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Research & Reports

Franklin Templeton Issues Annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report

Franklin Templeton has released its annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report that addresses its approach to responsible corporate citizenship and outlines its efforts and accomplishments as it looks toward a better future for clients, shareholders and employees.

Environment

Coastal Conservation Association Florida, Duke Energy and Others Continue Indian River Lagoon Billion Clam Initiative

The Billion Clam Initiative focuses on revitalizing and preserving the delicate ecosystem in the IRL by using state-of-the-art technology to systematically distribute clams on a large-scale basis.

Inclusion & Opportunity

IOC Refugee Olympic Team To Represent More Than 100 Million Displaced People at the Olympic Games Paris 2024

Thirty-six athletes from 11 different countries, hosted by 15 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) and competing across 12 sports were named today as members of the IOC Refugee Olympic Team for Paris 2024.

Health & Healthcare

Resources for Families Coping With Substance Use Disorders

Currently, there are nearly 49 million Americans living with a substance use disorder in the U.S. Data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals there were more than 107,543 U.S. drug-related deaths last year.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Ally Is a Verb

It’s June, that time of year when many of us don our rainbow flag t-shirts, stake out prime spots at local Pride parades, and select the perfect tracks for our Pride party playlists. It’s also a time to remember that Pride is much more than parties and rainbows.

Corporate Responsibility

Rayonier Sustainability Report: Employee Recruitment and Retention

Rayonier strives to be the preferred employer in the forestry sector. We recognize that without a strong and enduring workforce, operating within an inclusive and supportive culture, our company cannot sustain its success.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Saint-Gobain Video Series: empowHERed: Cindy Madsen, Shakopee, MN

Across North America, women at Saint-Gobain take the lead in Making The World A Better Home. They are manufacturers, innovators, scientists, engineers, and executives, all playing a vital role in shaping our industry.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Comcast NBCUniversal Celebrates Pride 2024

This Pride Month, we’re celebrating how Universal Truths both bring and keep us together through our best-in-class content destinations and partnerships with LGBTQ- led and serving nonprofits who are advancing digital equity for all.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Pride House Paris 2024: A Legacy for More Inclusive Sport

Pride House Paris 2024 will be a place full of life and celebration during the Olympic and Paralympic Games this summer at the Péniche Rosa Bonheur on the Seine.

Philanthropy

Direct Relief Announces Appointment of Three Directors to Board

Direct Relief today announced the appointment of three new members to the organization’s Board of Directors, each bringing extensive business and nonprofit expertise to support the organization’s growing humanitarian efforts.

Philanthropy

How Conflict Disrupts Communities and Drives Humanitarian Crises

It’s vital that we continue this lifesaving work in the most challenging and complex conflict zones around the world.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Driving Sustainable Change: Our Role in the PEF Initiative

In this latest blog written by Jeremy Lardeau, Senior VP, Higg Index at Cascale, the pivotal role of Cascale in supporting the development of the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) Category Rules (PEFCR) for apparel and footwear is explored.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Albertsons African American Leadership Council Commemorates Juneteenth

Albertsons African American Leadership Council (AAALC) ARG did this year by participating in different events in Dallas, TX, that commemorated the historical and cultural significance of the day and the resilience and contributions of the African American community.

Corporate Responsibility

GRI CEO to Step Down at Year End

GRI today announces that, after seven years of working in a range of roles with GRI, Eelco van der Enden has elected to step down at the end of his current three-year fixed term contract as CEO.

Philanthropy

PNC Bank Launches $120,000 Scholarship Program To Expand Access to Higher Education

PNC Bank today introduced an enhanced program that will award $10,000 scholarships to 12 deserving students attending or planning to attend college across the country.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Seeking Intentionality: Meet Hillary Jeffrey

I’m Hillary, a Senior Software Engineer here at GoDaddy. I work on the Platform Team for Recommendations as Data (RAD) and Switchboard. I joined GoDaddy almost two years ago. I made my career out of following interesting challenges, such as modernizing US Navy RADAR distribution.

Corporate Responsibility

Corporate Responsibility Governance

The Vice President, Public Affairs and Chief Sustainability Officer provides senior leadership on PotlatchDeltic’s corporate responsibility reporting and initiatives.

Corporate Responsibility

Bath & Body Works Introduces ‘Investing in You’

Today Bath & Body Works announces a new initiative called ‘Investing in you,’ a dynamic suite of programs and benefits designed to support associates throughout their personal and professional journeys.

Corporate Responsibility

T. Rowe Price Publishes 2023 Sustainability Report, Highlighting Active Progress on Corporate Sustainability Commitments

T. Rowe Price, a global investment management firm and a leader in retirement, recently published its 2023 Sustainability Report.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Clorox Puts Allyship in Action at Annual IDEAcon Event

For the second year, Clorox hosted its enterprisewide event to give Clorox teammates an opportunity to reflect on our purpose of championing people to be well and thrive every single day through the lens of inclusion, diversity, equity and allyship, or IDEA.

Corporate Responsibility

Meet Carita Hughes: Pioneer, Innovator, Advocate.

Carita Hughes is a strong believer in leading with heart in all her efforts. She helps drive innovation through patent law, stirs a spirit of belonging, makes an impact on today’s youth through the joy of music, and preserves a family legacy.

Socially Responsible Investing

Bloomberg Facilitates Access to CSRD Data for Financial Firms Ahead of Reporting Deadline

Bloomberg today announced the launch of a new data offering on the Bloomberg Terminal collating the data that companies have started to report in line with the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (“CSRD”).

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Sustainable Gastronomy Day 2024: Sands Advances Sustainable Dining Options

On June 18, the United Nations observes Sustainable Gastronomy Day 2024. The observance was established in 2016 to raise awareness of and educate on how to integrate sustainable practices into cuisine.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Together, We Can Create a Truly Circular Economy | Eastman

At Eastman, we’re revolutionizing recycling with our molecular recycling technologies. But it’s going to take all of us working together to find innovative ways to create a truly circular economy. Are you in?

Energy & Infrastructure

Southwire Powers Sustainable Maritime Solutions for PortMiami’s Shore Connection System

Supporting the company’s commitment to sustainability, Southwire is pleased to announce its provision of the medium-voltage cabling for the shore power connection system commissioned by PortMiami in Miami, Fla.

Latest Campaigns

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...

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...

Sustainability by Antea Group

At Antea Group, we believe the best sustainability programs integrate sustainability into core business practices, we identify and act on relevant...

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...

Special Economic Zones

Driving awareness of Special Economic Zones.

Integrated Tools

Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...

Kingfisher Around the World

The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...

Wells Fargo Social Impact and Sustainability

Wells Fargo & Company is a leading financial services company that has approximately $1.9 trillion in assets and proudly serves one in three U.S...

Small Business Growth

We strengthen communities and help create local jobs by investing in underserved small business owners. We fund nonprofits that are focused on...

PSEG Environmental Stewardship

PSEG’s environmental stewardship is evident in programs and strategies that reflect our commitment to clean air, clean water and waste management...