Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Schneider Electric’s Perspectives Day speakers on stage

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Schneider Electric’s Perspectives Day Asia Reframes Risk

Cascale recently contributed to Schneider Electric Perspectives Day Asia in Hong Kong, convening 150 senior executives from across the consumer goods supply chain to explore practical pathways to net zero.

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

Health & Healthcare

The "Seal of Approval": How to Find Trustworthy Treatment Centers for Law Enforcement Officers

Motorola Solutions

Featured Brands

Bath & Body Works Donates Detergent Products for National Laundry Day

Bath & Body Works is donating 3,000 detergent products — enough for 200,000 small loads of laundry — to Home for Families and Good360 in honor of National Laundry Day in 2026.

Guiding Stars: Global Goodness, Star-Earning Simplicity

Did you know that you can explore global flavors using Guiding Stars as a guide to balanced, nutrient-rich ingredients and recipes? At first it might be intimidating to recreate your favorite flavors in your own kitchen.

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.

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Events, Media & Communications

Tapestry Reinforces Sustainability Commitments During Climate Week NYC 2025

During Climate Week NYC 2025, Tapestry continued its commitment to designing a better-made future through learning, collaboration, and innovation.

Education

Henkel Hosts Students at Production Facilities To Celebrate Manufacturing Day 2025

Henkel, a leading manufacturer of well-known consumer and industrial brands, is proud to host interactive educational events throughout the month of October in celebration of Manufacturing Day.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

CSR Talent Group: Bite-Sized Briefing With True Impact

Calling CSR and ESG leaders! CSR Talent Group, bringing tools and voices from the field to make your work that much Impactful.

Education

TCS’ goIT Program Invites Students To Innovate for a Healthier Planet

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, invites students in the US and Canada aged 6-17 to enter the TCS goIT Monthly Challenge for October.

Research, Reports & Publications

Medtronic Delivers on FY25 Sustainability Targets and Charts Path to 2030

Medtronic plc, a global healthcare technology leader, has released its fiscal year 2025 (FY25) Impact Report, “Unlocking the future of health,” detailing progress toward its impact goals.

Events, Media & Communications

Benevity Launches Season 4 of the Speaking of Purpose Podcast

Benevity, Inc., the leading, global provider of social impact software, today announced the launch of Season 4 of Speaking of Purpose by Benevity® - a podcast featuring executive leaders in candid conversations  on the current forces shaping business, leadership, and social good.

Social Impact & Volunteering

FedEx and United Way Mumbai Team Up To Share the Magic of Reading

Discover the magic of reading when you give a child their first storybook. Through FedEx Cares and United Way Mumbai’s “Let’s Read” project, children in marginalized communities in India are discovering the joy of reading and the power it has to shape their future.

Health & Healthcare

Color Us Checkered: Aflac Headquarters Dons Checkered Pattern To Remind Employees To Check for Cancer

In August, Aflac launched the Check for Cancer movement to turn the familiar checkered pattern into a powerful reminder to get checked for cancer. To help drive that point on their home turf and in the local community.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bacardi Legacy of Great Workplace Continues With Forbes Honor of “World’s Best Employers” in 2025

Bacardi Limited is proud to once again land a spot on the Forbes’ list of the ‘World’s Best Employers 2025’ — proving that great people and a great culture never go out of style.

Environment

The WASH Foundation and Sands Announce 2025 Drop by Drop Project Grant Recipients

The WASH Foundation, a global leader in water, sanitation, hygiene, and education, and Sands have announced 2025 Drop by Drop Project grant recipients

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

New Toolkit Empowers Georgians to Lead on Climate Action in Communities Across the State

Drawdown Georgia and Sustainable Newton have partnered to create a new climate solutions toolkit for communities. It's a practical roadmap for neighbors, advocates, and local leaders to scale climate solutions where they live.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Wesco 2025 Sustainability Report: Our Commitments to Belonging

Wesco’s BRGs exist to support a culture of inclusion where employees can thrive and strengthen our culture by offering different perspectives, styles, thoughts and ideas.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Key4Women Celebrates 20-Year Anniversary With Albany Key4Women Forum Featuring Giuliana Rancic

More than 300 women across the Capital Region celebrated the 20-year anniversary of Key4Women during the Annual Key4Women Forum at the Marriott on Wolf Road in Albany. Long-time E! News personality, fashion designer and author Giuliana Rancic served as the event’s speaker.

Energy

Chemours’ Trusted Chemistry in Action: Improving Data Center Impact Through Liquid Cooling

Data centers operate around the clock, consuming significant amounts of electricity and water for heat management and cooling needs.

Education

CANR and Case IH Collaborate To Advance Agricultural Innovation and Education

The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR), in partnership with MSU AgBioResearch (ABR), has joined forces with CNH brand, Case IH, to elevate agricultural research and learning.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whirlpool Foundation Supports Community Revitalization Initiative “Project T” in Benton Harbor, Michigan

Whirlpool Foundation recently joined community and state officials to celebrate the groundbreaking of “Project T,” a transformative redevelopment initiative in Benton Harbor, Michigan, also home to Whirlpool Corporation’s global headquarters.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Novata Acquires Atlas Metrics To Power the Future of Sustainability Data Management

Novata, a leading sustainability data management platform for private markets, today announced the acquisition of Atlas Metrics

Education

Sands and the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Award 10 Scholarships to Hospitality Students

Sands and the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) have awarded $5,000 scholarships to 10 students at HACU-member schools, University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and University of North Texas (UNT), to support their preparation for careers in hospitality

Responsible Production & Consumption

Dear Brands, Here’s How You Can Unlock Deeper Insights With Higg BRM Benchmarking

With Cascale’s Higg BRM benchmark, Cascale Brand and Retailer members transform numbers into a narrative teams and leaders can act on to advance responsible business practices.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Verizon and ForgiveCo Announce Additional $5 Million in Debt Relief for North Carolinians Recovering From Hurricane Helene

One year after Hurricane Helene’s devastation, Verizon announced it is erasing an additional $5 million in consumer debt for thousands of North Carolinians still rebuilding their lives.

Education

ArtSpace Charter School Selects Discovery Education to Support Math Achievement

North Carolina’s ArtSpace Charter School today announced the selection of DreamBox Math by Discovery Education to support math instruction in grades K-8.

Environment

Rethinking Remediation for a Sustainable Future

In this episode, we explore why traditional remediation methods are no longer enough, the opportunities of nature-based and in situ approaches, and the global collaboration driving innovation in this field.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bacardi CMO Ned Duggan Named World’s Most Maverick Marketer in Rebel 50 Public Vote

Duggan has weaponized censorship with the Bacardi brand’s ‘100% Additive-Free Tequila’ campaign, turning regulatory restrictions into a creative statement.

Innovation & Technology

Rockwell Automation, Avvale and ESGeo Announce Collaboration To Deliver OT-Generated Sustainability Reporting Solution

Rockwell Automation announced that its recently extended collaboration with Avvale and ESGeo will help industrial companies more easily address growing social, regulatory, and investor expectations regarding sustainability reporting and performance.

Health & Healthcare

Viatris’ Work To Advance Access and Public Health

We have taken a deliberate approach to expand access to our wide portfolio across geographies and income levels, where we seek to build and establish sustainable markets by nurturing innovation and competition.

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Integrated Tools

Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...

IWBI | WELL Building Standard

Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...

Sustainable Products and Innovation

Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...

Nutrition and Health

Focus on preventing and treating malnutrition across life stages. Highlights include early detection, community-based treatment (e.g., MUAC screening...

License to Operate

Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...

Subaru Share the Love® Event

Since the launch of the Subaru Share the Love Event in 2008, Subaru of America and our retailers have donated more than $256 million to charity, with...

CARE Corporate Partnerships

CARE works with corporate partners globally to invest in innovative, scalable, impactful, community-based solutions.

Employee and Community Engagement

At MilliporeSigma, we look for opportunities to use employee and community engagement to spark scientific curiosity and breakthroughs. We know that...

Drawdown Georgia

Informed by Project Drawdown, the world’s leading resource for climate solutions, Drawdown Georgia is the first state-centered effort to crowdsolve...

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...