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Diversity & Inclusion

Meet Trent Keel, Director of Integrated Marketing, Pravana and Advocate for LGBTQ Youth

For Trent Keel, Pravana’s Director of Integrated Marketing, being a pioneer for good is all about creating safe spaces to be your true self.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Maximus Foundation Board Member Spotlight: Ferdinand Morales

Ferdinand Morales joined Maximus in July 1999 after learning about the company through volunteering at a local nonprofit. After 24 years at Maximus, Ferdinand reflects on his time with the company and the impact giving back to his community has made in his life.

Environment

What Happens When a Virus Becomes a Permanent Part of Your Genome?

The San Diego Zoo cares for the largest population of koalas outside Australia. The zoo is world renowned for its specialized veterinary care and decades-long commitment to wildlife conservation work, and one of the biggest challenges their koala population faces is koala KoRV.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Marathon Petroleum Launches Truckers Against Trafficking Initiative

Marathon Petroleum’s Transport and Rail organization has rolled out a training program from Truckers Against Trafficking, a nonprofit organization focused on educating members of the truck, bus and energy industries about the realities of human trafficking.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bloomberg Receives Multiple Honors for LGBTQ+, Diversity & Inclusion, and Disability Hiring Leadership in Japan

Bloomberg announced that it has received seven prestigious awards and certifications for its commitment to LGBTQ+, D&I and disability hiring initiatives in Japan.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Aramark Volunteers Shine During Season of Giving

Aramark volunteers around the world give their time and talent to their local communities throughout the year, but their generosity showed no limits during the 2023 season of giving.

Sustainable Development Goals

Why Eco-Design Is at the Heart of Everything We Do?

In our last blog, we explored what the term Eco-Design actually mean and how it impacts you as a consumer. Here, we’re taking you through the journey that every product at Schneider Electric goes through, and how Eco-Design plays into this.

Innovation & Technology

Qualcomm and Adams and Adams Launch Free Online IP Training for African Innovators

Qualcomm Incorporated announced today, the launch of L2Pro Africa IP e-learning Platform, a free online training program designed to empower startups, SMEs, and researchers in Africa to protect, secure, and maximize their innovations.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Alaska Organizations Receive KeyBank Grants Totaling $90,000

KeyBank has awarded $90,000 in grants to 10 Alaska-based organizations including the Chugach Heritage Foundation, Native Village of Afognak, United Way of Anchorage and others listed below during the second and third quarter of 2023.

Research, Reports & Publications

The Aflac WorkForces Report Reveals Workforce Retention on the Line As Employers Battle Employee Burnout

Aflac has released its 13th annual Aflac WorkForces Report shedding light on the critical issues of burnout and financial challenges that affect the American workplace.

Events, Media & Communications

Expo City Dubai Joins Forces With EcoVadis To Assess Sustainability Risks and Improve Performance of Its Supply Chain

Expo City Dubai's engagement in supply chain sustainability ratings reflects a commitment to best practice in the field of sustainable procurement, as Expo City Dubai continues to serve as a blueprint for sustainable urban living and a people-centric city of the future.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Trane® by Trane Technologies Named America’s Most Trusted® HVAC Brand for the 10th Consecutive Year

Trane Technologies is pleased to announce that Trane® has been named the top residential HVAC brand in Lifestory Research’s America’s Most Trusted® study for 10 consecutive years.

Research, Reports & Publications

Bacardi Cocktail Trends Report 2024: The Sipping Spectrum

In 2024, expect to see the category’s elevation and transformation, with its growing popularity driving a new approach to moderation – The Sipping Spectrum – where NoLo moments become synonymous with choice, quality, flavor and forging social connections.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Sands' Regions and Team Members Brightened Communities This Past Holiday Season

Volunteerism and winter celebrations took center stage during November and December, with Sands Team Members participating in a variety of programs that included local charitable engagements, holiday events and roadshows hosted by the regions.

Environment

Accelerating Climate Action

Trane Technologies leaders share their perspectives on COP28 regarding policy, technology and customer partnerships, and how they will accelerate action in 2024.

Environment

California May Budget Proposal Must Prioritize Complete Implementation of Landmark Climate Disclosure Laws

California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed 2024-2025 budget has paused all funding for implementation of newly signed laws, including the state’s nation-leading climate disclosure policies that passed into law in 2023.

Research, Reports & Publications

Sharing Impact: The Clorox Company Foundation Annual Report

I’m proud to share the work of the foundation over the past year, which supports our belief that only when people and our communities are well can they truly thrive.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Reef-Based Carbon Sequestration Study Delivering ‘Encouraging Results’

Since its creation, the RGV Reef has already brought back substantial populations of fish and attracted growing numbers of other sea life. The majority of the artificial reef consists of cleansed, intentionally sunken vessels, concrete rail ties, and cinder blocks.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Whirlpool Corporation Named to 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for Second Consecutive Year

Whirlpool Corporation announced that it has been named to the 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI) in recognition of the company’s dedication to responsible and ethical business practices.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

MAC Cosmetics Serves As Official Partner of 27th Operngala Berlin

M·A·C Cosmetics Germany was proud to sponsor and be the official partner of the 27th annual Operngala in Berlin.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Mission Completed: 13K+ USO Holiday Care Packs for Troops

On Oct 4, FedEx and the United Service Organizations (USO) teamed up for the 6th annual holiday packing event. Over 150 FedEx team members spent time kitting thousands of Holiday Care Packs at the FedExForum in Memphis.

Diversity & Inclusion

A1 Boxing Academy Helps Youth in Denver Learn Self Defense

In 2005, Glenn Goodson saw a commercial about boxing and fitness, and that sparked an idea to open his own gym. He soon became the proud owner of a franchise, but the budding Denver entrepreneur had a bigger vision.

Energy

Renewable Energy Capacity Must Triple Before the End of the Decade

Renewable energy output needs to increase three-fold by 2030 to help prevent global warming exceeding 1.5°C, with governments being urged to step up rapid action.

Diversity & Inclusion

Dow’s Advancing Focus on Inclusion, Diversity & Equity

At Dow, we are committed to advancing inclusion, diversity and equity (ID&E) for all. Our long-term business growth and success is only achievable with a diverse team and an inclusive culture where everyone can grow and thrive.

Sustainable Development Goals

Meeting Business Sustainability Targets Needs To Be Done in Partnership

Sustainability goals are at the heart of every organisation’s business targets, particularly as we move swiftly toward 2030 and the deadline for the EUs sustainability targets, including emission reduction and increasing renewable energy.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Investing in our Communities
    We invest in sustainable community outcomes that improve lives.
  2. 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...
  3. FedEx Cares | Overall
    FedEx Cares is our global community engagement program and one way that we live out our purpose of connecting people and possibilities. Our goal is to...
  4. AEG's Commitment to Sustainable Operations
    AEG's sustainability initiatives are designed to reduce our consumption of the planet’s limited resources. Through our comprehensive sustainability...
  5. 2025 Beat the Heat
    This summer, Entergy helped our customers across our service area beat the heat this summer through a number of initiatives aimed to help them save...
  6. Cascale Events
    Cascale organizes and participates in a series of events, leveraging its position as a global convener of close to half the sector to bring together...
  7. CARE Corporate Partnerships
    CARE works with corporate partners globally to invest in innovative, scalable, impactful, community-based solutions.
  8. 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...
  9. Collective Action
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...
  10. Cascale Events
    Cascale organizes and participates in a series of events, leveraging its position as a global convener of close to half the sector to bring together...
  11. Community Impact
    The communities where Chemours operates are also where we live, work, and play, and our mutual success is one and the same. We have a vested interest...
  12. 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...
  13. Growth Through Sustainability
    Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...
  14. Principal Financial Group: Employee Engagement
    Talented employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe development inspires individuals to engage, empower, and embrace a growth mindset...
  15. Approach: Our Recipe For Good Growth
    At Yum!, being a good corporate steward is a fundamental commitment and an important part of our success. Our Global Citizenship & Sustainability...