Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Environment

Ecocentricity Blog - A Quarter Century of Impact: How Biomimicry Has Reframed Humanity's Relationship With Nature

May 18, 2022 3:15 PM ET

Janine Benyus’s most influential book turns 25 years old this week. I share some reflections on its importance, and I encourage you to join in celebrating it!

Social Impact & Volunteering

Delivering for Good: Delivering Coats Across America and Canada

May 18, 2022 2:30 PM ET

Through Delivering for Good, in 2020 we shipped winter coats to elementary schools in 24 cities across the U.S and Canada. We provided 300 coats in each city for a total of 7,000 new coats.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

2022 Halo Awards Honor Top Corporate Social Impact Initiatives

May 18, 2022 2:15 PM ET

2022 Halo Awards Honor top corporate social impact initiatives. Winning companies and nonprofits were recognized at Engage for Good’s annual conference in Atlanta, GA.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Bread Financial Cove Café Unveiled

May 18, 2022 2:10 PM ET

Leaders from Bread Financial and Nationwide Children’s Hospital recently unveiled a new sign outside of the cafeteria at the Big Lots Behavior Health Pavilion.

Environment

Stockholm +50: Five Things You Need to Know

May 18, 2022 2:05 PM ET

For more than a century, Ericsson’s technologies have transformed every sector of society. Through research, science and industry ecosystems, we know digitalization and 5G can help tackle climate change and other environmental issues.

Environment

Arcos Dorados Provided Close to 400 Thousand Training Opportunities to Young People in Latin America and the Caribbean in 2021

May 18, 2022 2:00 PM ET

Arcos Dorados, the franchise that operates the McDonald’s brand in 20 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, released its eighth Social Impact and Sustainable Development Report, highlighting the latest developments related to its ESG

Education

'You Were Made to do Amazing Things'

May 18, 2022 2:00 PM ET

“You were made to do amazing things.” It’s a phrase Eric Smith, a renowned financial literacy coach, uses with young people.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

New Multisector Coalition to Spearhead the Regenerative and Equitable Circular Transition in Cities Across the Globe

May 18, 2022 2:00 PM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

Vistra Publishes 2021 Sustainability Report Highlighting Its Continued Transition to a Cleaner and More Equitable Company

May 18, 2022 1:45 PM ET

Vistra (NYSE: VST) today published its 2021 Sustainability Report, showcasing its sustainability strategy, including its efforts to power a zero-carbon future through its Vistra Zero portfolio and drive a company culture rooted in equity and inclusiveness.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bringing Online Safety Education to 1 Million People in India

May 18, 2022 1:45 PM ET

NortonLifeLock Cares proudly partners with Save the Children in India to provide online safety education to children in vulnerable and impoverished communities. Read more about how these efforts reached more than 1 million people.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Medtronic Named to 3BL 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2022

May 18, 2022 1:40 PM ET

3BL Media has named Medtronic to its annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, recognizing outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest U.S. public companies.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Hormel Foods Named One of the Top Corporate Citizens in the United States

May 18, 2022 1:10 PM ET

Hormel Foods Corporation, (NYSE: HRL), a global branded food company, today announced it has been named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media.

Diversity & Inclusion

Altogether Kohler: Richard Lee’s Story

May 18, 2022 1:00 PM ET

A first-generation American, Richard Lee relies on the values his parents instilled in him as a child to succeed in his career and life: do the right thing every day, continue to learn, and help others.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Illumina Named Top 100 Best Corporate Citizens and Ranked #1 in the Employee Category

May 18, 2022 12:45 PM ET

Illumina has been included for the first time on the 2022 100 Best Corporate Citizens list by 3BL Media, recognizing outstanding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance among the 1,000 largest U.S. public companies.

Research, Reports & Publications

GoDaddy Makes Several Strides in Sustainability Journey

May 18, 2022 12:40 PM ET

GoDaddy, the company that empowers everyday entrepreneurs, released its 2021 Sustainability Report covering the company’s environmental, social and governance strategies, activities, progress, metrics and performance.

Environment

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s PHMSA Final Rule Is Now in Effect – How Can You Prepare?

May 18, 2022 12:15 PM ET

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) final rule went into effect on May 16, 2022, through amendments to 49 C.F.R. Parts 191 and 192.

Responsible Production & Consumption

SIZA Applies for SSCI Benchmarking

May 18, 2022 12:00 PM ET

The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) has received a benchmarking application from SIZA

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

AMD Ranking Rises in 100 Best Corporate Citizens

May 18, 2022 12:00 PM ET

3BL Media has named AMD as a leader in the semiconductor industry in its annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, recognizing outstanding ESG transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest U.S. public companies.

Environment

Rockwell Automation's Green Roof Hosts Urban Bees

May 18, 2022 12:00 PM ET

In 2017, the United Nations declared May 20 as World Bee Day to draw global attention to the importance of preserving bees and other pollinators and to take concrete action to preserve and protect them.

Diversity & Inclusion

Retail Gets Real To Mitigate Racial Bias in the Shopping Experience

May 18, 2022 11:20 AM ET

“There has never been a more urgent time for us to demonstrate our commitment to inclusivity, be it the political landscape, customer expectations, or simply our belief in protecting equality and equity for all.”

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Video: The Home Depot Celebrates Military Appreciation Month by Highlighting Navy Service Member and Assistant Store Manager

May 18, 2022 11:15 AM ET

Hailing from a military family, having lived in four countries and seven states, Gerald Sims always knew his passion was to serve his country. Currently, he is a Navy service member.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Research Roundup: Responsible Gaming Tool Usage and Positive Play

May 18, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Recently, our research and training partner, the Harvard Medical School affiliated Cambridge Health Alliance, Division on Addiction, as part of its online Brief Addiction Science Information Source

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

PSEG Ranked No. 1 Utility in 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2022

May 18, 2022 11:00 AM ET

3BL Media named PSEG to its annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, ranking number one in the utility industry and eighth overall.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Working Together to Eliminate Waste

May 18, 2022 10:55 AM ET

A few yards away from its Amana, Iowa plant, a dedicated team of specialists is working around the clock to treat the wastewater generated each day by the plant—while also processing wastewater for the residents of nearby Middle Amana, Iowa, as well.

Innovation & Technology

Breakthrough Innovation Happens at the Intersection of Scientific Disciplines

May 18, 2022 10:55 AM ET

Farmers have one of the most rewarding, yet most challenging jobs: feeding the world’s growing population efficiently and sustainably.