Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Environment

Adoption of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)

The European Union Council announced it had adopted the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) that aims to minimise the risk of deforestation and forest degradation associated with products placed on or exported from the EU market.

Corporate Responsibility

Empowering Change Through Decentralization

As we look at the world today, it is clear that the pace of change has increased. Gone are the days when we could experience periods of stability between disruptions. Now, change is perpetual, pervasive, and exponential.

AI & Technology

Can Alternative Fuels Power Carbon-Neutral Farming?

When you think about vehicle innovations that can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the internal combustion engine is likely the last thing on your mind. But New Holland Agriculture recently launched a new tractor onto the market that utilizes just such a powertrain.

Inclusion & Opportunity

GoDaddy's 2022 Diversity and Pay Parity Annual Report: The Specifics - Representation

Teams comprised of people with different identities, backgrounds and experiences attract and retain more diverse talent, build better products and services, help inspire customer loyalty, and enable collaboration and innovation.

Environment

Bloomberg Impact Report 2022: Reducing Our Emissions

Bloomberg's environmental performance targets are aligned with multinational efforts to limit the global temperature rise to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels and avoid catastrophic climate change.

Environment

The Power of Community Tourism: Planeterra’s Mission To Turn Travel Into Impact

Planeterra is the world’s leading nonprofit using tourism to uplift communities around the world.

Socially Responsible Investing

Green Ledger: Where Carbon and Financial Accounting Unite

Existing approaches to climate change aren’t doing enough, especially when most of your emissions are stuck in your supply chain.

AI & Technology

Cummins and Heliox To Partner on EV Charging Solutions for Fleet Customers

Global power technology leader Cummins Inc. and Heliox, a supplier of fast-charging solutions, have signed an agreement to provide both the sale and service of electric vehicle chargers in North America.

Environment

380 New Species Discovered in Mekong Region, WWF Reports

A color-changing lizard, a thick-thumbed bat, a poisonous snake named after a Chinese mythological goddess, an orchid that looks like a muppet, and a tree frog with skin that resembles thick moss are five of the 380 new species described by scientists in the Greater Mekong region

Environment

Franklin Templeton Employees Celebrate Earth Day

Franklin Templeton employees commemorated Earth Day in a variety of ways, including planting trees, cleaning up parks and beaches and participating in educational events.

Education & Workforce Development

Professional Development Resources From Discovery Education To Support Educators All Summer Long

To help educators prepare for the next school year with the latest and best practices in teaching, Discovery Education presents a curated collection of professional development resources covering an array of topic areas.

Corporate Responsibility

Aflac Extends Wing of Support After Town Sign Is Stolen

As visitors enter the town of Flanders, New York, they’re greeted with a sign that features “The Big Duck,” a white, Peking duck not unlike the one featured in Aflac’s logo.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Cisco: Inclusive Leadership via Language

As leaders we are not only responsible for delivering business outcomes but ensuring that our team culture supports and accelerates them. As the leader of Cisco Innovation Labs, diversity of thought, inclusion, and belonging all unlock my team’s potential.

Awards & Rankings

Cummins India Limited Honored for Environmental Management

Cummins India Limited (CIL) has received the Excellence in Environmental Management award for the manufacturing sector from the Confederation of Indian Industry - ITC Center for Excellence.

Corporate Responsibility

Thinking Globally, Acting Locally: Engaging a Diverse Workforce

In light of World Day for Cultural Diversity, Gildan shares how operating in 12 countries comes to life through its diverse workforce of close to 50,000 employees and strong local hiring practices.

Awards & Rankings

Medtronic Designated as a “3+” Company in the 50/50 Women on Boards Gender Diversity Directory™

We know that to effectively serve patients of all backgrounds, our teams in all areas of our business —including at the most senior levels — must reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

Philanthropy

We Love Teachers! The Coach Foundation Says Thank You to the Educators Helping Their Students “Dream It Real”

The Coach Foundation surprised over 1,500 teachers with Coach, kate spade New York, and Stuart Weitzman product as part of National Teacher Appreciation Week.

Philanthropy

Rebuilding After Disaster: Amory High School Receives 75FOR75 Sports Matter Grant

On March 24, deadly tornadoes swept through Amory. One storm went right through the high school, seriously damaging the building and destroying all the athletic facilities.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Driving Inclusion With Digital Design, Technology and Workplace Accessibility at Northern Trust

On May 18, our organization, led by our employee led Disability Business Resource Council, recognized Global Accessibility Day 2023.

Environment

Leveraging Partnerships, Technology, and Design To Enhance Water Quality Through the Inaugural Aquality App

Together with IBM, Deltares is working to enhance and expand the reach of its Aquality app, formerly called the Nitrate app. The tool can help farmers improve water quality, protect biodiversity, save on fertilizer costs and make farming practices more sustainable.

Research & Reports

GoDaddy Venture Forward | Spring 2023 U.S. National Survey Results

Launched in 2018, GoDaddy Venture Forward is a research initiative that quantifies the impact 20+ million online microbusinesses have on their local economies and provides a unique view into the attitudes, demographics, and needs of these entrepreneurs.

Corporate Responsibility

ESG Talk: Responsible Investing for a Sustainable Economy

Erin Bigley, chief responsibility officer at AllianceBernstein, pulls back the curtain on transparency and decision making in asset management. Erin and Mandi McReynolds, Workiva’s vice president of global ESG, discuss the realities of corporate greenwashing, measuring and managi

Philanthropy

Coming Together on the Journey to End Parkinson’s

As far as epic journeys go, 1.2 miles is pretty manageable and quite lovely.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Slice of Life Spotlight Series: Trish Baney

As part of our journey to build a ‘Culture of Connection’ that is more equitable, inclusive and where everyone feels like they belong, we are kicking off our “Slice of Life” employee spotlight series.

Philanthropy

Comcast Awards Over $25M to Digital Skills Organizations, Creating a More Inclusive Workforce and Economy

Comcast Corporation announced a total award of more than $25 million to hundreds of community organizations to help provide the resources and support needed for building a stronger, more equitable workforce.

Latest Campaigns

AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism

AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...

Opportunity for All

At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...

Cascale Governance

Cascale shares updates from its Board of Directors who serve as the principal governing body and are responsible for setting the strategic direction...

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...

Wesco Cares

Life-changing events can happen to any of us, often when we least expect them. Employees in need can turn to the Wesco Cares. Its mission is to be an...

People

As a family-owned business, Bacardi values the importance of creating a warm and welcoming workplace. We do so by fostering an environment where...

SustainabilityHQ.com Weekly Highlights

Highlighting the top news, commentary, and research for the week coming from SHQ. The highlights newsletter also spotlights one profiled organization...

2025 Performance Report

Entergy’s 2025 performance report, “Energy for a better future” presents an overview of our company’s 2025 achievements, future plans and strategies...

Corporate Social Responsibility

Corporate Social Responsibility

License to Operate

Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...