Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Energy

National Grid Renewables' Operating 40 Mw Michigan Solar Portfolio Constructed by Michigan Workers, Will Provide Millions in Economic Benefit

Jun 10, 2021 5:25 PM ET

National Grid Renewables today announced significant economic benefits provided by its MiSolar Portfolio (MiSolar), which recently began operation and includes two Michigan solar projects, Bingham Solar and Temperance Solar

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Microsoft President, Brad Smith, Accepts the 2021 Gold Medal Award

Jun 10, 2021 5:10 PM ET

On June 9, 2021, The World Environment Center (WEC) honored Microsoft with the 37th annual Gold Medal for International Corporate Achievement in Sustainable Development.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Over 450 Investors Managing $41 Trillion in Assets Tell Governments to Get Climate Policy Right and Massive Investment Will Flow

Jun 10, 2021 5:05 PM ET

457 investors managing more than US$41 trillion in assets have released a new joint statement to all world governments urging a global race-to-the-top on climate policy

Innovation & Technology

CASE Advances Wheel Loader Performance, Connectivity, Intelligence and Uptime With Comprehensive G Series Wheel Loader Technology Enhancements

Jun 10, 2021 5:00 PM ET

CASE Construction Equipment, a brand of CNH Industrial, has introduced comprehensive enhancements to its entire line of G Series wheel loaders to improve performance and productivity,

Diversity & Inclusion

Invesco Celebrates Pride Month

Jun 10, 2021 4:10 PM ET

During Pride Month, we stand with the Invesco Proud Network to ensure LGBTQ+ colleagues feel personally supported and equipped for professional growth. We are honored to have received 100% on the 2021 @Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index.

Social Impact & Volunteering

After the Storm: American Red Cross and FedEx Restore Martha's Vision in 24-hours

Jun 10, 2021 3:55 PM ET

FedEx provides the Red Cross with complimentary access to their network to get critically needed items where they need to go, both before and after disasters. To help Martha, we teamed up – as seen in the infographic – to restore her vision.

Environment

International Paper Among First to Join New WWF “Forests Forward” Program

Jun 10, 2021 3:30 PM ET

International Paper, one of the world’s leading producers of renewable, fiber-based packaging, pulp & paper, is among the first 5 companies in the US to partner with World Wildlife Fund on the launch of a new global program called “Forests Forward.”

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Recycling Plastics, Growing Opportunity

Jun 10, 2021 2:15 PM ET

By turning flexible plastic waste into post-consumer recycled (PCR) film solutions, Dow and Lucro PlasteCycle are helping boost the circular economy in India while also benefiting local communities.

Diversity & Inclusion

Leading With Love During Pride Month 2021

Jun 10, 2021 2:15 PM ET

At P&G, we strive to Lead with Love not only during Pride Month, but every month. Learn more about our three key initiatives that aim to raise visibility and support of the LGBTQ+ community.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Why We Give to the Red Cross

Jun 10, 2021 2:15 PM ET

Truist Foundation's support of the American Red Cross and its work stems from the help and hope the organization delivers each day to build better lives and communities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Hawthorne Gardening Company Announces Support for Leading Social Justice Organizations Through The Hawthorne Social Justice Fund Within The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation

Jun 10, 2021 1:45 PM ET

The Hawthorne Gardening Company (Hawthorne) today announced the first grantees of The Hawthorne Social Justice Fund within The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation.

Social Impact & Volunteering

ON Semiconductor Employees Give Back Virtually During National Volunteer Week

Jun 10, 2021 1:40 PM ET

With social distancing as the new normal during the COVID-19 pandemic, volunteering in the traditional sense, such as assisting in person at soup kitchens or at retirement care homes,

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Plastic Oceans UK Becomes Ocean Generation

Jun 10, 2021 1:10 PM ET

“We are the first generation to deeply understand Ocean issues and the last generation who can stop them”

Environment

World Turtle Day 2021: The Importance of Protecting Earth's Shelled Biodiversity

Jun 10, 2021 12:40 PM ET

Innovation & Technology

Cisco Networking Academy Recognizes Top Partners and Instructors

Jun 10, 2021 12:15 PM ET

With our extensive ecosystem of education, government and not-for-profit partners, Cisco Networking Academy enables people with skills that are and will be increasingly required in the workforce of the future.

Diversity & Inclusion

Rockwell Automation's LGBTQ+ Employees and Allies Celebrate Pride Month

Jun 10, 2021 12:15 PM ET

Rockwell Automation’s ROKout employee resource group has been offering a networking and support resource for LGBTQ+ employees and allies since 2013.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Country's Oldest Female WWII Veteran From Ludlow Receives New Roof

Jun 10, 2021 12:15 PM ET

The oldest living World War II female veteran in the U.S. received a brand new roof on her Ludlow home as part of a veterans assistance program.

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet America's Best Employers For Diversity 2021

Jun 10, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Green Infrastructure

Decarbonization Roadmap: New Black & Veatch Ebook Helps Organizations Ensure Their Early Steps Towards Decarbonization Are the Right Steps

Jun 10, 2021 12:00 PM ET

The impacts of climate change are fostering a sense of urgency in the drive to decarbonize.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

ESG Issues Should Lie With Senior Executives

Jun 10, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Investors and asset managers are calling for holding board members and senior executives accountable for the management of ESG issues.

Health & Healthcare

Blueprint for Access to Innovative Healthcare Episode 1: Awareness and Prevention

Jun 10, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Blueprint for Access to Innovative Healthcare is Takeda’s flagship Access to Medicines initiative to accelerate global progress in the prevention and treatment of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru Loves Pets 2020 Adoption Initiative Found Loving Homes for More Than 20,000 Shelter Pets

Jun 10, 2021 11:50 AM ET

Subaru of America, Inc. today announced that thanks to its participating Subaru retailers and animal-loving customers and supporters, the October 2020 Subaru Loves Pets initiative achieved adoptions for 22,961 animals

Environment

World Environment Day

Jun 10, 2021 11:45 AM ET

As a part of World Environment Day, the Eldorado Gold team at TUPRAG Metal Madencilik San. Tic. A.S. participated in a waste collection initiative. They removed and recycled over 560 kilograms of waste from the areas around the Kışladağ Gold Mine.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Fifth Third Celebrates Headquarters Renewal and Expansion

Jun 10, 2021 11:30 AM ET

The expansive “Project Connect” brings together the Bank’s two office towers at the first and second levels with a new 12,000 square foot entryway to Fifth Third Bank that reflects its values and transformation.

Research, Reports & Publications

Crestwood Highlights Industry Leading ESG Advancements in 2020 Sustainability Report

Jun 10, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Crestwood Equity Partners LP (NYSE: CEQP) announced today the publication of its 2020 sustainability report furthering its commitment to build an MLP industry leading sustainability program.