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Health & Healthcare

T‑Mobile Brings Ultra Capacity 5G to Miami U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Hospital

With 5G speeds, medical teams can improve critical telehealth services and provide more efficient care across the facility with instant wireless access to large amounts of patient information.

Research, Reports & Publications

'Race in the Workplace: The Black Experience,' a McKinsey & Co. Report Created in Collaboration with Walmart

This research has been underway since last summer and represents one of the most comprehensive studies of its kind. It includes qualitative and quantitative analysis gathered from 24 top companies, and it leverages publicly available data.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Takeda Named a Global Top Employer for 4th Consecutive Year

Takeda has been named a Global Top Employer for 4th consecutive year!

Energy

First Project of Its Kind in Canada Will See Enbridge Subsidiary Inject Green Hydrogen Into Its Gas Distribution Grid

Gazifère, an Enbridge subsidiary, and Evolugen, the Canadian operations arm of Brookfield Renewable, today announced plans to build and operate one of Canada’s largest green hydrogen injection projects in Quebec.

Innovation & Technology

How IBMers on “Silicon Bayou” Helped Louisiana Recover From Ransomware Attacks

Cybercrime against U.S. public school districts is on the rise. A new IBM study shows nearly 60% of school staff feel unprepared for security threats, including attacks called ransomware, which steal and hold data hostage until officials pay up.

Diversity & Inclusion

Frankly Speaking with Franchisees: Seeing Potential Everywhere

Mike Quinn is always on the lookout for potential — potential business opportunities and potential in his more than 1,400 employees.

Diversity & Inclusion

Celebrating the Strength of Diversity in Clarivate This LGBT+ History Month

Clarivate has long led the way in campaigning for more inclusive workplaces and communities.

Education

'Financial Health Is Foundational to Everything We Do' With HBCUs

Brandi McLean believes that people need financial skills to survive. That’s why she’s made it her mission to educate people about it. McLean, an accountant in Virginia, has been teaching young children about financial literacy in her free time.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Black Leadership Spotlight: Lewis Spears, Kismet of Kings

In celebration of Black History Month, Common Impact is spotlighting remarkable Black nonprofit leaders and their many contributions to creating more positive, healthy, and equitable communities.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Skills Gap Widens During COVID. Computational Thinking Could Help.

Technology has enabled our world to become increasingly connected – a trend that should be reflected in our teaching methods.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Republic Services Salutes Essential Workers With Additional 'Committed to Serve' Awards

Republic Services, Inc. has provided additional recognition to its 28,000 frontline employees with $500 “Committed to Serve” awards, thanking them for their dedication and service to communities throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Diversity & Inclusion

Alliance Data's African American Resource Group Employee Spotlight: La'Ron Louis and Paulette Burks

This week, we continue to partner with our African American Resource Group (AARG) to share the perspectives and experiences of associates in observance of Black History Month.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Celebrating the Alexion Charitable Foundation One Year Anniversary

The Alexion Charitable Foundation (ACF), launched by Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in February 2020, marks its first anniversary this month in tandem with the celebration of Rare Disease Day.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Kimberly-Clark Recognized as One of the 2021 World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere

Kimberly-Clark has been recognized by Ethisphere for the third consecutive year as one of the 2021 World's Most Ethical Companies and a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.

Environment

Watch Energea Spotlight: Eco-Conscious Diver

Caitlin McCall founded Eco-Conscious Diver out of necessity. Coral reefs are dying at an unprecedented rate and Caitlin believes that divers, like herself, need be the leaders of oceanic stewardship.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Interview with Vivienne Boucherat

Visual artist Vivienne Boucherat has donated ten signed copies of her picture book of stunning mixed media, Know Your Crazy, to Whole Planet Foundation’s March 7-8 event honoring women entrepreneurs.

Diversity & Inclusion

$5M Award to Chicanos Por La Causa From Wells Fargo's Open for Business Fund Program

It is with great enthusiasm that Chicanos Por La Causa announces a $5 million award from Wells Fargo to help enhance relief programs in AZ, CA and NV for small businesses that continue experiencing hardship related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Diversity & Inclusion

T. Rowe Price Celebrates Black History Month With Learning Initiatives and Open Dialogue

T. Rowe Price remains committed to equity and is mindful of the socioeconomic impact of systemic racism.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Can Volunteer Programs Benefit Careers? A Conversation

Late last year, our CEO, Angela Parker, had the opportunity to speak with author, podcaster, thought leader and advocate for people doing meaningful work

Education

Rockwell Automation and Cedar Point Launch Video Series Demonstrating the STEM Concepts Behind Amusement Park Attractions

As a part of Engineers Week, Rockwell Automation and Cedar Point launched a series of five youth-focused videos called, “It’s Not Magic, It’s Science!”

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Risks and Remedies for U.S. Consumers, India Joins the Fight

Comedian George Carlin once quipped that “Consumption is the new national pastime.” Well, if he was right, no one is having much fun these days.

Environment

How a Focus on ESG Led to a Bank's Carbon Neutrality Achievement

In 2019, Fifth Third determined to be a top quartile performer in ESG reporting. Just over a year later, it became the first regional commercial bank to achieve carbon neutrality, which wouldn’t have been possible without a strategic focus on ESG.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Food Bank of South Jersey Expands Vital Food Management Facilities Thanks to Subaru Loves to Help Grant

Thanks to $26,315.97 awarded to the Food Bank of South Jersey by the Subaru Loves to Help Grant, South Jersey’s largest hunger-relief organization bolstered and expanded its vital food items sorting room

Events, Media & Communications

Webinar: Strategically Integrating Sustainability: Restructuring the Business With Ikea, Enel and Forum for the Future

With the sustainability transition becoming the vehicle for business innovation, bringing together climate and social goals, businesses are facing a major reform in their operations.

Events, Media & Communications

Confronting Deep Challenges, Head On

The Economist’s eighth annual World Ocean Summit Virtual Week will take place next week from March 1st - 5th.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Growth Through Sustainability
    Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...
  2. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
    The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.
  3. KeyBank's Community Investment
    In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...
  4. 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...
  5. Aflac Insights
    Learn more about Aflac’s survey findings to better understand workplace trends as well as consumer attitudes, habits and opinions toward health and...
  6. Technology for Good
    We believe that technology, when thoughtfully and strategically applied, can bring positive, lasting change to people’s lives and communities and...
  7. EVP Campaign
    Driving awareness of DP World’s Employee Value Proposition across the Americas, showcasing the company’s purpose-driven mission, talent strategy, and...
  8. Aflac Voices
    Hear from Aflac’s senior leaders and subject matter experts about industry trends and more.
  9. Plastics Footprint
    We aspire to be a leader in driving innovative solutions that address the problem of plastic pollution and enable a circular economy. We are committed...
  10. 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...
  11. Health & Nutrition
    Be the leading nutritious and sustainable product development partner for our customers, developing industry leading solutions that enable the...
  12. Sustainability by Antea Group
    At Antea Group, we believe the best sustainability programs integrate sustainability into core business practices, we identify and act on relevant...
  13. 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...
  14. Made to Move Communities
    About the Made to Move Communities program Launched in 2020, the Made to Move Communities program engages young minds to explore real-world...
  15. Cascale Events
    Cascale organizes and participates in a series of events, leveraging its position as a global convener of close to half the sector to bring together...