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What It Takes To Build Workplaces That Are More Inclusive for LGBTQ People

Diversity & Inclusion

How can people be at their best in their careers if they work in an environment in which they don’t feel safe fully revealing who they are?

Smoke on the Green: A Pitmaster Takes Her Shot

Diversity & Inclusion

When Amanda Kinsey-Joplin’s son Jaquavious was picked for a once-in-a-lifetime school trip to China in 2015, the Atlanta mother of five tried to raise the $8,000 cost with crowdfunding. But when she raised just $25, she was left in tears.

Inside INdiana Business Features Land Betterment's ekō Solutions

Innovation & Technology

Inside INdiana Business features ekō Solutions’ acquisition of CSI which will ensure a controlled manufacturing supply chain to meet industrialized customer demand

California’s New Clean Car Standards Will Accelerate Zero-Emission Vehicle Market Development Across States

Environment

Ceres joins major companies and employers in California to celebrate the adoption of the Advanced Clean Cars II rule, which will build upon the state’s history of leadership

Mission To Save Mount Diablo Inspires 10,000 Trees Project

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Since 2010, Marathon has given more than $200,000 to support Save Mount Diablo’s work in California. One of the grants for $20,000 paid for one year of tree planting.

Hybrid Drivetrain Konzept Wins Second Red Dot Design Award of 2022 for STEYR

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

STEYR, a regional agricultural brand of CNH Industrial, has been awarded the 2022 Red Dot Design Award in the Design Concept category for its Hybrid Drivetrain Konzept

What Are the Business Risks Associated With Transitioning to a Low-Carbon Economy?

Energy

The biggest risk a company can run is sticking to the status quo when it comes to sustainability. But making a commitment to low-carbon practices also carries challenges. By knowing them, you can mitigate them.

Brightening Our Corner Newsletter - August 2022

Environment

Ray C. Anderson Foundation's Newsletter: Stories from key funding initiatives, including The Ray, Drawdown Georgia, the Ray C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business and Drawdown Georgia.

Barcelona 1992: A City Turning Towards the Sea and Winning the Hearts of the World

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Thirty years ago, the Olympic Games Barcelona 1992 stunned the world with a magnificent Opening Ceremony and unforgettable sporting performances. But the impact of the Games went far beyond creating lasting memories for fans around the world.

Cadence and Industry Leaders Collaborate to Create SoC Tapeout Classes for Universities

Education

In light of the CHIPS Act, Cadence and other industry-leading companies are collaborating with The Western Design Center, Inc. to create System-on-Chip (SoC) design and tapeout classes for colleges and universities.

Chemours Creates a Better World Through the Power of Chemistry

The future of Chemours starts with a portfolio of sustainable offerings that are critical to solving some of the world’s most pressing problems.

Improving the Financial Strength of Black Small Business Owners

Diversity & Inclusion

As we celebrate Black Business Month, we recognize the important role black-owned businesses play in supporting the U.S. economy.

BIER Member Spotlight: Paul Bruijn

Environment

Welcome to our series aimed at spotlighting the individual leaders within BIER member companies and stakeholder organizations. Meet Paul Bruijn, Global Lead Sustainable Production, Heineken.

Introducing a New Whole Planet Foundation Microfinance Partner: J-Palm Liberia

The Whole Planet Foundation and J-Palm project officially launched at end September 2021. To date, J-Palm has already installed 70 mini-mills in 24 villages, of the targeted 90 mini-mills. J-Palm is now a Whole Planet microfinance partner.

United Rentals Launches Total Control Emissions Tracking To Help Customers Advance Sustainability Strategies

Innovation & Technology

United Rentals, Inc. announced a new data-driven solution in its cloud-based Total Control® fleet management platform that helps to provide information customers can use as part of their programs to monitor and manage their environmental impact.

Yum! Brands Unlocks Opportunity in its People and Communities

From support centers to restaurants, we’ve been fostering our people-first culture across the world for 25 years. In the latest Recipe for Good Report you’ll find ways we're promoting equity, inclusion and belonging in communities we operate.

A Bright Idea for Promoting STEM Education: Bring It Into Community Spaces

Education

A new education center in Stamford, Connecticut, is connecting the community to nature and teaching applied science to promote sustainability and inspire the next generation of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) professionals.

In Conversation: A Director's View on ESG

Sustainable Development Goals

ESG is an important part of American’s long-term strategy. We don’t look at ESG and other strategic priorities as either/or decisions. The health of people and planet are not separate from the financial health of our company.

Considering Plant-Based Pet Food Manufacturing? Keep These Three Factors Top of Mind

Responsible Production & Consumption

Environmentally conscious, health-focused, flexitarian pet owners are looking for products that reflect their values.

Social Impact Heroes: Why & How Balaji Ganapathy of Tata Consultancy Services Is Helping To Change Our World

Social Impact & Volunteering

Balaji Ganapathy serves as the Chief Social Responsibility Officer and Global Head of Corporate Social Responsibility for Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a Global Top 3 information technology leader.

ESG Talk Podcast: Finding Your ESG Superpower Ft. Si-Yeon Kim

Green Infrastructure

Join the conversation with Si-Yeon Kim, former EVP, Chief Risk & Compliance Officer, and Executive Chair of ESG at American Express Global Business Travel (2014 to 2022), as she and host Mandi McReynolds discuss finding your ESG superpower.

Truist Commits $1.45 Million to Junior Achievement of Greater Washington in Support of Financial Literacy

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC), together with Truist Foundation and Truist Charitable Fund, recently announced a $1.45 million commitment to Junior Achievement of Greater Washington (JAGW).

Shaking Things Up in Cincy With American Rocktails | Icons of Cincinnati

Diversity & Inclusion

After working together at a fast-paced bar creating cocktails inspired by musicians, MayaLou Banatwala and Kristen Kreft realized they could turn their passion into a business. Meet the badass women behind American Rocktails as they reveal the magic behind launching an original business in Cincy. Brought to you by GoDaddy.

The Top 10 Big Pharmas for Their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Efforts in 2022

Diversity & Inclusion

Pharma’s reputation may have soared amid the pandemic, but that came with a brighter spotlight on diversity, equity and inclusion issues. In recent years, pharma has been trying to incorporate DEI more deeply into its corporate psyche.

Can I Recycle This? Prevent Wishcycling by Knowing What Is and Isn't Recyclable

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

You make recycling possible. Without consumer participation, recycling programs can’t function. If you already recycle, you’re playing a critical role in reducing waste in your area.