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Volunteering & Community

The PNC Community Benefits Plan, Two Years Later and $56 Billion Worth of Impact

In the second year of transformational investments, PNC continues to improve outcomes for communities nationwide.

Socially Responsible Investing

Northwestern Mutual’s All-Time-High Dividend, Revenue and Surplus Underscore Company’s Exceptional Business Results and Financial Strength in 2023

In a year marked by inflation, market volatility, geopolitical conflict and other uncertainties, Northwestern Mutual thrived and generated revenue of more than $36 billion and ended the year with surplus that surpassed $38 billion.

Environment

KFC U.K. & Ireland Team Up for the #GreatBritishSpringClean: Joining Community and Local Leaders in a Nationwide Litter-Picking Effort

Recently, KFC team members, community groups and local government representatives joined forces to tackle the UK’s litter problem, as part of Keep Britain Tidy's annual #GreatBritishSpringClean

Awards & Rankings

Empire State Realty Trust Receives Well Health-Safety Leadership Award; Becomes Among the First Commercial Office and Multifamily Portfolios in the U.S. To Achieve the Well Equity Rating Through Well at Scale

International WELL Building Institute and Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. announced today that the New York-based real estate company is among the first commercial office and multifamily portfolios in the U.S. to achieve the WELL Equity Rating.

Environment

AEG’s LA Galaxy and Dignity Health Sports Deliver Nearly a Million Miles to Electric Vehicle Drivers Through Chargers Operated by Volta

Since December 2019, AEG’s LA Galaxy and Dignity Health Sports Park have delivered more than 954,000 miles to electric vehicle (EV) drivers that have used Volta’s EV charging stations at the stadium.

Philanthropy

Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) Receives $150,000 Grant From KeyBank in Support of Environmental Programs

KeyBank announced a $150,000 grant to Rural Community Assistance Corporation to support its environmental programs. Specifically, it will enable RCAC to improve low-income, rural communities’ access to safe, affordable drinking water and to mitigate the effects of climate change.

Volunteering & Community

Baker Tilly Foundation Empowers Red Oak Hope to Help Uplift Survivors of Trafficking

Each year, the Baker Tilly Foundation provides grants of $10,000 to not-for-profits nominated by our team members. Learn about a powerful organization fighting to restore hope and freedom to survivors of human trafficking and exploitation.

Research & Reports

Marsh McLennan Issues 2023 ESG Report “Empowering Sustainable Futures”

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the world’s leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people, today released its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report: Empowering Sustainable Futures.

Corporate Responsibility

Potential and Promise: A Journey of Self-Actualizing

Sometimes, the career path you’re on doesn’t allow you to achieve your full potential. At Koch, reaching out to your supervisor can help you better understand where you are and where you want to be.

Education & Workforce Development

Upcoming Impact Council: Leveraging Leadership Capital for Social Transformation

Join us for an insightful conversation, where Archie L. Jones, Jr. will share tangible insights, advice, and tips on leveraging leadership capital for social transformation. Learn how to confidently communicate your social impact goals and strategically leverage your network.

Research & Reports

CDL First in Singapore to Publish TNFD-Aligned Disclosures in its 17th Integrated Sustainability Report 2024

City Developments Limited (CDL) has released its Integrated Sustainability Report (ISR) 2024, marking its 17th sustainability report since 2008.

Awards & Rankings

Recognition in Innovation: CNH Wins Golden Cube Seal 2024

CNH reinforces its commitment to open and collaborative innovation by receiving, for the second year in a row, the Golden Cube Seal.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Celebrating Women in STEM at Chemours

Every March, Women's History Month provides a platform to honor women whose contributions to science, politics, arts, and beyond have significantly shaped our world.

Corporate Responsibility

Tapestry Celebrates Women’s History Month With Events Around the World

Over the last month, Tapestry has hosted events, activations, and curated features to celebrate women, provide resources for talent and development, and raise awareness on topics and opportunities for the women of Tapestry.

Inclusion & Opportunity

How Bath & Body Works Prioritizes Pay Equity: Q&A With Deon Riley, Chief Human Resources Officer at Bath & Body Works

Pay disparities for women and people of color continue to persist in the U.S. According to the National Partnership for Women and Families, women in the U.S., including full-time, seasonal and part-time workers, still earn 78 cents for every dollar men earn.

Events

Qualcomm Announces Shortlisted Teams for the Qualcomm Vietnam Innovation Challenge 2024

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, today announced the shortlisted companies for the Qualcomm® Vietnam Innovation Challenge 2024 (QVIC) program.

Research & Reports

Northern Trust Releases 2023 Philanthropic Impact Report

Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) donated more than $170 million over the past decade to non-profit organizations, including nearly $16 million in 2023 to organizations working to provide food security, affordable housing, accessible healthcare and quality education.

Awards & Rankings

Georgia-Pacific Celebrates Corrigan Being Named Timber Products Capital of Texas

Georgia-Pacific celebrated with its employees and Corrigan, Texas, as the city received a designation from the state as the Timber Products Capital of Texas on Thursday, March 21. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at Corrigan City Hall.

Awards & Rankings

The Hershey Company Named Among the World’s Most Ethical Companies

For the second year in a row, The Hershey Company has been recognized among the World’s Most Ethical Companies as rated by Ethisphere, a global leader in advancing the standards of ethical business practices that fuel corporate character, marketplace trust and business success.

Socially Responsible Investing

SCS Consulting Announces Climate Disclosure Webinar Series

SCS Consulting Services will present a 3-webinar Climate Disclosure series in April-June addressing areas that can impact businesses immediately: SEC Climate Disclosures, 2024 CDP Reporting and Climate Financial Risk.

Environment

Businesses, Investors Welcome New EPA Emissions Standards for Large Trucks and Heavy-Duty Vehicles

Major businesses and investors welcome the heavy-duty vehicle emissions standard unveiled today by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, which is projected to have vast economic, climate, and public health benefits.

Socially Responsible Investing

Ceres and American Retirement Association Urge Court To Uphold a U.S. Department of Labor Rule Ensuring Fiduciaries Can Consider All Financial Risks

Ceres and the American Retirement Association filed an amicus brief yesterday in the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals supporting the U.S. Department of Labor’s rule that ensures retirement plan fiduciaries can consider all relevant factors, when making investment decisions.

AI & Technology

Technology’s Role in Achieving ESG Targets

At the Property Council of Australia’s first Technology Summit in Sydney, CBRE’s Phil Rowland underscored the importance of harnessing the potential of technology to shape the diversity of our future surroundings.

Research & Reports

Las Vegas' First-Ever Microbusiness Summit

GoDaddy Venture Forward research identified Las Vegas as having the second-highest number of microbusinesses in the country after New York City and three times the national average.

Events

Rayonier Celebrates Women’s History Month With DEI Table Talk

In honor of Women’s History Month, Rayonier hosted a DEI Table Talk featuring several talented women in leadership roles at the company.

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Accelerating access to healthcare technology

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Wesco Cares

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People

As a family-owned business, Bacardi values the importance of creating a warm and welcoming workplace. We do so by fostering an environment where...

SustainabilityHQ.com Weekly Highlights

Highlighting the top news, commentary, and research for the week coming from SHQ. The highlights newsletter also spotlights one profiled organization...

2025 Performance Report

Entergy’s 2025 performance report, “Energy for a better future” presents an overview of our company’s 2025 achievements, future plans and strategies...

Corporate Social Responsibility

Corporate Social Responsibility

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...

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...