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PNC Volunteers Bring Basic Financial Knowledge to New Volunteer Opportunity

For about two years now, the PNC Center for Financial Education (CFE), an effort led by Community Development Banking, has been collaborating with community-based nonprofits to offer financial education to individuals, first-time homebuyers and small businesses.

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Sustainable Development Goals

IBM: Reusing IBM Z® and IBM Power® To Avoid Waste

Linda Demmler, GM of IBM Global Asset Recovery Services, leads the team that identifies ongoing opportunities to redeploy IBM Z, IBM Power, IBM Storage and other IT devices to avoid waste.

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Environment

World Wildlife Fund Launches New PSA To Combat Plastic Pollution Featuring U2 Song ‘Beautiful Day’

The PSA, geared towards addressing the global plastic pollution crisis, features ‘Beautiful Day’ the iconic song by U2, and pairs with a child’s voiceover bringing an unfiltered and hopeful and powerful message to this critical issue.

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Innovation & Technology

Cummins Announces Field Testing of Mining Hybrid (Diesel-Battery) Truck Solution

Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) has commissioned its diesel hybrid solution in partnership with one of China’s leading rigid mining truck manufacturers, North Hauler Joint Stock Co., Ltd. (NHL), demonstrating progress in decarbonization for industrial customers.

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

KeyBank Ranks Among Top SBA Lenders in Washington State

KeyBank announced it has received the honor of ranking #1 for the most small business loans $350,000 or less in Washington Congressional Districts 1, 3, 7, 8, and 9 by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 2023 fiscal year.

Research, Reports & Publications

Audit Standards and Sustainability

Anthony Pugliese, president and CEO of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), joins co-host Mandi McReynolds to discuss global internal audit standards and their impact on corporate governance, risk management, and ESG reporting.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Driving Change in the Marketplace Through Increasing Vendor Diversity

In March, Tapestry hosted its inaugural Vendor Diversity Business Development Forum at the company’s headquarters in New York City. The event was developed to connect diverse vendors with our sourcing team and business stakeholders in-person.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Coro New York Expands Neighborhood Leadership Program With $500K Grant From the Wells Fargo Foundation

The Coro New York Leadership Center announced a transformative $500,000 grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation in support of Coro’s Neighborhood Leadership program.

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Education

Chemours Shapes the Future Through STEM Education

For the team at Chemours, the communities where we operate are also where we live work and play, and our mutual success is one and the same. We invest time and resources in our communities to make a meaningful difference.

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Innovation & Technology

Cascale Presents at Asser Institute Spring Academy Course Event

James Crowley, transparency and traceability manager at Cascale, recently presented on “Traceability Systems & The Higg Index Tools: Use cases for sustainability and due diligence” at the Asser Institute-Centre for International & European Law in The Hague.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Tech Tools for the Future: Zebras, AI, and Girls in ICT Day

I’m excited to announce that Dr. Tanya Berger-Wolf will be joining our special Women Rock-IT broadcast to support International Girls in ICT Day, featuring women who have turned their passion for technology into rewarding and successful careers.

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Events, Media & Communications

CNH Dominates at Safra Show in Brazil

CNH brands New Holland, Case IH, New Holland Construction, CASE Construction Equipment, CNH Capital, and Raven showcased products that shined in sustainable innovation at the 11th edition of the Safra Show in Brazil.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Coastal Second Harvest Food Bank Awarded Grant From Duke Energy Foundation

Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recently received a $27,000 grant from Duke Energy Foundation through the Powerful Communities program.

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Energy

Ceres Applauds U.S. DOE and New York State Officials on Approval of New Home Energy Rebate Program

The U.S. Department of Energy announced today that New York is the first state to have its new federal home energy rebates application approved.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Meet the 2024 Influencers

Minutes into a conversation with Mukesh Kasargode, vice president of R&D, PepsiCo Foods North America, his leadership style is apparent: It’s about prioritizing people and building trust within his teams.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Hormel Foods Seeking Nominations for 2024 Class of 10 Under 20 Food Heroes

The impact-driven program, now in its third year, recognizes the efforts of young trailblazers from across the United States whose philanthropic efforts are driving the world toward a more transparent, secure and sustainable food system.

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Research, Reports & Publications

Enhancing Habitats for Reptiles and Amphibians

Covia is proud to have contributed to the Wildlife Habitat Council's (WHC) white paper entitled "Enhancing Habitats for Reptiles and Amphibians."

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Education

Nurturing Student Curiosity on Earth Day and Beyond With Resources From Discovery Education

Discovery Education—the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital resources nurture student curiosity and drive deeper engagement in instruction—presents educators a wide array of new, free digital resources designed to nurture student curiosity.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Protecting Human Rights

Respect for human rights is a fundamental value of PotlatchDeltic.

Innovation & Technology

Wells Fargo Innovation Incubator Unveils 2024 Strategic Award Winners

This year, IN² distributed $767,000 across 15 organizations within the Channel Partner network.

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Social Impact & Volunteering

Vacation Park for Children With Special Needs Gets Makeover From FedEx Netherlands

Last fall, team members from the Netherlands spent an afternoon doing projects like carpentry and maintenance jobs; reinforcing water holes; replacing old woodwork in the forest to ensure wheelchair access and safety; and landscaping, weed pulling, and other outdoor jobs.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fortune Media and Great Place To Work® Name Comcast NBCUniversal One of the Top 10 Companies to Work for in the U.S.

For the second year in a row, Great Place To Work® and Fortune Media have recognized Comcast NBCUniversal as one of the top 10 of 100 Best Companies to Work For™ in 2024, ranking the company No. 10 on this year’s list.

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Environment

INC-4: Seize the Moment To End Plastic Pollution

There is overwhelming support around the world to reduce plastic pollution, even among major plastic-production countries.

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Research, Reports & Publications

Gilead Sciences Publishes 2023 ESG Impact Report

Learn how we’re advancing our vision to create a healthier world while benefiting our people, the communities we support and our planet.

Sustainable Development Goals

IBM: Embedding Our Net Zero Goal in Our Business Operations Using AI

IBM has set a target of reaching operational net zero GHG emissions by 2030 with 350,000 metric tons or less of residual CO2 emissions. This requires that we reduce our current operational emissions as much as possible through energy conservation.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

T-Mobile and Governor Jeff Landry Reveal Massive $290 Million 5G Network Upgrade in Louisiana

"Governor Landry's leadership in driving economic development in Louisiana, especially for those in more rural and underserved communities, aligns with T-Mobile's commitment to create the best possible network experience in the places where it matters most," said Ulf Ewaldsson.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Coach Foundation | Dream It Real
    To help break cycles of inequality, we empower the next generation to reach their full potential through higher education.

  2. Responsible Business
    We integrate responsible and sustainable practices in every aspect of our organization. Our products are created in ways that do not harm individuals...

  3. Subaru Love Promise: Health
    Subaru believes we all should have a chance to lead a healthy life. Through our partnership with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS), Subaru and...

  4. KeyBank: Responsible Banking
    Everyone’s financial journey is different. We make intentional efforts to meet the individual needs of clients and communities through a diverse range...

  5. KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service
    KeyBank Foundation helps build thriving communities by supporting organizations and programs that foster thriving students and a thriving workforce...

  6. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...

  7. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...

  8. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...

  9. Corporate Social Responsibility
    Gilead Sciences Corporate Social Responsibility

  10. Corporate Social Responsibility
    Whirlpool Corporation has several CSR partners including United Way, Habitat for Humanity International, Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Consulada...

  11. People: Belonging
    We have committed to making the next ten years the best yet for Bacardi, and part of that journey includes creating a unified global community of...

  12. Diversity & Inclusion
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  13. Enriching Women's Lives
    60 years ago, Mary Kay Ash created an unparalleled opportunity for women to define their own successes and control their own futures. Her vision of...

  14. 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...

  15. 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...