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Responsible Production & Consumption

What I Learned About Net Zero From a Recent #CiscoChat

Cisco recently hosted a #CiscoChat event that took a deeper look at net zero with the help of subject matter experts across the company.

Innovation & Technology

Spot the Robot Dog Helps Humans Inspect Nuclear Power Plant

Spot, the four-legged robot dog, purchased in 2021, is the newest inspector gadget to join Oconee and the company’s growing pack of robotic technology.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Critical Role of the Responsibility Team at AllianceBernstein

Integrating ESG into the investment process can create a path to better outcomes, but the “how” matters. Watch this video to learn more about the important role that responsibility plays at AB.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Yum China Launches First KFC Green Pioneer Stores in Hangzhou and Beijing

Yum China Holdings, Inc. today announced the launch of KFC’s first Green Pioneer Stores in Hangzhou and Beijing, aiming to further integrate innovative solutions for building net-zero restaurants in the future.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

The Home Depot Wins 2022 ENERGY STAR Retail Partner of the Year for Sustained Excellence

For the 11th time, The Home Depot® has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy for its partnership with ENERGY STAR.

Diversity & Inclusion

Closing the Representation Gap in Schools, One Black Male Teacher at a Time

The deficit of Black male teachers in the United States is profound. According to the U.S. Department of Education, Black men comprise just 2% of all teachers. The Man the Bay fellowship offers a multi-pronged solution.

Health & Healthcare

Through Thick and Thin, Boston Scientific Makes Mental Well-Being a Priority

At the onset of the pandemic, as employees around the globe wrestled with disrupted schedules and increased caregiving responsibilities, Boston Scientific relied on what it was hearing from employees to fully understand their needs.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

'A Lasting Legacy' Habitat For Humanity and Whirlpool Corporation Collaborate for Milestone Home 50 Build

Habitat for Humanity of Findlay/Hancock County and Whirlpool Corp. Findlay Operations are continuing a two decade legacy by teaming up to build the milestone 50th Habitat home in Findlay/Hancock County.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Georgia-Pacific Foundation Invests $10,000 in Angelina College's Technology and Workforce Development Program

Angelina College and Georgia-Pacific are teaming up to build the workforce of the future in manufacturing.

Research, Reports & Publications

The Case for ESG and Responsible, Sustainable Investing: New Fifth Third Bank White Paper Resource for Institutional and Retail Investors

Fifth Third Bank is releasing an in-depth and informative white paper called The Case for ESG and Responsible, Sustainable Investing.

Sustainable Development Goals

Minera El Abra Provides Support for Local Seafood Market

A new esplanade constructed with financial support from Minera El Abra will help provide economic opportunity in the El Loa Province in northern Chile.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

New 'Star Wars' Hospitalwear Unveiled on ABC's 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

Disney, Lucasfilm and Starlight Children’s Foundation® To Distribute ‘Star Wars’-Themed Hospitalwear to Children’s Hospitals Around the Country

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

SCE Supports Affordable Housing Through Habitat LA

Cynthia E., her husband Valdemar C. and their two children never thought their dream of owning a home would become a reality because of the rising cost of living in their Long Beach community.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CNH Industrial Brazil Once Again Receives the Great Place to Work Certification

CNH Industrial has been recognized, once again, as one of the best companies to work for in Brazil. The company was again awarded the Great Place to Work (GTPW) seal.

Innovation & Technology

Update: AMD 30x25 Energy Efficiency Goal in High-Performance Computing and AI-Training

As more and more devices become “smart devices” containing embedded processors with internet connectivity and often cameras, the explosion of data creation continues at an exponential pace.

Diversity & Inclusion

Finding Opportunity in Every Experience: an Interview With Senthil Pichandi

As a mentor to the next generation of leaders, Senthil Pichandi reinforces the importance of celebrating what makes us unique and taking the time to teach and learn about others to create a more inclusive and equitable world.

Health & Healthcare

Planning Ahead: National Hurricane Preparedness Week Is May 1-7, 2022

From our friends at the Red Cross, here are five steps you can take to get your household ready now to help protect you and your loved ones.

Social Impact & Volunteering

YouGiveGoods Announces New President

YouGiveGoods announces that Teddy Frain has been named President of the company. Mr. Frain will guide the company that pioneered the e-commerce for charitable giving platform over ten years ago into its second decade.

Responsible Production & Consumption

From Scrap Plastic to Fantastic: Enbridge Gas Workers Rethink Waste

What comes to mind when you see a plastic Muskoka chair?

If you’re Tom Canellos or Graham Waller, you’re reminded of an opportunity to improve the environment and create value from waste.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Pentair Earns 2022 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence Award

Pentair, a leading provider of water treatment and sustainable solutions, is proud to announce it received the 2022 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Energy Tech Startups Need 'Later Stage' Financial Boost to Escalate

With the race against time for the UK to reach its ambitious target of net zero emissions by 2050, there has never been a more pivotal time to embrace innovations in order to achieve this goal.

Diversity & Inclusion

P&G Honors Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month — Through Action

Inspirational new film builds on P&G’s foundation of award-winning content to raise awareness, spark dialogue, and bring communities together

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Koch Industries Earns 2022 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award for Energy Management

Koch Industries, Inc. (“Koch”) today announced that it has earned the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award for 2022.

Environment

Celebrating Earth Day the KFC Way

A new KFC restaurant opens somewhere in the world every 3.5 hours, so it’s never been more important for us to grow sustainably and minimize our environmental impact.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

LG Electronics Honored by U.S. EPA as 2022 Energy Star Partner of the Year

LG Electronics has been named 2022 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year-Sustained Excellence by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

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