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My Special Aflac Duck®

Health & Healthcare

Dan Amos, Aflac Incorporated CEO and Chairman: “I think it symbolizes all the things we are and want to continue to be, and that is to help kids and to try to make a difference in their lives.”

From the Fifth Third 2020 ESG Report: Materiality Assessment

Research, Reports & Publications

Sustainable financial performance & business strategy, inclusion & diversity, and business ethics & responsible banking are among Fifth Third Bank's highest priorities.

MARTINI® Asti Celebrates 150th Anniversary With Sustainability Milestone

Responsible Production & Consumption

After decades spent pioneering sustainable practices in the vineyards of northwest Italy, MARTINI, the world’s number one Italian sparkling wine and vermouth from family-owned Bacardi, is proud to announce that all its Asti grape suppliers are on track to being certified sustainable in 2021.

Using Hands-On STEM to Connect Students With the World

Education

Among the best ways for students to learn any new concept is to actively engage and get their hands on a subject. Students want to see how what they are learning connects to the world after school and how they can make a difference.

Delivering Long-Term Impact: Abbott's 2020 Sustainability Report

Research, Reports & Publications

Abbott stepped up to meet the world's 2020 needs while building a stronger, more resilient company for tomorrow.

Workiva Becomes First SaaS Company to Join the United Nations Global Compact CFO Taskforce

Sustainable Development Goals

Workiva Inc. today announced it has joined the UN Global Compact CFO Taskforce, committing to measure its progress toward the implementation of the CFO Principles on Integrated Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Investment and Finance.

Mini City: Providing the Homeless Access to Life Saving Identification

Innovation & Technology

Now that the Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge 2021 winners have been officially announced, we are excited for you to learn more about each winning team and the story behind each innovation.

Cummins Launches Initiative Targeting Global Water Crisis

Green Infrastructure

Almost 785 million people lack access to basic drinking water around the world. Global power leader Cummins’ new Water Works initiative is a sustainable, innovative and local solution aimed at bringing fresh water to some 20 million people.

Swire Pacific Commits to Net Zero Carbon Emissions, Water Neutrality and Zero Waste to Landfill by 2050

Research, Reports & Publications

Swire Pacific announced a refreshed and expanded sustainable development strategy, SwireTHRIVE 2.0, outlined in its 2020 Sustainable Development Report.

The Ferrero Group Continues to Make Progress on Its 2025 Packaging Commitment

Responsible Production & Consumption

The Ferrero Group is making further strides in its commitment to making 100% of packaging reusable, recyclable or compostable by 2025.

EarthX Marks Plastic Free July With Prizes and Programming

Environment

During this year’s Plastic Free July, EarthX will be sharing plastic waste trivia on EarthxTV and social media and will round out the month with special programming during its Plastic Free Week, July 19 to 25.

Boeing and SkyNRG Partner to Scale Sustainable Aviation Fuels Globally

Energy

Boeing (NYSE: BA), SkyNRG and SkyNRG Americas today announced a partnership focused on scaling the availability and use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) globally.

Plastic Free July

Environment

Invesco is encouraging our employees to take the pledge to eliminate single use plastics to protect wildlife and the planet. Plastic Free July is a global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution

DesignFWD Podcast Episode 04: Doing WELL by Place and People

Green Infrastructure

Welcome to DesignFWD, a podcast series presented by Mohawk Group, where we discuss innovations in design, performance, and sustainability that positively impact the built environment.

United First Officer, Carole Hopson, Honors Bessie Coleman With Goal of Enrolling 100 Black Women in Flight School

Diversity & Inclusion

On June 15, 1921, Bessie Coleman became the first Black and Native American woman to earn a pilot's license. She paved the way for female aviators everywhere including United First Officer Carole Hopson.

Allstate Reports Commitments to Inclusive Diversity & Equity, Climate Change Mitigation

Research, Reports & Publications

The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) has published its 19th Sustainability Report, highlighting progress in addressing climate change, improving Inclusive Diversity & Equity, enhancing organizational culture and keeping employees and customers safe during the pandemic.

Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council and Aramark Announce Cohort 4 of P.I.P.E. Program for Fall 2021

Diversity & Inclusion

The Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc. (ChicagoMSDC) and Aramark (NYSE: ARMK), the leading U.S.-based food service provider, are launching the fourth cohort of the P.I.P.E. Program

Standard Biocarbon Corporation and Germany's PYREG GmbH Sign Exclusivity and Distribution Agreement

Environment

CleanTech startup Standard Biocarbon Corporation (SBC), announced today an agreement with Germany’s Pyreg GmbH (Pyreg) for exclusive use regionally of their technology for processing biomass. SBC has two of Pyreg’s latest and largest plants on order and scheduled for commissioning in East Millinocket, ME in the first quarter of 2022.

Congressional Testimony: Financial Institutions' Role in Staving Off the Climate Crisis and Protecting Our Financial System

Environment

Climate change threatens the futures of our planet and our people, but its impacts are not limited to physical threats that are gathering momentum, including increasing temperatures, rising sea levels, and intensifying storm systems.

Third FedEx-Donated Humanitarian Charter Arrives in India

Health & Healthcare

A humanitarian charter flight donated by FedEx and filled with Direct Relief-provided medical aid arrived in India over the weekend — the third such flight to the country in six weeks in response to Covid-19.

Tokyo 2020: Sustainability Update Highlights Safety, Gender and Climate Change

Green Infrastructure

The postponement of the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 has required the organisers to refine the event, simplifying, adapting and doing everything possible to support the realisation of a society “where everybody can thrive”, an official Tokyo 2020 sustainability update says.

Clarivate: Setting the Course for Our Workplace of the Future

A cultural and organizational transformation has begun at Clarivate, where every decision and every opportunity is approached with the assumption and mindset that the solution will better connect us through technology.

Fuel Your Fundraising With Pro Bono

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Join Taproot Foundation for a free webinar on Wednesday, July 28 where they’ll show nonprofits how to harness the expertise of marketing strategy, graphic design, videography, and communications professionals who want to volunteer to help raise money for your cause.