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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Paychex Ranks Fifth on List of World’s Best Training Organizations

Paychex, Inc. has been recognized as one of the top training organizations in the world with a 2023 Training APEX Award presented by Training magazine.

Energy

Duke Energy To Help Customers Go 100% Renewable

Duke Energy has proposed a major expansion to its Green Source Advantage (GSA) program, giving customers the option to supplement their power usage with 100% renewable power – and the ability to pair renewable projects with energy storage.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

VMware Recognized for Accelerating Business Climate Action

More than 20 years after the company was founded, sustainability has remained a core component of VMware’s DNA. 

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Gilead Listed on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index

Gilead's been listed on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for our support of women’s empowerment.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Nielsen Foundation Announces 2022 Data for Good Grantees

Through the 2022 Data for Good grants program, the Nielsen Foundation is supporting creative efforts leveraging data to advance media and technology as forces for good, especially in advancement of representation and inclusion.

Social Impact & Volunteering

CEO Talks: Kate Spade’s Liz Fraser on New Store Design Concept, a ThredUp Deal and the Color Green

In February, Kate Spade will also begin a partnership with ThredUp where it will introduce “Pre-Loved,” a 360 resale program that will allow customers to shop secondhand products directly through Kate Spade’s website and resell apparel.

Events, Media & Communications

Global Citizen NOW Returns With Chris Martin and Hugh Jackman Alongside Political and Corporate Sector Leaders To Solve the Most Urgent Issues Facing Humanity and Our Planet

The biggest names in music, entertainment, philanthropy, public policy, climate activism and the corporate sector are set to convene in New York City for Global Citizen NOW, the thought leadership summit from Global Citizen, where ideas become impact.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

5 Social Impact Trends to Use During Global Volunteer Month

As Global Volunteer Month approaches this April, you can start preparing by taking note of current social impact trends and leveraging your knowledge to equip your team with the tools, resources and opportunities they’ll need to make the month a success.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Second Chance Hiring at Eaton

We believe it is incumbent for us as good corporate citizens to remove barriers to employment and advancement by allowing individuals with prior criminal records to fairly compete for job opportunities.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Lenovo Recognized as Leader in Climate Change and Water Security by CDP

Lenovo has been recognized for leadership in corporate sustainability by the global environmental non-profit CDP, securing recognition at the leadership level for its efforts to combat climate change and increase water security through business management and processes.

Environment

Dow's Seek Together Podcast Series | Episode 6: Water & Waste

Did you know that around 90% of the world’s population lives within walking distance of a river system? Many people’s lives depend on how healthy these rivers are.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bringing Resources ‘Under One Roof’ for Survivors of Domestic Violence

In 2021, Enbridge donated $15,000 to Women Aware as part of our commitment to help build sustainable communities near our operations.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Kimberly-Clark Cares for Communities Impacted by Recent Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria

In response to the recent devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, Kimberly-Clark is donating essential health and hygiene products to support active relief efforts across the region.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Building the Brand: Leading With Hut Family Values

In our first edition, meet Tom Wyczawski, president of Tasty Hut LLC, a division of Tasty Restaurant Group. Tasty Hut LLC has more than 220 Pizza Hut locations in 11 states and aspires to deliver the Pizza Hut-defined Guest Experience – great food, served fast and friendly.

Environment

Strengthened Networks Portfolio Boosts Ericsson’s Drive Towards Net Zero Emissions

Ericsson’s leadership in supporting service providers’ Net Zero ambitions, while meeting market demands for higher 5G capacity and revenue growth, has taken a major step forward with the launch of an enhanced RAN and Transport portfolio.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Coder Kavya Krishna Helps More Girls To Find Financial Independence With Tech Skills

Kavya is the latest feature in the Logitech MX #WomenWhoMaster series. She talks about how technology can create financial freedom for women, what inspires her to give back, and the hopes she has for the future of girls in tech.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

IBM Recognized by Anthem Awards for $5 Million Grant To Prepare Schools for Growing Ransomware Threat

IBM is proud to be recognized by the Anthem Awards for its IBM Security Preparedness Grant and the effort to help prepare schools for the threat of cyberattacks.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Van Pham’s Story: Pioneering With Plant Protein

Van Pham’s company, Emmay, pioneers researching mushroom protein and creating innovative products from it. She used the award winning HerVenture app to strengthen her business planning skills and scale her company.

Energy

Cummins-Led Plan for Zero-Emission Vehicle Charging Stations To Pick Up Speed

A Cummins Inc.-led project to develop battery charging and hydrogen (H2) fueling stations along the Interstate 80 Midwest Corridor will accelerate with the Biden Administration’s announcement last week of standards and funding for the National Network of Electric Vehicle Chargers

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Medtronic Employee Becomes Rare Disease Champion

It’s not just the mindshare at Medtronic that helps fuel Garber: The Medtronic Foundation’s employee Matched Giving program was crucial to getting the Yaya Foundation off the ground.

Environment

Working Forests Protect Water Quality Across the U.S.

The story of the 100,000-square-mile Floridan Aquifer is so good, it almost reads like a fairytale. Found underneath all of Florida and parts of Georgia, Alabama and South Carolina, it provides billions of gallons of drinking water every day.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Abbott Recognized as the Industry Leader in S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook for the 10th Year

For the 10th year, Abbott was named the top performing company in its industry in S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook 2023. The annual Sustainability Yearbook recognizes the world’s leading companies based on their sustainable business practices.

Education

One Man’s Passion Inspires the Power of Flight for Local School Kids

In October 2022, the American Airlines Aviation Recruiting team and New York Flight office partnered with the Ronald E. McNair Public School 5 to rebrand the school’s aviation center.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Taco Bell Honors Black History Month: Meet Jasmine B., District Excellence Leader

At Taco Bell, we empower our teams to be fearless, embrace different and drive change. We believe that each one of us has a story to tell.

Diversity & Inclusion

Entergy Celebrates HBCU Night With the New Orleans Pelicans

​On Saturday, Jan. 28, Entergy hosted Dillard University faculty, staff and students, and other Historically Black College and University leaders from across Louisiana during The New Orleans' Pelicans HBCU event at the Smoothie King Center. 

Latest Campaigns

  1. Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 5
    Welcome to Season 5 of Healthy Spaces by Trane Technologies, the podcast where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation...
  2. Drive for MPC
    At Marathon Petroleum, our professional truck drivers share one common vision: no accidents, no injuries, and no harm to the environment. We’re proud...
  3. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  4. Growth Through Sustainability
    Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...
  5. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
    The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.
  6. Wesco Cares
    Life-changing events can happen to any of us, often when we least expect them. Employees in need can turn to the Wesco Cares. Its mission is to be an...
  7. SustainabilityHQ.com Weekly Highlights
    Highlighting the top news, commentary, and research for the week coming from SHQ. The highlights newsletter also spotlights one profiled organization...
  8. Fifth Third’s Neighborhood Program
    Fifth Third has a proven track record of success in community development through its neighborhood program, which creates and implements innovative...
  9. AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism
    AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...
  10. Employee and Community Engagement
    At MilliporeSigma, we look for opportunities to use employee and community engagement to spark scientific curiosity and breakthroughs. We know that...
  11. Drawdown Georgia
    Informed by Project Drawdown, the world’s leading resource for climate solutions, Drawdown Georgia is the first state-centered effort to crowdsolve...
  12. Communities and People
    Employees are our most valued resource and are at the center of everything we do. Their talent, diversity, and commitment are crucial to our...
  13. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  14. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  15. Employee and Community Engagement
    At MilliporeSigma, we look for opportunities to use employee and community engagement to spark scientific curiosity and breakthroughs. We know that...