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Environment

Kimberly-Clark's Manufacturing Facility in Spain Reduces Direct Carbon Emissions by 40%

At Kimberly-Clark's Salamanca manufacturing facility in western Spain, the recent installation of a biomass boiler will lower natural gas consumption at the facility by 40% and reduce direct carbon emissions by 40%

Research & Reports

Our Journey to Better

When we look back on the year 2020, not only are we going to remember it for the extraordinary events that took place, but also because it was a pivotal turning point for corporate action.

Philanthropy

Better Libraries, Better Communities: IWBI's Jason Hartke Sits Down With U.S. Sen. Jack Reed

Through policy and partnership, IWBI has supported priority sectors, such as schools, senior and assisted living facilities, public sector buildings and affordable housing, where health and well-being strategies and features found in the WELL Building Standard (WELL) can reach and benefit those most in need. Libraries are one of those priority sectors.

AI & Technology

Thinkabit Lab Inventions: COVID-19 Response - Part 1

In 2020, everyday life was suddenly impacted by COVID-19. Students, naturally observant, were drawn to the pandemic-related problems and inspired to invent relevant and highly valued solutions.

Philanthropy

LA Kings Raise More Than $150,000 for Hydrocephalus Association and Kings Care Foundation at Annual LA Kings 5K in Redondo Beach, Calif.

AEG’s LA Kings recently raised more than $150,000 for the Kings Care Foundation and the Hydrocephalus Association, an organization dedicated to providing support and education to individuals, families and medical professionals dealing with the complex issue of hydrocephalus – a neurological condition that affects over 1 million Americans, at the annual LA Kings 5K on Sept. 18.

Energy & Infrastructure

Ørsted and Williams Join Forces to Explore Clean Energy Opportunities in the US

As part of this agreement, the parties are exploring a large-scale wind energy, electrolysis, and synthetic gas-via-methanation co-development in western Wyoming where Williams owns significant land area and natural gas infrastructure.

Events

Join Us at the Future of Climate Action Event

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Australian Cadbury Dairy Milk Blocks to Be Available in Recycled Soft Plastic Packaging

Cadbury’s owner US firm Mondelez International said it had sourced the equivalent of 30% of the plastic needed to wrap the brand’s famous blocks from recycled sources.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Oportun Extends a $2 Million Low-Interest Loan to Help Other Community Development Financial Institutions Advance Financial Inclusion

Oportun Financial Corporation announced it is extending a $2 million low-interest loan to the Opportunity Finance Network, used to make loans to other Community Development Financial Institutions serving low- and moderate-income communities.

Corporate Responsibility

New Trades Training Facility in Orlando Expands Path to Pro Program

The Home Depot Foundation’s nonprofit partner, The Home Builders Institute (HBI), has announced the official opening of its new Orlando-based facility for training people for jobs in construction

Corporate Responsibility

Room to Breathe: Industrial Projects and Communities Are Challenged to Coexist

"That has caused some to go back to the drawing board, while others realize the current operational footprint near an EJ or sensitive community may not be sustainable,” says Sara Mochrie, vice president and environment market director, energy at design firm WSP USA.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Improving Our Workflow: Georgia-Pacific Mill Reduces Water Use by 40% in 10 Weeks

“This project showed the possibilities of what you could do with the water that you already have and not having to add fresh water to it. I believe we can reduce it even more,” he says.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Leveling up Girl's Tech Skills Today to Become Tomorrow's Leaders

Want to change the world? The tech world, that is. Support the skills and interests of middle and high school girls!

AI & Technology

ArcelorMittal for a Sustainable Future with Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric helps ArcelorMittal modernize its electrical installation in a sustainable way while improving safety, energy efficiency, and productivity.

Energy & Infrastructure

Introducing the Porter Novelli Focus: Business Action for Climate Crisis

Today, we launch the fourth installment in Porter Novelli’s Focus series that explores American perceptions on business responsibility to solve for the climate crisis – and how individuals are willing to support companies that lead with action.

AI & Technology

Cummins Accelerates Work on Hydrogen-Fueled Internal Combustion Engines

Based on next generation platforms, the goal for the new hydrogen engines is to achieve zero carbon emissions, and enhanced power density and improved thermal efficiency.

Corporate Responsibility

Pandemic Raises Stakes for Success of the SDGs

In this Decade of Action for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we hear much about how organizations, countries and individuals are stepping up their efforts to achieve the 2030 Agenda.

Environment

Fifth Third Appoints Michele Mullins Climate Risk Officer; Role Reflects Bank's Commitment to Managing Climate Change Risk

Her responsibilities include benchmarking with peer firms and ensuring Fifth Third remains aligned with industry trends, including the Bank’s efforts around publishing the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures report.

Corporate Responsibility

Dana Lowell to Lead Zero Emissions for Transit and Rail at WSP USA

Furthering its commitment to help U.S. transportation clients achieve and surpass their emissions and sustainability goals, WSP USA welcomes Dana Lowell to the firm as its zero emission senior technical advisor.

AI & Technology

Zero-Energy Devices - A New Opportunity in 6G

Awards & Rankings

Albertsons Companies Awarded EPA Safer Choice Partner of the Year for the Fourth Time

Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE: ACI) received the Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the company’s efforts to provide products that use safer chemicals.

Education & Workforce Development

CNH Industrial Hosts Virtual Back-To-School Supply Drive

As children across the United States head back to learning, CNH Industrial hosted a virtual back-to-school supply drive to help students in its communities.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Bold Chances, Brave Changes

Gabriel Ogama is a “yes” man, in the best way possible. He’s always up for a new challenge, ready to see where it takes him. So far, it’s taken him to a new country, a new hobby (or 10!), and a new career—and we think he’s just getting started.

Corporate Responsibility

Black & Veatch 2021 Megatrends Report Illuminates Growing Importance, Complementary Nature of Electrification, Decarbonization

Climate change no longer is a nebulous concept, as communities around the globe experience the devastating effects of rising temperatures and increasingly extreme weather events.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Arrow Electronics Expands Resources for the Disabled Community Through No Barriers Summit Sponsorship

Arrow Electronics sponsored the 2021 No Barriers Summit, a celebration of accessibility, inclusion and empowerment, held virtually and in-person Aug. 28-30 in Keystone, Colo

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Cascale Governance

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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...