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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Advocates Making Change Through The Poverty Is Unnecessary Project 2021

The Whole Planet Foundation Poverty Is Unnecessary Project includes Poverty Is Unnecessary Fund Members donating $25,000 each to alleviate global poverty and the Party With a Purpose Online Auction.

Energy

IOC Leading the Way on Climate Change - Commits to Cutting Its Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 50 Per Cent by 2030

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that it will cut its direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions by 50 per cent by 2030, as part of its commitment to tackling climate change.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Support the Humane Society of the United States to Protect Animals Worldwide

As a donor, you can support the Humane Society of the United States by donating to them through your employer’s workplace giving program.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

After Three Cancer Recurrences, an NIH Trial Offers Michelle New Hope

Vibrant, hard-working and goal-oriented, Michelle loves to stay busy. At 21, she was dedicated to building her career and future, working full-time at an insurance company

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Addressing Complex Issues With Smart Conservation

Since 1985, The Conservation Fund has protected about 28 acres an hour—nearly 700 acres a day. That is about one Central Park worth of land protected each day!

Responsible Production & Consumption

Three Innovative Ways Retailers Are Tackling Sustainability Issues

Retailers are jumping on the sustainability bandwagon and firmly securing themselves there, to enable them – and their consumers – to actively work towards tackling the sustainability issues that the UK faces.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

New Colombian Cullet Hub Will Increase O-I's Cullet Supplies

O-I is opening a new recycling hub for cullet suppliers in Barranquilla, Colombia. The opening of the facility, located on Columbia’s northern coast, is part of our strategic plan to keep more glass in the manufacturing stream and out of landfills.

Research, Reports & Publications

Better Is Always Possible

An empowered Kohler is a better Kohler, and the more our associates feel like they belong, the more unstoppable we will be in achieving our goals when it comes to building a better planet, better communities, and better lives for all.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our Commitment to a Diverse Workforce and Equitable Compensation

As a company that believes an inclusive and diverse workforce better positions us to serve our communities and customers, we prioritize offering equitable compensation to all employees and to supporting the advancement of women and minorities.

Environment

Subaru of America and Philadelphia Union Announce Subaru Park Has Achieved Zero Landfill Status

Subaru of America, Inc., in partnership with the Philadelphia Union, today announced that Subaru Park has reached zero landfill status, making it the first soccer-specific stadium in Major League Soccer (MLS) to reach the milestone.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third CEO Greg Carmichael Honored As Responsible CEO of the Year for Community Impact

3BL Media announced the recipients of the 2021 Responsible CEO of the Year Awards. Responsible CEO of the Year: Community Impact was awarded to Greg D. Carmichael, chairman and CEO, Fifth Third Bank.

Innovation & Technology

Lenovo and DXC Technology Partner With Dr. Peter Scott-Morgan on Innovative Accessibility Solutions to Create Better Futures for People With Disabilities

DXC Technology & Lenovo announced a collaboration with visionary robotics scientist Dr. Peter Scott-Morgan and his foundation to develop assistive technology solutions to empower people with disabilities, illnesses, & other challenging conditions.

Education

STEAMing Ahead with Mobile Learning

Qualcomm & the San Diego Public Library Foundation's STEAMing Ahead with Mobile Learning project demonstrates how integration of technology and extended learning through AR helps increase engagement and prepare students for careers in STEAM fields.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Bank CEO Greg Carmichael Honored as Responsible CEO of the Year for Community Impact

3BL Media announced the recipients of the 2021 Responsible CEO of the Year Awards. Responsible CEO of the Year: Community Impact was awarded to Greg D. Carmichael, chairman and CEO, Fifth Third Bank.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Owens Corning CEO Honored As Responsible CEO of the Year for ESG Transparency

3BL Media announced the recipients of the 2021 Responsible CEO of the Year Awards. Responsible CEO of the Year: ESG Transparency was awarded to Brian Chambers, Chair of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Owens Corning.

Research, Reports & Publications

Engineering Impact: Letters From Our Leaders

Medtronic's CEO and CFO discuss how the company is putting purpose into action, guided by environmental, social, and governance priorities.

Environment

Go Deep: A Playbook for Scoring Sustainability Points in 2022

What do football and sustainability have in common? As it turns out, quite a lot! This post will teach you how to get your business in shape to compete and win in the world of sustainability and Environment, Social, and Governance.

Health & Healthcare

Reducing Fire Risk for Battery Energy Storage Systems and Electric Vehicles

During Fire Prevention Week, WSP fire experts are drawing attention to the rapid growth of alternative energy storage batteries and the need to address fire hazards.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Animal Rescue Efforts Provide Care and Shelter Following Hurricane Ida

On August 29, Hurricane Ida struck the Louisiana gulf coast and caused massive destruction, flooding, and power outages. For animal welfare organizations like the ASPCA®, disaster response became top priority to assist the many displaced animals.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Congratulations to 3BL Media's 2021 Responsible CEO of the Year Honorees!

Today 3BL Media announced the recipients of the 2021 Responsible CEO of the Year Awards.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

GreenMoney Interview Series: Community Impact Investors

This new interview features two Women of Color who are emerging leaders in Socially Responsible Investing and Community Investing

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Arrow Electronics Teams With the Denver Broncos to Support Homeless Teens

Arrow Electronics teamed with the Denver Broncos to donate 500 boxed lunches to Urban Peak, a nonprofit that serves homeless youth in the Denver area.

Energy

Cement Plant Cuts Coal and Energy Use With Rockwell Automation Technology

Cement is one of the most widely used products worldwide. China leads the world in cement production and while consistent demand is good news for Chinese producers, cement is an energy-intensive industry that relies heavily on coal for fuel.

Diversity & Inclusion

Leaping Societal Barriers With Care, Creativity and Technology

Being together while staying apart. That’s been the name of the game since March 2020.

But assisting people of all ages with an intellectual disability has been the name of the game for Community Living Essex County (CLEC) since 1961.

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    We believe that technology, when thoughtfully and strategically applied, can bring positive, lasting change to people’s lives and communities and...
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  11. Integrated Tools
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  12. Local Communities
    The principals of living and working in synergy with the communities in which we operate, as well as collaborating on projects that benefit those...
  13. GoDaddy | Microbusiness
    They’re the people who build websites, run restaurants, and teach online classes. They power local economies and national growth but their impact...
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    Diverse teams build better products — period. At GoDaddy, we make apps and services that our worldwide community of entrepreneurs can relate to. Our...
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