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Social Impact & Volunteering

How Clorox Employees Make a Difference Through Volunteering

To support its culture of giving back to the communities in which is operates, each month Clorox recognizes teammates who volunteer their time to serve their communities with the Helping Hands Award.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Merck Earns Top Spot on Newsweek’s List of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2025

Merck (NYSE: MRK), known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, has ranked No. 1 on Newsweek’s annual list of America’s Most Responsible Companies for the second year in a row.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank Foundation Invests $3 Million in Eight Cleveland Area Non-Profit Organizations

Today, KeyBank and the KeyBank Foundation proudly announced their support for eight exceptional nonprofit organizations in 2024, providing grants totaling $3 million.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Veolia North America Joins UN Global Compact

Veolia North America is pleased to announce that it has joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) initiative as a subsidiary member of its parent company, Veolia Group.

Green Infrastructure

Eaton Helps Sustainably Power Wisconsin’s Second Net Zero, All-Electric School

Intelligent power management company Eaton will provide a renewable energy microgrid at Maplewood Intermediate/Middle School in Menasha, Wisconsin, to support affordable, resilient and sustainable power.

Responsible Production & Consumption

SCS Standards Releases SCS-115 Module C for Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage for Public Review

SCS Standards is pleased to announce public review of the SCS-115 Certification Standard for Product Carbon Intensity and Reduction for Chemicals and Co-products, Module C.

Social Impact & Volunteering

10 Years of Impact: How DP World in the Americas is Empowering Communities and Championing Change on UN Global Volunteer Day

As the world celebrates UN Global Volunteer Day on December 5, DP World in the Americas is reflecting on its decade of contributions to communities across the region.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Gildan Spotlights Employee-Led Volunteering Activities for International Volunteer Day

Earlier this year, Gildan launched its inaugural Global Employee Volunteer Month, an initiative bringing together employees at the Company’s global locations to make meaningful contributions to their local communities.

Education

Sustainability Profession Scrambles To Fill ‘Extreme Gap’ in Digital Skills To Harness Power of AI

IBM SkillsBuild targets adult learners, high school and university students and staff, and aims to support educating communities underrepresented in the technology sector such as women and people on low incomes.

Responsible Production & Consumption

ScottsMiracle-Gro 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report: Helping Consumers To Think Water Positive

#ThinkWaterPositive educates consumers on how they can save and protect water resources while creating, maintaining and enjoying living landscapes that work in concert with the environment.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Foundations for Duke Energy, Indiana Economic Development Association Commit $150,000 To Improve Community Access to Affordable Child Care

The Duke Energy Foundation and the Indiana Economic Development Association Foundation are committing $150,000 in grant funding to support organizations and projects focused on improving access to affordable child care in Indiana communities.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Cascale’s Brand & Retail Forum Bridges Gap Between Policy and Industry Action

Cascale’s Brand & Retail Forum brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders from the global consumer goods sector for a day of critical dialogue and collaboration.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Mentors From Whirlpool Corporation Help Local Students Create Personal Brands From Their Unique Qualities

Whirlpool Corporation mentors recently joined the 2024-25 Jobs for Michigan's Graduates (JMG powered by Youth Solutions, Inc.) cohort from Benton Harbor High School to kick off the academic year.

Environment

Arbor Day Foundation, NBCUniversal Collaborate To Restore Hurricane-Affected Land

Arbor Day Foundation, NBCUniversal partner to plant trees on forestlands impacted by natural disaster. 

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Paramount Employees Across the Globe Give Back With Skills-Based Volunteering

Paramount is one of the worldʼs leading producers of premium entertainment content that connects billions of people worldwide.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Entergy Employees Raise Nearly $900,000 To Support Neighbors in Need Through the Power to Care

This year, Entergy employees raised $868,167 for The Power to Care, a vital program that provides emergency bill assistance to our most vulnerable neighbors, including older adults and individuals with disabilities.

Diversity & Inclusion

Embracing Inclusivity: Cintas’ Commitment to Accessibility

At Cintas, our identity is shaped by the diverse life experiences and unique perspectives of our employee-partners. Part of that identity is creating a work environment that is inclusive and accessible for individuals with disabilities.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bath & Body Works Recognized on Newsweek’s List of “America’s Most Responsible Companies” for ESG Efforts

Bath & Body Works announces its inclusion on Newsweek’s ranking of America’s Most Responsible Companies.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Life Cycle Assessment: The Ultimate Tool for Reducing Product Environmental Impacts

In this blog, SCS Global Services offers insights into the company's Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) process and explore how LCA can support companies as they demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

Research, Reports & Publications

Drive Results With Platinum: Advanced Analytics for Sustainability Leaders

Measuring impact is one thing—optimizing it is another. Platinum, 3BL’s premier solution, empowers organizations to transform their sustainability data into actionable insights that drive measurable results.

Innovation & Technology

Baker Tilly’s Insights on How To Deliver Business Value From AI

Many organizations are now considering how to harness the potential of AI to drive business transformation and improve operational efficiency.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Portland Housing Center Receives $300,000 Grant From KeyBank To Support Communities With Historically Limited Access to Homeownership Opportunities

Portland Housing Center (PHC) has received a $300,000 grant from KeyBank to expand homeownership opportunities for historically marginalized communities.

Research, Reports & Publications

2024 Uncovers A New Age For Global Online Entrepreneurs

Small and microbusinesses boomed in 2024, expanding their reach and impact. Agile entrepreneurs harnessed cutting-edge tech to seize opportunities, fueling growth and innovation. These nimble ventures now fuel local economies.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Foundation Forward: The Latest Truist Foundation News | Q4 2024

This quarterly newsletter showcases how Truist Foundation supports Truist Financial Corporation’s purpose to inspire and build better lives and communities through strategic investments in a wide variety of nonprofit organizations

Environment

The Impact of AI on Carbon Emissions

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming businesses and lives. However, this exponential growth doesn’t come without environmental considerations. Every time you use AI to write an email or ask a chatbot a question, it comes at a cost to the planet—one ton of carbon at a time

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