Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Environment

Fluid Foundations: How Brian Faist's Career Helping the Environment Started With a Prank Gone Horribly Wrong

Jul 29, 2021 4:00 PM ET

Even though Brian Faist was raised with a fundamental appreciation for the importance of sustainability, it wasn’t something he necessarily planned on turning into a career.

Research, Reports & Publications

ESG Goals at Enbridge

Jul 29, 2021 3:05 PM ET

Sustainable Development Goals

Speaking of Sustainability: Scott Schweiger

Jul 29, 2021 3:00 PM ET

In this episode of Speaking of Sustainability, Owens Corning scientist Scott Schweiger talks about how sustainability goals drive better innovation.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Helios Technologies Furthers ESG Program with Giving Initiative

Jul 29, 2021 2:55 PM ET

Helios Technologies (Nasdaq: HLIO) (“Helios” or the “Company”) today announced the launch of a workplace philanthropy initiative in partnership with America’s Charities, a leader in workplace giving and employee engagement.

Social Impact & Volunteering

CSR and Corporate Citizenship Recognition Awards

Jul 29, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Have an awesome CSR or Corporate Citizenship program you want people to know about? Look no further! RW compiled a list of CSR and Corporate Citizenship Awards you might want to consider applying for. Check them out here!

Research, Reports & Publications

What H.R. 1187 Could Mean for ESG Disclosures

Jul 29, 2021 1:00 PM ET

A bill that narrowly won approval in the U.S. House of Representatives could become the country’s most comprehensive environmental, social, and governance (ESG) disclosure requirements ever, with specific reporting expectations on climate risks, political spending, CEO pay, and taxation rates.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Rockwell Automation's Jake Thatcher Offers Steps to Increase Plant Safety

Jul 29, 2021 12:45 PM ET

Job one for plant operators is keeping employees safe. Beyond incalculable human costs, workplace accidents can compromise a company’s safety record and lead to Occupational Safety and Health Administration reporting.

Education

Inspiring Students to Tackle Transportation's Biggest Challenges

Jul 29, 2021 12:10 PM ET

To continue to drive innovation in the transportation industry, it’s essential to foster a strong, diverse workforce that is prepared to tackle significant challenges.

Diversity & Inclusion

How MAC Cosmetics' VIVA GLAM Helped Pave the Way for Inclusive Beauty Culture

Jul 29, 2021 12:00 PM ET

It’s impossible to talk about the progress we’ve made without mentioning MAC Cosmetics, as they’re one of the first major brands to champion inclusivity, diversity, and equality across the board.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Shaping the Future with Polyurethanes

Jul 29, 2021 12:00 PM ET

In late March, Dow Polyurethanes pioneered a flagship virtual event – together with industry experts – called “Shaping the Future with Polyurethanes”, to explore the potential of Polyurethanes in delivering solutions that can change the way we live.

Health & Healthcare

From Patient to Pathologist: My Cancer Survivor Journey

Jul 29, 2021 11:35 AM ET

I was 24 years old and everything in life seemed perfect: halfway through medical school, dating a wonderful guy, going on weekly climbing trips… Then suddenly, I noticed I couldn’t breathe whenever I tried raising my arms or lying down.

Responsible Production & Consumption

MilliporeSigma Science Will Tell Podcast: DOZN™

Jul 29, 2021 11:30 AM ET

In the third episode of MilliporeSigma's Science Will Tell podcast series, find out how the company's quantitative, industry-first green chemistry tool utilizes the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry

Sustainable Development Goals

Webinar Series: Explore the Implications of the New ISEAL Credibility Principles

Jul 29, 2021 11:25 AM ET

The ISEAL Credibility Principles define the core values of credible and effective sustainability systems, providing the foundations for sustainability systems to deliver greater impact.

Research, Reports & Publications

Truist Highlights ESG and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Progress in 2020 CSR and ESG Report

Jul 29, 2021 11:15 AM ET

Truist Financial Corporation released its 2020 CSR and ESG Report, highlighting the company’s progress on ESG performance and disclosure and a continued focus on community involvement and financial inclusion.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

United Health Foundation Launches $3.3 Million Partnership with North Olympic Healthcare Network to Improve Behavioral Health Care on the Olympic Peninsula

Jul 29, 2021 11:05 AM ET

The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), has established a three-year, $3.3 million grant partnership with the North Olympic Healthcare Network (NOHN), a federally qualified health center (community health center) serving Clallam County.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Fifth Third Bank Announces Participation in Office of the Comptroller's Project REACh

Jul 29, 2021 11:05 AM ET

Project REACh is a collaborative effort that involves leaders from banking, business, technology, and national civil rights organizations to remove structural barriers to financial inclusion and increase broader participation in the national economy.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

At Scale Podcast: Revitalizing Recycling

Jul 29, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Recycling has not been the magical answer to the plastic waste problem. But new technologies and new materials might just change that. We talk to scientists who are developing new plastics, designers who are reimagining products for recyclability, and innovators who are out to redefine our relationship to plastic.

Environment

Ceres Launches New Effort to Slash Emissions and Improve Transparency Across the Food Sector, Sets Out Benchmark

Jul 29, 2021 10:35 AM ET

A new effort launched today to engage 50 of the highest-emitting publicly-traded food and agriculture companies in North America, with the goal of accelerating the transition to a net zero emissions future in the global food and agriculture sector.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Mohawk Group Honored by Vizient As an Environmentally Preferred Sourcing Designated Supplier

Jul 29, 2021 10:35 AM ET

Mohawk Group was awarded the title of Environmentally Preferred Sourcing designated supplier by Vizient, the nation’s leading health care performance improvement company.

Environment

Ecocentricity Blog: Looking Back

Jul 29, 2021 10:30 AM ET

Ray C. Anderson would have been 87 today. His family continues to work tirelessly to keep his legacy alive during this critical time of change in the world.

Responsible Production & Consumption

How Business Success and Sustainability Go Hand-in-Hand in Agriculture

Jul 29, 2021 10:05 AM ET

Our goal at Bayer is to build a more sustainable future for – and through – agriculture. This requires a focus on making our own operations sustainable, while also supporting farmers as they advance sustainability in their own operations through new innovations.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Common Impact Announces New Board Member As It Continues to Expand Its National Reach and Initiatives

Jul 29, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Today, Common Impact, the nonprofit pioneer in skills-based volunteerism, announced the election of Dorri McWhorter as a member of their Board of Directors

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Schneider Electric Earns Award for Supply Chain Initiative

Jul 29, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Groundbreaking Gigaton PPA Program, developed in collaboration with Walmart, recognized as innovative approach to energy and environmental management

Research, Reports & Publications

In New Corporate Responsibility Report, Alliant Energy Announces Progress Toward Clean Energy Vision

Jul 29, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Alliant Energy releases its 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report (CRR) highlighting advancements in renewable energy and progress on their Clean Energy Vision.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

It's National Intern Day!

Jul 29, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Over the last 5 years, FedEx Interns have had the opportunity to volunteer with FedEx Cares in-person. However, this year with in-person volunteering suspended we embraced a new format – virtual volunteering.