Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Research, Reports & Publications

GoDaddy Venture Forward Report | Summer 2023 | U.S. Edition: GoDaddy Special Report, The Changing American Dream

GoDaddy conducted a survey of online and physical-presence U.S. small business owners in June 2023 to understand their motivations behind entrepreneurship and the latest perceptions of the American Dream.

Health & Healthcare

Think Pink: Quest Supports Women’s Breast & Heart Initiative’s National Pink Day Wellness Event

As part of the National Pink Day event, WBHI–a Quest for Health Equity (Q4HE) grantee–offered no-cost mammograms by appointment and incorporated additional health screenings to offer a more comprehensive preventive care approach, including heart screenings.

Responsible Production & Consumption

JBL & Stella McCartney: A Fusion of Style, Sustainability, and Sound in Paris

In a blend of legacies and visions, JBL was proud to deliver professional audio to Stella McCartney’s Summer 2024 runway show on October 2nd amidst the French capital's iconic fashion streets. This was no ordinary runway event; it was a captivating tale where fashion met sound.

Health & Healthcare

How Do Genetic Factors Play a Role in Chronic Pain and Opioid Use Disorder?

Emma Johnson, PhD, assistant professor of Psychiatry at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, was thrilled to win Illumina’s Polygenic Risk Scores Research Grant Contest.

Responsible Production & Consumption

October Fairtrade Month Virtual Event To Feature Stories and Calls to Action From the Next Generation of Farmers

Fairtrade America and Fairtrade Canada today announced plans to co-host a virtual event providing those who share a hope for a better world the opportunity to hear from next generation Fairtrade farmers.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whole Planet Foundation Aims To Empower an Additional 300,000 People To Strengthen Vulnerable Communities by 2030

October marks the annual celebration of the funding of Whole Planet Foundation. It is a time to appreciate and reflect on the mission milestones we have reached together, and a time to recalibrate and identify a path forward to continue the work we set out to do.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank Celebrates Opening of New, Full-Service, State-of-the-Art Branch in Schenectady with $45,000 in Donations to Local Non-Profits

As part of the grand opening, the KeyBank Foundation donated $20,000 to the Medical Care Program at Bethesda House of Schenectady. This grant will help Bethesda House continue to offer in-house medical and psychiatric care for guests and residents.

Events, Media & Communications

Activating Brand Purpose, Sundowners & S'mores and More – Don't Miss 3BL at SB'23 San Diego!

In just a few days 3BL will join hundreds of prominent brands and industry leaders for SB’23 San Diego, a vibrant and action-packed 4-day event boasting an array of keynote speakers, immersive breakouts, hands-on workshops, and special events.

Energy

A New Way To Harness the Sun’s Power? Floating Solar

In Bartow, Fla., there’s a buzz around Hines Energy Complex. Not from the hum of machinery, but from a new kind of solar array. Instead of sprawling over fields, 1,872 solar panels float effortlessly on a 1,200-acre pond, creating clean power.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women

Tapestry congratulates its CEO, Joanne Crevoiserat, for being named one of Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women in business! AS CEO, She leads the Executive Committee and Tapestry’s overall strategic direction, including the Company’s futurespeed plan which rests on five pillars

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Whirlpool Corporation Named a 2023 Top Company for Executive Women by Seramount

Whirlpool Corporation was recently named to the 2023 Seramount Top Companies for Executive Women list. The award recognizes the company for its inclusive hiring practices and significant progress in culture and commitment.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Empowering Young Women Around the World To Surf Smart

It's International Day of the Girl! At Gen, one way we support young women is by providing the tools they need to stay safe online. Norton, one of our leading Cyber Safety brands, collaborates with the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts on Surf Smart 2.0

Events, Media & Communications

Lisa Morden: “Our Heritage Is Rooted in Building Sustainability Into Our Business Model”

Lisa Morden, vice president of safety, sustainability and occupational health, recently joined the 5th annual Economist Impact ESG and Climate Risk Week for the virtual panel

Education

“Every Girl Has a Right To Be Respected”

Energy

Baker Hughes: Wells2Watts Commissions Geothermal Closed-Loop Test Facility, Enters Testing Phase To Scale Renewable Electric Power

Baker Hughes, an energy technology company, announced Wednesday the completion of the test well for the geothermal energy consortium Wells2Watts.

Research, Reports & Publications

Progress Toward Vision 2030: Improve Our Climate Impact and Advance Water Stewardship

Several of our mills successfully reduced their water usage in 2022 and have developed best practices that are useful for our enterprise-wide knowledge sharing.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

KeyBank to Present Community Lending Days in Utah

KeyBank will present Community Lending Days across the State of Utah in October. Various KeyBank Community Development Loan Officers will offer advice and details on products and assistance programs available to homebuyers.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Tork Launches New Expert Service for Restaurants To Show How Better Hygiene Leads To Better Staff and Guest Experience

Tork, an Essity brand, announced the launch of Tork WorkflowTM for Restaurants, an expert consultation designed to improve experiences for both guests and staff, maximize operational efficiency, and ensure a hygienic and sustainable environment throughout restaurants.

Research, Reports & Publications

Building Trust and Value Through Dialogue and Collaboration

Enbridge is committed to clear, honest, respectful and timely engagement with Indigenous nations and regional stakeholders— including landowners, governments and communities—near our projects and operations.

Health & Healthcare

Expanding Healthcare Access and Affordability at Quest Diagnostics

Quest continued to grow access to and affordability of our industry-leading diagnostic services in 2022 by expanding our reach across the US and building on our financial assistance programs.

Diversity & Inclusion

From Mentorship to Female Empowerment: Learnings From Our Partnership With the Global Give Back Circle

Today, on the 11th anniversary of the United Nations (UN) International Day of the Girl Child, we shine a spotlight on the progress and persistent challenges that young women face.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Speaking of Sustainability: Danielle Wittorp, Analytics Leader, People Science Team

Like the rest of her team, Danielle Wittorp believes employees should enjoy the best possible experience throughout their careers, and she uses a data-driven approach to ensure that Owens Corning delivers.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Albertsons Companies Reports on ESG Progress in Their Product Pillar

As part of our Recipe for Change, we are working to eliminate food waste going to landfill, reducing plastics and packaging in our Own Brands products, and accelerating our transition to a more circular economy.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Whole Planet Foundation: Brands That Fund Microcredit

Whole Planet Foundation is proud to showcase top donating brands that support microentrepreneurs in our global communities through Whole Planet Foundation. 

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Transparency, Accountability, Commitment: Three Non-Negotiables for Responsible Business

Businesses face rapidly growing, and often contradictory, expectations regarding their role in society. Alongside calls to do more to address deeply rooted societal issues are opposing voices telling companies to “stay in their lane.”

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