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Energy

Southern Power Expands Millers Branch Solar Facility in Texas

Southern Power, a leading U.S. wholesale energy provider and subsidiary of Southern Company, announced the expansion of its 29th solar project — Millers Branch Solar Facility.

Innovation & Technology

Health and Safety Considerations in 3D Printing

Managing 3D printing risks is essential for every industry. From UV exposure to handling specialty resins, we break down what you need to know to stay safe.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Pivot Interactives by Discovery Education Honored With 2024 CODiE Award

Global edtech leader Discovery Education today announced that Pivot Interactives by Discovery Education was selected as the winner of the Best Science Instructional Solution for Grades 9-12 at the 2024 SIIA CODiE Awards.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Tapestry's Christiane Ocampo Named to the Empower "Executives Role Model" List

Congratulations to Christiane Ocampo, Vice President of Global Procurement at Tapestry, who was named among the 2024 ‘Top 100 Executives’ by Empower!

Energy

A Significant Safety Milestone for Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center

On Sunday, the Amphion supertanker left the dock at the Enbridge Ingleside Energy Center (EIEC) near Corpus Christi, Texas—marking the 500th safe loading of a Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) at North America’s premier oil export terminal.

Sustainable Development Goals

How Dow is Helping To Advance Sustainability and Address Gender Inequities in Kenya

A sustainable world is one where people – no matter who they are or where they live – have access to the resources they need to thrive today and for future generations. Today, we’re not quite there yet.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Empowering Communities: Teresa Pelletier on Financial Education and Volunteerism at Fidelity Investments

Teresa Pelletier's journey has been marked by a deep-rooted commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of people and communities.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Supporting Parents Online With Our Screen Smart Program

Kids today are using devices from early ages, and on average, most teens use about 40 different apps every week. This week, we’re kicking off a series of workshops called Screen Smart to empower parents to confidently manage their teens’ usage of smartphones and devices.

Research, Reports & Publications

Regency Centers Releases Annual Corporate Responsibility Report

Regency Centers Corporation (“Regency”, “Regency Centers” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq:REG) today released its 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report highlighting the Company’s environmental, social, and governance progress and achievements.

Health & Healthcare

Bristol Myers Squibb Announces 10-Year Strategy to Reach More Patients in Low- and Middle-Income Countries

BMS announced ASPIRE (Accessibility, Sustainability, Patient-centric, Impact, Responsibility and Equity), a 10-year strategy to advance access to our innovative treatments and help patients in low- and middle-income countries.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Ukraine: As Needs Grow, Declining Funding Threatens Availability of Lifesaving Assistance

Since the large-scale Russian offensive began on May 10 in the Kharkiv region, more than 6,000 people have been forced to evacuate.

Innovation & Technology

Eastman Naia™ Showcases Latest Sustainable Textile Innovation at Intertextile Shanghai

Eastman spotlighted its commitment to sustainability by introducing Naia™ Renew ES staple fibers at the Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics spring exhibition in March. The fibers are Eastman’s latest sustainable innovation for the textiles industry.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders With Doritos® Solid Black®

Jamila took a leap of faith when she left her corporate job to launch Ladies of Virtue Chicago, a nonprofit with a mission to empower Black girls to be confident, purpose-driven leaders through one-on-one and group mentorship, leadership development and mental health resources.

Research, Reports & Publications

Martin Currie Furthers Purpose of Investing To Improve Lives

Martin Currie, the active equity specialist and steward of £20.1 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2024, released its annual report detailing the firm’s stewardship, sustainability, and impact initiatives over the past year.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Rebuilding Together Untangles Titles To Preserve Generational Wealth

Rebuilding Together and Wells Fargo team up to address title issues and preserve generational wealth for homeowners in need in Philadelphia, Baton Rouge, and Kent County, Md.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Black & Veatch Names James Bleak President of Its Bird Electric Operations

Black & Veatch has named James Bleak as the new president of its Bird Electric business, one year after acquiring the self-perform construction services provider in bringing Black & Veatch’s growing construction portfolio capabilities to a wider client base.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Entergy Named as a Top 50 Most Community-Minded Company in the US

For the ninth year, Entergy has been named a 2024 honoree of The Civic 50, Points of Light’s prestigious annual list that recognizes the top companies leading the way in employee volunteerism and community investment in the United States.

Research, Reports & Publications

Bath & Body Works Releases Second Annual ESG Report

Today Bath & Body Works released its second annual environmental, social and governance (ESG) report, detailing the company’s commitments and journey toward a more resilient and responsible future.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

How Long Is the Journey

How long does it take between the time when we first notice an entity and the time when we are able to give it full ratings?

CSRHub reflects on the ESG ratings lifecycle.

Innovation & Technology

Baker Tilly’s Insights on the Key Cybersecurity Trends From Industry-Leading Reports

The better you understand your bogeyman—whether the imagined monsters in your closet or the very real threats of the cyber world—the better equipped you are to keep them at bay.

Environment

Climate Concerns: Cisco Colleagues Give Personal Advice on How To Navigate Eco-Anxiety

We’ve all seen the headlines in the news focusing on wildfires, floods, droughts, and hurricanes. For those of us who care deeply about the health of our planet, it’s hard not to be concerned about the consequences of climate change.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Griffith Foods Focuses on Sustainable, Vegetable-Forward Eating

Despite being sustainable, nutritious and delicious, vegetables are often relegated to side dishes instead of center of the plate. No longer an afterthought, it’s time for vegetables to shine!

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

AllianceBernstein: Active or Passive? Seeking Solutions to ESG Confusion

Investors with an environmental, social and governance (ESG) focus are increasingly leaning toward passive portfolios, which may seem to offer the simplicity they crave in a complex market landscape.

Diversity & Inclusion

EmpowHER Speaker Series Features a Powerful Lineup of Inspirational Women Leaders

Over the past year, the corporate EmpowHER Team Member resource group for women and their allies have hosted “Women in Leadership,” an ongoing speaker series featuring a variety of women leaders who provided inspiration, tools and knowledge.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Microfinance Nonprofit Grameen America Opens New Branch in Phoenix With Catalytic Support From Wells Fargo

Grameen America announced the opening of its new branch location in Phoenix, Arizona with major philanthropic support from the Wells Fargo Foundation to help expand access to affordable capital for women entrepreneurs.

Latest Campaigns

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