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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Baker Tilly Foundation Grants Wishes in Annual Giving Campaign

The Baker Tilly Foundation announces the 15 recipients of its eighth annual Baker Tilly Wishes – a program driven by team member nominations, empowers not-for-profit organizations with $10,000 donations.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

LG Electronics Pledges Support to California Communities Affected by Wildfires

As part of its commitment to support the California communities affected by wildfires, home appliance leader LG Electronics USA announced the first phase of its community resiliency and disaster response efforts.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Veolia’s Commitment to Serving Communities in Need

We are committed to providing the educational tools and resources that help educate the public about the important role wastewater treatment plays in protecting the health of the community and the local environment.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

3M Working With Direct Relief To Provide N95 Respirators During Los Angeles Wildfires

To help protect the respiratory health and safety of first responders and communities affected by the devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area, 3M is working with Direct Relief, one of the largest global humanitarian aid organizations in the world.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Giving Back to the Communities We Serve

Grand Gulf Nuclear Station employees recently donated roughly 300 pounds of food to the Triumph Food Pantry. Each month, the food bank provides meals to more than 350 families in the communities surrounding Vicksburg, Miss.

Environment

"Faith & Sustainability" Podcast: Jaime Lanier From the Ray C. Anderson Foundation

Jaime Lanier, trustee for Ray C. Anderson Foundation, was recently interviewed for the "Faith and Sustainability" podcast, a ministry of The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta.

Diversity & Inclusion

KeyBank Names Natasha Martin Corporate Responsibility Officer for Its Dayton, Cincinnati and Central Ohio Markets

Today, KeyBank announced Natasha Martin has been named Corporate Responsibility Officer for its Dayton, Cincinnati and Central Ohio markets. In this position, she is part of the enterprise-wide corporate responsibility team that oversees the philanthropic budgets.

Sustainable Development Goals

From NYC to Baku to Davos: Climate Conversations That Matter

In this special episode of ESG Talk, Mandi McReynolds reflects on pivotal climate conversations leading up to Davos, revisiting key discussions from Climate Week NYC and COP29 in Azerbaijan.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Yum China Leads the Restaurant & Leisure Facilities Industry for the Fifth Consecutive Year on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index

Yum China Holdings, Inc. (the "Company" or "Yum China") (NYSE: YUMC; HKEX: 9987) today announced that the Company has been ranked number one globally for the Restaurant & Leisure Facilities Industry in the S&P Global 2024 Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA).

Energy

Marathon Petroleum’s MPLX Bluestone Plant Marks a First for U.S. Midstream Natural Gas Processing Sector

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR® program is celebrating the Bluestone natural gas plant in Pennsylvania as the first facility of its kind ever to achieve the ENERGY STAR Challenge for Industry.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

More Than 1,200 Young People Were Part of the Case IH Planting Project

Case IH, a CNH brand, started the Siembra Project, an initiative conceived and designed to connect the company with new generations through educational and technical activities in institutions throughout the country.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

The Unsung Hero of Global Trade: Brazil’s Cellulose Powerhouse

Cellulose is the unsung hero of countless everyday products, from paper and packaging to hygiene items and even some bio-based materials.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Southern Company Gas Elects Stephen Edwards and Benjamin Spencer As New Board Members

Southern Company Gas today announced its board of directors has elected Stephen Edwards, chief executive officer and executive director of the Virginia Port Authority, and A. Benjamin Spencer, dean of the William & Mary Law School, to join the company's board

Social Impact & Volunteering

Lenovo Volunteers Give Back With Record-Breaking Impact During Month of Service

For the eighth consecutive year, Lenovo employees have grown Lenovo’s Love on Month of Service, an annual, global volunteering initiative.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Saint-Gobain Celebrates Global Top Employer Certification for Tenth Consecutive Year

Saint-Gobain today celebrated its tenth consecutive Global Top Employer certification, receiving  the prestigious honor from the Top Employers Institute for 2025. This year, Saint-Gobain is one of only 17 companies around the world to receive this certification.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Duke Energy Offers $200,000 in Grants To Help Nonprofits That Support Senior Citizens in South Carolina

Duke Energy today launched a campaign to promote grant opportunities totaling $200,000 to South Carolina organizations that help the state’s aging population with services and support, particularly for those with income challenges.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Managing Remote Work Policies Across Borders: Compliance, Culture, and Connection

As many global companies implement more permanent remote work schedules, it’s essential for employers to understand the requirements for remote workers, particularly in ensuring compliance, maintaining employee well-being, and fostering a productive and secure work environment.

Environment

Carnival Corporation’s Holland America and Princess Alaska Operations Close Summer Season With Significant Environmental Contributions

As the 2024 tour season in Alaska closes, Carnival Corporation proudly reflects on its significant environmental contributions.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bucks County Opportunity Council Receives $400,000 Grant From KeyBank Foundation

Bucks County Opportunity Council Inc. (BCOC) has received a $400,000 Community Impact Grant from KeyBank Foundation, the charitable foundation of KeyBank, aimed to increase food resources and improve health equity in Bucks County.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Franklin Templeton Employees Welcome the Spirit of Giving Through Involved HOLIDAYS Campaign

Franklin Templeton employees show their generosity and compassion all year long. This year, the firm again participated in Involved HOLIDAYS, a special volunteer campaign building upon the momentum of June’s Impact Days to extend the spirit of giving beyond that month

Innovation & Technology

If There Is a Monster in Loch Ness, This Geneticist Will Find It

The platypus is a venomous mammal that lays eggs, can sense electricity, and has 10 sex chromosomes. The tuatara is a reptile from a lineage that evolved before most dinosaurs (and all lizards). The bluehead wrasse is a fish that can change sex.

Research, Reports & Publications

Benevity Report Predicts Surge in CSR Investment Amid Heightened Public Scrutiny

Benevity, Inc., the market-leading global provider of social impact software, today released The Executive CSR Report, detailing new research that shows increased executive commitments to corporate social responsibility in the year to come.

Research, Reports & Publications

Rockwell Automation Releases 2024 Sustainability Report

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK) today published its 2024 Sustainability Report, which highlights the company’s sustainability strategy, outcomes, and progress to help build sustainable customers, a sustainable company, and sustainable communities.

Health & Healthcare

Baker Tilly’s Insights on Driving Change in Healthcare: Trends Reshaping the Industry

In 2024, the healthcare industry found itself navigating a pivotal year of transformation and resilience. Rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, a shifting regulatory environment, possible impacts from the presidential election, and the growing threat of cyberattacks

Energy

PSE&G Installs More Than 2 Million Smart Meters – Continues on Path To Enhance Customer Experience and Support More Efficient Outage Recovery

PSE&G reached a key milestone by installing more than 2 million smart meters as part of its Smart Meter Program aimed at enhancing customer insights and supporting faster outage recovery.

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