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Research, Reports & Publications

Bacardi Unveils 2025 Cocktail Trends Report: Redefining Cocktail Culture

The 2025 Bacardi Cocktail Trends Report: The spirits industry is poised for a transformative future, driven by a blend of optimism and purpose. As brands evolve to align with the values of next-gen consumers, 2025 will see a push for inclusivity, particularly in distilling.

Energy

Ohio Businesses Urge Senate Support for Energy Efficiency Bill to Restore Jobs and Savings in State

Major businesses with operations in Ohio today urged members of the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee to support HB 79, legislation that will reinstate energy efficiency programs that will restore clean energy jobs and generate utility savings

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Regions Wins Top Honors at Corporate Governance Awards

Awards season has officially kicked off and red carpets are being rolled out. And not just for the made-for-TV ceremonies you may be familiar with.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Texan by Nature Names Top 20 Companies for Conservation in Texas

Texan by Nature (TxN), a conservation nonprofit, has recognized Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) as one of only two businesses from the energy sector on its 2024 TxN 20.

Research, Reports & Publications

Leading With Love: The Clorox Company Foundation Publishes Annual Report

As I reflect on another year of delivering meaningful impact in our communities, our work has hewed closely to our mission and The Clorox Company’s purpose — we champion people to be well and thrive, every single day — always leading with love.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Community Routes: Access to Mental Health Care

Teva Pharmaceuticals is proud to share that our Community Routes: Access to Mental Health Care U.S. access program, in partnership with Direct Relief and NAFC, has been recognized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation 25th annual Citizens Award.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Packaging Waste and the Need for Sustainable Improvement

In the last century alone, material changes to the average standard of living have dramatically improved human health and well-being worldwide.

Environment

The National Park Foundation and Subaru of America Celebrate Waste Reduction Efforts in National Parks

The National Park Foundation (NPF) and Subaru of America are celebrating 11 years of partnership and nearly a decade of collaboration to address waste reduction and support public awareness efforts in national parks through the Don’t Feed the Landfills initiative.

Environment

Understanding the EU’s CBAM: Reporting Requirements, Compliance Strategies, and ESG Impacts

With the implementation of the CBAM, companies importing goods into the European Union are facing a significant shift in the regulatory landscape.

Environment

For the Sea and Skye: A Mother’s Plea to End Plastic Pollution

I can’t help but think about the world my daughter Skye and her generation will inherit. From the moment I first held her in my arms, I instantly knew two things to be true: I will never be able to fully shield her from the world, but heck if I’m not going to try anyway.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

From Talk to Action: Paving the Way for a Circular Economy in the Consumer Goods and Retail Industry

In a world confronted with the urgent realities of finite resources and environmental impact, the need to transition from a linear to a circular economy is more pressing than ever.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Venture Capital Investing in Regenerative Agriculture

Trailhead Capital is a Denver, CO based venture capital firm investing in the regenerative future of food and agriculture through its $50M Regeneration Fund I LP, which has made 27 investments since launching in April of 2021.

Environment

Electric School Buses Drive Progress on Climate Solutions in Georgia

Electrifying transportation in Georgia is a powerful climate solution, and the benefits of upgrading to electric school buses go beyond carbon. The transition to electric buses supports the local economy and can positively impact our kids' health, too.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Wesco Partners With Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County to Support Home Preservation

On October 17, Wesco, a Fortune 500 company, strengthened its commitment to community welfare by partnering with Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County to support Habitat’s Home Preservation Program.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Supporting Military Veterans and Active Service Members Everyday

U.S. Bank has a long history of supporting veterans and active military employees, customers and community members. In addition to vehicles, U.S. Bank also partners with Freedom Alliance and Operation Homefront to donate mortgage-free homes to veterans.

Innovation & Technology

The State of AI Adoption in Healthcare

Governmental organizations are seeing the immense economic and societal benefits of AI. Comprehensive guidelines and regulatory frameworks are in active development to ensure AI technologies are developed and deployed in a safe, secure, and trustworthy manner.

Innovation & Technology

AT Think Transforming Client Relationships: The Crucial Role of Customer Experience

When leaders think of how to improve their customer's experience, they often associate this practice with retail or technology services that are digital-first, transactional businesses.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

What Greenwashing Risks Mean for the Legal Profession

As sustainability issues take center stage in corporate governance, could your company be at risk of inadvertently misleading investors or consumers?

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Global Charities Selected by Baker Hughes Employees to Receive $750,000 From Company’s Foundation

The Baker Hughes Foundation announced Monday a total of $750,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations (NPOs) that promote our values and support local communities.

Energy

Mass. Climate, Cleantech Legislation Will Accelerate Clean Energy Buildout

Ceres applauds the final passage of two important bills that will bolster Massachusetts’ role as a climate and clean energy leader while supporting the state economy.

Sustainable Development Goals

Our Approach to Minimizing the Environmental Impact of Our Operations

Northern Trust is actively reducing our operational carbon footprint.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Louis Messina Receives Billboard’s Touring Titan Award and Named Executive of the Year

Messina Touring Groups’ founder Louis Messina, partner of AEG Presents, received Billboard’s prestigious Touring Titan Award and was recognized as Executive of the Year at the Billboard Live Music Summit and Awards in Los Angeles, CA on November 14, 2024.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Saint-Gobain Video Series: Success in the Making: Adan Alencastro, Plataka, Florida

For Warehouse Supervisor Adan Alencastro, he found the tools he needed to grow his career with CertainTeed at our gypsum facility in Palatka while finishing his education. Find your place!

Diversity & Inclusion

Women in Tech at Principal®: Navigating Development Opportunities as an Employee and a Leader

Principal® employees tend to flex their skills and hop around the company. It isn’t unusual for someone to work in several different roles and parts of the business throughout their career.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Why Higg FSLM, SLCP’s CAF Are Transforming Social Policy Frameworks

In this latest blog Cascale’s Editorial Director, Kaley Roshitsh provides insight how Cascale and the Social & Labor Convergence Program's (SLCP) collaboration is advancing decent work.

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