Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Responsible Production & Consumption | Tetra Pak

Why Aseptic Cartons Matter in Global Food Systems

Jul 9, 2025 10:00 AM ET

Most of us don’t often consider what happens to our milk or juice cartons once they’re empty. But the truth is, cartons do more than just contain food and drink—they protect it.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Europe Leads the Way on Scope 3 Emissions: What Investors and Companies Need To Know

CSRHub

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Cocoa Market Turmoil: How Hershey Is Innovating Through Unprecedented Challenges

The Hershey Company

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Sustainable Strategies for Grocery Growth

Tetra Pak

Energy

Stop Buying Energy Infrastructure. Start Buying Results.

Veolia North America

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Why Sustainability Is the Smartest Investment in an Uncertain Trade Landscape

DP World

Energy

Energy for a Better Future: Entergy’s Growth and Resiliency Strategy

Entergy Corporation

Energy

AllianceBernstein: Power Play: How To Invest Smarter in the Race for Electrification

AllianceBernstein

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Sysco 2024 Sustainability Report: At the Heart of One Planet One Table

Sysco Corporation

Diversity & Inclusion

Medtronic Earns Four 5-Star Ratings From the Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility

Oct 17, 2023 1:25 PM ET

Medtronic is one of only three companies to achieve top scores in all four pillars of employment, governance, philanthropy, and procurement this year.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Provides $36.3 Million of Financing for Affordable Multifamily Housing in Colorado

Oct 17, 2023 1:20 PM ET

KeyBank provided a $36.3 million for the new construction of Elevate at Aurora, a 137-unit family project in Aurora, CO. KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) provided $30 million in Low Income Housing Tax Credit.

Social Impact & Volunteering

2023 Bill Conway Founders Charity Golf Classic

Oct 17, 2023 12:50 PM ET

On Tuesday, October 10, Covia hosted more than 115 golfers in support of United Way's efforts to unite people and resources to measurably improve the self-sufficiency of individuals and families.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Northern Trust Employees Volunteer With Cara Chicago

Oct 17, 2023 12:45 PM ET

Chairman and CEO Mike O’Grady along with a group of Northern Trust employees recently volunteered with Cara Chicago, which helps people boost their job prospects through resources, education and encouragement.

Diversity & Inclusion

LA Galaxy Teams Up With the Play Equity Fund and Capitanes Del Futuro To Host Two-Day Career Exploration Event for Girls

Oct 17, 2023 12:40 PM ET

Interest and participation in women’s sports has been on the rise as observed most recently during the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 with record breaking attendance numbers and ticket sales. However, women of color have been historically underrepresented in sports leadership roles.

Diversity & Inclusion

Dust Suppression To Help a First Nation’s Celebration

Oct 17, 2023 12:00 PM ET

The storytelling begins with the drummers, each of their beats bringing those present into balance with the pulse of the earth.

Education

Baker Tilly and NACUBO Unveil Path to Sustainability Toolkit to Navigate Higher Education Challenges

Oct 17, 2023 11:50 AM ET

Leading advisory, tax and assurance firm Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) in partnership with the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO), announces the release of their Path to Sustainability toolkit.

Energy

New Solar Microgrid Trailer To Bring Light to the Darkness During Disaster Response

Oct 17, 2023 11:00 AM ET

A coalition of Atlanta-based partners has come together to make disaster response more sustainable in Georgia through the building of solar microgrid trailers that serve as mobile solar power stations to provide clean and portable power.

Environment

What Barbenheimer’s Success Tells Us About ESG’s Popularity

Oct 17, 2023 11:00 AM ET

ESG, and societal reflection - all wrapped in the Barbenheimer experience. Learn about how the Oppenheimer and Barbie films reflect society’s drive toward ESG.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Otis Colleagues Rise Up To Meet 3 in ’23 Volunteer Challenge

Oct 17, 2023 11:00 AM ET

As part of its 170th anniversary celebration, Otis encouraged colleagues to join its 3 in ‘23 Volunteer Challenge, a campaign encouraging colleagues to volunteer in their local communities for three hours before the end of the year.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bread Financial™ Awards $250,000 Grant to the Fedcap Group To Support Financial Empowerment

Oct 17, 2023 11:00 AM ET

The Fedcap Group announced it has received $250,000 from Bread Financial™ to make the Single Stop benefits screening platform available when Civic Hall at Union Square opens this fall.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Arizona Helping Hands Completes Renovation of Foster Resource Center

Oct 17, 2023 10:30 AM ET

Arizona Helping Hands renovated its foster resource shopping center. Three organizations joined forces with Arizona Helping Hands to provide complementary essential resources to children on a foster care journey.

Diversity & Inclusion

Father Lays Foundation for an American Legacy

Oct 17, 2023 10:30 AM ET

Luis Rodriguez-Sepulveda joined American in the 1960’s working at San Juan Airport in Tech Ops, helping mechanics find the right parts and tools for the job.

Events, Media & Communications

Asking Stakeholders for Their Opinions – Will This Help To Shape ISS ESG Ratings?

Oct 17, 2023 10:00 AM ET

Corporate executives and board members may wonder what specific factors are shaping the scores and ratings assigned to their companies by the major ESG ratings agencies.

Innovation & Technology

U.S. Bank Engineer Recognized by NASA for Commercial Invention of the Year Award

Oct 17, 2023 9:30 AM ET

For most of us, these are the subjects of a sci-fi thriller. For Adam Sanders, they were the thrill of daily work. In 2006, the college grad launched his career as an engineer with General Motors, which quickly led to his selection to participate in a partnership with NASA for mo

Education

Transformative New Product Connecting Careers and Classrooms

Oct 17, 2023 9:15 AM ET

At Discovery Education, we are always looking to meet educator’s needs. Educators require flexible, reliable, and high-quality services that fit in wherever learning takes place and really ignite student curiosity.

Health & Healthcare

How One Wellness Exam Helped Save Two Lives

Oct 17, 2023 9:15 AM ET

Shawn and Nikki Cannon are firm believers in getting their routine wellness exams, and their story is an excellent reminder to stay on top of regular screenings — and nudging your friends and loved ones to do the same.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Gilead Sciences: Leading With Passion and Purpose: Sandra’s Story

Oct 17, 2023 9:15 AM ET

Shortly after Sandra joined Gilead, this company ambition touched close to home. She worked on an acquisition that ended up being the backbone of Gilead’s work to develop a cure for hepatitis C.

Education

How To Unlock Student Potential With Today’s Technology

Oct 17, 2023 9:10 AM ET

If we can apply VR to skills such as those across science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics — aka STEAM learning — imagine the possibilities for the next generation of students.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Finalists Announced for Second Truist Foundation Inspire Awards

Oct 17, 2023 9:00 AM ET

Truist Foundation today announced the finalists for the Inspire Awards, a pitch grant program that elevates and celebrates nonprofits from across the country with innovative solutions that support entrepreneurs.

Research, Reports & Publications

Executive Summary: California Climate Laws

Oct 17, 2023 9:00 AM ET

On October 7th, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB-253 and SB-261, two bills that would require large corporations operating in the state to disclose their carbon footprints and climate-related financial risks starting in 2026.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

International Paper Partners With The Global FoodBanking Network and Feeding America for World Food Day and International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste

Oct 17, 2023 9:00 AM ET

International Paper, in partnership with The Global FoodBanking Network and Feeding America ®, believes everyone should have access to the wholesome, nutritious food needed to live a healthy life.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Sappi North America Delivers Exceptional Financial Performance in 2022

Oct 17, 2023 9:00 AM ET

The Sappi group delivered historical financial performance in fiscal 2022. The group reported earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) of $1,339 million (18% of sales), up from $532 million (10% of sales) last year.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

$200,000 Investment by KeyBank To Help YWCA of Rochester & Monroe County Expand Options for Homeless Families

Oct 17, 2023 9:00 AM ET

KeyBank is investing $200,000 to help Young Women's Christian Association of Rochester and Monroe County (YWCA) expand efforts to help homeless women and families find appropriate housing and improve financial stability. YWCA has been providing safe, quality housing to women.

Research, Reports & Publications

Clarion Partners Highlights Latest ESG Strategies, Policies and Achievements in New Report

Oct 17, 2023 9:00 AM ET

Clarion Partners LLC, an independent investment subsidiary of Franklin Templeton, has issued its annual report detailing the firm’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives.

Latest Campaigns

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...
Cascale Governance

Cascale shares updates from its Board of Directors who serve as the principal governing body and are responsible for setting the strategic direction...
PSEG People & Communities

PSEG is committed to improving the lives of our customers, our employees and the diverse communities we serve throughout New Jersey and Long Island...
Making the World a Better Home | Our Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

We believe diversity strengthens us and the best ideas come from diverse teams working together. Creating a positive workplace for everyone means...
Scotts Miracle-Gro | Environment Improvement

Earth's beauty and resources should be appreciated now and preserved for generations to come. Discover the stewardship initiatives underway to protect...
Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship

The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.
Social Impact at Mastercard

At Mastercard, we’re powering economies and empowering people, building a sustainable economy where everyone prospers.
Investing in our Communities

We invest in sustainable community outcomes that improve lives.
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...
FedEx | Empowering Entrepreneurs

Advancing women and minority-owned small businesses and entrepreneurs around the world. Small to mid-sized businesses power their local economies and...
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...
2025: Entergy helps customers 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...
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...
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...
2025: Entergy helps customers 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...