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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

DICK'S Sporting Goods Expands Supply Chain Network With New Distribution Center in Fort Worth, Texas

DICK'S Sporting Goods recently announced that it plans to construct an 800,000-square-foot regional distribution center in Fort Worth, Texas, which is expected to bring 300 new full-time jobs to the region over the next 10 years.

Environment

Two Years In, the Inflation Reduction Act Is Tackling Climate Change and Rebuilding American Industry With Growing Support

Ceres Vice President of Government Relations Anne Kelly issued the following statement to mark the second anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act being signed into law.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Maximizing the Potential of Smarter, Better, Circular Strategies

Circularity is the philosophy and practice of using less, using better, using longer, and using again — preserving resources to extract the maximum value from them. It is not only common sense, but good business sense too.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Beyond the Bottom Line: A Century of ESG Leadership (Part One)

In this special 100th episode of ESG Talk, we kick off a two-part series with Priscilla Sims Brown, CEO of Amalgamated Bank, Jason Darby, CFO, and special guest host Kim Huffman, CIO of Workiva. Discover how the bank has aligned its entire organization around a mission.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Forging Connections Ignites Allyship

Allyship in the workplace is becoming increasingly important to building and sustaining a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment for all employees.

Events, Media & Communications

Baker Tilly Case Study: Not-for-Profit Implements Inflation Reduction Act Guidance To Maximize Their Credit While Building a New Hospital

Engaging Baker Tilly for tax credit compliance in the early stages of construction allows for early identification of non-compliance, saving time and money for credit seekers.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Revitalizing Main Street: $700,000 of New Funding Available to North Carolina Small Businesses Through Duke Energy Foundation Program

The Duke Energy Foundation today announced $700,000 of new funding will be made available to North Carolina small businesses in partnership with community development organizations.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Trane® Charlotte Plant Recognized for Significant Safety Achievement

The Trane Charlotte employees achieved 3,000,000 work hours, approximately ten years, without a lost day away from work due to a work-related injury or illness on May 21, 2024.

Innovation & Technology

100% Brazilian: CNH Factory in Contagem Takes Over Global Production of Compact Crawler Tractors

CASE Construction Equipment, a CNH brand, launched a new line of compact crawler tractors with 100% Brazilian production.

Diversity & Inclusion

Rob Torres: Empowering Indigenous Communities and Inspiring Allyship Through IDEA

Let’s unpack Rob’s current role as IDEA’s executive sponsor, exploring his strategies for creating a more inclusive environment and his insights on becoming more effective allies.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Gildan Renews Partnership With South Carolina Aquarium Supporting Charleston Youth and Employees Through Education and Impact Programs

Gildan is proud to announce the renewal of its partnership with the South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston to support the Aquarium’s mission of inspiring the conservation of the natural world.

Diversity & Inclusion

Hard Work Pays Off for Ohio Entrepreneurs | Made in America, Season 5, Ep 4

Darren W. Carter left his high-paying job in an Ohio steel mill to bet on himself and go all in on Carter’s BBQ with his wife Theresa. Empower by GoDaddy – the global social impact program launched in 2017 – helped Darren realize his goal to put Carter’s BBQ on the map.

Research, Reports & Publications

Marathon Petroleum Corp. and MPLX LP Publish New Sustainability Report and TCFD-Aligned Climate Perspectives Report

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (NYSE: MPC) and its midstream affiliate MPLX LP (NYSE: MPLX) have published two joint reports that provide details on the companies’ efforts to advance their sustainability as the energy industry continues to evolve.

Environment

Unlocking Business Success With CSRD: Why Businesses Should Consider Complying and Best Reporting Strategies

In the ever-evolving corporate responsibility landscape, the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) represents an advantageous opportunity for businesses.

Innovation & Technology

IBM: Expanding AI Learning to the Tennis Community

As summer heats up and sports fans around the globe turn their attention to exciting events like the US Open, a new wave of technology is emerging on the court.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

‘It Takes a Team.’ How Action Sports Empower Combat Veterans When They Return Home

Even after serving in the United States Marine Corps for 20 years, Nick Hamm still answers the call of duty.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Owens Corning Interns Shine On Volunteer Day: Empowering Local Charities With Passion and Purpose

Owens Corning's Toledo-based interns took part in our annual Intern Volunteer Day, giving back to our community with dedication and heart.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Driving Awareness Through Safety Training and Education at Covia

In 2023, Covia continued to use safety training and education opportunities with Team Members, contractors, and visitors to reinforce our Safety First mindset and commitments.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

IOC Announces Finalists for Climate Action Awards 2024

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced the names of the finalists for the annual IOC Climate Action Awards 2024, celebrating those within the Olympic Movement who are taking concrete measures to address climate change.

Research, Reports & Publications

Higg BRM Looks to Support CSRD Compliance, Per White Paper

In this latest blog written by Adrián Branco, Senior Manager, Higg Index Brand & Retail, at Cascale, he highlights how the Higg Brand & Retail Module (Higg BRM) is making strides to support compliance with the EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

GRI Is Securing Progress: From Impacts to Action

Setting an example for other organizations and businesses on how to embrace transparency and accountability for impacts on the economy, environment and people, GRI has published its annual sustainability report.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whole Kids Awards $1.75M to Schools and Nonprofits To Grow 583 Edible Gardens Serving More Than 290,000 Students

Whole Kids, a Whole Foods Market Foundation project focused on improving children’s health and wellness through their nutrition, announced today that 583 garden grants will be awarded to schools and nonprofit organizations to start or expand edible learning spaces.

Green Infrastructure

Veolia and Milwaukee Recognize Water Reclamation Infrastructure as an “Ecofactory”

As the MMSD’s long standing operating partner, Veolia is designating Milwaukee as its first Ecofactory in America and will use its successes to inspire similar transformation in other cities across the country.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Own Your Financial Future | What Your Small Business Could Be Missing

We’re aiming high and carving out new paths to financial prosperity. This could mean finding another way to make money because working a day job still leaves us worrying about our debt.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

‘Small Dollars, Huge Impact’

Thanks to strong relationships and a shared mission to serve the community, Regions helps an inspiring construction project get off the ground.

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