Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Rio Tinto Partners With Schneider Electric to Drive Decarbonization Through Circular and Sustainable Market Ecosystem

Jul 6, 2021 10:05 AM ET

Rio Tinto a leading global mining and metals company, and Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for a first of its kind collaboration to develop a circular and sustainable market ecosystem for both companies and their customers.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Fred Crawford Discusses Aflac Incorporated's ESG Program

Jul 6, 2021 10:00 AM ET

The number one reason Environmental Social Governance is important to us is, it’s extremely consistent with the corporate culture we have at Aflac in driving a company's growth and profitability...

Sustainable Development Goals

All Eyes on a Sustainable COVID Recovery

Jul 6, 2021 9:30 AM ET

The landmark annual global gathering to drive action in support of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) starts today – with nations and stakeholders focused on how a resilient and inclusive response to the COVID-19 pandemic can be the pathway for achieving the 2030 Agenda.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

O-I Supports Social Initiative to Increase Employment in Colombia

Jul 6, 2021 9:30 AM ET

The pandemic and lockdowns that followed have been particularly harsh Colombia. O-I is spearheading new initiative by ProAntioquia, a longstanding private foundation in Colombia, helping groups hit hardest by the pandemic to enter the work force.

Environment

Tetra Tech's Dr. Richard Cresswell Discusses Managing Groundwater Holistically to Mitigate the Impact of Climate Change

Jul 6, 2021 9:30 AM ET

Dr. Richard Cresswell is senior principal and water discipline lead for Tetra Tech in Sydney, Australia. He is an expert in groundwater hydrodynamics, geochemistry, and the use of isotopes for understanding water interactions.

Social Impact & Volunteering

The 8 Essential Skills of Employee Volunteer Leaders

Jul 6, 2021 8:55 AM ET

Sustainably innovative corporate community engagement programs offer training modules, toolkits, and scheduled support to well-structured networks of employee volunteers. Did you know there are eight key practices that make Employee Volunteer Leaders successful? Check them out here and let us know if you have questions!

Research, Reports & Publications

DuPont Publishes 2021 Sustainability Report

Jul 6, 2021 8:00 AM ET

DuPont (NYSE: DD) today announced the release of its 2021 Sustainability Report – Thriving Together, providing a comprehensive overview of the company’s progress made in its environmental, social and governance (ESG) journey, as well as efforts to achieve its 2030 Sustainability Goals.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Congratulations to Illumina on Winning the Athena STEM Corporate Pinnacle Award

Jul 5, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Last week, Illumina received the 2021 STEM Corporate Pinnacle Award during Athena’s Lifting While Climbing Summit & 23rd Annual Pinnacle Awards Ceremony.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Topo Chico Renews Commitment to the Whole Planet Foundation Supplier Alliance for Microcredit

Jul 4, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Traditional Medicinals Renews Commitment to the Whole Planet Foundation Supplier Alliance for Microcredit

Jul 3, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Traditional Medicinals has committed $50,000 to Whole Planet Foundation this year. As a repeat annual donor, Traditional Medicinals has donated $405,949 to fund 10,300 microloans and create 55,7070 opportunities for a better life.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Stephen Ambrose Joins SAIC as Chief Climate Scientist

Jul 2, 2021 5:15 PM ET

Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE: SAIC) today announced the appointment of Stephen Ambrose in the newly created role of chief climate scientist.

Innovation & Technology

CNH Industrial to Acquire Raven Industries, Enhancing Precision Agriculture Capabilities and Scale

Jul 2, 2021 5:00 PM ET

CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE: CNHI / MI: CNHI) today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire 100% of the capital stock of Raven Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: RAVN)

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Honest Tea Renews Commitment to the Whole Planet Foundation Supplier Alliance for Microcredit

Jul 2, 2021 4:40 PM ET

Honest Tea has committed $50,000 to Whole Planet Foundation this year. As a repeat donor, Honest Tea has donated $50,000 to fund 275 microloans and create 1455 opportunities for a better life.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Home Depot Foundation Invests $150,000 to Support Homeless Veterans in Milwaukee

Jul 2, 2021 2:00 PM ET

The Home Depot Foundation announced today it has invested $150,000 to renovate Vets Place Central, a Center for Veterans Issues housing facility that provides 76 transitional residential units for veterans experiencing homelessness.

Green Infrastructure

New Jersey Selects Ørsted's Ocean Wind 2 as Part of the State's Second Offshore Wind Solicitation

Jul 2, 2021 2:00 PM ET

Ørsted is now poised to deliver over 2,200 MW of offshore wind to the Garden State

Environment

Guardiola Sala Foundation To Address Sustainable Water Management

Jul 2, 2021 1:00 PM ET

The Water Challenge Catalonia initiative closely aligns with the UN’s water-related Sustainable Development Goals, seeking to inspire action to address Spain’s water challenges.

Education

How Stanley Black & Decker Is Enhancing Skills to Revitalize Communities

Jul 2, 2021 12:00 PM ET

At Stanley Black & Decker, every October is devoted to Maker Month—working to empower makers and tradespeople around the world and inspire individuals to pursue trade skills.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Kimberly-Clark Named One of the Best Companies for Multicultural Women by Seramount

Jul 2, 2021 11:15 AM ET

Kimberly-Clark was recently named one of the 2021 Best Companies for Multicultural Women by Seramount (formerly Working Mother Media). The award recognizes companies that create and use best practices in hiring, retaining, and promoting multicultural women in the United States.

Research, Reports & Publications

Fifth Third 2020 ESG Report: A Message from the Chairman & CEO

Jul 2, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Our philosophy of doing well by doing good will continue to guide our ESG actions and ultimately lead to generating sustainable value for all our stakeholders.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Values-based Initiatives Come Out on Top at Cannes Lions 2021

Jul 2, 2021 10:45 AM ET

Today we highlight three top campaigns we had on our radar that are now being recognized for their breakthrough, values-based initiatives.

Innovation & Technology

How Mars Used Technology to Center Purpose During the Pandemic

Jul 2, 2021 10:30 AM ET

Mars operates under its purpose statement, “The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today.” In 2020, the company’s bold ambitions were put to the test as the world was faced with an unprecedented level of uncertainty and change.

Diversity & Inclusion

Veteran-Led P&G Supplier Gives Back

Jul 2, 2021 10:20 AM ET

Magellan Transport Logistics is leveraging the company’s commitment to hiring and supporting veterans to help P&G achieve our veteran employment diversity goals.

Research, Reports & Publications

Pioneering an Inclusive Future: Inclusive Capitalism Delivers Positive Change Through Long-Term Investing.

Jul 2, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Legal & General has launched its 2020 Sustainability and Inclusive Capitalism Report, mapping out how it will deliver its vision of inclusive capitalism against the three elements of environmental, social and governance (ESG) practice.

Education

Comcast brings Lift Zones to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Portland Metro

Jul 2, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Terry Johnson shares his experience with bringing Comcast’s WiFi-connected Lift Zones to Boys and Girls Clubs in Oregon and SW Washington.

Health & Healthcare

Subaru Loves Cooper University Health Care Subaru Presents Gift Card Bundles as Part of Loves to Care Philanthropic Program

Jul 2, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Representatives from Subaru of America, Inc. presented “thank you” care bundles to support departments at Cooper University Health Care and MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper for their outstanding efforts during the pandemic.