Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Social Impact & Volunteering

Action for Healthy Kids, Kellogg Company Fund Partner to Launch Expanded Bilingual Child Health Resource Library for Schools and Communities

Action for Healthy Kids, a nationwide grassroots non-profit that mobilizes family-school partnerships to prepare kids to be healthy in body and mind, has announced the launch of an expanded comprehensive, digital bilingual resource library.

Environment

CooperCompanies' Vision Business Posts Industry-Leading First-Year Results for Plastic Neutral Contact Lens Program

One year after CooperVision established the first plastic neutral contact lens though a trailblazing partnership with Plastic Bank® the program has made a significant environmental and social impact worldwide.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Republic Services Named to Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies List for 2022

Republic Services, Inc. has been named to Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies list for the fourth time in five years, climbing to No. 33.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

CGF Partners With Economist Impact's 9th Annual World Ocean Summit: CGF Sustainability Director to Speak on Plastic Waste

Next month, The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) Sustainability Director Ignacio Gavilan will be speaking at Economist Impact’s World Ocean Summit 2022.

Health & Healthcare

IWBI and Humanity 2.0 Announce Collaboration to Amplify the Role of Health and Humanity Across the Investment Landscape

The International WELL Building Institute, the premier organization focused on deploying people-first places to advance a global culture of health, announced today it is collaborating with Humanity 2.0.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

PepsiCo Has Thirst for Circular Economy Goal

PepsiCo Europe has announced ambitious plans to banish virgin fossil-based plastic in its entire range of crisp and chip bags by 2030.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bacardi Is A Great Place To Work® And A Great Place To Make Iconic Spirits

Bacardi is celebrating achieving Great Place to Work® certification at all its production sites worldwide, as its Global Operations team of almost 4,000 employees praise the family atmosphere, positive work-life balance and exceptional facilities.

Health & Healthcare

For Individuals With Bipolar 1 Disorder Finding the Right Treatment Can Be a Long and Difficult Process

Our recent survey conducted with Harris Poll and Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance found that many individuals with Bipolar 1 disorder felt that finding the right treatment can be a long and difficult process.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

FedEx and American Red Cross: 2022 Halo Award Finalists

FedEx and the American Red Cross celebrate their recognition as Engage for Good 2022 Halo Award finalists in two categories, Health and Activism/Advocacy.

Media & Communications

Emissions Targets Set by Large Firms: Promises Made - Promises Kept?

“Put your stakes in the ground to set expectations with your company’s investors and other stakeholders.” That is among the pieces of expert advice often offered to newly-named CEOs.

Diversity & Inclusion

Get to Know Monique Phillips and Her Vision for BOLD

Monique Phillips, global lead of the Black Organization for Leadership & Development (BOLD), tells us about BOLD’s mission and her goals for the group moving forward.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Purpose 360 Podcast eBook Uncovers 75+ Insights From Business Leaders

Leading podcast Purpose 360, hosted by purpose pioneer Carol Cone, today released the second edition of its eBook series, featuring a special section on Paul Polman, former Unilever CE0, and insights from 25 other guests.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

A Collaborative Partnership: Whole Planet and Kasperick Foundations Visit Friendship Bridge in Guatemala

The Kasperick Foundation, which provided $300,000 as loan capital for the project, joined the field visit to see the impact of their generous funds. In-person visits like these deepen our relationships with our partners, fostering greater collaboration and allyship.

Innovation & Technology

Health Tech in 2022

The traditional healthcare model has become more agile and connected seemingly overnight, just as technology — like Abbott’s COVID-19 rapid tests and FreeStyle Libre system — is empowering people to take ownership of their health like never before.

Innovation & Technology

Time for a Home Tech Upgrade? Here's How To Do It Safely and Responsibly

Learn how to protect your data and reduce environmental impact when you’re ready for a new device.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Aflac Expands Distribution of Award-winning Social Robot to Help Kids With Sickle Cell Disease

Sickle cell disease impacts more than 100,000 Americans, primarily affecting African Americans and many who are children.

Research, Reports & Publications

Accounting Today Reports: PwC Teams with Workiva on ESG Reporting

Both PwC and Workiva have partnered for several years on using Extensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) technology for financial reporting and filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Environment

Ecocentricity Blog: Cooking With Gas, and Why We Probably Shouldn't Be

Cooking with a natural gas stove is a popular method in America. Whether you are concerned about climate change or human health though, there are reasons to avoid it.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Team Depot and Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade Help Veteran in Need

James Holton, an Air Force veteran, has lived in Florida for decades. He was diagnosed with cancer about five years ago and had to spend months in the hospital.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

How Crypto Currency Is Bringing Ownership to the People

what are Cryptos and why do I need it...

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank Partners With Hudson River Housing to Provide Employment Assistance and Training Services to Dutchess County Residents Experiencing Homelessness

KeyBank and Hudson River Housing, Inc. (HRH), the County's largest provider of supportive housing and other services aimed at addressing homelessness, announce a community partnership to support HRH’s Employment Assistance and Training Services (EATS) program.

Social Impact & Volunteering

How Signature CSR Programs Define Your Brand

These are some starting points for the evolution of your CSR portfolio to help you clarify your strategic intent and embed it in every part of your program development. Only by doing this can you effectively use social impact to define your brand.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Emerging-Market Investors Can't Afford to Ignore ESG Factors

Most investors need little persuading that emerging markets offer exciting opportunities. The emerging-market (EM) corporate bond market in particular presents a tantalizing prospect for investors

Health & Healthcare

Nutrition for Zero Hunger: One Step Towards Solving Food Insecurity

In the early days of my career, I worked as a pediatrician with the goal of helping my patients get a strong, healthy start. To this day, I am thankful for the opportunity I had to help others.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Why This New Dad Says Every Company Should Offer Parental Leave

Steve Pribis was ecstatic when he learned our company’s paid parental leave extended to 12 weeks­­ in January 2021.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Integrated Tools
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...
  2. Local Communities
    The principals of living and working in synergy with the communities in which we operate, as well as collaborating on projects that benefit those...
  3. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  4. GoDaddy | Microbusiness
    They’re the people who build websites, run restaurants, and teach online classes. They power local economies and national growth but their impact...
  5. Biomimicry and Ray of Hope Accelerator
    The Ray C. Anderson Foundation has partnered with the Biomimicry Institute to create the Ray of Hope Accelerator, designed to bring commercially...
  6. Fifth Third's Commitment to Small Businesses
    Fifth Third believes that small businesses form the foundation of our communities – and when they succeed, we all succeed. Supporting them through...
  7. FedEx | Volunteer Campaigns
    Giving back is part of the FedEx culture. Team members support our charitable investments and local community needs by dedicating their time where...
  8. Social Progress
    Social engagement has always been an integral part of our sense of responsibility as a company. We care and we act to do our part to improve the...
  9. Collective Action
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...
  10. 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...
  11. Digital Safety
    We provide tools and guidance so people can manage digital content in a way that’s right for them and their families. Learn more >>
  12. Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 5
    Welcome to Season 5 of Healthy Spaces by Trane Technologies, the podcast where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation...
  13. Nutrition and Health
    Focus on preventing and treating malnutrition across life stages. Highlights include early detection, community-based treatment (e.g., MUAC screening...
  14. Health and Safety by Antea Group
    Antea Group's health and safety consultants understand what it takes to help make a positive impact on safety culture. Read blogs, insights, and more...
  15. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
    The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.