Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Responsible Production & Consumption

Going Beyond 'Fair Trade' With Hershey's Sustainable Cocoa Strategy

Jun 19, 2020 12:30 PM ET

More than eight years ago, Hershey made an ambitious, important commitment to reaching 100 percent certified and sustainable cocoa by 2020.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Companies Continue Steps to Address Racial Inequality; Celebrate Juneteenth

Jun 19, 2020 12:15 PM ET

Over the past few weeks, we have reported on how companies are addressing the growing demand for social justice through communications and, more importantly, action. Americans are making it loud and clear that now is the time for change. In response, companies have confronted racism and embraced feedback when they have misstepped. This week we will examine companies that are honoring Black history by making Juneteenth a company holiday:

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Biogen Ranked #1 Biotech on Climate - 100 Best Corporate Citizens

Jun 19, 2020 12:15 PM ET

We feel a great sense of responsibility in our role as a corporate citizen to make a positive impact. That’s why we are proud to be listed as the #1 Biotechnology company on Climate Change in 3BL Media's annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

TD Announces 3rd Annual TD Ready Challenge and Pledges $10 Million in Grants for Innovative Solutions In Response to COVID-19

Jun 19, 2020 11:30 AM ET

The TD Ready Challenge has a total of $10 million (CAD) in grants available to eligible organizations developing innovative and measurable solutions in response to the widespread impacts of the pandemic.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

5 Ways to Foster Belonging as You Reopen

Jun 19, 2020 10:15 AM ET

Benevity shares 5 ways to create a sense of belonging, engage employees and foster deeper connection as offices, stores and facilities begin to reopen.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Comerica Bank and National Business League Announce $1 Million Commitment to Support Black-Owned Small Businesses

Jun 19, 2020 9:30 AM ET

Comerica Bank today announced its $1 million commitment over four years to the National Business League as part of a national partnership that will launch the Black Capital Access Program (BCAP), an access to capital initiative to assist Black businesses across the country.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Funding the Transition to a Sustainable Future

Jun 19, 2020 9:00 AM ET

A global fundraising initiative has been launched to safeguard and increase GRI’s ability to deliver the leading sustainability standards that encourage organizations to embrace responsible business practices.

Events, Media & Communications

TotalDECOM Releases Tetra Tech-Sponsored Cross-Industry Learnings Report

Jun 19, 2020 9:00 AM ET

TotalDECOM released its Cross-Industry Learnings report in June 2020, sponsored by Tetra Tech. It offers a thorough look at the cost reductions and innovations made in decommissioning across sectors, including oil and gas, energy, and nuclear, that increase productivity and deliver economic growth.

Health & Healthcare

United Airlines Strengthens Onboard Mask Policy to Further Protect Passengers and Employees Against COVID-19 Spread

Jun 19, 2020 9:00 AM ET

United Airlines has announced that, along with other Airlines for America (A4A) members, it will strengthen mandatory mask policies to further mitigate against the spread of COVID-19 and help continue to keep passengers and crew safe.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PNC Commits More Than $1 Billion To Help End Systemic Racism and Support Economic Empowerment of African Americans and Low- And Moderate-Income Communities

Jun 18, 2020 5:45 PM ET

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. today announced a commitment of more than $1 billion to help end systemic racism and support economic empowerment of African Americans and low- and moderate-income communities.

Events, Media & Communications

Ideagen TV Presents a New Series With Mary Millben, Award Winning Singer, Actress & Songwriter

Jun 18, 2020 5:15 PM ET

“IMPACT NOW” with Mary Millben is a new 1-hour online series profiling & featuring global leaders, entertainers, influencers, sports figures & more who have made a significant contribution in global change & currently involved in acts of global good.

Research, Reports & Publications

Introducing the Porter Novelli Purpose Tracker: The Business Imperative for Social Justice Today

Jun 18, 2020 5:05 PM ET

Speaking out and addressing these historic injustices is not only a moral imperative, it is a public – and business – mandate.

Diversity & Inclusion

Cox Enterprise's Jill Campbell Chosen for Exec. Leadership Honor Roll

Jun 18, 2020 4:05 PM ET

Experience, talent and leadership. These are just a few of the traits that led to Jill Campbell being selected to OnBoard’s Executive Leadership Honor Roll.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Building a Better Future for People and the Planet

Jun 18, 2020 3:30 PM ET

International Paper's Chief Sustainability Officer, Sophie Beckham, was recently featured in a video from The International Conservation Caucus Foundation (ICCF). In the video, Sophie speaks to the Vision 2030 goals, the packaging and paper company's commitment to building a better future for people and the planet.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

T. Rowe Price Commits $2 Million to Support Organizations in the Fight Against Racial Injustice

Jun 18, 2020 3:00 PM ET

T. Rowe Price and its Foundation announced today a $2 million commitment to organizations working to fight racial injustice. The donation is a continuation of the firm’s commitment to racial equity, which became a stronger focus following the 2015 Baltimore unrest resulting from the death of Freddie Gray.

Health & Healthcare

CNH Industrial Receives 210,000 Facemasks From Microvast in China

Jun 18, 2020 3:00 PM ET

CNH Industrial has received over 210,000 masks from supply chain partner Microvast. These masks, of which 10,000 are KN95 certified, will be delivered to Company facilities in Italy to continue to protect the health and safety of employees.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Rebuilding Together, Wells Fargo Launch Efforts to Rebuild Homes

Jun 18, 2020 2:35 PM ET

Rebuilding Together, a leading national non-profit organization that provides critical home repairs to individuals in need at no cost to them and revitalizes communities throughout the country, announced today a national collaboration with Wells Fargo.

Research, Reports & Publications

Dow Sets Targets to Reduce GHG Emissions, Stop Plastic Waste, and Drive Toward a Circular Economy

Jun 18, 2020 2:00 PM ET

Environment

BIER Member Spotlight: Leticia Acosta

Jun 18, 2020 1:15 PM ET

Read Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable's member spotlight on Leticia Acosta to discover what drives her to advance environmental sustainability in the beverage sector.

Research, Reports & Publications

PepsiCo Releases 2019 Sustainability Report; Highlights Progress Toward Helping to Build a More Sustainable Food System

Jun 18, 2020 1:05 PM ET

PepsiCo, Inc. today published its 2019 Sustainability Report, highlighting progress toward its sustainability goals and reaffirming the company's agenda to help build a more sustainable food system.

Health & Healthcare

Tailoring Insurance Products for All Income Levels in Bangladesh

Jun 18, 2020 1:00 PM ET

Bangladeshi insurance provider Pragati Life Insurance has joined Business Call to Action with a commitment to provide health and life insurance to 1.5 million garment factory workers, as well as to 2 million rural and 1 million urban...

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

A Human Rights-Based Approach to COVID-19 Decision-Making

Jun 18, 2020 1:00 PM ET

BSR has developed three primers on how to respect human rights during the COVID-19 crisis: one for the energy and extractives sector; one for the food, beverage, and agriculture sector; and one for the transportation and logistics sector.

Diversity & Inclusion

At T-Mobile, Your Fight Is Our Fight

Jun 18, 2020 12:50 PM ET

We’re not coming together just to celebrate Pride — we’re coming together as Black colleagues and LGBTQ+ colleagues and allies, because we believe in the visibility and value of all of our teammates.

Responsible Production & Consumption

L'Oréal Launches Project to Help with Sustainable Transformation

Jun 18, 2020 12:00 PM ET

L’Oréal has launched a €150 million program to protect the environment and support vulnerable women following the Covid-19 pandemic.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

5 Ways to Support Small Businesses As They Re-Enter the Market

Jun 18, 2020 11:30 AM ET

As the economy slowly re-opens, small businesses can finally welcome back customers and staff under strict safety guidelines. It will take a while for them to get back on solid financial footing. To do so, it will take a great deal of support from both consumers and financial institutions like Comerica Bank.