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Environment | International Paper

National Forest Week: How International Paper Helps Restore Longleaf Ecosystems

National Forest Week, held annually during the second week of June, raises awareness for the 193 million acres of National Forests across the United States and the benefits these landscapes provide.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Ericsson's Business Ethics and Anti-Corruption

Since December 2019, Ericsson has been under a Deferred Prosecution Agreement (DPA) with the US Department of Justice (DOJ) to resolve criminal US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) charges and a consent judgment

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Events, Media & Communications

Sustainability for Ukraine

The war in Ukraine comes on top of a deluge of unprecedented global events that threaten to turn back progress on the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and undermine the well-being of people and the environment around the world

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Innovation & Technology

The Unseen Hero Protecting the 'Mona Lisa'

Every day, thousands of tourists flock to see Leonardo da Vinci’s "Mona Lisa" inside the Louvre Museum in Paris to catch a glimpse, or take a selfie with one of the world’s most famous paintings.

Environment

Wells Fargo Innovation Incubator Selects Five Agtech Companies Targeting Global Food Resiliency

The Wells Fargo Innovation Incubator (IN2) announced today it selected five startups to participate in the program’s 11th cohort.

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Events, Media & Communications

Fifth Third To Present at Bank Director Conference

Fifth Third Bank’s Chief Sustainability Officer Mike Faillo will be presenting at Bank Director’s Bank Audit & Risk Committees Conference this week in Chicago.

Research, Reports & Publications

WSP Publishes Its 2021 Global ESG Report

“WSP aims to be at the forefront of the transition to a more equitable, inclusive and low-carbon world. We want to bring positive change to the communities in which we work.”

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Education

Entergy Awards 33 High School Students $5,000 Scholarship for First Year of College

This fall, 33 high school graduates will attend college or vocational-technical schools with some help from the Entergy Community Power Scholarship.

Events, Media & Communications

ESG Executive Notes: World Economic Forum and the 2022 AGM Season Ft Dan Lambeth, Brunswick

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Innovation & Technology

Using Smart Manufacturing Technology to Scale Regenerative Medicine

In an important step toward integrating biomanufacturing science with production techniques, Rockwell Automation has opened the Rockwell Experience Center at the Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI) in Manchester, N.H.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Qualcomm Racial Justice Giving Initiative Supports Nonprofits Driving Change

Sustainable Development Goals

Bridging Society to a Lower-Emissions Future

At Enbridge, we’re committed to bridging society to a lower-emissions future. We’ve set goals to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2050.

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Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

New Fifth Third Mortgage Program Offers $1,000 Toward Closing Costs for VA, FHA, 203K, USDA Mortgages

To support affordable housing options, Fifth Third has announced it will pay $1,000 toward closing costs for VA, FHA, 203K and USDA Owner Occupied Purchase and REFI loans.

Research, Reports & Publications

Building a Culture of Inclusion

We want all team members to be energized at work through feelings of physical and psychological safety and empowerment.

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Sustainable Development Goals

Bacardi Working To Reduce Single-Use Plastics in Bermuda

Bacardi has partnered with the Beyond Plastic Bermuda campaign to educate the local community about the dangers of plastic pollution and encourage actions to reduce single-use plastic on the island.

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Environment

The Soil Health Institute Announces Its Virtual 2022 Annual Meeting: “Scaling Up Soil Health”

The Soil Health Institute, the non-profit charged with safeguarding and enhancing the vitality and productivity of soils, announced today that “Scaling Up Soil Health” is the theme for its 7th annual meeting to be held virtually on August 11 and 12

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

NextWave Plastics Expands Cross-Industry Consortium; Welcomes Logitech, Prevented Ocean Plastic, #tide ocean material

Logitech joins the ranks of NextWave member companies like HP and IKEA as industry leaders in sustainability, recognizing that real change is driven by partnerships and collaboration.

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Research, Reports & Publications

How JLL Is Shaping the Future of Real Estate for a Better World

The built environment accounts for approximately 40% of total direct and indirect CO2 emissions. And with more than 2.5 billion people moving into cities in the next 30 years, there is a responsibility to ensure that the real estate sector

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Franklin Templeton's LMP Closed End Fund Eileen Kamerick Recognized as NACD Directorship 100™ Honoree

The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) announced the 2022 NACD Directorship 100™—the most influential peer-nominated leaders in the boardroom and corporate governance community.

Green Infrastructure

Keeping an Eye on the Bolt: Why I Think It’s the Electric Vehicle To Watch in the Coming Years

Chevrolet announced a price reduction in the next model of their most popular EV. I think the price reduction is very calculated, and it’s intended to earn General Motors as much market share as possible in the affordable electric car market.

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Education

TCS Expands in Minnesota by Creating More Hi-Tech Jobs and Growing STEM Education Initiatives by 50%

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) announced plans to continue growing its footprint in Minnesota by expanding its hiring program in the coming year and accelerating its STEM outreach efforts in local schools to cover 50% more students and teachers.

Events, Media & Communications

EcoVadis Secures $500M Investment to Usher in New Era of Sustainability-Led Business Decisions

EcoVadis, the leading provider of business sustainability ratings, has raised $500M with plans to accelerate its vision of influencing every business decision with sustainability intelligence, becoming a sustainability impact unicorn.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

35 Years: The Mectizan® Donation Program

In 1987, Merck committed to donate Mectizan – as much as needed, for as long as needed – with the goal to help eliminate river blindness.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Daughter of Cleveland, Tenn. Plant Employee Turns Whirlpool Sons and Daughters Scholarship Into Degree and Job Serving Her Community

Few people are more motivating and inspiring than Whirlpool Corporation’s Cleveland Manufacturing New Employee Trainer, Clarissa Shepherd. It’s easy to see that her daughter, Sierra, learned excellence, enthusiasm and integrity by example.

Health & Healthcare

Why In-Cabin Air Quality on Public Transport Matters

While the public transportation sector has invested heavily in rigorous cleaning protocols, there is now an increased focus on reducing the concentration of viruses and other harmful pollutants in the air.

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Boston Scientific Named One of Forbes' Best Employers for New Graduates

Growing our people is a top priority, so we’re proud to be named one of Forbes’ Best Employers for New Graduates.

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