Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Social media feeds fill with news of forever chemicals. Apps abound that allow us to assess a product’s “health impact” score. Meanwhile, we still want nutritious options that are best for our bodies and health.

How We’re Building a Cleaner, More Efficient Energy Supply | Cisco FY25 Purpose Report

Apr 29, 2026 8:05 AM ET

Energy

Cisco has long believed that sustainability action can spur innovation and build a more resilient energy supply.

Redefining the Human Experience With Intelligent Computing

Apr 28, 2026 1:05 PM ET

Innovation & Technology

Think of AI like coffee. You don’t walk into a café and ask for “a beverage brewed from roasted beans” — that’s assumed. You order the experience. Latte, half-pump vanilla, extra shot against a soundtrack of acoustic 90s alternative.

Mi Casa Es Su Casa

Apr 28, 2026 10:45 AM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

A first-of-its-kind home for adults with disabilities has opened in Miami – with support from Truist – bringing purpose to life and expanding what’s possible in care.

Multiple Eco-Certifications for 2026 LG TVs Demonstrate Sustainability Progress

Apr 28, 2026 9:30 AM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Global consumer electronics innovator LG Electronics has earned multiple globally recognized eco-certifications for its 2026 TV lineup, underscoring the company’s sustainability efforts across the full product lifecycle, from manufacturing and distribution to end-of-life

Mastercard: In Los Angeles, Luxury Retail’s Second — and More Sustainable — Act

Apr 28, 2026 8:30 AM ET

Responsible Production & Consumption

At first glance, The Way We Wore could be mistaken for an ordinary Los Angeles secondhand store with a warehouse vibe. Huge windows cast warm light onto cement floors and racks hung with an eclectic mix of clothing and accessories.

Medtronic Launches Adaptive Deep Brain Stimulation System for Parkinson’s Patients in India

Apr 27, 2026 4:25 PM ET

Health & Healthcare

Adaptive deep brain stimulation (aDBS) is designed to automatically adjust therapy based on changes in brain signals or patient activity.

3M™ PELTOR™ Headsets Used on NASA’s Artemis II Mission to the Moon

Apr 27, 2026 10:10 AM ET

Innovation & Technology

As a part of NASA’s Artemis II mission, the crew of the Orion capsule are using 3M™ PELTOR™ ComTac™ VI Tactical Headsets for communication. Artemis II is NASA’s first crewed mission of the Artemis program which sent four astronauts on a lunar flyby.

These Middle Schoolers Built a Mini Economy Inspired by Ancient Rome

Apr 23, 2026 2:10 PM ET

Education

Lani Reeder’s students were working on an entrepreneurial lesson about marketplaces in ancient Rome when they had a bolt of inspiration. “The kids started asking questions: Do we still do this today, in modern times?

Delivering Impact Where It Counts, With Futurpreneur

Apr 23, 2026 11:00 AM ET

Education

When young entrepreneurs have the right support at the right time, ideas turn into businesses. That belief underpins the collaboration between FedEx and Futurpreneur

Recent Alerts

"For Generations to Come" with family in a garden

For Generations To Come: Ancestry Publishes 2025 Impact Report

Alerts

Research, Reports & Publications

Report: Baker Hughes Achieves 36.9% Absolute Reduction in Operational Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Baker Hughes Energy Services LLC

Research, Reports & Publications

"Time for Impact" with image of an hourglass

It’s Time for Impact – a Call for Action by CDL in Its 19th Integrated Sustainability Report 2026 – Future-Proofing Planet, People and Prosperity

City Developments Limited

Research, Reports & Publications

Cencora Releases Fiscal Year 2025 Corporate Responsibility Report, Marking 10 Years of Purpose in Action

Cencora

Research, Reports & Publications

Environment

Top Pop Culture EHS Moments

Jul 20, 2017 10:55 AM ET

From a hilarious "I Love Lucy" show factory assembly line to a falling injury in "There Will Be Blood" - enjoy our collection of EHS moments in the movies.

Innovation & Technology

Chevrolet Brings All-Electric Vehicle Technology from the Moon to Earth

Jul 20, 2017 10:55 AM ET

DETROIT — In July 1971, Apollo 15 astronauts explored the moon in the first electric-powered Lunar Rover, thanks to help from General Motors engineers. Fast-forward to the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV, and it’s clear once again that GM remains at the forefront of EV engineering. With an EPA-estimated range of 238 miles on a single charge and costing a fraction of the Lunar Rover’s $38 million price tag, the Bolt EV has made driving electric attainable for the Earth-bound.

Innovation & Technology

Multiplying the Impact of Tech Entrepreneurs

Jul 20, 2017 10:45 AM ET

Comcast NBCUniversal’s position as a global media and technology company allows us to offer a singular variety of resources to help social entrepreneurs drive positive change. Along with awarding funding to and building partnerships with technology-focused nonprofits and social entrepreneurs, we used our unique media channels, strategic expertise, and broadband technology expertise to multiply the impact of social innovation projects around the country. At the same time, we are focused on providing more ways for more people to access technology because we recognize that digital inclusion is vital to driving innovation.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Don't Suck. Stop Using Wasteful Plastic Straws

Jul 20, 2017 10:45 AM ET

International spirits company Bacardi has joined with the Surfrider Foundation for a "no-straw movement" as part of its Good Spirited: Building a Sustainable Future program.

Sustainable Development Goals

Envisioning a Sustainable Future by Solving Energy Paradox

Jul 20, 2017 10:15 AM ET

Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management and automation, announces the launching of Strategy & Sustainability Highlights that shows the progress of the company towards an answer to the world energy paradox. According to International Energy Agency, by 2050 the energy consumption will increase by 50%, whilst 2,3 billion people with poor or no access to energy must be attended by 2030 to accomplish one of 17 Sustainable Developments Goals settled by United Nations, that aims to universalize the access to affordable and sustainable energy worldwide. Accomplishing both objectives must be aligned with another planetary goal to limit global warming up to 2 °C.

Environment

Domtar's 2017 Sustainability Video

Jul 20, 2017 10:15 AM ET

Domtar’s 2017 Sustainability Report details the company’s endeavors to take a longer term view of creating and preserving value for our shareholders, customers, employees and communities. Focused on the areas of Caring for People and Communities, Efficient Manufacturing, and Responsible Sourcing & Logistics, it details the company’s priorities, challenges and progress via engaging stories and stunning visuals.

Environment

Millions of Recycled Bottles and Cans, and Counting

Jul 20, 2017 10:05 AM ET

Social Impact & Volunteering

Economic Stimulators, Even After Marlin’s Closure

Jul 20, 2017 10:05 AM ET

In this final installment of our four-part tribute to the legacy of Marlin mine, we take a look at the economic benefits and opportunities that have been created as a result of its decade long operations.Mining is a major contributor to the economy of Guatemala, and Goldcorp’s Marlin mine has demonstrated how the benefits of natural resource development reach far beyond tax revenues. A recent study completed by Central American Business Intelligence estimates that mining and the benefits that come with it, account for as much as 3% of Guatemala’s GDP, resulting in USD$900 million in export revenue annually, in addition to royalties and taxes.

Environment

Anya Cherneff + Moira Hanes: Empowering A Generation

Jul 20, 2017 10:00 AM ET

Health & Healthcare

Lessons from Malaria Can Help Fight Against Antimicrobial Resistance

Jul 20, 2017 9:30 AM ET

Two weeks ago, G20 leaders committed to working together to address one of the world’s most pressing and perplexing security threats: antimicrobial resistance (AMR) – a fierce and evolving adversary against which conventional therapeutic weapons are of no use.

Education

This Refugee is Using Free Online Education to Help Rebuild His Life — And Hopefully Syria, Too

Jul 20, 2017 9:05 AM ET

Althib, 23, wants to build a movement of youth who will lead peace-building efforts in Syria after the war and he is using free education programs to reach his goal, he told TIME magazine.

Green Infrastructure

Places to Be: The Most Sustainable Corporate Hospitality Chains Around the World

Jul 20, 2017 9:05 AM ET

CR professionals know that every venue they utilize should meet certain sustainable standards. To help companies with future event planning, CR Magazine has compiled a list of the most sustainable corporate hospitality chains.

Research, Reports & Publications

WBCSD Releases 8 Business Cases to the Circular Economy

Jul 20, 2017 8:55 AM ET

The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) published 8 Business Cases for the Circular Economy illustrating how companies can accelerate growth, enhance competitiveness and mitigate risk through circular solutions.

Environment

Reforestation and Stress Relief

Jul 20, 2017 8:00 AM ET

Water is one of the world’s most vital resources and a key input material to Kimberly-Clark’s tissue manufacturing processes. As a result, we recognize that the communities surrounding mills experiencing water stress will have important social needs as well. Engagement at the local community level is helping to identify appropriate mechanisms to support these needs.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

"Hunger Is" Campaign Comes To Olive Crest Children

Jul 20, 2017 6:00 AM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

Arçelik to Reduce Energy Use in Production by 45% in Line With Its "2020 Sustainability Goals"

Jul 20, 2017 5:00 AM ET

Leading global home appliances company Arçelik A.Ş. has published its 9th sustainability report disclosing 2020 sustainability goals.

Hakan Bulgurlu, CEO of Arçelik A.Ş. stated: “For the future of our world, we build our business plans on sustainable models.

Education

Partnership Aims to Inspire the Next Generation of Welders

Jul 19, 2017 7:05 PM ET

This year, the CWA Foundation partnered with TransCanada to deliver 9 Mind over Metal camps while 50 are planned across the country.

Education

Why You Should Consider a Career in the Skilled Trades

Jul 19, 2017 6:30 PM ET

TransCanada is proud to partner with organizations like the Canadian Welding Association Foundation and Skills Canada to foster the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

Innovation & Technology

Bridging the Digital Divide for HUD Residents

Jul 19, 2017 4:15 PM ET

Food, clothing, and shelter may still be the basic needs for survival, but in our modern world, access to technology and the internet isn’t far behind.

Green Infrastructure

WELL Building Standard™ Crosses 100 Million Square Foot Mark as IWBI™ Unveils WELLographies and New Mobile App

Jul 19, 2017 3:35 PM ET

The International WELL Building Institute™ (IWBI™) announced today that it has crossed the 100 million square foot mark for buildings registered and certified under the WELL Building Standard™ (WELL™). IWBI used the occasion to also launch Build WELL, its new mobile app, premiere the WELLographies™, compilations of human health and technical research that explore the connection between buildings and wellness, and provide updates on a number of other initiatives underway.

Environment

Eco-Design: Start Slow or 'Pedal to the Metal'?

Jul 19, 2017 2:55 PM ET

The recent announcement that Volvo will make only electrified cars starting in 2019 made Antea Group consultants think about a common client question: “Should we apply eco-design to a niche product to gain traction, or rapidly embed eco-design into all of our product lines?”

Environment

Wells Fargo Grants The Kitchen Community $2MM For Hundreds of School Gardens

Jul 19, 2017 2:30 PM ET

Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) announced today a $2 million grant to The Kitchen Community (TKC) to help bring hundreds of innovative, outdoor Learning Garden Classrooms to thousands of students in underserved communities nationwide. The contribution represents the largest corporate donation to the organization.

Media & Communications

MTV Staying Alive Foundation’s Award-Winning International Drama Series “MTV Shuga” to Expand to Nigeria, India and Egypt with Localized Formats by 2020

Jul 19, 2017 2:15 PM ET

With its return to Nigeria for season six, the hit show focuses on the lives of young Africans as they navigate life, love and relationships. Fusing family planning, contraception, HIV prevention and gender-based violence with relatable storylines, MTV Shuga’s newest season in Nigeria will spotlight topics relevant to today’s African urban youth culture, with a particular focus on the challenges that face adolescent girls.