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

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.

3M Partners With JetZero To Reshape Aviation

3M has announced an investment and strategic collaboration with JetZero, an aerospace innovator developing the world’s first commercial all-wing body aircraft. The unique design offers the potential to redefine how the industry meets ever increasing airline needs for efficiency.

Getting Proximate: Reflections From Cisco's First Year of 40 Communities

A little more than a year ago, Cisco announced our next big ambition: 40 Communities. The 10-year initiative is audacious by design

Mastercard: When AI Enters the Apiary, Bees — and Beekeepers — Thrive

The aromatic lychee orchards of northern India, the mustard fields that flow through Rajasthan like golden rivers, and the vast sunflower farms in Karnataka all have one thing in common. Actually, billions: bees.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Antea Group USA Provides Pro Bono Hydrogeology Expertise to Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School in PFAS Remediation Efforts

Antea Group USA, a leading environmental and sustainability consulting firm, today announced its pro bono involvement in addressing PFAS contamination in the water supply of the Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School, located on the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Reservation in Minnesota.

Innovation & Technology

How AI Is Accelerating Innovation in Agriculture

AI is reshaping agriculture - and CNH, a world-class equipment, technology and services company, is at the forefront of this transformation. In one of the world’s oldest industries, they have been supporting farmers through innovation and engineering for over 180 years.

Environment

The Role of EHS in Workforce Mental Health Programs

An uptick in public awareness and media coverage around mental health has catalyzed a long-overdue shift in how organizations view mental well-being.

Research, Reports & Publications

International Researchers Affirm the Rigor of IWBI’s 12 Competencies for Measuring Health and Well-Being in Peer-Reviewed Study

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) announced today that its pioneering 12 Competencies for Measuring Health and Well-being at the Workplace (12 Competencies) has been peer-reviewed and published in the Journal of Corporate Real Estate.

Innovation & Technology

Eight Ways To Power Your Sustainable Advantage With AI

This week in New York, business leaders from every corner of the world are uniting to address evolving global challenges and accelerate solutions.

Diversity & Inclusion

GSA WISH Conference 2025: Trailblazing Leadership, Resilient Mindsets and Building the Semiconductor Workforce of the Future

Last week, the Global Semiconductor Alliance (GSA) hosted its 2025 Women in Semiconductor Hardware (WISH) Conference in San Jose, bringing together trailblazers from across the industry to share lessons on leadership, resilience and the urgent need to expand the talent pipeline.

Research, Reports & Publications

Cascale Contributes to Cotton LCA Position Paper

Leading cotton programs have released a joint LCA position paper raising awareness on data use and misconceptions, with Cascale contributing additional expertise.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

When a Dream Becomes History | Ariana Luterman x GoDaddy

Ariana Luterman has set the world record as the fastest female to complete six Ironman Triathlons on six continents in one year. An extraordinary feat – and yet, for those who know her story, not a surprise.  

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Ceasefire Agreement Offers Hope, but Famine Will Persist if Humanitarian Access Is Not Guaranteed, Warns Action Against Hunger

Action Against Hunger stresses the importance of a permanent ceasefire and unlimited humanitarian access.

Education

Diverse Learners Find Independence and Confidence in Technology

For some teens, a blank computer screen isn’t very daunting; but for these diverse learners — struggling with dyslexia, ADHD and other executive functioning skills — even writing one sentence can be tough.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Saint-Gobain Video Series: Success in the Making: ShaRhonda Clink

The best leaders are the ones who aim to inspire others to lead, like forklift aficionado and CertainTeed Shift Supervisor Rhonda Clink in Athens, GA!

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Cisco - Striving for Sustainability: Meet Tom

Tom is the Senior Director of Supply Chain, Computing Systems, & Product Packaging, and Executive Sponsor of Circular Design at Cisco. His passion for sustainability is rooted in a lifelong love of the outdoors and shaped by visits to nearly 45 U.S. national parks.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Kimberly-Clark Launches Enhanced Global Partnerships To Advance Essential Care for 24 Million Women and Girls

Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NASDAQ: KMB) is deepening its commitment to advancing essential care for women and girls through four enhanced strategic, charitable partnerships.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Soccer for All: Henkel, U.S. Soccer, and AYSO Team Up for Community Clinics

In September, Henkel teamed up with U.S. Soccer and the American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) to host free youth soccer clinics near Henkel offices in Bridgewater, NJ and Stamford, CT.

Energy

From Port to Power: DP World Lirquén Drives Chile’s Wind-Energy Ambition

DP World’s terminal at the Port of Lirquén has achieved a new milestone in renewable energy logistics, successfully unloading the largest wind turbines ever to arrive in Chile.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Duke Energy Foundation Awarded Corporate Social Impact Team of the Year by the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals

Duke Energy Foundation took home the Corporate Social Impact Team of the Year award this week at the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals Annual Conference in Atlanta.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Thousands Lace Up Across U.S. To "Run for Her" at the 2025 Mary Kay Ash Foundation’s MK5K, Raising Funds To Empower and Protect Women Everywhere

On Saturday, October 4th, the Mary Kay Ash Foundation® painted the town of Addison pink for the 21st Annual MK5K® event. 

Events, Media & Communications

Why Policy Matters Now: Insights From Cascale’s Annual Meeting 2025

At Cascale’s Annual Meeting 2025 in Hong Kong, one theme rose above all others: the power of collaboration. From shifting regulations in Europe to emerging opportunities across the Asia-Pacific, our members face a complex and rapidly evolving policy landscape.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Trane Technologies Recognized as One of the World’s Best Employers by Forbes

Trane Technologies proudly announces its inclusion in Forbes’ annual list of the World’s Best Employers. This prestigious recognition, compiled in collaboration with market research firm Statista, honors the leading global companies.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Truist Championship Commits To Drive Lasting Impact Through Community Initiatives Beginning in 2026

The Truist Championship, Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) and Quail Hollow Club today announced a series of community-focused initiatives that will launch alongside the tournament’s return to Charlotte in 2026, reinforcing the event’s commitment to making a lasting impact

Events, Media & Communications

Tapestry Reinforces Sustainability Commitments During Climate Week NYC 2025

During Climate Week NYC 2025, Tapestry continued its commitment to designing a better-made future through learning, collaboration, and innovation.

Education

Henkel Hosts Students at Production Facilities To Celebrate Manufacturing Day 2025

Henkel, a leading manufacturer of well-known consumer and industrial brands, is proud to host interactive educational events throughout the month of October in celebration of Manufacturing Day.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

CSR Talent Group: Bite-Sized Briefing With True Impact

Calling CSR and ESG leaders! CSR Talent Group, bringing tools and voices from the field to make your work that much Impactful.

Education

TCS’ goIT Program Invites Students To Innovate for a Healthier Planet

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, invites students in the US and Canada aged 6-17 to enter the TCS goIT Monthly Challenge for October.

Research, Reports & Publications

Medtronic Delivers on FY25 Sustainability Targets and Charts Path to 2030

Medtronic plc, a global healthcare technology leader, has released its fiscal year 2025 (FY25) Impact Report, “Unlocking the future of health,” detailing progress toward its impact goals.

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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...

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...

KeyBank Fraud Protection Center

Advanced security, fraud, and data protection, Keeping your accounts and information secure is a priority for us, and we know it’s a priority for you...

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...

Medtronic Impact -- Reporting

We know that every action we take impacts the future of our employees, our business, our communities, and our planet. We put people and the planet...