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Diversity & Inclusion

KeyBank’s Key4Women, Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon (MESO), and the Portland Thorns FC Announce Second Annual Women-Owned Business Pitch Contest Finalists

KeyBank’s Key4Women program, Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon (MESO), and the Portland Thorns FC today announced 10 finalists have been selected to compete in a business pitch contest for women-owned businesses located in Oregon and SW Washington.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Gildan Announces Launch of Global Employee Volunteer Month

Gildan is pleased to announce its inaugural Global Employee Volunteer Month, which is set to commence this August.

Diversity & Inclusion

The National Diversity Council Announces NDC Learning & Consulting Rebrand

The National Diversity Council (NDC) is announcing the rebranding of two core programs.

Environment

Arbor Day Carbon, Pollination Unite To Strengthen Global Reforestation Efforts

A new collaboration will help find, vet, fund and develop high-quality and high-integrity forest restoration carbon projects.

Innovation & Technology

New Holland Brings New Products to Bahia Farm Show

New Holland, a brand of CNH, and PME Máquinas e Equipamentos introduced a range of products suitable for all types of farmers at the 18th edition of the Bahia Farm Show, in Brazil.

Sustainable Development Goals

Safety First at Covia: A Commitment to Health and Well-Being

At Covia, Safety First is a core value that is embedded into our culture and mindset throughout the organization. Ensuring the safety, health, and security of our Team Members, customers, business partners, and communities remains paramount in all we do.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Clear on Climate Reporting

Investors and regulators need to understand how climate-related risks and opportunities have affected and will affect a company’s financial position and performance.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Albertsons Companies Foundation Partners With Family, Career and Community Leaders of America

Albertsons Cos Foundation is pleased to partner with Family, Career and Community Leaders of America through our support of the Foundation for Impact on Literacy and Learning’s Explore.Act.Tell. Program, a national initiative that empowers students to address food insecurity.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Sysco Recognized as One of Forbes’ 2024 Best Employers for New Graduates

We’re honored that Sysco has been recognized as one of Forbes’ 2024 Best Employers for New Grads!

Social Impact & Volunteering

Learn How Motorola Solutions Interns Give Back

Motorola Solutions’ award-winning North America internship program is driven by the belief that the next big idea can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time.

Education

American Offers Clear Path To Pilot Career With Enhanced Cadet Academy

The enhanced American Airlines Cadet Academy offers a clearer path to becoming a commercial airline pilot. By simplifying the process of transitioning from flight school to the flight deck, the program makes pilot careers at American more accessible.

Diversity & Inclusion

Fostering Inclusivity and Innovation: Lenovo’s Commitment to Partnerships With North Carolina’s HBCUs

Technology is often referred to as an “equalizer.” As a leader in our field, Lenovo takes great care in acknowledging that charge by sharing a culture of diversity and inclusion throughout our products and practices.

Environment

Addressing the Global PFAS Challenge

On this episode of Rethinking EHS, experts dive into the significant risks posed by PFAS and the regulatory challenges that companies face, emphasizing the need to take proactive action now.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

How Glad Is Outsmarting Waste

Recycling is critical to building a more sustainable, circular economy. That’s why Glad has partnered with Recyclops to help improve access to recycling locations to close the gap.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The 4th Annual Lemon Challenge Raises Money for Childhood Cancer Research

Northwestern Mutual of Eastern Pennsylvania held its 4th annual Lemon Challenge to support families affected by childhood cancer.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Entergy Employees Give $20K Grant, $8K in School Supplies; Paint, Plant and Clean Adopted School

Entergy Nuclear adopted North Jackson Elementary School as its new Adopt-A-School partner in 2022.

Social Impact & Volunteering

2024 North America Summer Intern Volunteer Day

This year's event, on National Intern Day, was in partnership with United Way who engage with 1,800 communities across more than 40 countries and territories worldwide and is focused on creating community-based and community-led solutions

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Eastman Is Building a Circular Economy for Automotive Plastic Waste

As an innovative specialty materials company, Eastman is collaborating with other companies across the value chain to discover what is possible for the automotive industry.

Diversity & Inclusion

Wesco 2024 Sustainability Report: People and Culture

At Wesco, our people are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to offering enriching growth experiences that foster both career and personal development, empowering our employees to make a lasting impact not only within our organization but also in the communities where we live.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Principal Financial Group 2023 Sustainability Report: Our Approach to Sustainable Asset Management

We have incorporated sustainability factors into our investment process without a selection or rejection bias stemming purely from sustainability factors. Considerations of sustainability factors also feed into the analytical frameworks used by our investment teams.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Del Monte Foods: The Way We Grow Food Matters

Creating a healthier and more hopeful future begins with the practices of Del Monte Foods’ growers. From soil sampling to integrated pest management, their dedication to more sustainable agriculture helps produce fruits, tomatoes and vegetables with less waste.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Webster Bank Deepens Support for Waterbury With $100,000 in Grant Funding

Webster announced it will commit $100,000 to support seven non-profits in its founding city of Waterbury.

Innovation & Technology

Testing the Vehicle of Tomorrow at Keysight’s Automotive Tech Day, Novi

Keysight’s annual Automotive Tech Day at the Novi Automotive Customer Center in the U.S. recently brought together over 150 R&D professionals to share how the latest testing and emulation technologies can fast-track SDV and EV innovations.

Diversity & Inclusion

Cummins 2023 - 2024 Sustainability Progress Report: Winning With the Power of Difference

As Cummins’ diversity has increased, so, too, have the company’s innovation, community impact and business results.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Leading the Way: Cascale and ZDHC Collaborate for a Sustainable Future

Cascale and the ZDHC Foundation, an organization leading global value chains to achieve the highest standards for sustainable chemical management, are pleased to announce the signing of a new strategic collaboration.

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