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Entrepreneur Expands Her Thriving Tax Firm With Digital Innovation

Helen Mathis taught accounting as a vocational instructor for 30 years before facing a career-defining moment: The school where she worked closed and Mathis knew she needed a new plan

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Environment

California Scoping Plan Is a Vital Blueprint for Building a More Just and Equitable Net-Zero Emissions Economy

Ceres joins major U.S. companies in welcoming the California Air Resource Board’s adoption of its 2022 Climate Change Scoping Plan.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Decade of Sustainability Industry Leadership for Abbott

For nearly 135 years, we've maintained both a clear and important purpose – helping people live their fullest lives through better health – and a willingness to evolve to ensure we sustain this positive impact for generations.

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Gen Is Recognized for Climate Disclosure on 2022 CDP Report

The environmental not-for-profit CDP has recognized Gen for the transparency and thoroughness of our corporate sustainability program, awarding us the high score of ‘B’ on its latest assessment.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Defying the Senses...the Dangers of Carbon Monoxide

According to the Centers for Disease Control, approximately 20,000 people are taken to an emergency room and 400 people die every year from accidental carbon monoxide poisoning.

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Social Impact & Volunteering

As the Conflict in Ukraine Continues, We Keep Helping Those Who Need It

This International Volunteer Day (December 5) we’re celebrating two FedEx team members who volunteered their time and skill sets to get surplus personal protective equipment (PPE) to charities supporting the conflict in Ukraine.

Environment

Cintas' Electric Vehicle Pilot Program Hits the Road

Cintas Corporation recently launched its electric vehicle pilot program, which to date, includes almost 20 vehicles from multiple manufacturers.

Innovation & Technology

It's 2022 and We're Already Thinking About the Evolution of 5G Advanced to 6G

Today, the early vision for 6G is starting to emerge as mobile and the broader vertical ecosystems embark on foundational technology research preparing for the next decade of innovations.

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Green Infrastructure

Rayonier 2021 Sustainability Report: Water Quality

We adhere to all regulatory requirements and deploy best management practices to protect the water quality in our forests, which is essential to the long-term sustainability of our forests and the welfare of the communities they support.

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Environment

GoDaddy Goes Retro for .TV Rebrand

GoDaddy recently completed a rebrand of the .TV domain extension that is ideal for use by streaming, social media and traditional content creators. With every .TV domain registered, support goes to fight climate change.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Operation Surprise 2022 by the Numbers: On a Mission To Make a Difference

The Home Depot Foundation’s annual Operation Surprise campaign provides life-changing moments of surprise through service to our nation’s veterans.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Sands for Singapore Charity Festival 2022 Raises S$4 Million for the Local Community

In September, Sands’ resort in Singapore, Marina Bay Sands, welcomed back its signature event, the Sands for Singapore Charity Festival, September 8 – 10 at the outdoor Event Plaza.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

IOC Announces Composition of Advisory Committee on Human Rights

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced the composition of its Advisory Committee on Human Rights.

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Whirlpool Corporation Named to 2022 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index

Whirlpool Corporation announced today that it has been named to the 2022 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI) in recognition of the company’s ongoing focus on responsible and ethical business practices.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Nielsen's Commitments to Business Diversity and Community Engagement

Nielsen’s commitment to DE&I aims to accelerate our journey toward creating not just a company, but a media landscape at large that is more inclusive. To truly measure everyone, across all channels and platforms, we must uncover new insights into and about diverse, often overlooked communities and the content they watch.

Events, Media & Communications

IQ Plus Enhances EcoVadis' Predictive Intelligence With Automated Sustainability Data Mining Capabilities

EcoVadis announces it has added AI and data mining enhancements to its market-leading predictive intelligence solution.

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Duke Energy Named One of North America's Top Sustainable Companies for 17th Straight Year

As Duke Energy continues to make significant progress in delivering the affordable, reliable and clean energy its customers and communities count on, the company was recently named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for North America

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Merck Leaders Recognized As Influential Women Executives

WomenInc., a media platform that showcases and drives positive dialogue about women, recognized three Merck leaders in its just-released list: 2022 Most Influential Women Executives in Corporate America.

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Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

AllianceBernstein: How Impactful Are Your Munis? Five Questions To Ask Your Manager.

When it comes to impact investing, don’t let your manager coast on reputation. Expect thoughtfulness and experience, which can make all the difference between greenwashing and meaningfully uplifting under-resourced communities.

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Innovation & Technology

CSRHub Releases Version 3.0 of RESTful Application Programming Interface

CSRHub announces API Version 3.0, a technical upgrade that will make our ESG data and services more accessible for users using the CSRHub Specification for REST Access (CSRA)

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Innovation & Technology

CNH Industrial's Chief Digital Product Officer Speaks at Tech Day 2022

Parag Garg, CNH Industrial’s Chief Digital Product Officer, has explained how the Company’s Precision Technology solutions are driving productivity, sustainability and profitability for our customers.

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Education

PNC Bank and Boston Children’s Museum Present Big & Little Podcast: How To Help Our Kids “Grow Up Great”

Reaching children in their earliest years not only helps them develop the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills they need to succeed, but can also inspire lifelong enthusiasm for learning.

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Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Can Remanufacturing Build the Industrial-Sized Circular Economy?

Consumer goods like clothing and bottled water dominate sustainability conversations, but the circular economy has to include the industrial manufacturers of the machines that churn out the products we use every day.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Smarter Spending Habits: Regions Bank Provides Free Resources for Better Money Management Amid Inflation

Regions Bank announced a collection of available resources to help people improve the way they spend, save and manage debt. Available resources are part of Regions Next Step, the bank’s no-cost financial education program that serves people of all ages, regardless of whether they bank with Regions.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Eaton’s Intentionally Inclusive Supply Chain

At Eaton, we strive to engage a diverse supply base reflecting the communities where we live, work and serve.

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Energy

National Grid Attends White House Electrification Summit

National Grid’s New York President, Rudy Wynter, was among a select group of energy leaders invited to participate in the White House Electrification Summit this week.

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