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Social Impact & Volunteering

200 FedEx Volunteers Make a Positive Impact With Rise Against Hunger

April is Global Volunteer Month, and we want to thank our volunteers for their commitment to do good. To celebrate, let’s look back at one of the nonprofits that’s a favorite among FedEx team members - Rise Against Hunger.

Environment

Comcast Celebrates Earth Day With Nature-Inspired Xfinity Collection

In honor of Earth Day, Comcast curated a collection of shows, movies, documentaries, and podcasts that celebrate our planet and inspire our audiences.

Energy

Secretary of Energy Appoints Eastman’s Nolen to Committee on Climate

Nolen was recently named chair of a federal committee to accelerate technologies and processes that can reduce industrial emissions.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

#LifeatYUM!: Spotlighting Our Culture and Talent With Data Scientist Kendall Ruber

We’re launching our #LifeatYUM series to share our unrivaled culture and spotlight our incredible talent.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Unveiling Your Authenticity: Being Seen, Valued and Heard at Northwestern Mutual

Feeling like you’re valued for who you are and what you contribute is important at work. But it doesn’t always come easily. There isn’t a magical point in time where a lightbulb goes off and you feel heard and accepted. It’s a constant journey.

Health & Healthcare

Walgreens Launches Gene and Cell Services as Part of Newly Integrated Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy Business

Walgreens is expanding its specialty pharmacy services and investing in its capabilities as the company further grows its core pharmacy business to improve patient outcomes and provide greater value to payers and partners.

Green Infrastructure

The Journey to Carbon-Free Data Centers

Eric Alam, CEO of RPD Energy, and Chris Pennington, director of energy and sustainability for Iron Mountain, join co-host Mandi McReynolds on ESG Talk to discuss the journey to carbon-free data centers.

Environment

Key Takeaways From Stringent Standards Set by EPA's New Emissions Rule

The Environmental Protection Agency has announced the final rule for Phase 3 of its Greenhouse Gas Emissions for heavy-duty vehicles. Since issuing Phase 1 of its GHG regulations in 2011, EPA emissions rules for all vehicle classes have become increasingly rigorous.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Schneider Electric Presents Inclusive and Sustainable Energy Transition Training Programs for the Youth at Innovation Day In Ivory Coast

Schneider Electric aims to contribute towards paving the way for a sustainable future in sub- Saharan Africa. We are dedicated to preparing the next generation with the skills and knowledge needed to embrace new opportunities in the energy transition.

Education

CNH Pioneers Dual Program for Machinery Training in Thailand

Case IH, a brand of CNH, partnered with Pakdee College of Commerce of Technology to introduce a first-of-its-kind Dual Programme under its Diploma in Agricultural Machinery program.

Innovation & Technology

SoyFoam Offers Safer Choice for Firefighters

Soybeans grown in fields surrounding communities across the U.S. will soon be used to fight fires while protecting the environment from harsh chemicals. SoyFoam TF 1122™, made with U.S. soy flour, is used by firefighters to extinguish ordinary combustible and flammable liquid

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

International Medical Corps Deploys Field Hospital in Times of Need With Support From FedEx

Depending on the configuration, our field hospital enables International Medical Corps to deliver lifesaving care to up to 800 patients a day. These efforts would not be possible without the essential support of FedEx.

Sustainable Development Goals

TOUR Championship Recognized for Commitments, Actions, and Progress in Sustainability

We are proud that the TOUR Championship has been recognized as a GEO Certified® Tournament.

Energy

Businesses Welcome Expansion of Maryland’s Energy Efficiency Programs To Meet Climate Action Goals

Ceres joins businesses with employees and operations across Maryland to applaud lawmakers and Gov. Wes Moore for strengthening the state’s EmPOWER program by aligning its energy efficiency targets with the state’s ambitious climate goals.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Delivering More Than Energy: Delmarva Power’s Community Impact Shines During National Volunteer Month

In 2023, Delmarva Power proudly contributed more than $2.3 million to local nonprofits and 631 employees devoted more than 17,200 hours – the equivalent of 2,150 workdays – to volunteer with hundreds of organizations across Delaware and Maryland.

Social Impact & Volunteering

The Power of Giving Back: Covia’s Social Impact Efforts

At Covia, we believe that thriving communities can help change the world. That’s why The Covia Foundation, Covia’s philanthropic arm, has been investing in social impact for decades.

Education

Empowering the STEM Workforce of the Future

Chemours is focused on identifying and developing that next generation of talent through initiatives like our internship/ co-op program and investments in STEM education.

Innovation & Technology

EHS&S Challenges and Opportunities in the Semiconductor Industry

The SESHA 46th Annual Symposium provided invaluable insights into the current and emerging challenges faced by the semiconductor industry.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Lenovo’s Tech Donation Propels Equal Access for Visually Impaired in North Carolina

In December 2023, Lenovo kicked off the holiday season with a donation to one of its long-standing partners: the North Carolina Governor Morehead School for the Blind.

Events, Media & Communications

Meeting Electric Power Needs Today and Tomorrow – Sustainably!

Three years into a four-year term as the nation’s elected chief executive, President Joe Biden continues to deliver on his campaign promises to address the climate crisis and environmental justice agendas.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Join Our Webinar: Planning Impactful Fall Employee Volunteer Activities

Does it feel like there’s never enough time to plan, resources to invest or the right amount of meaningful volunteer opportunities available? Well, you’re not alone. Planning a company-wide volunteer initiative that engages employees is no easy feat.

Events, Media & Communications

Bloomberg Lowers Emissions by 21%, SBTi Validates Long-Term Goals

Bloomberg, a financial data provider, received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for the company’s long-term science-based net-zero target to reach net-zero GHG emissions across its value chain by 2040.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Pizza Hut Global’s Shannon Garcia Discusses Mentorship, Leadership, and How To Make Restaurants Better on the Extra Serving Podcast

Pizza Hut Global Chief Operating and Digital & Technology Officer Shannon Garcia recently sat down with Nation's Restaurant News at the Women's Foodservice Forum (WFF)’s annual conference to talk about digital transformation and purpose-driven leadership.

Responsible Production & Consumption

SCS Standards Releases Updated SCS-103 Certification Standard for Recycled Content

SCS Standards, a non-profit standard development organization, is pleased to announce the publication of the latest version of SCS-103, Certification Standard for Recycled Content.

Events, Media & Communications

WHC 2024 Conservation Conference To Convene in New Orleans June 4–5

WHC (Wildlife Habitat Council) is hosting its 2024 Conservation Conference June 4-5 in New Orleans, La.

Latest Campaigns

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  2. FedEx | Reports
    Find archived annual FedEx Cares and other CSR-related reports, covering enterprise-wide strategies, goals, programs and progress across the fiscal...
  3. Pursuing Possibility with Principle
    This highlights our firm’s values: We do the right thing and put our clients first.
  4. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  5. IWBI | WELL Building Standard
    Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...
  6. 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...
  7. Opportunity for All
    At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...
  8. Whole Planet
    Whole Planet, a pillar of Whole Foods Market Foundation, helps people living in poverty build long-term financial resilience through income growth...
  9. 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...
  10. Responsible Investing
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  11. Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 5
    Welcome to Season 5 of Healthy Spaces by Trane Technologies, the podcast where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation...
  12. Corporate Social Responsibility
    Whirlpool Corporation has several CSR partners including United Way, Habitat for Humanity International, Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Consulada...
  13. INtersections: Dow's 2024 Progress Report
    Team Dow remains agile and focused on taking proactive actions to improve profitability in the midst of persistent macroeconomic challenges, while...
  14. 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...
  15. Policy and Regulation
    Cascale shares insights regarding policy and regulation impacting the consumer goods industry, and highlights how it's supporting members prepare for...