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Security Highlight: Cyber Resilience Act Requirements for Boot Managers

In 2024, the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) became law, reshaping security expectations for digital products sold in the EU. By 2027, the regulation will be fully enforced, and new digital products will need to demonstrate compliance.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Caesarstone Wins “Most Innovative” Award in the Inaugural 2026 KBIS Innovation Hour

Caesarstone

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Engage for Good Names Keep America Beautiful 2026 Nonprofit of the Year

Engage for Good

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

FHLB Dallas and Wells Fargo Celebrate Opening of Affordable Apartments That Received $1.75M Grant

Wells Fargo & Company

Research, Reports & Publications

Mastercard: What Financial Health Looks Like Right Now

Mastercard

Green Infrastructure

Southwire Achieves Its First LEED Certification for a Manufacturing Plant

Southwire

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bath & Body Works Donates Detergent Products for National Laundry Day

Bath & Body Works

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Why a Perpetual Purpose Trust Model Works for Sustainable Investing Firms

GreenMoney Journal

Environment

Insights From Dr. Marshall Shepherd on Georgia’s Climate Outlook and Resilience

Ray C. Anderson Foundation

Featured Brands

How To Raise a Connected Kid (Without Raising a Screen Kid)

A Paw-sitively Powerful Partner in Care: How One Furry Teammate Is Transforming Maynard Children’s Hospital

At first glance, James and Connie Maynard Children’s Hospital at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, North Carolina, looks like any other bustling pediatric center.

FHLB Dallas and Wells Fargo Celebrate Opening of Affordable Apartments That Received $1.75M Grant

Wells Fargo, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) and Foundation Communities celebrated the grand opening of the 156-unit Norman Commons affordable apartment complex that will support families and individuals in Austin, Texas

Mastercard: What Financial Health Looks Like Right Now

Financial health is often framed as a long-term goal: building wealth, buying a “forever home,” planning for retirement, perhaps even early retirement. But new global research from Mastercard suggests that for many consumers today, financial health is far more immediate.

Bath & Body Works Donates Detergent Products for National Laundry Day

Bath & Body Works is donating 3,000 detergent products — enough for 200,000 small loads of laundry — to Home for Families and Good360 in honor of National Laundry Day in 2026.

Guiding Stars: Global Goodness, Star-Earning Simplicity

Did you know that you can explore global flavors using Guiding Stars as a guide to balanced, nutrient-rich ingredients and recipes? At first it might be intimidating to recreate your favorite flavors in your own kitchen.

Newsweek: Medtronic Built a Care Platform for Ghana. Now, It’s Working in New Jersey

Alexis Kayser, Healthcare Editor at Newsweek, recently connected with Geoff Martha, CEO of Medtronic, and Dennis Pullin, CEO of Virtua Health, to learn how they transformed a tactic used in Kenya, Ghana and India into a community health program in New Jersey.

Delivering History: FedEx Helps Bring Bison Latifrons to the Smithsonian

On Thursday, May 7, 2026, the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History will help mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with the opening of Bison: Standing Strong.

NFWF Announces $1.8 Million To Support Working Lands and Restore Wildlife Habitat in the Intermountain West

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) recently announced nearly $1.8 million in grants to restore, improve and conserve sagebrush, mesic wet meadow and big game migratory corridor habitats in Idaho, Utah and Wyoming.

Wells Fargo Helps Drive Growth in West Charlotte With $6 Million

Wells Fargo today announced a $6 million philanthropic investment in Charlotte, North Carolina, reinforcing the company’s long‑standing commitment to the city.

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Health & Healthcare

Balancing Act: Why Healthcare Can’t Choose Between AI Innovation and Sustainability

The path forward requires holding two truths simultaneously: AI is driving essential healthcare innovation that improves lives, and AI has environmental impacts we must actively manage.

Diversity & Inclusion

Design for Everyone: How LG Is Making ‘A Better Life for All’

At LG Electronics, Better Life for All is more than a corporate vision or tagline – it’s a guiding principle that shapes everything we create. Central to our inclusive vision is a belief in universal design

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

From Deli to Disaster Relief: Mike Bean's Recipe for Community Resilience

The story of Mike Bean shines as a testament to the power of community and the impact of dedicated volunteers. Mike, a seasoned culinary industry employee from Asheville, NC, felt the call to action immediately after Hurricane Helene ravaged his hometown

Responsible Production & Consumption

Just Ice Tea and My Reflections on the Evolving Natural Foods Industry

A rare inside look at one of the fast growing sectors of our economy by one of its most dynamic leaders

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

MARTINI® Wins 2025 Corporate Heritage Award for ‘Storytelling Through Products and Brand,’ Highlighting Its Commitment to Heritage and Sustainability

MARTINI® wins the "Storytelling through products and brand" category at the 2025 Corporate Heritage Awards with the redesign of its iconic bottle.

Education

Rockwell Automation and ICT Academy Partner To Bring Skills Development Program for Students in India

Rockwell Automation, in collaboration with ICT Academy, has launched the Youth Empowerment Program, an initiative designed to boost the employability of young talent across India through specialized skill development.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Entergy Texas’ Power To Care Golf Charity Classic Raises More Than $725,000 for Vulnerable Customers and Individuals With Disabilities

More than just another day on the course, The Power to Care Golf Charity Classic turned friendly competition into meaningful support for vulnerable Southeast Texas residents.

Education

From After School and Beyond: How Keysight Volunteers Are Powering Brighter Futures

Through the Keysight After School program, Keysight employees volunteer their time, knowledge, and energy to inspire young learners to dream boldly and think differently.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Scientific Certification Systems de México S.A de C.V (SCS México) Approved to Offer Organic Certification Under Mexico's Organic Products Law (LPO)

SCS de México is now approved to provide Organic Certification under Mexico’s Organic Products Law (LPO), enabling growers, processors, and traders to ensure product integrity and expand access to domestic and global organic markets—boosting sustainability and market reach.

Education

DreamBox Math for Texas Earns IMRA Approval, Bringing Adaptive TEKS-Aligned Learning to Classrooms Statewide

DreamBox Math for Texas by Discovery Education is fully approved by the Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) through the Instructional Materials Review and Approval (IMRA) process for supplemental math programs.

Research, Reports & Publications

Discover Nielsen's 2025 Responsibility & Sustainability Report

At Nielsen, our purpose is to power a better media future for all people. That’s why we champion transparency, inclusion, integrity and sustainability and remain committed to helping our clients and communities thrive through change.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Asean Reimagined: How Innovation, Connectivity and SMEs Are Driving Regional Growth

Access to capital is critical. But without a digital identity or proven credit history, many MSMEs struggle to secure loans, with up to 60 per cent of those in South-east Asia reporting difficulty in obtaining financing.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

How DP World Connects Community Impact With Environmental Resilience

In this video conversation with Trellis, Sarah Mouriño, Senior Director of Sustainability for DP World in the Americas, highlights how the company’s community-first approach is creating both environmental and economic resilience across its global network.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Essity Awarded EcoVadis Platinum Medal for Outstanding Sustainability Leadership in 2025

Hygiene and health company Essity has once again been awarded the prestigious Platinum medal by EcoVadis, the world’s leading provider of business sustainability ratings. This recognition places Essity among the top 1% of all companies assessed worldwide for their sustainability.

Innovation & Technology

Dow Opens First Cooling Science Studio in Shanghai, Reinforcing Commitment to Electronics Industry

Dow (NYSE: DOW) has announced the official opening of its first Cooling Science Studio, located at the Shanghai Dow Center. As Dow’s first collaborative R&D environment dedicated to thermal management, the launch of the Cooling Science Studio marks a pivotal step

Sustainable Development Goals

AllianceBernstein | From Conference Room to Kitchen: How Reuse Can Reshape Real Estate

Municipal authorities in US cities where home prices have soared are increasingly seeking to convert outdated and unwanted offices into apartments.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Webster Bank Supports Opening of SCO Family of Services Finance Lab

Webster Bank, together with SCO Family of Services, a leading provider of essential human services, has opened the newest Webster Bank Finance Lab, a program created to provide local youth and families the skills needed for financial empowerment and future financial well-being.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Griffith Foods and PepsiCo Launch Collaborative Model to Scale Regenerative Agriculture

Griffith Foods, together with PepsiCo and a common sourcing partner, launch OURO, a pioneering initiative in Goiás, at the heart of Brazil’s Cerrado region, designed to accelerate farmers’ transition to regenerative practices through financing and technical support.

Education

AEG and Goldenvoice Inspire Local Youth With Immersive Career Event Ahead of Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival

Ahead of Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival’s return to Los Angeles, AEG and Goldenvoice welcomed 50 local students to Dodger Stadium for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to produce one of the city’s most celebrated music festivals.

Responsible Production & Consumption

How the Wood Furniture Scorecard Moves the Needle on Responsible Wood Sourcing

In this blog, Sustainable Furnishing Council’s program director Angie Kenny discusses how the Wood Furniture Scorecard drives the furniture industry to make more responsible, transparent wood sourcing choices. Cascale acquired SFC key assets in September.

Environment

Inogen Alliance and Antea Group Launch Free Global PFAS Regulatory Dashboard

Inogen Alliance and Associate Antea Group are pleased to announce the launch of a Global PFAS Regulatory Dashboard, now offering free access to a selection of PFAS regulatory data.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Aflac Voices — Matthew Owenby: Pivoting From Stuck to Strategizing

In today’s evolving economic landscape, many professionals are finding themselves in a place they didn’t expect: feeling stuck. Whether it’s due to hiring slowdowns, industry shifts or broader market uncertainty, many employees are holding tight to their roles.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Baker Tilly's Buzzhouse Podcast: How LIHTC Equity Pricing Is Shifting

In this episode of BuzzHouse, hosts Don Bernards and Garrick Gibson sit down with Philip Porter, senior vice president and head of acquisitions at Enterprise Housing Credit Investments, to make sense of the shifting landscape in low-income housing tax credit equity.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How Emily Peconi Is Using UX Design To Solve Real Problems

At Trane Technologies, UX Design Lead Emily Peconi is building real solutions for real people. With hardware, software, data and human insight all in play, she’s proving that user experience in HVAC is anything but ordinary.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Community Collaboration in El Paso Brings Free Home Repairs to Those in Need

For 30 years, elderly, disabled and low-income homeowners in El Paso, Texas, have benefited from free, safety and health-related home repairs and improvements that Rebuilding Together El Paso (RTEP) coordinates with contractors and volunteers.

Latest Campaigns

Emergency Response

Document rapid interventions when crises strike: delivering therapeutic food, water, hygiene kits, and deploying mobile med

2025 Performance Report

Entergy’s 2025 performance report, “Energy for a better future” presents an overview of our company’s 2025 achievements, future plans and strategies...

AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism

AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...

Aflac Stories

Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.

Halo Awards

The Halo Awards are the social impact sector’s longest-running recognition of excellence in corporate–nonprofit partnerships. For more than two...

Integrated Tools

Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...

Retail Logistics

DP World provides end-to-end retail logistics solutions including comprehensive Purchase Order management from origin consolidation to retailer PO...

IWBI | WELL Building Standard

Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...

Housing affordability

We drive solutions to enable people to open doors to a safe and affordable place to call home, the foundation for wellness, dignity, and economic...

Sustainable Products and Innovation

Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...