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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

2022 National Latino Leaders To Be Honored at the 7th Annual National Latino Leadership Conference

The Council for Latino Workplace Equity (CLWE), an initiative under the National Diversity Council, will host the Seventh Annual National Latino Leadership Conference on Tuesday, Sept. 20th and Wednesday, Sept. 21st

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Why Reforestation Is More Complicated Than You Think

In November 2018, a forest fire ignited in the extreme drought conditions of Butte County in Northern California, tearing down the steep terrain and through small towns in a literal firestorm.

Events, Media & Communications

Three Current and Potential Regulatory Changes for Commercial Motor Carriers

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently made some changes to its driver qualifications requirements and is considering some new changes to govern truck speeds this year.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Delivering for Good: Delivering Reminders of Home to the Military

FedEx is proud to help the USO fulfill their mission to be a Force Behind the Forces and strengthen America’s military service members by keeping them connected to family, home, and country throughout their service to the nation.

Health & Healthcare

Illumina Launches Research Test Codeveloped With Merck To Unlock Deeper Insights Into the Tumor Genome

llumina, a global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies, today announced the launch of a research test, codeveloped with Merck (known as MSD outside the United States and Canada).

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

PSE&G Wins Electric Power Industry's Top Honor for Strengthening Service to Customers and Increasing Reliability and Resilience in the Face of Extreme Weather

The Edison Electric Institute named Public Service Electric & Gas the recipient of the 2022 Edison Award, the electric utility industry's highest honor, in recognition of its industry-leading efforts to protect New Jersey communities and customers from extreme weather conditions.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Walmart Is Working To Advance Sustainable Chemistry

As part of our pursuit to provide customers with products that are safe, more sustainable and affordable, we're working to advance sustainable chemistry.

Innovation & Technology

Henkel's Automotive Material Solutions Give Lightweighting a Lift

While a car’s style and performance take center stage, adhesive and material solutions work behind the scenes to make the driving experience safer, more comfortable and more sustainable.

Research, Reports & Publications

Keysight CEO: Our Steadfast Commitment to Build A Better Planet

Keysight's promise to accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world is as relevant now as ever and we remain steadfast in our commitment to helping build a better planet. Learn how in our 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility Report.

Research, Reports & Publications

Big Data Reveals the Inconvenient Truth

According to research led by Groundswell Vice President of Labs and Data Science Dr. Elvis Moleka, low and moderate-income households in North Carolina spend 19.8% or their income on energy bills ⁠— an uncool and unequal energy burden.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Future of the CSO | Coca Cola HBC | Episode 8

​Michael Dickstein, former Group Director Sustainability & Community at Coca-Cola HBC, joined us for the 8th episode of the Future of the CSO series. Michael led the company’s change in climate action, circular plastic, and water stewardship.

Environment

Super-oxygenated Water: Your Sustainable 'Drink' of Choice for Groundwater Remediation

Golder-WSP USA innovation provides cost-effective, natural approach to clean up groundwater aquifer contamination, reduces risks to human health and the environment.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Barclays and Unreasonable's Impact Squared Initiative Supercharges Entrepreneurs Driving Positive Social Change for Millions of People Around the World

Today’s biggest sustainability challenges cannot be solved alone.

Sustainable Development Goals

Prologis Commits to Net Zero Emissions by 2040

Prologis (NYSE: PLD), the global leader in logistics real estate, today announced its commitment to achieve net zero emissions across its value chain by 2040.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Quest to Receive American Heart's Award for Meritorious Achievement

Quest Diagnostics has been recognized by the American Heart Association to receive their 2022 Award for Meritorious Achievement for our commitment to health care equity.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Amplifying Youth Voices and Elevating Black Futures

When The Hershey Company first approached our organization, Memphis Music Initiative (MMI), about a partnership, I was excited but cautious. The Hershey brand has a strong reputation both for their products and community engagement efforts.

Innovation & Technology

Dow Leads the Way to More Sustainable Footwear With ENGAGE™ REN Plant-Based High Performing Polyolefin Elastomers

Dow has announced the launch of ENGAGE™ REN. The new brand enabled will help the footwear industry to unlock a lower carbon footprint and develop more sustainable products which offer the same high-performance results.

Events, Media & Communications

Land Betterment's Director Chris Hagler Hosts Roundtable at GreenFin22

Board of Director Chris Hagler to Host Roundtable on Activism and Stakeholder Engagement: Evolving ESG and Public Policy in our dynamic market at GreenFin22

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Verizon Supports Our Customers and Communities in North Carolina

With its beautiful, pristine beaches, lovely mountain views, bustling cities, nationally recognized universities and high tech industries, North Carolina has a lot to offer.

Sustainable Development Goals

Suzano ESG Call 2022 - Join Us This Week!

On June 23rd, Suzano will hold its second ESG Call, when it will disclose its systemic evolution in sustainability practices focused on climate change, biodiversity and social development.

Events, Media & Communications

Pushback Against ESG - What About the SEC Draft Rule?

No regulatory agency’s draft rule to address important issues can be expected to sail through and be warmly welcomed by all involved stakeholders.

Research, Reports & Publications

ESG Practitioners Detail Top Reporting Challenges and Opportunities

A new global survey by Workiva revealed that companies feel underprepared to navigate the Evolving ESG Reporting Landscape. Here are Five Takeaways from the survey.

Events, Media & Communications

Industry Leaders Convene in Dublin for the First The Consumer Goods Forum Global Summit Since 2019

The first in-person The Consumer Goods Forum Global Summit since 2019 opened on the morning of 21st June at the Convention Centre Dublin.

Diversity & Inclusion

Juneteenth: Remembering the Past, Reimagining the Future

On June 20, Bristol Myers Squibb has reserved the day to honor Juneteenth, to allow the workforce to pause, reflect and play a part in a culture of inclusion.

Sustainable Development Goals

Zvilo Promotes a Sustainable Future and Commits to UN's SDGs

Zvilo, the forward-financing and banking fintech, announces a set of ambitious environmental, social and governance (ESG) targets and strict reporting measures based on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Latest Campaigns

  1. 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...
  2. AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism
    AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...
  3. Communities and People
    Employees are our most valued resource and are at the center of everything we do. Their talent, diversity, and commitment are crucial to our...
  4. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  5. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  6. Forests
    Managing our forests sustainably and protecting water, wildlife, and species at risk.
  7. KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service
    KeyBank Foundation helps build thriving communities by supporting organizations and programs that foster thriving students and a thriving workforce...
  8. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  9. Subaru Love Promise: Community
    Subaru is dedicated to supporting those who need it the most in our communities. From donating food to Feeding America, providing essential items to...
  10. IWBI | WELL Building Standard
    Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...
  11. Scotts Miracle-Gro | Environment Improvement
    Earth's beauty and resources should be appreciated now and preserved for generations to come. Discover the stewardship initiatives underway to protect...
  12. 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...
  13. Recognition of our Company
    As the leading sports and live music company in the world, we recognize our responsibility to provide industry leadership and to conduct our business...
  14. Investing in our Communities
    We invest in sustainable community outcomes that improve lives.
  15. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...