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Philanthropy

The Taco Bell Foundation Awards $8 Million in Live Más Scholarships to Empower Young People to Pursue Their Passions

There’s a new class of Live Más Scholars! The Taco Bell Foundation announced more than $8 million in scholarships to break down barriers to education for 772 passionate students looking to ignite change in their communities and across the country.

Events

Nonprofits Take Action: Apply by May 13 for Truist Foundation 2022 Inspire Awards Challenge

Truist Foundation is partnering with MIT Solve to host the 2022 Inspire Awards Challenge.

Events

Aileen Chou Enables Massive Milestones for Oportun

Aileen Chou’s wide breadth of responsibility includes expanding and better defining Oportun’s already strong corporate responsibility efforts.

Research & Reports

Tractor Supply Releases 'Stewards of Life Out Here' Sustainability Report, Sets New Water Conservation Goal for 2025

Tractor Supply Company (NYSE: TSCO), the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States recently released its Stewards of Life Out Here Sustainability Report, detailing aggressive plans to achieve ESG goals in its operations and in the communities the Company serves.

Events

Business Leaders to Make Urgent Call for Federal Clean Energy Investments at LEAD on Climate 2022

As Congress considers an ambitious climate package, more than 90 influential companies and investors are preparing to make the urgent economic case for robust federal investments

Corporate Responsibility

The Critical Role of the Responsibility Team at AllianceBernstein

Integrating ESG into the investment process can create a path to better outcomes, but the “how” matters. Watch this video to learn more about the important role that responsibility plays at AB.

AI & Technology

Spot the Robot Dog Helps Humans Inspect Nuclear Power Plant

Spot, the four-legged robot dog, purchased in 2021, is the newest inspector gadget to join Oconee and the company’s growing pack of robotic technology.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

What I Learned About Net Zero From a Recent #CiscoChat

Cisco recently hosted a #CiscoChat event that took a deeper look at net zero with the help of subject matter experts across the company.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Yum China Launches First KFC Green Pioneer Stores in Hangzhou and Beijing

Yum China Holdings, Inc. today announced the launch of KFC’s first Green Pioneer Stores in Hangzhou and Beijing, aiming to further integrate innovative solutions for building net-zero restaurants in the future.

Awards & Rankings

The Home Depot Wins 2022 ENERGY STAR Retail Partner of the Year for Sustained Excellence

For the 11th time, The Home Depot® has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy for its partnership with ENERGY STAR.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Closing the Representation Gap in Schools, One Black Male Teacher at a Time

The deficit of Black male teachers in the United States is profound. According to the U.S. Department of Education, Black men comprise just 2% of all teachers. The Man the Bay fellowship offers a multi-pronged solution.

Philanthropy

'A Lasting Legacy' Habitat For Humanity and Whirlpool Corporation Collaborate for Milestone Home 50 Build

Habitat for Humanity of Findlay/Hancock County and Whirlpool Corp. Findlay Operations are continuing a two decade legacy by teaming up to build the milestone 50th Habitat home in Findlay/Hancock County.

Philanthropy

Georgia-Pacific Foundation Invests $10,000 in Angelina College's Technology and Workforce Development Program

Angelina College and Georgia-Pacific are teaming up to build the workforce of the future in manufacturing.

Health & Healthcare

Through Thick and Thin, Boston Scientific Makes Mental Well-Being a Priority

At the onset of the pandemic, as employees around the globe wrestled with disrupted schedules and increased caregiving responsibilities, Boston Scientific relied on what it was hearing from employees to fully understand their needs.

Research & Reports

The Case for ESG and Responsible, Sustainable Investing: New Fifth Third Bank White Paper Resource for Institutional and Retail Investors

Fifth Third Bank is releasing an in-depth and informative white paper called The Case for ESG and Responsible, Sustainable Investing.

Corporate Responsibility

Minera El Abra Provides Support for Local Seafood Market

A new esplanade constructed with financial support from Minera El Abra will help provide economic opportunity in the El Loa Province in northern Chile.

Philanthropy

New 'Star Wars' Hospitalwear Unveiled on ABC's 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

Disney, Lucasfilm and Starlight Children’s Foundation® To Distribute ‘Star Wars’-Themed Hospitalwear to Children’s Hospitals Around the Country

Philanthropy

SCE Supports Affordable Housing Through Habitat LA

Cynthia E., her husband Valdemar C. and their two children never thought their dream of owning a home would become a reality because of the rising cost of living in their Long Beach community.

AI & Technology

Update: AMD 30x25 Energy Efficiency Goal in High-Performance Computing and AI-Training

As more and more devices become “smart devices” containing embedded processors with internet connectivity and often cameras, the explosion of data creation continues at an exponential pace.

Awards & Rankings

CNH Industrial Brazil Once Again Receives the Great Place to Work Certification

CNH Industrial has been recognized, once again, as one of the best companies to work for in Brazil. The company was again awarded the Great Place to Work (GTPW) seal.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Finding Opportunity in Every Experience: an Interview With Senthil Pichandi

As a mentor to the next generation of leaders, Senthil Pichandi reinforces the importance of celebrating what makes us unique and taking the time to teach and learn about others to create a more inclusive and equitable world.

Health & Healthcare

Planning Ahead: National Hurricane Preparedness Week Is May 1-7, 2022

From our friends at the Red Cross, here are five steps you can take to get your household ready now to help protect you and your loved ones.

Volunteering & Community

YouGiveGoods Announces New President

YouGiveGoods announces that Teddy Frain has been named President of the company. Mr. Frain will guide the company that pioneered the e-commerce for charitable giving platform over ten years ago into its second decade.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

From Scrap Plastic to Fantastic: Enbridge Gas Workers Rethink Waste

What comes to mind when you see a plastic Muskoka chair?

If you’re Tom Canellos or Graham Waller, you’re reminded of an opportunity to improve the environment and create value from waste.

Awards & Rankings

Pentair Earns 2022 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence Award

Pentair, a leading provider of water treatment and sustainable solutions, is proud to announce it received the 2022 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year

Latest Campaigns

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...

KeyBank: Responsible Banking

Everyone’s financial journey is different. We make intentional efforts to meet the individual needs of clients and communities through a diverse range...

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...

Greener Products and Solutions

We actively integrate sustainability into the product development process and look at all phases of the product life cycle for opportunities to...

Special Economic Zones

Driving awareness of Special Economic Zones.

Integrated Tools

Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...

Kingfisher Around the World

The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...

Wells Fargo Social Impact and Sustainability

Wells Fargo & Company is a leading financial services company that has approximately $1.9 trillion in assets and proudly serves one in three U.S...

Small Business Growth

We strengthen communities and help create local jobs by investing in underserved small business owners. We fund nonprofits that are focused on...

PSEG Environmental Stewardship

PSEG’s environmental stewardship is evident in programs and strategies that reflect our commitment to clean air, clean water and waste management...