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Sustainable Development Goals

COP28 UAE Key Takeaways

Looking back on COP28 in Dubai, it's clear that this conference generated its fair share of controversy and raised concerns about the perceived lack of action. However, amid the debates and discussions, significant outcomes and progress did emerge.

Education

Comcast NBCUniversal Awards $500,000 Grant To Elevate 215 in Support of Philadelphia Education

The investment in Philadelphia education will provide support for a number of Elevate 215’s core initiatives, which aim to improve schools in Philadelphia that primarily serve Black and Hispanic/Latinx students and students from low-income backgrounds.

Innovation & Technology

Shattered Silos: 2024’s Top Technology Trend

In this blog, we explore the way cross-disciplinary innovation is redefining the metaverse, transforming the automotive industry, augmenting communication, and improving the accessibility and quality of healthcare.

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet Trent Keel, Director of Integrated Marketing, Pravana and Advocate for LGBTQ Youth

For Trent Keel, Pravana’s Director of Integrated Marketing, being a pioneer for good is all about creating safe spaces to be your true self.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Maximus Foundation Board Member Spotlight: Ferdinand Morales

Ferdinand Morales joined Maximus in July 1999 after learning about the company through volunteering at a local nonprofit. After 24 years at Maximus, Ferdinand reflects on his time with the company and the impact giving back to his community has made in his life.

Environment

What Happens When a Virus Becomes a Permanent Part of Your Genome?

The San Diego Zoo cares for the largest population of koalas outside Australia. The zoo is world renowned for its specialized veterinary care and decades-long commitment to wildlife conservation work, and one of the biggest challenges their koala population faces is koala KoRV.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Marathon Petroleum Launches Truckers Against Trafficking Initiative

Marathon Petroleum’s Transport and Rail organization has rolled out a training program from Truckers Against Trafficking, a nonprofit organization focused on educating members of the truck, bus and energy industries about the realities of human trafficking.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bloomberg Receives Multiple Honors for LGBTQ+, Diversity & Inclusion, and Disability Hiring Leadership in Japan

Bloomberg announced that it has received seven prestigious awards and certifications for its commitment to LGBTQ+, D&I and disability hiring initiatives in Japan.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Aramark Volunteers Shine During Season of Giving

Aramark volunteers around the world give their time and talent to their local communities throughout the year, but their generosity showed no limits during the 2023 season of giving.

Sustainable Development Goals

Why Eco-Design Is at the Heart of Everything We Do?

In our last blog, we explored what the term Eco-Design actually mean and how it impacts you as a consumer. Here, we’re taking you through the journey that every product at Schneider Electric goes through, and how Eco-Design plays into this.

Innovation & Technology

Qualcomm and Adams and Adams Launch Free Online IP Training for African Innovators

Qualcomm Incorporated announced today, the launch of L2Pro Africa IP e-learning Platform, a free online training program designed to empower startups, SMEs, and researchers in Africa to protect, secure, and maximize their innovations.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Alaska Organizations Receive KeyBank Grants Totaling $90,000

KeyBank has awarded $90,000 in grants to 10 Alaska-based organizations including the Chugach Heritage Foundation, Native Village of Afognak, United Way of Anchorage and others listed below during the second and third quarter of 2023.

Research, Reports & Publications

The Aflac WorkForces Report Reveals Workforce Retention on the Line As Employers Battle Employee Burnout

Aflac has released its 13th annual Aflac WorkForces Report shedding light on the critical issues of burnout and financial challenges that affect the American workplace.

Events, Media & Communications

Expo City Dubai Joins Forces With EcoVadis To Assess Sustainability Risks and Improve Performance of Its Supply Chain

Expo City Dubai's engagement in supply chain sustainability ratings reflects a commitment to best practice in the field of sustainable procurement, as Expo City Dubai continues to serve as a blueprint for sustainable urban living and a people-centric city of the future.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Trane® by Trane Technologies Named America’s Most Trusted® HVAC Brand for the 10th Consecutive Year

Trane Technologies is pleased to announce that Trane® has been named the top residential HVAC brand in Lifestory Research’s America’s Most Trusted® study for 10 consecutive years.

Research, Reports & Publications

Bacardi Cocktail Trends Report 2024: The Sipping Spectrum

In 2024, expect to see the category’s elevation and transformation, with its growing popularity driving a new approach to moderation – The Sipping Spectrum – where NoLo moments become synonymous with choice, quality, flavor and forging social connections.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Sands' Regions and Team Members Brightened Communities This Past Holiday Season

Volunteerism and winter celebrations took center stage during November and December, with Sands Team Members participating in a variety of programs that included local charitable engagements, holiday events and roadshows hosted by the regions.

Environment

Accelerating Climate Action

Trane Technologies leaders share their perspectives on COP28 regarding policy, technology and customer partnerships, and how they will accelerate action in 2024.

Environment

California May Budget Proposal Must Prioritize Complete Implementation of Landmark Climate Disclosure Laws

California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed 2024-2025 budget has paused all funding for implementation of newly signed laws, including the state’s nation-leading climate disclosure policies that passed into law in 2023.

Research, Reports & Publications

Sharing Impact: The Clorox Company Foundation Annual Report

I’m proud to share the work of the foundation over the past year, which supports our belief that only when people and our communities are well can they truly thrive.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Reef-Based Carbon Sequestration Study Delivering ‘Encouraging Results’

Since its creation, the RGV Reef has already brought back substantial populations of fish and attracted growing numbers of other sea life. The majority of the artificial reef consists of cleansed, intentionally sunken vessels, concrete rail ties, and cinder blocks.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Whirlpool Corporation Named to 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for Second Consecutive Year

Whirlpool Corporation announced that it has been named to the 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI) in recognition of the company’s dedication to responsible and ethical business practices.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

MAC Cosmetics Serves As Official Partner of 27th Operngala Berlin

M·A·C Cosmetics Germany was proud to sponsor and be the official partner of the 27th annual Operngala in Berlin.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Mission Completed: 13K+ USO Holiday Care Packs for Troops

On Oct 4, FedEx and the United Service Organizations (USO) teamed up for the 6th annual holiday packing event. Over 150 FedEx team members spent time kitting thousands of Holiday Care Packs at the FedExForum in Memphis.

Diversity & Inclusion

A1 Boxing Academy Helps Youth in Denver Learn Self Defense

In 2005, Glenn Goodson saw a commercial about boxing and fitness, and that sparked an idea to open his own gym. He soon became the proud owner of a franchise, but the budding Denver entrepreneur had a bigger vision.

Latest Campaigns

  1. AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism
    AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...
  2. ESG Recognition
    While our commitment to being a responsible corporation is not dependent on recognition, it is a great validation of our work when external...
  3. Aflac Stories
    Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.
  4. America's Charities Employee Engagement & Social Responsibility
    More than ever, retaining and recruiting employees is a top priority for companies. Aware of the link between workplace giving and employee engagement...
  5. KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service
    KeyBank Foundation helps build thriving communities by supporting organizations and programs that foster thriving students and a thriving workforce...
  6. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  7. AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism
    AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...
  8. Growth Through Sustainability
    Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...
  9. Goals That Inspire: Environmental Stewardship
    Through our Goals That Inspire we have established aggressive commitments with targeted and measurable metrics which will require innovation...
  10. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
    The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.
  11. KeyBank's Community Investment
    In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...
  12. 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...
  13. Tork, an Essity brand
    Tork is an Essity brand. Essity is a leading global hygiene and health company. Wherever there is a need for wiping, drying, cleaning or polishing...
  14. Aflac Insights
    Learn more about Aflac’s survey findings to better understand workplace trends as well as consumer attitudes, habits and opinions toward health and...
  15. Technology for Good
    We believe that technology, when thoughtfully and strategically applied, can bring positive, lasting change to people’s lives and communities and...