Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Health & Healthcare

Australia Begins a Big Push To Sequence Underserved Populations

Oct 20, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Australia’s Centre for Population Genomics (CPG), a collaboration between the Garvan Institute of Medical Research and the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, has launched a new initiative to engage diverse communities in genomic research.

Green Infrastructure

Mobile Fueling Reduces Pollution From Spillage, Increases Sustainability

Oct 20, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Fuel spillage is a common issue in vehicles fueling, which contributes to ground and air pollution. A study from Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health found that Booster's mobile fueling process results in less spillage compared to traditional fueling.

Events, Media & Communications

3BL Forum 2022's Afternoon Sessions Dig Deep Into Corporate Issues

Oct 20, 2022 9:30 AM ET

After releasing the full event agenda, 3BL Forum: Brands Taking Stands® –Now What? takes a closer look at the second half of the Forum - along with session speakers - taking place from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm on October 25 at Pier Sixty, New York

Energy

Chemours and the University of Delaware Unveil the Center for Clean Hydrogen

Oct 20, 2022 9:30 AM ET

The Chemours Company (“Chemours”) (NYSE: CC), a global chemistry company, recently celebrated the announcement of the Clean Hydrogen Partnership co-developed with the University of Delaware, and the unveiling of the Center for Clean Hydrogen.

Innovation & Technology

ekō Solutions Expands Product Offerings to Meet On Going Rescue and Recreational Housing Demands

Oct 20, 2022 8:10 AM ET

ekō Solutions expands product offerings to include an agile Park Model line of container homes on wheels.

Education

TCS Presents the October goIT Monthly Challenge for Mental Health

Oct 19, 2022 5:15 PM ET

For this month's goIT Monthly Challenge, TCS has partnered with GE Power and The Jed Foundation (JED) to challenge students around the world to create a digital innovation that works to ensure healthy lives and well-being for all ages.

Environment

Five Years of CNH Industrial's Initiative To Prevent Crop Stubble Burning at Kallar Majri

Oct 19, 2022 5:00 PM ET

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Solidia Technologies Pivots to Commercialization With Headquarter Move to San Antonio

Oct 19, 2022 4:20 PM ET

Solidia Technologies Pivots to Commercialization with Headquarter Move to San Antonio

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

With Tools and Training From Regions, North Carolina Teens Retreat From No Challenge

Oct 19, 2022 3:45 PM ET

Regions Bank associates recently delivered financial education for EYE Retreat campers discussing that independence aspect. The connection occurred thanks to Juan Pablo Ceballos Garcia, of Regions’ Northpark branch, where Chase is a customer.

Innovation & Technology

Business Spotlight: Sweet Success

Oct 19, 2022 3:45 PM ET

Before the pandemic, Karen was one of 15,000 Colombian microentrepreneurs who participated in the Ovante interactive training program. Ovante users build healthy financial behaviors and the resiliency to plan for a better future.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Bath & Body Works Joins Time To Vote Pledge

Oct 19, 2022 3:25 PM ET

Bath & Body Works joins the Time To Vote pledge and will delay the opening of its stores by two hours this Election Day, Nov. 8, to give every associate the opportunity to vote.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Dow Is Named One of the Best Workplaces in Manufacturing & Production™ in 2022 by Great Place to Work® and Fortune

Oct 19, 2022 2:40 PM ET

Great Place to Work® and Fortune magazine have honored Dow as one of the 2022 Best Workplaces in Manufacturing & Production™.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

American Airlines Raises Nearly $2.5 Million for Lifesaving Cancer Research

Oct 19, 2022 2:40 PM ET

Through its annual fundraising campaign with Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C), American Airlines raises nearly $2.5 million for innovative and life-saving cancer research.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Carol Surface Named World's Top Chief Human Resources Officer

Oct 19, 2022 2:30 PM ET

Medtronic Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Carol Surface is the top CHRO in the world for 2022, according to N2 Growth, a global executive search and leadership advisory firm.

Events, Media & Communications

ESG Talk: Social's Role in ESG: People, Purpose, and Profitability Ft. Beth Wood, Principal Financial Group

Oct 19, 2022 2:15 PM ET

This week, host Mandi McReynolds is joined by Beth Wood, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Principal Financial Group® and the chair of the Principal ESG Task Force.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Olympic Legacy Entities Reiterate Their Commitment to Building a Better World Through Sport for the Next Generation

Oct 19, 2022 2:05 PM ET

Olympic legacy entities gathered at the Seoul Olympic Legacy Forum to collaborate and share best practices aimed at furthering key Olympic Games legacy programmes.

Health & Healthcare

Direct Relief, Amgen and C/Can Team Up To Improve Access to Breast Cancer Diagnostics and Treatment in Paraguay

Oct 19, 2022 2:05 PM ET

"Our initiative with C/Can and Direct Relief can bring much-needed medicines to people suffering with cancer," said Dr. Victoria Elegant, Global Lead, Access to Healthcare, at Amgen.

Health & Healthcare

Reducing the Impact of COVID-19 in Underserved Communities in Illinois

Oct 19, 2022 2:05 PM ET

With Q4HE’s support, FCHC is partnering with the faith-based community to expand awareness and education related to COVID-19 testing and vaccination.

Diversity & Inclusion

D&I Weekly News Round Up: Work-Life, Representation and More

Oct 19, 2022 1:35 PM ET

Today we are talking about NASA’s DEIA strategic plan, the benefits of work-life support programs, two major marathons including non-binary category, and reactions to the new “The Little Mermaid” trailer.

Diversity & Inclusion

NortonLifeLock Employees Get Involved in the Out & Equal Workplace Summit

Oct 19, 2022 1:10 PM ET

October is LGBTQ+ History Month, which shines a light on the milestones and individuals who have led the global movement for equality. This week, NortonLifeLock will be volunteering at & sending virtual attendees to the Out & Equal Workplace Summit.

Diversity & Inclusion

A Firsthand Look at PNC's Inaugural Unidos Hispanic/Latino Leaders Forum

Oct 19, 2022 12:45 PM ET

In mid-September, on the cusp of Hispanic Heritage Month, I attended the inaugural PNC Unidos Hispanic and Latino Leaders Forum in Miami, Fla.

Events, Media & Communications

Courtney Van Tassell Joins Antea Group as Senior Consultant

Oct 19, 2022 12:15 PM ET

Antea Group is excited to announce that Courtney Van Tassell has recently joined as a Senior Consultant. Courtney has over 18 years of consulting experience and specializes in the areas of Mergers & Acquisitions and Transactional due diligence.

Education

Southern Company Provides Scholarship to Upcoming HBCU Student

Oct 19, 2022 12:10 PM ET

Southern Company, Propel, Disney and the HBCU Week Foundation announced Djahnel Reid of Orlando, Fla. as the recipient of a $50,000 Propel Student Impact Scholarship on Friday.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

ESG Trendsetters: Itron

Oct 19, 2022 12:00 PM ET

As a leader in ESG, Itron is helping cities and utilities better manage energy and water. ESG is embedded into Itron’s corporate culture and provides an inspirational model for scalable impact. Hear from Gianella on how he and the Itron team continue to set the trend.

Diversity & Inclusion

4 Organizations Changing the Gaming World for Good

Oct 19, 2022 12:00 PM ET

Philanthropic organizations and nonprofits are increasingly looking to gamers to boost engagement and raise awareness about their causes.