplishments and contributions of African Americans to our shared culture, it also provides a chance to look ahead to the future of Black achievement.

Environment

Project to Accelerate the Pace of Tree Plantings for Small Farmers From Arbor Day Foundation, Natural Capital Partners and Taking Root Selected by Microsoft Carbon Removal Program

The Arbor Day Foundation announced a new milestone in the ongoing work with Natural Capital Partners, Microsoft and Taking Root to plant more than 1.4 million trees

Environment

Whirlpool Corporation Commits to Real-World Action Toward a Low-Carbon Future With U.S. Department of Energy

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recognized Whirlpool Corp. for committing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50 percent within 10 years and to work with the DOE to share successful solutions and decarbonization strategies.

Green Infrastructure

Powering Progress to Meet the Challenges of a Changing World

A brand-new report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change provides a grim echo of previous reports – that the world’s population is heading toward a dangerous future if we fail to address the causes of climate change.

Events, Media & Communications

CGF MD Wai-Chan Chan Speaks on Decarbonisation of Consumer Goods at FT Climate Capital Live in London

Managing Director of The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF), Wai-Chan Chan, spoke at the FT Climate Capital Live event in London on how the consumer goods industry must work together to reduce carbon emissions.

Diversity & Inclusion

Tetra Tech Recognizes International Women's Day 2022

Tetra Tech is celebrating International Women’s Day on March 8 to honor the achievements of women in history who helped pave the way for women of today to continue making the world a better place.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How Gildan Plans to Build Long-term Value for Its Communities

Since its beginnings, Gildan has operated on the principle that it is possible to make high-quality and durable apparel manufactured responsibly for people, for the environment, and for the communities in which it operates.

Innovation & Technology

Raven Industries Unveils Upgraded OMNiPOWER™ 3200 Model at Commodity Classic

Raven Industries, Inc. (the Company), the leader in Driverless Ag Technology, announced today the launch of OMNiPOWER™ 3200, the latest model of its autonomous power platform that continues to drive innovation in the industry.

Energy

It's Consumer Protection Week: Learn the Telltale Signs of a Scam

During Consumer Protection Week, PSE&G urges customers to be alert to scams – particularly scams demanding immediate bill payment.

Events, Media & Communications

Principal® Sponsors a Free Virtual One-On-One With Janet Yellin

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re excited to sponsor The 19th Live: One-On-One with Janet Yellen—a free virtual discussion with The 19th.

Health & Healthcare

Q&A: Don't Expect “Old Science” to Guide Return-to-the-Office Protocols

Nearshore Americas spoke with Andreas Wagner, principal & senior practice lead of US Industrial Hygiene at Golder, a member of WSP, to hear his insights on measures organizations must take to ensure the safety of workforces as they return to the office.

Environment

Bayer to Sell Its Environmental Science Professional Business to Cinven for 2.6 Billion U.S. Dollars

Bayer and Cinven have entered into a definitive agreement regarding the sale of Bayer’s Environmental Science Professional business for a purchase price of 2.6 billion U.S. dollars (2.4 billion euros), Bayer announced on Thursday.

Diversity & Inclusion

Hormel Foods Celebrates Women Leading the Way

As one of the World’s Top Female-Friendly Companies by Forbes, women leaders at Hormel Foods share inspiration for the next generation on International Women’s Day.

Diversity & Inclusion

Zero Barriers: How Emphasizing Skills in Career Pathways Can Remove Barriers

Medtronic is moving toward a new future — one in which we use all our strengths to remove barriers to equity in our workplace, industry and communities.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Employee Spotlight: Making Connections Count When They're Needed Most

Since the invasion of Ukraine, stories outlining the ways in which connectivity can play in our world have punctuated the news with hope.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Translating Completely KIDS' Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Commitments Into Action

Completely KIDS, a youth development nonprofit, came to the Charles Schwab Pro Bono Challenge in partnership with Common Impact for support in translating its DEI commitments into meaningful action in alignment with its mission and community.

Events, Media & Communications

EcoVadis Network Grows 50% As Sustainability Improvement Magnitude Triples Ahead of Sustain 2022 Virtual Conference

EcoVadis, the world’s most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, today announced that the EcoVadis Network has grown to include over 750 requesting organizations, a 50% increase since the start of 2021, and over 90,000 of their trading partners and suppliers.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Global Citizen Fellowship Program 2022/23 Powered by BeyGOOD, Expands for the First Time Into Kenya

International advocacy organisation Global Citizen has today announced that for the fourth year of the Global Citizen Fellowship Program powered by BeyGOOD, the organisation will be expanding for the first time into Kenya.

Energy

Helping an Australian Cereal Manufacturer Generate Clean Energy From Waste

Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) technologies is helping a leading cereal manufacturer use anaerobic digestion—a sequence of processes by which microorganisms break down biodegradable material—to generate energy from organic waste.

Innovation & Technology

Cummins' Technology to Be Part of First of Its Kind Hydrogen Plant in Florida

Global power leader Cummins Inc. will supply a 25-megawatt (MW) electrolyzer system for Florida’s first of its kind “green” hydrogen plant, which could lay the groundwork for a 100% carbon-free energy future.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Home Depot Supports Women and Non-Binary Entrepreneurs With Ladies Who Launch Partnership

Ladies Who Launch (LWL) became a nonprofit in 2017 and is dedicated to elevating and empowering women and non-binary business owners and entrepreneurs.

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet Some of the Amazing Women of FIRST

In honor of International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we are please to introduce you to some of the amazing women of FIRST.

Diversity & Inclusion

Opinion: Building an Inclusive World Through Sports, Art, and Culture

How big could the impact of a simple sporting event be on the lives of thousands of LGBTQ individuals in Asia?

Diversity & Inclusion

CRB Celebrates International Women's Day 2022

On this International Women's Day, we're reflecting back on what Sarah Lanning, Process Engineer II, said on stage at CRB's Annual Leadership Meeting earlier this month.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

New Video Series on Park Protection From National Parks Conservation Association and Limestone Branch Distillery

In their new video series, National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) and their partner Limestone Branch Distillery are telling the stories of three people, the role that national parks play in their lives and the actions they have committed to take to ensure our parks are protected.

Latest Campaigns

  1. 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...
  2. Southwire 2024 Sustainability Report
    Southwire was founded in 1950 with the goal of bringing electric light to people who needed it. In 2025, as we celebrate the 75-year history of our...
  3. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
    At Franklin Templeton, we are proud of our commitment to communities where we live and work. Each year, we engage with hundreds of organizations...
  4. 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...
  5. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  6. Social Progress
    Social engagement has always been an integral part of our sense of responsibility as a company. We care and we act to do our part to improve the...
  7. Greener Products and Solutions
    We actively integrate sustainability into the product development process and look at all phases of the product life cycle for opportunities to...
  8. Accelerating access to healthcare technology
    We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...
  9. Innovation Spotlight: Duke Energy
    At Duke Energy, we’re always improving operations and finding smart, safe and innovative ways to power the communities we serve. We’re embracing new...
  10. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  11. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
    The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.
  12. GoDaddy | Customers
    GoDaddy is the world’s largest services platform for entrepreneurs around the globe. We’re on a mission to empower our worldwide community of 20+...
  13. Subaru Love Promise: Community
    Subaru is dedicated to supporting those who need it the most in our communities. From donating food to Feeding America, providing essential items to...
  14. CARE Corporate Partnerships
    CARE works with corporate partners globally to invest in innovative, scalable, impactful, community-based solutions.
  15. 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...