The Latest News From Leading Brands

Corporate and nonprofit news distributed by 3BL, including press releases, op/eds, multimedia, and the full range of stories that shape reputation.

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Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

International Year of Glass: Celebrating the Power of Glass

We’re thrilled the United Nations has designated 2022 as the International Year of Glass. As a company founded on glass innovation, we see both the practicality and the beauty of glass

Energy & Infrastructure

EV Opportunities Are Blooming in Terminal Yards

Albertsons Companies, the second-largest grocery chain in the U.S., is finding sustainability success since it began using battery-electric terminal tractors at some of its 19 terminals.

Awards & Rankings

Bread Financial's Valerie Greer named one of the Most Influential Women in Payments in 2022

We are so proud of EVP and Chief Commercial Officer, Valerie Greer for being named one of the Most Influential Women in Payments in 2022 by American Banker.

Awards & Rankings

CooperCompanies Scores 100 Percent on 2022 Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index

CooperCompanies received a score of 100 out of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index.

Environment

Enbridge Welcomes New UN Flagship Report on Climate Change

With pursuit of RNG, hydrogen, CCS and renewables, we’re accelerating society’s transition to a lower-carbon world

Environment

Comcast Marks Step Toward Carbon Neutral Goal with 250 MW Solar Agreement

Comcast announced an agreement to purchase 250 megawatts of solar electricity from Constellation that will power approximately 12 percent of its U.S. operations and the vast majority of its Mid-Atlantic operations with clean, renewable energy.

Health & Healthcare

Yum China Strengthens Its Commitment to Promoting Balanced Diets and Healthy Lifestyles

Yum China Holdings, Inc. (the "Company" or "Yum China", NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987) announced the launch of a new campaign to promote balanced diets by offering customers more fruit and vegetable options.

Education & Workforce Development

Quest Diagnostics Provides Grant to Support SAT Prep and AP Courses at Massachusetts School

Quest Diagnostics, as part of the Quest for Health Equity (Q4HE) initiative, recently provided a $97,350 grant to Marlborough High School in Massachusetts

Education & Workforce Development

Where Are They Now? Students' Future Goals Influenced by Immersive Stem Program

Research & Reports

Illumina Releases Annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report

Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ: ILMN), a global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies, today released its annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, highlighting the company's 2021 environmental, social, and governance (ESG) program and commitment to human health.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Rockwell Automation Expedites Hiring Process for Top Prospects

Rockwell Automation extended on-the-spot offers for internships and early career opportunities to attendees at the National Society of Black Engineers’ Annual Convention held last month in Anaheim, CA and invited others for further interviews.

Energy & Infrastructure

Polish Oil Refiner to Invest €1.6bn in Hydrogen Projects by 2030

PKN Orlen has announced it will invest PLN 7.4bn on low and zero-carbon hydrogen development projects by 2030 to help build a hydrogen economy in Europe. The multi-utility company has developed a Hydrogen Strategy covering four key areas.

AI & Technology

Universities Reimagine Teaching Labs for a Virtual Future

The COVID-19 pandemic forced the closure of university teaching labs worldwide. Students in STEM classes stopped using industry-grade equipment on campus, and tried to problem-solve with take-home kits that provided limited functionality.

Environment

7 Memorable Slip, Trip, & Fall Videos to Inspire a Culture of Safety

We simply couldn’t resist compiling 7 Memorable Slip, Trip, & Fall Videos for your viewing and teaching pleasure. Some may make you laugh while others may make you cringe, but all of them illuminate the hazards that lurk in every workplace.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Sustainable Product Design

We want our products to be distinguished not only by their capabilities but also by the care and attention we put into producing them.

Inclusion & Opportunity

PNC Chief Diversity Officer: Inclusion Is Key Factor in Shaping Business

PNC Chief Diversity Officer Gina Coleman believes the bank’s commitment to inclusion shapes how people lead, interact with their colleagues and deliver on business strategies.

Corporate Responsibility

How to Land Your Dream Job in ESG

The pathway to a fulfilling career in ESG is anything but linear. While the demand for ESG talent has never been higher, finding a role remains challenging. Here is some advice from the thinkPARALLAX team.

Philanthropy

PSEG Foundation Supports More Than 200 Nonprofit Organizations Tackling Environmental Sustainability, Social Justice, Equity and Economic Empowerment

The PSEG Foundation is pleased to announce its new strategic pillars of environmental sustainability, social justice, and equity and economic empowerment.

Inclusion & Opportunity

AEG's Women's Employee Network Group Hosts Career Exploration Program for High School Girls in Los Angeles at Crypto.com Arena in Celebration of Women's History Month

In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Women@AEG employee network group hosted a career exploration event “Women in Sports and Entertainment” for more than 25 female students from the nonprofit organizations Our Own and Brotherhood Crusade as part of the AEG Futures Career Exploration program.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Discussion on SEC Climate Disclosure Rule Proposal With SEC Chair Gary Gensler

Ceres to hold a virtual live discussion with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler and investors and companies about the new proposed climate disclosure rule.

Volunteering & Community

Aramark Recognizes Volunteers for Outstanding Community Service During the Pandemic

In celebration of National Volunteer Month, Aramark is recognizing several outstanding employee volunteers across the world for their service to local communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Energy & Infrastructure

The Home Depot X Energy Star: Making Energy Choices That Count for You and the Climate

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Philanthropy

Wells Fargo Invests $3.5M to Convert Schools, Hospitals, Office Buildings into Affordable Homes

To increase the supply and affordability of homes in the U.S., Housing Partnership Network (HPN) today announced $3.5 million in grants to help transform empty hotels, schools, hospitals, and commercial buildings into affordable apartments

Volunteering & Community

International Day of Sport for Development and Peace 2022: How Sport Can Build Bridges

On the occasion of the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, celebrated on April 6, the IOC looks at how sport and the Olympic Games have brought people together throughout the years, building bridges and fostering understanding.

Environment

COP26 Achieves Methane Milestone - Corporates Must Act, Across Value Chains

Global emissions of this tiny molecule – made up of one carbon surrounded by four hydrogen atoms – are responsible for up to 30% of all global warming, with 60% of total emissions deriving from human sources.

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Aflac Stories

Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.

Sustainability Report

Our latest Sustainability Report highlights recent accomplishments and progress toward achieving goals in the environmental, social and governance...

Whirlpool Corporate Citizenship

This category covers areas that aren't our signature charities. Main topics can include Homes For Our Troops as well as smaller charity organizations...

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is embedded in our company values. We actively promote it among our employees, raise awareness, and foster an...

Health in Action

Our Prescription for a Better World framework is organized around three key pillars: building healthy communities (Health in Action), protecting the...

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...

Subaru Love Promise: Community

Subaru is dedicated to supporting those who need it the most in our communities. From donating food to Feeding America, providing essential items to...

Sustainable Products and Innovation

Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...

GoDaddy | Microbusiness

They’re the people who build websites, run restaurants, and teach online classes. They power local economies and national growth but their impact...

Heritage

For more than 160 years, Bacardi has been a family-owned company guided by its heritage. From the revolutionary introduction of BACARDÍ rum, the birth...