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Environment | International Paper

National Forest Week: How International Paper Helps Restore Longleaf Ecosystems

National Forest Week, held annually during the second week of June, raises awareness for the 193 million acres of National Forests across the United States and the benefits these landscapes provide.

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Education

Land Betterment Impact Minute #40: Sustainability Aspirations and Tradeoffs With Professor Jason McSparren

Prof. Jason McSparren of the Green Institute speaks about sustainability aspirations & tradeoffs & how we can rebalance our relationship with the environment.

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Sustainable Development Goals

BRK Ambiental Is On A Mission To Improve Brazil's ESG Standards

Treating the equivalent of 100,000 olympic pools of wastewater per year is not for the faint-hearted. BRK’s exemplary performance is only possible with the right technology. The company implemented SAP S/4HANA in 2020.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank Teammate Provides Food and Hope To Buffalo Community After Tragedy

Many KeyBank teammates stepped up in a time of need following the mass shooting in May at a grocery store in Buffalo. NY. But one Buffalo teammate went above and beyond to help community members heal from the tragedy.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Republic Services' San Diego-Area Compost Facility Named Industry's Best

The National Waste & Recycling Association recently named Republic Services’ Otay Compost Facility the 2022 Organics Management Facility of the Year, celebrating its innovative approach to organics diversion.

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Environment

What Is CDP?

CDP is a non-profit data aggregator and disclosure system that helps organizations measure and manage risks associated with climate change and resource scarcity.

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Diversity & Inclusion

New Holland Construction Offers Construction Machine Operation Course for Women in Brazil

In Brazil, New Holland Construction, a CNH industrial brand, held a five day course on backhoe operation in late August for women who wish to enter the world of construction machinery operation or leverage their career in this sector

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Munich 1972: Era-Defining Games of Joy and Tragedy

Fifty years ago, an air of vibrant optimism surrounded the Olympic Games Munich 1972. The athletes delivered mesmerising performances, and the event continues to benefit the local community to this day.

Energy

Governor McKee, Labor and Higher Ed Officials Join Ørsted and Eversource To Announce Programs To Train Offshore Wind Workers

Governor Dan McKee, along with offshore wind joint-venture partners Ørsted and Eversource, announced today a collaborative partnership with higher education, labor and workforce development organizations, to prepare Rhode Island’s offshore wind workforce.

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Innovation & Technology

The Next Chapter in 5G: Why One CMO Says Our 5G Future Is Already in Sight

Research, Reports & Publications

Justin's Goes Nuts for Bees for National Honey Month

Justin’s, a category leader known for crafting real food products that contribute to the world in a positive and meaningful way, today announced its continued support of Honey Saves Hives

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Responsible Production & Consumption

Improving the Sustainability of US Beef Through Collaboration

Sustainability is an essential part of the resiliency of any business and that includes the supply chain.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Finding Inspiration at Bears Ears National Monument

Inspiring our explorers to adventure and connect with nature is a driving force behind our Public Lands stores. The philosophy is equally important to our knowledgeable guides.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

From the Fifth Third Bancorp 2021 ESG Report: Supporting Sustainability in Our Communities

In its headquarters city of Cincinnati, Fifth Third supports the Green Umbrella regional sustainability alliance through membership, conference sponsorship and board service.

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Education

AEG's HSBC LA SEVENS Inspires Southern California Students Through Adopt-A-Country Program

As part of a series of events leading up to AEG’s 2022 HSBC LA Sevens, students across Southern California participated in AEG’s and USA Rugby’s LA Sevens Adopt-A-Country Program. T

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Education

AEG Presents’ All Points East Festival Partners With East London Arts and Music Academy To Provide Hands-On Career Development for Students

AEG Presents has partnered with East London Arts and Music, an academy for teens pursuing careers in the arts, to provide an opportunity for students to learn festival planning at the Luno Presents All Points East Festival.

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Diversity & Inclusion

2021 Baker Hughes Progress in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We advanced our DEI programs in 2021 in multiple ways. We established a common framework and definitions, defining four strategic focus areas: diverse workforce, inclusive culture, supplier diversity, and engaging with customers and communities.

Health & Healthcare

Gaaaap! Latest Rivalry in College Football Pits Aflac Duck Against New Nemesis, Gap Goat, Representing the Gap Between What Health Insurance Covers and What Americans Are Able To Pay

Aflac, a leading provider of supplemental health insurance in the U.S.1, is kicking off its marketing campaign for the 2022-2023 college football season to shine a light on the gap between health insurance and medical bills.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Take It From the CEO: Three Lessons for the Next Generation of Leaders

Think about it: our world needs to change. It needs to quickly become both prosperous and sustainable for everyone. And the only way we can do this is by involving everyone in the journey.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

From Major Sports Events to Rock Concerts, the Legacy of Helsinki 1952 Lives On

Seventy years ago in Helsinki, an expanded and revitalised Olympic Games provided a welcome uplift for a world recovering from war.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Community First Fund Receives $2.25 Million Grant From Truist Foundation To Launch Fund Supporting Minority Small Business Owners

Truist Foundation today announced a $2.25 million commitment to Community First Fund, a nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) dedicated to aligning capital with social justice.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Smoke on the Green: A Pitmaster Takes Her Shot

When Amanda Kinsey-Joplin’s son Jaquavious was picked for a once-in-a-lifetime school trip to China in 2015, the Atlanta mother of five tried to raise the $8,000 cost with crowdfunding. But when she raised just $25, she was left in tears.

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Green Infrastructure

Boeing and Alder Fuels Partner to Scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel Globally

"As we work toward the civil aviation industry's commitment to net zero carbon emissions by 2050, we know that 700 – 1,000 times more SAF is needed in order to meet this goal."

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Diversity & Inclusion

What It Takes To Build Workplaces That Are More Inclusive for LGBTQ People

How can people be at their best in their careers if they work in an environment in which they don’t feel safe fully revealing who they are?

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Duke Energy Ignites Florida's Workforce With $697,000 in Training, Development Grants

The Duke Energy Foundation and Duke Energy Florida have awarded $697,000 in grants to support a wide range of workforce training and development initiatives, as well as programs focused on attracting and retaining underrepresented and diverse workers.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

How CareerVillage Is Democratizing Access to Career Information for Underrepresented Youth

Students worldwide are questioning how to get into specific careers, and it can be even more difficult for underrepresented youth to get the answer. That inspired Jared Chung to start CareerVillage.org.

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    Vision 2030 Goal: Lead forest stewardship efforts globally