Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Transformative Power of the Affordable Connectivity Program

This week, the federal government’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) announced a new milestone. Launched nearly two years ago, it has now connected more than 20 million households to the Internet.

Health & Healthcare

PotlatchDeltic 2022 ESG Report: Health & Safety

Safety is a core value at PotlatchDeltic. Our team members are our greatest asset, and we focus on their health and safety without compromise. Keeping team members and on-site contractors safe is critical to our success.

Diversity & Inclusion

Helping Women in India Launch Their Cybersecurity Careers

Learning new digital skills benefits women across all industries, not just those pursuing tech careers. Studies have shown that digitalization is a key driver of economic opportunity for women in India.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Covia’s Commitment To Fostering Community Relationships

At Covia, we greatly value the relationships we’ve built with our communities. Meaningful interactions with neighbors, community members, customers, and partners have helped shape our organization, and will continue to inspire and guide WHERE WE’RE GOING.

Research, Reports & Publications

Rayonier Releases 2022 Sustainability Report and Carbon Report

Rayonier Inc. released its 2022 Sustainability Report, which highlights the actions the Company is taking to ensure the long-term sustainability of its land resources as well as the long-term well-being of its investors, employees, communities, and other stakeholders.

Innovation & Technology

Join Us for a Beginner’s Guide to AI on Wed, Sep 6

Join the Impact Relations Institute, in partnership with 3BL Media, for a conversation with Dr. Lisa Costa, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer (CTIO) of the United States Space Force, and Robert Scales, Educator and Author of "A Beginner's Guide to ChatGPT"

Diversity & Inclusion

Qualcomm's DEI Training Initiatives Support Inclusive, Respectful Work Environments

Our far-reaching DEI efforts have earned our Company prestigious external recognitions. Qualcomm is regularly named on many “best places to work” lists.

Education

Advancing Reconciliation Through Education

The rates of Indigenous students attending and completing post-secondary education have been rising in Canada over the past decade, thanks to meaningful reconciliation actions by schools, organizations, businesses and government.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Teachers Who Held Class After Tornadoes Get Heartwarming Surprise

Jerry Harvey, Jazmine McGough, Ashley Harris and Holly Campbell, all teachers at Wynne High School, were put to the test when a deadly tornado tore through and destroyed their school.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Advancing Water Stewardship and Resilience

As one of the largest materials science companies in the world, Dow depends on a steady supply of fresh water to create the products that are essential for everyday life and human progress.

Diversity & Inclusion

This National Black Business Month Sky's the Limit Highlights Founder Ray'Chel Wilson, Revolutionizing Financial Education and Empowerment

In honor of National Black Business Month, SkysTheLimit.org is proud to shine a spotlight on Ray'Chel Wilson, visionary Founder of Raise the Bar Investments, LLC and ForOurLastNames

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Northern Trust Hosts Rise Against Hunger for Chicago Community Packing Event

We were thrilled to host Rise Against Hunger at our office this week for their Chicago Community Packing event in celebration of their 25th Anniversary.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Cainiao Teams Up With Proctor & Gamble To Develop Green Supply Chain

Cainiao Group, the logistics arm of Alibaba Group, signed a cooperation agreement with consumer goods company Procter & Gamble (P&G) this week to create an AI-powered supply chain.

Sustainable Development Goals

Optimizing Energy Management at FedEx Facilities

We aim to continuously improve the sustainability, reduce the environmental impact, and increase the efficiency of our more than 5,000 air and ground hubs, local stations, freight service centers, and retail locations.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Edison International 2022 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Report: Creating Greater Accountability in DEI

SCE BRGs and Edison Energy ERGs play a large role in putting DEI at the heart of our culture.

Health & Healthcare

Philadelphia Eagles and Tork Team Up Once Again on “Tackle Hygiene With Every Catch” Campaign

For the third consecutive season, the Philadelphia Eagles are teaming up with Tork, the Essity professional hygiene brand headquartered in Philadelphia, to kick off the 2023 “Tackle Hygiene with Every Catch” campaign.

Events, Media & Communications

Prepare Your Nonprofit’s Holiday Giving Campaign

Register for Taproot's August 31 webinar to learn how your nonprofit can stand out during the crowded holiday fundraising season.

Energy

Expansion Nationwide to 150 RNG Sites Are in the Plan

On episode 184 of The Green Insider, Neil Smith, CEO of Vanguard Renewables, discusses food waste, manure, landfill, carbon accounting, natural gas prices, and the carbon intensity (CI) score.

Innovation & Technology

How The World’s Largest Peer-to-Peer Car Sharing Service Went Carbon Neutral

With a fleet of more than 330,000 vehicles, 3.1 million active guests, and availability in more than 11,000+ cities, Turo has become an industry disruptor in the peer-to-peer car sharing space, offering a modern alternative to traditional car rental agencies.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Meet Jamie Fintz, Art Director, Marketing, Walgreens

In August of 2017, my whole life changed. I was hit by a car while walking in a crosswalk in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Education

Building a Brighter Future: Back-to-School Season Begins for The Home Depot Foundation’s Path to Pro Students

Just as the remaining summer days are winding down, a new season of learning arrives. In partnership with SkillPointe Foundation, The Home Depot’s Path to Pro program is redefining the back-to-school experience, equipping students with the essential tools.

Events, Media & Communications

The “Future” of the Climate Change Crisis Is Here Today – Whether U.S. Politicos Agree or Not

As we prepare this issue of the Sustainability Newsletter, we cannot look away from six facts.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

AMD Showcases How Innovation and Partnerships Advance Corporate Responsibility

AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) today released its annual Corporate Responsibility (CR) Report, detailing progress toward goals spanning environmental sustainability; digital impact; supply chain responsibility; and diversity, belonging and inclusion.

Diversity & Inclusion

Own Your Career Podcast — Have Confidence in Yourself: Meet Geoffrey Brown

Hello, and welcome to the Own Your Career Podcast. My name is Janelle Jordan, and I’m a Program Manager on our Talent, Performance, and Engagement Team, and I am so excited to be here with you. Throughout this series, you will hear inspiring interviews with employees.

Responsible Production & Consumption

“Greenhushing” Is a Dangerous Step Backwards for Consumers

In the latest blog post, the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) features Sandra Capponi, Co-founder of Good on You and Board Advisor at the SAC, who discusses greenhushing and the risk it poses to achieving greater transparency, and ultimately driving greater action.

Latest Campaigns

  1. 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...
  2. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  3. 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...
  4. Planet
    Minimizing our environmental footprint and being part of the solution to climate change.
  5. 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...
  6. EVP Campaign
    Driving awareness of DP World’s Employee Value Proposition across the Americas, showcasing the company’s purpose-driven mission, talent strategy, and...
  7. Subaru Love Promise: Education
    Subaru believes that all students deserve an equal and fair opportunity at a quality education. Through our partnership with AdoptAClassroom.org...
  8. Small Business Growth
    We strengthen communities and help create local jobs by investing in underserved small business owners. We fund nonprofits that are focused on...
  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. 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...
  11. SustainabilityHQ.com Weekly Highlights
    Highlighting the top news, commentary, and research for the week coming from SHQ. The highlights newsletter also spotlights one profiled organization...
  12. 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...
  13. 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...
  14. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...