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Education

With Real-World Problem Solving Skills and Emerging Tech, Middle Schoolers Prepare for the Future

This spring at Vista Academy in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY, middle school students tackled a complicated problem: Thinking like scientists and engineers, they were asked to solve the issue of underwater pollution in the Pacific Ocean.

Environment

International Paper Strengthens Commitment to Nature With $15.3 Million Investment in Conservation Partnerships

International Paper (IP) reaffirms its dedication to conserving forest ecosystems, nature and biodiversity with a $15.3 million investment to renew strategic alliances with key conservation partners.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Direct Relief Commits Additional $10 Million To Expand Resilient Power at U.S. Health Safety-Net Clinics and Health Centers

Today, Direct Relief, the nation’s leading provider of philanthropic funding for solar and battery storage projects at U.S. nonprofit community health centers and clinics, announced a new $10 million commitment to bring clean, resilient backup power to more facilities.

Energy

Orange Grove Solar: Delivering Clean Energy in Texas

Enbridge announced our plans to build and operate the Orange Grove Solar project near Corpus Christi, TX. Upon completion in late 2025, Orange Grove will provide 130 megawatts (MW) of power to the local grid.

Innovation & Technology

Pioneering Pickleball Performance With Wilson

Pickleball is often described as a hybrid of tennis, badminton and ping pong, and is celebrated for its enjoyable gameplay, ease of learning and accessibility.

Health & Healthcare

Northwestern Mutual Commemorates Children and Families Affected by Childhood Cancer With Inaugural Proclamation for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Receiving a cancer diagnosis is unimaginable, but a reality for more than 1,000 children a day worldwide.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

From Kansas to Brazil: Salvation Army Responds to Disasters With FedEx Canteens

With support from FedEx through their Charitable Giving Program, The Salvation Army's co-branded FedEx canteens deployed to 41 events in the 2nd Quarter of 2024.

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet HARMAN Engineer Kelly; Navigating the World of Engineering With Empathy

Kelly has been with HARMAN for two years and leads the North American Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) lab. The lab specializes in hardware validation testing of electronic products such as amplifiers and head units. Kelly's leadership philosophy centers around empathy.

Innovation & Technology

A $524 Billion Opportunity

In this session hosted by Concordia and CARE, experts share insights into how the private sector and partnerships can play a critical role in improving access for the nearly three billion people – most of whom are women and girls – who are not online.

Environment

Understanding the Crucial Role of Climate Scenario Analysis in Business Strategy

As the frequency and severity of extreme weather events rise, regulatory bodies and investors are placing greater emphasis on climate-related disclosures, making it essential for companies to integrate climate considerations into their strategic planning.

Environment

Monitoring the Health of Our World's Oceans

What happens when you combine the power of genomics with the dedication of citizen scientists at scale? You create powerful datasets to understand and improve the health of our world’s oceans.

Education

Fueling Education for the Next Generation

The Henkel Scholarship Program was established to assist the children of employees in North America who plan to continue their education in college or vocational school programs.

Environment

Gardening for Good at Kohler

In response to local food insufficiency, our Sheridan, Arkansas, team came together to plant a community garden, complete with a watering system and chock full of fruit and veggies galore.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Franklin Templeton Receives Top Score in 2024 Disability Equality Index (DEI)

Franklin Templeton is pleased to announce its receipt of a top score of 100 in the 2024 Disability Equality Index® (DEI).

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

2024 Principal® Charity Classic Raised Record $8.6 Million for Iowa Youth

The Principal® Charity Classic today announced its 2024 tournament raised a record $8.6 million in support of Iowa youth. The annual PGA TOUR Champions event in Des Moines has now raised $62 million for Iowa children’s charities since Principal Financial Group® became the sponsor

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

One Cadence: From Idaho to Silicon Valley With Pride

Recently, I traveled from my hometown and remote work location in southeast Idaho to participate with fellow Cadence employees in the Silicon Valley Pride Parade.

Environment

Enhancing Workplace Safety: Covia's Commitment to Dust Control

Covia continues to prioritize reducing the risk of exposure to respirable silica dust and related diseases, such as silicosis.

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet the Cleveland Retailer in the Business of ‘Everything Involved in Fashion’

Dru Christine Fabrics & Design is a one-stop shop for all things fashion in downtown Cleveland. Owned and operated by Andrea “Dru” Thompson, the shop is not only a broad variety clothing store, but also serves as a studio for adults and kids sewing classes.

Responsible Production & Consumption

E... for Embodied Emissions, a Saint-Gobain Podcast

On this episode, learn about embodied emissions; carbon embedded in the materials used in the construction of a building. Today, new buildings are more energy-efficient meaning that the share of embodied carbon in the building's lifecycle emissions is increasing.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County Receives $150,000 Grant From KeyBank To Launch New Homeownership Training Center

KeyBank and the KeyBank Foundation announced an investment of $150,000 in Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County (HFHSJC) to help launch its new Homeownership Training Center and home office.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Top 20 Chief Sustainability Officers of USA and Canada Announced

The names of the Top 20 Chief Sustainability Officers of North America have been revealed today, together with the names of the Grand Jury that will select the three winners of the Futur/io CSO Awards North America.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Powering a Sustainable Future With Clean Energy Credit Union

As the impacts of climate change become more evident, the urgency to transition away from fossil fuels is clear. Investing in renewable energy is crucial for the future of our planet, yet it remains a challenge for many.

Environment

$4.7M in Grants Awarded by Arbor Day Foundation To Strengthen Urban Forests in Underserved Areas

The Arbor Day Foundation subawards urban forestry grants to 18 community-based nonprofits.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Are You Natural Disaster Ready? How To Master National Preparedness Month

This National Preparedness Month, here are some tips from T-Mobile that can help you be ready when it matters most.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Why Families in Nepal Eat More Vegetables

“As Dalit landless people, we used to survive primarily on rice, and some days we had nothing to eat. Our children’s stomachs were never full. We now have land to grow vegetables for our family,” says Rubi Sadhya, a member of the Dina Bhadri Women Farmers Group.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Recognition of our Company
    As the leading sports and live music company in the world, we recognize our responsibility to provide industry leadership and to conduct our business...
  2. Investing in our Communities
    We invest in sustainable community outcomes that improve lives.
  3. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  4. FedEx Cares | Overall
    FedEx Cares is our global community engagement program and one way that we live out our purpose of connecting people and possibilities. Our goal is to...
  5. Enriching Women's Lives
    60 years ago, Mary Kay Ash created an unparalleled opportunity for women to define their own successes and control their own futures. Her vision of...
  6. Coach Foundation | Dream It Real
    To help break cycles of inequality, we empower the next generation to reach their full potential through higher education.
  7. Accelerating access to healthcare technology
    We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...
  8. IWBI | Workplace Wellness
    A WELL Certified™ project has the potential to add measurable value to the health, well-being and happiness of people in the buildings. It can also...
  9. Cascale Events
    Cascale organizes and participates in a series of events, leveraging its position as a global convener of close to half the sector to bring together...
  10. 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...
  11. 2025 Global Inclusive Growth Summit
    This annual event hosted by the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth will explore how we can build strong growth and economic opportunity for all...
  12. Collaboration and Partnership
    Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...
  13. AMD Environmental Sustainability
    Advancing sustainability across our operations, supply chain manufacturing and product stewardship
  14. 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...
  15. Whirlpool Corporation Diversity and Inclusion
    Celebrating D&I events, stories and wins