Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Health & Healthcare | Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council

HPRC Publishes Inaugural Impact Report: Paving the Way for Sustainable Healthcare Plastics

Jun 11, 2025 10:00 AM ET

The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council (HPRC) is thrilled to announce the publication of its inaugural Impact Report for 2024.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Europe Leads the Way on Scope 3 Emissions: What Investors and Companies Need To Know

CSRHub

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Cocoa Market Turmoil: How Hershey Is Innovating Through Unprecedented Challenges

The Hershey Company

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Sustainable Strategies for Grocery Growth

Tetra Pak

Energy

Stop Buying Energy Infrastructure. Start Buying Results.

Veolia North America

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Why Sustainability Is the Smartest Investment in an Uncertain Trade Landscape

DP World

Energy

Energy for a Better Future: Entergy’s Growth and Resiliency Strategy

Entergy Corporation

Energy

AllianceBernstein: Power Play: How To Invest Smarter in the Race for Electrification

AllianceBernstein

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Sysco 2024 Sustainability Report: At the Heart of One Planet One Table

Sysco Corporation

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

KeyBank Buffalo Teammate Shares What “Neighbors Make the Difference Day” Means to Her

Jul 26, 2023 9:00 AM ET

Each year, thousands of KeyBank teammates come together on “Neighbors Make the Difference Day.” This day of volunteering and engagement with non-profit organizations across KeyBank’s footprint is the hallmark of Key’s commitment to its communities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Entergy Arkansas Pledges $100,000 for College Savings Accounts Program

Jul 26, 2023 9:00 AM ET

Entergy Arkansas is launching “Kids to College,” a my529 child savings account program to help families plan and save for their children’s higher education, with a pledge to match up to $100,000 for qualified customers.

Green Infrastructure

Four Steps to Building Resilient Coastal Cities

Jul 26, 2023 9:00 AM ET

The impacts of climate change are being felt across the globe, especially in coastal areas. According to a physical climate risk study by XDI Cross Dependency Initiative, 40 of the top 50 most at-risk states and provinces will be in China, the United States or India by 2050.

Innovation & Technology

Virtually Unlimited: A Skeptic’s Embrace of New Technology Transformed His Career

Jul 26, 2023 8:15 AM ET

Robert was introduced to VR training when he was a spinning technician trainer for Koch subsidiary INVISTA, one of the world’s major nylon producers.

Responsible Production & Consumption

“360-Degree Billboard”: Crown Champions Beverage Can Circularity, Decorative and AR Credentials

Jul 26, 2023 8:05 AM ET

Beverage cans are the most sustainable drink packaging format on the market, claims Florian Combe, new product development and graphics manager at Crown Bevcan EMEA.

Responsible Production & Consumption

The Makers of Quilted Northern Ultra Soft & Strong® Launch Recyclable Paper Packaging

Jul 26, 2023 8:00 AM ET

Since its inception over 100 years ago, the makers of Quilted Northern® have been on the cutting edge of bath tissue. It was among the first brands to be sterilized (1920s), to be “splinter-free” (1930s), to use two layers (1960s), and to offer a three-ply option (2008).

Diversity & Inclusion

Inspiring Conversations: Truist Foundation Helps Synergies Work Bridge the Gap Between the Business and Disability Communities

Jul 26, 2023 8:00 AM ET

On this episode of Inspiring Conversations, Truist Foundation’s audio series with nonprofit leaders doing the work, Truist Foundation President Lynette Bell and Aarti discuss the impact recent grant funding will have on the disability community.

Research, Reports & Publications

The State of Corporate Purpose 2023 Trend 2: Quiet Giving Is on the Rise

Jul 26, 2023 8:00 AM ET

The economic downturn is placing pressure on companies to tighten budgets. In spite of this, companies remain committed to being a force for good. We expect fewer bold statements from companies and more action focused on local communities where they can make a profound impact.

Research, Reports & Publications

VMware Publishes 2023 ESG Report Demonstrating Smart Impact Progress

Jul 26, 2023 8:00 AM ET

VMware released its 2023 Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) Report, sharing progress and demonstrating its commitment to creating a more sustainable, equitable and secure digital world.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

A New Home Through Habitat for Humanity’s BuildBetter With Whirlpool Corporation Initiative Gives New Confidence to a Deserving Family

Jul 26, 2023 7:45 AM ET

Another deserving family has earned not only a home but a new perspective as part of Habitat for Humanity’s BuildBetter with Whirlpool initiative.

Environment

SAP Focuses on Key Suppliers To Reduce Carbon Emissions

Jul 25, 2023 4:55 PM ET

Organizations are developing net-zero emissions strategies to take tangible climate action. These strategies often require close collaboration with customers, business partners, and suppliers.

Environment

CNH Industrial Introduces New Car-Pooling App: UP2GO

Jul 25, 2023 4:00 PM ET

CNH Industrial have integrated a carpooling app as a mobility solution to support their colleagues’ commute to and from work and to reduce pollution and road congestion.

Innovation & Technology

What Happens To Fine Motor Skills in Space?

Jul 25, 2023 4:00 PM ET

Fine motor skills, the precise movement of small muscles in the hands and fingers, are impaired when humans transition from microgravity to a planetary surface according to a multi-year study led by Leidos scientist Dr. Kritina Holden.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Truist Foundation Grants $1.5M to Urban Strategies Inc. to Assist Small Businesses Supporting Community Revitalization

Jul 25, 2023 3:30 PM ET

Truist Foundation has announced a $1.5 million grant to Urban Strategies Inc. (USI), a national nonprofit that focuses on the design and implementation of human capital development strategies in communities undergoing physical revitalization across the U.S.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Improving the Next Generation’s Digital Proficiency Through Volunteerism

Jul 25, 2023 2:30 PM ET

Otis volunteers like Coulette step up to help community partners who are working with younger generations to ensure they instill both STEM and digital awareness skills.

Innovation & Technology

Paychex THRIVE: How T-Mobile Is Supporting New Technologies

Jul 25, 2023 1:50 PM ET

Take a listen to this episode of Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, to hear as host Gene Marks and Mike Katz, President of Marketing, Innovation, and Experience at T-Mobile talk about the mobile technology landscape.

Education

The Home Depot Launches Online Career Assistance Program To Support Transitioning Military Service Members

Jul 25, 2023 1:50 PM ET

The Home Depot, the world's largest home improvement retailer, launched the first online guided version of MISSION TRANSITION, a series of courses aimed at providing U.S. service men and women with knowledge and resources to help them successfully transition.

Innovation & Technology

How To Leverage Intent-Based Automation With AI/ML for 5G RAN

Jul 25, 2023 12:20 PM ET

Automation of CSP networks could be compared to the automation of cars to self-driving cars. Currently there are several separate functions like adaptive cruise control, lane change assistance, self-parking that while automated, require manual initiation from the human driver.

Green Infrastructure

Mitigating Climate Change Due to Methane From Natural Gas

Jul 25, 2023 11:45 AM ET

While natural gas is inherently much cleaner than other fuels such as coal, Enbridge and others across the industry are pursuing opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from natural gas even further.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Celebrating One Year of Team UP

Jul 25, 2023 11:15 AM ET

Last summer, Comcast celebrated the launch of Team UP, our company’s reimagined volunteerism and employee engagement program. As I look back on the past year, I am inspired by our collective commitment to create long-lasting change in our communities.

Sustainable Development Goals

Paris 2024 Puts Sustainability on the Plate

Jul 25, 2023 11:15 AM ET

Central to the Organising Committee’s successful bid to host next year’s Olympic and Paralympic Games was the pledge to reduce the carbon footprint of the Games by half compared to previous editions, and to promote responsible ways of living.

Environment

The Key to Impactful Reporting: Understanding Double Materiality and the Updated GRI Standards

Jul 25, 2023 11:00 AM ET

Join us for our webinar, "The Key to Impactful Reporting: Understanding Double Materiality and the Updated GRI Standards" on August 22nd at 2 PM ET to learn more about the updated GRI standards, the concept of double materiality, and how this will impact your reporting.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Healthier Lives Leaders and CGF Board Members Champion Employee Wellbeing at Global Summit in Japan

Jul 25, 2023 11:00 AM ET

Employee wellbeing was a prominent topic of discussion at The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) prestigious Global Summit held in Kyoto, Japan.

Diversity & Inclusion

Making Sure Language Translations Are Clear and Nuanced for Customers

Jul 25, 2023 10:30 AM ET

Imagine logging on to your mobile banking app to find a nearby branch and seeing the list described as tree branches. When language translations aren’t done with the proper nuance, some phrases can potentially confuse customers.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

2023 Top Employers for Latino Leaders To Be Honored at the 8th Annual National Latino Leadership Conference

Jul 25, 2023 10:30 AM ET

The Council for Latino Workplace Equity (CLWE), an initiative under the National Diversity Council, will host the Eighth Annual National Latino Leadership Conference virtually via Whova on Tuesday, Sept. 19th and Wednesday, Sept. 20th, from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. CT

Latest Campaigns

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...
Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship

The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.
Wesco Cares

Life-changing events can happen to any of us, often when we least expect them. Employees in need can turn to the Wesco Cares. Its mission is to be an...
SustainabilityHQ.com Weekly Highlights

Highlighting the top news, commentary, and research for the week coming from SHQ. The highlights newsletter also spotlights one profiled organization...
Fifth Third’s Neighborhood Program

Fifth Third has a proven track record of success in community development through its neighborhood program, which creates and implements innovative...
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...
Employee and Community Engagement

At MilliporeSigma, we look for opportunities to use employee and community engagement to spark scientific curiosity and breakthroughs. We know that...
Drawdown Georgia

Informed by Project Drawdown, the world’s leading resource for climate solutions, Drawdown Georgia is the first state-centered effort to crowdsolve...
Communities and People

Employees are our most valued resource and are at the center of everything we do. Their talent, diversity, and commitment are crucial to our...
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...
Sustainable Products and Innovation

Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
Environment: Building a More Sustainable Future

For Bacardi, environmental sustainability is good business – an approach that dates to the very beginning of the company more than 158 years ago. When...
Forests

Managing our forests sustainably and protecting water, wildlife, and species at risk.
GoDaddy | Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

Diverse teams build better products — period. At GoDaddy, we make apps and services that our worldwide community of entrepreneurs can relate to. Our...
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...