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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Taco Bell Foundation Awards Nearly $23 Million to Charities Nationwide – Breaking Records Thanks to Spare Change

The Taco Bell Foundation announced it is awarding nearly $23 million in grants – the most in the nonprofit's history – to more than 450 U.S.-based nonprofit organizations that champion educational and career success for young people.

Diversity & Inclusion

Creating an Equitable Workplace When “DEI” Isn’t an Option

In today's shifting landscape, the dialogue on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) is rapidly evolving. With high turnover for chief diversity officers and employers reevaluating DEI programs, it's time for a fresh approach to workplace equity.

Health & Healthcare

How Luciana Preger Is Helping Advance Gilead’s Work in Oncology

Luciana is a physician with more than 20 years of experience in pharma and she came to Gilead to help transform treatments for people living with cancer.

Education

Introducing the Second Cohort of Northwestern Mutual’s Hometown HBCU Connection Scholars

With graduation season still in full swing, high school seniors across the country are gearing up to start their next chapter.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Atlantic City Electric Supports Arbor Day Foundation

On Arbor Day, let's celebrate the importance of trees in promoting energy savings, environmental sustainability, and community beautification.

Events, Media & Communications

ESG Investing, SEC Defense Ruling, the 2024 Election, and More Topics That Are Impacting Sustainability

In our June issue of Navigating Impact Comms Through the Cosmos we cover the latest politically influenced sustainability and social impact news you’ll want to know about.

Health & Healthcare

Biowearables 101: Health Tech That Goes Deeper

More and more people, whether they’re weekend warriors or people living with diabetes, are coming to understand the impact that glucose has on their mood, sleep and health.

Responsible Production & Consumption

American Farmland Trust Approves SCS Global Services As Certification Body for U.S. Farmed Certification

SCS Global Services (SCS) is proud to announce it has been chosen as a certification body for the U.S. Farmed™ certification program. The certification is underpinned by a standard developed by SCS Standards, a subsidiary of SCS Global Services, for American Farmland Trust (AFT).

Social Impact & Volunteering

Trane Technologies Providing Access to STEM Education Through Additional $1.2 Million Investment in Project Scientist

Trane Technologies is expanding its support of Project Scientist, providing the education non-profit with a contribution of $1.2 million over the next three years.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Entergy Arkansas Bright Futures: Focusing Our Philanthropic Work on Food Insecurity

During the month of June, Entergy Arkansas is focusing our philanthropic efforts on food insecurity. One in five Arkansans faces hunger – and that number becomes one in four for children. Both statistics make the state the highest for food insecurity in the country.

Research, Reports & Publications

Mondelēz 2023 Snacking Made Right Report: Letter from Chairman & CEO

Driving against our ESG goals is fundamental to enabling our longterm growth, holding our leadership position in snacking and advancing a business that will remain resilient for many years to come.

Innovation & Technology

Electrification and Power: Case IH Presents Its New Line of Tractors During Agrishow

Case IH, a brand of CNH, attended the 29th Agrishow in Brazil showcasing more than 20 machines.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Brita Celebrates World Ocean Day With New Beach-Cleaning Bot

Brita’s efforts to make water better for people and the planet have come to life in the form of a beach-cleaning robot.

Environment

Government Guidelines Signal Hope Ahead in Voluntary Carbon Markets

Arbor Day Foundation CEO reacts to voluntary carbon market guidelines released by the federal government in May.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Employee Q&A: Connecting a Local Plant’s Efforts to Global Priorities

For nearly 10 years, Alex Sim has been an EHS Leader at our plant in Kearny, New Jersey, U.S., bringing an in-depth understanding of how government, private enterprise, and public demand have shaped both U.S. and global environmental policy.

Diversity & Inclusion

AEG Celebrates Power in Pride as a Sponsor of 2024 LA Pride Parade

As a sponsor of the annual LA Pride Parade, AEG continues to amplify its support for the LGBTQ+ community.

Health & Healthcare

International Paper’s Occupational Health Nurses Are Leading a Community of Safety

Stanley Coppola, RN, OHN, International Paper’s Franklin, Va., Pulp Mill, was not always an occupational health nurse (OHN), but he always found ways to support those around him.

Environment

5 Steps To Be Regulatory Ready: Where Businesses Should Begin

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of bills and regulations aimed at enhancing transparency regarding the societal and environmental impacts of business operations.

Events, Media & Communications

Navigating the Rapidly Changing World of Climate-Related Disclosures

Dive into climate-related disclosures with industry expert Jami Patrick from Montrose Environmental. Discover the latest regulatory requirements, strategic benefits, and actionable insights to position your company for success. Don’t miss out – register now!

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Marathon Petroleum Refineries Earn AFPM’s Highest Safety Honors

The American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) has recognized the top facilities in the refining and petrochemical industries based on 2023 safety performance.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Cale Reeder: Mineral Quality & Turtle Ecology at Covia

Much has changed since I started my career at Covia over 20 years ago. I have been able to grow alongside the organization and have been empowered to turn a local plant initiative into an award-nominated conservation program.

Sustainable Development Goals

How Lenovo Is Helping To Drive Formula 1® Towards a More Sustainable Future

With ambitious plans to use technology to drive efficiency even further, Lenovo and F1 are working together to drive forward the sustainability agenda of the world’s favorite motorsport.

Education

Comcast Grants $1M to Transform The Arc's Data, Tech Training, and Spanish Education Resources

The Arc of the United States and Comcast NBCUniversal announced a major expansion of their long-standing partnership that will break down barriers and create more equity and opportunity for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Dow Advances to #3 on Fair360’s 2024 Top 50 Companies List

Dow (NYSE: DOW) advanced to the #3 placement on the Fair360 2024 Top 50 Companies list and remains in the top 10 for the second consecutive year.

Environment

Inogen Alliance Announces New Podcast, Rethinking EHS: Global Goals. Local Delivery.

Inogen Alliance is thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of a new podcast, Rethinking EHS: Global Goals. Local Delivery.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Emergency Response
    Document rapid interventions when crises strike: delivering therapeutic food, water, hygiene kits, and deploying mobile med
  2. 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...
  3. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  4. Recognition of our Company
    As the leading sports and live music company in the world, we recognize our responsibility to provide industry leadership and to conduct our business...
  5. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
    Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is embedded in our company values. We actively promote it among our employees, raise awareness, and foster an...
  6. LATAM Growth
    DP World is significantly expanding its operations in Latin America, focusing on enhancing port infrastructure and increasing cargo handling...
  7. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  8. Community Impact
    Advancing our communities worldwide through philanthropic investments, partnerships, and employee volunteerism.
  9. Emergency Response
    Document rapid interventions when crises strike: delivering therapeutic food, water, hygiene kits, and deploying mobile med
  10. Collaboration and Partnership
    Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...
  11. WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene)
    Highlight the essential role of clean water, sanitation, and hygiene in preventing disease and malnutrition. Content will link WASH to nutrition...
  12. EVP Campaign
    Driving awareness of DP World’s Employee Value Proposition across the Americas, showcasing the company’s purpose-driven mission, talent strategy, and...
  13. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
    At Franklin Templeton, we are proud of our commitment to communities where we live and work. Each year, we engage with hundreds of organizations...
  14. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  15. 2024 Sustainability Report
    Chemours chemistry enables products that people rely on to live better and thrive. Our world-class portfolio drives innovation and enables high...