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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."

Events, Media & Communications

Climate Action in 2021: The Year of Breakthroughs?

During this session, we’ll discuss how companies have successfully taken leadership on climate action. Walk away with clear, actionable steps to help you speed up on your climate journey and build resilience within your organization.

Health & Healthcare

IWBI Launches Global Network of Advisors to Advance Health Equity Worldwide

The International WELL Building Institute today announced the launch of its new IWBI Health Equity Advisory to help accelerate its vision for everyone to have a fair and just opportunity to be as healthy as possible. The Advisory will...

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Siemens Foundation and Northern Trust to Invest $10M in Community Development Financial Institutions to Support Racial and Social Equity in Underserved Communities

The Siemens Foundation and Northern Trust today announced a commitment of $10 million to two Community Development Financial Institutions Funds (CDFI) to support racial and social equity in underserved communities.

Environment

CNH Industrial India Helping To Overcome Challenges Associated With Stubble Burning in India

CNH Industrial India, in collaboration with IARI, is providing agricultural equipment (tractors, balers, mulchers, rakes), financial support and technical support to develop a holistic solution for straw and crop residue management.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Victory Hemp Launches Campaign to Finance Regenerative Hemp Production

Victory Hemp has partnered with Steward, the world's first CrowdFarming platform™, to launch a campaign to finance regenerative hemp grain production. Crowdfunding through Steward is set up as a loan, not a donation, so everyday people can invest in sustainable agriculture and earn healthy returns.

Education

2021 Possibility Grant Sweepstakes From Siemens Foundation and Discovery Now Open Offering Five Title 1 Schools $25,000 Total for STEM Initiatives

The 2021 Possibility Grant Sweepstakes, which offers five Title 1 K-12 schools across the United States an opportunity to win a $5,000 STEM grant to purchase supplies and technology for any STEM-related initiative, is now accepting entries here.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Make a Difference: Volunteer

Virtual volunteering has emerged as an important way for people to connect to their communities. Hear from Kumar Lakshminarayan on how he continues to support Team Everest’s work to provide quality education to financially challenged children.

Diversity & Inclusion

Disney General Entertainment Content Writing Program Names 2021 Participants

Disney General Entertainment Content (DGE) proudly announces the 13 writers selected for its 2021 writing program and names the recipient of Disney Channel’s Eunetta T. Boone Comedy Writer’s Scholarship, established last year by the network in honor of the late writer/producer for diverse and aspiring comedy writers.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

3 Stressors That Will Knock You Off Your Compliance Track

Antea Group discusses 3 stressors you should be aware of that could knock you off your compliance track in 2021. They include personnel changes, lack of resources, and integration of a company and processes after an acquisition. Find out more.

Environment

Tire Particles: Looking at The Big Picture Through (Very Small) Particles

As public concern over environmental pollution evolves and focuses on new areas, businesses continue to seek solutions. Some aspects of the problem, like cutting down on disposable plastic bottles or reducing emissions, have been studied extensively.

Media & Communications

Social Value & Social Return on Investment (SROI) Training Increasingly Essential for Credible ESG, UNSDG, Sustainability Reporting

Social Value & Social Return on Investment (SROI) Accredited Practitioner training is the essential course for all working to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This includes sustainability experts, ESG leads, impact investors, academics, evaluators and charitable, non-profit and social enterprise program leads.

Diversity & Inclusion

Aramark Launches Chef Spotlight to Celebrate Diverse Culinary Talent

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK), the largest U.S.-based food service company, today launched Chef Spotlight, a program that celebrates the diverse culinary talent within the Company and spotlights the chefs who have had an impact on the organization and its guests.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Telemundo 44 and Comcast Present Latin American Youth Center with 200 Laptops & Complimentary Internet Essentials Service for Families

This initiative ties into Comcast’s broader mission to help close the digital divide and is one facet of Telemundo’s holiday campaign, Felices Fiestas, which celebrates the value of relationships and hope for the future.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

International Paper Vicksburg Mill Awards $70,000 in Foundation Grants to Community Organizations

The International Paper Vicksburg Mill awarded $70,000 in International Paper Foundation grants to 15 area non-profits in 2020.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Duke Energy Establishes Relationship with Optus Bank to Support Minority-Owned Businesses

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) announced today it has deposited $5 million into Optus Bank, a Black-owned bank based in South Carolina, furthering the company’s support for diverse and minority-owned businesses, individuals and low income communities.

Sustainable Development Goals

Owens Corning 2030 Goals: Expanding Our Product Handprint

Product Handprint Aspiration: Offer the most recognized and preferred products for sustainability.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Truist Foundation Awards $1 Million Grant for Transportation Center at Trident Tech

The Truist Foundation has awarded the Trident Technical College Foundation a $1 million grant to support the college’s effort to create the Truist Transportation and Logistics Center on the college’s Berkeley Campus in Moncks Corner.

Health & Healthcare

Simon Achieves WELL Health-Safety Rating

Simon announced today its achievement of the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)’s WELL Health-Safety Rating for Facility Operations and Management for over 200 properties in the company’s portfolio. As a leader in the retail sector...

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