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Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

New Publication Sheds Light on Sustainable Finance, Demystifies Space for Real Estate

Around the world, investors, regulators and organizations are prioritizing non-financial indicators such as human and social capital criteria to better understand risk and return, and demonstrate value and impact.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Tetra Pak and Lactogal Cut Carbon Footprint of Aseptic Cartons for Milk by a Third, Increasing Renewable Content With a Paper-Based Barrier

Following successful commercial consumer testing in 2022, Tetra Pak and Lactogal have now launched an aseptic beverage carton featuring a paper-based barrier.

Environment

Ray C. Anderson Foundation's NextGen Committee Grants $94,000 to Women’s Earth Alliance for Reforestation Efforts in Indonesia and Kenya

The Ray C. Anderson Foundation’s NextGen Committee has awarded a $94,000 grant to Women’s Earth Alliance (WEA) for two of their Women in Forests programs in Indonesia and Kenya.

Research, Reports & Publications

Socially Responsible Spending Experiencing Massive Growth, According to 11th Annual Conscious Consumer Spending Index

Socially responsible spending is experiencing massive growth, according to 11th annual Conscious Consumer Spending Index. Earth friendly practices and charitable contributions are also rebounding.

Environment

Bayer Asked Young, Global Farmers and Scientists About the Importance of Climate Talks

As climate leaders prepare to tackle important questions at COP28, let's ensure agricultural experts and farmers have a seat at the table.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

$2.4 Million in Grants To Support Sagebrush Ecosystems in the Intermountain West Announced by NFWF

“We at Taco Bell are proud to support the organizations making an important impact on ecosystems and climate right where our supply chain starts,” said Missy Schaaphok, Director of Global Nutrition and Sustainability at Taco Bell.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Quest Volunteers Bring Treats, No Tricks, to Ronald McDonald House New York

Quest volunteers recently served lunch to children and families battling pediatric cancer and other serious illnesses at Ronald McDonald House New York, in collaboration with Quest for Health Equity (Q4HE) and Sesame Workshop.

Sustainable Development Goals

Public Development Banks Acknowledge the Importance of Sport as an Enabler of the Sustainable Development Goals

At the FICS, held in Cartagena (Colombia) from 4 to 6 September, a roadmap to support PDBs was launched by the Coalition for Sustainable Development through Sport.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Nine Columbus Area Organizations Receive KeyBank Grants Totaling More Than $100,000

Through lending, investing, grants and volunteerism, we participate in the growth, revitalization and sustainability of the communities we proudly serve. To make a lasting difference, Key teammates make it a priority to engage with community members and community leaders.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whole Cities Awards 64 Community First Grants To Amplify Locally Led Healthy Food Access Solutions

Whole Cities, a project dedicated to broadening community access to fresh food and nutrition education, announced today that it will award 64 Community First Grants to nonprofit organizations in the U.S. and Canada.

Education

Creating a Sustainable Future With the Experts of Today and Tomorrow

To build a more sustainable world, we must empower communities with the skills, tools and support they need to adapt to environmental hazards with resilience.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Impact and Inspiration: Arrow Electronics’ 2023 Season of Wellbeing

Arrow Electronics’ 2023 “Season of Wellbeing” was a season well done.

Social Impact & Volunteering

New Boulder Park a Rock-Solid Symbol of Action and Togetherness

There’s a brand-new boulder playground in the heart of Boitanio Park in Williams Lake. At first glance, it might appear to be just another climbing structure for children to burn off their energy—but this park stands proud and holds a story that must be told to children.

Events, Media & Communications

Zuchu and Bruce Melodie Join Performer Line Up for ‘Move Afrika: Rwanda’ Headlined by Kendrick Lamar on December 6

International advocacy organization Global Citizen and creative imprint, pgLang today announced Zuchu and Bruce Melodie are set to perform at Move Afrika: Rwanda, which will be headlined by Grammy Award, Pulitzer Prize winning artist Kendrick Lamar.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Video: SEE’s Volunteer Efforts Provide a Fresh Start

As participants in the Habitat for Humanity 2023 Carter Work Project, SEE employees demonstrated teamwork, standing shoulder to shoulder to build homes and make life better for members of their community.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Delterra, the Global Methane Hub and the Climate and Clean Air Coalition Partner To Reduce Methane Emissions in the Global South

Ahead of COP28 in Dubai, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) global effort, the Climate & Clean Air Coalition (CCAC), philanthropic organization Global Methane Hub (GMH) and environmental NGO Delterra join forces to combat climate change through methane reduction.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainability, Collaboration, and Cisco: A Channel Leader's Perspective

As a Cisco channel leader, I recognize the importance of understanding our partners’ sustainability endeavors in the Americas, as collaborative efforts and mutual support are imperative in addressing the significant sustainability challenges we confront.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

AllianceBernstein: Municipal Impact Investing: The First Step Is Identifying the Need

Municipal bonds issued by school districts can have a direct impact on helping kids stay in school, especially in communities where they’re most likely to drop out.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Georgia-Pacific Recognized by Local Organization for Leadership and Community Impact

Georgia-Pacific and Curley Dossman, president of Community Programs, Georgia-Pacific, and vice president, Koch Company Charitable Fund, were honored by the Islamic Speakers Bureau of Atlanta (ISB) during its annual ISB Celebrating Diversity & Inclusion Gala.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whirlpool Brand Increases Access to Laundry in Schools Through Its Care Counts™ Laundry Program

Whirlpool brand announces its eighth and biggest year of the Care Counts™ Laundry Program, which provides access to washers and dryers in schools primarily located in underserved communities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Enjoy Fall and Winter Adventures in Parks With These Tips From National Parks Conservation Association and Travelodge® by Wyndham

Thinking about planning a national park adventure this fall or winter? National Parks Conservation Association and our partners at Travelodge® by Wyndham are sharing three of our favorite national parks to explore.

Research, Reports & Publications

Dozens of Major Companies Lack Comprehensive Deforestation Policies, New Ceres Analysis Finds

With escalating risks from the world’s climate and nature crises and enhanced European regulatory risks, Ceres released a new scorecard today that reveals few of the largest global companies are taking ambitious action to tackle commodity-driven deforestation.

Health & Healthcare

Gilead’s Ambition: To Help End the HIV Epidemic

Through our community partnerships in low-and-middle-income countries, we are working together to expand access and reduce barriers to care while embracing innovation.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Crown Holdings 2022 Sustainability Report: Crown Charitable Giving

In addition to getting out into the field and rolling up our sleeves for volunteer efforts, our teams stay connected with the organizations aiming to do good in their areas and that can benefit from additional support.

Research, Reports & Publications

The Global Sustainable Competitiveness Index 2023

The Global Sustainable Competitiveness Index measures sustainability competitiveness since 2012. Except for Japan on 12, the top 20 spots are taken by European Nations; the US is ranked 32, for the first time overtaken by China on rank 30.

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