Sustainable Development Goals

KeyBank Details Carbon Commitments in 2021 ESG Report

May 2, 2022 11:00 AM ET

As part of our recent 2021 Environmental, Social, and Governance Report, KeyBank outlined several carbon commitments and progress toward them.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Supplier Bonnie Plants and The Home Depot Empower Gardeners to #DonateYourHarvest This Season

May 2, 2022 11:00 AM ET

When the U.S. first began experiencing limited stock and empty grocery shelves brought on by the pandemic, Bonnie Plants.

Health & Healthcare

Illumina Announces Long-Term Strategic Partnership with Janssen

May 2, 2022 11:00 AM ET

I’m proud to announce that today, during the World CDx Summit in London, Illumina, Inc. announced a long-term strategic collaboration with Janssen Biotech, Inc. (Janssen) to accelerate the development of precision medicines.

Research, Reports & Publications

DuPont Publishes 2022 Sustainability Report

May 2, 2022 10:00 AM ET

DuPont today published its 2022 Sustainability Report detailing the progress made in its environmental, social and governance journey, as well as actions to achieve its 2030 Sustainability Goals.

Innovation & Technology

RMI and the Copper Mark Launch Public Consultation on Revised Criteria for Responsible Minerals and Metals

May 2, 2022 9:30 AM ET

RMI and the Copper Mark Launch Public Consultation

Health & Healthcare

The Grandmasters of Virus Surveillance

May 2, 2022 9:30 AM ET

Think of an epidemiologist as an advanced chess player, an individual who studies the world’s patterns of infectious diseases to stay several steps ahead of viral threats.

Events, Media & Communications

Discover The Top 5 Trends Impacting CSR at Goodness Matters

May 2, 2022 9:00 AM ET

In today’s fast-moving CSR landscape, it’s important to stay on top of the macro trends that can affect the way you work and help your people and your company make an impact. And there’s one place you can discover those trends — at the corporate purpose event of the year, Benevity's Goodness Matters!

Energy

Tetra Tech's Araí Monteforte Looks at the Transition to Cleaner, More Sustainable Energy Around the World

May 2, 2022 9:00 AM ET

Tetra Tech’s Araí Monteforte how we are addressing climate change with clean energy for clients around the world.

Diversity & Inclusion

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Renewing and Rebuilding: Our Communities and Beyond

May 2, 2022 9:00 AM ET

As we recognize Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, we celebrate the richness, dynamism, and contributions of a large and diverse global population representing 50 ethnic groups and speaking more than 100 languages. 

Diversity & Inclusion

Mastercard: Unleashing the Power of Women Entrepreneurs - Meet Marlita

Apr 29, 2022 5:30 PM ET

Marlita Tenorio Gonzales runs a sportswear business with support from CARE’s Ignite program, a partnership with the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Best Way to Navigate the Climate Disclosures Movement? Listen to the Institutional Investors Driving the Conversation.

Apr 29, 2022 4:30 PM ET

Beyond simply complying with changing regulatory minimum standards, making ESG a priority should include watching for signals from institutional investors, proxy advisors and other advocacy groups.

Environment

DraftKings Celebrates Arbor Day

Apr 29, 2022 4:30 PM ET

Social Impact & Volunteering

Truist Teammates Inspire Future Generations by Volunteering in the Classroom

Apr 29, 2022 4:20 PM ET

Truist teammates expand on the digital educational content by volunteering in participating classrooms. This school year alone, our teammates visited more than 150 classrooms participating in Truist WORD Force and Truist Financial Foundations.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Mondelēz to Install Solar Panels in Malaysia Plants

Apr 29, 2022 3:20 PM ET

Mondelēz International Malaysia has partnered with NEFIN Group, a carbon neutrality solutions provider, to install solar panels on the roof of its manufacturing plants in Shah Alam and Prai, Pulau Pinang.

Research, Reports & Publications

Northern Trust Releases 2021 Philanthropic Impact Report

Apr 29, 2022 3:15 PM ET

Northern Trust has made $160 million in charitable contributions in the last decade, including $18 million in 2021 benefiting nearly 1,000 organizations globally, according to a Northern Trust’s 2021 Philanthropic Impact Report.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bread Financial Strengthens Commitment to Environment, Partners With the Nature Conservancy

Apr 29, 2022 2:30 PM ET

Bread Financial announced a gift to The Nature Conservancy to support its efforts to sustainably manage, restore and protect our forests.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Habitat for Humanity and Whirlpool Corp. Study Illustrates How Energy-Efficient Appliances Can Help Low-Income Families Lower Their Utility Bills

Apr 29, 2022 2:10 PM ET

Whirlpool Corp. (NYSE: WHR) recently collaborated with Habitat for Humanity International to produce a study that demonstrates the potential savings low-income households may save with the use of energy-efficient appliances.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Arrow Electronics' Employees Mark Earth Day With Tree Planting

Apr 29, 2022 1:25 PM ET

In honor of Earth Day, employees at Arrow Electronics’ global headquarters gathered to plant and stake trees at Berkeley Lake Park in Denver. Nearly 40 trees were planted as part of Denver Parks and Recreation’s Game Plan for a Healthy City.

Environment

Deckers Brands and UGG Partner With the Savory Institute and Land to Market on Regenerative Farming

Apr 29, 2022 1:00 PM ET

In celebration of Earth Month, Deckers Brands is proud to spotlight the UGG brand’s partnership with the Savory Institute and Land to Market.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

ESG Ratings: Solution or Starting Point?

Apr 29, 2022 12:25 PM ET

ESG ratings are a popular way to search for companies that meet specific criteria in a responsible investing agenda. But third-party ratings don’t tell the whole story for investors seeking a comprehensive view of how ESG issues affect return potential.

Health & Healthcare

Alcohol-related Deaths Increased by 25% in 2020

Apr 29, 2022 12:00 PM ET

A new study from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism shows alcohol-related deaths increased by 25% in 2020 and remained elevated in 2021.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Reflecting on the 2022 GFSI Conference

Apr 29, 2022 12:00 PM ET

In the latest episode of the CGF Podcast, host Louise Chester speaks to Global Food Safety Initiative Director Erika Sheward to hear her reflections on the recent 2022 GFSI conference which took place in Barcelona.

Responsible Production & Consumption

3 Household Appliances to Consider When Converting to Green Energy

Apr 29, 2022 11:45 AM ET

While you may grow your family or upsize your home over time, we’re happy to share that the energy use in your household is only expected to go down.

Diversity & Inclusion

United Partners With OneTen to Help Create One Million Family-sustaining Jobs for Black Talent Over Ten Years

Apr 29, 2022 11:30 AM ET

United Airlines today announced a new collaboration with OneTen, a coalition of leading chief executives and their companies committed to creating one million family-sustaining careers for Black talent with opportunity for advancement over the next 10 years.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Traditional Medicinals Commits Another $50,000 to Alleviate Poverty Through Whole Planet Foundation

Apr 29, 2022 11:20 AM ET

Traditional Medicinals is again renewing its $50,000 commitment to the Foundation’s Supplier Alliance for Microcredit. In 2022, Traditional Medicinals is funding essential microbusinesses to alleviate global poverty.