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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Baker Hughes Foundation Contributes $50,000 to Houston's Emancipation Park Conservancy

The Baker Hughes Foundation has announced a $50,000 grant to support Emancipation Park Conservancy.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

HP LIFE Centers Mexico

HP, the HP Foundation, and U.N. Women under its Second Chance Education & Vocational Learning Program, with support from BHP Foundation, are providing women in Mexico

Responsible Production & Consumption

Sustainability at Owens Corning: Our Approach. Our Aspirations.

As a worldwide leader in engineered materials for insulation, roofing, and composites, Owens Corning also seeks to lead the way in corporate sustainability efforts.

Diversity & Inclusion

Exclusive: New Group Aims To Make Patenting, Inventing More Diverse

Research, Reports & Publications

ICYMI: Fifth Third Publishes ESG Report

Environment

S&P Global Completes 11th Annual Environmental Disclosure Through CDP

Disclosure highlights Company’s commitment to sustainability; since 2013, S&P Global has decreased greenhouse gas emissions 31% and energy use by 37% across its facilities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

TODAY Surprises Military Caregivers With Comcast's Internet Essentials

Select members of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Fellowship Program thought they were simply tuning in to this morning’s TODAY Show segment to celebrate military caregivers.

Innovation & Technology

Education Anywhere: How Rumie Is Using Pro Bono to Cross the Digital Divide

Rumie is a nonprofit dedicated to removing barriers to learning through technology—founder Tariq Fancy shares how pro bono has been a resource for their ongoing work.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

GRI Standards Available in Portuguese

Organizations in Brazil, Portugal and eight other countries have improved access to the world’s most widely used standards for sustainability reporting, following publication of the GRI Standards in Portuguese.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Cummins Cogeneration System Keeps Greenhouse Growing in Belgium

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Trillium Global Equity: Trailblazing ESG Fund Continues to Perform

In the ever-evolving landscape of ESG investing, Trillium’s ESG Global Equity fund has proven itself, through a long track record of positive results and generating returns responsibly

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

UNFCU Wins Mortgage Bankers Association 2020 Residential Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Award

The United Nations Federal Credit Union was recognized by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) with its Organizational 2020 Residential Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Award. UNFCU was the only credit union award recipient at MBA’s virtual 2020 Annual Convention & Expo held on 19-21 October.

Research, Reports & Publications

Facing Pandemics and Emerging Threats, ATMP Industry Arrives at Intersection of Obstacle and Opportunity

From operational uncertainty and age-old budget constraints to outdated manual processes, CRB’s new Horizons: Cell and Gene Therapy report finds the biopharma industry at an important intersection of obstacle and opportunity.

Health & Healthcare

Toxin Free USA Sues Target for Deceptive Marketing of Good & Gather Raisins

GMO Free USA dba Toxin Free USA, a national nonprofit advocating for clean food, filed a consumer protection lawsuit against Target Corporation for the deceptive labeling and marketing of Good & Gather California Raisins.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Purposeful Pivots: Meaningful Corporate Social Impact Strategies Created During The Pandemic

A new white paper from Engage for Good and Salesforce.org tells the inspiring stories behind seven “purposeful pivots” and reveals the principles that brands can use to work smarter and adapt better during these challenging times.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

National Diversity & Leadership Conference Announces the 2020 Top Chief Technology/ Information Officers Award

The National Diversity Council will host the 2020 National Diversity and Leadership Conference virtually on October 27-28, 2020, and November 4-5,2020. This year’s theme is “Max Talent”. This virtual conference will feature big-name keynote speakers such as Donna Brazile, Anne Chow, Tony Plana, Carly Fiorina and more. During the conference, professionals will gain access to learning sessions held by industry experts, organizational tracks, and endless inspiration that highlight the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. ​

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

National Diversity & Leadership Conference Announces the 2020 Top Leaders in Entertainment

The Top 50 Leaders in Entertainment is a definitive list of executives, influencers and achievers impacting the entertainment industry. These individuals have reached the top of their profession and are effective leaders within their organization. They drive change, contribute to business growth, and inspire others to succeed.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

National Diversity & Leadership Conference Announces the 2020 Leadership Excellence in Technology Award

The Leadership Excellence in Technology Award distinguishes a select group of individuals from diverse fields who exhibit exceptional leadership qualities. The focus of the award is to give prominence to the accomplishments of men and women who exceed the scope of what is expected in their organizations and communities.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

National Diversity & Leadership Conference Announces the 2020 Top Chief Financial Officers

The National Diversity Council recognizes individuals who contribute to the growth and profitability of their company and community, and are active in mentoring the next generation of professionals in the financial industry.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

ON Semiconductor's Shenzhen Sales Office Holds Their First Charity Week Event

The ON Semiconductor Shenzhen sales office held their first Charity Week with the support from the Shenzhen staff recreation committee and the local management team.

Environment

New Holland Construction Assists in Responsible Waste Management at 'the End of the World'

On the very tip of South America, sits the municipality of Ushuaia, in the Tierra del Fuego Province of Argentina. This is a land which is characterized by extremes.

Environment

The Ocean League: Using Creativity as a Catalyst for Ocean Conservation

Using Adobe tools, Ocean League aims to inspire support for ocean protection through creativity and gather more than a million pledges to influence policymaking at major United Nation events in 2021.

Education

EarthX Launches Youth Initiatives

EarthX is launching youth initiatives starting this fall — from environmental curriculums and virtual field trips, to eco-competitions and immersive experiences — with an aim to enrich and inspire the next generation of global citizens.

Events, Media & Communications

The 2020 Southern Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit: The Intersection of Youth Homelessness and COVID-19

For young people experiencing homelessness, the events of 2020 have been particularly difficult to navigate.

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