Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

This Campaign Brightened the Holiday Season for Families Still Struggling Amidst the Pandemic

Jan 5, 2022 9:05 AM ET

With online shopping carts already brimming with Cyber Week deals, 2021 is poised to be a record holiday spending season, according to Deloitte’s annual holiday retail survey, which polls U.S. consumers and executives

Sustainable Development Goals

Aramark Rolls Out Cool Food Meals On Residential Dining Menus, Identifies 350 Lower Carbon Footprint Dishes

Jan 5, 2022 9:00 AM ET

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK), the largest U.S.-based food service provider, is making it easier for students at 10 U.S.-based universities to make climate-friendly choices, by introducing Cool Food Meals on residential dining menus this semester.

Diversity & Inclusion

Sharing Their Journeys: Women in Gas Operations Love Their Work

Jan 5, 2022 9:00 AM ET

Upgrading pipelines is physically demanding work and can present extra challenges for the 5’ 2” Cristina Ramirez, who has worked in natural gas since 2018 but joined PSE&G Gas Operations last summer.

Health & Healthcare

Illumina CEO Reflects on the State of Genomics in 2021

Jan 5, 2022 9:00 AM ET

COVID-19 inflicted tremendous suffering in 2021, taking almost 3.5 million lives this year, more than died from HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria combined last year.

Environment

Digital Farming Around the Globe

Jan 5, 2022 8:45 AM ET

Whether they’re pulling carbon out of the atmosphere, or finding fair market prices for their produce, farmers are using digital tools to move agriculture forward.

Environment

What Do You Do After Turning 50?

Jan 5, 2022 8:30 AM ET

The Arbor Day Foundation turns 50 this year and you can rest assured that we are going to celebrate. After all, we have a million members, supporters and partners to thank in helping us reach this significant milestone anniversary.

Energy

Black & Veatch Report: Renewable Energy Integration Key to Asia's Decarbonization, Energy Transition

Jan 5, 2022 8:25 AM ET

The integration of renewable energy into grid systems is the biggest challenge facing Asia’s electric industry, according to findings from this year’s Black & Veatch Asia Electric Report.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Showing Our Gratitude: Addressing COVID-19 Takes a Global Effort

Jan 5, 2022 8:20 AM ET

Taking on COVID-19 isn’t just a team effort — it’s also a global one. Here at Merck, we’re grateful to all the people who have worked hard to keep us safe, along with everyone around the world helping to combat the pandemic.

Environment

30 Years and Millions of Fish Later, He's Still Finding Ways to Help Florida

Jan 5, 2022 8:20 AM ET

Eric Latimer’s newest redfish and will help him with a first-of-its-kind project to release fish on Florida’s east coast.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Democratizing Access to Care With Digital Health: Kalia Health and General Prognostics Win the 2021 Connected Patient Challenge

Jan 5, 2022 8:10 AM ET

In the next two decades, the global population over age 65 is expected to increase exponentially. With this aging population, we will see a rise in the development of chronic conditions like cardiovascular diseases and diabetes.

Energy

Integrated Geospatial Mapping Solutions for Planning, Siting, and Permitting Energy Projects

Jan 5, 2022 8:00 AM ET

Renee Walmsley, who leads Tetra Tech’s geomatic technologies group in North America, explores the applications and benefits of remote sensing and precision mapping technologies to streamline energy project planning, siting, permitting, and asset management.

Education

CNH Industrial's “We Care, We Share“ Initiative Supports Education in Thailand

Jan 4, 2022 4:00 PM ET

CNH Industrial recently inaugurated a youth technical training program in collaboration with Sa Kaeo College of Agriculture and Technology in Thailand, contributing to the education of the next generation for local agriculture communities.

Energy

SCE Files Bold Plan to Accelerate Transition to Healthier, Clean Energy Homes

Jan 4, 2022 2:55 PM ET

Southern California Edison is proposing to create healthier, clean energy homes and businesses by reducing the use of carbon-emitting fossil fuels in buildings through the installation of about 250,000 electric heat pumps across its service area.

Environment

New Year's Resolution Solution: Make Mindful Food Packaging Choices

Jan 4, 2022 2:15 PM ET

Choosing glass packaging when you can is a simple, quick step you can take as you work toward your healthy New Year’s resolutions.

Education

Panasonic and Olympian Katie Ledecky Partner to Inspire Student STEM Innovation and Unlock the Power of Technology

Jan 4, 2022 2:00 PM ET

To inspire student innovation in science, technology, engineering, and math Panasonic Corporation of North America is partnering with olympian Katie Ledecky to launch the STEM Forward educational initiative and engaged Discovery Education to help make this educational program a reality.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Circular Economy at Owens Corning: What Are Sustainable Products?

Jan 4, 2022 2:00 PM ET

We’re continuing our look at the Circular Economy and studying how to design sustainable products with their end of life in mind, to make it easier to recycle or reuse the materials.

Sustainable Development Goals

Global Compact Network Canada Searches for Canadian Business Leaders Committed to Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals

Jan 4, 2022 2:00 PM ET

As part of the 2022 UN Global Compact SDG Pioneers program, Global Compact Network Canada launched its national search for professionals who are committed to advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Environment

Top EHS & Sustainability Social Media Accounts to Follow in 2022

Jan 4, 2022 1:45 PM ET

Whether you’re into environment, health, safety, or sustainability, our roundup of top 20 social media accounts will help you stay in-the-know on EHS&S hot topics and news. Discover these leaders and learn why each one deserves a follow in 2022.

Health & Healthcare

Gilead's Rohini Mehtani, Ph.D. Reflects on The Importance of ASH21

Jan 4, 2022 1:30 PM ET

Gilead’s Rohini Mehtani, Ph.D. reflects on the importance of ASH21.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

International Paper Reflects on 2021

Jan 4, 2022 1:10 PM ET

2021 has been a big year for us all, and we've seen great things happening at our company and in our communities around the world. We're excited to highlight our favorite moments from the past year all month long.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Power of Words: How this 22-Year-Old Activist Turned Author is Tackling Inequality

Jan 4, 2022 12:20 PM ET

Being a Lenovo Innovator naturally aligns with Jeremiah Emmanuel's personal mission of enabling others to realize their full potential.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Food and Beverage Manufacturing: 6 Trends to Watch

Jan 4, 2022 11:15 AM ET

Like a powerful locomotive, the food and beverage manufacturing industry has incredible forward momentum, driven by innovative new processes and products.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

ESG Commitments Maintain Strong Positioning in Sustainability Rankings

Jan 4, 2022 11:15 AM ET

If you’re going to talk the talk, you need to walk the walk.

It’s been just over a year since Enbridge committed to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2050.

Environment

Majority of People Support Carbon Removal Investment to Help Combat Climate Change

Jan 4, 2022 10:30 AM ET

A survey of 1,500 respondents was conducted by climate services firm BeZero Carbon and research company Stack Data Strategy following COP26, with 45 per cent of people revealing they want such an investment, even if it impacts business revenue.

Diversity & Inclusion

Military Veterans Strengthen SAIC Inside and Out

Jan 4, 2022 10:15 AM ET