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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Addressing Complex Issues With Smart Conservation

Since 1985, The Conservation Fund has protected about 28 acres an hour—nearly 700 acres a day. That is about one Central Park worth of land protected each day!

Responsible Production & Consumption

Three Innovative Ways Retailers Are Tackling Sustainability Issues

Retailers are jumping on the sustainability bandwagon and firmly securing themselves there, to enable them – and their consumers – to actively work towards tackling the sustainability issues that the UK faces.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

New Colombian Cullet Hub Will Increase O-I's Cullet Supplies

O-I is opening a new recycling hub for cullet suppliers in Barranquilla, Colombia. The opening of the facility, located on Columbia’s northern coast, is part of our strategic plan to keep more glass in the manufacturing stream and out of landfills.

Research, Reports & Publications

Better Is Always Possible

An empowered Kohler is a better Kohler, and the more our associates feel like they belong, the more unstoppable we will be in achieving our goals when it comes to building a better planet, better communities, and better lives for all.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our Commitment to a Diverse Workforce and Equitable Compensation

As a company that believes an inclusive and diverse workforce better positions us to serve our communities and customers, we prioritize offering equitable compensation to all employees and to supporting the advancement of women and minorities.

Environment

Subaru of America and Philadelphia Union Announce Subaru Park Has Achieved Zero Landfill Status

Subaru of America, Inc., in partnership with the Philadelphia Union, today announced that Subaru Park has reached zero landfill status, making it the first soccer-specific stadium in Major League Soccer (MLS) to reach the milestone.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third CEO Greg Carmichael Honored As Responsible CEO of the Year for Community Impact

3BL Media announced the recipients of the 2021 Responsible CEO of the Year Awards. Responsible CEO of the Year: Community Impact was awarded to Greg D. Carmichael, chairman and CEO, Fifth Third Bank.

Education

STEAMing Ahead with Mobile Learning

Qualcomm & the San Diego Public Library Foundation's STEAMing Ahead with Mobile Learning project demonstrates how integration of technology and extended learning through AR helps increase engagement and prepare students for careers in STEAM fields.

Innovation & Technology

Lenovo and DXC Technology Partner With Dr. Peter Scott-Morgan on Innovative Accessibility Solutions to Create Better Futures for People With Disabilities

DXC Technology & Lenovo announced a collaboration with visionary robotics scientist Dr. Peter Scott-Morgan and his foundation to develop assistive technology solutions to empower people with disabilities, illnesses, & other challenging conditions.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Bank CEO Greg Carmichael Honored as Responsible CEO of the Year for Community Impact

3BL Media announced the recipients of the 2021 Responsible CEO of the Year Awards. Responsible CEO of the Year: Community Impact was awarded to Greg D. Carmichael, chairman and CEO, Fifth Third Bank.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Owens Corning CEO Honored As Responsible CEO of the Year for ESG Transparency

3BL Media announced the recipients of the 2021 Responsible CEO of the Year Awards. Responsible CEO of the Year: ESG Transparency was awarded to Brian Chambers, Chair of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Owens Corning.

Research, Reports & Publications

Engineering Impact: Letters From Our Leaders

Medtronic's CEO and CFO discuss how the company is putting purpose into action, guided by environmental, social, and governance priorities.

Environment

Go Deep: A Playbook for Scoring Sustainability Points in 2022

What do football and sustainability have in common? As it turns out, quite a lot! This post will teach you how to get your business in shape to compete and win in the world of sustainability and Environment, Social, and Governance.

Health & Healthcare

Reducing Fire Risk for Battery Energy Storage Systems and Electric Vehicles

During Fire Prevention Week, WSP fire experts are drawing attention to the rapid growth of alternative energy storage batteries and the need to address fire hazards.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Animal Rescue Efforts Provide Care and Shelter Following Hurricane Ida

On August 29, Hurricane Ida struck the Louisiana gulf coast and caused massive destruction, flooding, and power outages. For animal welfare organizations like the ASPCA®, disaster response became top priority to assist the many displaced animals.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Congratulations to 3BL Media's 2021 Responsible CEO of the Year Honorees!

Today 3BL Media announced the recipients of the 2021 Responsible CEO of the Year Awards.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Arrow Electronics Teams With the Denver Broncos to Support Homeless Teens

Arrow Electronics teamed with the Denver Broncos to donate 500 boxed lunches to Urban Peak, a nonprofit that serves homeless youth in the Denver area.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

GreenMoney Interview Series: Community Impact Investors

This new interview features two Women of Color who are emerging leaders in Socially Responsible Investing and Community Investing

Energy

Cement Plant Cuts Coal and Energy Use With Rockwell Automation Technology

Cement is one of the most widely used products worldwide. China leads the world in cement production and while consistent demand is good news for Chinese producers, cement is an energy-intensive industry that relies heavily on coal for fuel.

Diversity & Inclusion

Leaping Societal Barriers With Care, Creativity and Technology

Being together while staying apart. That’s been the name of the game since March 2020.

But assisting people of all ages with an intellectual disability has been the name of the game for Community Living Essex County (CLEC) since 1961.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Fifth Third Announces $20 Million Neighborhood Investment Program to Transform Russell Neighborhood in Louisville

Fifth Third Bank, National Association, and Enterprise Community Partners today announced the establishment of a neighborhood program to support and revitalize the Russell Neighborhood.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

A Great Environment, and a Great Team for Keysight

Keysight has long been engaged with leading colleges and universities around the world.

Environment

DuPont Performance Building Solutions and Corian® Design Reaffirms Commitment to Climate Action and Invites Partners to Help 'Build the Future'

DuPont Performance Building Solutions (PBS) and Corian® Design knows that avoiding the worst impacts of climate change will not be possible without the deep commitment from the building industry.

Education

Podcast: How to Turn STEM Curiosity Into a Career

In this edition of Shaping the Future of STEM, host and intern Fiona Harley speaks with Zaina Bawa-Mamudu, a microbiologist for Abbott's Structural Heart division based in California.

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