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Energy

Duke Energy Tests Next-Gen Energy Storage at Historic Suwannee Site

In 1956, TVs had rabbit ears, phones were attached to the wall, and the Suwannee River Steam Plant near Live Oak, Fla., was a state-of-the-art facility and the largest on Duke Energy’s Florida system.

Events, Media & Communications

Registration Now Open! UN Global Compact Network UK 2025 Annual Summit 14 Oct, 2025

Sustainability is no longer a trade-off — it’s a catalyst for growth, resilience, and profitability.

Education

The Next Generation of Talent: Investing in the Future Through Internship

Learn how Covia's talent acquisition leaders Adrianna Ateh and Coleman Rojahn are building the next generation through innovative mentorship programs

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

How Sustainable Forestry Fuels the Future of Construction: A Rayonier Perspective on Mass Timber

Mass timber, a renewable, durable, environmentally friendly building material, is changing the building industry for the better. In this article, we take a deeper look at the environmental, economic and human benefits of mass timber and highlight some mass timber success stories.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Driving Personal Growth: 3M’s Wendy Bauer on Navigating Challenges and Advancing in Leadership

Wendy Bauer, Group President of 3M’s Transportation and Electronics Business Group (TEBG), is recognized as one of the 2025 Automotive News 100 Leading Women.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Minnesotan Builds Legacy of Craftsmanship With Support From U.S. Bank

Bryan Bernloehr was fresh out of high school when he founded Quality Contour, a precision machine shop that specializes in custom parts for industries from aerospace to medical devices.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Bright Spaces, Brighter Futures: PSE&G Helps Make a Difference at Boys & Girls Clubs

Boys & Girls Clubs are a crucial part of communities throughout New Jersey. Not only do they provide safe and reliable childcare for parents, with transportation to and from school and educational and recreational after-school and summer camp programs

Health & Healthcare

"The Adventure Jar” - A Children’s Book Supporting Families Impacted by Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC) Receives Two 2025 Bronze Anvil Awards

We’re proud to share that “The Adventure Jar,” a children’s book supporting families impacted by metastatic breast cancer (MBC), has received two 2025 Bronze Anvil Awards from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).

Innovation & Technology

RBA Launches Chemical Platform To Support Risk-Based Due Diligence in Global Supply Chains

RBA Launches Chemical Platform to Support Risk-Based Due Diligence in Global Supply Chains

Energy

Eaton and Siemens Energy Join Forces To Provide Power and Technology To Accelerate the Delivery of New Data Center Capacity

Intelligent power management company Eaton, and Siemens Energy, one of the world’s leading energy technology companies, have announced a fast-track approach to building data centers with integrated onsite power.

Health & Healthcare

Teen With Spina Bifida Inspires in the Face of Physical Adversity

In this episode of the Medtronic series Open Book, Manny shares how spina bifida impacts his life in unseen ways.

Innovation & Technology

Gen Joins Forces With Industry Leaders To Launch GASA North America Chapter

Gen is honored to stand alongside leaders from JPMorganChase, Amazon, Meta, Google and The Aspen Institute as a founding pillar member of the GASA North America Chapter.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

NatureVest Celebrates a Decade of Impact

For over a decade, TNC’s NatureVest team has mobilized private capital to drive large-scale conservation. Explore the 2024 NatureVest Impact Report: Investing in Nature, to learn more!

Responsible Production & Consumption

Webinaire Gratuit: PME: CES 4 Projets RSE Que Vous Ne Regretterez Pas

Rejoignez Kaba Impact et SCS Consulting le 20 juin 2025 à 14h pour un échange de 45 minutes dédié aux "PME : ces 4 projets RSE que vous ne regretterez pas".

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Coach Surprised 1,500 Educators at Schools With Pop-Up Shop Experience for U.S. Teacher Appreciation Week

In the spirit Coach Foundation’s Dream It Real mission, which aims to create opportunities and remove barriers for the next generation of young people who have the courage to dream it real.

Events, Media & Communications

Qualcomm’s Board of Directors Appoints Christopher Young to Board

Qualcomm Incorporated has announced that its Board of Directors appointed Christopher Young to the Board, effective immediately. Mr. Young will serve on the HR and Compensation Committee.

Education

Scientific Leaders Honored by 3M and Discovery Education

3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) announced the recipients in the 2025 Alumni Grants Program. As part of the Young Scientist Challenge Alumni Network, the Alumni Grants Program supports past participants of the 3M Young Scientist Challenge (#YoungScientist). 

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Bath & Body Works Supports Local Vanilla Farmers in Madagascar

As a global fragrance leader, Bath & Body Works takes pride in crafting high quality products with ingredients that customers can trust.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Celebrating Parenthood at Gildan for Global Day of Parents

As the world celebrates Global Day of Parents (June 1), Gildan honours those employees who play parental roles, juggling responsibilities towards their families while simultaneously bringing passion to their work.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Discovery Education Names Catherine Dunlop As Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships

Discovery Education, the creators of essential PreK-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced the appointment of Catherine Dunlop as the Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships.

Responsible Production & Consumption

From Purpose To Impact: The Role of Brand Strategy in Scaling Social Change

In today’s crowded digital space, mission alone isn’t enough. On this RENEWables episode, Eric Ressler shares how bold branding and clear messaging help social impact orgs rise above the noise and drive real change—one digital moment at a time.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Workiva Named a Leader in IDC MarketScape for ESG Reporting and Compliance Management Applications

We are thrilled to report that Workiva was named a “leader” in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide ESG Reporting and Compliance Management Applications 2025 Vendor Assessment!

Social Impact & Volunteering

Otis STEM Program Propels Student Alum to an International Scholarship

Pannawish Tanthawichian was a participating high school student in the Otis Made to Move Communities™ challenge in 2022-23.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Sustainable Electronics Start in the Supply Chain — New Program Prepares Suppliers To Lead

The future of sustainable electronics starts in the supply chain. The new Supplier Engagement Program for EPEAT gives suppliers the tools, training, and recognition they need to lead. Learn more at epeat.net/about/sep.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

45 Years of Sustainability at Frey Vineyards

Frey Vineyards sits at the heart of Mendocino County in Redwood Valley, tucked into the hills of Northern California. There, the Frey family grows organic grapes in organic vineyards and makes organic wine.

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