Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Responsible Production & Consumption

Net Zero Methodology: Yes It Is Complicated, but Worth Doing Thoroughly

May 3, 2022 10:55 AM ET

In September of 2021, Cisco committed to reach net zero across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions by 2040.

Sustainable Development Goals

RESOLVE Launches the Peace Diamonds Restoration Initiative

May 3, 2022 10:30 AM ET

RESOLVE announces the Peace Diamonds Restoration Initiative to restore, rehabilitate, and repurpose land that was degraded by artisanal and small-scale diamond mining in developing economy countries.

Research, Reports & Publications

Leveraging Digital Resources and Training for Small Business Growth and Community Benefit: Executive Summary

May 3, 2022 10:00 AM ET

As the business world digitized over the last decade, GoDaddy identified a pressing need: Small businesses in underserved communities needed help creating a digital presence.

Health & Healthcare

World Must Leverage Genomics to Fight Pandemics, Illumina CEO Says

May 3, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Two years into the pandemic that has killed millions and shaken the global economy, the world still lacks a unified effort to detect and fight future outbreaks using genetic tools, said Illumina Inc. Chief Executive Officer Francis deSouza.

Health & Healthcare

Opinion: The Road to Ending Visceral Leishmaniasis

May 3, 2022 9:45 AM ET

If left untreated, VL kills 95% of its victims. Though progress has been made, we still have a way to go and, as we look to the next decade, eliminating VL will continue to be a priority for Gilead Sciences.

Environment

ESG Spotlight: Whirlpool

May 3, 2022 9:45 AM ET

Whirlpool's long-term commitment to fostering sustainable, resilient operations starts with innovative technology and design to improve efficiency, reduce waste and eliminate carbon emissions.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

LBX: Crypto 101

May 3, 2022 7:30 AM ET

Cryptocurrency is heavy. Everyone has heard about it, but how many people know what it is?

Environment

Environmental Education for the Next Generation: SC Johnson and NGO Ocean Generation Announce New Partnership

May 3, 2022 4:00 AM ET

SC Johnson, the maker of household consumer brands such as Mr Muscle®, Ecover® and Duck®, today launched a new partnership with UK Charity Ocean Generation

Diversity & Inclusion

Qurate Retail Group Focuses on Inclusive Mindsets During Celebrate Diversity Month

May 2, 2022 6:00 PM ET

Throughout April, Qurate Retail Group honored Celebrate Diversity Month by presenting an array of panel discussions, lectures and other learning opportunities designed to help team members worldwide develop and embrace inclusive mindsets.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

ENR Rankings: Black & Veatch Among Global Infrastructure Leaders As Decarbonization, Resiliency and Sustainability Solutions Drive Growth

May 2, 2022 5:40 PM ET

Underscoring its leadership in helping clients achieve advanced decarbonization, sustainability and resilience solutions, Black & Veatch announces that the Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) latest “Top 500 Design Firms” Sourcebook ranks it among the world’s leaders in power, telecommunications and water.

Education

Meet the 2021 Winners of Cadence's Latinx Students in Technology Scholarship

May 2, 2022 5:00 PM ET

Cadence is recognizing the recipients of Cadence’s Latinx Students in Technology Scholarship program and sharing their inspirational stories and impactful insights.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Atlantic Power Transmission LLC, a Blackstone Infrastructure Partners Portfolio Company, Announces $50 Million Commitment to New Jersey Workforce Development

May 2, 2022 3:35 PM ET

Atlantic Power Transmission LLC (“APT”), a Blackstone (NYSE: BX) portfolio company, announces a $50 million commitment to workforce development in New Jersey.

Health & Healthcare

The Gift of Caring for Aging Parents

May 2, 2022 3:15 PM ET

While those days were difficult, Rodrique said he was fortunate that his background in cardiovascular disease at Merck helped him to better understand his parents’ diagnoses and have informed conversations with their doctors.

Events, Media & Communications

New Virtual Field Trip Supported by the CVS Health Foundation, Discovery Education, and CATCH Global Foundation Empowers Anti-Vaping Heroes

May 2, 2022 2:50 PM ET

To help students learn to make healthy decisions for themselves and their community, Be Vape Free presents the new Be Vape Free Heroes Virtual Field Trip, premiering May 3rd at 1 PM ET.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

UNICEF and MAC Viva Glam Boost Efforts to Fight HIV/AIDS

May 2, 2022 1:30 PM ET

Strengthening a 19-year partnership with UNICEF, MAC Viva Glam is donating $1.5 million to the organization’s work that helps women and children.

Innovation & Technology

FedEx Plans to Test Autonomous Drone Cargo Delivery With Elroy Air

May 2, 2022 1:25 PM ET

FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. and the world’s largest express transportation company, is teaming up with CA Bay Area-based Elroy Air, the company building the first end-to-end autonomous vertical take-off and landing aerial cargo system.

Green Infrastructure

California on the Edge: How Climate Change and Climate Policy are Transforming Building Design in the Golden State

May 2, 2022 12:45 PM ET

In 1966, the state of California responded to unhealthy levels of air pollution in a half-dozen metro areas by enacting the first vehicle exhaust regulations in the U.S. That was only the beginning.

Education

Hands-on Agriculture Program Helps Trotwood Students Grow

May 2, 2022 12:30 PM ET

The Trotwood-Madison school district is implementing the GBM curriculum for Westbrooke fifth graders at no cost thanks to a grant partnership between GBM and Quest Diagnostics Foundation of New Jersey.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Albertsons Unveils ESG Framework, Sets New Sustainability Targets

May 2, 2022 12:30 PM ET

Albertsons announced on Wednesday a set of Environmental Social Governance (ESG) initiatives and unveiled new sustainability targets, including a carbon reduction goal.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

This Hidden Packaging Component Could Accelerate the Circular Economy

May 2, 2022 11:30 AM ET

Single-use plastics have a bad rap when it comes to sustainability, and for good reason.

Innovation & Technology

Cummins Announces Patent Record as It Celebrates World IP Day

May 2, 2022 11:30 AM ET

Global power leader Cummins Inc. received a record 564 global patents in 2021, as the company’s engineers, technologists and global Intellectual property (IP) team worked together to nearly double the 312 global patents recorded in 2020.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Carnival Corporation Again Named to Forbes List of Best Employers for Diversity

May 2, 2022 11:15 AM ET

Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL;NYSE: CUK), the world’s largest cruise company, announced it was named for the fourth consecutive year as one of the Best Employers for Diversity for 2022 by Forbes, a leading source of business news worldwide.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Yum China Shows Appreciation to Medical Workers on International Labor Day

May 2, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Sustainable Development Goals

KeyBank Details Carbon Commitments in 2021 ESG Report

May 2, 2022 11:00 AM ET

As part of our recent 2021 Environmental, Social, and Governance Report, KeyBank outlined several carbon commitments and progress toward them.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Supplier Bonnie Plants and The Home Depot Empower Gardeners to #DonateYourHarvest This Season

May 2, 2022 11:00 AM ET

When the U.S. first began experiencing limited stock and empty grocery shelves brought on by the pandemic, Bonnie Plants.