Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Honoring the 2021 Top 50 Corporate Social Responsibility at the National Diversity & Leadership Conference

DiversityFirstTM will be hosting the 17th Annual National Diversity and Leadership Conference on April 21-22 and April 28-29, 2021.

Research, Reports & Publications

Stanley Black & Decker Releases First Consolidated ESG Report, “A Force for Good”

The newly released report serves as a comprehensive resource to highlight all aspects of the company’s sustainability and societal efforts, with an emphasis on ethics and inclusion, as well as clear governance practices.

Research, Reports & Publications

Carbon Positive Operations and Impacting More Than 500 Million People by 2030, Stanley Black & Decker's Progress Highlighted in New Consolidated ESG Report

Building on the company’s efforts to provide further transparency and disclosure of its ESG data, Stanley Black & Decker released its first consolidated Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) report, “A Force for Good.”

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Inside Gildan's San Antonio Sewing Factory for Fashion Revolution Week

For the fifth year in a row, Gildan is participating in the #WhoMadeMyClothes campaign for Fashion Revolution Week. This year, Gildan is introducing curious customers to one of its Production Supervisors in Honduras, Milenny Sosa, with behind-the-scenes footage.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Supporting Local Vaccination Efforts: CNH Industrial Employees Volunteer With Team Rubicon

CNH Industrial employees have been supporting Team Rubicon’s vaccination operations in the Chicago area over the past couple of weeks.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Stacking Hands and Keeping Texas Strong

Recovery from Winter Storm Uri continues across Texas, with many still facing food and water insecurity as well as damages to housing and property. Since February, we have joined our neighbors and partners to provide relief.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Gilead Presents: Episode 1 - Defining Possible

In a year defined by chaos, teams across Gilead raced against time and pushed through obstacles to help advance a potential treatment to patients early in the COVID-19 pandemic.

Innovation & Technology

Technology in the Field: Drones Revolutionize Farmer's Lives

Health & Healthcare

Health and Nutrition Remains Important Now More Than Ever

Good nutrition is about more than just having enough food to eat – Herbalife Nutrition Foundation’s Casa programs provide children and families with the nourishment, care, and education they need to thrive today and spread their wings tomorrow.

Research, Reports & Publications

Could a Tweet Turn the Tide on ESG Reporting?

In the world of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) matters, one picture this week has been worth plenty of words.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

About Oportun: Affordable Loans and Financial Services to Help Through Life's Ups and Downs

Oportun's mission is to provide inclusive and affordable financial services to the estimated 100 million people in the U.S. who are locked out of the financial mainstream...

Responsible Production & Consumption

On Earth Day, LG Reaffirms 'Zero Carbon 2030' Pledge

Commemorating Earth Day 2021, LG Electronics USA is reaffirming its Zero Carbon 2030 pledge to achieve net-zero carbon emissions, while promoting a sustainable lifestyle, greener products and a circular economy.

Media & Communications

On Corporate Risk Strategy, Sustainable Actions & Outcomes - What's the Best Ways to Report on ESG to Stakeholders?

The current buzz among key stakeholders is centered on “Quo Vadis”…where do we go from here!

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whole Cities Foundation Awards 12 Newark Fresh, Healthy Food Access Grants up to $15,000 Each to Advance Local Food System

Whole Cities Foundation, a nonprofit broadening community access to fresh food and nutrition education, announced today that 12 locally led nonprofit organizations in Newark have been awarded up to $15,000 each through the annual Newark Fresh, Healthy Food Access Grant.

Health & Healthcare

This Alcohol Awareness Month, Reevaluate Your Relationship With Alcohol

Many people have experienced a number of pandemic-related consequences. And for some, COVID-19 has also driven a concerning increase in alcohol consumption.

Environment

Bloomberg Bees Take Flight

Bloomberg is about to take thousands of bees under its wing. We’re proud to take part in the movement for more eco-conscious cities by expanding our bee program

Innovation & Technology

Imaging Technology on Mars Breaks New Ground

While the rest of the world continues to talk about autonomous vehicles, NASA recently landed one on another planet! On February 18th, 2021, the Mars 2020 mission delivered the Perseverance rover safely to the planet’s surface.

Environment

Serving As Ambassadors of Sustainability

Within the mass timber industry, we are selling adhesives that are not only instrumental in building construction, but are also changing the way we live, work and care for the planet.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Making a Difference: One Company's Mission to Put Sustainability at the Heart of All It Does

European Pharmaceutical Manufacturer speaks to a leading life science company to learn about its initiative to implement a sustainability framework across its entire R&D network.

Environment

Addressing the Climate Crisis and Reducing Our Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions

We own and operate several on-site solar generating systems in San Diego and Bangalore, which are helping us achieve our GHG goal.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Sands Academy: United in our Global Mission to Help Team Members Achieve Their Goals

Sands Academy, our global development and mentorship program, operates under a unified global charter to support the career development goals of our Team Members worldwide, improving our business through building a stronger, more knowledgeable workforce.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Meeting Our 2050 Targets Through Innovation

As a company, Enbridge has committed to company-wide, net-zero emissions by 2050. Through initiatives like solar self-power, infrastructure modernization and exploration of greener fuels, “the 2050 target is absolutely doable with the right roadmap.”

Diversity & Inclusion

Brands Address Equity Gap for Black Business Owners and Entrepreneurs

There is an equity gap for Black entrepreneurs and business owners in the business world today Today, we explore how three companies are launching initiatives to build racial equity and close that gap.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Honoring the 2021 Top 50 Leaders in Entertainment at the National Diversity & Leadership Conference

The National Diversity Council will be hosting the 17th Annual National Diversity and Leadership Conference on April 21-22 and April 28-29, 2021. The conference will be held virtually with this year’s theme being “Be a Changemaker”.

Education

Helping Schools in Houston Create Outdoor Learning Spaces

To support local communities, the Republic Services Charitable Foundation leads initiatives to support our neighborhoods. Launched in 2018, the National Neighborhood Promise® program provides funding opportunities to select nonprofit organizations.

Latest Campaigns

  1. 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...
  2. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
    The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.
  3. KeyBank's Community Investment
    In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...
  4. 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...
  5. Aflac Insights
    Learn more about Aflac’s survey findings to better understand workplace trends as well as consumer attitudes, habits and opinions toward health and...
  6. Technology for Good
    We believe that technology, when thoughtfully and strategically applied, can bring positive, lasting change to people’s lives and communities and...
  7. EVP Campaign
    Driving awareness of DP World’s Employee Value Proposition across the Americas, showcasing the company’s purpose-driven mission, talent strategy, and...
  8. Aflac Voices
    Hear from Aflac’s senior leaders and subject matter experts about industry trends and more.
  9. Plastics Footprint
    We aspire to be a leader in driving innovative solutions that address the problem of plastic pollution and enable a circular economy. We are committed...
  10. Accelerating access to healthcare technology
    We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...
  11. Health & Nutrition
    Be the leading nutritious and sustainable product development partner for our customers, developing industry leading solutions that enable the...
  12. Sustainability by Antea Group
    At Antea Group, we believe the best sustainability programs integrate sustainability into core business practices, we identify and act on relevant...
  13. 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...
  14. Made to Move Communities
    About the Made to Move Communities program Launched in 2020, the Made to Move Communities program engages young minds to explore real-world...
  15. Cascale Events
    Cascale organizes and participates in a series of events, leveraging its position as a global convener of close to half the sector to bring together...