Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Green Infrastructure

American Airlines and Deloitte Pioneer Market-based Solution to Reduce Carbon Emissions From Air Travel

American Airlines and Deloitte today announced an innovative collaboration to advance the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to reduce emissions from aviation.

Health & Healthcare

Alcohol's Effects on the Heart

February is American Heart Month, an important time to learn about how heart health is impacted by alcohol consumption.

Environment

Scotts and MLB Launch 2021 Field Refurbishment Grant Program

Beginning today, the Scotts Company LLC (Scotts) and Major League Baseball will begin accepting submissions for the 2021 Scotts® Field Refurbishment Grant Program, which awards modern, playable youth baseball and softball field refurbishments to four communities in need within the United States

Social Impact & Volunteering

On-Demand Support for Your Small Business

Get valuable support for your small business from Taproot's virtual volunteers. Learn how at Taproot Foundation's free Thursday, March 11 webinar at 1 PM ET/10 AM PT.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

GRI and B Lab Team Up on Impact Management

GRI and B Lab have joined forces to help organizations get more out of their reporting and assessment tools. This collaboration allows companies to optimize their contribution to a more sustainable future.

Research, Reports & Publications

'Race in the Workplace: The Black Experience,' a McKinsey & Co. Report Created in Collaboration with Walmart

This research has been underway since last summer and represents one of the most comprehensive studies of its kind. It includes qualitative and quantitative analysis gathered from 24 top companies, and it leverages publicly available data.

Health & Healthcare

T‑Mobile Brings Ultra Capacity 5G to Miami U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Hospital

With 5G speeds, medical teams can improve critical telehealth services and provide more efficient care across the facility with instant wireless access to large amounts of patient information.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Takeda Named a Global Top Employer for 4th Consecutive Year

Takeda has been named a Global Top Employer for 4th consecutive year!

Innovation & Technology

How IBMers on “Silicon Bayou” Helped Louisiana Recover From Ransomware Attacks

Cybercrime against U.S. public school districts is on the rise. A new IBM study shows nearly 60% of school staff feel unprepared for security threats, including attacks called ransomware, which steal and hold data hostage until officials pay up.

Diversity & Inclusion

Frankly Speaking with Franchisees: Seeing Potential Everywhere

Mike Quinn is always on the lookout for potential — potential business opportunities and potential in his more than 1,400 employees.

Energy

First Project of Its Kind in Canada Will See Enbridge Subsidiary Inject Green Hydrogen Into Its Gas Distribution Grid

Gazifère, an Enbridge subsidiary, and Evolugen, the Canadian operations arm of Brookfield Renewable, today announced plans to build and operate one of Canada’s largest green hydrogen injection projects in Quebec.

Education

'Financial Health Is Foundational to Everything We Do' With HBCUs

Brandi McLean believes that people need financial skills to survive. That’s why she’s made it her mission to educate people about it. McLean, an accountant in Virginia, has been teaching young children about financial literacy in her free time.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Black Leadership Spotlight: Lewis Spears, Kismet of Kings

In celebration of Black History Month, Common Impact is spotlighting remarkable Black nonprofit leaders and their many contributions to creating more positive, healthy, and equitable communities.

Diversity & Inclusion

Celebrating the Strength of Diversity in Clarivate This LGBT+ History Month

Clarivate has long led the way in campaigning for more inclusive workplaces and communities.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Skills Gap Widens During COVID. Computational Thinking Could Help.

Technology has enabled our world to become increasingly connected – a trend that should be reflected in our teaching methods.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Celebrating the Alexion Charitable Foundation One Year Anniversary

The Alexion Charitable Foundation (ACF), launched by Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in February 2020, marks its first anniversary this month in tandem with the celebration of Rare Disease Day.

Diversity & Inclusion

Alliance Data's African American Resource Group Employee Spotlight: La'Ron Louis and Paulette Burks

This week, we continue to partner with our African American Resource Group (AARG) to share the perspectives and experiences of associates in observance of Black History Month.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Republic Services Salutes Essential Workers With Additional 'Committed to Serve' Awards

Republic Services, Inc. has provided additional recognition to its 28,000 frontline employees with $500 “Committed to Serve” awards, thanking them for their dedication and service to communities throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Kimberly-Clark Recognized as One of the 2021 World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere

Kimberly-Clark has been recognized by Ethisphere for the third consecutive year as one of the 2021 World's Most Ethical Companies and a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.

Environment

Watch Energea Spotlight: Eco-Conscious Diver

Caitlin McCall founded Eco-Conscious Diver out of necessity. Coral reefs are dying at an unprecedented rate and Caitlin believes that divers, like herself, need be the leaders of oceanic stewardship.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Interview with Vivienne Boucherat

Visual artist Vivienne Boucherat has donated ten signed copies of her picture book of stunning mixed media, Know Your Crazy, to Whole Planet Foundation’s March 7-8 event honoring women entrepreneurs.

Diversity & Inclusion

$5M Award to Chicanos Por La Causa From Wells Fargo's Open for Business Fund Program

It is with great enthusiasm that Chicanos Por La Causa announces a $5 million award from Wells Fargo to help enhance relief programs in AZ, CA and NV for small businesses that continue experiencing hardship related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Diversity & Inclusion

T. Rowe Price Celebrates Black History Month With Learning Initiatives and Open Dialogue

T. Rowe Price remains committed to equity and is mindful of the socioeconomic impact of systemic racism.

Education

Rockwell Automation and Cedar Point Launch Video Series Demonstrating the STEM Concepts Behind Amusement Park Attractions

As a part of Engineers Week, Rockwell Automation and Cedar Point launched a series of five youth-focused videos called, “It’s Not Magic, It’s Science!”

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