Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Celebrating Entergy Employees for Their Dedication to Our Communities

Apr 14, 2022 12:15 PM ET

In honor of National Volunteer Month we are shining a light on the selfless spirit of six employees who dedicate their time to give back in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Orleans and Texas.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Sustainability at Every Step Showcased in Rockwell Automation Remanufacturing Services Video

Apr 14, 2022 12:00 PM ET

A new video from Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) reviews how the company incorporates sustainability at every step of its global remanufacturing process.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Qualcomm and the Dariu Foundation Bring Educational Laptops With Cellular Connectivity to Rural Schools Across Vietnam

Apr 14, 2022 12:00 PM ET

Qualcomm Incorporated and The Dariu Foundation today announced their collaboration on the Vietnam Forward program, which aims to advance digital literacy and competencies in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) among youth.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Delivering for Good: Beyond Traditional Relief Supplies

Apr 14, 2022 11:20 AM ET

FedEx and the American Red Cross help people recover their essentials after a storm

Environment

Corporations Need To Speed Up Net-Zero Goals With Better Data and Collaboration, CEOs Agree

Apr 14, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Logitech CEO Bracken Darrell said that all corporations should be trying to incorporate carbon emissions data now, even if the results aren’t precise yet.

Research, Reports & Publications

Not Always Better: Big Company ESG

Apr 14, 2022 10:50 AM ET

CSRHub's Bahar Gidwani's research on the correlation between a company's revenue in relation to ESG ratings and sources.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Woman-Owned Supplier Edge Plastics Partners With The Home Depot on HDX Storage Products

Apr 14, 2022 10:30 AM ET

In the small industrial town of Mansfield, Ohio, a factory hums with activity 24/7.

Innovation & Technology

TCS, Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose, and PYXERA Global Unveil New Programming for Digital Empowers Initiative

Apr 14, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in partnership with Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP) and PYXERA Global, announced a new slate of programs and events for Digital Empowers.

Sustainable Development Goals

HP CIO Ellen Jackowski Explains Why ESG Is Essential to Corporate Sustainability

Apr 14, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Over the past couple of years, environmental, social and governance (ESG) and sustainability have become a critical part of the conversation surrounding corporate strategy.

Health & Healthcare

'We Take Care of Our BMS Family' - Bristol Myers Squibb Cancer Support Network

Apr 14, 2022 10:00 AM ET

In 2019, Mianna Burnett, manager, Business Operations, Bristol Myers Squibb, and her husband were rocketed into the most trying time in their lives — her husband was diagnosed with cancer.

Sustainable Development Goals

Planet United: Teaming up to Fast-Track Sustainability Efforts at United Rentals

Apr 14, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

WEBINAR: Reigniting Company Culture in a Hybrid Office Model Through Total Worker Health

Apr 14, 2022 9:35 AM ET

Join Antea Group for the upcoming webinar Reigniting Company Culture in a Hybrid Office Model through Total Worker Health on Thursday, April, 28 (2 pm EDT).

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

LG Recognized As Environmental Leader

Apr 14, 2022 9:15 AM ET

LG Electronics has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability™ World Index, which comprises global sustainability leaders as identified by S&P Global through the Corporate Sustainability Assessment.

Environment

Republic Services Cleans Up Plastics Recycling Myths for Earth Day

Apr 14, 2022 9:00 AM ET

To mark Earth Day, Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is sharing myth-busting plastics recycling tips to help consumers be better recyclers.

Responsible Production & Consumption

MilliporeSigma’s ZooMAb® Antibodies Earns First-Ever ACT Label From My Green Lab

Apr 14, 2022 9:00 AM ET

MilliporeSigma, the U.S. and Canada Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, announced that its ZooMAb® antibodies earned an ACT label from My Green Lab, a non-profit dedicated to creating a culture of sustainability in science.

Education

SC Johnson and 4th Family Team Up to Empower Youth in Underserved Communities by Leveraging the Power of STEM and Sports

Apr 14, 2022 8:00 AM ET

SC Johnson, the maker of household consumer brands including Windex®, OFF!® and method®, today announced a partnership with 4th Family, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering youth in underserved communities.

Research, Reports & Publications

Measuring Progress - Creating Impact

Apr 14, 2022 4:00 AM ET

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany has published its 2021 Sustainability Report. The report describes in detail how the company is moving towards and tracking its three sustainability goals.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Medtronic LABS and Partners Expand Healthcare Access in Kenya

Apr 13, 2022 6:30 PM ET

Medtronic LABS’ announced that their Empower Health program in Kenya is now expanding from six counties to the entire country of nearly 54 million people.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Whirlpool Corp. Designs 'Kaizen Power Pitch' Competitions to Share Best Practices at Plants Across the Globe Through Spirit of Competition

Apr 13, 2022 5:55 PM ET

Kaizen is a Japanese term that means “change for the better,” and it’s also the name given to projects at Whirlpool Corporation plants worldwide that are aimed at generating savings, eliminating waste, and improving efficiency, safety and quality.

Energy

Vistra's Brightside Solar Facility is Now Online

Apr 13, 2022 5:15 PM ET

Vistra today announced that its Brightside Solar Facility in Live Oak County, Texas, is online and generating electricity.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Timberland Brings Eco-Innovation to New Footwear for SS22

Apr 13, 2022 5:05 PM ET

In support of its vision for a greener future, Timberland pushes the boundaries of eco-innovative design in light, bright footwear styles for spring.

Energy

How Alibaba Cloud Data Centers Will Reach 100% Clean Energy By 2030

Apr 13, 2022 5:00 PM ET

Alibaba Cloud is on track to meet carbon reduction targets as it upgrades server-storing data centers around the world, according to a scientist on the project.

Research, Reports & Publications

CNH Industrial Publishes Its 2021 Sustainability Report

Apr 13, 2022 5:00 PM ET

CNH Industrial has published its 2021 Sustainability Report.

Health & Healthcare

Delos: How to Use ESSER Funds to Help Improve School Air Quality

Apr 13, 2022 3:55 PM ET

The Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund creates a valuable opportunity to help students and staff return to in-person learning.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Speaking of Sustainability: The Importance of Leading by Example

Apr 13, 2022 3:20 PM ET

In this latest installment of Speaking of Sustainability, Henry Yin, Insulation plant leader, talks about the importance of leading by example to better empower and build confidence in employees to speak up about safety.