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Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Rebuilding The Future: The New Circularity Blueprint 

In this Healthy Spaces Podcast episode, hosts Scott Tew and Dominique Silva discuss circular design with Jenelle Shapiro from Trane Technologies, and Julia Gisewite and Nelson Russom from Turner Construction.

Education

Powering Prosperity: Entergy Arkansas Partners With HBCUs To Build the Workforce of the Future

Entergy Arkansas is investing in the next generation of leaders — and the state’s future workforce — through new partnerships with four of Arkansas’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Events, Media & Communications

This Chicago Artist Turns Everyday Moments Into Stories of Connection

Mía Lee knows the power of connection. As a contemporary painter and textile designer, she treats each of her pieces not just as a work of beauty but as a bridge between people, communities and shared experiences.

Innovation & Technology

From Mineral to Market: Meet the Covia Innovation Center

At Covia, innovation isn’t a department—it’s a mindset. For years, we’ve partnered with customers across industries to solve tough challenges using the unique properties of industrial minerals and our process know-how.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Direct Relief Expands Global Humanitarian Operations With Opening of European Headquarters in Frankfurt

In response to rising global health needs and growing strain on public health systems, Direct Relief has opened a new European headquarters to enhance its ability to deliver essential medical resources to communities facing urgent health challenges.  

Education

Perspective: In the Age of AI, TCS goIT™ Is More Relevant Than Ever

Smiles. Big, beaming smiles and the sparkling eyes that accompany them when students present their innovations to judges from the stage. This is the first thing I think about when I hear, “goIT.”

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Golf Galaxy, DICK'S House of Sport and Youth on Course Partner To Provide Young People With Access to Golf

Golf Galaxy, DICK’S House of Sport and Youth on Course are growing the game of golf, supporting youth development and breaking down financial barriers to the game with a partnership that gives youth members access to discounted simulator rental fees, and a complementary lesson.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The CMO Whisperer Podcast: Subaru’s Alan Bethke and ASPCA’s Matt Bershadker on Authenticity in Brand Partnerships

In the October 24, 2025 episode of “The CMO Whisperer,” podcast host Steve Olenski reconnects with Alan Bethke, SVP of Marketing at Subaru of America, Inc., for a compelling “round two” interview which builds upon their previous talk about the “Love” advertising campaign.

Health & Healthcare

Policy Engagement to Break Down Barriers to Access and Build Resilient Health Systems at Viatris

Public policies are central factors in determining healthcare interventions and access to medicines and treatment.

Education

Five Educators Selected as STEM Grant Recipients by the Environmental Education Initiative

The Environmental Education Initiative today announced the five 2025-2026 recipients of The National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) Greening STEM Grant.

Innovation & Technology

The Joy of Quantum: Celebrating Wonder and Sharing the Magic

As we reach the crescendo of our journey through the eight guiding principles of the International Year of Quantum (IYQ), we arrive at perhaps the most essential element of all: "Have fun! If quantum has brought joy to your life, share this joy with others."

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Wesco and Lake-McHenry Habitat for Humanity Restore a Home for a Veteran’s Legacy

Mark, a proud Navy submarine veteran and longtime Lake County resident, has dedicated his life to service, both in uniform and in his community.

Innovation & Technology

Antea Group Partners With TagEvac To Revolutionize Emergency Evacuation Across Low-Risk and High-Risk Work Environments

Antea Group, a global environment, health, safety, and sustainability consulting firm, today announced a strategic partnership with TagEvac, a leading provider of innovative emergency evacuation systems and training.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Cracking the Code: How DP World Is Empowering West Africa’s Cashew Trade – and What It Means for Global Agriculture

In West Africa, the humble cashew has become a powerful symbol of sustainable growth. Since the turn of the millennium, production has more than doubled to 3.9 billion tons, making the region the world’s leading producer.

Health & Healthcare

Family and Friends Can Help You Make the First Step Toward Wellness

According to the 2025 Wellness Matters Survey from Aflac, 90% of Americans reported putting off recommended health screenings this year, up from 85% in 2024.1 People offer a variety of reasons for leaving these appointments off the calendar, including belief that they are healthy

Events, Media & Communications

Trane Technologies’ “Temp Check” a Go-To Resource for Climate Innovation on LinkedIn

Temp Check, a monthly LinkedIn newsletter by Trane Technologies, delivers actionable insights at the intersection of climate innovation and business growth. Temp Check is quickly becoming a go-to resource for sustainability and business leaders.

Environment

Building Resilient Infrastructure Along New Zealand’s Coast

In this episode, we explore new funding models, sustainable design, and the growing role of private-sector innovation in building infrastructure that lasts.

Environment

Chattahoochee Nature Center Gets Renewed Stewardship With Georgia-Pacific as a Partner

This month, I completed a six-year term as trustee of the Chattahoochee Nature Center, Inc. CNC plays an important role in Metro Atlanta and across the Chattahoochee River watershed, connecting people with nature.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Webster Bank Celebrates 90th Anniversary

Webster Bank celebrated its 90th anniversary on Saturday, October 11. Since its founding in 1935, Webster has grown to a national financial services company with over $80 billion in assets.

Energy

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany Signs Long-Term Renewable Energy Contract for South Korea Sites

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, a leading science and technology company, has signed a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with SK Innovation E&S to deliver 16 megawatts (MW) of new renewable electricity capacity for its Life Science sites in Daejeon and Songdo, South Korea.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Guiding Stars: Stretch Your Grocery Budget

Shopping on a budget is about more than just checking your store’s weekly flyer or buying bulk items. It’s also about dollar-stretching strategies that begin before you even enter the store.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

From Legal Briefs to Bedtime Stories: How Mary Kay’s Vice-President of Legal Operations Leads With Heart

At the heart of every thriving company is a leader who inspires those around them to rise. This year, we’re proud to honor our Vice-President of Legal Operations, Naisha Covarrubias, as Mary Kay’s Leader of the Year for North America Region

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Four Industry Veterans Join Fairtrade America Board to Champion Sustainable Supply Chains

Fairtrade America, the organization behind the world’s most recognized label for social justice and sustainability, the Fairtrade Mark, is proud to announce the election of its new Board Chair and the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Southwire CEO Receives 2025 Pioneer Award

In recognition of his relentless dedication to the company’s values and his focus on ensuring Southwire is an extraordinary place to work, Southwire’s President and CEO, Rich Stinson, was recently recognized with the 2025 Pioneer Award.

Events, Media & Communications

KPMG at COP30

COP30 is set to be a landmark event in the global fight against climate change, coinciding with the 10-year anniversary of the Paris Agreement and the five-year countdown to the 2030 interim deadline for achieving climate goals by 2050.

Latest Campaigns

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’...

Nutrition and Health

Focus on preventing and treating malnutrition across life stages. Highlights include early detection, community-based treatment (e.g., MUAC screening...