Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Events, Media & Communications

Encouraging News From the Front Lines of the ESG Debate

According to a recent Bloomberg report, BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager with over US $9 trillion in AUM, has been “expanding its dominance” in ESG investing, with net ESG investment inflows in every quarter of the last two years.

Environment

The Cow is the How: Elanco Sees Methane Reduction as New Value Opportunity

Elanco Animal Health CEO, Jeff Simmons joins Jim Cramer on Mad Money to discuss the company’s commitment to create solutions for farmers and ranchers that can reduce, measure, and monetize greenhouse gas emissions.

Events, Media & Communications

Individual Investors in the U.S. Outpace Their Global Peers in Sustainable Investing

Individual investors in the U.S., often referred to as “retail” investors, are important factors in the capital markets.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Named One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere for the Fifth Time

Fifth Third is proud to announce it has been named to the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies® list by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How I Got Here: Scott Mezvinsky

I’ve learned over the years that the power and joy of winning is universal. When teams get aligned around a clear vision and see winning results, they are capable of producing far more than even the highest expectations.

Education

Apply Now for the Biomimicry Institute's Youth Design Challenge

Register today for the Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge.

Diversity & Inclusion

SAIC Values Veterans

SAIC is proud to foster a strong culture of supporting veterans through our dedication to the well-being of those who have served our nation.

Environment

Decarbonizing the Maritime and Freight Industry: Challenges, Technologies, and Collaborative Efforts

In a recent episode of ESG Insider from S&P Global, host Esther Whieldon strives to answer the question, What will it take to decarbonize supply chains?

Diversity & Inclusion

Military Mindset: How a Career in the Military Paved a Path to Leadership for KeyBank’s Erica Choi

At first glance you may not think there are many parallels between careers in the military and banking. But Erica Choi, KeyBank Senior Vice President and new Commercial Sales Leader for the Capital Region (Albany, N.Y.) says her time at West Point and service in the U.S. Army.

Research, Reports & Publications

Baker Tilly Releases 2023 Impact Report

In our second year with a focused ESG and sustainability strategy, we did just that — kept our focus on making incremental progress and being open and honest about where we are in our journey.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Whirlpool's Global Refurbishment Centers Help Minimize Appliance Waste

Whirlpool Corporation is helping extend appliance lifespans and minimize waste. Discover the refurbishment journey where appliances and parts find new purpose.

Research, Reports & Publications

39% of Employees Believe Current Level of AI Involvement in HR Processes Is Appropriate; 20% Prefer More

A new study from Paychex, Inc. reveals the benefits and challenges of artificial intelligence (AI) in the human resources (HR) industry, and how opinions on its use and effectiveness differ between HR professionals and employees.

Events, Media & Communications

If the Term ‘ESG’ Is Out, What’s In?

Keeping up with the latest nuances in sustainability language can be daunting and make communicating your organization’s impact feel like an uphill battle.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Gilead Sciences CEO on Company’s Evolution and Commitment to the Bay Area

At Gilead, we’re focused on fighting devastating diseases and delivering innovative medicines that offer new hope for patients. Also important, though, is our work to make sure that we remove barriers to care and reach the people that need our therapies.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Georgia-Pacific Recognized by the City of Atlanta for Local Community Leadership

Georgia-Pacific was awarded the Marcus Downtown Economic Impact Award by Central Atlanta Progress (CAP) and the Atlanta Downtown Improvement District (ADID) during its 2024 Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration at the Signia Hilton Hotel in Atlanta.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

AB: Investing With Impact - How Municipal Bonds Are Leading the Way

Municipal bond issuers are responsible for building and supporting the physical infrastructure and the public goods and services that enable citizens to participate more in an inclusive economy.

Sustainable Development Goals

Crown Holdings 2022 Sustainability Report: Water Management & Scarcity – Preserving a Precious Resource

Our recognition of the need to use water with considerable care is the driver behind the Resource Efficiency pillar of our Twentyby30™ sustainability program and grounds our comprehensive water stewardship strategy.

Energy

How Duke Energy Manages EV Charging, Helps Customers Save

As Duke Energy strengthens the electric grid to be more resilient and reduce outages, the company is offering money-saving programs to customers while ensuring it can handle the increase in electric vehicle (EV) adoption.

Health & Healthcare

Direct Relief Donates More Than 2,000 Battery Systems to Ukrainian Hospitals Amid Energy Grid Attacks

In response to sustained attacks on Ukraine’s electrical grid, Direct Relief is launching an expansive initiative to equip hospitals, emergency response hubs, and other key medical sites across Ukraine with backup electricity storage systems.

Energy

Entergy Arkansas’ Continuous Energy Improvement Initiative Saves Businesses Money

Arkansas businesses are receiving thousands of dollars in incentive payments and saving even more than that in energy usage by participating in Entergy Arkansas' Entergy Solutions Continuous Energy Improvement (CEI) initiative.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Medtronic Once Again Named One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies

This is the second year Medtronic has received this recognition, representing one of only two honorees in the 'Healthcare Products' industry category.

Health & Healthcare

First PFAS “Forever Chemicals” Consumer-Initiated Blood Test With Physician Consult Launches on questhealth.com

Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX), the world's leader in diagnostic information services, announced the availability of the first consumer-initiated, physician-ordered blood-draw test for PFAS chemicals with the option to confer over the phone with a physician about the results.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Jump In and Fill the Pool: Upper Fraser Valley Rallies for Indoor Pool Project

As part of its Fueling Futures program, Enbridge—part of the Agassiz community for almost 70 years—has contributed $50,000 to the Lets’emot Regional Aquatic Centre.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

IWBI Announces IWBI Awards, Outstanding Achievements Recognizing Health and Well-Being Champions

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), the global authority for driving market transformation toward healthy buildings, organizations and communities, has today announced the winners of the IWBI Awards.

Energy

Vogtle Unit 4 Connects to Electric Grid for the First Time

Georgia Power announced on March 1 that Unit 4 at the Vogtle nuclear expansion project near Waynesboro, Georgia, has achieved another major milestone in startup testing by generating electricity and successfully synchronizing and connecting to the electric grid.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
    Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is embedded in our company values. We actively promote it among our employees, raise awareness, and foster an...
  2. Technology & Engineering Education
    We aim to inspire and cultivate the next generation of engineers and inventors by supporting organizations that foster innovation in education...
  3. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  4. 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...
  5. AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism
    AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...
  6. Southwire 2024 Sustainability Report
    Southwire was founded in 1950 with the goal of bringing electric light to people who needed it. In 2025, as we celebrate the 75-year history of our...
  7. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
    At Franklin Templeton, we are proud of our commitment to communities where we live and work. Each year, we engage with hundreds of organizations...
  8. 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...
  9. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  10. Social Progress
    Social engagement has always been an integral part of our sense of responsibility as a company. We care and we act to do our part to improve the...
  11. Greener Products and Solutions
    We actively integrate sustainability into the product development process and look at all phases of the product life cycle for opportunities to...
  12. Accelerating access to healthcare technology
    We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...
  13. Innovation Spotlight: Duke Energy
    At Duke Energy, we’re always improving operations and finding smart, safe and innovative ways to power the communities we serve. We’re embracing new...
  14. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  15. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
    The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.