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Innovation & Technology

RNA Sequencing Critical to Identifying Key Fusions for Oncology Patients

At the Phoenix Convention Center in Arizona, representatives from Illumina, a global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies, joined approximately 2000 molecular diagnostic professionals this month for the Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP) 2022 Annual Meeting & Expo.

Energy

5 ESG Energy Trends: From Transition to Transformation

Investors, customers, employees, ratings agencies, and regulators are pushing energy companies to publicly set environmental, social, and governance goals.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank Volunteers Help the West Side Bazaar Recover from Fire

More than a dozen volunteers from KeyBank in Buffalo, N.Y. came together to help at “A Taste of the West Side Bazaar.” The event featured a selection of dishes from the Bazaar’s chefs while raising funds to support the entrepreneurs and small business owners affected by a recent fire.

Innovation & Technology

Bayer Launches New LifeHub in Monheim Focused on the Future of Agriculture in Europe

LifeHub Monheim will bring together innovators, entrepreneurs, and scientists from all over Europe to share knowledge, experience and resources that will help enable sustainable food security for the world’s growing population.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bacardi U.S.A. and FIU's Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management Help FUTURE PROOF the Hospitality Industry

Family-owned Bacardi continues to commit to creating positive impact and opportunities within the hospitality industry through its partnership with the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University (FIU).

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

ASPCA® Celebrates 15 Years as National Charity Partner for the Subaru Share the Love® Event

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has been selected as a national charity partner as part of the 2022 Subaru Share the Love Event with the goal of helping thousands of animals in need across the country.

Education

AMD Empowers the Next Generation of Leaders Through STEM Education Partnerships

As we imagine a future enhanced by what computing offers, we must also empower the next generation of citizens and leaders to continue innovating and making constructive use of its capabilities.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Why Some Indigenous Leaders Don't Trust Corporations

It’s no secret that relationships between Indigenous Peoples, governments and corporations all over the world are troubled — in both the past and present. How did this happen? And what does this look like today?

Environment

COP27: A Look Ahead at This Critical Moment for Our Planet

A year has passed since global leaders renewed their climate commitments at the COP26 in Glasgow. Today and for the next two weeks, leaders convene again in Egypt for COP27

Education

MAC Kicks-Off 5th Year Partnering With Howard University's 21st Century Advantage Program

M·A·C Cosmetics announces its 5th consecutive year partnering with Howard University's 21st Century Advantage Program (21 CAP).

Events, Media & Communications

Interview With Land Betterment's Cofounder and Chief Governance Officer, Mark LaVerghetta at the 3BL Forum

Land Betterment recently sponsored and spoke at the annual 3BL Forum, a highly regarded sustainability and purpose-focused conference in NYC.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Why More UK Firms Should Appoint Chief Sustainability Officers - Written by Acre's Marie Cloherty for Green Business

Acre has found that whilst the Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) role has taken off in North America and in several EMEA regions, businesses in the UK are not adopting the stand-alone CSO role with the same aplomb.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Alkermes Announces Recipients of 2022 Alkermes Inspiration Grants® Program

Alkermes plc (Nasdaq: ALKS) announced the 2022 recipients of the Alkermes Inspiration Grants® program.

Diversity & Inclusion

Southwire Recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month and LGBTQ+ History Month

In October, Southwire recognized Breast Cancer Awareness Month and LGBTQ+ history month by hosting efforts across the company that provided resources and opportunities to get involved and learn more about both topics.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Blackstone Charitable Foundation Commits $2 Million To Four Historically Black Colleges and Universities in North Carolina and Maryland

The Blackstone Charitable Foundation today announced that it has committed $2 million to expand access to its entrepreneurial skill-building program, Blackstone LaunchPad, to all students at four Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Energy

An 'Ag-Citing' Advancement on Ontario's RNG Scene

Enbridge Gas is leading the way to a low-carbon future by connecting RNG producers to the energy grid. The RNG produced at Stanton Farms will be blended into our natural gas distribution network and storage using an innovative RNG injection station.

Environment

Trees in Screens? How Nanocellulose Is Enhancing Screen Tech Sustainability

We talked to a research material engineer for the USDA’s Forest Service, Ron Sabo, Ph.D., about nanocellulose in tech, how it’s used in screens and other technology, and why it may offer a more sustainable choice for the future of tech.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Human Rights Campaign: Build Better, More Inclusive Communities for LGBTQ+ People

The Human Rights Campaign Foundation is fighting for a world where lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people are truly equal — from the boardroom to the homeroom, from the corner store to the emergency room, and in every single community we call home.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

10 Ways to Transform your Grantmaking

We talked to seven experts across philanthropy. They share strategies that will help you transform your approach to grantmaking. The best part? These changes don’t cost anything.

Events, Media & Communications

Live From UNGA 77 - September 20

Lots of focus on climate action today! Our Head of Sustainability Mats Pellbäck Scharp is joining the Solutions House with Exponentian Roadmap and Google.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Keysight Announces Winners of the 2022 Innovation Challenge

Keysight Technologies, Inc. announced the winners of the Keysight Innovation Challenge 2022. The six finalist teams presented their innovations to a panel of esteemed judges in Santa Rosa, Calif., on October 29, 2022.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Applications Open for Expanded Edison Scholars Program

The next group of high school seniors with big dreams of becoming difference-makers are invited to apply for the class of 2023 Edison scholarships.

Events, Media & Communications

Quest Diagnostics Completes Leadership Succession as Jim Davis Becomes CEO and President, Joins Board of Directors

Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX), the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services, today announced that Jim Davis has succeeded Steve Rusckowski as the CEO and President of Quest Diagnostics

Health & Healthcare

MedTech Market Leaders Share Their Long-Term Business Strategy at CECP's CEO Investor Forum @ The MedTech Conference

Three CEOs representing over $372 billion in market capitalization set the context for the future engaging with institutional investors

Environment

Expanding Conservation Efforts to Protect Vital Forests Across the Globe

WWF and HP accelerate forest protection, management and restoration in key landscapes in Australia, Brazil and Peru.

Latest Campaigns

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