Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Research, Reports & Publications

Elanco Releases 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance Report, Delivering Healthier Outcomes for Animals, People, Planet and Enterprise

Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE:ELAN) today released its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, showcasing its dedication to advancing its four intertwined Healthy Purpose™ Pillars.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whirlpool Corporation Employees Help Improve Homes and Lives in Colombia

In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Whirlpool Corporation’s support of Habitat for Humanity, a team of 25 employees supported a life-changing project to impact 25 families in a new Latin American market for Habitat for Humanity International.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Cisco: Breaking Through Barriers - Upwardly Global Helps Work-Authorized Immigrants Secure Meaningful U.S. Employment

As Cisco’s commitment to our purpose to power an inclusive future for all drives us forward, we continue expand how we use our technology, our people, our resources, and our networks to address inequities and open more opportunities for more people.

Environment

MetLife 2023 Sustainability Report: Building a Thriving Environment for All

MetLife has had a longstanding commitment to environmental stewardship during its 156-year history.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 4, Episode 3 - Climate Talent

Innovating for a workforce of the future with Opportunity@Work’s Byron Auguste and Betsey Strobl, VP of Talent

Events, Media & Communications

All You Need to Know About Impact and Legacy at Paris 2024: For the People, for the Community and for the Environment

Paris 2024 is setting new benchmarks for the positive impact and legacy the Games can create for the local people and community and their environment.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Five Star Subaru of Grapevine Receives Subaru Love Promise Retailer of the Year Award

Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) today announced Five Star Subaru of Grapevine in Grapevine, Texas as the Subaru Love Promise Retailer of the Year Award for 2024, recognizing the retailer’s ongoing dedication to supporting their local community.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Global CIO Chronicles a ‘Blockbuster’ Career Journey With Lenovo, From New Jersey to Seattle

From New Jersey to California, to China, and now Seattle (with plenty of round-trips in between!). From individual contributor to global CIO, any way I look at it, my career at Lenovo has been an incredible ride.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Best of the Best: The Right Amount Construction

In April, Hiring Our Heroes announced 5 grant recipients for the Small Business Award for Veterans & Military Spouses, an initiative that provides a one-time $10,000 grant for selected military-connected entrepreneurs , thanks to the generosity of the FedEx Founder’s Fund.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Paramount Veterans Network Receives 2024 DAV Patriot Employer Special Recognition Award

The Paramount Veterans Network receives the 2024 DAV (Disabled American Veterans) Patriot Employer Special Recognition award for Excellence in Community Support. This national-level honor shows our unique commitment to honoring the sacrifices of our nation’s heroes.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How Hershey Is Working To Raise Cocoa Farmers’ Income

At Hershey, we want our cocoa to come from communities where farmers and their children have a bright future. That is why we’re working to help cocoa-farming communities and improve the quality of life for farmers and their families.

Environment

In Sustainability, How Much Is Enough?

Erik Foley, Senior Consultant at Antea Group, addresses a common question that often comes up with companies and their Boards. The question is simple enough, but hard to answer: “With sustainability initiatives, how do we know how much is enough?”

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

American Airlines Named Best Place To Work for Disability Inclusion for Ninth Consecutive Year

American Airlines has received a top score of 100 on the Disability Equality Index® (DEI) and was named one of the best places to work for disability inclusion in 2024 for the ninth consecutive year.

Health & Healthcare

Viatris 2023 Sustainability Report: Empowering Healthcare Workers

Health systems can only function with health workers. One of the greatest global hurdles in achieving equitable access to treatment and promoting good health is the growing gap in supply and demand for healthcare workers.

Research, Reports & Publications

New Data Reveals Public Perceptions on Digital Skills

Technological innovation and the digital revolution drive our economy. Keeping up with this change requires digital skills and proficiency in virtually every industry – from manufacturing to home healthcare to retail.

Sustainable Development Goals

Revolutionizing the Future of Plastic in Normandy, France | Eastman

Eastman is investing to create the world’s largest molecular recycling plant in Port-Jérôme-sur-Seine in Normandy, France.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How I Got Here: Jennifer Green

If we were to interview your teachers, what would they say about you? My second grade teacher told my mother that I reminded her of Hillary Clinton. This was around the time that the former first lady and secretary of state was challenging stereotypes by forging her own path.

Innovation & Technology

Inside the World’s Largest CleanTech Company: Podcast With Veolia North America

Join us as Patrick Schultz, President and CEO of Sustainable Industries and Buildings at Veolia North America, reveals how Veolia leads the way in clean technology.

Diversity & Inclusion

A Generational Entrepreneurial Journey: Meet Kim Nguyen

My career path is non-traditional. My family consists of first-generation immigrant small business owners. We don’t have any relatives who have had careers outside of our family businesses. I am the first person in my family to go to college in the United States.

Events, Media & Communications

Inogen Alliance Announces New Shareholder and Board Member With Tonkin + Taylor

The Inogen Alliance Board of Directors is pleased to announce the addition of a new shareholder, Tonkin + Taylor, New Zealand and new board member, Richard Hancy, Executive Leader, Tonkin + Taylor.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Duke Energy Leadership Shares Wisdom on National Intern Day

As our summer interns prepare for the upcoming fall semester or their next career opportunities, a few of our senior leaders shared words of wisdom on adversity, triumphs and the importance of embracing the dynamic and fluid nature of the professional journey.

Environment

Franklin Templeton Office Furniture Finds Second Life at Community Organizations

With the recently completed upgrades of offices in San Mateo, CA, Rancho Cordova, CA and Stamford, CT, 100% of the company’s no-longer-needed office furniture was diverted from the landfill.

Education

IBM, Community Colleges To Offer Cybersecurity & Data Analytics Certificates

IBM has announced a new collaboration with several community college systems to offer cybersecurity and data analytics training to prepare students for an array of hi-tech jobs.

Innovation & Technology

Mastercard Taps Into Digital Partnerships To Build Financial Resilience

Digital platform use is on the rise throughout Latin America, providing a source of income for millions of people.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Baker Tilly Helps the Hearts for Sight Foundation Make Nature More Accessible

Each year, through Baker Tilly Wishes, the Baker Tilly Foundation provides 15 grants of $10,000 to not-for-profits – each nominated by our team members.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Integrated Tools
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...
  2. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  3. AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism
    AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...
  4. Aflac Stories
    Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.
  5. Emergency Response
    Document rapid interventions when crises strike: delivering therapeutic food, water, hygiene kits, and deploying mobile med
  6. Biomimicry and Ray of Hope Accelerator
    The Ray C. Anderson Foundation has partnered with the Biomimicry Institute to create the Ray of Hope Accelerator, designed to bring commercially...
  7. Special Economic Zones
    Driving awareness of Special Economic Zones.
  8. Subaru Love Promise: Pets
    Subaru believes all pets deserve a loving home and we are the largest corporate donor to the ASPCA®. Subaru is proud to help make the world a better...
  9. Special Economic Zones
    Driving awareness of Special Economic Zones.
  10. KeyBank's Community Investment
    In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...
  11. SustainabilityHQ.com Weekly Highlights
    Highlighting the top news, commentary, and research for the week coming from SHQ. The highlights newsletter also spotlights one profiled organization...
  12. Aflac Stories
    Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.
  13. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  14. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
    The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.
  15. GoDaddy | Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
    Diverse teams build better products — period. At GoDaddy, we make apps and services that our worldwide community of entrepreneurs can relate to. Our...