Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Food and Beverage Manufacturing: 6 Trends to Watch

Jan 4, 2022 11:15 AM ET

Like a powerful locomotive, the food and beverage manufacturing industry has incredible forward momentum, driven by innovative new processes and products.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

ESG Commitments Maintain Strong Positioning in Sustainability Rankings

Jan 4, 2022 11:15 AM ET

If you’re going to talk the talk, you need to walk the walk.

It’s been just over a year since Enbridge committed to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2050.

Environment

Majority of People Support Carbon Removal Investment to Help Combat Climate Change

Jan 4, 2022 10:30 AM ET

A survey of 1,500 respondents was conducted by climate services firm BeZero Carbon and research company Stack Data Strategy following COP26, with 45 per cent of people revealing they want such an investment, even if it impacts business revenue.

Diversity & Inclusion

Military Veterans Strengthen SAIC Inside and Out

Jan 4, 2022 10:15 AM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Company Provides Funds for Local NAACP Scholarship

Jan 4, 2022 9:10 AM ET

The late Barbara Powell would have been proud.

Powell was president of the Incorporated Village of Hempstead branch of the NAACP (the oldest on Long Island) from 1970-1996, and a fixture in the community.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Shaping the Future of Sustainable Supply Chains

Jan 4, 2022 9:00 AM ET

This short film brings perspectives from the buyer and supplier communities opening up on their challenges and ambitions, and how adopting reliable sustainability ratings as the key tool to move them forward along their sustainability journey.

Health & Healthcare

Medical Expenses Dampen Holiday Cheer for Many Families

Jan 4, 2022 9:00 AM ET

Although the holidays typically are one of the most joyous times of the year, it also can be a time of great stress for some families.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Land Betterment Sets Goal to Offers Next 18 ekō Homes to Members of Dawson Springs, Kentucky School System

Jan 4, 2022 8:40 AM ET

Land Betterment Corporation (“Land Betterment” or the “Company”) has set its next goal of offering an additional 18 ekō homes to members of the Dawson Springs, Kentucky School System.

Education

Networking Academy Success Stories: Chef Turned Cybersecurity Analyst, and More

Jan 4, 2022 8:20 AM ET

Cisco Networking Academy is providing a powerful skills-to-job pathway for learners around the world to these in-demand jobs. I had the opportunity to speak with alumni who work in the field to learn how it helped get them to where they are today.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Whirlpool Corporation's Fall River Operations Team Gives Back This Holiday Season

Jan 4, 2022 8:20 AM ET

Last week, our Fall River Operations team provided turkeys to the local United Way to distribute to multiple families.

Sustainable Development Goals

Why Water Sustainability Is Central to the Success of the SDGs

Jan 4, 2022 8:15 AM ET

What are the strategies and practical solutions that businesses and institutions can implement the world over, to ensure that water – the most precious resource on Earth – is managed sustainably?

Environment

Ecocentricity Blog: And the Award Goes To...

Jan 3, 2022 5:30 PM ET

Women sweep UN’s 2021 ‘Champions of the Earth’ awards

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Cadence Named to America's Most Responsible Companies for 2022 by Newsweek

Jan 3, 2022 3:00 PM ET

Excited to announce that Cadence has been named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies for 2022 by Newsweek!

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

#ThankYouForward in Dallas: Regions Bank Salutes Community Heroes Helping Homeless and At-Risk Youth

Jan 3, 2022 2:50 PM ET

Regions Bank is saying thanks to the dedicated employees of Promise House in Dallas, with a bonus incentive for them to give thanks of their own to others who may follow their lead helping homeless and at-risk youth.

Environment

CooperCompanies Environmental Achievements in Puerto Rico

Jan 3, 2022 2:45 PM ET

CooperVision Puerto Rico continued to build on its legacy of environmental stewardship, achieving the globally recognized LEED® Silver green building certification.

Education

Students Majoring in STEM Studies at Clark Atlanta University, Spelman College and Morehouse College Receive Scholarships

Jan 3, 2022 1:45 PM ET

According to the Association of American Medical Colleges, only 7% of medical students, 6% of medical school graduates, and only 5% of physicians are Black.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Ørsted Scores 'A' on Gold Standard Climate Action List - Again

Jan 3, 2022 1:20 PM ET

Ørsted was recognised by CDP for its actions to cut emissions, mitigate climate risks, and help develop the low-carbon economy, based on the data reported by the company through CDP’s 2021 climate change questionnaire.

Diversity & Inclusion

Assurance Wireless to Participate in New Federal Affordable Connectivity Program

Jan 3, 2022 9:00 AM ET

Everyone deserves access to high-speed internet, regardless of their income. To ensure financially challenged households stay connected to their world, Assurance Wireless will be participating in the government’s new Affordable Connectivity Program.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Vinyl Sustainability Council Presents the 2021 Recycling Award to Ronald Mark Associates

Jan 3, 2022 9:00 AM ET

Working with Norwich Plastics, RMA was able to develop this new compound that is comprised of 50%-60% pre-consumer recycled content by weight. Since the inception of this compound

Environment

Tetra Tech's Jim McQuarrie Discusses Supporting Community Resilience and a Circular Economy Through Water Innovation

Jan 3, 2022 8:00 AM ET

Jim McQuarrie is Tetra Tech’s One Water innovation lead and a professional engineer with more than 25 years of experience serving the municipal wastewater industry in both public and private sector roles.

Innovation & Technology

Behind the Wheel: A Sustainable Vintage

Dec 30, 2021 4:00 PM ET

“Welcome to the most beautiful place in the world,” beams Andrea Farinetti, owner of the prestigious Fontanafredda vineyard in the Langhe wine-growing region of northern Italy.

Social Impact & Volunteering

This January, Join Mentor, the Unifying Champion of the Mentoring Movement, in Celebrating National Mentoring Month

Dec 30, 2021 2:00 PM ET

January is National Mentoring Month, a time for Americans to celebrate the power of relationships to drive meaningful change and call for the expansion of quality mentoring opportunities for our young people.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Wrapping up 2021 the Un-Carrier Way

Dec 30, 2021 2:00 PM ET

Even with 2022 right around the corner, T-Mobile isn’t ready to close the book on its 2021 Season of Giving quite yet. The Un-carrier is continuing to support the communities it serves with even more donations to cap off the year.

Health & Healthcare

Quest Diagnostics Participates in the Choose Health Life Black Clergy Conclave

Dec 30, 2021 11:15 AM ET

Quest Diagnostics was honored to collaborate with Choose Health Life and the United Way of New York City on the Choose Healthy Life Black Clergy Conclave.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Lenovo Employees in China Make a Difference with Every Step

Dec 30, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Through the Love On Running Club, Lenovo employees in China are motivated to run knowing that every step they are helping a child in need. The club has chosen to benefit children with disabilities and delivered funding to support STEM education.