Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Diversity & Inclusion

Yum! Brands and the University of Louisville Announce First-of-its-Kind Education and Research Center to Unlock Opportunities in Franchising for Underrepresented People of Color and Women

Jun 1, 2021 4:00 PM ET

The Center is part of Yum! Brands’ Unlocking Opportunity Initiative, in which the Company committed $100 million over 5 years to promote equity and inclusion, education and entrepreneurship for employees, frontline restaurant teams and communities.

Research, Reports & Publications

Progressing on Our Valuing Nature Journey

Jun 1, 2021 3:35 PM ET

In 2011, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and Dow began a journey to demonstrate that integrating the value of nature into business decisions can lead to better business and conservation outcomes.

Innovation & Technology

Investments in Privacy and Security Innovation

Jun 1, 2021 3:30 PM ET

Today’s cyber attacks are ever-evolving, so we must make investments to stay ahead. These investments include enhancements to the foundational security of our solutions, adding layers of security that help protect against counterfeit and unauthorized versions of hardware and software.

Energy

Save Energy and Improve Performance

Jun 1, 2021 3:05 PM ET

“Did I remember to adjust the air conditioning before I left?” Most of us have asked ourselves this question at some point. But at more than 1,500 FedEx Office stores, it’s a thing of the past.

Energy

Duke Energy Begins Construction on 22.6-megawatt Cabarrus County, N.C., Solar Project

Jun 1, 2021 3:00 PM ET

Expanding its rapidly growing clean-energy portfolio, Duke Energy has begun construction on the 22.6-MW Speedway Solar power plant in Cabarrus County. The project will be owned and operated by Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions, a new commercial brand that includes Duke Energy Renewables.

Environment

Business Collaboration to Protect Our Planet Has Never Been More Critical

Jun 1, 2021 2:35 PM ET

Our unique and precious world is on the brink of profound change. Our actions today are not just impacting the wellbeing of people, communities and our planet now: they are determining whether future generations will thrive — even survive.

Environment

Carbon Neutral by 2035

Jun 1, 2021 1:40 PM ET

Comcast has made the commitment to be carbon neutral by 2035 by sourcing renewable and clean energy, improving energy efficiency, and measuring and reporting on Scope 1 and 2 emissions annually.

Research, Reports & Publications

Half of Investors Struggle to Trust ESG Reports

Jun 1, 2021 1:30 PM ET

Investors noted a demand for ESG data they can trust, with 64% noting that they currently find it challenging to judge whether a company is doing the right thing and when asked if they found it difficult to trust what companies are disclosing...

Responsible Production & Consumption

Tetra Pak's Optimal Integrated Solution Helps Cut Water Usage and Carbon Emissions for the Dairy Sector

Jun 1, 2021 1:30 PM ET

On World Milk Day, Tetra Pak is showcasing its new UHT 2.0 heating portfolio and Tetra Pak® E3/Speed Hyper packaging equipment in support of this year’s theme of sustainability and Dairy’s commitment to innovation to reduce environmental footprint.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Team Depot Prepares for Hurricane Season by Packaging Relief Kits

Jun 1, 2021 1:30 PM ET

Preparing for a disaster can involve many things. Gathering drinking water, securing generators for electricity or simply writing down the address of a designated community shelter are all good steps to take.

Diversity & Inclusion

Beyond Investments: Seeking Real Change in Diverse Venture Capital Funding

Jun 1, 2021 1:05 PM ET

Last year, investors increased funding for minority founders. But are they making a difference?

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Three Franklin Templeton's Leaders Among Barron's 100 Most Influential Women in US Finance

Jun 1, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Three senior Franklin Templeton leaders—CEO and President Jenny Johnson; Sonal Desai, CIO, Franklin Templeton Fixed Income; and Margaret Vitrano,

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Principal Financial Group® Makes Strides on Environmental, Social and Governance Goals

Jun 1, 2021 12:50 PM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

New NRG Dewey Prairie Garden Will Provide Fresh Produce to Tackle Food Insecurity

Jun 1, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Texan by Nature, a conservation nonprofit organization, is joining forces with NRG Energy, a Houston-based energy company, to build the NRG Dewey Prairie Garden, a 10-acre farm located on a fully reclaimed area of the company’s lignite mine.

Research, Reports & Publications

Why Pets Could Be a Long-Tail Investment Trend

Jun 1, 2021 11:45 AM ET

The $100 billion pet industry is poised to nearly triple to $275 billion by 2030 thanks to a surge in new owners, favorable demographics and increased per-pet spending.

Research, Reports & Publications

1 Trillion Gallons of Water Being Recycled Using Xylem Technology

Jun 1, 2021 11:30 AM ET

Xylem is helping its customers re-use more than one trillion gallons of water, according to its 2020 Sustainability Report, Solving Water for a Resilient World, released today.

Innovation & Technology

Innovation and Sustainability

Jun 1, 2021 11:30 AM ET

Innovation and sustainability are core to Stanley Black & Decker's future and intertwined in our culture.

Health & Healthcare

Subaru of America Dedicates June to Sharing Hope and Warmth With Those Battling Cancer

Jun 1, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Subaru of America, Inc. today announced that it will continue its longtime partnership with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) for the sixth consecutive year to send love, hope and warmth to patients battling cancer during Subaru Loves to Care month in June.

Innovation & Technology

Arrow Electronics Unveils SAM Suit - Helps Quadriplegic Former IndyCar Driver Walk Again

Jun 1, 2021 11:00 AM ET

After a racing crash left him paralyzed from the shoulders down more than two decades ago, former IndyCar driver Sam Schmidt thought he’d never drive or walk again.

Diversity & Inclusion

Pro Bono Perspectives S3E11: Julia Turshen, "Simply Julia"

Jun 1, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Chef, cookbook author (Simply Julia), and activist Julia Turshen appears on the latest episode of Pro Bono Perspectives to talk about representation in the food industry, food insecurity, and how to promote social justice & equity from your kitchen.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Meet Stacy Cline, GoDaddy's Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Senior Director

Jun 1, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Stacy Cline, Senior Director of Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability, drives the strategic direction of social impact efforts, leads CSR processes and initiatives, and develops and implements the company’s sustainability strategy.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Sands Announces Funding to Help the Asian Community Development Council Provide Vital In-Language Social Services

Jun 1, 2021 10:45 AM ET

Continuing our company commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, Sands has announced a $75,000 donation to the Asian Community Development Council (ACDC) for establishment of a language bank and resource hotline to facilitate access to critical social services for the Filipino, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese and Thai communities in Southern Nevada.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

How We Help With Hurricane Preparedness; Disaster Relief and Rebuilding Efforts

Jun 1, 2021 10:30 AM ET

Hurricanes are large, spiraling tropical storms that can pack wind speeds of over 150 miles per hour and unleash trillions of gallons of rain. Hurricanes impact our employees, our customers, our operations and our communities. That’s why we spend all year helping customers prepare; why we partner with non-profit organizations to provide support to those directly impacted by storms and how we help rebuild communities.

Environment

The Top 4 Actions to Take Regarding PFAS

Jun 1, 2021 10:05 AM ET

Regulations regarding PFAS are increasing and are becoming a hot topic in the media and among the public. In a webinar hosted by Antea Group, PFAS experts discussed what actions to take to get ahead of the changing regulations surrounding PFAS.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Keybank Donating $1.5 Million to MetroHealth to Improve Health and Well-being of Underserved Populations

Jun 1, 2021 10:00 AM ET

The KeyBank Foundation is donating $1.5 million to MetroHealth so the health system can bolster its effort to address social determinants of health in Greater Cleveland, particularly in underserved populations.