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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Georgia-Pacific Funding Completes New Fire Station for City of Corrigan

In August 2023, Georgia-Pacific donated $100,000 to the volunteer fire department in Corrigan, Texas, in support of a capital campaign to build a new fire station. After years of planning and months of construction, the city of Corrigan cut the ribbon on the new station.

Environment

Cisco News in 60 Seconds: Connected Bees

Cisco tech aids bee conservation by enhancing habitat monitoring, optimizing hive health data, and supporting research to promote thriving bee populations.

Research, Reports & Publications

Gilead Sciences: AIDSVu Online Mapping Tool Helps Visualize HIV’s Impact in the United States

Gilead is committed to using its virology expertise to advance HIV treatment and prevention to help end the epidemic. Since 2010, the company has partnered with Emory University in Atlanta to launch AIDSVu – an online mapping tool that visualizes granular data

Research, Reports & Publications

Report: Baker Hughes Achieves Nearly 40% Reduction in Operational Emissions Intensity While Maintaining Profitable Growth

Baker Hughes, an energy technology company, reported a 39.5% reduction in emissions intensity of its scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from its 2019 baseline in its 2024 corporate sustainability report, highlighting its commitment to delivering lasting value through sustainability.

Events, Media & Communications

AI in 2025: Gen's Policy Recommendations for U.S. Leadership

Since taking office on January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump’s administration has taken significant steps to strengthen U.S. leadership in AI. Efforts have been focused on accelerating AI innovation while curbing the flow of advanced technologies to geopolitical rivals.

Innovation & Technology

Transforming the Frontiers of Assistive Tech With Visionary AI at Zero Project Conference 2025

Lenovo joined innovators, entrepreneurs, and advocates in Vienna to advance accessibility and build a more inclusive future.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Subaru of America and Operation Warm® Win 2025 Gold Halo Award for Best Direct Service Initiative

Subaru of America, Inc. and Operation Warm® today announced that they were honored with the 2025 Gold Halo Award for Best Direct Service Initiative.

Research, Reports & Publications

Nasdaq IR Intelligence Macro Trends Report: March 2025 Insights

Nasdaq IR Intelligence has visibility into approximately $35 trillion of near real-time trading insight, including who was behind daily capital flows. Leveraging proprietary data and analytics, our team details macro trends as of March 2025.

Health & Healthcare

Celebrating 30 Years of Delivering Hope and Health With FedEx

April 23rd, 1995. It’s a date etched in the history of Heart to Heart International (HHI) and in the story of a powerful relationship. On that day, a FedEx aircraft made history as the first commercial American aircraft to land in Vietnam since the end of the conflict.

Environment

LG’s Innovative Solutions Support ‘Better Life for All’ Earth Week and Beyond

From e-waste drives to wildlife habitats and a 3D manatee in Times Square, LG marked Earth Day 2025 with impactful community and conservation efforts—bringing its “Better Life for All” vision to life across North America.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Complimentary Webinar: Understanding the EU CSRD: Building a Robust and Value-Creating CSRD Sustainability Report

Join SCS Consulting Services for a 45-minute discussion on creating a robust and comprehensive EU CSRD-compliant sustainability report that will be assurance-ready.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Provides $35 Million of Financing for New Affordable Housing in Arizona

KeyBank CDLI provided a $13.9 million construction loan and $21.4 million in low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) financing for the construction and rehabilitation of Miami Inspiration Housing in Miami, Arizona.

Innovation & Technology

The Power of Progress: Megatrends Shaping Technology and Society

Technology isn’t just evolving—it’s reshaping how we live, work, and connect. As we look ahead to the next decade, three megatrends stand out: advanced communication technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and sustainability.

Environment

Essity: Our Commitments to Sustainability

At Essity, we are committed to improving hygiene and health while responsibly managing our environmental resources. Sustainability is well-integrated into our business, creating lasting value for both society and our shareholders.

Research, Reports & Publications

Sustainable Construction: The United States and Global Trends Decrypted by the 3rd Edition of the Saint-Gobain Barometer

At the crossroads of demographic, social, energy, and climate challenges faced by societies, the construction sector must accelerate its transformation towards a more sustainable model.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Recognized on Forbes List of the World’s Best Banks 2025

Fifth Third (Nasdaq: FITB) has been recognized as one of the World’s Best Banks 2025 by Forbes and Statista Inc. The ranking recognizes the best banks in 34 countries based on an independent survey sample of more than 50,000 consumers.

Diversity & Inclusion

Giving It Her Best Shot — Empowered Women Empower Others

Bernessa Nuria Ahmed, Women’s Empowerment Network Leader and Regional Channel Manager for AME, from Ghana, speaks about the ripple effect of empowerment

Diversity & Inclusion

Kirsty Coventry Elected IOC President, the First Female President in IOC History

Kirsty Coventry of Zimbabwe was elected today as the 10th President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), and the first female President in IOC history, following 1 round of voting at the 144th IOC Session in Costa Navarino, Greece.

Environment

Providing Clean, Safe Water to Communities in India

For eight years, we've partnered with Planet Water Foundation to bring clean water and hygiene education to rural India. With AquaTowers built by our Pune team, over 15,000 lives have been impacted—one community at a time.


Environment

Making Waves for Wildlife: Manatee Celebrated in NY Times Square

Just in time for Earth Week, the West Indian Manatee makes a splash in Times Square. LG and the National Wildlife Federation bring this gentle giant to life in stunning 3D to raise awareness about endangered species and the need to protect their habitats.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Albertsons Companies Partners With Browne Forest Project To Plant Over 65,000 Trees

As part of its ongoing commitment to the planet, Albertsons Companies is proud to share that its customers have helped plant over 65,000 trees through a partnership with Browne Family Vineyard and One Tree Planted.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Engage for Good Announces Winners of The 2025 Halo Awards

Engage for Good announces winners of The 2025 Halo Awards, honoring individuals and campaigns redefining the social impact industry and challenging conventional best practices for corporate purpose.

Environment

Arbor Day Foundation Invited To Ring New York Stock Exchange Opening Bell on Arbor Day

The Arbor Day Foundation, a global tree planting nonprofit, was invited to ring the New York Stock Exchange Opening Bell for the third time in four years.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Henkel Recognized by GreenCircle for Sustainability Efforts Through Two Certifications

Henkel has recently achieved two significant sustainability certifications from GreenCircle, reflecting their ongoing commitment to drive sustainable transformation at manufacturing sites.

Environment

Baker Hughes: Our Power, Our Planet

Earth Day is a reminder of the responsibility we all share – as individuals, as companies, and as an industry – to drive progress toward a more sustainable energy future.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Opportunity for All
    At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...
  2. Collaboration and Partnership
    Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...
  3. Cascale Governance
    Cascale shares updates from its Board of Directors who serve as the principal governing body and are responsible for setting the strategic direction...
  4. PSEG People & Communities
    PSEG is committed to improving the lives of our customers, our employees and the diverse communities we serve throughout New Jersey and Long Island...
  5. Making the World a Better Home | Our Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
    We believe diversity strengthens us and the best ideas come from diverse teams working together. Creating a positive workplace for everyone means...
  6. Scotts Miracle-Gro | Environment Improvement
    Earth's beauty and resources should be appreciated now and preserved for generations to come. Discover the stewardship initiatives underway to protect...
  7. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
    The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.
  8. Social Impact at Mastercard
    At Mastercard, we’re powering economies and empowering people, building a sustainable economy where everyone prospers.
  9. Investing in our Communities
    We invest in sustainable community outcomes that improve lives.
  10. 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...
  11. FedEx | Empowering Entrepreneurs
    Advancing women and minority-owned small businesses and entrepreneurs around the world. Small to mid-sized businesses power their local economies and...
  12. Opportunity for All
    At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...
  13. 2025: Entergy helps customers beat the heat
    This summer, Entergy helped our customers across our service area beat the heat this summer through a number of initiatives aimed to help them save...
  14. FedEx Cares | Overall
    FedEx Cares is our global community engagement program and one way that we live out our purpose of connecting people and possibilities. Our goal is to...
  15. AEG's Commitment to Sustainable Operations
    AEG's sustainability initiatives are designed to reduce our consumption of the planet’s limited resources. Through our comprehensive sustainability...