Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Inclusion & Opportunity

Interview With Philip Martinello, Electrical Engineer

Tetra Tech’s Philip Martinello is an electrical engineer and specializes in dams and hydroelectrical projects.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Complimentary Human Rights Briefing

Modern Slavery & Human Rights risks have become the most prominent social issues that businesses have to deal with in recent years.

Events

Mars, Incorporated will host session at this year's SIWI World Water Week Conference

The interactive panel session will focus on the WAPRO (Water Productivity) project – a multi-stakeholder initiative which aims to improve food security, water use efficiency and income for over 60,000 cotton and rice farmers.

Corporate Responsibility

Mars, Incorporated Joins G7 Business for Inclusive Growth Coalition Powered by the OECD

Mars, Incorporated is among a coalition of 34 leading international companies that has committed to step up business action to advance human rights throughout their value chains.

Energy & Infrastructure

One Step Forward to Transform Education

Philanthropy

Governor Northam Announces Major Donation from Smithfield Foods to Support Programs for Homeless Veterans

Governor Ralph Northam today announced that The Smithfield Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Smithfield Foods, Inc., has donated $150,000 to support state programs for homeless veterans and their families.

Corporate Responsibility

A Coffee Cup Free Zone

FPT Industrial, the global powertrain brand of CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE:CNHI / MI:CNHI) is driving down waste at its facility in Betim, Minas Gerais State in North Eastern Brazil, by eliminating single use cups.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

From Farm to Table: Online Company Increasing Incomes of Turkish Small-scale Farmers by Connecting Them Directly to Consumers

Turkish company Tarlamvar is reviving the small-scale farming industry by promoting organic and sustainable farming, while connecting local farmers to consumer markets

Volunteering & Community

Bringing Pro Bono Stories to Life | Taproot Foundation's Advisory Service Newsletter

Pro bono service has the ingredients for a great story—diverse perspective, cross-sector collaboration, personal and professional growth, all in service of positive social change. But we know storytelling isn't that simple.

AI & Technology

How ON Semiconductor Products Make a Difference in the Community

As a global company with approximately 70 sites worldwide and over 29,000 products, we are proud to showcase our accomplishments in enhancing our global community.

Socially Responsible Investing

New Mobile Phone Services Empower Rural Businesses in Cote D’Ivoire

Whole Planet Foundation decided to provide a grant for building a mobile platform because while many worry about the burden of interest rates charged on microloans (and much of West Africa tightly controls and limits these rates)...

Research & Reports

New Machines Pair Performance & Sustainability

Caterpillar customers want to reduce energy costs and associated emissions – but they can’t afford to sacrifice power in the process.

Corporate Responsibility

Beijing 2008 Legacy Dovetails With 2022 Winter Games to Boost Sports Participation in China

It is a legacy that is set to be further enhanced by Beijing’s hosting of the 2022 Olympic Winter Games, which has a key objective of engaging 300 million people in winter sports.

Philanthropy

Bacardi and Mercy Corps Team Up to Support Small Businesses in the US Virgin Islands, Sint Maarten Through Free Mentoring and Innovation Challenge

After the 2017 storms, small businesses are still struggling to recover. Mercy Corps and Bacardi are launching the Caribbean Innovation Challenge 2019, a competition to award business innovation and strengthen businesses on the islands.

AI & Technology

2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV to Offer 259 Miles of Range

The Chevrolet Bolt EV will now take customers even farther. Starting with model year 2020, the Bolt EV will offer a remarkable EPA-estimated 259 miles of range on a full charge, a 21-mile increase over previous model years. The Bolt EV’s winning combination of long range and affordability continues to attract new customers to the EV segment, and the 2020 Bolt EV will allow them to travel farther between charging sessions.

Corporate Responsibility

Freeport-McMoRan’s PT Freeport Indonesia Partnership Fund Supports Education for Indigenous Children

PT Freeport-Indonesia’s Partnership Fund for Community Development (LPMAK) provides educational facilities and support for local community members.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Tetra Pak Becomes First Carton Packaging Company to Launch Paper Straws in Europe

Adolfo Orive, President and CEO, Tetra Pak said: “We are pleased to have developed a paper straw that is fully functional and meets internationally recognised food safety standards. This is an important step in our vision to deliver a package made entirely from plant-based packaging materials, contributing to a low-carbon circular economy.

Environment

Alliance Data: Embracing Change and the Environment

Education & Workforce Development

August is #SubaruLovesLearning Month

This August, Subaru, our retailers, and the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) are teaming up for the Subaru Loves Learning initiative.

Corporate Responsibility

An Open Letter to the Business Roundtable

Benevity CEO Bryan de Lottinville applauds the 181 CEOs who support a modern definition of corporate purpose and calls on member signatories to show real action.

AI & Technology

How Sappi Innovates With the Customer in Mind

At Sappi, we are known for our history of paper innovation—but we don’t stop there. This past year we’ve launched an unprecedented amount of investments and initiatives all to support our customers and business. With our portfolio of high-quality sustainable products, including our new paperboard packaging, along with our outreach and marketing efforts, Sappi is here to serve its customers for the long haul.

Events

Mohawk Cushions the Fight Against Breast Cancer and Celebrates Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walkers

Mohawk expands its fight against breast cancer with its continuing support of the Susan G. Komen® 3-Day Walk.

Philanthropy

Three Challenges You Need to Consider When Disbursing and Safeguarding Employee Workplace Giving Donations

After employees donate through an employee giving program, then what happens?

Energy & Infrastructure

ON Semiconductor is Empowering Design Engineers to Reduce Global Energy Use

During 2018, the company shipped more than 75.7 billion units through our global logistics network, compared to 72.8 billion units in 2017.

Energy & Infrastructure

How Did Massachusetts Blossom Into an Environment Ripe for Energy Storage, Pushing Technology and Business Models to the Cutting Edge?

Today's energy storage technology can help power the country more efficiently and sustainably, and it's getting better all the time.

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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...

LATAM Growth

DP World is significantly expanding its operations in Latin America, focusing on enhancing port infrastructure and increasing cargo handling...

Growth Through Sustainability

Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...