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Innovation & Technology

WiDEF Announces Semifinalists in First Round of Awards

The Women in the Digital Economy Fund (WiDEF) announce twenty semifinalists in addressing gender digital inequities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Cisco: Transforming Underserved Communities and Fostering Sustainable Growth Through Entrepreneurial Endeavors

Learn how some of Cisco’s non-profit partner organizations are enabling the transformative impact of entrepreneurs and fostering environments where their ideas can thrive and lead to a brighter, more sustainable future.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Paramount’s 2024 Global Community Day Breaks Records: Employees Dedicate 20,000 Hours To Service in Unprecedented Outreach Effort

Wednesday, June 12th marked Paramount's 28th annual Community Day. Paramount is thrilled to share that this year’s global Community Day was the most impactful Paramount has ever hosted.

Environment

EPA Extends TSCA Reporting Deadlines for PFAS: New Submission Dates Announced

On September 4, 2024, the United States EPA announced that it delayed reporting deadlines for its Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (TSCA Reporting Rule).

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Delivering a Sustainable Future, With Help From FedEx

The “Delivering for Good” initiative by FedEx goes beyond shipping packages—it’s a commitment to making a positive impact in the communities we serve.

Diversity & Inclusion

Principal Screens ¡Hola Cine! at Des Moines Art Center

Principal Financial Group® is collaborating with the New York International Children’s Film Festival (the Festival) to bring a curated collection of award-winning, family-friendly short films to the Des Moines Art Center on Sunday, September 15, 2024.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

A Hero’s New Beginning: Sgt. Tu’ufuli’s Journey to an Accessible Home

In 2005, U.S. Army Sergeant Anesi “Maverick” Tu’ufuli was severely wounded during Operation Iraqi Freedom after he stepped on a remote-detonated IED. After returning home, Tu’ufuli left the military and transitioned to civilian life with his wife and two young daughters.

Research, Reports & Publications

Moody’s Corporation Chairman Vincent Forlenza, AccountAbility CEO Sunil (Sunny) A. Misser Advocate for Proactive Board Leadership in Capital Finance International’s Summer 2024 Issue

AccountAbility CEO, Mr. Sunil (Sunny) Misser, advocates for proactive, future-focused board leadership in his article Building Better Boards, which appears in the Summer 2024 issue of Capital Finance International

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

‘Wood-Boat Mecca’ Carries on a Time-Honored Nautical Tradition

Enbridge responded to the school’s need for equipment by providing a $15,000 Fueling Futures grant to help purchase a 150-horsepower engine. The gift supported GLBBS’s campaign to raise $750,000 for gear to support student learning.

Innovation & Technology

AIDA Cruises Tests Further Biofuels

In the port of Rotterdam yesterday, AIDA Cruises, one of Carnival Corporation’s world-class cruise lines, refueled its AIDAprima cruise ship for the first time using 100% renewable Bio Marine Fuel as part of a pilot project to evaluate the fuel performance

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

From Cardboard Cities to Creative Learning: How International Paper’s Designers Engage Communities and Share Our Sustainability Story

Our Customer Commitment Centers and graphic designers are integral to our company’s community engagement efforts.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Dow Recognized on ‘Disability Equality Index’ for 8th Consecutive Year

Dow (NYSE: DOW) has received a top score on the Disability Equality Index® and is recognized as one of the “2024 Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion.”

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Griffith Foods Expands Sustainability Team With Kimberly Schaub, Global Sustainability Business Development Director and Bernard Hayman, Global Director of Sustainable Food System Networks

Griffith Foods is excited to announce the expansion of the global sustainability team with the addition of two new positions. Kimberly Schaub and Bernard Hayman are talented additions to the organization and their work is crucial for advancing the company’s 2030 Aspirations.

Energy

Communications Is Connecting Grid Modernization

Imagine the energy grid as the body’s circulatory system, pumping blood (energy) throughout the body to the parts that require it to remain functioning.

Diversity & Inclusion

Subhashini Vashisth’s Impact as an Engineer and Champion for Women in STEM

As one of the few women in her chemical engineering undergraduate class at the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, Subhashini Vashisth quickly learned to navigate male-dominated spaces and make sure her voice was heard.  

Health & Healthcare

Viatris 2023 Sustainability Report: Breaking Down Systemic Barriers To Access Through Policy Engagement

We leverage our global experiences, scientific expertise and operations knowledge to support policymakers in identifying policies that advance access to quality medicines and build systems that sustain availability while minimizing unintended consequences.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Wesco 2024 Sustainability Report: Employee Engagement

We believe employee engagement goes beyond satisfaction on the job to include our employees’ willingness and ability to invest their personal efforts into the success of our company. To achieve that, we must create an environment where employees are enthusiastic about their work.

Diversity & Inclusion

New Tork Research Drives Push for Inclusive Hygiene in Public Restrooms

Tork launched the findings of new global research on the public restroom experience. The Tork 2024 Insights Survey¹ is a step in the brand’s ambition to raise awareness around inclusive hygiene in the public restroom and its work to help educate businesses.

Environment

Principal Financial Group 2023 Sustainability Report: Protecting the Environment

To create a more secure world, we pledge to be responsible stewards and mitigate our impact on the planet. Our long-term climate goals and plans are aligned with science- based targets to address climate change and support the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Research, Reports & Publications

“Bridging the Gap: Towards a More Sustainable Future”

“2023 was another year of NBK's steadfast dedication to sustainable practices, which was marked by the launch of our 3-year ESG Strategy Roadmap.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Open Call To Join Governance of GRI

A global recruitment call is underway to appoint new members to three of the Global Reporting Initiative's governance bodies, which underpin the continued success of GRI – the provider of the world’s most widely used sustainability reporting standards.

Innovation & Technology

How Chemours’ Chemistry Powers the Electric Vehicle Revolution

The adoption of EVs is on the rise with some reports predicting that the number of passenger EVs on the road will reach a staggering 730 million worldwide by 2040.

Energy

Eaton Launches Collaboration With Tesla at RE+ 24 Streamlining New and Retrofit Home Energy Storage Deployments

Intelligent power management company Eaton announces a planned collaboration with Tesla designed to boost the functionality and adoption of home energy storage and solar installations in North America.

Education

MilliporeSigma and ABC’s Hit Comedy Series “Abbott Elementary” Bring Hands-On STEM to Schools Nationwide

MilliporeSigma is partnering with the Emmy® and Golden Globe® Award-winning ABC series “Abbott Elementary” to increase access to high-quality, hands-on science experiences in Boston, Houston, New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C.

Innovation & Technology

Mondelēz International Selects 10 Start-Ups To Participate in Second CoLab Tech Accelerator Program

Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) announced 10 companies selected for its second CoLab Tech program, an accelerator led by the global snack company’s research and development team.

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