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Energy

At PSE&G, We're Working Toward Becoming the Utility of the Future Through Cleaner, Safe and More Reliable Energy

Like many sectors, the energy industry is transforming to meet the needs of our customers, society and our planet. Combating climate change requires we change the way electricity is generated and consumed.

Research, Reports & Publications

How Do You Build a Better Future?

The Principal Financial Group® purpose is clear: Foster a world where financial security is accessible for all.

Diversity & Inclusion

International Paper and Always® Head to Washington D.C. to Help #EndPeriodPoverty

International Paper (NYSE: IP), the leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products, and Always, the leader in global menstrual care, have joined forces to address period poverty, an issue facing more than 500 million women

Innovation & Technology

Applied AI: One Helping Hand To Address Environmental Sustainability and Emissions

Here’s how Ericsson is working to lower one part of our supply chain’s carbon footprint by identifying and reducing CO2e emissions by using applied AI to optimize product transportation.

Energy

Webinar Recap: Engaging Supply Chain on Scope 3 for Strategic Advantage

In a recent webinar, Peylina Chu, Senior Vice President at Antea Group, Jing Zhang, and Mandi McReynolds, discussed how companies can plan for, develop, and implement Scope 3 reporting.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

This Mortgage Closing Will Stay With Me Forever

Mortgage Loan Officer Jo Brown had never cried at a home closing before. But she did Jan. 25, when customer Samantha Costello signed the documents to get the keys of her first home in Benton, Kentucky.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The O2, in Partnership With Levy UK and AB InBev, Supports Humanitarian Relief Efforts in Ukraine

Budweiser Brewing Group, a proud part of AB InBev, as the Official Beer Partner of AEG’s The O2, will be bringing Ukraine’s most-loved beer brand, to the world’s most popular music venue, to support the humanitarian relief effort in Ukraine.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

U.S. Navy Reservist Celebrates 14 Years With The Home Depot

Starting out as a lot tech and garden associate in Jacksonville, Florida, Darren Hammerstad had no idea that the part-time job he began as a teenager would lead to a career with The Home Depot.

Events, Media & Communications

SAP and EcoVadis Expand Partnership

A trio of announcements during the SAP Sapphire 2022 event on Tuesday, May 10, highlighted SAP and EcoVadis’ expanding partnership:

Health & Healthcare

P&G Keeping Well-Being a Priority

Protecting the health and safety of P&G people is our first priority. It’s also key to enabling a superior employee experience so we can, in turn, deliver superiority for our customers and consumers.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

MilliporeSigma's Fabien Thibault Named Environment+Energy Leader 100 Honoree

Fabien Thibault, global manager of product and packaging sustainability at MilliporeSigma, the U.S. and Canada Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany was chosen as an Environment+Energy Leader 100 honoree for 2021.

Research, Reports & Publications

Vancity in 2021: Building a Clean and Fair World

In another year of economic uncertainty and recovery, Vancity was able to apply its values-based banking model for the benefit of members, employees, and communities.

Diversity & Inclusion

KeyBank and the First Niagara Foundation Invests $1.5 Million in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program at Oishei Children's Hospital in Buffalo

KeyBank and the First Niagara Foundation, is donating $1.5 million to help further develop an innovative diversity, equity and inclusion program in maternity services at John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Net Impact Announces 2021-2022 Chapter of the Year Winners

Net Impact announces the 2021-2022 Chapter of the Year Winners!

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

South Bronx Early College Academy and The Longwood Academy of Discovery in Bronx, NY Celebrate Official Opening of Hydroponic Classrooms

On April 28 and 29, South Bronx Early College Academy (SBECA) and The Longwood Academy of Discovery celebrated the official opening of their hydroponic-farm classrooms.

Research, Reports & Publications

Expedia Group's Annual Inclusion & Diversity Report Reveals Steady Strides in Its Inclusive Journey

Expedia Group today released its second annual Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) Report.

Events, Media & Communications

Operationalizing ESG Communications for Your Private Equity Firm's Limited Partners

3BL Media breaks down what PE firms need to know about ESG communications. Explore more resources at our Private Equity Hub.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

CFOs: Time To Step Up as Sustainability Leaders

Amid the increased prominence of sustainability in policymaking and legislation, there is a huge opportunity for Chief Finance Officers to take the lead in corporate accountability.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Tork Heavy-Duty Cleaning Cloth, 99% Biobased, Receives Two Amsterdam Innovation Awards 2022

The innovative and sustainable cleaning cloth for multipurpose usage which helps to lower environment impact while improving efficiency, is this year’s overall and category winner of the Amsterdam Innovation Award.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

RMEL Energy Association Names Black & Veatch's Becca Schmidt `Emerging Leader'

Becca Schmidt, who directs engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) proposals in the renewable energy business of Black & Veatch, has been named an emerging leader by RMEL, an energy trade association that provides education and networking services to the electric utility industry.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Coach Announces (Re)Loved Craftsperson Apprenticeship Program

The Coach (Re)Loved Craftsperson Apprenticeship Program will teach apprentices the necessary skills to transform pre-loved Coach bags into newly reimagined and restored bags for resale.

Green Infrastructure

DHL's CO2 Savings to Soar With Sustainable Aviation Fuel Deal

​DHL Express is to purchase more than 800 million litres of low-carbon Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in a landmark agreement, making it one of the biggest SAF aviation deals to date.

Green Infrastructure

Reshaping Water Use Using Technology

In support of Dow’s 2025 World-Leading Operations Goal to reduce its freshwater intake intensity by 20% at key water-stressed sites, the site in Böhlen, Germany, had started a collaboration project called “Reshape water use.”

Innovation & Technology

Google Voice Scams Continue to Target Consumers

Google voice scams are on the rise. NortonLifeLock Cares partners with Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) to support identity theft research, awareness-raising efforts, and victim support services.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Letters: Path Out of Poverty Runs Through Early Childhood Education (The Advocate)

Over half (57%) of Louisiana children lived in financial hardship pre-pandemic — the HIGHEST rate in the nation — according to a new report from Louisiana United Ways, United For ALICE and Entergy Corp.

Latest Campaigns

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  3. Tapestry I The Power of Our People
    We aim to foster a culture of purpose and fulfillment at Tapestry by embedding equity, inclusion and diversity throughout our organization, and...
  4. AEG Celebrates Inclusion
    At AEG, we embrace inclusion and strive to create a workplace where our employees feel welcomed, valued and respected for the viewpoints, ideas...
  5. Kingfisher Around the World
    The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...
  6. License to Operate
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  7. Goals That Inspire: Positive Social Impact
    Through our Goals That Inspire we strive to make a positive difference in our communities by relying on our ability to understand their needs and then...
  8. 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...
  9. International Paper | HEALTHY & ABUNDANT FORESTS
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  10. Recognition of our Company
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  11. PotlatchDeltic 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report
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  12. Climate Stabilization
    SCS is working to advance climate accounting and reporting based on the latest climate science to help stabilize climate below temperature thresholds...
  13. Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games
    The vision of Paris 2024 Paris 2024 will see a new vision of Olympism in action, delivered in a unique spirit of international celebration. We will...
  14. 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...
  15. PSEG People & Communities
    PSEG is committed to improving the lives of our customers, our employees and the diverse communities we serve throughout New Jersey and Long Island...