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Truist Charitable Fund Names 17 New Grant Recipients

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) today announced the initial recipients of its Truist Community Catalyst Initiative, a three-year Community Reinvestment Act program supporting local efforts with statewide impact.

Veteran Affairs Selects T-Mobile As Primary Wireless Provider for the Caribbean Healthcare System

Innovation & Technology

The Veterans Affairs Caribbean Healthcare System in Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands selected T-Mobile as the primary wireless provider in a 10-year agreement.

U.S. Building Performance Standards in 2023 and Beyond

Research, Reports & Publications

In November 2022, CBRE Econometric Advisors (CBRE EA) published a report outlining how local and state government mandatory regulations are aimed at combating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the real estate sector.

Atlantic City Electric Celebrates Black History Month

Diversity & Inclusion

BlackHistoryMonth is a time for reflection, celebration, and education around the contributions made by so many Black leaders and visionaries.

National Grid Submits Final ‘Future Grid’ Plan To Empower Massachusetts’ Smarter, Stronger, Cleaner and More Equitable Energy Future

Energy

National Grid submitted its Electric Sector Modernization Plan – the Future Grid Plan -- to the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) outlining the critical investments needed in the local electric distribution system over the next five and ten years

Whirlpool Corporation Certified Top Employer Europe 2024 for the Seventh Time Running and Top Employer in Italy, France, Germany, Poland and the UK

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

With an outstanding score of 87.4%, Whirlpool EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) proudly announces its prestigious achievement as Top Employer Europe 2024 for the seventh consecutive year, being recognized in Italy, France, Germany, Poland and the United Kingdom.

Sustainable Apparel Coalition To Host Manufacturer Forum in Bangladesh

Environment

The Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) will host its first Manufacturer Forum of 2024 on March 6 in Dhaka, Bangladesh; the event will be held alongside the Sustainable Apparel Forum, which will be hosted by the Bangladesh Apparel Exchange on March 5.

Rockwell Automation Announces Direct Air Capture Carbon Removal Credit Agreement With 1PointFive

Energy

Rockwell Automation, Inc., the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, is pleased to announce an agreement with 1PointFive to purchase carbon dioxide removal credits from its Direct Air Capture facility under construction in Texas.

Boston Scientific: Meeting Disabilities With Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion

Boston Scientific aims to build a culture in which everyone has equal opportunities and can participate fully and meaningfully.

Leading by Example: Accelerating Sustainable Operations in Galway, Ireland

Environment

The manufacturing team for Thermo King in Galway, Ireland is leading the way toward Trane Technologies’ carbon neutral operations, innovating for the future, reducing environmental impact and contributing to a net-zero future.

O-I Advances Lighter Weight, Lower Carbon Wine Bottle in France

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

O-I Glass, Inc. has announced the launch of a lightweight glass wine bottle with reduced carbon impact in the French market, the latest proof point in O-I's pursuit of its approved SBTi target to reduce GHG emissions 25% by 2030.

AccountAbility E-Licensing Platform Is a Step Towards “Next Generation” Sustainability Assurance & Resources

Research, Reports & Publications

Accountability launches a revamped e-licensing platform for licensed assurance providers, incorporating additional checks on ethics, independence, quality, and ease-of-use features.

CNH Showcases Latest Sustainable Innovations at AGROmashEXPO

Events, Media & Communications

CNH brand New Holland, together with its partner AGROTEC Magyarország Kft recently participated in the biggest agricultural trade exhibition in Hungary, AGROmashEXPO.

United Rentals Launches New Estimated Emissions Dashboard

Sustainable Development Goals

To make the process of choosing cleaner-burning equipment more seamless, United Rentals is developing a tool that will suggest lower-emission alternatives for the equipment customers are currently renting and estimate the associated emissions savings.

Team Dow Volunteers at the Core of a Healthy Mangrove Forest in Thailand

Social Impact & Volunteering

For more than a decade, Dow Thailand volunteers have worked to protect the defenders of the coastline – mangrove trees. Just as the seedlings they’ve planted have taken root and grown, so has the impact of the team’s protection and restoration efforts.

Celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science at Henkel

Diversity & Inclusion

In celebration of International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Henkel is excited to announce the launch of the application period for its 2024 Martha Schwarzkopf Award for Women in Science.

Lenovo’s ‘Love on Month of Service’ – Unleashing Impact in EMEA

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

In the world of corporate philanthropy, actions speak louder than words. With our annual ‘Love on Month of Service’ (LMOS) initiative, Lenovo proves again and again that we are a true leader in social impact.

kate spade new york Launches Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) at Work Program

Health & Healthcare

kate spade new york is proud to join its partner, the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, in the launch of its new industry-specific training programs, Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) at Work.

Navigating the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD): A Comprehensive Overview

Environment

In 2025, companies must first report their sustainability data under the new obligations for the financial year of 2024. In this first wave, CSRD will apply to those large companies that were already subject to its predecessor, the NFRD.

Workplace Violence Prevention: What You Need To Know About CA Senate Bill No. 553

To combat workplace violence incidents in California, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill No. 553 (CA Labor Code § 6401.9), requiring every employer in the state to create and implement a workplace violence prevention plan by July 1, 2024.

Merck Is Inspiring Innovation Through Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion

A diverse and inclusive workforce inspires innovation and is fundamental to our company’s success.

IRS Pre-Registration Portal Open for IRA Elective Pay and Transferable Credits

Energy

On December 22, 2023, the IRS opened the pre-filing registration portal for credits to be claimed under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA).

Walgreens Partners With Colleges of Pharmacy To Advance the Pharmacy Profession

Health & Healthcare

Walgreens is expanding its long-standing relationships with colleges of pharmacy through the formation of the Walgreens Deans Advisory Council to enhance the pharmacy profession and better support pharmacists as they provide valuable care to their local communities.

amfori Applies for SSCI Benchmarking

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

The Consumer Goods Forum’s (CGF) Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) has received a benchmarking application from amfori Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI).

Employee Profile: Spotlighting Tech Professional and Community Servant Shermane Pressley

Shermane Pressley is committed to creating and maintaining a supportive environment where employees of all backgrounds can thrive. As he makes tremendous strides in his career, he bears in mind the power he holds to promote diversity and advance equity at CACI and beyond.