Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Research, Reports & Publications

Creating a More Sustainable, Equitable and Prosperous World at the INtersection of ESG

Jun 24, 2021 1:45 PM ET

I’m pleased to announce that Dow’s 2020 Environmental, Social and Governance report “INtersections” is now available. It’s best viewed in our interactive digital format, but is also available for download.

Events, Media & Communications

Alkermes Announces Former Professional Baseball Player, CC Sabathia, as Spokesperson for Alcohol Dependence Awareness Campaign

Jun 24, 2021 1:40 PM ET

Alkermes, Inc., a subsidiary of Alkermes plc (Nasdaq: ALKS), recently announced former professional baseball player and World Series champion, CC Sabathia, as a spokesperson for the company's My Relationship with Alcohol campaign, which is designed to help raise awareness about the disease of alcohol dependence and encourage people who are rethinking their relationship with alcohol to reach out to their healthcare provider.

Social Impact & Volunteering

VolunteerMatch and Do IT Announce Partnership, Offer New Social-Centric Approach to Connecting Volunteers

Jun 24, 2021 1:10 PM ET

VolunteerMatch, the web’s largest volunteer engagement network, and Do IT, a leading provider of social networks and marketplaces connecting people to do good things in the United Kingdom

Research, Reports & Publications

The Year Like No Other: Crisis Response & Business Continuity in 2020

Jun 24, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Keysight's corporate mission of accelerating innovation to connect and secure the world, coupled with our CSR vision to help build a better planet, exemplify how the company's strategic value is especially relevant during crises.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Fifth Third Bank Offers Early Pay for Direct Deposits

Jun 24, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Early Pay launched in certain markets earlier this year, helping customers avoid overdraft fees and the need to turn to payday lenders or other forms of borrowing.

Social Impact & Volunteering

From the Traumas of War, a Passion for Helping Others

Jun 24, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Rita Butman journeyed from Syria to Cisco Germany. Today, she supports refugees with tech skills and life advice.

Social Impact & Volunteering

T. Rowe Price and Business Volunteers Maryland Join Forces to Support Four Nonprofits Focused on Racial Equity

Jun 24, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Business Volunteers Maryland (BVM) and T. Rowe Price came together on June 23, 2021, to host skillCONNECT, a scope-a-thon supporting four Baltimore-area grassroots nonprofits focused on racial equity.

Green Infrastructure

FedEx Acquires 100th New Boeing 767 As Part of Fleet Modernization Program

Jun 24, 2021 12:35 PM ET

We’re taking possession of our 100th new Boeing 767, replacing the MD-10s in our fleet. It’s part of our fleet modernization program, helping us save fuel and cut aircraft CO2 emissions.

Health & Healthcare

Westfall Technik Inc. Joins Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council

Jun 24, 2021 12:25 PM ET

The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council (HPRC) is pleased to welcome Westfall Technik, a global holding company that provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions for molded plastic parts, as its newest member.

Sustainable Development Goals

Speaking of Sustainability: Megan Moore

Jun 24, 2021 12:20 PM ET

In this episode of Speaking of Sustainability, Owens Corning employee Megan Moore in Ontario talks about why the company’s biodiversity goal matters.

Sustainable Development Goals

Low Carbon Transition Plans: What You Need to Know

Jun 24, 2021 12:15 PM ET

Now is the time for companies to adapt their organizations to the risk of climate change. Learn more about the elements of a low carbon transition plan and where you can start from Antea Group USA carbon services experts in a video interview.

Health & Healthcare

Illumina and Next Generation Genomic Launch Expanded NIPT in Thailand

Jun 24, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Over a quarter of the world’s population resides in Southeast Asia, with over 70 million people in Thailand alone. Now, many of the growing families in this region will be able to better prepare for the next stage of their lives...

Energy

Schneider Electric Helps Clients Reach Landmark Milestone of 10,000 MW Advised Renewable Energy Power Purchase Agreements

Jun 24, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Health & Healthcare

Clarivate Is Empowering Colleagues To Take Charge of Their Health and Wellbeing

Jun 24, 2021 12:00 PM ET

We’re committed to providing colleagues with meaningful resources to support their personal, family and community needs using a holistic approach.

Diversity & Inclusion

Racial Justice and Diversity in Business Require Leadership

Jun 24, 2021 12:00 PM ET

George Floyd’s death a year ago filled the streets with protesters, prompted new legislation and caused a nation to think about uncomfortable things.

Media & Communications

Pressure Is Building on the C-suite - to Start or Advance the Enterprise's Sustainability Journey

Jun 24, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Pressure points: The corporate executive suite in recent months has experienced pressure from both inside and outside the organization in terms of rising expectations related to corporate sustainability, responsibility, citizenship, ESG, and so on.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Whole Planet Foundation Launches Annual Campaign to Alleviate Poverty

Jun 24, 2021 11:55 AM ET

For two weeks beginning June 23, shoppers can donate at the registers in the U.S., Canada and the UK and online to alleviate poverty in countries that supply Whole Foods Market stores with products.

Diversity & Inclusion

Pride of Place: Supporting the LGBTQ+ Workforce

Jun 24, 2021 11:20 AM ET

Annette Friskopp, HP’s Global Head of Specialty Printing & Technology Solutions, is not only evolving what printers can do, she’s pushing for businesses to change their culture.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

CEOs From the Coca-Cola Company and Alibaba Group to Lead the Consumer Goods Forum Board of Directors

Jun 24, 2021 11:20 AM ET

The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF), the global body pursuing purpose and positive change across the consumer goods industry, today announced that two new Co-Chairs have been elected to its Board of Directors

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Wells Fargo Donates Nearly $8 Million to Habitat for Humanity to Support Affordable Homeownership in the U.S.

Jun 24, 2021 11:05 AM ET

Wells Fargo today announced it is donating $7.75 million to Habitat for Humanity through its Wells Fargo BuildsSM program to increase housing affordability across the U.S.

Education

3M Young Scientist Challenge Announces 2021 National Finalists and Honorable Mentions

Jun 24, 2021 11:00 AM ET

3M and Discovery Education today announced the top 10 finalists and four honorable mention recipients in the 2021 3M Young Scientist Challenge.

Research, Reports & Publications

Subaru of America Releases Annual Corporate Impact Report and Is Named a Top 50 Most Community-Minded Company in the United States

Jun 24, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) today released its third annual Corporate Impact Report.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Schneider Electric Named as Best Global Sustainable Supply Chain Organization Spearheading Climate Action Throughout Its Ecosystem

Jun 24, 2021 10:30 AM ET

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has been named the Best Global Sustainable Supply Chain organization at the Global Sustainable Supply Chain Summit 2021 (GSSC Summit).

Research, Reports & Publications

Powering Human Progress: Chevron's 2020 Corporate Sustainability Report

Jun 24, 2021 10:20 AM ET

In our 2020 Corporate Sustainability Report read about the actions we’re taking to help achieve our environmental, social and governance goals.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Latest Podcast Release From WBCSD: Griffith Foods

Jun 24, 2021 10:15 AM ET

Listen as WBCSD's Executive Director NA William Sisson and Griffith Foods' Executive Chairman Brian Griffith discuss the competitive advantages of successfully integrating ESG principles into your business strategy.