Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Tapestry Hosts Company Unscripted Session to Uncover Lessons in Nonlinear Leadership

Tapestry, Inc.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

UNFCU Foundation Announces 2026 Grant Partners

UNFCU Foundation

Innovation & Technology

Keysight Enables Enterprise-Scale AI Adoption in Semiconductor Design with SOS Enterprise

Keysight Technologies

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Foundation Invests $240,000 in YWCA North Central Indiana to Support Women’s Education and Economic Advancement

KeyBank

Energy

FTI and BioStar Renewables Expand Partnership to Accelerate Clean Energy Infrastructure Nationwide

BioStar Renewables

Diversity & Inclusion

Inclusion in Action – Celebrating International Women’s Day at Lenovo

Lenovo

Events, Media & Communications

International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) To Give Evidence on Indoor Air Quality at Parliament of New South Wales (NSW Parliament)

International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)

Sustainable Development Goals

SCS Consulting Services Gains RSPO Approval as an Endorsed Training Provider (ETP)

SCS Global Services

Featured Brands

From Pitch to Possibilities: Leveraging Sports to Create Economic Mobility

On February 12, at the Kia Forum, seven Los Angeles-based entrepreneurs took center court at the NBA Foundation’s 2026 All-Star Pitch Competition.

Wells Fargo Launches National Challenge to Uncover Innovative Housing Solutions

Wells Fargo launched the 2026 Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge, a nationwide challenge to uncover scalable, innovative housing solutions designed to help more people find homes across the country. Managed by Enterprise Community Partners, the challenge awards $10 mill

FedEx Invests in HBCU Pathways Through $2 Million Commitment

FedEx has deepened its long-standing support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities with a four-year, $500,000 commitment to the business schools of Tennessee State University, Jackson State University, Mississippi Valley State University, and LeMoyne‑Owen College.

Carnival Corporation Expands Shore Power Commitment

Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world’s largest cruise company, is advancing its commitment to shore power infrastructure as construction progresses on a major electrification project in Whittier, Alaska, roughly 90 minutes southeast of Anchorage.

Asset Recycling as a Strategic Enabler

KPMG in Singapore worked with the World Bank Group to develop The Asset Recycling Handbook, a roadmap for monetizing existing infrastructure assets and reinvesting the proceeds into new projects to unlock capital and support further sustainable infrastructure development.

2026 ‘New American Home’ Integrates Advanced HVAC Solutions To Meet Ambitious Energy-Efficiency Goals

Energy-efficient products from global HVAC leader LG Electronics are supporting the ambitious energy performance and innovation goals established for The New American Home® (TNAH) 2026.

Mastercard: Gen Z Is Entering the Workplace — and They’re Changing How Businesses Work

Consumer payments have evolved dramatically over the past two decades. Millennials have been banking online for most of their adult lives. Gen Z came of age with contactless payments; Gen Alpha was born into a world with digital wallets.

Medtronic Named One of the 2026 World’s Most Ethical Companies®

Medtronic, a global leader in healthcare technology, has been recognized as one of the 2026 World’s Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.

Aflac Celebrates 20 Years as a World’s Most Ethical Company

Aflac announced today that the company has once again been named by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as a World's Most Ethical Company.

Guiding Stars: Star-Earning Smoothies for Every Kind of Day

When you’re looking for a customizable tool for everyday balance, look no further than smoothies. Creamy, refreshing, and nutrient-rich, smoothies can be crafted to match your goals.

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Innovation & Technology

New 3M Digital Materials Hub Transforms Material Data Access for Customers

3M is helping customers innovate faster and reduce design costs with the launch of its new 3M Digital Materials Hub, a groundbreaking platform that provides easy access to verified 3M material data cards, modeling data, and product specifications.

Sustainable Development Goals

Impact Beyond Ports: DP World's Global Commitment to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals

Through targeted investments in the Americas, DP World isn’t just modernizing logistics infrastructure; it’s driving social and environmental progress to support the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Duke Energy Launches $500,000 Grant Opportunity for Organizations Supporting Western North Carolina Recovery Efforts

Duke Energy announced the launch of a new grant opportunity, offering $500,000 in funding to support organizations leading long-term recovery efforts in western North Carolina.

Environment

You Pledge, We Plant: Arbor Day Foundation Will Plant a Tree for Anyone Committing to an Eco-Friendly Habit

The Arbor Day Foundation has launched a new campaign, encouraging people to pledge specific eco-friendly actions to improve the planet.

Events, Media & Communications

FedEx Wishes the United Service Organizations a Happy USO Day!

February 4th marks USO Day, the anniversary of the founding of the United Service Organizations (USO), a congressionally chartered, private organization that has been steadfastly supporting United States service members and their families since 1941.

Education

From Building Robots to Solving Challenges: A Student’s Journey From Curiosity to a STEM-Driven Future

At just 16 years old, Miles Davis, a high-school senior from Washington, D.C., is already charting a path towards a STEM career.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

DaVita Celebrates 25 Years of Exceptional Patient Care, Empowering the Future of Kidney Health

DaVita, a comprehensive kidney care provider, is celebrating 25 years of clinical care delivery and leadership in healthcare innovation.

Diversity & Inclusion

Olympism365 in Action Across Latin America and Africa: Sport, Education and Livelihoods

Discover how the IOC, through its Olympism365 strategy, is using sport to make an impact in education and livelihoods across Latin America and Africa.

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet Gowri Narsimhamurthy: Harnessing the Power of Voice and Mentorship To Uplift Her Community

Tapping into different voices, perspectives, and experiences helps businesses solve problems, reveals new opportunities to grow, and encourages contributions that better support people and communities.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Bath & Body Works’ First Sustainable Sourcing Social Impact Program: Madagascan Vanilla

As an important part of Bath & Body Works’ ESG journey, we’re working to create lasting, positive impacts through sustainable sourcing practices.

Innovation & Technology

2025 Predictions: The Year of Impact for Small Businesses Using AI

Looking back on another remarkable year of microbusiness growth, GoDaddy has been inspired by the resilience and innovation shown by entrepreneurs. Despite macroeconomic challenges like access to financial capital and inflation.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

FareStart Receives $450,000 Grant From KeyBank Foundation

The KeyBank Foundation has announced a grant of $450,000 to FareStart as the nonprofit seeks to extend the breadth and depth of its job training programs, with a goal of increasing overall program impact by 60% over three years.

Energy

Eaton Invests in New South Carolina Transformer Manufacturing Site To Power Data Centers, Grid Modernization, Electrification and Industrialization

Intelligent power management company Eaton (NYSE:ETN) is helping address the critical shortage of transformers and record demand for its solutions across utility, large commercial, industrial and data center customers.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Cascale and Worldly Release Policy Deep Dive on IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards

Cascale and Worldly, the leading sustainability data insights platform, released their latest policy deep dive, “Building a Global Baseline: The Role of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards.”

Social Impact & Volunteering

AMD and Rise Against Hunger Tackle Food Insecurity

AMD is known for technologies that help make our world a better place. Beyond advancing technology, as a company, we are committed to advancing communities through corporate philanthropy and employee volunteerism.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Navigating 2025: Trends and Innovations for Public Housing Repositioning

During this on-demand webinar, presenters from Baker Tilly and D3G discuss the latest updates at HUD, developments in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) sector, advancements in energy efficiency and climate resiliency and other relevant topics.

Innovation & Technology

AI in 2025: Five Defining Themes

From building AI agents to interacting with technology in ways that feel more like a natural conversation, AI technologies are poised to transform how we work.

Environment

Crypto.com Arena, Peacock Theater and AEG Offices at L.A. LIVE Achieve Prestigious WELL Health-Safety Rating

AEG announced today that Crypto.com Arena, home to Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Kings, and Los Angeles Sparks, the Peacock Theater and the AEG offices at L.A. LIVE earned major WELL achievements.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Sofidel Partners with CHUM and Goodwill to Support Local Communities

Sofidel USA is proud to announce a successful partnership with two local organizations, CHUM (Churches United in Ministry) and Goodwill, to support those in need in the Duluth community.

Education

Mary Kay Inspires Future Innovators: Young Women in STEM ‘Blend’ Beauty and Science

Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in science, innovation, and furthering young women’s education marked the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11 with an exploratory event aimed to inspire the next generation of female STEM leaders.

Education

With PNC Foundation Grant, TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health Will Provide More Personalized Support To Help Parents Build Children’s Healthy Brains

The PNC Foundation and University of Chicago’s TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health announced a new phase of their long-standing partnership.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

New Holland Enters Partnership To Renovate the Gralha Azul Experimental Farm in Brazil

New Holland, a CNH brand, and the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná (PUCPR) in Brazil, have entered a partnership to modernize and renovate the Gralha Azul Experimental Farm (FEGA), a unit that provides teaching and research support for undergraduate and graduate courses

Research, Reports & Publications

Despite Political Divides, the Majority of Americans Expect Companies To Prioritize Sustainability

While national headlines often highlight political division, new research from 3BL and research technology firm Glow reveals a striking area of agreement: sustainability.

Diversity & Inclusion

Comcast’s Black Experience on Xfinity Premieres Award-Winning Documentary ‘Color’

Comcast NBCUniversal today announced the exclusive premiere of the award-winning documentary, Color, on Black Experience on Xfinity and the Xumo Play free streaming app.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Ashanti Hamilton Joins Veolia North America As Workforce Development Manager for Milwaukee

Veolia North America and The Water Council are pleased to announce the addition of Ashanti Hamilton to support the Water & Wastewater Workforce Center initiative in Milwaukee.

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Housing affordability

We drive solutions to enable people to open doors to a safe and affordable place to call home, the foundation for wellness, dignity, and economic...

Drawdown Georgia

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

Policy and Regulation

Cascale shares insights regarding policy and regulation impacting the consumer goods industry, and highlights how it's supporting members prepare for...

Sustainability- Carnival Corporation's Way of Doing Business

Carnival’s approach to sustainability is a full-time commitment; it is not a cost of doing business, it is a way of doing business. We at Carnival...

Collective Action

Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...

FedEx | Opportunity

At FedEx, we’re as diverse as the world we serve. From Harlem to Hong Kong, from Sao Paulo to Sydney, the world of FedEx is all about connecting...

ESG Recognition

While our commitment to being a responsible corporation is not dependent on recognition, it is a great validation of our work when external...

LG Energy Efficiency

LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $45 billion global force and...

Antea Group Brand

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Rethinking EHS Podcast

Join us as we travel the world to uncover real stories of impact—from landfills and energy transition to workplace safety, emerging contaminants, and...