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.

Social Impact & Volunteering

MilliporeSigma Employees Volunteer More Than 21,800 Hours in 2023

SPARK™, the large-scale employee volunteer program that unites employees of MilliporeSigma, the U.S. and Canada Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, in skills-based and non-skills-based programming had a busy year in 2023 impacting more than 82,000 students.

Research, Reports & Publications

Building a Better Future: Bristol Myers Squibb 2023 ESG Report

Since 1887, BMS has enabled positive change for patients around the world, and I am honored to continue this legacy as Board Chair and CEO. Our obligation to advance this legacy is profound.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

KeyBank Illuminates Accessible and Affordable Pathways to Homeownership

As part of its commitment to helping clients on their individual financial journeys, KeyBank continues to offer resources and education for those seeking to achieve the dream of homeownership.

Energy

Advancing the Future of Energy With Person County, NC

To keep jobs and investment in an area that depends on it, Duke Energy has proposed two new hydrogen-capable natural gas units at the Roxboro site, which would become the Person County Energy Complex.

Sustainable Development Goals

O-I Makes Further Inroads Towards Decarbonization

In another stride toward innovating a path to a more sustainable future, O-I Glass is set to significantly reduce its CO2 emissions in the UK, particularly in Ireland, by implementing a new decarbonization initiative targeting transportation emissions.

Research, Reports & Publications

New Report: EPA’s Effective Track Record Forecasting Technological Progress Allows for Stronger Air Pollution Policies

Despite regularly facing skepticism, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has a strong track record of forecasting technological progress that allows for stronger air pollution policies, according to a new analysis.

Energy

Ceres Applauds Proposal for Regional Energy Market in the West

Ceres welcomes the recommendations issued today by the West-Wide Governance Pathways Initiative in pursuit of a regional wholesale electricity market.

Events, Media & Communications

New White Paper Explores Corporate Efforts To Protect Reptiles and Amphibians

WHC (Wildlife Habitat Council) offers a new white paper available for download today, Enhancing Habitats for Reptiles and Amphibians | Corporate Conservation Efforts to Protect Herptiles.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Building a Prosperous Planet for Generations To Come

At Expedia Group, we believe travel is a force for good. According to UN Tourism, international tourism is on track to recover to close to 90% of pre-pandemic levels. It is now more important than ever to reaffirm our commitment to supporting climate action.

Events, Media & Communications

IWBI Celebrates New Organizations Joining Works With WELL and Membership Program

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) is pleased to announce new organizations that have joined its membership program, many through the Works with WELL network.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Recycling and Beyond Part 2

Mechanical recycling has existed for decades, but capacity isn’t keeping up with demand.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

FedEx Cares Purple Totes Grant Contest Winners

In case you missed it, six nonprofits are receiving $5,000 each through the FedEx Cares Purple Totes Grant Contest.

Environment

The Washington Post Highlights Arbor Day Foundation’s Tree Planting Methodology in New Article

The Washington Post highlighted the Arbor Day Foundation's approach to tree planting in cities and neighborhoods.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whirlpool: Committed to Preserving and Restoring Ecosystems

As a global company, Whirlpool Corporation has operations in many types of ecosystems around the world, and we are committed to helping protect these life-sustaining resources to enable a thriving future for our communities.

Energy

Delmarva Power Customers Experienced Company’s Most Reliable Service, Thanks to Electric Grid Performance and Resiliency Enhancements

Delmarva Power’s efforts to reinforce the local energy grid, add new technology and smart devices and targeted projects to increase resiliency against more frequent and impactful weather events, resulted in customers experiencing the lowest frequency of electric outages.

Research, Reports & Publications

Del Monte Foods Shares Progress Toward Company Purpose of Growing a Healthier and More Hopeful Tomorrow in 2023 ESG Report

Today, in celebration of Earth Month, Del Monte Foods, Inc. published its fiscal year 2023 Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Report, highlighting the company’s commitment to being Growers of Good and demonstrating progress against the company’s ESG goals.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bridging the Gap Between Donations and Meaningful Connections

While we live in an age of hyper-connectivity, it often feels like people are more detached from their local communities than ever before.

Energy

Arrow Electronics Supports Texas Wind Farm Refurbishment Project

Arrow Electronics has joined eight companies supporting the refurbishment of a Texas wind farm that was in danger of being decommissioned.

Diversity & Inclusion

Gaining Invaluable Skills: Meet Aleksandar Stančov

Hello! I’m Aleksandar Stančov and I am a Software Development Engineer I (SDE), here at GoDaddy. My journey began with a passion for problem-solving through math competitions during my elementary school years. This love for tackling challenges seamlessly transitioned into program

Diversity & Inclusion

Maximus 2023 Sustainability Report: DiverseABILITY at Maximus

At Maximus, we strive to create an environment that not only values and appreciates each employee but also actively fosters their growth and potential.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Matt Damon and WaterEquity Are Investing in the Future of Water and Sanitation

Access to safe water and sanitation is a fundamental human right under binding international law. Yet today, a global water crisis still persists.

Research, Reports & Publications

ESG in Earnings: Managing Risks and Unlocking Opportunities

Nasdaq ESG Solutions analyzed the transcripts of constituents in the Russell 3000 and MSCI USA ESG Leaders to track the evolution of how companies address non-financial, material ESG topics.

Events, Media & Communications

Subaru of America’s Annual Share the Love Event Reaches $288 Million in Charitable Donations

Subaru of America, Inc. today announced that the 2023 Subaru Share the Love® Event surpassed its goal, reaching a total of $288 million in donations over the past sixteen years of the event.

Diversity & Inclusion

Powering Success: Explore How NRG’s Unique Company Culture Drives Innovation

Culture in Focus is a series illuminating NRG’s unique workplace culture via our greatest asset: our people. The shared attitudes, values, and behaviors that permeate our everyday work environment are a source of tremendous pride, and they underscore how we meaningfully serve.

Environment

Carnival Corporation Announces Significant Sustainability Achievements

Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world’s largest cruise company, today released its 14th annual sustainability report detailing meaningful progress in its six sustainability focus areas.

Latest Campaigns

  1. AEG's Commitment to Sustainable Operations
    AEG's sustainability initiative, AEG 1EARTH, is designed to reduce our consumption of the planet’s limited resources. Through our comprehensive...
  2. M·A·C VIVA GLAM
    M·A·C Cosmetics’ charitable campaign, VIVA GLAM, has raised over $500 million USD since its inception in 1994, exclusively through the sale of M·A·C...
  3. P&G | Community Impact
    Amidst a global pandemic, multiple natural disasters, a growing need for life’s daily necessities and with clean drinking water unavailable for so...
  4. People: We Unlock Opportunity
    We are stepping up our investment in Yum!’s new social purpose to unlock opportunity in our people and communities, while championing equity...
  5. People: We Unlock Opportunity
    We are stepping up our investment in Yum!’s new social purpose to unlock opportunity in our people and communities, while championing equity...
  6. Distributed Infrastructure
    We know distributed infrastructureThe changing energy landscape and rising pressures to integrate sustainable technologies are prodding businesses to...
  7. Purpose 360 Podcast
    Purpose 360 Podcast is a masterclass in unlocking the potential of social purpose to ignite business and social impact. Hosted by Carol Cone, CEO of...
  8. KeyBank: Responsible Banking
    Everyone’s financial journey is different. We make intentional efforts to meet the individual needs of clients and communities through a diverse range...
  9. Kingfisher Around the World
    The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...
  10. Greener Products and Solutions
    We actively integrate sustainability into the product development process and look at all phases of the product life cycle for opportunities to...
  11. Environmental Sustainability
    Cisco is working not only for a more inclusive future, but a more environmentally sustainable one as well. Environmental issues like climate change...
  12. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  13. Planet: We Grow Sustainably
    We remain committed to growing sustainably and being good stewards to the environment. We are using our scale to minimize the environmental impact...
  14. Operate Sustainably
    We are aiming to operate sustainably by improving our supply chain and operations to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, living our commitment to...
  15. AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism
    AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...