Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Education

Worm Food: Lunch Scraps Nourishing STEM Education at Wichita School

There’s nothing quite like the sticking power of hands-on education – even when “hands-on” means sifting through fistfuls of red worms and composting material.

Sustainable Development Goals

Meet the Team Making McDonald’s Restaurants More Modern, Sustainable, and Welcoming

Meet Nika Samedova and Silke Korporal: two women who are helping change the way McDonald’s restaurants look and feel around the world.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Good With Money: Developing Financial Literacy

This week on The Full Story we're exploring local programs and online resources that educate people on personal finance and economic systems.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru Shares Warmth, Love and Relief With Patients Facing Cancer

Subaru of America, Inc. today announced that it will renew its partnership with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) during Subaru Loves to Care® month in June.

Environment

Jim Motavalli on the EV Revolution

According to the International Energy Agency, over 14 million electric vehicles, or EVs, are expected to be sold globally in 2023.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Fifth Third Chicago Employees Fight Hunger on Fifth Third Day

Chicago Fifth Third Bank team members marked Fifth Third Day, May 3 or 5/3 on the calendar, by teaming up with Blessings in a Backpack at the Fifth Third Arena, the Chicago Blackhawk practice rink.

Education

Subaru of America Donates Vehicles for NAVRA Emergency Responder Rescue Training Competition

This week, Subaru of America, Inc. donated dozens of vehicles to the North American Vehicle Rescue Association (NAVRA) for their three-day rescue workshop session and competition, benefitting the training of emergency responders and offering a second life to pre-production cars

Education

UTA Is Bringing Hypersonic Travel with Fidelity Pointwise

Today, Fidelity Pointwise is supporting UTA’s students very well, thanks to its online learning platform that helps smoothen the learning curve.

Social Impact & Volunteering

kate spade new york Releases 2022 Social Impact Report

On Thursday, May 18, in celebration of Mental Health Action Day yesterday, kate spade new york (ksny) launched their 2022 global social impact report.

Health & Healthcare

Verizon Forward for Good Accelerator Advances Health Equity-Based Start-Ups

Verizon today announced that seven organizations have completed the third cohort of the Verizon Forward for Good Accelerator, focused on Health Equity to scale solutions that address the barriers to health access and quality care.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

LA Galaxy, CalHOPE, Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, Dignity Health and Javier "Chicharito" Hernández Host Panel on Mental Preparation as an Athlete at Dignity Health Sports Park

In recognition of May as Mental Health Awareness Month and in partnership with CalHOPE, the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health and Dignity Health, on May 25, 2023, AEG’s LA Galaxy forward Javier “Chicharito” Hernández spoke to high school boys' and girls’ soccer teams

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Cintas Named a USA Today Climate Leader 2023

In recognition of its commitment to and success in reducing its greenhouse gas emissions intensity in recent years, Cintas Corporation has been named to the inaugural USA Today Climate Leader 2023 list.

Diversity & Inclusion

Henkel: Our Strength Comes From Our People

This Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, we celebrated the diversity of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander community within Henkel by inviting employees to share how their culture and heritage have helped shape who they are today.

Energy

How SAP Helps Businesses Streamline Their Emissions Declarations

Across industries, sustainability has transformed from a mere buzzword – and a box to be checked – to a critical component of corporate strategy.

Environment

EHSxRetail: Discussing EHS&S Challenges, Successes, and Industry Trends

Antea Group recently held our annual EHSxRetail event hosted by Burberry at their New York City office. The purpose of this event is to provide a space where those responsible for EHS&S within the retail industry can gather and network with peers.

Health & Healthcare

Peloton and the Steve Fund: Mental Health Awareness Month Panel on Community and Connectedness

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Peloton hosted a panel conversation for the Peloton Corporate Wellness Community where we discussed the importance of community and connection  when it comes to mental wellbeing.

Environment

Ceres Applauds California Senate Passage of First-in-the-Nation Climate Risk Disclosure Legislation

Ceres commends the California Senate for voting yesterday to pass two bills that would give investors, consumers, and other stakeholders far more insight into companies’ efforts to address the financial risks of the climate crisis. 

Responsible Production & Consumption

Cummins Inc. Plant Commits to Reducing Wastewater Through Reverse Osmosis

The Cummins Inc. Jamestown (New York) Engine Plant wants to set the standard for plants across the U.S. as it makes progress on the company’s goal of having a net positive impact on local communities.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Mejuri Announces Founding Investment in Regeneration, a Restoration and Remining Startup

Regeneration, a restoration and remining social enterprise, welcomes Mejuri as its jewelry partner. The announcement comes as part of Mejuri’s first sustainability report. Regeneration offers an opportunity to “begin again” for communities and lands impacted by legacy mining.

Education

Truck Donation Helps Put Tribal University Students on the Road to Jobs

In recent testimony before a U.S. House committee, the President and CEO of American Trucking Associations highlighted a growing shortage of 78,000 drivers in the trucking industry, calling for more efforts to develop the industry’s workforce.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

This Insulation Take-Back Program Cuts Down on Waste in the Building Industry

As one of the world’s leading manufacturers of building materials, Owens Corning recognizes the impact its industry can have in the reduction, collection and reuse of waste through circular economy systems.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Investing Across the Value Chain in Circular Solutions for Old Mattresses

By turning end-of-life mattresses into RENUVA™ polyols for use in new furniture and bedding, our RENUVA™ Mattress Recycling Program is contributing to both a circular and lower-carbon economy.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Interior Design for Life Sciences Environments

Beyond aesthetics, good design improves productivity, job satisfaction, collaboration, and creativity. It attracts new talent and entices workers to commute to their workplace. And it keeps people safe and healthy.

Energy

Rockwell Automation Partners With Avid Solutions To Advance Green Hydrogen Industry

Experts predict green hydrogen (H2) will be increasingly used as a clean alternative to natural gas and to meet net zero emission commitments worldwide.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bacardi and Hispanic Heritage Foundation Announce Visión Verde Effort To Support Latinx-Owned Businesses in Greater Miami in Becoming More Sustainable

Bacardi U.S.A. and the Hispanic Heritage Foundation launched today Visión Verde, a multi-year platform that will provide dedicated support to Hispanic/Latinx-owned businesses becoming more sustainable within the beverage alcohol service, sales, and hospitality industries.

Latest Campaigns

  1. 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...
  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. Protecting our planet
    We believe that people can only live their healthiest lives on a healthy planet. That’s why we reduce our environmental footprint by finding...
  4. Aflac Stories
    Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.
  5. Integrated Tools
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...
  6. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  7. Planet
    Minimizing our environmental footprint and being part of the solution to climate change.
  8. Sustainable Operations
    ops-related sustainability content (e.g., new electric equipment, decarb efforts, etc.)
  9. Growth Through Sustainability
    Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...
  10. Research
    Showcase Action Against Hunger’s pioneering role in advancing malnutrition treatment—from early therapeutic formulas (F100, F75) to ongoing innovation...
  11. Drawdown Georgia
    Informed by Project Drawdown, the world’s leading resource for climate solutions, Drawdown Georgia is the first state-centered effort to crowdsolve...
  12. Community Impact
    Advancing our communities worldwide through philanthropic investments, partnerships, and employee volunteerism.
  13. Building a Sustainable Future | Decarbonizing the Built Environment
    The building sector accounts for nearly 40% of carbon emissions and nearly 50% of the consumption of natural resources. The industry stands at a...
  14. 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...
  15. Advocacy
    Position Action Against Hunger as a leading advocate for policy change and investment—calling for increased public health spending, improved nutrition...