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Events, Media & Communications

The Wall Street Journal's Future of Health

WSJ’s complimentary event, The Future of Health, takes place online, September 14, from
12:30—2:00 p.m.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Tai's Taco Truck

New York Mets pitcher Taijuan Walker partnered with The New York Foundling (“The Foundling”) to give out free tacos to fans today at Citi Field, prior to the Mets hosting the Washington Nationals.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

2022 Top Employers for Latino Leaders To Be Honored at the 7th Annual National Latino Leadership Conference

The Council for Latino Workplace Equity (CLWE), an initiative under the National Diversity Council, will host the Seventh Annual National Latino Leadership Conference on Tuesday, Sept. 20th and Wednesday, Sept. 21st

Research, Reports & Publications

Alibaba Cuts Carbon Footprint by 620,000t With Use Of Renewables: Report

Alibaba Group said it had saved 619,944 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent in emissions across 12 months by tapping cleaner energy sources as it strives to hit its carbon neutrality target.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

CyberGrants: Get Your Burning Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Questions Answered

For social impact leaders, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) is a hot topic.

Energy

Schneider Electric Ranked No. 1 PPA Marketplace Solution Provider

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has been recognized as an industry leader in the PPA market with a No. 1 ranking by Guidehouse Insights 2022 PPA Marketplace Solution Providers Leaderboard.

Education

Raven Is Bringing Innovation to Life by Sponsoring US College Students' Design Projects

Raven, a CNH Industrial brand, is actively supporting universities because it believes in helping students reach their full potential, particularly in fields related to Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM).

Research, Reports & Publications

From the Fifth Third Bancorp 2021 ESG Report: Operational Sustainability

Operational sustainability, the reduction of Fifth Third’s environmental and carbon footprint, has been key to our environmental sustainability program since its inception in 2010.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Regions Bank and the Regions Foundation Launch Response for Mississippi Water Crisis

The Regions Foundation, an Alabama based nonprofit initiative funded primarily by Regions Bank, on Friday announced a $25,000 grant to the United Way of the Capital Area in support of the Jackson Water Crisis Relief Fund.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Looking to the Future: Environmental Remediation Beyond Kentucky and Indiana?

What happens when LBX expands beyond its backyard? Where to next? This blog takes a 30,000-foot view of the state of industry impacted land in the country.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Purpose 360: A New Future of Work and Wealth With Ownership Works

Pete Stavros, Founder of Ownership Works, joins Carol to explain the nonprofit’s approach to broad-based employee ownership and its proven impact on company culture, financial returns, and employees’ financial security.

Health & Healthcare

Illumina Genomics Forum To Feature Tennis Legend Chris Evert on the Role Genomics Played in Her Cancer Fight

Illumina, a global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies, today announced that it will feature International Tennis Hall of Fame member Chris Evert as a special guest at its inaugural Illumina Genomics Forum (IGF) on October 1.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Heroes Work Here: PSE&G Employee Donates Kidney To Save Stranger's Life

It seemed like a normal work day in Gas Distribution & Field Construction, a few weeks before the 2020 pandemic hit, but when a coworker entered Office Administrator Liz Sylvester’s office on a routine matter – Sylvester knew something was wrong.

Social Impact & Volunteering

City of Providence Announces Microenterprise Accelerator Program

Mayor Jorge O. Elorza today joined Lisa Ranglin, Founder, President & CEO of the Rhode Island Black Business Association, Oscar Mejias, Chief Executive Officer of the RI Hispanic Chamber of Commerce,

Research, Reports & Publications

Mondelēz 2021 Snacking Made Right Report: Community Impact

In 2021, we continued to migrate our impact investing through our Sustainable Futures strategy, as we completed the Mondelēz International Foundation multiyear program to help children and families adopt lifelong healthy habits.

Innovation & Technology

Tetra Tech-Designed FEMA App Launches on iOS and Android

Bluewater Federal Solutions, part of the Tetra Tech Federal IT Group, supported the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to redesign and develop the new FEMA mobile app to support disaster survivors.

Sustainable Development Goals

IWBI Announces New Governance Council Appointments - 2022

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) announced today the appointment of several new members to its Governance Council.

Events, Media & Communications

TIE Global Artisans Joins the United Nations Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network UNGA77 Luncheon As Supporting Partner

"TIE Global Artisans is intent on affecting large-scale systems change," says Renay Loper, Vice President of Program Innovation and Head of TIE Global Artisans.

Environment

Canadian Annabelle M. Rayson Wins Stockholm Junior Water Prize 2022

Annabelle M. Rayson from Canada receives the prestigious 2022 Stockholm Junior Water Prize for her research on how to treat and prevent harmful algae blooms.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

kate spade new york Partner Abahizi Rwanda Awarded 'Best for the World 2022' B Corp™

For context, Best for the World recognizes the top-performing B Corps creating the greatest positive impact. More than a badge of honor, it provides an opportunity for recognized companies to share knowledge, learnings, and best practices.

Energy

Intelligent RAN Site Power Management Can Save You Energy and Power

This blog explores how to apply intelligent power management at your RAN sites. I think you’ll be surprised with how much money you can save, help contribute to corporate ESG goals for sustainability, and make the world a greener place.

Education

Employee Training: eLearning, Virtual Training, and Microlearning Explained

Now is the perfect time for employees to refresh their training and learn a new lesson or two. Choosing the right training path for your employees can mean the difference between keeping them engaged or having them zone out.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

FedEx Business Spotlight: B100 Architects

B100 Architects is an award winning creative, sustainable design studio focusing on delivering efficient and healthy spaces for people and the planet.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Lenovo Partners With Ashoka's Network of Changemakers to Create Kinder, More Innovative Cities

As part of the Kind City initiative, Lenovo will empower networks of Ashoka changemakers across the Southern Hemisphere to drive positive social change, build community, and shape a brighter future

Education

Tools To Empower Students Today for the Future of College Success

September is College Savings Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of planning financially for college.

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