Diversity & Inclusion

PayPal Partners With CodeHouse, INROADS and National Association of Black Accountants to Mentor and Recruit Black and Diverse Talent

Feb 25, 2021 12:20 PM ET

PayPal Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL) today announced that it has entered into multi-year partnerships with CodeHouse, INROADS and the National Association of Black Accountants to develop and hire Black and diverse talent.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Home Depot Foundation Commits up to $500,000 in Response to Recent Winter Storms

Feb 25, 2021 11:45 AM ET

The Home Depot Foundation announced today that it is committing up to $500,000 to aid with immediate relief efforts and short- and long-term recovery for communities impacted by historic winter storms, Uri and Viola.

Diversity & Inclusion

Alkermes Celebrates Black Medical Pioneers

Feb 25, 2021 11:40 AM ET

In honor of Black History Month, we celebrate Black medical pioneers who have helped to improve the health of millions and pay tribute to a few of these trailblazers in the oncology field and cancer research.

Energy

Getting Familiar With Smart Meters

Feb 25, 2021 11:30 AM ET

Recently, the state authorized PSE&G to implement smart meters and the plan is for all of our customers to have them by 2024.

Education

Igniting A Passion for STEM

Feb 25, 2021 11:00 AM ET

The spark that lit Joy’s passion for engineering occurred during her high school orientation. Her passion for electrical engineering eventually led to her participation in a hackathon where she and a friend met Qualcomm campus recruiting team lead.

Diversity & Inclusion

In the Face of Adversity, Authenticity and Fearlessness Led Brittany to Success

Feb 25, 2021 10:30 AM ET

Brittany Lee often felt that people from her community were not supposed to “make it.” It seemed like the cards were stacked against her from the start.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

SCS Global Services Welcomes Safety and Sustainability Market Veterans to Its Ranks

Feb 25, 2021 10:30 AM ET

SCS Global Services is proud to announce the addition of five new experts to its senior management staff. Industry veterans Carey Allen, Henning Bloech, Jenny Oorbeck, Vik Ahuja and Tom Ehart have joined the fold

Education

Junior Achievement Launches JA BizTown Adventures™

Feb 25, 2021 10:15 AM ET

Today Junior Achievement USA (JA) announced the launch of JA BizTown Adventures™, an online experience that helps younger students explore business ownership and various job and career roles.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Ethisphere Names Cummins to World's Most Ethical Companies List

Feb 25, 2021 10:15 AM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

As Sustainability Gains Urgency, ESG Strategy Takes Center Stage

Feb 25, 2021 10:15 AM ET

“Companies with strong profiles on material sustainability issues have potential to outperform those with poor profiles.” - Blackrock Sustainability Report

Diversity & Inclusion

Franklin Templeton Part of Corporate Call to Action, Commitment to Disclose Expanded Workforce Data

Feb 25, 2021 10:05 AM ET

In October 2020, Franklin Templeton announced that we were joining the Coalition for Equity & Opportunity (CEO), an effort led by The Office of Treasurer Shawn T. Wooden and the Ford Foundation to address racial inequity and promote economic prosperity for all.

Health & Healthcare

Rare Answers™: A System to Improve Patient Outcomes

Feb 25, 2021 10:00 AM ET

At Alexion, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is an inherent part of everything we do and supports our mission to transform the lives of people affected by rare diseases and devastating conditions.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

American Airlines Names Adriane M. Brown To Its Board of Directors

Feb 25, 2021 9:30 AM ET

“Adriane has extensive board experience in a range of industries, and her expertise in the technology, industrial and ESG sectors will be a welcome addition to our boardroom and a tremendous asset for our company.”

Education

P&G Helps Address Education's Digital Divide

Feb 25, 2021 9:20 AM ET

The Take On Race coalition of leading companies will help eliminate inequities by providing access and advancement for people of color.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Wells Fargo Donates $500,000 for Winter Storm Relief in Texas

Feb 25, 2021 9:05 AM ET

The devastating effects of several winter storms have left millions of Texans dealing with costly home damages and limited access to food and water.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

ZLI and Wild Welfare Partner for Animal Welfare

Feb 25, 2021 9:00 AM ET

The Zoological Lighting Institute™ (ZLI) announced today new partnership agreement with the pre-eminent, UK based charity Wild Welfare. Partnership initiatives center upon important relationships of light and animal welfare, specifically aimed at improving the conditions of animal care in zoos and aquariums, seeking to benefit sustainable community development.

Energy

New Duke Energy Subsidiary, eTransEnergy, to Help Companies and Cities Transition Commercial Fleets to Electric Vehicles

Feb 25, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) today announced a major step to help large businesses and municipalities with all the planning, financing, acquisition and deployment services to electrify their fleets.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Barron's Recognizes Rockwell Automation on 100 Most Sustainable Companies List

Feb 25, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Rockwell Automation was once again named to Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies list, moving up 19 spots to 72nd for its performance for shareholders, employees, customers, community, and the planet.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Food Drive Helps Workers Impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic

Feb 25, 2021 8:10 AM ET

"It's really our obligation to give back to our local communities where we live and work. And frankly, we use a lot of the restaurants in Philadelphia for many of our out of town guests that come in.

Research, Reports & Publications

AmerisourceBergen Releases 2020 Global Sustainability Report to Share Progress and Impact on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Priorities

Feb 25, 2021 8:00 AM ET

AmerisourceBergen, a global healthcare company, released its 2020 Global Sustainability Report and ESG Reporting Index, detailing the impact of its robust sustainability and community efforts.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Partnership, Inc. Launches New North Carolina Mid-Career Leadership Accelerator Program

Feb 25, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

New Episode of Healthy Spaces with Trane Technologies: Healthy Spaces and the Changing Social Contract

Feb 25, 2021 7:00 AM ET

Maximizing shareholder value is so last century! Stakeholder capitalism is here to stay and it's changing our organizations for the better. So, why does it matter for healthy spaces?

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PayPal Relief Efforts for Southern Storms: How You Can Help

Feb 24, 2021 6:20 PM ET

Your donations will help organizations that are providing emergency shelters, medical supplies, food, clothing and other forms of support.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Whole Planet Foundation Is Funding Women Entrepreneurs

Feb 24, 2021 4:40 PM ET

This online, two-day event aims to include 1,000 participants and raise $85,000 to support economic equality for 2,500 more people working hard to escape poverty.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

CNH Industrial Announces Unprecedented Support for Brazilian Social Responsibility Projects in 2021

Feb 24, 2021 4:00 PM ET

CNH Industrial has a longstanding commitment to furthering sustainability in Brazil, not only in terms of the products it produces, but also more broadly in communities across the country.