Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Events, Media & Communications

Sustainability Driving Global Innovation: Highlights From MilliporeSigma at Sustainability LIVE Chicago 2025

Jeffrey Whitford, Vice President of Sustainability & Social Business Innovation at MilliporeSigma, took part in an inspiring Fireside Chat, “Sustainability Driving Global Innovation,” at Sustainability LIVE Chicago 2025.

Environment

Decarbonization Strategy: From Ambition to Action in Our Climate Transition Plan

At Trane Technologies, our Climate Transition Plan (CTP) answers that “how,” translating our sustainability commitments into a strategic roadmap for our science-based trajectory to net-zero by 2050.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru Donations to ASPCA Exceed $40 Million Following the 2024 Subaru Share the Love® Event

We are thrilled to share that since the inception of our partnership with Subaru of America, Inc. in 2008, the ASPCA has received more than $41 million in vital funds from Subaru.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Freedom to Explore: Meet Mandy Marcellette

My journey has been anything but traditional - and I’m thankful for that. I started in a frontline role and kept following the trail of curiosity, asking "how can this be better?" at every step.

Events, Media & Communications

Nominations Open: 25 Voices Defining Corporate Sustainability in 2025

3BL announces The 25 Voices Defining Corporate Sustainability in 2025, created to recognize the storytellers, strategists, and communicators who are reshaping how companies speak about sustainability.

Energy

Acculon Energy Selects Rockwell Automation and Circulor To Advance Supply Chain Transparency and Compliance in Battery Manufacturing

Rockwell Automation, in collaboration with its partner Circulor, recently announced that it has been selected by Acculon Energy, a U.S.-based manufacturer of advanced battery systems, to deliver next-generation battery energy storage solutions.

Innovation & Technology

The Biomimicry Institute Announces the 2025 Ray of Hope Accelerator Cohort: 10 Nature-Inspired Startups Driving Climate Solutions

The Biomimicry Institute has announced the ten startups selected for the 2025 Ray of Hope Accelerator.

Energy

Living in the Mainstream for Battery Storage

The last five years have seen a huge increase in the number of installations of battery storage systems – and an increase in financing volumes for the asset. Proximo asks a panel of industry experts whether policies and technologies are robust enough to maintain this momentum.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment Appoints Jon Burckin to Senior Banker in Equity Distribution

KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) has appointed Jon Burckin to senior business development banker on the equity distribution team.

Responsible Production & Consumption

U... for Urban Heat Island, a Saint-Gobain Podcast

There's no doubt about it: cities are mineral, and therefore sparsely planted. The consequence? They store more heat than the surrounding countryside, creating "urban heat islands". But there are ways to avoid them, and make our cities more pleasant to live in.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Wesco Repeats as Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion

Wesco is honored to again be recognized as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion,” earning a top score on the 2025 Disability Equality Index®.

Innovation & Technology

Life Science Industry Trends: Navigating Complexity and Shaping the Future

Life sciences organizations continue to operate within a fast-changing environment defined by evolving capital markets, regulatory scrutiny, innovation in drug development, and shifting expectations around compliance and transparency.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

More Than Lipstick: Mary Kay’s Pink Changing Lives Earns Forbes Top 10 Social Impact Spot

In July, Mary Kay Inc. announced it has been recognized by Forbes for the second year in a row, clinching #9 on the 2025 Best Brands for Social Impact list and being the only beauty brand, and the only direct selling brand recognized in the Top 10.

Research, Reports & Publications

New, Interactive Dashboards Show Cocoa Farmers Continue To Benefit From Trainings Facilitated by Fairtrade

Two new, interactive dashboards allows users to explore the latest data on cocoa farming and Fairtrade's work across the chocolate sector.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Action Against Hunger and French Water Partnership Amplify Global Call for Survival and Resilient Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) at UN 2026 Water Conference Preparatory Session

At the UN 2026 Water Conference Prep Meeting, Action Against Hunger and partners launched a global Call to Action to prioritize lifesaving WASH in crisis zones. With 175M in need, they urge urgent funding, protection, and political will.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Meet Devin, Frank and Katie: The Trio Making a Positive Impact for Generations

At Henkel North America, diversity is a path to progress, innovation, and impact. Our employees and partners are united by our purpose: Pioneers at heart for the good of generations.

Education

Fifth Third Foundation Recognizes Students With Education Scholarships

The Fifth Third Foundation has made education programs a top priority since its founding in 1948. To honor students with high achievements, Fifth Third established its Scholarship Program.

Responsible Production & Consumption

More Strength, Less Plastic

In 2023, we rolled out a multi-year development plan code-named Sugar Ray. The plan resulted in the redesign of our large format Ready To Use bottles for 30 products, including Ortho Home Defense, Bug-B-Gon, and Ortho GroundClear.

Research, Reports & Publications

Mastercard: Delivering Pathways to Sustained Prosperity

Mastercard showcases how it is advancing against its mission to power economies and empower people, building a sustainable economy where everyone prospers, in its 2024 Impact Report.

Diversity & Inclusion

FedEx Fosters PRIDE and Purpose by Creating Equal Opportunities Across India

Federal Express Corporation (“FedEx”), the world’s largest express transportation company, continues to drive inclusive entrepreneurship in India through collaboration with United Way Mumbai’s flagship initiative, Saksham.

Innovation & Technology

Security Double Standard? Young Consumers Reuse Passwords, Expect Businesses to Be Fort Knox

A new GoDaddy survey reveals a surprising paradox among younger consumers: while Gen Z and Millennials appear less concerned about protecting themselves online, they have little tolerance for businesses that fall short on security.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

From Farm to Fork: Transforming the Hidden Middle

Explore the often-overlooked “hidden middle” of agrifood value chains, which offers a key opportunity for global food-system transformation.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Duck Days of Summer Are Here: Do Good Powered by Aflac

This year, the Aflac Childhood Cancer Foundation will award up to 15 grants of $1,500 each to Child Life programs in the U.S. that provide support to children with cancer and/or blood disorders and/or their siblings.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Cascale Highlights Gender Equity in Supply Chains as Key to Building Resilient Workforces

Joleen Ong, Cascale’s senior director of brand and retailer membership, recently joined a panel at the Good Business Forum in New York to discuss how workplace strategies, particularly those focused on women, have translated into tangible business outcomes.

Environment

Celebrate World Snake Day by Bringing Back the “Lord of the Forest”

In honor of World Snake Day, International Paper and National Fish and Wildlife Foundation take a moment to recognize how forest restoration is fueling the recovery of one of America’s most iconic serpents

Latest Campaigns

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  15. Growth Through Sustainability
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