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Innovation & Technology

Supporting Survivors and Creating Safer Digital Spaces

We are continuing our celebration of Women's Month by sharing the incredible work accomplished by one of our nonprofit partners, the National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV).

Research, Reports & Publications

NN Group Releases 2021 Annual Report: Serving Customers in Times of Change

NN Group, a financial services company active in several European countries and Japan, published its 2021 Annual Report. It provides an integrated overview of our strategy, and financial and non-financial performance.

Diversity & Inclusion

Buying Black: Reinvesting in Community

On this episode we hear from Bernard Bronner, President and CEO of Bronner Bros., one of the largest Black-owned beauty companies in the U.S.

Diversity & Inclusion

New SXSW Film Highlights Small Business Owners and the Power of Resilience

When talking about small businesses surviving the pandemic, resilience is a word often used to describe how they struggled, pivoted and ultimately succeeded.

Events, Media & Communications

Truist Foundation 2022 Inspire Awards Challenge Application Deadline is May 13

Truist Foundation is partnering with MIT Solve to host the 2022 Inspire Awards Challenge, designed to support the ideas of innovative nonprofits that help grow, develop and sustain racially diverse or women-led small businesses.

Environment

GAF Aims to Curb Urban Heat With Cool Community Project

GAF has partnered with Climate Resolve, the Global Cool Cities Alliance, local community organizations, and municipal government partners to conduct a multi-phased research project to understand the impacts of urban heat and cooling solutions

Responsible Production & Consumption

Cummins Is Repowering KLW Locomotives Across the U.S. To Help the Company Meet Sustainability Commitments

The images of powerful trains chugging down a railroad track pushing black smoke into the air is nostalgic, but is literally killing the environment.

Health & Healthcare

The IWBI Special Report Chapter Series: “China: Doubling Down on Better Buildings for Better Health”

In 2021, IWBI released an in-depth report that lays out research approaches and specific operational strategies as the world continues to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and prepares for acute health threats into the future.

Sustainable Development Goals

IWBI Applauds the White House and EPA for Launching the 'Clean Air in Buildings Challenge'

As part of the recently announced National COVID-19 Preparedness Plan, the Biden Administration underscored the critical need to utilize funding from the American Rescue Plan (ARP) and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Diversity & Inclusion

Zero Barriers: Medtronic Supplier Diversity Efforts Go Global

Our diverse supplier base drives sustainable economic change in communities with every contract signed and every job created.

Innovation & Technology

Further Investment in Electrification & Alternative Fuels for CNH Industrial

With increasing global demand for zero emissions, CNH Industrial will continue to build upon its leading position in alternative propulsion (thanks to 15+ years of R&D and products now in commercial production).

Diversity & Inclusion

International Women's Day: It's Time to Break the Bias

As we reflect on the experiences and accomplishments of the women who make an impact in our lives today, we’re proud to share our efforts toward building a world with greater gender parity and equality.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Giving Strategically After a Disaster or Crisis to Support Employees and the Community

When a natural disaster or humanitarian crisis happens, naturally your company and its employees want to move swiftly to provide critical resources to the individuals and communities who need help.

Environment

Water Treatment Plant Optimization Becomes More Comprehensive

As water utilities plan for a more sustainable, lower emissions future, the scope of the term “optimization” is expanding.

Innovation & Technology

Breaking the Energy Curve With Ericsson's Kevin Zvokel

Network energy performance is an increasingly prevalent issue for mobile network operators (MNOs) in North America. If 5G is deployed in the same way as previous generations, energy consumption of mobile networks would increase dramatically.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

DICK'S Sporting Goods and Packsize Partner to Support Retailer's E-Commerce Growth and Sustainability Initiatives

Packsize® today announced that DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. (NYSE: DKS) is among its retail customers transforming the way they and their customers experience packaging.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Explore Hidden Gems in National Parks via Guides by National Parks Conservation Association and Travelodge® by Wyndham

At the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA), it is our mission to protect our national parks for future generations, from well-known landmarks like Half Dome in Yosemite National Park to places off the beaten path in lesser-known parks. Our partner Travelodge® by Wyndham knows that the more people know about the magnificent places and creatures our national parks protect, the more they will feel invested in keeping them preserved.

Environment

Building Business Resiliency: Navigating a World Impacted by Climate Change

In its latest report, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) highlights the increasingly urgent risks confronting the globe as impacts from climate change mount. And while many businesses are taking action, much more needs to be done.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Rockwell Automation Donates $500,000 to Provide Humanitarian Aid for Ukraine Refugees

Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) will donate $500,000 to five nonprofit organizations leading humanitarian relief efforts for Ukraine refugees with each receiving $100,000.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Marathon's Martinez Renewable Fuels Provides Support for Homeless People in California

Marathon’s Martinez Renewable Fuels facility provided nearly $30,000 in grants recently for multiple shelters and homeless outreach programs in Contra Costa County in California.

Environment

BIER Member Spotlight: Andy Battjes

My current role is Director of Environment Health & Safety, and I am responsible for leading the team of EHS experts who ensure that our Supply Chain sites around the world are keeping our people safe and protecting our environment.

Innovation & Technology

10 Innovation Areas for 5G Advanced and Beyond [Video]

This week kicks off one of the most important events of the year for the mobile industry — Mobile World Congress in Barcelona (MWC22).

Diversity & Inclusion

DraftKings and Kindbridge Research Institute Advance Veterans-Focused Responsible Gaming Research

DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) announced a multi-year financial commitment to Kindbridge Research Institute (KRI) for a new research program to study the nexus of veterans and responsible gaming

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

St. Philip's College Community Garden Grows With Retool Your School Grant

St. Philip’s College, a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in San Antonio, Texas, was awarded $20,000 as a recipient of the Retool Your School 2021 campus improvement grant program.

Research, Reports & Publications

Disparity Or Despair?

In 2016 CSRHub published an article about the low correlation and disparity between MSCI and Sustainalytics ratings, and the research has now been compared and analyzed to the 2021 data and ratings: https://bit.ly/3waOLvq

Latest Campaigns

  1. AEG Celebrates Inclusion
    At AEG, we embrace inclusion and strive to create a workplace where our employees feel welcomed, valued and respected for the viewpoints, ideas...
  2. 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...
  3. 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...
  4. Collective Action
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...
  5. Aflac Stories
    Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.
  6. Kids to College Powered by Entergy
    Entergy believes in the dreams of the families we serve. Everyone deserves the opportunity to continue their education and, as a corporate leader and...
  7. Financial health
    At Wells Fargo, we're opening pathways to economic advancement for racially and ethnically diverse and low- and moderate-income individuals and...
  8. 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...
  9. AEG Celebrates Inclusion
    At AEG, we embrace inclusion and strive to create a workplace where our employees feel welcomed, valued and respected for the viewpoints, ideas...
  10. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  11. Health and Safety by Antea Group
    Antea Group's health and safety consultants understand what it takes to help make a positive impact on safety culture. Read blogs, insights, and more...
  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. Arbor Day Foundation News
    Stay up to date on the latest news and events from the Arbor Day Foundation. Subscribe to the Arbor Day e-news arborday.org/accounts/optin.cfm
  14. Integrated Tools
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...
  15. 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...