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Diversity & Inclusion

The Michigan Diversity Council Presents the Inaugural National Native American Summit

The Michigan Diversity Council (MIDC) presents the National Native American Summit taking place on Tuesday, November 16 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. EST. The event, in partnership with the National Diversity Council (NDC) will focus on the theme “Standing Together and Taking Action.”

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Power of Partnership: Supporting Communities in Need

The unhoused and marginally housed community in Atlanta has been impacted by COVID-19 in unimaginable ways.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Vistra Honored With 2021 Texan by Nature 20 Designation

Texan by Nature (TxN), a Texas-led conservation non-profit founded by former First Lady Laura Bush, today announced Vistra among the 20 honorees of the 3rd annual Texan by Nature 20 (TxN 20).

Green Infrastructure

Enbridge ESG Forum 2021: Emissions

At Enbridge, we’re committed to bridging society to a lower-emissions future. We’ve set goals to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2050.

Diversity & Inclusion

Introducing Biogen's 2021 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Report

Diversity makes us stronger and helps drive innovation.

Sustainable Development Goals

New Study by My Green Lab Finds That Just 4% of Biotech & Pharma Companies Currently on Track to Meet Paris 2030 Climate Goals

My Green Lab, the leading global non-profit organization committed to sustainability in science, announced that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical sector is among the world’s largest carbon emitters—based

Research, Reports & Publications

Global Water Utilities Could Cut GHG Emissions by 50%, At Low to No Cost

Water utilities could cut their emissions dramatically and quickly, according to a new paper from Xylem. The paper outlines the sector’s opportunity to reduce emissions quickly and affordably, with current, high-efficiency technologies.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Hole in the Wall's Year-round Programs Offer “a Different Kind of Healing” for Kids Like Colby

Eleven-year-old Colby first came to The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in 2019 for a Rare Disease Family Camp and spent four days with his mom enjoying traditional camp activities alongside other families facing similar challenges.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Fifth Third Announces Neighborhood Investment Program to Transform Arlington Woods in Indianapolis

Fifth Third intends to commit up to $20 million in lending, investments and philanthropic support, including grants from the Fifth Third Foundation to JEWEL Human Services.

Health & Healthcare

New Research Finds Young People’s Positive Changes in Behaviour Are Significantly Linked To Watching Sex Edutainment Content by MTV Staying Alive Foundation

MTV Shuga has boosted uptake in new HIV prevention tools in South Africa and changed perceptions around gender-based violence in Nigeria.

Energy

National Grid Connects Renewables, Installs EV Charging Ports, as Part of Comprehensive Effort to Reduce Emissions

In a year since launching its Net Zero Plan, National Grid has made strides in its efforts to improve energy efficiency, integrate clean energy resources and reduce carbon emissions across the company’s footprint.

Diversity & Inclusion

Joan Aristei Finds Strength Through Diversity

Joan Aristei of Oportun discusses what valuing diversity truly looks like and how to build a best-in-class legal team.

Diversity & Inclusion

Truist Recognizes National Veterans and Military Families Month

Truist is honored to usher in the observance of National Veterans and Military Families Month in November.

Energy

The Edge of Energy Ep. 8: Taking on the Climate Crisis With a Renewed Energy

If we want to make a significant dent in the reduction of global warming a sharp pivot towards renewed energy sources is mandatory.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Two Dow Innovations Earn Coveted R&D 100 Awards

Two innovative technologies from Dow (NYSE: DOW) were recently recognized with R&D 100 Awards, a signature program of R&D Magazine designed to identify and celebrate the top 100 revolutionary technologies introduced during the past year.

Health & Healthcare

Top 7 Strategies for Aseptic Food Processing

Ensuring that shelf-stable food products are fit for human consumption is a complex process requiring exacting care of many factors.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

OMV Joins “Together for Sustainability” to Enhance Sustainability in Its Supply Chain

OMV announces that it has joined “Together for Sustainability” (TfS), a chemical industry initiative to assess and improve sustainability practices in the global supply chain.

Green Infrastructure

FedEx Fleet Electrification

The transition to an all-electric pickup and delivery fleet is in motion—see where we’re headed

Environment

Mondelēz International Commits to 2050 Net Zero Emissions Target

Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) announced this week it is committing to a 2050 target of net zero greenhouse gas emissions across its full value chain.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Entergy Provides Generators to NORD for Cooling Centers

At Entergy, safety is a core value for our employees and customers, which is why we have partnered with New Orleans Recreational Development to provide generators to its facilities while our crews continue to restore power in the New Orleans area.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Georgia-Pacific Earns Two 2021 AF&PA Sustainability Awards

The American Forest and Paper Association (AF&PA) awarded Georgia-Pacific two sustainability awards for how GP is increasing manufacturing efficiencies and the recyclability of our products through innovations across the recycling supply chain.

Innovation & Technology

Cisco Networking Academy Alumnus Malcolm Smith Shares His Story of Transformation

This blog was written by Malcolm Smith. Malcolm is a Network Engineer at Presidio, but the journey to his dream job was a challenging one that threw many obstacles in his way.

Diversity & Inclusion

Whirlpool Corporation's Global Inclusion Week Creates Sense of Belonging for 78,000 Employees Around the World for Third Straight Year

“Everyone knows the golden rule, which is to treat others the way you want to be treated. But then there’s the platinum rule, which is to treat others the way they want to be treated. That takes a whole new level of knowing a person.”

Research, Reports & Publications

Deckers Sets Science-Based Targets and Releases Its FY21 Creating Change Report

Deckers Brands announced it has set science-based targets to establish a path to reduce its emissions and released its Fiscal Year 2021 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Report, Creating Change.

Innovation & Technology

Intel AI Mentors Seek to Improve Astronaut Health

This summer, Frontier Development Lab (FDL) researchers conducted a landmark astronaut health study with Intel AI Mentors to better understand the physiological effects of radiation exposure on astronauts.

Latest Campaigns

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  2. 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...
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  5. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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  6. LATAM Growth
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  7. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  8. Community Impact
    Advancing our communities worldwide through philanthropic investments, partnerships, and employee volunteerism.
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    Document rapid interventions when crises strike: delivering therapeutic food, water, hygiene kits, and deploying mobile med
  10. Collaboration and Partnership
    Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...
  11. WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene)
    Highlight the essential role of clean water, sanitation, and hygiene in preventing disease and malnutrition. Content will link WASH to nutrition...
  12. EVP Campaign
    Driving awareness of DP World’s Employee Value Proposition across the Americas, showcasing the company’s purpose-driven mission, talent strategy, and...
  13. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
    At Franklin Templeton, we are proud of our commitment to communities where we live and work. Each year, we engage with hundreds of organizations...
  14. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  15. 2024 Sustainability Report
    Chemours chemistry enables products that people rely on to live better and thrive. Our world-class portfolio drives innovation and enables high...