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Supply Chain & the Circular Economy | Cisco Systems Inc.

Circular Design Illustrated Through Four Cisco Products

At Cisco, circular design means building sustainability into our products and packaging from the start. It’s about designing with the full life cycle in mind

Responsible Production & Consumption

Waste Reduction Through Donation at Bath & Body Works

Bath & Body Works

Events, Media & Communications

KeyBank and Parachute Credit Counseling Team Up to Offer Free Tax Preparation Services in Western New York

KeyBank

Events, Media & Communications

HPRC 2026 Project Roadmap

Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Wesco Recognized on Fortune’s 2026 America’s Most Innovative Companies List

Wesco International

Health & Healthcare

Guiding Stars: Cereal Sense

Guiding Stars Licensing Company LLC

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Everpure’s Partnership with Rewriting the Code Shows How Purpose-Driven Partnerships Can Expand Pathways for Women in Tech

Everpure

Research, Reports & Publications

Spring Cleaning Your Budget: A Fresh Start for Your Finances

Aflac Incorporated

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

2025 JA Americas Company of the Year Celebrates the Spirit of Possibility

FedEx

Featured Brands

Circular Design Illustrated Through Four Cisco Products

At Cisco, circular design means building sustainability into our products and packaging from the start. It’s about designing with the full life cycle in mind

Waste Reduction Through Donation at Bath & Body Works

At Bath & Body Works, waste reduction and management play a key role in building a sustainable future.

Comcast Makes $250,000 Investment in Mile High United Way’s 211 Help Center

Mile High United Way announced Comcast’s $250,000 investment in the nonprofit organization’s 211 Help Center. In honor of the investment, the service will now be known as Mile High United Way’s 211 Help Center Sponsored by Comcast.

ICA Fund Announces $2.25 Million in New Funding From Wells Fargo To Support Growth-Ready Small Businesses in the Bay Area

ICA Fund today announced it has received a $2.25 million grant from Wells Fargo & Company as part of its Open for Business Growth initiative, a $20 million philanthropic program designed to help growth-ready small businesses access the capital and resources they need to scale.

From Ideas To Impact: Empowering Africa’s Next Generation of Climate Innovators

In December, the future of African innovation took center stage in Abuja, Nigeria, as students from across the continent gathered for Junior Achievement (JA) Africa’s Company of the Year (COY) competition.

Guiding Stars: Cereal Sense

The cereal aisle can feel overwhelming—especially when every box claims to be the right choice. Call-outs like “whole grain,” “fortified,” “heart healthy,” or “high protein” add to the confusion. When you’re short on time, you may not be able to review the nutrition facts panel.

Spring Cleaning Your Budget: A Fresh Start for Your Finances

If spring cleaning your closet feels satisfying, scrubbing your budget might feel downright transformative. Just like clutter tends to accumulate in the corners of your home, unused subscriptions, autopay traps and shifting expenses gather quietly in your financial life.

Comcast and Seattle Sports Commission Bring Team USA Spirit to Veterans in Burien

As the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games capture global attention, a powerful local gathering in Burien highlighted the inspiring connection between elite adaptive athletes and the veterans in our own community.

Jacksonville Military Moms Receive Surprise Gifts at Golf‑Inspired Operation Shower

Days before The PLAYERS Championship kicked off at TPC Sawgrass, 40 military moms and moms-to-be gathered with their loved ones inside Patriot’s Outpost for a special event.

Mastercard: Bottling the Creative Process: A Woman Founder’s AI-Powered Approach to Innovation

Catalina Banuleasa knows that most exciting new products aren’t born from sheer luck. As an entrepreneur who’s developed products for some of the world’s most innovative companies, she’s learned that “lightning bolt ideas” typically happen when you lay the groundwork for them.

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Innovation & Technology

Mastercard: What Spending Data Tells Us About Cyberattacks

Asahi Group, maker of Japan’s best-selling beer, was struck by a cyberattack last fall that was so severe the company had to shut down many computer systems and fill orders using pen, paper and fax machines.

Events, Media & Communications

Global EHS and Sustainability Conferences To Attend in 2026

From interactive sessions to inspirational presentations and networking opportunities, here is a brief compilation of global EHS and sustainability conferences and events that should be on your radar for 2026.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Mary Kay Goes for Gold in Global Manufacturing Standards

Mary Kay Inc., a global direct sales leader in beauty and skincare innovation, has achieved ISO 22716 certification, the internationally recognized gold standard for cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Invests $500,000 in Say Yes Niagara Falls to Expand Higher Education Access

KeyBank, through the KeyBank Foundation, has announced a $500,000 investment in Say Yes Niagara Falls, marking the latest milestone in the bank’s long-standing commitment to expanding educational opportunity and strengthening communities across Western New York.

Events, Media & Communications

Jordan Chiles, Abby Wambach, and Julie Foudy Celebrate International Women’s Day With CARE’s “Level the Playing Field” Campaign

CARE’s annual multi-day international women's day campaign aims to galvanize action for women to access the skills, resources, and support they deserve to succeed and thrive.

Events, Media & Communications

CASE Comes to CONEXPO 2026 With Big Lineup of New Machines and Technology So Crews Can Be Ready for Anything

CASE Construction Equipment, a brand of CNH, is doubling down at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, March 3-7 in Las Vegas with an impressive machine lineup purpose-built to help crews work smarter, safer and more efficiently than ever before.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Strong Teams Build Strong Communities

When communities are tested by tragedy, recovery is not only about rebuilding—it’s about restoring hope, dignity, and a sense of belonging. In Los Angeles County, families impacted by the devastating wildfires of 2025 know this reality all too well.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Built for the Storm: How a Former Fire and Police Chief Helps T-Mobile Support First Responders

“Extreme winter weather just becomes your norm here,” says Brian Gould, Industry Segment Advisor, T-Mobile. “I love the snow but, sometimes, I feel like I’d be alright with moving somewhere I’d never have to see it again.”

Responsible Production & Consumption

Industry Experts Explore Future of Apparel & Footwear PEFCR in Madrid

Following the European Commission’s approval of the Apparel & Footwear Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules (PEFCR) in 2025, industry leaders gathered in Madrid to explore what implementation will require in practice — and whether companies are ready.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Milano Cortina 2026 Legacy: Existing Venues, Active Lifestyles and a Boost to Socio-Economic Development

From a Games delivery model centred on existing and temporary venues to programmes that promote active lifestyles and socio-economic development across mountain and urban areas, Milano Cortina 2026 is designed to deliver outstanding sport while creating lasting value

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Sands China Launches Sands Responsible Gaming Academy and University of Macau Collaboration

In a ceremony at The Londoner Macao® on Nov. 17, Sands China officially launched the Sands Responsible Gaming Academy, a specialized venture under the Sands China Academy for training and development.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Idaho FFA Foundation Receives $200,000 From Wells Fargo Supporting Grants for Idaho FFA Members

The Idaho FFA Foundation recently received a $200,000 grant from Wells Fargo to support its new small business grant program, which provides direct funding for its members to start youth-led small businesses as part of its supervised agricultural experience project.

Innovation & Technology

Biomimicry Institute Invites Startups To Apply for 2026 Cohort of the Ray of Hope Accelerator

The Biomimicry Institute has opened applications for the 2026 Ray of Hope Accelerator. This global, founder-focused program supports early-stage startups that look to nature’s 3.8 billion years of evolution as a blueprint for solving today’s most urgent challenges.

Innovation & Technology

The Intersection of AI and EHS in the Tech Industry

Technology is transforming how we live and work, and artificial intelligence is reshaping Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) in profound ways.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Discovery Education Appoints First-Ever Chief Information Security Officer, Kara Schlageter

Discovery Education today announced the appointment of Kara Schlageter as the organization’s first Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), marking a significant milestone in its ongoing investment in secure, responsible AI innovation that protects educator and student privacy.

Environment

Mastercard Brings Contactless Metro Payments and Reforestation to Taipei

I recently returned from Taipei, where our teams and partners took an important step forward in making everyday travel simpler.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

DP World Introduces Chile’s First Fully Electric Reach Stacker at Lirquén

DP World has introduced Chile’s first fully electric Reach Stacker at Lirquén, eliminating 60,000 liters of diesel and preventing 160,000 kg of CO₂ emissions annually — marking a major step forward in renewable-powered port operations.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

The Tire Industry Project Publishes Comprehensive Guide To End-of-Life Tire Management With End-of-Life Tire Toolkit 2.0

The Tire Industry Project (TIP) released the End-of-Life Tire (ELT) Toolkit 2.0, a comprehensive, practical guide for policymakers, recyclers, recovery operators, and tire manufacturers to implement more sustainable ELT management systems.

Research, Reports & Publications

CVS Health 2025 Rx Report Highlights Transformation of Community Pharmacy To Meet Patient Needs

CVS Health® (NYSE: CVS) recently released the 2025 Rx Report: Community Pharmacy Reimagined, which explores how community pharmacies are adapting to meet patient demand while supporting pharmacy teams and addressing industry challenges with sustainable models of care.

Innovation & Technology

Smart Buildings: Leveraging Sustainable AI to Reduce Carbon and Costs

From energy use and asset management to the workplace experience, smart buildings use AI-enabled intelligence to reduce costs and turn sustainability goals into operational outcomes.

Events, Media & Communications

Stephen Ritz of Green Bronx Machine To Visit Greater Denver, Colorado Area for Great Day Colorado Media Appearance

Stephen Ritz of Green Bronx Machine to visit greater Denver, Colorado area for Great Day Colorado media appearance, public speaking, school visits, teacher training, screening of the award-winning documentary – GENERATION GROWTH – www.generationgrowthfilm.com

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Milano Cortina 2026 in Numbers: Record Engagement, Efficient Delivery, World-Class Performance

Across 19 days of competition, athletes produced historic performances that raised the standard of winter sport, breaking Olympic and world records and showcasing the extraordinary level of today’s competitors.

Education

CRYPTO.COM To Donate $1 Million to After-School All-Stars in Collaboration With the LA Kings and the Kings Care Foundation

Crypto.com today announced that it will donate $1 million to After-School All-Stars as part of its partnership with the LA Kings and the Kings Care Foundation (the award-winning charitable arm of the team), reinforcing a shared commitment to youth development and community impact

Events, Media & Communications

The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council Appoints Paul D’Annunzio as Chair of the Healthcare Facility Advisory Board

The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council is pleased to appoint Paul D’Annunzio, Sustainability Manager at The Resource Group, as Chair of the Healthcare Facility Advisory Board (HFAB).

Social Impact & Volunteering

Benevity Impact Labs Releases State of Corporate Volunteering 2026 Report

It's time for a re-think. Benevity Impact Labs’ State of Corporate Volunteering 2026 report reveals that while workforce volunteering is surging, there is a urgent need to move beyond counting hours and better align with shifting nonprofit needs to achieve real impact.

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Collective Action

Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...

Community Investment

all community engagement efforts (e.g., Teach for All, volunteerism, etc.)

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...

KeyBank: Responsible Banking

Everyone’s financial journey is different. We make intentional efforts to meet the individual needs of clients and communities through a diverse range...

KeyBank's Commitment to Diversity

Promoting inclusive environments by employing systemic changes to improve the access of individuals of diverse backgrounds. Learn more about our...

Aflac Insights

Learn more about Aflac’s survey findings to better understand workplace trends as well as consumer attitudes, habits and opinions toward health and...

Whirlpool Corporation & Sustainability

At Whirlpool Corporation, we have a history of advances in sustainability founded on a simple principle: "Do the right things, the right ways. Always...

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...

Greener Products and Solutions

We actively integrate sustainability into the product development process and look at all phases of the product life cycle for opportunities to...

Accelerating access to healthcare technology

We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...