Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Keep up with the latest news from 3BL’s clients.



Social Impact & Volunteering

From Olympic Glory to Community Impact: Sevran Will Welcome Paris 2024 Pool

International Olympic Committee

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Beyond the Code: Meet Rahul Jayaram

GoDaddy

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Circular Electronics Partnership Joins Forces With Global Electronics Council

Global Electronics Council

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Mastercard: How Entrepreneurs Are Finding Strength in Numbers

Mastercard

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Creating Pathways to Affordable Homeownership Through Community and Banking

US Bank





Editors Pick

Research, Reports & Publications

Dayforce Highlights Impact Through Innovation in Annual ESG Report

Dayforce, Inc., a global human capital management (HCM) leader that makes work life better, today released its annual ESG Report, Impact Through Innovation.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Free Tax Prep Services Secures Nearly $43M in Tax Refunds for Entergy Customers in 2023

An annual sponsorship of free tax preparation services has been a cornerstone of Entergy’s corporate social responsibility initiatives to help customers facing financial challenges and uplift our communities out of poverty.

Health & Healthcare

Thousands of Covid-19 Vaccines Reach Patients in Mexico

Last week, Direct Relief distributed 14,500 Covid-19 vaccines, donated by Pfizer Mexico, that will be administered to patients free of charge as part of an effort to protect people over the age of 12 in the State of Mexico from the Omicron variant.

Health & Healthcare

From Code to Care: AI Is Healthcare’s Most Significant Disruptor and HARMAN Is Looking To Harness It with HealthGPT

Digital transformation enabled healthcare organizations to collect and store vast amounts of patient data — but there's a downside. As much as 90% of this data is unsearchable, and even searchable data is commonly stored in unconnected silos.

Responsible Production & Consumption

How U.S. Soy Farmers Innovate for the Future of Farming

U.S. Soy farmers use sustainable solutions to meet our growing populations’ needs, producing essential nutrients while using fewer natural resources.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Bacardi Supports Restoration of La Esperanza Park in Puerto Rico

Giving back to communities has been part of the legacy of family-owned Bacardi since it began the business more than 160 years ago.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

The Road to Recycling: Carton Council Origin Story – Part 2: The Evolution

The Carton Council’s podcast series continues with its fourth episode, “The Road to Recycling: Carton Council Origin Story – Part 2: The Evolution.”

Health & Healthcare

Parents and Caregivers Report a Reduction in Anxiety and Distress in Young Cancer Patients Using the My Special Aflac Duck

In a clinical trial led by researchers at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University School of Medicine parents and caregivers report a reduction in distress and anxiety among young children undergoing cancer treatment after playing with a robotic duck known.

Innovation & Technology

How Mobility-as-a-Service Can Encourage Green Behavior and Low-Carbon Transport

A new digital platform being piloted in cities around the world is making public transportation more efficient, economical, and accessible, while encouraging low-carbon travel.

Environment

Growing Green: Managing an Eco-Friendly Avocado Nursery

Avocados are having their day in the sun. From breakfast to dinnertime, this creamy delicacy is enjoyed in tacos, guacamole, smoothies, desserts and more.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

GreenMoney Interviews: Kirsten James on Ceres’ Valuing Water Finance Initiative

As the global water crisis worsens, so do financial risks facing companies and their investors.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) – Top 8 Questions About Uncertified Operations and Missing the March 19, 2024 Deadline

On March 19, 2024, the “Strengthening Organic Enforcement” (SOE) final rule, published in the Federal Register a year ago, reached its “implementation” date.

Health & Healthcare

New Documentary Released by Medtronic: “A Voice for Health”

Watch as the team travels to Kenya to capture the everyday stories from people who utilize LABS' technology to better track their health.

Responsible Production & Consumption

BLACK+DECKER reviva™ — Bringing Sustainability to Home Products

In 2021, BLACK+DECKER, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, released a completely new power tool line, reviva™, rooted in the concept of designing for circularity and ushering in a new wave of product innovation and built using Eastman's Tritan™ Renew copolyester.

Health & Healthcare

Collaboration for Healthier Lives Launches Preventative Health Playbook

CGF Healthier Lives partnered with Kearney to release a playbook for companies looking to launch or accelerate preventive health initiatives using the latest digital technologies.

Events, Media & Communications

Keysight’s Best of 2023 Webinar Library

Curious to uncover what captivated your peers in 2023? Dive into our curated collection of most-watched sessions, packed with valuable insights, latest technical knowledge and emerging trends.

Diversity & Inclusion

Wealth Management Head Ford Serves As Keynote Speaker at Black Excellence Awards

As a young man fresh out of college, Scott Ford fancied himself having an expensive car, going on nice vacations, living the “good life.” But, he said, reality quickly set in when he started paying his own rent and buying groceries.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Mastercard: Complex Not Complicated

The Mastercard 2024 Global Inclusive Growth Summit returns on April 18, 2024. As we look forward to coming back together in person and virtually, we offer these highlights from the 2023 event, hosted by Mastercard and the Aspen Institute.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

KeyBank Affirms Commitment to Accessible and Affordable Pathways to Homeownership

As part of its commitment to helping clients on their individual financial journeys, KeyBank (NYSE:KEY) continues to offer resources and education for those seeking to achieve the dream of homeownership.

Research, Reports & Publications

Bristol Myers Squibb Releases 2023 ESG Report Demonstrating Progress and Setting New Long-Term Goals

Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE: BMY) today published its 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report detailing the company’s meaningful progress, evolved strategy, and aspirational goals toward its ESG efforts.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Gaza: Six Months Into the Conflict, More Than 1 Million People Are on Brink of Famine

After six months of conflict in Gaza, 1 million people are on the brink of famine.

Sustainable Development Goals

I’m Breaking New Ground at CNH – John Kariuki

CNH has developed its I’m Breaking New Ground series to recognize organizations and individuals who are committed to making a difference.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bath & Body Works Named to Newsweek’s List of “Most Trustworthy Companies in America”

Today Bath & Body Works announces its inclusion on Newsweek’s list of Most Trustworthy Companies in America.

Health & Healthcare

Why More Clinical Labs Are Turning to Whole-Genome Sequencing for Cancer

Whole-genome sequencing (WGS) use is more established for rare and pediatric disease, but next-generation sequencing in clinical use for cancer consists of various approaches.

Education

Baker Tilly’s Internal Audit Into Higher Education’s Evolutionary Risk Management Ally

Higher education is at an inflection point, with many institutions fighting for their existence. Changing student demographics and needs, evolving technologies and market demands and the COVID-19 pandemic have compelled colleges and universities to evolve.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Aflac Voices
    Hear from Aflac’s senior leaders and subject matter experts about industry trends and more.
  2. Plastics Footprint
    We aspire to be a leader in driving innovative solutions that address the problem of plastic pollution and enable a circular economy. We are committed...
  3. 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...
  4. Sustainability by Antea Group
    At Antea Group, we believe the best sustainability programs integrate sustainability into core business practices, we identify and act on relevant...
  5. Cascale Events
    Cascale organizes and participates in a series of events, leveraging its position as a global convener of close to half the sector to bring together...
  6. Sustainable Operations
    ops-related sustainability content (e.g., new electric equipment, decarb efforts, etc.)
  7. Sustainability by Antea Group
    At Antea Group, we believe the best sustainability programs integrate sustainability into core business practices, we identify and act on relevant...
  8. Southwire Giving Back
    Our neighbors depend on us, just as we depend on them, so we are committed to improving the quality of life in the communities in which we work. At...
  9. KeyBank: Responsible Banking
    Everyone’s financial journey is different. We make intentional efforts to meet the individual needs of clients and communities through a diverse range...
  10. Cascale Events
    Cascale organizes and participates in a series of events, leveraging its position as a global convener of close to half the sector to bring together...
  11. Goals That Inspire: Positive Social Impact
    Through our Goals That Inspire we strive to make a positive difference in our communities by relying on our ability to understand their needs and then...
  12. 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...
  13. Nutrition and Health
    Focus on preventing and treating malnutrition across life stages. Highlights include early detection, community-based treatment (e.g., MUAC screening...
  14. Enriching Women's Lives
    60 years ago, Mary Kay Ash created an unparalleled opportunity for women to define their own successes and control their own futures. Her vision of...
  15. Stories of Purpose at Truist
    See how Truist teammates are living out our purpose, mission and values to serve our clients, teammates, and communities.