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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

4th Consecutive 100% For Blackstone on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index

Blackstone has achieved a score of 100% on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index (CEI), earning the designation as a “Best Place to Work for LGBT+ Equality” for the fourth year in a row.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Entergy's Top 10 Corporate Social Responsibility Moments of 2021

At Entergy, we are on a journey with our stakeholders to improve lives, build businesses and create prosperity. This was no different even during another year of unprecedented challenges.

Research, Reports & Publications

FedEx Publishes Delivering for Good 2021 Report: Using Our Global Network and Logistics Expertise to Help People and Communities in Need

We are one the few companies in the world that has the global network and logistics expertise capable of assisting with precious shipments or responding quickly in times disaster. It’s a responsibility that we take seriously.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Pentair Awarded EcoVadis Silver Medal

Pentair has been awarded a Silver Medal by EcoVadis in its first enterprise-wide sustainability assessment.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Corporate Equality Index: Rockwell Automation Earns Perfect Score for 10th Consecutive Year

Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) has earned a top score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index.

Environment

How Airthings Reinvented Radon Monitoring with Modern Technology

Radon is an undetectable radioactive gas that naturally occurs as uranium decays in rocks and soil. Outside, radon concentration remains low, but it can build up to dangerous levels over time inside homes.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Regions Investment Management Named a Best Place to Work in Money Management by Pensions & Investments, Inc.

Regions Investment Management based in Birmingham, Alabama, is one of a small number of firms to be named a 2021 Best Places to Work in Money Management award recipient announced by Pensions & Investments.

Health & Healthcare

Top 8 Critical Illness Insurance Providers in the US

To find out which critical insurance providers in the US have the best offerings, health and wellness information website Verywell Health reviewed the policies of 20 companies, factoring in the extent of coverage, monthly rates, benefit period, how quickly the plan begins, payout terms, and financial stability.

Environment

Beijing 2022 Pre-games Sustainability Report Outlines Climate Solutions, Development of Winter Sports and Regional Regeneration in China

Beijing 2022 released its Pre-Games Sustainability Report today, detailing the measures implemented to reduce and compensate carbon emissions, protect local ecosystems and create long-term benefits to local communities and economies.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Quest Diagnostics Receives Perfect Score on Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Corporate Equality Index for Sixth Consecutive Year

Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX), the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services, today announced that it has received a score of 100% on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 2022 Corporate Equality Index (CEI)

Diversity & Inclusion

Chevron Earns Top Score for 17th Consecutive Year in Human Rights Campaign 2022 Corporate Equality Index

Chevron has received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Meaningful Investments and Support Keep Small Business Doors Open

Over the last two years, many of us have discovered just how much we depend on small businesses to meet our needs. Whether it’s visiting a nearby diner for a chorizo omelet, calling up your friendly florist to create a bouquet of colorful blooms, or relying on the vital services of a trusted child care provider to nurture our little ones, small businesses are at the heart of our communities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

GoDaddy's National Social Impact Program Expands to Charm City

GoDaddy’s global community and philanthropic program, Empower by GoDaddy, is launching in Baltimore in partnership with Impact Hub Baltimore.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Partners With CAHS to Expand Bank-On Resources to Returning Citizens Program

KeyBank and The Connecticut Association for Human Services (CAHS) are partnering to expand CAHS’ successful Bank On CT coalition into the greater Hartford area.

Environment

Whirlpool Corporation Celebrates 2021 Achievements in Social and Environmental Sustainability

Whirlpool Corp’s 110-year anniversary was a year that built on its Environmental, Social, and Governance initiatives and a continuation of the commitment to being the best kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Land Betterment Begins Delivery of Next Four Homes to West Kentucky Through Innovative Sponsorship Model

Land Betterment Corporation announced that ekō Villages of Hope has begun shipping the next four homes to Dawson Springs, Kentucky through its private sponsorship model.

Innovation & Technology

Smart Chemistry to Improve Energy Performance of Buildings in Europe

Achieving net zero by 2050 hinges on innovation, some of which will be nearly invisible, hiding in the walls of our houses, in heating and cooling systems, or in the wiring of smart homes.

Environment

Cummins CEO Makes Case for Climate Action During White House Visit

Cummins Inc. Chairman and CEO Tom Linebarger joined other corporate leaders at the White House Wednesday, January 26, making the case for aggressive action on climate change.

Research, Reports & Publications

Powering Sustainable Growth: CN Releases Sustainability Report

CN’s 2020 Delivering Responsibly Sustainability Report reflects the progress made in its ESG initiatives and details key targets for the company’s sustainability journey as it continues to implement its strategic plan.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Biogen Included in 2022 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index

We recognize the role we play to foster a more inclusive future, including developing the next generation of female leaders at all levels of our organization.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Dow Named a 2022 Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by Human Rights Campaign

In recognition of its inclusive workplace, Dow has been named by the Human Rights Campaign to its 2022 list of the "Best Places to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality."

Social Impact & Volunteering

Suppliers Are Funding Economic Opportunity Through Whole Planet Foundation

Whole Planet Foundation’s top supplier donors for 2022 are funding essential to alleviate global poverty. These brands are committed to donating $50,000-$100,000 to alleviate global poverty this year.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Regions Financial Named One of America's Most JUST Companies

Regions Financial Corp., the parent company of Regions Bank, on Wednesday announced the company has been named as one of America’s Most JUST Companies by JUST Capital, along with its media partner CNBC.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Bank Earns Top Marks in Human Rights Campaign's 2022 Corporate Equality Index

Fifth Third received a score of 100 for the seventh consecutive year on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index, the foremost benchmarking survey measuring policies & practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.

Events, Media & Communications

The Home Depot Names Ted Decker CEO, Effective March 1, 2022

The Home Depot®, the world's largest home improvement retailer, today announced that Edward “Ted” Decker has been named CEO and president, and has been elected to the company’s board of directors, all effective March 1, 2022. Craig Menear, currently chairman and CEO, will continue to serve as Chair of the Board.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Collaboration and Partnership
    Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...
  2. FedEx | Reports
    Find archived annual FedEx Cares and other CSR-related reports, covering enterprise-wide strategies, goals, programs and progress across the fiscal...
  3. Pursuing Possibility with Principle
    This highlights our firm’s values: We do the right thing and put our clients first.
  4. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  5. IWBI | WELL Building Standard
    Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...
  6. GoDaddy | Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
    Diverse teams build better products — period. At GoDaddy, we make apps and services that our worldwide community of entrepreneurs can relate to. Our...
  7. Opportunity for All
    At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...
  8. Whole Planet
    Whole Planet, a pillar of Whole Foods Market Foundation, helps people living in poverty build long-term financial resilience through income growth...
  9. 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...
  10. Responsible Investing
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  11. Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 5
    Welcome to Season 5 of Healthy Spaces by Trane Technologies, the podcast where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation...
  12. Corporate Social Responsibility
    Whirlpool Corporation has several CSR partners including United Way, Habitat for Humanity International, Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Consulada...
  13. INtersections: Dow's 2024 Progress Report
    Team Dow remains agile and focused on taking proactive actions to improve profitability in the midst of persistent macroeconomic challenges, while...
  14. Collaboration and Partnership
    Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...
  15. Policy and Regulation
    Cascale shares insights regarding policy and regulation impacting the consumer goods industry, and highlights how it's supporting members prepare for...