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Diversity & Inclusion

Rev. Sharpton, Rev. Butts, U.S. Senator-Elect Rev. Warnock and over 100 Leading Black Clergy Convene on MLK Day to Confront COVID-19 in the Black Community

Leading public health officials Dr. Anthony Fauci, Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith and Dr. Tom Frieden were among featured speakers and Q&A participants United Way of New York City to lead implementation efforts for the Choose Healthy Life Action Plan, which will provide COVID-19 testing and vaccine education to the Black community in five cities

Diversity & Inclusion

#TtInspires: Brenna Minor, Disaster Recovery and CDBG Program Manager

Brenna Minor is a program manager with Tetra Tech’s Disaster Recovery group, specializing in implementing federally funded disaster recovery projects. Brenna currently works with the City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on COVID-19 recovery programs through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and other Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funds.

Social Impact & Volunteering

HP Unveils Bold Goals to Advance Racial Equality and Social Justice

That’s why we are stepping up. Last year, we committed to double the number of Black and African American executives inside the company by 2025.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

2021 Ushers in a New Era of Corporate Activism

In wake of last week’s insurrection at the United States Capitol building, we are seeing a new wave of corporate activism emerge. In the past, it was standard operating procedure for brands to steer clear of the political conversation altogether. And while in recent years we’ve seen companies take stances on political issues – such as access to voting, social justice and climate change – they would often stop short of calling out individual politicians or blocking resources to persons inciting hate and violence. This week, we examine how companies are breaking tradition to take more drastic steps around politics, in an effort to protect democracy.

Education

Let's Celebrate Mentorship

January 17th marked the International Day of Mentoring, which offers an opportunity to celebrate and promote the value mentoring can bring to the lives of our youth worldwide.

Environment

CNH Industrial Launches Riparian Buffer Development Plan in New Holland, Pa.

“This 8.5 acre riparian forest buffer will be quite large for Lancaster County, and will really help improve the stream that it will surround,” said the Alliance’s Chesapeake Forestry Program Manager, Ryan Davis.

Energy

'Watershed Move' by Total to Leave American Petroleum Institute Over Climate Policy, Ceres Says

Andrew Logan, Ceres’ director of oil and gas, released the following statement following the news that Total has become the first oil major to leave the American Petroleum Institute over its stance on climate policies.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Timberland Anticipates Products Becoming 'Net Positive' by 2030

Timberland set new 2030 environmental goals today. The global outdoor lifestyle brand wants all of their products to have a “net positive” effect on nature, giving back more than they take.

Health & Healthcare

International Medical Corps & FedEx Provide Surge Capacity for COVID19

Since March, International Medical Corps has deployed 29 emergency medical field units across the US. Many of these units have been delivered to the sites thanks to FedEx.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Looking Forward: Three Tips for Making Your Social Impact Programs Successful in 2021

Hoping for a better year this year? We are, too! Here are three tips for making your social impact programs successful in 2021. Try a couple and let us know how it goes. And don’t forget – we’re here to help. Read the full blog now!

Research, Reports & Publications

CECP Launches 2020 Industry-Defining Giving in Numbers Survey

Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose © (CECP), is celebrating the launch of the 20th annual Giving in Numbers Survey, in partnership with hundreds of the world’s leading companies.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Make 2021 a Year of Giving Back

As social good organizations look to meet sky-rocketing community needs, it’s more important than ever to ensure that they have the resources they need. Learn how to give back to them through pro bono at Taproot's free 1/27 webinar.

Environment

Veto of Landmark Climate Bill Is a Misstep by Gov. Baker and Missed Opportunity for Massachusetts

The decision by Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker to pocket veto landmark climate legislation is “extremely disappointing and a step in the wrong direction for Massachusetts’ ability to mitigate the impacts of the climate crisis

Education

Helping Students Stay Connected to Their School

Earlier this year, NortonLifeLock provided COVID-19 relief funding to several PTAs in Arizona. Four months later, we’ve begun to hear how these grants led to innovative relief.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Rockwell Automation Gives $3 Million to Fight for the Health, Education, and Financial Stability of People in Greater Cleveland and Greater Milwaukee

At the close of 2020, Rockwell Automation was proud to contribute more than $3 million to United Way agencies serving the greater Cleveland area in Ohio and Milwaukee and Waukesha counties in southeast Wisconsin.

Health & Healthcare

American Airlines Is First US Airline to Introduce Health Passport for All International Travel to US

American Airlines is the first U.S. airline to introduce an easy way to provide results from a negative coronavirus (COVID-19) test and other completed documents required for international travel into the United States.

Innovation & Technology

Did the Holidays Bring a New TV or iPhone? Here's How to Safely Dispose of Old Electronics

We typically see an influx in e-waste at our facilities in early January. This increase is a result of holiday wishes granted, including exciting new phones, computers, and tablets. After the gifting season subsides, most are unsure...

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

They Inspire Duke Energy's Work in the Hoosier State

Duke Energy Indiana is the state’s largest electric supplier, serving more than 850,000 customers in 69 of the state’s 92 counties. Customers are as diverse as homeowners and small businesses, farms and schools, factories and municipalities.

Social Impact & Volunteering

VolunteerMatch Launches Guides in Apple Maps in Major Metro Areas to Help Activate 100MM Volunteers

VolunteerMatch, the largest nonprofit network with the most volunteer opportunities, today announced the launch of new community-based Guides in Apple Maps to easily find great places to volunteer.

Responsible Production & Consumption

People of Packaging Podcast Features Fabien Thibault - Global Manager, Product & Packaging Sustainability for MilliporeSigma

Adam Peek, host of the People of Packaging podcast, sat down with Fabien Thibault, global manager, product & packaging sustainability for MilliporeSigma, to discuss his career in packaging and the sustainable strides he’s making at MilliporeSigma.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

When and How to Speak Up: How Companies Can Communicate Their Corporate Purpose

Few of today’s CEOs earned their jobs because they were socially responsible and spoke out on hot topics. Yet now more than ever, key stakeholders want to know where companies and CEOs stand on critical social issues.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Watch Land Betterment Corporation's Impact Minute Episode 23

Land Betterment Corporation (“Land Betterment” or the “Company”) is proud to release Episode 23 of its Impact Minute video blog.

Research, Reports & Publications

Floating Blue Ammonia Production: Creating a Zero-Carbon Emission Fuel

Golar, an industry leader in floating LNG, and Black & Veatch, a leader in oil, gas and chemical infrastructure, have released a free joint report, Floating Blue Ammonia Production: Creating a Zero-Carbon Emission Fuel.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Homer Fund: Taking Care of Our People Through Tough Times

2020 brought many unexpected events, from the COVID-19 pandemic to a seemingly endless lineup of natural disasters. The Homer Fund ,funded by contributions from The Home Depot associates, for associates — offered support during times of need.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

20 C-Suite Sustainability Champions for 2021

NRG CEO Mauricio Gutierrez is wise to the macro trends that favor clean energy, and has called sustainability "the glue that keeps all of our stakeholders working together toward a common goal with purpose."

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    Employees are our most valued resource and are at the center of everything we do. Their talent, diversity, and commitment are crucial to our...
  2. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  3. KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service
    KeyBank Foundation helps build thriving communities by supporting organizations and programs that foster thriving students and a thriving workforce...
  4. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  5. IWBI | WELL Building Standard
    Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...
  6. Scotts Miracle-Gro | Environment Improvement
    Earth's beauty and resources should be appreciated now and preserved for generations to come. Discover the stewardship initiatives underway to protect...
  7. Opportunity for All
    At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...
  8. Recognition of our Company
    As the leading sports and live music company in the world, we recognize our responsibility to provide industry leadership and to conduct our business...
  9. Investing in our Communities
    We invest in sustainable community outcomes that improve lives.
  10. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  11. FedEx Cares | Overall
    FedEx Cares is our global community engagement program and one way that we live out our purpose of connecting people and possibilities. Our goal is to...
  12. Enriching Women's Lives
    60 years ago, Mary Kay Ash created an unparalleled opportunity for women to define their own successes and control their own futures. Her vision of...
  13. Coach Foundation | Dream It Real
    To help break cycles of inequality, we empower the next generation to reach their full potential through higher education.
  14. Accelerating access to healthcare technology
    We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...
  15. IWBI | Workplace Wellness
    A WELL Certified™ project has the potential to add measurable value to the health, well-being and happiness of people in the buildings. It can also...