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Responsible Production & Consumption

“360-Degree Billboard”: Crown Champions Beverage Can Circularity, Decorative and AR Credentials

Beverage cans are the most sustainable drink packaging format on the market, claims Florian Combe, new product development and graphics manager at Crown Bevcan EMEA.

Research, Reports & Publications

The State of Corporate Purpose 2023 Trend 2: Quiet Giving Is on the Rise

The economic downturn is placing pressure on companies to tighten budgets. In spite of this, companies remain committed to being a force for good. We expect fewer bold statements from companies and more action focused on local communities where they can make a profound impact.

Research, Reports & Publications

VMware Publishes 2023 ESG Report Demonstrating Smart Impact Progress

VMware released its 2023 Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) Report, sharing progress and demonstrating its commitment to creating a more sustainable, equitable and secure digital world.

Responsible Production & Consumption

The Makers of Quilted Northern Ultra Soft & Strong® Launch Recyclable Paper Packaging

Since its inception over 100 years ago, the makers of Quilted Northern® have been on the cutting edge of bath tissue. It was among the first brands to be sterilized (1920s), to be “splinter-free” (1930s), to use two layers (1960s), and to offer a three-ply option (2008).

Diversity & Inclusion

Inspiring Conversations: Truist Foundation Helps Synergies Work Bridge the Gap Between the Business and Disability Communities

On this episode of Inspiring Conversations, Truist Foundation’s audio series with nonprofit leaders doing the work, Truist Foundation President Lynette Bell and Aarti discuss the impact recent grant funding will have on the disability community.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

A New Home Through Habitat for Humanity’s BuildBetter With Whirlpool Corporation Initiative Gives New Confidence to a Deserving Family

Another deserving family has earned not only a home but a new perspective as part of Habitat for Humanity’s BuildBetter with Whirlpool initiative.

Environment

SAP Focuses on Key Suppliers To Reduce Carbon Emissions

Organizations are developing net-zero emissions strategies to take tangible climate action. These strategies often require close collaboration with customers, business partners, and suppliers.

Innovation & Technology

What Happens To Fine Motor Skills in Space?

Fine motor skills, the precise movement of small muscles in the hands and fingers, are impaired when humans transition from microgravity to a planetary surface according to a multi-year study led by Leidos scientist Dr. Kritina Holden.

Environment

CNH Industrial Introduces New Car-Pooling App: UP2GO

CNH Industrial have integrated a carpooling app as a mobility solution to support their colleagues’ commute to and from work and to reduce pollution and road congestion.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Truist Foundation Grants $1.5M to Urban Strategies Inc. to Assist Small Businesses Supporting Community Revitalization

Truist Foundation has announced a $1.5 million grant to Urban Strategies Inc. (USI), a national nonprofit that focuses on the design and implementation of human capital development strategies in communities undergoing physical revitalization across the U.S.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Improving the Next Generation’s Digital Proficiency Through Volunteerism

Otis volunteers like Coulette step up to help community partners who are working with younger generations to ensure they instill both STEM and digital awareness skills.

Innovation & Technology

Paychex THRIVE: How T-Mobile Is Supporting New Technologies

Take a listen to this episode of Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, to hear as host Gene Marks and Mike Katz, President of Marketing, Innovation, and Experience at T-Mobile talk about the mobile technology landscape.

Education

The Home Depot Launches Online Career Assistance Program To Support Transitioning Military Service Members

The Home Depot, the world's largest home improvement retailer, launched the first online guided version of MISSION TRANSITION, a series of courses aimed at providing U.S. service men and women with knowledge and resources to help them successfully transition.

Innovation & Technology

How To Leverage Intent-Based Automation With AI/ML for 5G RAN

Automation of CSP networks could be compared to the automation of cars to self-driving cars. Currently there are several separate functions like adaptive cruise control, lane change assistance, self-parking that while automated, require manual initiation from the human driver.

Green Infrastructure

Mitigating Climate Change Due to Methane From Natural Gas

While natural gas is inherently much cleaner than other fuels such as coal, Enbridge and others across the industry are pursuing opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from natural gas even further.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Celebrating One Year of Team UP

Last summer, Comcast celebrated the launch of Team UP, our company’s reimagined volunteerism and employee engagement program. As I look back on the past year, I am inspired by our collective commitment to create long-lasting change in our communities.

Sustainable Development Goals

Paris 2024 Puts Sustainability on the Plate

Central to the Organising Committee’s successful bid to host next year’s Olympic and Paralympic Games was the pledge to reduce the carbon footprint of the Games by half compared to previous editions, and to promote responsible ways of living.

Environment

The Key to Impactful Reporting: Understanding Double Materiality and the Updated GRI Standards

Join us for our webinar, "The Key to Impactful Reporting: Understanding Double Materiality and the Updated GRI Standards" on August 22nd at 2 PM ET to learn more about the updated GRI standards, the concept of double materiality, and how this will impact your reporting.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Healthier Lives Leaders and CGF Board Members Champion Employee Wellbeing at Global Summit in Japan

Employee wellbeing was a prominent topic of discussion at The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) prestigious Global Summit held in Kyoto, Japan.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

2023 Top Employers for Latino Leaders To Be Honored at the 8th Annual National Latino Leadership Conference

The Council for Latino Workplace Equity (CLWE), an initiative under the National Diversity Council, will host the Eighth Annual National Latino Leadership Conference virtually via Whova on Tuesday, Sept. 19th and Wednesday, Sept. 20th, from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. CT

Diversity & Inclusion

Making Sure Language Translations Are Clear and Nuanced for Customers

Imagine logging on to your mobile banking app to find a nearby branch and seeing the list described as tree branches. When language translations aren’t done with the proper nuance, some phrases can potentially confuse customers.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Covia Helps Team Members Through Covia Cares Emergency Relief

Covia Team Members are our most important asset and that’s why we’re committed to supporting them in every aspect of their lives. We recently announced the launch of the Covia Cares Emergency Relief Fund, administered by Emergency Assistance Foundation (EAF).

Events, Media & Communications

Sixth Annual Bloomberg New Economy Forum Returns to Singapore, November 8–10, With “Embracing Instability” As 2023 Focus

Bloomberg today announced the Bloomberg New Economy Forum’s return to Singapore, November 8-10, 2023, with a full delegation of global corporate and government leaders.

Energy

Moving Packages and People More Sustainably

Roads are like a circulatory system for cities, moving people and goods, ideally by the most efficient means available. Unfortunately, as cities grow, streets can clog quickly with cars and trucks, impacting lives and pocketbooks.

Diversity & Inclusion

Pride in Business: New Survey From GoDaddy Highlights the LGBTQIA+ Entrepreneur Experience

Starting a small business is a big step that requires knowledge, preparation and courage. But for members of the LGBTQIA+ community, there are additional challenges, such as discrimination and finding support for their venture.

Latest Campaigns

  1. 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...
  2. PNC: Commitment to Early Childhood Education
    We're focusing on early learning to help children succeed. Research has shown that the first five years of a child's life is critical to long-term...
  3. AEG Celebrates Inclusion
    At AEG, we embrace inclusion and strive to create a workplace where our employees feel welcomed, valued and respected for the viewpoints, ideas...
  4. Cascale Events
    Cascale organizes and participates in a series of events, leveraging its position as a global convener of close to half the sector to bring together...
  5. Sustainability
    Leading the logistics sector towards a more sustainable future by investing in innovative green technologies, enhancing operational efficiency, and...
  6. ESG Voices: Short Podcasts Addressing the Opportunities and Challenges of ESG
    This podcast series takes a deep dive into the opportunities and challenges of ESG and what it means for businesses and communities through interviews...
  7. Local Communities
    The principals of living and working in synergy with the communities in which we operate, as well as collaborating on projects that benefit those...
  8. 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...
  9. Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 5
    Welcome to Season 5 of Healthy Spaces by Trane Technologies, the podcast where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation...
  10. Biomimicry and Ray of Hope Accelerator
    The Ray C. Anderson Foundation has partnered with the Biomimicry Institute to create the Ray of Hope Accelerator, designed to bring commercially...
  11. Drive for MPC
    At Marathon Petroleum, our professional truck drivers share one common vision: no accidents, no injuries, and no harm to the environment. We’re proud...
  12. Goals That Inspire: Environmental Stewardship
    Through our Goals That Inspire we have established aggressive commitments with targeted and measurable metrics which will require innovation...
  13. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  14. Social Impact at Mastercard
    At Mastercard, we’re powering economies and empowering people, building a sustainable economy where everyone prospers.
  15. 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...