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Environment

Major Businesses Urge Modernized Grid To Deliver Affordable, Reliable, Clean Power to Customers in Southeast U.S.

A dozen major businesses are calling for policymakers across the Southeast U.S. to take action to strengthen the electricity grid to ensure it has the capacity to reliably power the growing regional demand for electricity with affordable, home-grown clean power.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Albertsons Companies’ Southern California Division Partners With Sleep in Heavenly Peace

Members of Albertsons Companies' Southern California Division came together this weekend to build 60 bed frames for kids in need with Sleep in Heavenly Peace. This amazing organization provides beds for kids who don't have one, with a waiting list of more than 220 families...

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Green Mountain Energy Sun Club Joins Forces With Pro-Vision/McNair Farm in the Sunnyside Community

Pro-Vision, Inc. received a generous grant from Green Mountain Energy Sun Club for their Pro-Vision/McNair Urban farm. The farm will add three new aquaponic greenhouses, increasing produce output by over 37,000 pounds annually.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Is Your Thinking Outdated? 4 Common Carton Recycling Myths Debunked

The Carton Council debunks these four carton recycling myths, so you can learn how to properly recycle cartons and share the truth with others.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Logitech Wins Fast Company Innovation by Design Award in Learning Category and Named Honorees in Product and Enterprise Categories

Logitech continues its momentum in design achievement by winning Fast Company’s Innovation by Design award in the Learning category with the Zone Learn headset.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainability Oversight: Guiding International Paper’s ESG Commitments

International Paper has an integrated board and executive-level governance structure to oversee and set the tone on Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) topics across our businesses.

Diversity & Inclusion

Lenovo Creates Product Diversity Policy, Celebrates 5 Years of Accessible Innovations

On Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2024, Lenovo is proud to announce a new global policy supporting its Product Diversity Office (PDO) and its mission to ensure usability of Lenovo technology for a diverse customer base.

Events, Media & Communications

IOC Young Leaders at Paris 2024: Inspiring Change Beyond the Games

Throughout the Olympic Games Paris 2024, the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s Young Leaders (YL) have been actively promoting the Olympic values and showcasing the positive impact of sport in society to fans from around the world.

Diversity & Inclusion

FedEx Empowers Economic Opportunity: Advancing Equity and Mobility for Underrepresented Communities

Rebecca Yeung, FedEx Corporate VP of Operations Science and Advanced Technology, embodies resilience and breaking barriers. Raised in China with limited resources, Rebecca never let obstacles stand in the way of setting ambitious goals.

Health & Healthcare

My Quest Story - Jamie Croft

I was told about an opening in logistics at Quest Diagnostics by a family member and thought it would be a great way to get my foot in the door in the medical field and be that helping hand to others.

Health & Healthcare

Closing the HIV Diagnosis Gap in Germany with Gilead Sciences

As a nation where 90% of all people living with HIV know their diagnosis and are being treated, Germany has made great strides to advance its HIV care goals.

Diversity & Inclusion

Selling Vintage in a Modern World | Made in America, Season 5, Ep 3

Lifelong friends Vonda and Lisa have a knack for finding vintage treasure — one they’ve turned into Gray Brush Vintage Market. They believe it’s their second act in life, a chance to work for themselves with more freedom and flexibility than ever before.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

The Future of Recycling Is in Your Hands | Eastman Tritan Renew | Are You In?

Eastman Tritan™ Renew copolyester is made with Eastman’s unique molecular recycling technology, which breaks down plastic waste into fundamental building blocks to be used again.

Diversity & Inclusion

Different Paths, Same Passion

The female engineers we talked to for Women in Engineering Day 2024 all have different career paths, but they share a common passion for tackling complex problems and finding innovative solutions.

Innovation & Technology

Covia Tests Innovative Safety Technologies

Covia teamed up with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) to conduct an ergonomics research project.

Events, Media & Communications

Savoring Summer's Bounty With Plant-Based Eating

On August 27th at 11 a.m., regenerative farmers/chefs Matthew & Tia Raiford will host a deliciously inspiring webinar designed to help all of us celebrate the bounty of late summer produce with ideas of how to move towards a plant-based diet.

Energy

What Are Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)?

Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are becoming pivotal in the revolution happening in how we stabilize the grid, integrate renewables, and generally store and utilize electrical energy.

Environment

X... for Xeriscaping, a Saint-Gobain Podcast

The construction industry is building and renovating more and more sustainably to deal with the climate crisis and scarcity of natural resources. With these innovative solutions and new construction methods, we have a whole new vocabulary that this podcast is going to decipher.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Sustainability in Legislation: The Rise of Organic Waste Bans

Food and beverage waste has long been thrown away alongside non-organic waste streams, typically ending up in incinerators and landfills.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Schneider Electric Recognized as a Leader in Building Decarbonization Consulting by Independent Research and Advisory Firm

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has earned the coveted position of a Leader in Verdantix’s recent report, Green Quadrant: Building Decarbonization Consulting 2024.

Events, Media & Communications

Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth and Las Vegas Sands Announce the 2024 Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit on Nov. 8

Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) and Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) announced the 2024 Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit will take place Friday, Nov. 8, at Las Vegas City Hall.

Research, Reports & Publications

Baker Tilly Case Study: Strategic ERP System adoption empowers not-for-profit support

As part of Baker Tilly’s oversight, the team ensured data was transferred accurately and securely, while monitoring for any potential issues or areas of concern.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Video: KeyBank Teammates Volunteer Building Walls in Central Ohio on Annual Neighbors Make the Difference Day

Volunteers play a vital role in communities across the country, providing organizations with the necessary support allowing for specific programs and services. From small to large tasks, volunteers can make a lasting impact on many lives.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Integrating Sustainability Into Freight: The DP World Approach

In today’s highly competitive logistics industry, sustainability is increasingly becoming a crucial determinant in shaping company policies and influencing consumer preferences.

Diversity & Inclusion

Pride Month at AMD: Enhancing Diversity and Inclusion Through Employee Engagement

In celebration of Pride Month, the Pride Employee Resource Group (ERG) at AMD organized a series of events and initiatives that highlighted the company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Latest Campaigns

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