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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Half the Global Population Washes Clothes by Hand: Whirlpool Foundation, the Washing Machine Project Helping Address With Thousands of Manual Washing Machines

The Washing Machine Project announced today it is collaborating with the Whirlpool Foundation to deliver thousands of manual washing machines to communities and households across the world over the next five years.

Diversity & Inclusion

Women Microbusiness Owners Up 33% in the UK and 10% in US, Narrowing the Gender Gap

The number of women-owned microbusinesses has continued to increase in both the U.S. and U.K. according to the GoDaddy Venture Forward U.S. National Survey conducted in August 2023 (n=3,525). As a result, the gender gap narrowed.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Be Fearless: Cassandra’s Path to Empowerment at Taco Bell

At Taco Bell, our Brand Values (Be Fan-Led, Be People-First, Be Fearless, Be Different) are found and reflected in everything we do. This season, we’re highlighting core value #2, Be Fearless.

Research, Reports & Publications

Northwestern Mutual Releases 2023 Sustainability Report and Reaffirms Commitment to Building “A Better Tomorrow”

Northwestern Mutual, a leading financial services company, today announced the release of its 2023 Sustainability and Social Impact Report: A Better Tomorrow.

Events, Media & Communications

Authenticity and Partnerships Are Key to Sustainable Messaging

Brands need authentic, research-based messaging to sell sustainable materials. That’s the message Eastman and Procter & Gamble shared at a joint breakout session at the Sustainable Brands 2023 conference in San Diego.

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet Kate Calero, Director of Field Sales, Great Lakes Region, Paving a Smoother Path for Future Women in Leadership

Kate Calero is a Director of Field Sales for Henkel Adhesive Technologies, a champion for women in leadership, and an advocate for neurodivergent professionals.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Owner of Popular SoCal Latin Food Chain Drives Growth, Eyes National Expansion

For two decades, Rolando Pozos worked as an investment banker specializing in advising companies on mergers and acquisitions. Then he made an acquisition of his own.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Cummins Water Works: Watershed Warriors

Watch the latest video from Cummins Water Works featuring Cummins Inc. colleagues working in the wetlands of the Maipo Basin in Chile.

Health & Healthcare

Evidence Supports Sequencing As First-Line Rare Disease Diagnostic

A recent literature review, published in the Nature journal Genomic Medicine, showed that short-read genomic sequencing (GS) reduces the time it takes to diagnose and treat pediatric patients who may have a rare genetic condition.

Education

MilliporeSigma Inspires Students To Explore STEM Careers With 2024 Curiosity Cube Tour

MilliporeSigma, the U.S. and Canada Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, a leading science and technology company, officially kicked off its global 2024 Curiosity Cube tour today in Darmstadt, Germany.

Responsible Production & Consumption

U.S. Farmers On Growing Sustainable Soy

U.S. soybean farmers, pioneers of sustainable farming, grow many of the soy products you know and love, from the soy milk in your latte to the tofu in your veggie bowl.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

AB: Just Transition and Emerging Markets: Weighing the Risks

Understanding the social risks posed by climate transition requires discipline, nuance and a systematic approach.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Crown Holdings Celebrates World Water Day

On World Water Day, we encourage all to remember that water should never be an afterthought.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Complimentary Webinar: Organic and Food Fraud: Ensuring Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) Compliance

Are you ready for the new Organic program requirements? Join SCS Global Services for this informative webinar on the latest updates to the NOP and learn how to develop an Organic Fraud Prevention Plan (OFPP).

Green Infrastructure

Leading by Example: Growing Through Resilience at Thermo King® in South Carolina

At Thermo King Greenville, preparation and collaboration allowed for an accelerated timeline in the buildout of a new site ready for the future of electrification.

Diversity & Inclusion

Employee Art Contest Honors Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Through Creative Lens on World Art Day

At Henkel, we are united by our purpose: Pioneers at heart for the good of generations. To commemorate World Art Day we are happy to share how the power of art helps to foster understanding and engagement.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CNH Brands Recognized With iF Design Awards

CNH brands Case IH and STEYR have each won a prestigious iF Design Award. Since their start in 1953, these prestigious annual awards have been renowned as a global symbol of excellence in design.

Environment

Getting Started With the SEC: A Checklist for Climate-Related Disclosures With Baker Tilly

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)'s new climate-related disclosure rules are set to significantly impact how companies communicate their exposure to climate risks.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Helping Louisiana Youth Bridge Gaps, Realize Potential in Life and Learning

Erin Davison, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Southwest Louisiana, has been in her role for almost seven years. She notes that now, more than ever, youth are facing heightened behavioral challenges after enduring the COVID-19 pandemic.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Drop by Drop Project Partners Make Progress in Advancing Environmental Sustainability Through Grants From Sands

In 2019, Sands and The WASH Foundation (previously the Clean the World Foundation) established the Drop by Drop Project to support innovative water stewardship projects through grants to local environmental champions in Sands’ host communities of Macao and Singapore.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Recognizing Excellence: Covia’s Plants Nominated for WHC Awards

Two of Covia’s plants are nominees for awards from the Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC) this year. Those nominated represent companies certified by the WHC with outstanding voluntary programs that aim to create, conserve, and restore wildlife habitat.

Environment

Leidos Roadmap to Advancing Environmental Sustainability

At Leidos, we work every day to advance environmental sustainability for our customers and our enterprise. Through our three climate action goals, we aim to reduce GHG emissions and resource consumption and increase our use of clean energy.

Environment

How Using Alternative Fuels in Data Centers Can Impact Air Permit Compliance

As organizations push for a more sustainable world, more and more data centers are starting to explore alternative, lower carbon emission fuel options for use in their emergency power generators. But its important to understand the implications to your air permitting compliance.

Social Impact & Volunteering

FedEx Bolsters Community Support With Impactful Volunteering Efforts Across the Middle East and North Africa

FedEx Cares is a global community engagement program. This year team members around the world came together in teams of all sizes and worked with their charities of choice to collect goods needed most.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Delmarva Power Receives Recognition From EPA and DOE for Its Energy Efficiency Programs in Maryland

Delmarva Power has received national recognition for the significant impacts its energy efficiency programs are having in helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and providing millions of dollars in savings for Maryland customers on their energy bills.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Community Impact
    Advancing our communities worldwide through philanthropic investments, partnerships, and employee volunteerism.
  2. Building a Sustainable Future | Decarbonizing the Built Environment
    The building sector accounts for nearly 40% of carbon emissions and nearly 50% of the consumption of natural resources. The industry stands at a...
  3. 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...
  4. Advocacy
    Position Action Against Hunger as a leading advocate for policy change and investment—calling for increased public health spending, improved nutrition...
  5. 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...
  6. Responsible Investing
    Responsible Investing
  7. KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service
    KeyBank Foundation helps build thriving communities by supporting organizations and programs that foster thriving students and a thriving workforce...
  8. Sustainability Insights
    General sustainability insights.
  9. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  10. Corporate Social Responsibility
    Whirlpool Corporation has several CSR partners including United Way, Habitat for Humanity International, Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Consulada...
  11. Sustainable Operations
    ops-related sustainability content (e.g., new electric equipment, decarb efforts, etc.)
  12. Local Communities
    The principals of living and working in synergy with the communities in which we operate, as well as collaborating on projects that benefit those...
  13. PSEG Strength in Service, Sandy and Beyond
    Ten years after Superstorm Sandy raged across the East Coast, PSE&G continues to protect customers’ utility service from the damaging impact of...
  14. Health & Nutrition
    Be the leading nutritious and sustainable product development partner for our customers, developing industry leading solutions that enable the...
  15. Aflac Stories
    Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.