Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Education

Igniting Genomic Literacy in the Classroom

Apr 20, 2021 4:50 PM ET

At Illumina, we are committed to furthering genomics literacy through STEM education to ensure equitable access for all. Building the future of genomics starts with inspiring today’s youth to be tomorrow’s scientists, inventors, and innovators.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Restore Our Earth: Reducing Waste Through Reuse and Recycling

Apr 20, 2021 3:15 PM ET

Addressing global waste is a key pillar of the Restore Our Earth platform. At Pentair, we work to limit our environmental impact by reducing waste from operations and increasing reuse and recycling.

Responsible Production & Consumption

A Cleaner Home and a Cleaner Planet Are the Hallmarks of Mohawk's Eco-friendly EverStrand Line in 2021

Apr 20, 2021 3:00 PM ET

On average, 63 reclaimed high-quality plastic bottles go into each square yard of EverStrand carpet. In 2020 alone, Mohawk recycled about six billion plastic bottles—enough to wrap around Earth almost 30 times.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Community Heroes: One GP Employee's Effort to Spark Hope in a Pandemic

Apr 20, 2021 2:55 PM ET

The actions we take within our communities are often the biggest catalysts for change at a larger scale and after a long year of social distancing, our employees are finding new ways to connect with their communities and make a difference.

Environment

World Water Day: On the Frontlines - Chanisara Norasetkamon, Improvement Engineer, Map Ta Phut, Thailand

Apr 20, 2021 2:35 PM ET

What does valuing water mean to you? We asked that question of Dow people who are on the frontlines of implementing the company’s water strategy. See what they had to say.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Dairyland Partners With Arbor Day Foundation to Plant 72,000 Trees and Help Restore Forests Nationwide

Apr 20, 2021 2:05 PM ET

Dairyland® has partnered with the Arbor Day Foundation to help regenerate forests from coast to coast in communities where the auto and motorcycle insurance brand has a strong customer presence.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Truist Recognizes National Volunteer Month

Apr 20, 2021 1:50 PM ET

At Truist, our purpose is to inspire and build better lives and communities. Through our Truist Together volunteer program, we’re proud of how our teammates rally around delivering on our purpose each day to positively impact the communities we serve

Environment

Cummins Joins Group Advocating for Climate Action

Apr 20, 2021 1:15 PM ET

Cummins is celebrating Earth Week by joining the CEO Climate Dialogue, a group of 22 companies and four leading environmental groups committed to advocating for climate action in the U.S. Congress.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Henkel 3D Printing Facility Drives Sustainability by Achieving Zero Waste to Landfill Status

Apr 20, 2021 1:15 PM ET

With the development of new capabilities and business processes, Henkel validated that its vendor could process additional materials for energy recovery, enabling the facility to completely reach its goal for zero production waste to landfill.

Environment

Restoring Pollinator Habitats is Key to Feeding the Future

Apr 20, 2021 1:00 PM ET

To help improve pollinator health and biodiversity in the regions in which we operate, Walmart is announcing new pollinator commitments that will further our efforts to help reverse nature loss.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Generating a Wider Impact in Corporate America: Improving Diversity, Equity and Inclusion With Shareholder Engagement

Apr 20, 2021 1:00 PM ET

At Fiduciary Trust International, we view impact investing as a way to achieve both a financial return as well as an environmental, social and governmental (ESG) return.

Energy

The Document That Transformed Hong Kong's Power Industry

Apr 20, 2021 12:30 PM ET

What has helped ensure millions of Hong Kong customers enjoy a safe, reliable supply of electricity at a reasonable price for over half a century? Find out more about a vital document that shapes the power sector.

Sustainable Development Goals

WSP Commits to Net Zero, Supported by Science-based Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Targets

Apr 20, 2021 12:30 PM ET

WSP Global Inc. is pleased to announce ambitious climate action through a commitment to achieve net zero emissions across its value chain by 2040.

Energy

The Home Depot, The Hershey Company, and NRG Sign Solar Power Purchase Agreements With National Grid Renewables' Noble Project in Texas

Apr 20, 2021 12:25 PM ET

Innovation & Technology

Rockwell Automation's Chris Nardecchia Outlines How Digital Transformation Can Improve Sustainability Reporting

Apr 20, 2021 12:20 PM ET

Chris Nardecchia shares why companies will see a greater value when CIO-driven digital transformation is combined with Environment, Social, and Governance initiatives.

Environment

HP Inc. Announces Ambitious Climate Action Goals

Apr 20, 2021 11:55 AM ET

Today, in advance of Earth Day, HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) announced some of the most aggressive and comprehensive climate goals in the technology industry.

Environment

How EHS Leaders Can Plan for the Reality of WFH and Hybrid Workplaces

Apr 20, 2021 11:15 AM ET

The business world at large is in a disorienting state of limbo. Some of us are working from home, others are back at the office. Some expect to be back at the office soon while others are content to continue working from home.

Research, Reports & Publications

Comprehensive Goals Database Helps Your Company Set Strong Sustainability Goals

Apr 20, 2021 11:05 AM ET

Companies are under pressure to set stronger sustainability goals. A free new database from the Embedding Project can help. You can use it to benchmark your goals against leading practice or source strong examples to help you set new goals.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Taco Bell Announces Partnership to Recycle Hot Sauce Packets

Apr 20, 2021 11:00 AM ET

The ability to recycle sauce packets is very important in achieving Taco Bell's goal of making all consumer-facing packaging recyclable, compostable, or reusable by 2025 in restaurants across the globe.

Diversity & Inclusion

Leading by Learning

Apr 20, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Studies show that when a company embraces a growth mindset, it can go a long way toward improving employee diversity, mental health, job satisfaction and performance.

Health & Healthcare

Disability Insurance: Beyond the Virus

Apr 20, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Daniel Tiger Goes Virtual With Creative Ideas Across PNC's Markets

Apr 20, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Everyone had to find a way to pivot in 2020 – and Daniel Tiger was no exception. From Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Miami, Florida, PNC markets collaborated with local PBS stations last year to host Be My Neighbor Days that were a little different

Innovation & Technology

COVID Recovery Must Include Digital Access for All

Apr 20, 2021 11:00 AM ET

As the world became even more digital – practically overnight – as a result of COVID-19, the divide between the “haves” and the “have-nots” worsened.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

GAF Manufactures Industry's First Asphalt Shingles Containing Recycled Waste Shingles

Apr 20, 2021 10:20 AM ET

GAF, a Standard Industries company and the largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer in North America, announced a new patented shingle recycling process

Innovation & Technology

Advancing Sustainability and Efficiency: Are You Prepared for the Future of Agriculture?

Apr 20, 2021 10:15 AM ET

Despite short-term market shocks from COVID-19, the ag input market is expected to grow on average 3% annually over the next decade, driven by megatrends in population growth, demand for protein and pressures on harvests from climate change.