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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whole Foods Market Foundation Announces $897,000 to Fund Projects in Ecuador, Nigeria and England

Whole Foods Market Foundation is excited to announce $897,000 in funding across three transformative project impacting 35,535 people in Ecuador, Nigeria and England.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Unlocking the Future of Freight in Canada through Collaboration

Canada’s freight network is a lifeline for its economy, connecting industries, businesses, and consumers across vast landscapes.

Events, Media & Communications

Sysco GSC Celebrates International Women’s Day With IMPACT Group, Honors GEM Award Winners for Championing Gender Equity

Last week, Sysco GSC celebrated International Women’s Day with our IMPACT Colleague Resource Group, reinforcing our commitment to gender equity and honoring those driving meaningful change.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Believe and Achieve: Cisco and Spencer Wood at Adaptive Spirit

This April, Cisco’s Americas Service Provider team is proud to sponsor two-time U.S. Paralympic skier Spencer Wood at AS2025 in Vail, Colorado April 3 – 6.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

J.D. Power Recognizes Fifth Third Bank as Florida’s No. 1 Retail Bank for Customer Satisfaction for Second Consecutive Year

J.D. Power today named Fifth Third Bank No. 1 for Retail Banking Customer Satisfaction in Florida for the second year in a row as part of its 2025 U.S. Retail Banking Satisfaction StudySM. The Study also noted that customers rated Fifth Third No. 1 for account offerings and value

Events, Media & Communications

Beyond Commitments: What Really Builds Trust in Business

In the latest episode of 3BL’s ‘What the...?’ video series, industry leaders break down one of today’s biggest business challenges: trust.

Environment

Bridging Waters: A Global Panel on Sustainable Water Management Practices

Join our live, interactive panel discussion where experts will explore how companies across the globe are responding to growing water challenges by embracing circular water management practices and advancing sustainable water stewardship.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Setting the Standard: Lenovo’s Ethical Business Practices and Commitment to Responsible Innovation

Lenovo is committed to fostering a speak up culture, where employees, contractors, and business partners are empowered to speak up on anything that appears unethical, illegal, or suspicious.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Introducing the CSRHub CSRD Readiness Calculator

The EU’s CSRD regulations are changing how companies report sustainability data. Discover how CSRHub’s new CSRD Readiness Calculator can help you assess alignment, identify gaps, and prepare for compliance.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Henkel Debuts New Concentrated Formulas for all®, Persil® and Snuggle® Liquid Laundry Products

Henkel, a leading manufacturer of well-known consumer and industrial brands, is introducing concentrated formulas and packaging across all®, Persil® and Snuggle® liquid laundry products.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Otis Announces Regional Winners in Its Made to Move Communities™ Challenge

Four student teams from around the world are regional winners in Otis’ Made to Move Communities student challenge. These winning teams will go on to compete in Otis’ first global competition.

Environment

Georgia-Pacific Supports Recycling Day

Did you know that each year, the U.S. sends more than 146 million tons of waste to landfills? It’s estimated that up to 75% of that waste could be recovered or recycled. To visualize, that's enough recyclable material to fill the Hoover Dam 30 times over!

Diversity & Inclusion

Griffith Foods Celebrates Black History Month 2025

In support of Black History Month, Griffith Foods is honored to have sponsored the 2025 Black Creativity Gala at the Museum of Science and Industry, celebrating Black innovators and artists.

Innovation & Technology

The Global Electronics Council Addresses Sustainability Impacts of Data Centers, Issues Final Product Category Proposal for Enterprise Data Storage

GEC has released its Final Product Category Proposal for Enterprise Data Storage, expanding EPEAT’s sustainability coverage for data centers! Learn how this step advances sustainable IT and how you can get involved in shaping the criteria.

Research, Reports & Publications

New Analysis of California’s Top Suppliers Points to Impact of Proposed Climate Reporting Mandates

G&A's report “California Supply Chain: Current Practices & Trends in Climate Disclosure” – is the first industry-wide benchmark assessing how major suppliers to the State are aligned with its ambitious climate strategy, including regulations such as SB 253, SB 261 and SB 755.

Diversity & Inclusion

Inspiring Future Women Leaders: Meet Lori Iventosch-James

I have been at GoDaddy for nearly nine years and lead the Global Research and Insights Team (GRIT). We are a Center of Excellence, providing insights to drive strategy and business decisions across GoDaddy.

Environment

Back for a Second Year: EarthShare’s 30x30 Project Releases New Solution Areas!

EarthShare brings its educational series the 30x30 Project back for a second year! Four new Solution Areas bring dynamic content and actionable ways to get involved directly to the reader.

Events, Media & Communications

Veolia's Jim Sullivan Talks Industry Trends and 2025 Vision

Sean Grady featured Jim Sullivan, Chief Strategy and Development Officer, on a recent episode of The Environmental Transformation Podcast to talk about how Jim’s expertise has helped shape the sustainability strategy and vision at Veolia North America.

Energy

Comfort for All: PSE&G’'s Advocacy for Energy Assistance

Energy needs don’t take a break – whether it’s staying warm in January or cool in July. That’s why we are actively advocating for programs like LIHEAP, which provide critical financial support to low-income households through every season.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Smarter Design, Less Waste: Logitech Fully Transitions to Paper Packaging

Logitech International (SIX: LOGN) (Nasdaq: LOGI) today announces significant progress in eliminating plastic clamshell packaging from its hallmark mice categories, with the transition to paper now nearly complete.

Energy

New Duke Energy Programs Offer Florida Customers More Choices Related to Electric Vehicles

Duke Energy Florida announced the launch of three new programs – the Charger Prep Credit, Off-Peak Charging Credit and Fleet Advisory programs – to offer both residential and business customers more choices related to electric vehicles (EVs).

Responsible Production & Consumption

USDA Organic Certification: What Uncertified Importers Need to Know

Since the Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) Final Rule took effect in March 2024, organic importers face new certification requirements. Our latest blog explains what uncertified importers need to know about NOP Import Certificates and more.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Why Should Suppliers Participate in Better Buying’s Rating Cycle?

In this latest blog, Lindsay Wright, Director, Communications and Strategic Partnerships, Better Buying, explains why supplier participation in the Better Buying ratings cycle is essential to amplifying their voices and driving improvements in purchasing practices.

Innovation & Technology

CNH Capital Provide Improved Agronomic Practices and Financing Options That Helped Mitigate Challenging 2024 Harvest

For many South Australian farmers, the 2024 season was severely impacted by drought and frost.

Environment

PHMSA’s Advisory Bulletin Targets Pipeline Safety Management Systems

In March 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation issued a strong signal to the pipeline industry: it’s time to embrace Pipeline Safety Management Systems (PSMS).

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