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Events, Media & Communications

Baker Tilly's Ellen Labita Appointed to FASB’s Not-for-Profit Advisory Committee

Baker Tilly announces Ellen Labita, partner and professional practice leader for Baker Tilly’s not-for profit and healthcare practices, has been appointed to the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Not-for-Profit Advisory Committee for a four-year term.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Whirlpool Corporation Launches Newest Employee Resource Group (ERG): the Whirlpool Family Network

Whirlpool Corporation's newest Employee Resource Group (ERG) the Whirlpool Family Network launched last week with a kickoff event featuring local vendors and services, delicious food, and several speakers.

Energy

Atlantic City Electric's Workforce Development Program Paving a Path for Atlantic City Residents

At Atlantic City Electric, workforce development is shaping the future of the energy industry through various programs that support the growth of our future energy workforce, while directly impacting the lives of those we serve.

Diversity & Inclusion

Cisco: Building Inclusive AI Will Accelerate Innovation

This post was authored by Mary Fernandez, Cisco global lead for disability and neuro-inclusion.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Duke Energy Donates $425,000 to Programs Providing Food Assistance and Other Resources to Florida Seniors, Families

Duke Energy has awarded $425,000 to more than a dozen Florida organizations that provide food assistance and other community resources to help seniors and families throughout the state.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

100 Days of Conflict in Gaza

Gaza is on the brink of famine.

Research, Reports & Publications

What Industry Analysts Say About SAP Sustainability

For nearly 15 years, SAP has committed to being a sustainability leader both in our operations and through our sustainability product offerings for customers. Industry analysts review and assess the sustainability performance of companies across industries.

Energy

LyondellBasell Edges Closer to Meeting Its 2030 Renewable Energy Target

LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) signed two new Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) in the United States, which will bring the company's total procured renewable electricity to 1,366 megawatts (MW).

Energy

Actively Pioneering British Columbia’s Low-Carbon Future

Some might not be aware of the considerable work unfolding so the energy transition can happen safely and seamlessly. Important tools like carbon capture and storage (CCS), or adding hydrogen to the energy mix, can’t just happen with the collective snap of our fingers.

Events, Media & Communications

Global Citizen, pgLANG and President of Ghana, H.E. Nana Akufo-Addo, Partner To Announce ‘Move Afrika: Ghana’

Ghana to join Rwanda as a host nation for Move Afrika 2024, a long-term, large-scale effort to pioneer a first-of-its-kind international music touring circuit across the African continent.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

United Soybean Board Releases 2023 Sustainability Overview Report

What’s the power of one unassuming soybean? When it’s sustainably grown by U.S. Soy farmers and adopted by their growing roster of public and private partners, that single bean can simultaneously advance food security, renewable energy and environmental stewardship

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Kimberly-Clark Malaysia Recognized for Its Excellence in Corporate Social Responsibility

Kimberly-Clark Malaysia was recognized by the American Chamber of Commerce in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia at the MY Cares Awards Ceremony for our excellence in corporate social responsibility.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Chemours MLK Day of Service: Continuing the Dream Together

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day and every day, we celebrate the power of all we can accomplish when we come together for a common purpose.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Final Call for Entries: Environment+Energy Leader Awards 2024

Last chance to enter the 2024 Environment+Energy Leader Awards! Showcase your ESG and sustainability achievements in a product or project category. Deadline: Jan 19.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

2024 Look Ahead: Addressing Uncertainty Through Purpose

With COVID-19 concerns and the fear of US recession waning, many of us thought we would all be better off leading into 2024, but geopolitical risks are stacking up to keep danger lurking around every corner.

Events, Media & Communications

Another Year of Impact: CCOP's 2023 Year in Numbers

At the start of each new year, our team pauses to reflect on impact over the previous 12 months. Our journey this past year has been gratifying and we're thrilled to share the highlights with you—our esteemed partners, clients, and friends.

Diversity & Inclusion

Henkel Expands Gender-Neutral Parental Leave Program for Employees Worldwide

Henkel, a leading manufacturer of well-known consumer and industrial brands, has expanded its parental leave policy for all U.S. employees, regardless of gender or family structure.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Cintas Corporation Earns NETS Road Safety Achievement Award

Cintas Corporation was awarded the NETS Road Safety Achievement Award for Overall Road Safety. The award was presented at NETS’ annual Strength IN Numbers® Fleet Safety Benchmark Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

AB: The Weather Is Changing for Climate-Focused Investors

As equity investors hunt for opportunities, why should they consider climate-focused investing?

Energy

Sofidel Commits to Net Zero by 2050

The paper manufacturing Group, alongside Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), is embarking on the pathway to reducing greenhouse gas emissions to as close to zero as possible along the entire value chain.

Social Impact & Volunteering

International Volunteer Day 2023: Sands Celebrates Team Member Efforts and Surpassing Its 2025 Volunteerism Target in Two Years

A culture of service is central to Sands’ regions around the world, and volunteerism is a core tenet of the Sands Cares community engagement program.

Education

IBM Collaborates With the Commissionerate of Technical Education, Government of Gujarat To Propel Skilling in AI and Emerging Technologies in Gujarat

Aligned with IBM’s commitment to skill 30 million people by 2023 and train 2 million learners in AI by the end of 2026, the collaboration with CTE Gujarat contributes to addressing the prevailing skills gap in the global workforce.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Trane Technologies Recognized for Sustainability Performance With Inclusion on Corporate Knights’ Global 100

Trane Technologies has been named to Corporate Knights’ 2024 Global 100, recognized as the leader in the Building Products industry and ranking 23rd overall.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Webster Bank Launches Special Purpose Credit Program

Webster Bank announced the launch of its first Special Purpose Credit Program (SPCP) aimed at expanding homeownership opportunities for low-to-moderate income (LMI) first-time homebuyers, and those who are seeking to refinance, in historically underserved areas.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Little Boy’s Cancer Diagnosis Launches Dad’s New Career

Has this ever happened to you? When people know you work for a certain company, sometimes they’ll tell you how much it means to them — or to someone they know — and how it changes lives.

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