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Diversity & Inclusion

Aramark Recognized as a “Best Place To Work for Disability Inclusion,” Earns Top-Score on the Disability Equality Index® for Seventh Consecutive Year

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK), a global provider of hospitality, facilities, and uniform services in 19 countries, today announced it earned a score of 100 on the Disability Equality Index® (DEI).

Environment

Bayer: Empowering SmallHolder Farmers

Approximately 97 percent of the world’s farmers farm on less than 10 hectares (about 25 acres) of land. They represent approximately 550 million smallholder farmers in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), especially across Asia and Africa.

Environment

The Era of Compliance: The Changing Landscape of ESG Reporting

Companies are feeling the pressure to report on Environment, Social, and Governance-related (ESG) topics— but many are confused about where to begin.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Fifth Third Bank Opens First Branch in Charleston Market

Following the successful opening of the Charleston Commercial Banking office last year, Fifth Third Bank, N.A., continues to increase its investment in South Carolina by offering full-service retail banking to the Lowcountry.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Vanguard Renewables Announces Massachusetts-Based 88 Acres Joins the Farm Powered Sustainability Heroes Program

Vanguard Renewables is proud to announce that 88 Acres, located in Canton, MA, is the latest New England food and beverage manufacturer to join the Farm Powered Sustainability Heroes Program (FPSH).

Environment

CNH Industrial Donates 500,000 Euros to Cesena Following Flood Crisis

CNH Industrial Italia is donating 500,000 euros to the local community of Cesena following the environmental disaster that struck the Emilia-Romagna region this year.

Social Impact & Volunteering

How To Build an Inclusive Volunteering Program

No matter what stage your volunteer program is in, focusing on accessibility and inclusivity is a smart move. Because true accessibility doesn’t just give more people a way into your program, it actually improves the experience for everyone.

Environment

Pathways to Net Zero

Enbridge continues to advance progress towards our emissions reduction goals.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Wesco Commemorates Inaugural Day of Caring and Celebrates Achieving Goal of 100 Home Builds With Habitat for Humanity

Wesco International (NYSE: WCC) On June 22, Wesco hosted inaugural Day of Caring events for employees at sites around the globe to celebrate its commitment to communities and achieving its goal of 100 home builds with Habitat for Humanity.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

4 Strategies To Help a Multigenerational Workforce Thrive

One of Keysight’s unique differentiators is that our workforce spans five generations. Our diverse perspective combines the knowledge and resources of our experienced employees with the cutting-edge ideas and thinking of the next generation.

Innovation & Technology

Wells Fargo Innovation Incubator Announces 12th Cohort Focused on Climate-Aligned Agriculture

Through the Wells Fargo IN² program, these companies receive support to commercialize solutions for some of our customers’ most pressing challenges.

Research, Reports & Publications

Yum! Brands Annual Citizenship & Sustainability Report Showcases Progress Around People, Food and Planet Pillars

Today, Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) released its annual Global Citizenship & Sustainability Report, highlighting the Company’s progress on key issues that include less carbon, better packaging and more equality.

Energy

National Grid’s Solar Grazing Pilot Highlighted on CBS Saturday Morning

As part of its commitment to deliver clean energy solutions that benefit the long-term needs of customers and communities, National Grid recently launched its first-ever solar grazing pilot at two company-owned solar sites in Attleboro, Massachusetts.

Research, Reports & Publications

Speaking of Sustainability: Prasad Bodas, Instrumentation and Controls Manager

As part of the Gold Award-winning team in Taloja, India, Prasad Bodas has brought his passion for energy conservation to Owens Corning, and he has been instrumental in helping the facility achieve its aspirations for energy reduction.

Environment

How Global Metals and Mining Can Trim GHG Emissions While Boosting Throughput and Profits

The demand for metals and minerals is increasing as they become vital to constructing renewable generation sources. Here’s how we can improve resource utilization, while increasing profits.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Henkel's Sustainability Report 2022: Trusted Partner

We draw on our value-oriented corporate culture and our scientific and technological expertise to strengthen our performance while maintaining our integrity. We deliver safe and best-in-class product and technology solutions to our customers and consumers.

Events, Media & Communications

How Can Sustainable Materials Enhance Events?

Acre’s purpose is to create systemic change for our planet and society by activating people’s potential. Our two decades of sustainability-focused executive search and recruitment means that, in our efforts to live this purpose, we’ve built an expansive global network of people

Health & Healthcare

Covia Promotes Safety and Health Internationally

Each year, Covia sites participate in a company-wide Safety Day. Held annually in September, this program supports our aspirational goal of achieving zero harm and increases awareness and knowledge of safety practices among our employees.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Planet Textiles 2023: Industry Stakeholders Agree on Need To Accelerate Collective Action and Collaboration to Future-Proof Global Supply Chains

The Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) opened the doors to Planet Textiles at the Fiera Milano Rho exhibition center from June 12 - 13, welcoming attendees to the 2023 edition of the event, which was being hosted at this year’s Textile & Garment Technology Exhibition (ITMA 2023)

Sustainable Development Goals

From the 2022 Fifth Third Sustainability Report: Our Approach to Sustainability

Fifth Third’s approach to corporate sustainability is rooted in its purpose: to improve the lives of its customers and the well-being of communities.

Innovation & Technology

HARMAN Explores How C-V2X Technology Will Change The Driving Experience Forever

Autonomous vehicles have been in headlines for decades,  and we at HARMAN want to reflect on all the advancements in technology that have led us to entering a new era in travel; one where vehicles can go from one place to another without anyone touching the wheel.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Franklin Templeton Receives Top Score in 2023 Disability Equality Index (DEI)

Franklin Templeton is pleased to announce its receipt of a top score of 100 in the 2023 Disability Equality Index® (DEI), a comprehensive benchmarking tool that helps companies build a roadmap of measurable, tangible actions they can take to achieve disability inclusion.

Health & Healthcare

A Liquid Biopsy Study Offers New Hope for Lung Cancer Patients

In Wales, lung cancer is the third most common cancer for women and the fourth most common for men, and it remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Welsh patients often present late, at stage III or IV lung cancer.

Diversity & Inclusion

MetLife 2022 Sustainability Report: 2030 DEI Commitments

Across MetLife, we’re guided by our purpose: Always with you, building a more confident future. This includes building a more inclusive and equitable workplace and society.

Innovation & Technology

Sustainability in the Age of AI

To achieve a step-change in business performance, organizations are combining technology modernization and sustainability into their core business processes.

Latest Campaigns

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  3. PNC: Commitment to Early Childhood Education
    We're focusing on early learning to help children succeed. Research has shown that the first five years of a child's life is critical to long-term...
  4. 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...
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  7. ESG Voices: Short Podcasts Addressing the Opportunities and Challenges of ESG
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  8. Local Communities
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  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...
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