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Energy

Southwire Joins ENERGY STAR® Program in Partnership With the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Supporting the company's intent to be a leader in sustainability, Southwire has joined the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Program.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Tom Bartlett and Jill Brannon Appointed to Otis Worldwide Corporation Board of Directors

Otis Worldwide Corporation, the world's leading company for elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service, announced today that Tom Bartlett and Jill Brannon have been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective October 27, 2023.

Diversity & Inclusion

Key4Women Celebrates Second Annual Forum in Pittsburgh

It was an evening full of inspiration, networking and connection. On October 4th more than 150 people attending the second annual Key4Women Forum in Pittsburgh at The Circuit Center. Melinda Colaizzi, founder of Women Who Rock, served as the keynote speaker for the event.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CNH Ag Tech Wins Big at Agritechnica Innovation Awards

CNH Industrial continues advancing its technology to make farming easier, more efficient, and more sustainable for its customers.

Diversity & Inclusion

Georgia-Pacific Celebrates Women in Manufacturing

This Manufacturing Month, Georgia-Pacific celebrates the success of women in the forest products industry and recognizes the important role they play.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Viatris Named to 3BL’s 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2023 Ranking

Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS) announced it has been named to 3BL's annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, recognizing outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest U.S. public companies.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Essity Reuses More Than Half of France’s Recycled Food and Beverage Packaging

The hygiene and health company Essity has inaugurated the world’s first production line for professional hygiene tissue products where the raw material consists of used food and milk packaging.

Social Impact & Volunteering

5 Ways Mentors Can Support Female Entrepreneurs During National Women’s Small Business Month

As National Women’s Small Business Month shines a light on women-owned small businesses, SkysTheLimit.org is proud to connect mentors to the resources they need to enhance their commitment to empowering women founders.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Ninety-One Percent of Young Adults With Student Loans Say Financial Stress Is Impacting Their Wellness

Ninety-one percent of young adults with student loans are so stressed about money they say it's impacting their physical and mental wellness, according to a new survey by Morning Consult on behalf of Abbott (NYSE: ABT).

Events, Media & Communications

Whole Planet Foundation’s Party With A Purpose Sponsors are Powering Her Potential

Each year, we celebrate the launch of Whole Planet Foundation on October 25, 2005 and the stakeholders, donors, and advocates who power our mission to alleviate poverty.

Research, Reports & Publications

CNH's Eighth Edition of a Sustainable Year - Excelling in ESG

CNH Industrial demonstrates its commitment to a sustainable future with the eighth edition of A Sustainable Year. This digital magazine features innovation and sustainability developments from the past year, and complements the publication of our latest Sustainability Report.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Joe Migyanko: The Power of Perseverance

Even after 22 years at Covia, I can’t help but feel inspired and motivated by the internal fortitude and talent of my fellow Team Members.

Environment

Complimentary Webinar: California’s Climate-Related Disclosure Laws – What Companies Need To Know

Join Bonnie Holman, Managing Director of SCS Consulting Services, and Karen Righthand, VP of Marketing at SCS Global Services for this webinar on California’s Climate-Related Disclosure Laws – What Companies Need to Know discussing the major components of SB 261 and SB 253.

Energy

Bacardi Flips the Switch on Solar Power

The largest privately held international spirits company has installed 444 solar panels on the roof of its world headquarters building in Bermuda.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

A September to Remember - Aflac's Bridge to Brighter Campaign Illuminates Company's Ongoing Support for Children with Cancer and Sickle Cell Disease

Aflac, a leading provider of supplemental health insurance products in the U.S. and a proud supporter of families of children with cancer and blood disorders such as sickle cell disease, recently announced the culmination of its campaign to illuminate bridges and other landmarks.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Plastic Waste Coalition Director Welcomes Landmark “Zero Draft” for a Binding Global Treaty on Plastic Pollution

On September 4, the United Nations published a first draft, or “zero draft,” of its global treaty to end plastic pollution.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Lenovo Included in 2023 Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Index With Strongest Score in IT Industry for Environmental and Social Achievements

Lenovo is pleased to announce that it was included in the 2023 Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Index with an AA score.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity Receives $39,000 Grant From KeyBank Foundation

Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity (GSHFH) received a $39,000 charitable grant from KeyBank Foundation, the charitable foundation of KeyBank N.A during the bank’s Volunteer Build Day held earlier today on Chestnut Street in Holyoke.

Events, Media & Communications

Top Women in Grocery Podcast: Talking Business With a TWIG Hall of Famer

In this episode, Suzanne Long, chief sustainability and transformation officer at Albertsons Cos. and this year’s TWIG Hall of Famer, discusses how improving efforts in sustainability can create a better business.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

LyondellBasell Acquires 25% of Cyclyx Joint Venture, Joining Agilyx and ExxonMobil To Accelerate Plastic Waste Recycling

LyondellBasell joining Cyclyx, which was formed in December 2020, further accelerates innovation and development of the necessary infrastructure for a nationwide circular economy for plastics.

Diversity & Inclusion

LA Galaxy Host USA Blind Soccer Men’s National Team’s Debut in Southern California

AEG’s LA Galaxy, in partnership with the United States Association of Blind Athletes (USABA), Dignity Health and Anthem Blue Cross, hosted the USA Blind Soccer Men’s National Team’s first ever public demonstration in Southern California at Dignity Health Sports Park.

Research, Reports & Publications

Local Social and Environmental Action Propels Schneider Electric’s Sustainability Impact Program Toward Year-End Target

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today published details of its quarterly sustainability impact performance alongside its third-quarter financial results.

Diversity & Inclusion

Lipstick and Legislation: Mary Kay Inc. Celebrates 60 Years of Women’s Empowerment on Capitol Hill

On September 13, as Mary Kay Inc. marked its 60th anniversary, the iconic beauty brand took its celebrations to the heart of the nation's capital.

Research, Reports & Publications

New Sustainability Data: Brand Rating Reports

Research platform Glow, the founding partner of the Social Responsibility Score (SRS), has released 700+ brand sustainability benchmark reports online. This extensive dataset covers the largest US, UK, and Australian brands across 15+ categories.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Truist Championship
    The Truist Championship has been an official PGA TOUR event since 2003, contested annually at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina. One of...
  2. 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...
  3. Medtronic Impact -- Reporting
    We know that every action we take impacts the future of our employees, our business, our communities, and our planet. We put people and the planet...
  4. Social Progress
    Social engagement has always been an integral part of our sense of responsibility as a company. We care and we act to do our part to improve the...
  5. Aflac Stories
    Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.
  6. Drawdown Georgia
    Informed by Project Drawdown, the world’s leading resource for climate solutions, Drawdown Georgia is the first state-centered effort to crowdsolve...
  7. 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...
  8. Novata News
    Communicating key news and updates about Novata.
  9. KeyBank's Commitment to Diversity
    Promoting inclusive environments by employing systemic changes to improve the access of individuals of diverse backgrounds. Learn more about our...
  10. Integrated Tools
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...
  11. Corporate Social Responsibility
    Whirlpool Corporation has several CSR partners including United Way, Habitat for Humanity International, Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Consulada...
  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. TCS | goIT
    Tata Consultancy Services is proud to bring you goIT In 2009, TCS North America launched goIT, its signature community engagement initiative.The...
  14. Kingfisher Around the World
    The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...
  15. 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...