Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Keep up with the latest news from 3BL’s clients.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Schneider Electric’s Perspectives Day Asia Reframes Risk

Cascale

Environment

NFWF Announces $1.8 Million To Support Working Lands and Restore Wildlife Habitat in the Intermountain West

Yum! Brands

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Bridging Clients and Teams: Meet Andjela Arsic

GoDaddy

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank Foundation Invests $225,000 To Preserve Affordable Housing in Toledo’s Old South End

KeyBank

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Global Reach, Local Impact

Tapestry, Inc.

Health & Healthcare

How CVS Health Supports Better Heart Health

CVS Health

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Jeff Towns: Leading With Experience, Safety, and Humanity at Blue Mountain

Covia

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

SLB Recognized at the World 50 2026 Impact Awards

SLB

Featured Brands

Newsweek: Medtronic Built a Care Platform for Ghana. Now, It’s Working in New Jersey

Alexis Kayser, Healthcare Editor at Newsweek, recently connected with Geoff Martha, CEO of Medtronic, and Dennis Pullin, CEO of Virtua Health, to learn how they transformed a tactic used in Kenya, Ghana and India into a community health program in New Jersey.

Delivering History: FedEx Helps Bring Bison Latifrons to the Smithsonian

On Thursday, May 7, 2026, the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History will help mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with the opening of Bison: Standing Strong.

NFWF Announces $1.8 Million To Support Working Lands and Restore Wildlife Habitat in the Intermountain West

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) recently announced nearly $1.8 million in grants to restore, improve and conserve sagebrush, mesic wet meadow and big game migratory corridor habitats in Idaho, Utah and Wyoming.

Wells Fargo Helps Drive Growth in West Charlotte With $6 Million

Wells Fargo today announced a $6 million philanthropic investment in Charlotte, North Carolina, reinforcing the company’s long‑standing commitment to the city.

What It’s Like To Grow Up With a Trach

Grace's story is a powerful look at life with a tracheostomy (trach) and the strength of a family navigating a diagnosis.

PNC Surpasses Community Benefits Plan Commitment With $119 Billion in Community Investments

Surpassing our original $88 billion commitment with $119.3 billion in capital investments, loans and philanthropic support, PNC expanded homeownership, small business growth and community revitalization initiatives in low- and moderate-income (LMI) communities nationwide.

One Million Items Collected! Taco Bell® Sauce Container U.S. Recycling Program

For years, Taco Bell’s iconic hot sauce packets have been part of fans’ biggest and boldest moments, from elevating everyday meals to inspiring fashion statements and even unforgettable marriage proposals.

Ditch “Aisle Anxiety” With Guiding Stars

According to a recent survey of US adults, more than a third of respondents experience “aisle anxiety” when grocery shopping. And 39% feel “overwhelmed” by all the options. The survey also found that the average shopper spends four minutes deliberating over each item.

Connecting Across Continents With Women of Cisco Networking Academy

Through Cisco Networking Academy, millions of learners each year gain the skills and credentials they need to lead, create, and thrive in the tech industry. Here, we’re showcasing a few of Cisco Networking Academy’s inspiring women and their unique career journeys.

How a Supplemental Insurance Safety Net Can Cover Any Path While You’re Growing Up

Life is full of unexpected moments, and unique choices and conventional milestones, like getting married or starting a new job, can be bypassed or reached at different times by different people.

Recent Alerts

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

KeyBank Names Walters Corporate Responsibility Officer

KeyBank has named Olivia Walters corporate responsibility officer for the Hudson Valley/Metro NY and Eastern Pennsylvania markets. In this position she will oversee KeyBank’s philanthropic budget and investment strategies to meet community needs.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

PSEG Foundation Honored With the Spirit of Edison Corporate Community Leader Award From Thomas Edison State University

The PSEG Foundation was recently honored with the Spirit of Edison Corporate Community Leader Award from Thomas Edison State University, recognizing 30+ years of support for military and veteran students.

Innovation & Technology

Cyber Resilience for All: How Cisco and NIIT Foundation Are Securing India’s Digital Future

As India undergoes rapid digital transformation, the opportunities are immense — but so are the risks. Cybercrime losses exceeded ₹1,750 crore in the first four months of 2024 alone.

Education

Opinion: Empowering Next Generation Through Financial Literacy

Walking through the halls of Stamford High School I noticed displays of student art, placards celebrating graduates and murals extolling team spirit. Go Black Knights!

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

The Power of the Purse: Investing Her Money Where It Matters Most

The term “impact investment” has only been around since 2007. Along the way it’s been called socially responsible investing, ESG and any number of other terms.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Iconic Women, Global Impact: How Mary Kay Became a Worldwide Force for Women’s Entrepreneurship

Every now and then, you meet someone whose career story feels like a front-row seat to history — and that’s exactly what it’s like talking with Anne Crews, Vice-President of Public Affairs at Mary Kay. Anne sat down for a Q&A to share her unique perspective.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Case IH Wins Automotive Business 2025 Award in the Energy Transition Category

Case IH, a CNH brand, was recognized at the Automotive Business 2025 Award, one of the main awards in the mobility and innovation sector in Brazil, winning the Energy Transition category. The announcement was made recently, at an event held in São Paulo.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Tapestry Opens Internship & Apprenticeship Program Applications for 2026

At Tapestry, attracting top talent is about more than describing a role and its responsibilities – it’s about giving early-career candidates a real glimpse into how they can unlock their full potential and contribute to an inclusive culture.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

2026 Look Ahead: Leading With Purpose in a Year That Demands Responsible Leadership

If 2025 was a year of recalibration, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of rebuilding. And for businesses, that means getting better at navigating the unknown, while playing a part in the solutions.

Environment

Arbor Day Foundation, Vita Coco Help Transform School Campuses Through Growing Roots Grant Program

Arbor Day Foundation and Vita Coco partner on the Growing Roots Grant to help shape greener school campuses.

Innovation & Technology

Megawatt Charging: The Next Evolutionary Step in E-Mobility

The introduction of the Megawatt Charging System (MCS) opens new possibilities for electrifying vehicles and machines with particularly high energy demands.

Innovation & Technology

Decoding Data Center Energy Consumption

Data centers power everyday life, and their energy use is rising fast. Trane Technologies' Scott Smith explains what drives data center energy consumption, why cooling matters and how smarter systems cut costs and risk.

Research, Reports & Publications

How Asia Pacific Marketers Are Staying Ahead

Marketing is evolving faster than ever, powered by cutting-edge tech and changing consumer habits. And marketers aren’t just keeping up—they’re leading the charge.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

AB: Examining Turbocharged AI Adoption Through a Sustainability Lens

Companies are accelerating their adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) to boost productivity and rein in costs—an urgent priority in today’s environment of elevated inflation and sluggish growth. This speed makes it important for investors to pay close attention.

Environment

Turning a Toxic Legacy Into Community Land

In this bonus episode, Host Angie Dickson, President of the Inogen Alliance and EVP of Antea Group USA, speaks with Sofiane, a Senior EHS Consultant with Baden Consulting in Switzerland about the extraordinary remediation of a major hazardous waste site.

Responsible Production & Consumption

SCS Standards and Assurance Systems Releases Revised SCS-007 Standard for Public Review

SCS Standards and Assurance Systems is pleased to announce that draft version 2.0 of the SCS-007 Certification Standard for Sustainably Produced Gemstones, formerly known as the Certification Standard for Sustainability Rated Diamonds, is now available for public review.

Energy

Eaton Helps Power Connecticut’s First All-Electric, Future Net-Zero Public Library

Intelligent power management company Eaton will deliver a clean energy microgrid for the new Manchester Public Library in Connecticut to support affordable, resilient and sustainable power.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Climate-Proofing Ports Is Now an Economic Imperative, and DP World Is Leading the Shift

As climate risks intensify, new reporting shows why ports must act now. DP World is investing in climate modeling, electrification, and nature-based solutions to strengthen port resilience across the Americas — protecting trade, communities, and future growth.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PSE&G and PSEG Foundation Launch $1.5 Million Community Relief Initiative To Support Those in Need

Today, PSE&G and the PSEG Foundation announced $1.5 million in grants to over 25 local organizations that provide critical assistance to households facing economic hardship. 

Innovation & Technology

Beyond the Server Room: The Logistics Advantage in Data Center Operations

The biggest threat to data center reliability isn’t inside the facility - it’s in the supply chain behind it. Discover what the data reveals.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

South Carolina Farming Industry Receives Support With New Grant Program

The Wells Fargo Foundation is providing $600,000 to the South Carolina Research Authority to fund the Cultivating Innovation in SC Agribusiness grant program. The grants are designed to accelerate growth and foster groundbreaking innovation in the state’s farming industry.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Entergy Hosts Driver’s License Restoration Clinic on EmPOWERing Pro Bono Day

Entergy recently partpated in EmPOWERing Pro Bono Day, an industry-wide service initiative providing free legal support to low-income and vulnerable residents.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Georgia-Pacific Funding Helps Complete Reimagined National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta

On November 8, 2025, The National Center for Civil and Human Rights officially reopened its doors after completing a $57.9 million expansion. Georgia-Pacific provided $1 million in funding to the Center’s campaign in 2022, along with in-kind support

Education

STEM Next Opportunity Fund and Qualcomm Partner on Pilot to Bring AI Learning to Afterschool

STEM Next Opportunity Fund announced a new strategy that will expand access to artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging-technology learning through afterschool and summer programs nationwide.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank Supports the 2025 Food 2 Families Campaign with a $5,000 Donation to FeedMore WNY

KeyBank recently contributed $5,000 to FeedMore WNY in support of the annual "Food 2 Families" food drive with WGRZ-TV. This initiative plays a vital role to help combat food insecurity across Western New York through FeedMore WNY’s efforts to provide reliable access to meals.

Latest Campaigns

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...

Putting 'H' (Humanity and Health) Into ESG

Putting 'H' (Humanity and Health) Into ESG

Halo Awards

The Halo Awards are the social impact sector’s longest-running recognition of excellence in corporate–nonprofit partnerships. For more than two...

Collective Action

Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...

Key Supports Affordable Housing

KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment helps fulfill Key’s purpose to help clients and communities thrive by financing projects that...

Enriching Women's Lives

60 years ago, Mary Kay Ash created an unparalleled opportunity for women to define their own successes and control their own futures. Her vision of...

FedEx | Delivering for Good

Doing what we do best for those who need it most. When disaster strikes, and there’s not a moment to lose, our people mobilize the FedEx global fleet...

The Ray

News and information about The Ray, Georgia's restorative, sustainable highway of the future.

Sustainability by Antea Group

At Antea Group, we believe the best sustainability programs integrate sustainability into core business practices, we identify and act on relevant...

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...