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Energy

New Jersey Jumps to Top 10 in National Rankings for Energy Efficiency

New Jersey is being recognized as a national leader in energy efficiency programming and outcomes in the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy’s (ACEEE) 2025 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard, which ranks all fifty states and Washington D.C.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Guardians of the Grid: Duke Energy Celebrates National Lineworker Appreciation Day April 18

On April 18, Duke Energy celebrates National Lineworker Appreciation Day – a day to recognize the service, commitment and sacrifices of lineworkers, team members who are critical to ensuring customers have access to safe and reliable electricity.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Focused Impact: Cascale's Path to 2030

In our latest blog post, Cascale CEO Colin Browne unveils our refined strategy for accelerating collective action across the consumer goods industry.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Building Electrolyzers in Guadalajara, Spain

We will play a key role in the energy transition. The more electrolyzers we produce from our plant in Guadalajara, the more we will help decarbonize the economy.

Environment

A Greener Partnership

Henkel continues to deepen its commitment to environmental stewardship through an ongoing partnership with the Mill River Park Collaborative in Stamford, CT.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Trane Technologies Recognized for Environmental Leadership on CDP’s 'A List'

Trane Technologies has been recognized for its leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate by CDP, earning a place on its annual ‘A List’ for the third consecutive year.

Research, Reports & Publications

Mondelēz International Continues Progress Against “Snacking Made Right” Priorities

Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) released its 2024 Snacking Made Right Report, highlighting the Company’s progress against its Sustainability goals.

Events, Media & Communications

Case IH and New Holland Bring Innovation and Technology to Tecnoshow 2025

CNH brands, Case IH and New Holland presented at Tecnoshow Comigo in Rio Verde, Brazil recently.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Albertsons Companies Showcases Certified Products for Earth Month

As part of its Recipe for Change initiative, Albertsons Companies educated customers in its Earth Month Instagram post by showcasing a variety of products with on-pack labels and certifications.

Health & Healthcare

Direct Relief Announces $2.7 Million To Expand Healthcare Access to Los Angeles Residents

Direct Relief announced a $2.7 million initiative to enhance healthcare access and bolster recovery efforts for Los Angeles communities severely impacted by recent wildfires. Funds for this critical initiative were raised in part by MusiCares during the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards®

Environment

LA Kings Host Student Eco-Leaders From Grades of Green Ahead of Annual Green Game

In celebration of Earth Month, on April 10, 2025, AEG’s LA Kings welcomed 20 high school students from Grades of Green’s SOAR Eco-Innovation Academy to Crypto.com Arena for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the arena’s industry leading sustainability operations.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Top FedEx Volunteers Receive FedEx Founder’s Fund Award

Join FedEx Cares in congratulating the winners of the FedEx Founder’s Fund Award for FY25, the most prestigious recognition team members can achieve within the FedEx Cares program.

Environment

BIER Member Spotlight: Hannah Hunt

I’ve been with HEINEKEN for almost three years, working as part of the Global Corporate Affairs Sustainability team. My role involves both internal policy development and external advocacy, primarily focused on our carbon agenda.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Podcast: Why Today's Carbon Accounting Is Falling Short

In this Innovation Forum podcast, Kiff Gallagher, Executive Director of the Global Heat Reduction Initiative, discusses with Ian Welsh the problems with carbon markets today and how to address them.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Four Ways To Reframe Your Sustainability Initiatives in Times of Disruption

In times of disruption, staying the course on sustainability isn't just a nice-to-have - it's a strategic imperative. Novata's article explores four ways to reframe your sustainability initiatives as drivers of resilience and long-term business value.

Innovation & Technology

The Future of EHS in Data Centers: Key Takeaways From the Data Center EHSxTech® Event

On April 1st, 2025, a total of 34 Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) professionals from 16 different companies came together for the third annual Data Center EHSxTech® event.

Research, Reports & Publications

Exclusive Workiva Report: CSRD Year One in Review

This exclusive research paper from Workiva uncovers how Wave 1 companies addressed the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) in its first year of reporting—and how they are turning CSRD compliance into strategic advantage.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Our People: How Paige Chenevey Drives Success at Marathon Pipe Line

Nearly three decades ago, Paige Chenevey joined Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) as an intern. Over the years her career has evolved, but one thing has remained constant: her dedication to protecting people, communities and the environment.

Research, Reports & Publications

GoDaddy Venture Forward Quarterly Newsletter Q1, 2025

Let’s start out with fresh insights into the world of small and microbusinesses. GoDaddy’s research initiative, Venture Forward, has been tracking the impact of online microbusinesses – which typically employ fewer than 10 people – on local economies since 2018.

Health & Healthcare

The Military Teen Experience: Navigating Challenges and Building Resilience

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to recognize the strength, sacrifices, and stories of military-connected youth.

Energy

The Cost of Waiting: How Delaying Energy Savings at Wastewater Treatment Plants Could Cost Municipalities Millions

Municipalities face growing pressure to manage their resources effectively, and energy costs at wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) are among the largest expenses. These facilities can account for up to 40% of a municipality’s total energy use.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Maximus: One of America's Most Innovative Companies

At Maximus, innovation is what we do. From robotics process automation to machine learning to AI, we use the latest technologies to ensure we get the right services to the right people at the right time.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Saint-Gobain Video Series: empowHERed: Caitlyn Stirrup, Athens, GA

Saint-Gobain North America’s empowHERed series features the women in manufacturing of Saint-Gobain North America. Whether they work in product innovation, engineering, on the product line, or in development, they are making an impact in manufacturing.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Spring into Service: Franklin Templeton’s Volunteering Highlights

Franklin Templeton employees demonstrated remarkable dedication and community spirit by generously contributing their time and efforts to various volunteer initiatives throughout March.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Sands and Sands China Listed Top the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 Casinos and Gaming Category

Las Vegas Sands and Sands China were again included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook, with the two companies recording the highest global environmental, social and governance (ESG) scores in the casinos and gaming category.

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