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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

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Research, Reports & Publications

Nasdaq EU Omnibus Proposal Resource Hub

On February 26, 2025, the European Commission (EC) proposed several highly anticipated initiatives, including the Sustainability Omnibus proposal, also called the First Omnibus.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Wesco Named to Fortune’s World's Most Admired Companies 2025

Wesco has been named to this prestigious list of international companies since 2022 and was ranked #3 in its industry category of “Wholesalers: Diversified” this year.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Truist Foundation Announces Six Finalists for Third Inspire Awards

Truist Foundation today announced the six finalists for its third Inspire Awards, a grant program supporting nonprofit organizations that are pioneering workforce development solutions for adults in the middle or later stages of their careers.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

As Part of Bicentennial Celebration, KeyBank Foundation Launches Grant Program for Community Development Financial Institutions

In celebration of KeyBank’s Bicentennial, the KeyBank Foundation is proud to announce a special grant program designed to strengthen Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) that play a critical role in advancing affordable housing and small business development.

Diversity & Inclusion

Women’s History Month Spotlight: Sands China’s Luísa de Braganca Shares the Experiences and Work-Life Tenets That Have Made Her Successful

As part of Women’s History Month 2025, Sands is showcasing the insights of successful women throughout the company. Luísa de Bragança joined Sands China in 2017 as assistant general counsel and now serves as senior assistant general counsel.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Cascale CEO Calls for Sustainability in Sporting Goods at FESI Conference Keynote

At the recent Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry annual conference in Brussels, Cascale CEO Colin Browne gave a keynote speech on the state of the sports and outdoor goods industry and the importance of prioritizing sustainability to combat the climate crisis.

Environment

Assurant Collaborates With Arbor Day Foundation and AT&T To Reforest Critical California Ecosystem

As part of the initiative, every phone, tablet or device traded-in to AT&T online or in-store during the month of April will support the planting of a tree in the Placerville Nursery for California Wildfire Reforestation, the only forest service nursery in the state.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Cummins Promotes Five Experienced Leaders to Vice President

Cummins Inc. is pleased to announce the promotion of five exceptional leaders to the position of Vice President, effective March 1, 2025.

Innovation & Technology

NATS and Leidos Mark 10 Years of TBS

The success of TBS is a testament to the power of collaboration between industry leaders.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Driving Sustainable Water Use in Operations

Henkel Adhesive Technologies (HAT) supports World Water Day by promoting water efficiency. Despite North America's perceived water abundance, challenges like droughts make water conservation critical.

Environment

International Paper: One Million Acres of Forestland Conserved

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC), the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, announced it exceeded its sustainability goal of conserving and restoring 1 million acres of ecologically significant forestland.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Nourishing Community and Lowering Energy Burdens in Dewey City

With deep community roots and an eye toward climate justice, Thomasville Community Development Corporation is doing more than just improving housing or access to local produce—they're restoring a neighborhood's spirit.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Elanco Expands Huningue Site to Support Latest Pet Health Innovations

Recently, Elanco marked a significant milestone at its Huningue, France site by breaking ground on a 5,000 sq/m site expansion project.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Duke Energy Offers $500,000 To Support South Carolina First Responders

South Carolina government agencies and nonprofits can now apply for grants up to $20,000 to fund training, life-saving equipment and innovative technology to aid in weather-related disaster planning and recovery operations.

Diversity & Inclusion

Women’s History Month Spotlight: Marina Bay Sands' Penny Lo Outlines Her Career Journey and Key Learnings

During Women’s History Month 2025, Sands is featuring women who help drive the company’s success and exemplify its culture of advancement. Penny Lo joined Marina Bay Sands in 2010 as associate general counsel

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Essity on CDP’s Prestigious A List for Climate

The hygiene and health company Essity has been awarded a place on the global non-profit environmental organization CDP's "A List" for its leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Creating a Domestic Supply Chain of Critical Minerals for the United States

Chemours Titanium Technologies President Damián Gumpel recently joined U.S. leaders in Washington, D.C., to discuss how the company can best support the nation’s goal of significantly increasing the domestic supply of critical minerals.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Progress With Plastics for Boston’s Biotech Labs

In the biotechnology sector, innovation extends beyond medical discoveries to include approaches for managing environmental impact.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Named to America’s Most Innovative Companies 2025 by Fortune

America’s Most Innovative Companies honors 300 companies, headquartered in the United States, transforming industries from the inside out. The list’s ranking is built on three pillars: product innovation, process innovation and innovation culture.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Sysco Houston Powers the Livestock Show & Rodeo, Feeding 2.5 Million and Donating Leftovers to Houston Food Bank

Feeding 2.5 million people over three weeks is no small task—but our Sysco Houston team makes it happen. From months of planning to supporting a diverse food scene, Sysco is proud to fuel the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

Energy

BioStar Renewables Partners With Seaboard Energy To Power Renewable Diesel Plant With 15 MW Solar Array in Hugoton, KS

The solar project is capable of producing more than 30 million kWh of electricity each year, reducing the reliance on the local utility, as well as displacing more than 21,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent emissions per year.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Action Against Hunger Condemns Air Strikes on a Health Center It Supports

On the night of April 1 to 2, US-led air strikes hit a health center supported by Action Against Hunger (ACF) in northwestern Yemen. These attacks are part of a worrying upsurge in hostilities in the poorest country on the Arabian Peninsula.

Innovation & Technology

New Holland IntelliSense™ Baler System Recognized With Davidson Prize for Engineering Innovation

CNH brand, New Holland, received a Davidson Prize for Engineering Innovation.

IntelliSense™ technology, a new option for New Holland's BigBaler high-density (HD) balers, helps operators increase productivity, bale quality, fuel efficiency and comfort.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Regions Bank Named 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner

Regions Bank is proud to announce it has received the 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for employee engagement. This award recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world. This is the 11th year Regions has been recognized by Gallup.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Beyond Borders: The Human Impact of Trump's Global Tariffs

The textile and apparel industry woke up today facing more questions than answers.

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