Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Social media feeds fill with news of forever chemicals. Apps abound that allow us to assess a product’s “health impact” score. Meanwhile, we still want nutritious options that are best for our bodies and health.

How We’re Building a Cleaner, More Efficient Energy Supply | Cisco FY25 Purpose Report

Apr 29, 2026 8:05 AM ET

Energy

Cisco has long believed that sustainability action can spur innovation and build a more resilient energy supply.

Redefining the Human Experience With Intelligent Computing

Apr 28, 2026 1:05 PM ET

Innovation & Technology

Think of AI like coffee. You don’t walk into a café and ask for “a beverage brewed from roasted beans” — that’s assumed. You order the experience. Latte, half-pump vanilla, extra shot against a soundtrack of acoustic 90s alternative.

Mi Casa Es Su Casa

Apr 28, 2026 10:45 AM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

A first-of-its-kind home for adults with disabilities has opened in Miami – with support from Truist – bringing purpose to life and expanding what’s possible in care.

Multiple Eco-Certifications for 2026 LG TVs Demonstrate Sustainability Progress

Apr 28, 2026 9:30 AM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Global consumer electronics innovator LG Electronics has earned multiple globally recognized eco-certifications for its 2026 TV lineup, underscoring the company’s sustainability efforts across the full product lifecycle, from manufacturing and distribution to end-of-life

Mastercard: In Los Angeles, Luxury Retail’s Second — and More Sustainable — Act

Apr 28, 2026 8:30 AM ET

Responsible Production & Consumption

At first glance, The Way We Wore could be mistaken for an ordinary Los Angeles secondhand store with a warehouse vibe. Huge windows cast warm light onto cement floors and racks hung with an eclectic mix of clothing and accessories.

Medtronic Launches Adaptive Deep Brain Stimulation System for Parkinson’s Patients in India

Apr 27, 2026 4:25 PM ET

Health & Healthcare

Adaptive deep brain stimulation (aDBS) is designed to automatically adjust therapy based on changes in brain signals or patient activity.

3M™ PELTOR™ Headsets Used on NASA’s Artemis II Mission to the Moon

Apr 27, 2026 10:10 AM ET

Innovation & Technology

As a part of NASA’s Artemis II mission, the crew of the Orion capsule are using 3M™ PELTOR™ ComTac™ VI Tactical Headsets for communication. Artemis II is NASA’s first crewed mission of the Artemis program which sent four astronauts on a lunar flyby.

These Middle Schoolers Built a Mini Economy Inspired by Ancient Rome

Apr 23, 2026 2:10 PM ET

Education

Lani Reeder’s students were working on an entrepreneurial lesson about marketplaces in ancient Rome when they had a bolt of inspiration. “The kids started asking questions: Do we still do this today, in modern times?

Delivering Impact Where It Counts, With Futurpreneur

Apr 23, 2026 11:00 AM ET

Education

When young entrepreneurs have the right support at the right time, ideas turn into businesses. That belief underpins the collaboration between FedEx and Futurpreneur

Recent Alerts

"For Generations to Come" with family in a garden

For Generations To Come: Ancestry Publishes 2025 Impact Report

Alerts

Research, Reports & Publications

Report: Baker Hughes Achieves 36.9% Absolute Reduction in Operational Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Baker Hughes Energy Services LLC

Research, Reports & Publications

"Time for Impact" with image of an hourglass

It’s Time for Impact – a Call for Action by CDL in Its 19th Integrated Sustainability Report 2026 – Future-Proofing Planet, People and Prosperity

City Developments Limited

Research, Reports & Publications

Cencora Releases Fiscal Year 2025 Corporate Responsibility Report, Marking 10 Years of Purpose in Action

Cencora

Research, Reports & Publications

Education

FOX Sports University Gives College Students Immersive Experience in Sports Marketing

Mar 29, 2016 11:00 AM ET

In spring 2015, FOX Sports partnered with Seton Hall University for the FOX Sports University program, a unique initiative that gives college students the chance to gain hands-on experience in the sports industry. The program pairs teams of students with FOX Sports executives to work on a real-world challenge facing the business. The initiative is part of 21st Century Fox's broad commitment to support new education pathways and create avenues into the industry.

Research, Reports & Publications

Second SASB Partner Report

Mar 29, 2016 10:35 AM ET

CSRHub has just released The SASS (Sustainable Accounting Standings Series) Apparel, Accessories and Footwear Industry Report.

Diversity & Inclusion

#WomensHistoryMonth at Cox Enterprises: Get to Know Janice Roberts

Mar 29, 2016 10:30 AM ET

In celebration of Women's History Month, female leaders from across Cox Enterprises are sharing insights from their experience throughout the month of March. Janice Roberts is Cox Communications' senior vice president of field services.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Our Behavior In Focus: “The Ethics and Compliance Academy”

Mar 29, 2016 10:00 AM ET

Our values dictate how we behave and guide the decisions we make. Our Global Ethics and Compliance team play a major role in embedding a values-based culture by providing tools to establish robust internal controls and create an ethical culture where people feel comfortable raising concerns

Social Impact & Volunteering

Marcone Aids Heroes Restoring Power and Water to Flood Victims

Mar 29, 2016 10:00 AM ET

During the recent Missouri River flooding throughout the Midwest, Marcone, a St. Louis-based organization, supplied the National Guard with over 300,000 dollars in technology to ensure sustained communications while crews worked to service devastated areas.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

EPA Recognizes CBRE with 2016 Energy Star Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award

Mar 29, 2016 9:05 AM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Top 7 Sustainability Challenges in 2016

Mar 29, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Each year, the Network for Business Sustainability (NBS) outlines annual Sustainability Challenges based from a group of select business leaders. This year's report, Business Challenges for Sustainability, synthesizes the top seven sustainability issues facing business in 2016.

Health & Healthcare

LIVESTRONG Fertility: Know Your Options

Mar 29, 2016 8:00 AM ET

LIVESTRONG Fertility is dedicated to providing educational information and access to resources that support cancer patients and survivors whose cancer and its treatment present risks to their fertility.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Last Call for Public Social Media Votes to Determine the “Community Choice Winner” in Samsung’s $2M* Solve for Tomorrow Contest

Mar 28, 2016 6:30 PM ET

Only five days are left to cast a vote for one of the National Winners in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow contest. Fifteen public schools across the country are competing for a piece of the $2 million* grand prize.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Walmart Launches “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” Campaign, Encouraging the Public to Take Action Against Hunger in Three Simple Ways

Mar 28, 2016 6:20 PM ET

Today, Walmart launches its “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign, a nationwide initiative encouraging the public to join the fight against hunger.

Responsible Production & Consumption

World’s First Social Experiment in Renewability Says Renewable Living Is the Key to Happiness

Mar 28, 2016 5:00 PM ET

We’re constantly bombarded with messages about what makes for a happy life: advertisers and brands tell us it comes from owning and consuming their products.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Meet EcoPlanet Bamboo: the Apple Computer of Timber

Mar 28, 2016 4:05 PM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

VSP Global’s Eyes of Hope Celebrates Helping 1 Million Adults and Children In Need See, Commits to Reaching “A Million More” by 2020

Mar 28, 2016 4:00 PM ET

Today, VSP Global® announced that 1 million adults and children in need have received no-cost eye exams and glasses through Eyes of Hope, the company’s initiative to increase access to eye care and eyewear where it’s needed most. Since 1997, VSP Global businesses have invested nearly $175 million in products and services for people disadvantaged by income, natural disaster or distance to care.

Innovation & Technology

From B.U.M to Bamboo

Mar 28, 2016 3:55 PM ET

Education

Incarnate Word Academy Student Receives Scholarship from CITGO Petroleum Corporation

Mar 28, 2016 3:45 PM ET

CITGO Petroleum Corporation offered an Incarnate Word Academy (IWA) student a partial scholarship to attend the college preparatory school as part of its sponsorship of the 145th IWA Annual Gala. Funds raised from the gala are not only financing critical tuition assistance, but also help sustain IWA’s Educational Initiatives Fund, which supports enriched academic and athletic programs, facility and technology enhancements and professional development resources for teachers and other faculty members.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

U.S. Amgen Scholars Alumni Travel Award Cycle Opens

Mar 28, 2016 3:30 PM ET

The Amgen Scholars Global Program Office is now accepting applications for Spring 2016 U.S. Alumni Travel Awards. The deadline for application submission is April 15, 2016.

Research, Reports & Publications

Caterpillar Sustainability Principles

Mar 28, 2016 3:15 PM ET

In 2012, Caterpillar launched three sustainability principles used to drive our commitment to make sustainable progress possible – preventing waste, improving quality and developing better systems.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Measuring and Tracking Compliance Vital to Arrow Electronics' CSR Program

Mar 28, 2016 3:10 PM ET

At Arrow Electronics, we measure and track compliance with numerous quality and regulatory standards at our 46 warehouse and processing locations.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Igniting Employee Passion for Your Organization’s Mission

Mar 28, 2016 2:55 PM ET

More and more, employees want to know how the work they do every day matters. They are seeking purpose in their jobs and are looking to their employers to provide it. As an employer how do you ensure your employees are truly excited and passionate about your organization’s mission? This question is increasingly on the minds of business leaders, particularly in a world where employees are busier than ever and changing jobs more frequently.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Boeing Recognized by EPA for Conservation Efforts

Mar 28, 2016 2:05 PM ET

Boeing [NYSE: BA] will be recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) with a 2016 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award for the company’s continued leadership in protecting the environment through superior energy efficiency. Boeing will receive the award April 13 in Washington, D.C. This is the sixth consecutive year Boeing has been recognized by ENERGY STAR.

Social Impact & Volunteering

We Asked, and You Took Action for Cancer Survivors. Thank You!

Mar 28, 2016 1:45 PM ET

Thanks to your engagement, 27 members of Congress signed a letter calling for cancer survivor services to be a priority in the FY 2017 federal budget.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Cage-Free Eggs May Be Golden Goose for Retail Profits

Mar 28, 2016 12:40 PM ET

U.S. retailers adopting cage-free eggs sooner rather than later could gain a profit advantage over competitors.

Retailers, including Albertsons Cos., Kroger Co. and CVS Health Corp., announced plans this month to convert to 100 percent cage-free eggs in the next decade, amid a push from consumers and shareholders at U.S. firms.

Energy

GM’s Energy Stars: A Five-Pronged Approach to Advancing Energy Efficiency

Mar 28, 2016 12:15 PM ET

General Motors earned its fifth consecutive U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year award for leadership in protecting the environment through superior energy efficiency. With this five-star rating, we’re reflecting on the key groups that help our energy conservation achievements shine brighter every year.

Environment