Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Innovation & Technology

Eaton's Positive Impact Solutions: Designed With a Purpose

Sep 6, 2022 3:45 PM ET

Eaton solutions help solve global sustainability challenges and allow our customers to meet their ambitious climate action goals. Eaton engineers design solutions that enable our customers to conserve resources and make smart energy decisions.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Southern Company Gas Earns Top Industry Recognition for Efforts To Promote Sustainability

Sep 6, 2022 3:05 PM ET

In recognition of its efforts to encourage the evolution within the natural gas industry toward a sustainable future, Southern Company Gas has been honored with the 2022 Southern Gas Association Environmental, Social & Governance Award.

Diversity & Inclusion

How to Use the TalkBack Screen Reader on Your Peloton Equipment

Sep 6, 2022 3:00 PM ET

We’re excited to introduce the TalkBack screen reader to the Peloton Tread. This accessibility feature guides our blind and low-vision Members through class with audio cues.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Dow and Mura Technology Announce Largest Commitment of Its Kind To Scale Advanced Recycling of Plastics

Sep 6, 2022 2:50 PM ET

Dow and Mura Technology announce the next step in their partnership to help solve the global plastic waste issue with the intention to construct multiple world-scale 120 kilotons (KT) advanced recycling facilities in the U.S. and Europe – collectively adding as much as 600 KT of annual capacity.

Diversity & Inclusion

Empowering Women in the Skies

Sep 6, 2022 2:35 PM ET

American Airlines Flight Operated by an All-Black Female Crew in Honor of Bessie Coleman

Sustainable Development Goals

The Home Depot’s Commitment to Corporate Responsibility

Sep 6, 2022 2:30 PM ET

When I joined The Home Depot more than 22 years ago, I could never have imagined that I would have the opportunity to lead such an incredible organization. Prior to becoming CEO, I had the privilege to work in multiple departments across the organization.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Pentair Honored for Global Sustainability

Sep 6, 2022 2:10 PM ET

Pentair has been recognized by Business Intelligence Group with its Sustainability Leadership Award.

Events, Media & Communications

“72 - A Gathering of Champions” Documentary Series on Olympics.com Revisits Munich 1972 Through the Powerful Stories of Its Olympians

Sep 6, 2022 1:10 PM ET

On the 50th anniversary of the Olympic Games Munich 1972, “72 – A Gathering of Champions”, an emotive four-part series produced by the Olympic Channel and directed by Emmy-award winner Jonathan Hock,

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

PSE&G Reminds Customers: The Best Time To Make an Emergency Plan Is Now

Sep 6, 2022 12:45 PM ET

While New Jersey hasn’t had a major hurricane yet this season, September is National Preparedness Month and PSE&G reminds its customers about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies. Emergencies can happen at any time, and preparing ahead of time helps keep everyone safe.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Strengthening AMD Communities Worldwide

Sep 6, 2022 12:25 PM ET

AMD has a passion for giving back in the communities in which we live and work. For over four decades, we have invested in organizations around the globe that meaningfully impact the way we live today and help create better futures for tomorrow.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

A Collaborative Mindset Makes Rabobank a Leader Among Financial Institutions

Sep 6, 2022 12:20 PM ET

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

The ESG Industry's Strong Foundation and Bright Future

Sep 6, 2022 12:10 PM ET

In light of my forthcoming retirement in December 2022, I am especially pleased to be included in this 30th anniversary issue of GreenMoney. It has been a tremendous privilege to be embedded in the evolution of ESG Investing for 50 years

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Keysight Recognized by JUST Capital in 2022 Rankings

Sep 6, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Keysight is honored to be the recipient of many awards for our CSR efforts across environmental, social and governance (ESG) topics.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Black & Veatch, Operation Breakthrough Launch Solar-Powered Learning Lab Honoring Retired CEO Steve Edwards

Sep 6, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Black & Veatch, a leading global provider of critical human infrastructure solutions, and Operation Breakthrough Inc., a nonprofit organization in Kansas City, Mo., have launched the Steve Edwards Renewable Energy Lab.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Ørsted Agrees Recognition Agreement With Leading Energy Trade Union Prospect

Sep 6, 2022 11:00 AM ET

The agreement will see Prospect recognised as the sole negotiating body for the terms and conditions of around 450 of Ørsted’s Operations & Maintenance staff, based at sites across the UK including Barrow, Grimsby, Liverpool and Brightlingsea.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Thriving in Business, Thriving in Life: Regions Foundation Helps Wayneisha Walker Promote Mental Wellness

Sep 6, 2022 11:00 AM ET

During National Black Business Month, Regions Bank is highlighting the powerful difference Black entrepreneurs make in our communities.

Education

Discovery Education and Illumina Corporate Foundation Present a New Virtual Field Trip for Students To Explore the Power of DNA

Sep 6, 2022 10:15 AM ET

Discovery Education and The Illumina Corporate Foundation today announced a new virtual experience – Genomics: Decoding the Language of Life Virtual Field Trip – to immerse students in grades 6-12 in the power of DNA.

Energy

Brother’s Brother Foundation Celebrates Clean Energy With Rooftop Solar and EV Chargers

Sep 6, 2022 10:00 AM ET

North Side Pittsburgh-based Brother’s Brother Foundation (BBF) and Green Mountain Energy Sun Club are pleased to announce the activation of BBF’s new EV charging infrastructure and rooftop solar.

Environment

Five Ways Climate Change Is Impacting Humanitarian Crises Around the World

Sep 6, 2022 9:45 AM ET

It is impossible to read the news these days and not be struck by the record-breaking heatwaves, intense wildfires, prolonged droughts, severe storms, and widespread flooding.

Diversity & Inclusion

JEM and Interplicity Announce Partnership To Offer Transformative Leadership and Team Development Programs

Sep 6, 2022 9:00 AM ET

JEM, publisher of Biznology, and Interplicity are partnering to offer leadership and professional development to individuals and organizations, including a new, program using the latest DEI research and methods.

Research, Reports & Publications

Tetra Pak Highlights New Milestones in Latest Sustainability Report

Sep 6, 2022 9:00 AM ET

Tetra Pak published its annual Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s achievements and progress in the last year and detailing the actions to help realise resilient and sustainable food systems.

Events, Media & Communications

This Just In: 3BL Forum Announces Emcees and Speaker Line-Up

Sep 6, 2022 9:00 AM ET

3BL Forum: Brands Taking Stands® –Now What? is excited to announce the emcees who will guide the ‘high octane’ conversations that will take place on October 25 at Pier Sixty, New York.

Events, Media & Communications

The Wall Street Journal's Future of Health

Sep 6, 2022 8:00 AM ET

WSJ’s complimentary event, The Future of Health, takes place online, September 14, from
12:30—2:00 p.m.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Tai's Taco Truck

Sep 2, 2022 7:55 PM ET

New York Mets pitcher Taijuan Walker partnered with The New York Foundling (“The Foundling”) to give out free tacos to fans today at Citi Field, prior to the Mets hosting the Washington Nationals.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

2022 Top Employers for Latino Leaders To Be Honored at the 7th Annual National Latino Leadership Conference

Sep 2, 2022 7:45 PM ET

The Council for Latino Workplace Equity (CLWE), an initiative under the National Diversity Council, will host the Seventh Annual National Latino Leadership Conference on Tuesday, Sept. 20th and Wednesday, Sept. 21st