Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Socially Responsible Investing

Setting Up Shop: Introducing Strive USA

Mastercard’s global small business initiative opens its doors for the first time in the U.S. to support 5 million businesses over the next 5 years

Philanthropy

Green Mountain Energy Sun Club Awards IDEA Public Schools Grant To Grow Farm Program

IDEA Public Schools will soon begin construction on a hydroponic farm and outdoor classroom at IDEA Achieve Academy and College Preparatory in Haltom City, Texas. The new facility is made possible thanks to a grant of more than $178,000 from Green Mountain Energy Sun Club.

Philanthropy

New Holland Construction Supports 7th Urban Art Circuit in Belo Horizonte, Brazil

This September, New Holland Construction, a CNH Industrial brand, is supporting the 7th edition of Urban Art Circuit (CURA) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.

Research & Reports

Paychex Releases 2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report

Paychex, Inc. announced the release of its 2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report.

Research & Reports

Purpose 360: Purpose Under Pressure

The pandemic has given us a lot to think about. Employees are rearranging their priorities to pursue greater meaning (and values-alignment) in their work, placing significant new demands on their employers.

Environment

Focusing on Ethical and Sustainable Food Systems at Clemson University

Aramark took part in a series of events recently at Clemson University that brought together top researchers to focus on increasing healthy options, minimizing harm to the environment, and making ethical, local sourcing a top priority.

AI & Technology

Takeaways from Climate Week To Design for a More Sustainable Future

I’m more convinced than ever that we have a diminishing window of time to address the water and climate crisis, but it cannot happen without a new level of cooperation across stakeholders to push innovation. Kohler is up to the challenge!

Energy & Infrastructure

Climate Innovation Forum's Drive for Net Zero Action Not Ambition

The sustainability lens was sharpened at the Climate Innovation Forum to focus wholly on the transition between technology, finance, regulation and government, as part of London Climate Action Week (LCAW).

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Worker Empowerment in Our Supply Chain

To track, manage and reduce social and labor impacts across our supply chain, we joined the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) in FY2020.

Energy & Infrastructure

Canada Has the Potential To Lead the Global Energy Transition

Simply put, Canada’s bounty of natural gas—which is among the world’s cleanest—could be turned into liquified natural gas for export, which would go a long way towards displacing dirtier fuels such as coal.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Hispanic Heritage Month Business Spotlight: Back of the Yards Coffee

This Hispanic Heritage Month, FedEx celebrates Chicago-based Back of the Yards Coffee – a Latinx- and woman-owned coffee roaster founded in 2016 by Mayra Hernandez and Jesse Iniguez.

Philanthropy

Walmart Committed to Fighting Hunger Year-Round Through Fight Hunger. Spark Change.

To commemorate Hunger Action Month, we’re celebrating that we raised nearly $20 million this year to support Feeding America food banks through Walmart and Sam's Club Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign.

Environment

Podcast: Ericsson's Mats Scharp on Net Zero Strategy and Sustainability in ICT

Mats Pellback Scharp, Global Head of Sustainability at Ericsson, discusses the holistic aspects involved in strategizing what the ICT industry and Ericsson are doing to achieve a net zero carbon footprint in this compelling podcast.

Corporate Responsibility

Tips for Managing a Multigenerational, Post-Pandemic Workforce

Check out Alkermes’ Steve Schiavo, SVP of HR, in this BioSpace article discussing how to best support a multigenerational workforce

Corporate Responsibility

HGA Minneapolis and Sacramento Achieve WELL Health-Safety Rating

The WELL Health-Safety Rating is informed by the WELL Building Standard and includes guidelines for health, safety, and well-being of building occupants. 

Energy & Infrastructure

Europe Energy Crisis Varied Impacts Across Countries

The global energy market has been in upheaval for years, and Europe is facing a crisis. Many governments are prioritizing the individual to safeguard people and families against the enormously rising price of energy impacting everyday living.

Health & Healthcare

Food Security Is the Missing Link in Managing Chronic Conditions

Many Americans struggle with chronic conditions. The CDC estimates six in 10 US adults have a chronic disease, and four in 10 have two or more.

Energy & Infrastructure

National Grid Renewables Pledges Over $1 Million Charitable Giving to Ohio Communities

Today, National Grid Renewables announced its pledge to donate over $1 million to the Ohio communities of Ross and Pickaway Counties through its 274 megawatt

Philanthropy

Observing National Preparedness Month With Operation Blessing and The Home Depot

September is National Preparedness Month. Established by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Ready.gov, this is a time to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for emergencies that may happen at any time.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

The Calavo Way: Waste and Water

Calavo seeks to minimize pollution to land, water and air because we understand that responsibly managing our waste streams is important to our business and to the communities in which we operate.

Environment

Climate Talks - Episode 03: Waste Not

What if everything you bought—from your phone to your clothes to your dining room table—was made to be infinitely repaired and remade? Circularity is the essence of nature: resources like water and energy are passed from one organism to the next.

Events

CGF Announces New Members for September 2022

The Consumer Goods Forum is delighted to announce the following new companies have joined our global membership community and, in doing so, have confirmed their commitment to our vision of better lives through better business.

Awards & Rankings

Cummins Plant Wins State Honor for Environmental Excellence

Global power leader Cummins Inc.'s Columbus Mid-Range Engine Plant has received a 2022 Indiana governor’s environmental excellence award for a project reducing volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions by eliminating the plant’s painting operation.

Corporate Responsibility

Boeing Takes New Role To Help Cut Aviation Emissions Faster

Boeing [NYSE: BA] will represent the aviation sector in a global alliance, jointly established by the US Government and World Economic Forum to accelerate clean technologies and reduce carbon emissions.

Latest Campaigns

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Truist Championship

The Truist Championship has been an official PGA TOUR event since 2003, contested annually at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina. One of...

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...

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...