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Energy & Infrastructure

Alberta Solar One, Expected To Enter Service in April 2021, Will Help Meet Company ESG Objectives

Construction has started on Enbridge’s first solar generation facility in Alberta. The 10.5-megawatt (MW) Alberta Solar One (ABS1) project will supply a portion of our Canadian Mainline pipeline network’s power requirements with renewable power.

Volunteering & Community

Resources for Those Recovering From or Struggling With Alcohol Use Disorder

Since the onset of COVID-19, there has been an increase in alcohol consumption in the US.

For those recovering from or struggling with alcohol use disorder, there are resources available to help through these challenging times.

Environment

Doing Our Part to Wipe Out Environmental Impact

Awards & Rankings

American Heart Association Recognizes Fifth Third Bank With Gold for Workplace Health Achievement

The results of the American Heart Association 2020 Workplace Health Achievement Index were announced and Fifth Third Bank achieved national gold recognition for taking significant steps to build a culture of health in the workplace.

Philanthropy

YouGiveGoods Partnerships Help Get Toys to Kids in Need Amid COVID-19 Restrictions

Restrictions and closures caused by COVID-19 have made traditional toy collection drives almost impossible, but virtual toy drives step up to fill the void. Virtual toy drives will help Toys for Tots meet increased need while keeping supporters safe.

Energy & Infrastructure

HPD Collaborative to Host Material Health Open Innovation Symposium: The Art & Science of Material Health. Dedicated Solely to the Rapidly Growing Field of Material Health Practice.

HPDC will host the first Material Health Open Innovation Symposium on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 from noon to 5 pm EST. This virtual Zoom event is dedicated solely to innovation in the rapidly growing field of Material Health Practice.

Corporate Responsibility

Global Compact Network Canada to Host a Virtual Forum Fast-Forwarding Gender Equality and Workplace Inclusion in Canada

Global Compact Network Canada (GCNC), the Canadian chapter of the United Nations Global Compact, will be hosting an innovative virtual forum, Business for Gender Equality: A forum to fast-forward progress in the Canadian private sector on December 2, 2020, from 12 pm-6 pm EST.

Corporate Responsibility

Responsible Business Alliance Foundation Receives Second $1M Grant From Walmart Foundation to Continue Ethical Recruitment Programs

Responsible Business Alliance Foundation Receives Second $1M Grant from Walmart Foundation

Corporate Responsibility

Gildan's Annual Breast Cancer Prevention & Awareness Campaign Goes Virtual

For the last ten years, Gildan’s annual “Pink Tour” campaign has helped raise awareness of breast cancer among thousands of women.

Health & Healthcare

Tetra Tech's Dominick DeRobertis Discusses Emergency Conversion of an Outpatient Rehab Center to a Surge-Capacity Health Care Facility

Dominick DeRobertis joined Tetra Tech’s High Performance Buildings Group in 2000, becoming a senior vice president and director of health care in 2007.

Philanthropy

Time for A New Dawn

The Africa Initiative for Governance (“AIG”) provides funding and programs to inspire and support current and future public leaders to deliver sustainable economic growth and social justice for Africa.

Philanthropy

General Mills and its Foundation Expand COVID-19 Charitable Response to $14 Million Due to Growing Hunger Rates

With acute food insecurity expected to double worldwide in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the General Mills Foundation announced an additional $4 million of philanthropic funding for nonprofit organizations working to alleviate growing food insecurity worldwide.

Environment

Earthxtv and Sea Shepherd Announce “Africa Success Stories” on Exclusive Worldwide Monthly Online Series, Ocean Action Reports, Hosted by Captain Paul Watson

EarthX is presenting an exclusive worldwide online series, Sea Shepherd - Ocean ACTION Reports on EarthxTV. Hosted by legendary Sea Shepherd Founder, Captain Paul Watson, the new monthly series features half-hour episodes with the courageous...

Philanthropy

Morgan Stanley Donates Additional $2.5 Million to Hunger Relief Organizations Worldwide Through Move for Meals Campaign

Morgan Stanley today announced a donation of $2.5 million to hunger relief organizations worldwide, equaling 25 million meals, as a result of its latest employee campaign: Move for Meals.

Environment

CASE Construction Equipment Is Helping to Clean up Europe's Most Polluted River

CASE Construction Equipment, a global construction equipment brand of CNH Industrial, has been working to help clean up the Sarno river, Europe’s most polluted.

Corporate Responsibility

Companies Take on Final Patriotic Push for Voting

Throughout this year, we’ve reported on how brands have launched unique campaigns to reinforce the importance of voting. With only a few more days left until the U.S. election and early voting lines getting so long that there have been dance parties, companies are not losing steam. Here we examine how brands are still motivating, rewarding and helping voters get over the voting finish line.

Environment

LIXIL Takes a Step Forward in the Responsible Use of Resources Establishing its Global Plastic Action Statement

“As part of LIXIL’s contribution to a circular economy, we aim to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050 through the implementation of environmentally friendly business processes, and innovation in its products and services.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Cummins Launches National Initiative to Improve Racial Equity

Today, Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) announced the launch of Cummins Advocating for Racial Equity (CARE). CARE is another step forward in Cummins’ intent to take a leading role in undoing systemic discrimination against the Black community in the U.S.

Corporate Responsibility

A Meaningful Difference for Cancer Patients and Loved Ones

Alkermes employee, Shannon Nguyen, reflects on how tragically losing both her mother and a friend to cancer motivates her work in oncology.

Volunteering & Community

'Every Vote Counts: A Celebration of Democracy' Hosted by Alicia Keys, America Ferrera and Kerry Washington Airs on CBS

The special will also be available to watch tonight, Friday, October 30, 2020 at 9PM ET on Amazon Music, Apple Music, Apple TV App, NowThis, YouTube, Twitter, TIDAL and Facebook.

Philanthropy

Mohawk Goes Pink in Celebration of 19 Years Supporting the Fight Against Breast Cancer With Susan G. Komen

This month, employees across the Mohawk organization throughout the U.S. took the opportunity to “Pink Out” in support of the company’s corporate sponsorship with Susan G. Komen® as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Philanthropy

'Our Income Went to Zero': How One Business Owner Is Pulling Through the Pandemic

COVID-19 has been detrimental for many small business owners, but nonprofits like LiftFund are stepping up to help as many as they can.

Corporate Responsibility

How Johnson & Johnson Is Helping Over 40,000 Employees Exercise Their Ability to Vote in a Pandemic

In an unprecedented year, you need to think of unprecedented ways to help your workforce feel supported—including on Election Day. The company's Chief Human Resources Officer shares why employees can take paid time off to vote this November.

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License to Operate

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

LATAM Growth

DP World is significantly expanding its operations in Latin America, focusing on enhancing port infrastructure and increasing cargo handling...

Opportunity for All

At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...

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...

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...

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...

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...

FedEx | Awards & Recognition

We are consistently ranked among the world’s most admired brands and employers. Read more about honors and recognition for FedEx’s ongoing effort to...