ESG News from Leading Brands

Keep up with the latest environmental, social and governance news from companies embracing the triple bottom line, shared via 3BL's distribution platform.

Diversity & Inclusion

Lori Shaffer Shares Insights on Inclusion as a Strategic Advantage in Supply Chain

Lori Shaffer, our vice president of global research and engineering, recently participated in a panel at the 2024 Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics Conference.

Innovation & Technology

Trane Technologies Calls for Greater Action, Collaboration To Transform Commercial Transport and the Cold Chain

Trane Technologies reinforced the essential need to decarbonize and transform the commercial transport industry and cold chain and called for quick action and greater collaboration to ensure the during the GCCA European Cold Chain Conference in Brussels.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Sysco Thanks Louisville Fire Department: $20,000 Donation, Firehouse Pantries Filled, Chef-Made Lunch for Firefighters

Sysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food products to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Hunger Isn’t Just About Food. It’s a Health Issue, Too.

Hunger is a health issue.

Diversity & Inclusion

New Vital Voices Global Fellowship – Social Entrepreneurship Pillar

The Vital Voices Global Fellowship will bring together women leaders from across sectors to build skills and capacity, foster a collaborative network, and exchange ideas.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

AB: Responsible Investing: Four Themes To Follow in 2024

From biodiversity and blended finance to a just transition and the cost of drugs, we preview the key ESG issues we’re targeting through research.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Monster Energy "Beat The Beast" Call of Duty Tournament Donates $100k to Charity

Monster Energy announced the recipient charities of its $100,000 'Beat The Beast' tournament. The Call of Duty competition, live-streamed on Twitch, brought together gaming enthusiasts and top-notch streamers for a charitable cause.

Events, Media & Communications

Delmarva Power Inspires Eastern Shore Students With Junior Achievement

We recently participated in Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore’s “Inspire” event, which drew over 4,000 8th-grade students across Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Jill of All Trades: Making Skilled Trades and Technologies a Viable Choice for Young Women

In support of this initiative, Enbridge has partnered with JOAT, donating $125,000 to facilitate the successful delivery of these events. At Enbridge, we strongly believe in a diverse workforce and providing opportunities to women and women-identifying individuals.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru and Make-A-Wish Create Joyous Memories for Families

Children’s greatest wishes are coming true in the Chicago suburbs. From family vacations to bedroom makeovers, Autobarn Subaru of Countryside and Make-A-Wish Illinois are helping to create irreplaceable experiences for critically ill children and their families.

Environment

TRUE Zero Waste Certification: Tapestry Hits Milestone in Efforts To Reduce Operational Waste

We are proud to announce the Coach (Re)Loved & Repair Workshop located in North Bergen, New Jersey has achieved Gold-level TRUE Zero Waste Certification.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

WEC Launches US$210,000 Grant Award Contest: Circularity Challenge / Concurso de la Circularidad To Promote Environmental Issues Focused on Plastics

The World Environment Center (WEC) seeks innovative projects to participate in its Circularity Challenge/ Concurso de la Circularidad, a competition to award US$210,000 to nine organizations engaged in public participation in environmental issues focused on plastics

Diversity & Inclusion

The Home Depot Announces 2024 Retool Your School Winners

The Home Depot awarded 42 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with nearly $3 million in grants for campus enhancements at the annual Retool Your School Awards Celebration.

Diversity & Inclusion

Importance of Mindset: Meet Marija Petrović

I currently live in Belgrade, Serbia, and I've been working at GoDaddy for more than four years now! I work as a Software Development Engineer, more specifically a Full-Stack Developer. I utilize various technologies dependent on the project, which is challenging and rewarding.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Build Stronger Communities With YWCA Metropolitan Chicago

At the heart of YWCA Metropolitan Chicago‘s mission is to eliminate racism, empower women, and advocate for peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Sharonda Glover, an integral figure in the organization’s marketing endeavors, amplifies this mission through storytelling.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

El WEC Lanza Un Concurso Para La Concesión De Subvenciones Por Valor De 210.000 Dólares: Circularity Challenge / Concurso de la Circularidad Para Promover Aspectos Ambientales Centrados En Los Plásticos

El Departamento de Estado de los Estados Unidos a través del World Environment Center (WEC) y su socio, el Centro de Agua y Medio Ambiente / Unidad de Producción Más Limpia de la Real Sociedad Científica de Jordania (RSS)

Diversity & Inclusion

The Habit Burger Grill Celebrates Autism Acceptance Month with Focus Comics Art Program and Free Meals for Heroes

April is Autism Acceptance Month, and we are proud to partner with Focus Comics for their month-long free military vehicle art program championing autistic kids.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Utah Community Action Program Expanding Workforce Development Initiatives Thanks to $300,000 Grant from KeyBank

Utah Community Action (UCA) has received a grant from KeyBank for $300,000 in support of the expansion of its workforce development program, which offers training and credentials to help low-income individuals increase wages, benefits, job retention and career opportunities.

Social Impact & Volunteering

A Shelter From Life’s Storms

The Regions Foundation, a nonprofit primarily funded by Regions Bank, provided a $10,000 grant to Our House last April to assist with shelter and childcare services for people impacted by the tornado.

Research, Reports & Publications

Navigating Data Gaps

In this episode, we welcome back to the show Alex Edmans, professor of finance at London Business School and author of May Contain Lies, to discuss data gaps, including ESG metrics, with co-host Andie Wood.

Environment

Preferred Fibers Are Better in Theory but How Do They Become Reality?

April is recognized as Earth Month, and as part of the celebrations, many events and announcements take place to emphasize the importance of collective action to address urgent environmental issues.

Sustainable Development Goals

New Report Launched – SDG Showcase

The UN Global Compact Network UK has launched the SDG Showcase as a tool for businesses to assess material SDG impacts and showcases good practice examples of the private sector working with a clear plan to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Sustainable Development Goals

Henkel Launches New Initiative To Collaborate With Suppliers on Climate Action

In order to bring the evaluation of its CO2 emissions in the upstream supply chain to the next level, Henkel has launched a comprehensive engagement program for its worldwide suppliers called “Climate Connect”.

Sustainable Development Goals

Whirlpool’s Sustainability Report: Partnering To Manage Waste

From factories, to technology centers, and global HQ, Whirlpool Corporation has made significant strides towards a greener future.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Florverde® Sustainable Flower Achieves SSCI Recognition

The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) is pleased to announce that Florverde® Sustainable Flowers (FSF) has successfully completed the SSCI Benchmarking process and achieved SSCI Recognition.

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