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Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

5 Questions With Angel Jordan, Oportun's Senior Manager Security Engagement & Education

As a provider of consumer-facing financial services, our members entrust us with their data and financial futures, obligations we take seriously. Oportun invests in our systems and people in order to help ensure the integrity of our members’ data.

Energy

SAP’s Journey to Net Zero 2030

The world faces increasing climate and social crises. Comprehensive assessments have given us a deeper understanding of the science and the role of industry.

Innovation & Technology

Southern Company To Collaborate With Samsung SmartThings Starting in Mississippi

Southern Company and Samsung SmartThings have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to collaborate on a number of innovative projects that explore the intersection of consumer energy management and smart-home automation.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Employee Profile: In the Community with Xavier Teal

Xavier Teal is a true leader, devoted to selfless service in every area of his life. His ability to see the bigger picture has led him to freely give his time, knowledge, and encouragement to those around him in his career and community.

Diversity & Inclusion

Working Cross-Culturally Globally With Our International Holidays Dashboard Tool

As the world grows increasingly interconnected, understanding and appreciating different cultures and traditions has become more crucial than ever. Beyond the diverse cuisines, languages, and landscapes, one aspect that unites people worldwide is the celebration of holidays.

Diversity & Inclusion

Medtronic: Green Flags To Look For in ID&E Reporting

When reviewing an organization’s reporting on ID&E, here are a few “green flags” — or positive signs — to look out for.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

$500,000 Investment from KeyBank will Help CenterState CEO Expand Business Coaching and Technical Assistance Programs for BIPOC, Women and Veteran-owned Firms

A $500,000 investment from KeyBank through the CenterState CEO Foundation will help CenterState CEO expand business coaching and technical assistance programs for Black, Indigenous and other People of Color (BIPOC), women- and veteran-owned firms in Central New York.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Northwestern Mutual Named One of the “World’s Most Admired Companies”

Northwestern Mutual has been named one of the World's Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE magazine – a prestigious recognition the company has earned for several years.

Events, Media & Communications

Lead From Where You Are: Craft Your Story To Design Career Success

Join PNC Diversity & Inclusion for this special Black History Month event.

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet U.S. Bank Chief Economist Beth Ann Bovino

Living and working in New York City, Beth Ann Bovino was used to going to work and social events and feeling like her job as an economist didn’t hold the same fascination as the aspiring artists, writers and actors in the same room.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Pepco Warns Customers of Rising Phone Scams

Be on the lookout for scam attempts claiming to be Pepco. In 2023, customers lost more than $205,000 to phone scams.

Sustainable Development Goals

Crown Holdings 2022 Sustainability Report: Raising Our Sustainability Profile

Sustainability is not just about what we do—it is also about how we do it. We strive to reduce our impact across all our operations, supporting the drive for cleaner air, cleaner water and less waste.

Research, Reports & Publications

Eastman Publishes 2023 I&D Report, “Embracing the Power of Inclusion”

Eastman has published its 2023 Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) Report, “Embracing the Power of Inclusion,” which highlights some of the progress the company has made on strengthening I&D, a core element of its culture and innovation strategy.

Education

The Coach Foundation Celebrates Five Years of Dream It Real

In January, the Coach Foundation celebrated five years of creating opportunities and removing barriers for the next generation through its signature initiative, Dream It Real. To celebrate, the Foundation launched its first social impact report, The Courage to Dream It Real.

Innovation & Technology

On a Quest To Make All Chemistry Green Chemistry

The story behind a tool that helps chemists bring a greener lens to the bench.

Environment

Carnival Corporation Announces Ambitious 2024 Greenhouse Gas Intensity Reduction Projections

Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world's largest cruise company, today announced it is on pace to achieve an overall 18% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emission intensity on a lower berth capacity basis in 2024 (compared to 2019).

Events, Media & Communications

Free Microbusiness Summit on February 24

GoDaddy, the City of Las Vegas, Workforce Connections, and Bank of Nevada joined forces to sponsor the no-cost event. Entrance and parking are free, but registration is encouraged at https://bit.ly/MBSummitLV so that attendees can receive important updates.

Innovation & Technology

Executive Predictions 2024: What’s Next for Automotive?

The auto sector has undergone a significant transformation, and the result has ushered in the era of the software-defined vehicle. Software has enabled safety, comfort, and sustainability that would have been impossible ten years ago.

Health & Healthcare

Decade of Impact: Transforming Care in Tanzania

Debora Magembe didn't know what to do. Heavy rains blocked roads from her home in Bantu village in Tanzania to the city of Tanga. While she would have been fine to stay home any other night, her baby had other plans.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Duke Energy’s Rebates Program Helps Florida Customers Get Money Back for Making Home Improvements

Duke Energy is encouraging Florida customers who are planning on making upgrades to their home to take advantage of the Home Energy Improvement rebates program, where they can earn up to $1,700 in rebate incentives.

Sustainable Development Goals

Personas, Planeta y Desempeño, los Pilares de Griffith Foods por la Sostenibilidad

Para Griffith Foods medir su impacto es clave para crear mejores procesos donde tienen presencia, por eso, son signatarios y socios del Pacto Global de La ONU, el Consejo Empresarial Mundial para el Desarrollo Sostenible, la Iniciativa de Especias Sostenibles.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Gilead Named One of Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

We’re proud to offer an inclusive culture that enables all people to do their best work, and we’re happy to be named one of Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for our efforts.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Trane Technologies Named to JUST 100, Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies and CDP’s A List

Trane Technologies has been named to the 2024 JUST 100 and Fortune Magazine’s 2024 list of the World’s Most Admired Companies. The company was also recognized for leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change by CDP, securing a place on its annual A List.

Research, Reports & Publications

SLR Named a ‘Leader’ in ESG & Sustainability Services Benchmark Report by Independent Research Firm

SLR is recognised for its strong capabilities across the spectrum of ESG and Sustainability services, including strategy, reporting and disclosures, financial advisory and notable strength in operational transformation.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Taproot Panel: A Conversation With Experienced Skills-Based Volunteers

Taproot Foundation is hosting a free Feb 13 panel on the benefits of skills-based volunteerism led by experienced pro bono consultants. Join the conversation for advice on consulting with nonprofits and inspiration on the deep impact of skills-based volunteering.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Local Communities
    The principals of living and working in synergy with the communities in which we operate, as well as collaborating on projects that benefit those...
  2. 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...
  3. Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 5
    Welcome to Season 5 of Healthy Spaces by Trane Technologies, the podcast where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation...
  4. Biomimicry and Ray of Hope Accelerator
    The Ray C. Anderson Foundation has partnered with the Biomimicry Institute to create the Ray of Hope Accelerator, designed to bring commercially...
  5. 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...
  6. Goals That Inspire: Environmental Stewardship
    Through our Goals That Inspire we have established aggressive commitments with targeted and measurable metrics which will require innovation...
  7. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  8. 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...
  9. Integrated Tools
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...
  10. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
    The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.
  11. Purposeful Innovation
    We invent breakthrough technologies that enable life-changing products and experiences. We’re building on our legacy of technology leadership with 5G...
  12. 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...
  13. 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...
  14. 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...
  15. 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...