Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Responsible Production & Consumption

Schneider Electric’s Perspectives Day Asia Reframes Risk

Cascale

Environment

NFWF Announces $1.8 Million To Support Working Lands and Restore Wildlife Habitat in the Intermountain West

Yum! Brands

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Bridging Clients and Teams: Meet Andjela Arsic

GoDaddy

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank Foundation Invests $225,000 To Preserve Affordable Housing in Toledo’s Old South End

KeyBank

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Global Reach, Local Impact

Tapestry, Inc.

Health & Healthcare

How CVS Health Supports Better Heart Health

CVS Health

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Jeff Towns: Leading With Experience, Safety, and Humanity at Blue Mountain

Covia

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

SLB Recognized at the World 50 2026 Impact Awards

SLB

Featured Brands

Newsweek: Medtronic Built a Care Platform for Ghana. Now, It’s Working in New Jersey

Alexis Kayser, Healthcare Editor at Newsweek, recently connected with Geoff Martha, CEO of Medtronic, and Dennis Pullin, CEO of Virtua Health, to learn how they transformed a tactic used in Kenya, Ghana and India into a community health program in New Jersey.

Delivering History: FedEx Helps Bring Bison Latifrons to the Smithsonian

On Thursday, May 7, 2026, the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History will help mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with the opening of Bison: Standing Strong.

NFWF Announces $1.8 Million To Support Working Lands and Restore Wildlife Habitat in the Intermountain West

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) recently announced nearly $1.8 million in grants to restore, improve and conserve sagebrush, mesic wet meadow and big game migratory corridor habitats in Idaho, Utah and Wyoming.

Wells Fargo Helps Drive Growth in West Charlotte With $6 Million

Wells Fargo today announced a $6 million philanthropic investment in Charlotte, North Carolina, reinforcing the company’s long‑standing commitment to the city.

What It’s Like To Grow Up With a Trach

Grace's story is a powerful look at life with a tracheostomy (trach) and the strength of a family navigating a diagnosis.

PNC Surpasses Community Benefits Plan Commitment With $119 Billion in Community Investments

Surpassing our original $88 billion commitment with $119.3 billion in capital investments, loans and philanthropic support, PNC expanded homeownership, small business growth and community revitalization initiatives in low- and moderate-income (LMI) communities nationwide.

One Million Items Collected! Taco Bell® Sauce Container U.S. Recycling Program

For years, Taco Bell’s iconic hot sauce packets have been part of fans’ biggest and boldest moments, from elevating everyday meals to inspiring fashion statements and even unforgettable marriage proposals.

Ditch “Aisle Anxiety” With Guiding Stars

According to a recent survey of US adults, more than a third of respondents experience “aisle anxiety” when grocery shopping. And 39% feel “overwhelmed” by all the options. The survey also found that the average shopper spends four minutes deliberating over each item.

Connecting Across Continents With Women of Cisco Networking Academy

Through Cisco Networking Academy, millions of learners each year gain the skills and credentials they need to lead, create, and thrive in the tech industry. Here, we’re showcasing a few of Cisco Networking Academy’s inspiring women and their unique career journeys.

How a Supplemental Insurance Safety Net Can Cover Any Path While You’re Growing Up

Life is full of unexpected moments, and unique choices and conventional milestones, like getting married or starting a new job, can be bypassed or reached at different times by different people.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Wells Fargo Foundation Grants $550,000 to JUST Community to Expand Wealth Building Programs for Texas Entrepreneurs

Wells Fargo Foundation Grants $550,000 to JUST Community to Expand Wealth Building Programs for Texas Entrepreneurs

Education

How Gen Helps To Prepare Students To Excel in a Technology-Driven World

Digital citizenship programs help students all over the world become the leaders of tomorrow through building their skills to safely and effectively leverage technology in our digital-first world.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Community Impact: Sustainability and Local Economic Support

For Entergy, the story of recovery after Katrina was never just about turning the lights back on; it was about laying the foundation for lasting stability and opportunity.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

A Milestone of Hope

What comes to mind when you think of a bell? Perhaps it elicits memories of school days spent waiting for one to ring, or maybe you’re reminded of the Liberty Bell that symbolizes independence.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Marathon Petroleum’s Driver All-Star Joe Finlen Honored by NPTC

Joe Finlen, a professional truck driver for 48 years, was honored with the 2025 National Driver All-Star award for driving 3.5 million miles without any accidents, injuries, or moving violations.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Saint-Gobain Canada Inaugurates First Zero-Carbon* Gypsum Wallboard Plant in North America and Largest in the World

Saint-Gobain Canada officially marked the completion of its expansion and sustainable upgrade project at its CertainTeed Gypsum plant in Sainte-Catherine, Quebec, transforming the facility into North America’s first zero-carbon (scopes 1 and 2) gypsum wallboard plant.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Duke Energy Florida Reflects on One-Year Anniversaries of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Plans for Future

Nearly one year after hurricanes Helene and Milton impacted the state, Duke Energy Florida continues to complete energy infrastructure investments to boost power reliability, strengthen the grid

Responsible Production & Consumption

Saint-Gobain Canada inaugure la première usine de panneaux de gypse zéro carbone* en Amérique du Nord et la plus grande au monde

Aujourd'hui, Saint-Gobain Canada a officiellement marqué l'achèvement de son projet d’expansion et de mise à niveau durable à son usine CertainTeed Gypse à Sainte-Catherine, au Québec, transformant l'installation en la première usine de panneaux de gypse zéro carbone.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

From Waste to Worth: Data Strategies That Drive Material ROI

As the world turns its attention to Climate Week NYC and COP30, much of the focus is on decarbonization and fossil fuels. Yet concentrating on energy only overlooks a critical lever: the circular economy.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

First Participant of Manhattan Chamber of Commerce’s Retail Storefront Accelerator Program Signs Lease in New York City

The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce has announced that the first participant of its Retail Storefront Accelerator program has signed a new lease agreement at Manhattan’s Oculus World Trade Center.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Georgia-Pacific Announces $800 Million Capital Investment in Alabama River Cellulose Mill

Georgia-Pacific today announced a new capital project for the company’s Alabama River Cellulose mill in Perdue Hill, Alabama. The $800 million investment will modernize, expand and streamline the facility’s production capabilities.

Responsible Production & Consumption

ESG Voices: Food Resilience — Reimagining Global Food Systems

In this episode, we explore the pressing challenges and transformative opportunities intertwined with global food resilience, highlighted in a recent report launched by KPMG International, titled "Reimagining Global Food System Resilience".

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

UNIDO and Lenovo Collaborate To Accelerate Circular Economy Innovation

Through an exchange of letters, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and Lenovo formalized a strategic collaboration to accelerate global initiatives that support the circular economy

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Dow Named Best Workplace in Manufacturing & Production by Great Place to Work® and Fortune Magazine

Dow (NYSE: DOW) has been named #1 on the 2025 Best Workplaces in Manufacturing & Production™ list by Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine. This is the Company’s second consecutive year achieving the #1 ranking and fifth consecutive year on this prestigious list.

Energy

Watch Now: Key Tips for Understanding Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

With Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) playing a central role in enabling more resilient, efficient, and flexible power infrastructure, our Cummins expert, Hassan Obeid, explores the practical realities of deploying BESS—from usage definition to system integration and safety

Events, Media & Communications

Boston Tire Emissions Research Conference Marks a Collective Step Forward

The 2025 Tire Emissions Research Conference, which took place earlier this month in Boston, brought together the international research community focused on tire emissions research.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Eastman Named as a 100 Best Corporate Citizen for 2025

Eastman has been recognized by 3BL, a leading sustainability communications partner, as one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2025. This prestigious ranking acknowledges Eastman’s exceptional commitment to sustainability transparency and performance.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Advocacy in Action: Bridging Corporate Purpose and Public Policy

At Mary Kay, leadership is about creating lasting, positive impact. For more than 60 years, Mary Kay has championed women’s empowerment, nurtured purpose-driven leadership, and supported institutions that shape the future of civic life.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Gen Participates in World Clean Up Day

Clean phone. Cleaner planet. All September, for every new annual subscription to CCleaner Mobile, Gen will donate $1 to World Cleanup Day — an NGO mobilizing millions to fight mismanaged waste. 

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Entergy Donates $3M To Help Customers “Beat the Heat” and Save Money This Summer

In response to this summer’s high temperatures, Entergy shareholders, customers and employees donated $3 million to help customers who are struggling to pay their energy bills.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Agritechnica 2025: Experience Top Technology From Steyr Traktoren With Game-Changing Advances and a Bold New Development

At Agritechnica 2025, CNH brand, STEYR Traktoren, is underlining its customer promise to be ‘Your Partner To Rely On’, and its commitment to products born in Austria, displaying tractors across its product range – including a significant new introduction.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Sustainable Furnishing Council’s Next Chapter Continues With Cascale

In this guest blog, Sustainable Furnishing Council’s Scarlette Tapp outlines a transformative announcement for the global home furnishings industry: Cascale is acquiring SFC’s key assets.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

ESG Voices: Incentivizing Long-Term Value Creation

In this episode, we will hear from leaders at KPMG who will share insights about a recent report launched by KPMG International discussing incentivizing long-term value creation by linking sustainability metrics to board members’ pay.

Events, Media & Communications

From Australia to the World: The Scientist Leading a Movement for Healthy Indoor Air

As co-owner of the Good News Network, I have long believed in shining a light on solutions that improve lives and strengthen communities. That same conviction led me to serve as a commissioner on the Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Bleve Willoughby: Leading With People and Purpose at Elco and Tamms

At Covia’s Elco and Tamms plants, people make the difference. Learn how Plant Manager Bleve Willoughby leads with purpose, safety, and pride.

Latest Campaigns

License to Operate

Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...

Subaru Share the Love® Event

Since the launch of the Subaru Share the Love Event in 2008, Subaru of America and our retailers have donated more than $256 million to charity, with...

Employee and Community Engagement

At MilliporeSigma, we look for opportunities to use employee and community engagement to spark scientific curiosity and breakthroughs. We know that...

Accelerating access to healthcare technology

We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...

Putting 'H' (Humanity and Health) Into ESG

Putting 'H' (Humanity and Health) Into ESG

Halo Awards

The Halo Awards are the social impact sector’s longest-running recognition of excellence in corporate–nonprofit partnerships. For more than two...

Collective Action

Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...

Key Supports Affordable Housing

KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment helps fulfill Key’s purpose to help clients and communities thrive by financing projects that...

SustainabilityHQ.com Weekly Highlights

Highlighting the top news, commentary, and research for the week coming from SHQ. The highlights newsletter also spotlights one profiled organization...

Enriching Women's Lives

60 years ago, Mary Kay Ash created an unparalleled opportunity for women to define their own successes and control their own futures. Her vision of...