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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Chevron, Fab Foundation and Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Collaborate to Launch a Fab Lab

Chevron Corporation announced a major financial contribution in support of two long-standing community partners, Fab Foundation and Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU)

Responsible Production & Consumption

Hershey's Palm Oil Scorecard

Hershey is committed to a traceable and sustainable palm oil supply chain with no deforestation, no peatland development and no exploitation of workers.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

CNH Industrial Has Launched MYshuttle!, a New “On Demand” Shuttle Service for Employees

In order to continue pursuing its sustainable mobility goals and to meet changing needs regarding home-work commuting, from 1 September CNH Industrial has made MYshuttle! available to employees of the North Turin District

Diversity & Inclusion

Why Board Diversity Matters

Dow’s board of directors is a visible reflection of our overall enterprise.

Events, Media & Communications

Bloomberg Green: The Sustainable Jobs Market - Featuring Harco Leertouwer, Acre

In collaboration with Bloomberg, our Director of Europe Harco Leertouwer took part in a recent interview to discuss the future of green jobs, the industries where opportunities are arising and the types of green skills companies are looking for.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Whirlpool Corporation Named to Forbes' 2021 List of 'World's Best Employers'

Whirlpool Corporation announced today it has been named to Forbes’ 2021 list of the “World’s Best Employers.” The list includes 750 companies worldwide and acknowledges each company’s dedication to make every individual feel at home within the four walls of the business.

Innovation & Technology

Reimagining Mapping to Predict and Recover from Flooding and Other Disasters

The demands for disaster forecast and preparation have become critically important. As a result, we have seen a rise in entrepreneurs and charities creating technologies to achieve better natural disaster preparedness, recovery, and resilience.

Environment

Sustainability Evolved: Adapting Your Business Strategy to an ESG Framework

In this post, we’ll offer practical advice about how to move from the dream of achieving a sustainable business to a clearer path towards enacting meaningful change and all the key interim steps, through the lens of rising ESG criteria.

Diversity & Inclusion

Hispanic Heritage Month Q&A: Small Businesses Paying it Forward in Their Communities

Jesse Iniguez, owner of “Back of the Yards Coffee” and a recipient of services from Comcast RISE, speaks as part of Comcast’s celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

$10,000 Awarded to Elementary School in Wisconsin for Virtual Financial Literacy Education

Jackson Charitable Foundation, a nonprofit with the mission to advance financial knowledge on a national scale, today announced Trinity Lutheran School in Campbellsport, WI as the winner of the 5th annual Cha-ChingTM Money Smart Kids Pledge Challenge.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

FedEx Express Aircraft Named in Honor of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Patient Kenzie

FedEx Express dedicated a Cessna Caravan to Kenzie, a 17-year-old patient at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®, on Thursday at TPC Southwind during the first day of play in the World Golf Championships-FedEx St. Jude Invitational.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Illumina Recognized As #20 on Fortune's Change the World List

Each year, Fortune Magazine publishes their ChangeTheWorld list to celebrate companies and leaders that embrace corporate purpose and have had a positive social impact

Health & Healthcare

Interns Help Facilitate Breast Cancer Conversations Among Young Black Women

Taylor McKay, a senior at Florida A&M University, always knew she wanted to become a surgeon. But it wasn’t until she did an internship with TOUCH: The Black Breast Cancer Alliance, that she decided to specialize in breast oncology.

Education

Rockwell Automation and Great Lakes Science Center Showcase Modern Manufacturing for MFG Day

Rockwell Automation and the Great Lakes Science Center hosted hundreds of Cleveland-area students from 10 schools Oct. 4 for MFG Day. The annual event inspires the next generation of creators and makers.

Events, Media & Communications

Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris 2021 Renews Commitments to Green Running, Diversity, Inclusion and Local Communities

Schneider Electric, recognized as the World’s Most Sustainable Corporation in 2021 by Corporate Knights, is back as the title sponsor of the Paris Marathon 2021, the world’s first 100% carbon neutral marathon.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Chevron, Fab Foundation and Fort Valley State University Collaborate to Launch a Fab Lab

Chevron Corporation announced a major financial contribution in support of two long-standing community partners, Fab Foundation and Fort Valley State University (FVSU), to create a digital fabrication lab for the middle Georgia community.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Community Investing: Tools for These Times

Investing in low-income communities struggling at the margins of the economy has been a pillar of SRI for more than half a century...here are new tools for these challenging days.

Research, Reports & Publications

New ESG Report Details How Medtronic Tackles Complex Health and Societal Challenges to Accelerate Healthcare Access, Advance Equity, and Protect the Planet

Medtronic, a global leader in healthcare technology, was founded with a mission designed to serve patients, healthcare partners, its employees, and its communities.

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet the Hispanic Leaders Driving Innovation from the Inside Out at Procter & Gamble

During Hispanic Heritage Month, P&G is highlighting some of our Hispanic and Latino employees who embody and advance our commitments to curiosity, compassion and creativity.

Diversity & Inclusion

Keysight Manufacturing Technician Celebrates Mexican Engineer Guillermo Gonzáles Camarena During Hispanic Heritage Month

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month 2021, Keysight Technologies employees share how Hispanic engineering contributions have inspired them in their careers. Here’s a look at who inspired manufacturing technician Fernando René Serrano Montes.

Green Infrastructure

The Ray Performs a Fleet Electrification Study, Using Geotab Provided Data to Plan for Electric Freight

The Ray announces a fleet electrification study with Geotab, Inc. to analyze the movement patterns of medium and heavy-duty freight vehicles on select American interstates and highways, to maximize for EVs.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Stellantis Women of Color Earn Recognition at Annual STEM Conference

Stellantis business leaders received honors for their career, technical and community achievements at the annual Women of Color STEM Conference, held virtually October 7-9.

Research, Reports & Publications

Medtronic Announces New ESG Targets in Its FY21 Integrated Performance Report and Unveils Refreshed Brand

“Our environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts, combined with the passion of our 90,000-plus employees, drive better outcomes for our world through a healthier society and healthier planet," said Geoff Martha, Chairman, and CEO, Medtronic.

Green Infrastructure

Yes, You Can Still Drive Your EV During a Power Outage

National Drive Electric Week is a good time for EV test driving and myth busting.

Green Infrastructure

Chevron, Delta Air Lines, and Google Announce Intent to Measure Sustainable Aviation Fuel Emissions Data, Increase Industry Transparency

Chevron will produce SAF test batch and sell SAF to Delta at LAX hub. Chevron and Delta will share results from SAF pilot with Google Cloud to better understand emissions reporting.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Fifth Third’s Neighborhood Program
    Fifth Third has a proven track record of success in community development through its neighborhood program, which creates and implements innovative...
  2. AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism
    AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...
  3. Communities and People
    Employees are our most valued resource and are at the center of everything we do. Their talent, diversity, and commitment are crucial to our...
  4. 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...
  5. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  6. Forests
    Managing our forests sustainably and protecting water, wildlife, and species at risk.
  7. KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service
    KeyBank Foundation helps build thriving communities by supporting organizations and programs that foster thriving students and a thriving workforce...
  8. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  9. Subaru Love Promise: Community
    Subaru is dedicated to supporting those who need it the most in our communities. From donating food to Feeding America, providing essential items to...
  10. IWBI | WELL Building Standard
    Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...
  11. Scotts Miracle-Gro | Environment Improvement
    Earth's beauty and resources should be appreciated now and preserved for generations to come. Discover the stewardship initiatives underway to protect...
  12. 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...
  13. 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...
  14. Investing in our Communities
    We invest in sustainable community outcomes that improve lives.
  15. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...