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CRB Relocates Its Philadelphia Operations to Central 'Cellicon Valley'

CRB, a leading global provider of engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting solutions to the life sciences and food and beverage industries, has moved its Philadelphia-area operations to the new Seven Tower Bridge building in Conshohocken.

Corporate Responsibility

A Focus on Promoting Health and Wellness at Dow

Dow is committed to the health and well-being of our people and offers a range of preventive, educational, consulting and medical services.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Lenovo Strengthens Commitment to Inclusive Community-Building Through Long-Term Special Olympics Relationship

Lenovo’s employee resource group, A Better Lenovo for Everyone (ABLE), creates a community of support for employees who experience disabilities themselves, through a friend or family member, or those who are passionate about being allies for this community.

Education & Workforce Development

The Energy Transition’s Education Imperative

Dr Joe Powell explains how the University of Houston’s Energy Transition Institute is working to grow vital knowledge and disseminate their research.

Health & Healthcare

Essity Hygiene and Health Report 2023–2024: Highlighting the Economic Value of Prevention for Preparedness

In light of economic downturns and austerity measures, it is important to focus on the broader value created for society through a total cost calculation, including societal costs.

Research & Reports

Understand Microbusinesses Better With Five Insights From GoDaddy Venture Forward

Life is better as an entrepreneur– a trend revealed via our research of more than 6,000 entrepreneurs.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

LA Affordable Housing Developments Receive Support From Impact Finance

To continue addressing California’s affordable housing crisis and close the wealth gap, U.S. Bancorp Impact Finance is leaning in to provide debt and equity toward affordable housing developments across the state, including two projects located within Los Angeles neighborhoods.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Chemours, Provivi Executives Talk Female STEM Leadership

Two DuPont alumnae and current top STEM executives encouraged an audience of female professionals to lead not only with courage, but with understanding, and embrace the complexities that come with being a female leader.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

A Fast EU Trade Route To Jump the Queue

The prospect of a new transit hub in Romania, connecting the EU to Eastern and Central Europe with the aim of optimizing existing trade routes and diversifying transport options, is a possible solution to this supply-chain disruption.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

‘Can Do’ Attitude Needed To Achieve 100 Percent Recycling Rate for All Aluminium Drinks Cans

A 100 percent recycling target by 2050 for the world’s aluminium drinks cans has been set by industry leaders at COP 28.

Research & Reports

Cisco: The Power of Purpose

Today we released our annual Purpose Report, which reflects and celebrates the past year’s work towards Powering an Inclusive Future for All—the progress we’ve made against our goals, and the people and lives we’ve touched.

Environment

Alibaba’s Freshippo Shows How It Harnesses Tech To Combat Climate Change at COP28

Alibaba Group’s high-tech grocer Freshippo showcased how technology can help farmers harness technology to combat climate change at COP28.

Philanthropy

Shop Brands That Give Back This Holiday Season

Whole Foods Market suppliers are empowering microentrepreneurs living in poverty by funding much-needed business capital this holiday season.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Own Your Career Podcast – Give More Space: Meet Sanjana Badam

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'm so excited to be here with you. Throughout this series, you will hear inspiring interviews with employees.

Inclusion & Opportunity

KeyCorp Chairman & CEO Chris Gorman Honored With Annual Humanitarian Award

The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio recently honored KeyCorp Chairman CEO and Chris Gorman with their 69th Annual Humanitarian Award. Chris accepted the award at the November celebration event alongside fellow recipient and Clevelander Robyn Minter Smyers.

Energy & Infrastructure

Adapting Utilities To Harness Prosumer Power in a Renewable Energy Landscape

This is the final part of a three-blog series on how prosumers are disrupting the energy landscape.

Volunteering & Community

T-Mobile’s Hot Tips To Prepare for Cold Weather

As winter vibes roll in and freezing temperatures take over many parts of the country, T-Mobile is here to ensure your tech stays resilient and frost-free.

Awards & Rankings

Southern Company Again Named as a Trendsetter by CPA-Zicklin Index

The 2023 CPA-Zicklin Index of Corporate Political Disclosure and Accountability was unveiled in late October with Southern Company earning the distinction of a Trendsetter, indicating a score of 90 points or higher.

Awards & Rankings

Ryan Vargas Named 2023 Comcast Community Champion of the Year

Comcast announced NASCAR driver Ryan Vargas as the 2023 Comcast Community Champion of the Year, becoming the ninth champion to receive the prestigious annual award.

Philanthropy

U.S. Bank Foundation Strengthens Communities With $10 Million in Grants

’Tis the season for giving, and the U.S. Bank Foundation recently provided more than $10 million in funding to nonprofits nationwide, bringing total 2023 Community Possible giving to more than $34 million. The more than 400 grants will help support valuable community programs.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Plan International Leads a Mutually Beneficial Industrial Park-Worker Program Model

Plan International partnerships with the U.S. government and The Children’s Place demonstrate a childcare model with positive economic outcomes for young women and the private sector.

Environment

Cisco’s Green Team Network: How to Be More Sustainable During the Holidays

‘Tis the season! As we look forward to numerous holidays, special traditions, and spending time with loved ones, I can’t help but think about the impact of my actions.

Events

Chemours CEO and CSO Drive Conversations on the Role of the Private Sector in Accelerating Climate Progress

Chemours President and CEO Mark Newman and Chief Sustainability Officer Amber Wellman recently returned from COP28, where they spent time meeting with business leaders from around the globe who are working together to accelerate the transition to a sustainable world.

Awards & Rankings

Gildan Included on the Dow Jones Sustainability™ Index for the 11th Consecutive Year

Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX and NYSE) (“Gildan” or “the Company”) is pleased to share that it has been included on the Dow Jones Sustainability™ North America Index (DJSI North America) for its ongoing efforts towards ESG initiatives.

Education & Workforce Development

With State-of-the-Art Technology, CNH Bets on Technical Education

CNH announced its partnership with the Catholic University of Cordoba (UCC) to help educate Argentina’s next generation of farmers.

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Aflac Stories

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Sustainability Report

Our latest Sustainability Report highlights recent accomplishments and progress toward achieving goals in the environmental, social and governance...

Whirlpool Corporate Citizenship

This category covers areas that aren't our signature charities. Main topics can include Homes For Our Troops as well as smaller charity organizations...

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is embedded in our company values. We actively promote it among our employees, raise awareness, and foster an...

Health in Action

Our Prescription for a Better World framework is organized around three key pillars: building healthy communities (Health in Action), protecting the...

Key Supports Affordable Housing

KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment helps fulfill Key’s purpose to help clients and communities thrive by financing projects that...

Subaru Love Promise: Community

Subaru is dedicated to supporting those who need it the most in our communities. From donating food to Feeding America, providing essential items to...

Sustainable Products and Innovation

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

GoDaddy | Microbusiness

They’re the people who build websites, run restaurants, and teach online classes. They power local economies and national growth but their impact...

Heritage

For more than 160 years, Bacardi has been a family-owned company guided by its heritage. From the revolutionary introduction of BACARDÍ rum, the birth...