Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Inclusion & Opportunity

HACR Praises SEC Approval of Nasdaq-Backed Proposal for Board Diversity Requirements

The Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility (HACR) praises the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on its decision to approve Nasdaq’s proposal that would require new mandatory board diversity on Nasdaq-listed companies.

Environment

National Grid Statement on President Biden's Clean Transportation Executive Order

A statement from Badar Khan, President, National Grid, US on the Biden administration’s clean transportation announcement

Corporate Responsibility

PSE&G Supports New National EV Goals

We applaud the Biden administration on the signing of the executive order targeting 50% of vehicles sold in the United States be electric vehicles by 2030.

Health & Healthcare

'A Real Opportunity to Rethink How and Where We Work'

During the pandemic, the world scrambled to accommodate remote work for a large share of employees. Now, returning to the office is an increasing reality

Media & Communications

Working Capital Innovation Fund: Annual Impact Report

The Working Capital Innovation Fund (WCIF) today released its second annual Impact Management and Measurement Report, focused on activities undertaken and lessons learned during 2020.

Research & Reports

Griffith Foods | 2020 Sustainability Report

"I’m so encouraged by our progress in creating a Sustainability Plan that gives new depth of focus, structure and discipline to accelerating Griffith Foods as a 'vehicle for greater good.'"

Philanthropy

JetBlue's Soar With Reading Free Book Vending Machine Initiative Goes Virtual to Get Books into the Hands of Kids Who Need Them Most

JetBlue's eleventh annual Soar with Reading initiative tackles the issue of literacy in areas known as book deserts, where access to age-appropriate books for children is often very limited.

Research & Reports

2020 In Focus: ViacomCBS Social Impact Review

At our core, ViacomCBS is made up of a team of doers and creatives looking to change the world. As a one of the world’s largest content creators, our commitment to social impact is a top priority.

Corporate Responsibility

From the Fifth Third Bank 2020 ESG Report: Corporate Governance

Fifth Third Bank believes that a strong corporate governance program is the foundation for a sustainable and well-governed company.

AI & Technology

Security Is a Journey, Not a Destination: Cybersecurity's Past, Present and Future

In 2020, the IT world has proven its resiliency — and overall done well at enabling organisations to get the job done under extreme circumstances. Many lessons were learned along the way and it most certainly wasn’t the same journey for all.

Environment

International Report Underscores Urgent Need for Climate Action Before It Is Too Late

Governments must urgently move to prevent the worst impacts of the global climate crisis, the sustainability nonprofit Ceres said following the release of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s Sixth Assessment Report.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

The Purpose of Business and the Circular Economy

In college, one of my professors taught a popular theory of economics that a company’s sole purpose is to deliver profit to shareholders.

Research & Reports

Kinross Gold Launches 2020 Sustainability Report

Kinross Gold’s 2020 Sustainability Report highlights another successful year of responsible mining despite the challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.

AI & Technology

New Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon On The Future Of Qualcomm, Tech And 5G

Years from now, when we look back at the technologies that shaped and impacted us the most, on a grand and magnificent scale, I believe we will recognize the importance of the push and adoption of wireless technologies like 5G.

Health & Healthcare

International Paper Collaborates With APNA to Improve Quality of Life for Autistic Children and Their Families in Spain

Thanks to a donation by International Paper, the Spanish Association of Parents of People with Autism will begin implementing Pediatric Autism Communication Therapy, a technique that helps autistic children develop their social communication skills.

Research & Reports

Customized Corporate Responsibility Report Results from Chevron

We demonstrate our commitment to transparency by reporting metrics and performance data annually so we can hold ourselves responsible for our progress and our stakeholders can hold us accountable.

Inclusion & Opportunity

T-Mobile Enhances Partnerships With LULAC and UnidosUS to Bring Digital Literacy Resources to Hispanic Communities

T-Mobile announced donations to two of the country’s leading Hispanic advocacy organizations, the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) and UnidosUS (formerly National Council of La Raza) to fund two programs focused on providing digital literacy resources to Hispanic communities across America.

AI & Technology

EllaLink Cable Providing Fast, Sustainable Connection Across Atlantic Ocean

WSPs first transatlantic fiber optic cable system, connecting South America to Europe is now providing the first system that directly connects these two continents, bypassing the U.S. telecom infrastructure.

Corporate Responsibility

Tokyo 2020 Goes For Net Zero Emissions, Adapts to a Changing Climate

The primary concern in this respect for the organisers of Tokyo 2020 is to mitigate the impacts of high city temperatures on athletes, volunteers and officials.

Inclusion & Opportunity

NRG Energy 2020 Sustainability Report: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We recognize that in order to serve our customers and our communities we must live our values.

Health & Healthcare

Illumina Donates Next-Generation Sequencing Capabilities to Support Indigenous Scientists

On a windy, overcast, yet unseasonably warm day in March, Joseph Yracheta was excited to welcome two guests to his research facility in Eagle Butte, South Dakota. Illumina Field Applications Scientist Brittny Smith and Field Service Engineer Andrew “AJ” Rutt were traveling to help with the setup of the Illumina NextSeq™ 550, which had been delivered as part of Illumina’s Accelerating Access to Genomics Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.

Health & Healthcare

It's National Health Center Week 2021, and We Want To Say Thank You

This National Health Center Week 2021, Quest Diagnostics is grateful and proud to recognize the unwavering work of our country’s community health centers.

Energy & Infrastructure

Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions' 182-MW Maryneal Windpower in Texas Starts Commercial Operation

Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions,* a nonregulated commercial brand of Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), today announced the commercial operation of the 182-megawatt (MW) Maryneal Windpower project in Nolan County, Texas.

Research & Reports

True Transparency Requires In-Depth Reporting

How can organizations respond to their needs for improved information on sustainability risks, as well as growing external expectations for transparency?

Education & Workforce Development

Think Globally, Act Locally: This Mom's Fight for Digital Equity Is a Lesson for Us All

“I’m not supposed to be here,” says Tanesha Grant, founder of Parents Supporting Parents NYC, a nonprofit aiming to help New York City kids bridge the digital divide.

Latest Campaigns

KeyBank: Responsible Banking

Everyone’s financial journey is different. We make intentional efforts to meet the individual needs of clients and communities through a diverse range...

Sustainability by Antea Group

At Antea Group, we believe the best sustainability programs integrate sustainability into core business practices, we identify and act on relevant...

Greener Products and Solutions

We actively integrate sustainability into the product development process and look at all phases of the product life cycle for opportunities to...

Special Economic Zones

Driving awareness of Special Economic Zones.

Integrated Tools

Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...

Kingfisher Around the World

The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...

Wells Fargo Social Impact and Sustainability

Wells Fargo & Company is a leading financial services company that has approximately $1.9 trillion in assets and proudly serves one in three U.S...

Small Business Growth

We strengthen communities and help create local jobs by investing in underserved small business owners. We fund nonprofits that are focused on...

PSEG Environmental Stewardship

PSEG’s environmental stewardship is evident in programs and strategies that reflect our commitment to clean air, clean water and waste management...

License to Operate

Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...