Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Environment

Nicor Gas and Southern Company Partner with Two Local Habitat for Humanity Affiliates to Build Energy Efficient, Net Zero Communities in Chicagoland

Nicor Gas and Southern Company are announcing a new partnership with the Fox Valley and Northern Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity affiliates to develop Smart Neighborhood™ communities in the Chicagoland area.

Health & Healthcare

Tracing Pathogens To Improve Global Health at the Intersection of Computation and Biology

The AMD High Performance Compute (HPC) Fund puts more computational power in the hands of those conducting groundbreaking research to accelerate solutions to the world’s toughest challenges.

Research, Reports & Publications

New Global Report Demonstrates FedEx Economic Impact

The report found that FedEx played an integral role in helping businesses recover from the pandemic while overcoming strained supply chains and economic challenges.

Health & Healthcare

Expanding the Possibilities With Quest Advanced® Neurology

Quest Advanced® Neurology offers a complete neurological testing portfolio, including molecular, biochemical, neuroimmunological, cytogenetic, and pharmacogenomic testing for diagnosing neurological conditions.

Diversity & Inclusion

Applied Materials Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Day of the Girl

Applied Materials employees from around the world joined together to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Day of the Girl by volunteering time, talent and experience.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Land Betterment Impact Minute #42: Finding Real Purpose With Ben Owen

Land Betterment Impact Minute features Ben Owen founder of Flanders Fields a non-profit supporting veterans struggling with homelessness and addiction.

Diversity & Inclusion

Partnering UP to Close the Digital Divide in California

I joined Comcast over a year ago because of its decade-plus commitment to addressing digital equity. Looking ahead, I’m eager to build on that foundation through Project UP and our other innovative initiatives.

Innovation & Technology

Lenovo Tech World 2022: Sustainable Solutions With Formula 1®

From developing sustainable solutions to engaging with fans, Lenovo and F1 are entering a new era of innovation that pushes boundaries to deliver the highest quality race experience.

Events, Media & Communications

Jeff Coluccio Joins Antea Group as a Senior Consultant, ESG Financial Services

We are excited to announce that Jeff Coluccio has recently joined Antea Group USA as the Financial Services Subsegment Leader.

Events, Media & Communications

Associate Ayrton Group Announces the Acquisition of KTC Safety

Ayrton Group, Inogen Alliance Associate in Ireland, has announced the acquisition of KTC Safety Ltd as part of their continued expansion.

Diversity & Inclusion

Sands Cares Supports the 22nd Annual TMCF Leadership Institute

Kicking off its partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), Sands was a sponsor and participant at the 22nd annual TMCF Leadership Institute September 28 – October 1 in New York.

Environment

Safeguarding Food Systems with Responsible Packaging

Packaging waste is a critical challenge that we at Dow are focused on solving by looking at issues beyond how fresh food is delivered.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Wine and Agricultural Ethical Trade Association (WIETA) Applies for SSCI Benchmarking

The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) has received a benchmarking application from the Wine and Agricultural Ethical Trade Association (WIETA)

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Ohio Alkermes Site Named Among Healthiest Employers in the State

Our Wilmington, Ohio site was named to the 2022 Healthiest Employers of Ohio list! We are proud to receive this award that reflects our commitment to our employees’ well-being and ensuring Alkermes is a great place to work.

Diversity & Inclusion

IWBI Launches the WELL Equity Rating to Advance Organizations and Places Where “Everyone Feels Welcome, Seen and Heard”

The International WELL Building Institute announced the launch of the WELL Equity Rating, a new rating designed to help organizations act on their diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility goals, and improve company culture and employee health.

Diversity & Inclusion

One Win Leads to Another: Developing New Ways To Empower Girls and Young Women Through Sport

To mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) is looking back at the success of One Win Leads to Another (OWLA)

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Customers and Online Shoe Retailers Put Their Best Foot Forward for Climate

It can be difficult to buy a pair of shoes online, and if you have a high instep, wide feet, or a bone spur, the problem is exacerbated.

Health & Healthcare

Essity Global Hygiene and Health Survey 2022: Future Personal Care

One in three claim that they want to worry less about their future well-being, so they can instead focus on more positive aspects of their lives, like dreams and family. There is work to be done then, since as many as two out of three experience barriers to living healthier, stating time and motivation as the biggest.

Green Infrastructure

Black & Veatch Selected To Manage Los Angeles' Next-Generation Bus Stop Program

With an eye toward advanced technologies, Los Angeles soon will transform its bus shelter network in the runup to the 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Summer Olympics the city will host, adding 3,000 upgraded bus shelters as high-tech mobility hubs.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Intentionality and Humility Drive Connections in the Intergenerational Workplace

At IBM, mentorship has been a driver for success, and that has happened best when leadership shows up in person and younger employees have face-time with more experienced leaders.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Integrating Impact: How To Do Well by Doing Good

“Protecting people and the planet is at the heart of who we are.” “Being a responsible corporate citizen is part of our DNA.”

Sustainable Development Goals

The Home Depot Charges Ahead With 100 MW of Solar Energy

The Home Depot announced that 100 MW of solar energy purchased from National Grid Renewables at its solar and storage project in Denton County, Texas (known as Noble) will generate the approximate equivalent of nearly eight percent of The Home Depot’s total electricity usage.

Research, Reports & Publications

Preparing for an Uncertain Future: Telling Your ESG Story Remains Key

Throughout Q1 2022, Nasdaq has observed a significant increase in the overall percentage of companies discussing ESG on earnings calls.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Georgia-Pacific Wins the American Forest & Paper Association Better Practices, Better Planet 2030 Innovation in Sustainability Award for Juno® Technology

Georgia-Pacific is honored to be recognized with an Innovation in Sustainability award for Juno® Technology.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Beyond the Ellen MacArthur Foundation

Sealed Air focused on total system design where it is better to find ways to recycle materials that bring significant societal value, rather than targeting to eliminate materials difficult to recycle today, according to Cotterman.

Latest Campaigns

  1. 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...
  2. 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...
  3. 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...
  4. 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...
  5. 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...
  6. 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...
  7. Sustainability
    Leading the logistics sector towards a more sustainable future by investing in innovative green technologies, enhancing operational efficiency, and...
  8. 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...
  9. 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...
  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. 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...
  12. 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...
  13. 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...
  14. Goals That Inspire: Environmental Stewardship
    Through our Goals That Inspire we have established aggressive commitments with targeted and measurable metrics which will require innovation...
  15. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...