ESG News from Leading Brands

Education

Fifth Third Empowers Next Generation With Financial Literacy Solutions

Nov 19, 2024 9:50 AM ET

Extending its longstanding commitment to financial literacy, the Fifth Third Foundation is proud to support the development of a new tool that aims to make personal finance more accessible to young adults.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Our Culture: Enhancing Governance and Ensuring Ethical Conduct & Continuous Improvement

Nov 19, 2024 9:30 AM ET

As the world evolves, we adapt with it and strengthen our governance and resilience in structures and processes to best manage and mitigate global risks. We do this while reinforcing a culture of ethics as the foundation for a sustainable business.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Billboards to Bags: Bonds and Bugskin Partner to Upcycle Campaign Materials

Nov 19, 2024 9:30 AM ET

An Australian staple since 1915, chances are there’s only one degree of separation between Aussies when it comes to wearing Bonds. “As Worn By Us,” their national campaign unveiled in April 2024, illustrates how Bonds products can be found in almost every Australian’s underwear.

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet Lesly Luque: Women in Tech Giving Back

Nov 19, 2024 9:25 AM ET

Innovation & Technology

Replate’s AI-Driven Technology Is Helping Eliminate Global Food Waste

Nov 19, 2024 9:20 AM ET

One in eight people don’t know where their next meal is coming from. Yet the United States wastes between 30 to 40 percent of its entire food supply.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

BLACK+DECKER Reviva™ — Overcoming Technical Challenges in Designing for Circularity

Nov 19, 2024 9:00 AM ET

Developing a new product line from scratch is no easy feat in a normal environment. Add in a global pandemic, new materials, new colors, no ability to travel, and it’s a recipe for disaster. So how did BLACK+DECKER, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, pull it off?

Health & Healthcare

Boehringer’s Focus on Health Equity Drives Significant Upgrade in Access to Medicine Index Ranking

Nov 19, 2024 9:00 AM ET

Boehringer Ingelheim has climbed to 8th place in the 2024 Access to Medicine Index, up from 13th in 2022. This leap reflects their strategic focus on Health Equity, enhancing global healthcare access and contributing to the UN SDGs.

Research, Reports & Publications

Global Sustainability Survey: Companies Report Progress While Public Demands Faster Action

Nov 19, 2024 9:00 AM ET

Veolia North America, a leading provider of environmental services in the U.S. and Canada, has released its second annual Triple Net Zero Industry Progress Report.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Henkel Recognized as One of Canada’s Top 100 Employers

Nov 19, 2024 9:00 AM ET

Henkel was named as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2025!

Events, Media & Communications

Gilead Helps Pen a Children’s Book for Families Facing Breast Cancer

Nov 19, 2024 8:50 AM ET

Lauren Huffmaster received a late-stage metastatic breast cancer (mBC) diagnosis in 2015 and soon discovered there wasn’t a lot information to help explain to her young children what she was going through.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Mutually Beneficial Partnerships Drive Georgia-Pacific's Social Stewardship Initiatives: The Green Bay Metro Fire Department

Nov 19, 2024 8:45 AM ET

Georgia-Pacific creates stronger communities by supporting first responders in the communities where our employees live and work.

Innovation & Technology

Legacy Technology Unlikely To Impede the Quest for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Gains, Finds New Global Study

Nov 19, 2024 8:30 AM ET

Eaton’s Brightlayer software makes it easier for businesses to embrace digitalization and drive operational value by leveraging intelligent, actionable insights from their data.

Environment

ScottsMiracle-Gro: Rising Temperatures, Greener Spaces

Nov 19, 2024 8:20 AM ET

Whether turfgrass, native plants or trees, green spaces are essential to the environment. According to Lawn Institute, they play a vital role in providing recreation, relaxation, and social interaction, helping to foster a sense of community and wellbeing.

Research, Reports & Publications

Bacardi Unveils 2025 Cocktail Trends Report: Redefining Cocktail Culture

Nov 19, 2024 8:00 AM ET

The 2025 Bacardi Cocktail Trends Report: The spirits industry is poised for a transformative future, driven by a blend of optimism and purpose. As brands evolve to align with the values of next-gen consumers, 2025 will see a push for inclusivity, particularly in distilling.

Energy

Ohio Businesses Urge Senate Support for Energy Efficiency Bill to Restore Jobs and Savings in State

Nov 18, 2024 4:35 PM ET

Major businesses with operations in Ohio today urged members of the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee to support HB 79, legislation that will reinstate energy efficiency programs that will restore clean energy jobs and generate utility savings

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Regions Wins Top Honors at Corporate Governance Awards

Nov 18, 2024 4:30 PM ET

Awards season has officially kicked off and red carpets are being rolled out. And not just for the made-for-TV ceremonies you may be familiar with.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Texan by Nature Names Top 20 Companies for Conservation in Texas

Nov 18, 2024 3:45 PM ET

Texan by Nature (TxN), a conservation nonprofit, has recognized Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) as one of only two businesses from the energy sector on its 2024 TxN 20.

Research, Reports & Publications

Leading With Love: The Clorox Company Foundation Publishes Annual Report

Nov 18, 2024 1:35 PM ET

As I reflect on another year of delivering meaningful impact in our communities, our work has hewed closely to our mission and The Clorox Company’s purpose — we champion people to be well and thrive, every single day — always leading with love.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Community Routes: Access to Mental Health Care

Nov 18, 2024 1:25 PM ET

Teva Pharmaceuticals is proud to share that our Community Routes: Access to Mental Health Care U.S. access program, in partnership with Direct Relief and NAFC, has been recognized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation 25th annual Citizens Award.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Packaging Waste and the Need for Sustainable Improvement

Nov 18, 2024 1:15 PM ET

In the last century alone, material changes to the average standard of living have dramatically improved human health and well-being worldwide.

Environment

The National Park Foundation and Subaru of America Celebrate Waste Reduction Efforts in National Parks

Nov 18, 2024 12:35 PM ET

The National Park Foundation (NPF) and Subaru of America are celebrating 11 years of partnership and nearly a decade of collaboration to address waste reduction and support public awareness efforts in national parks through the Don’t Feed the Landfills initiative.

Environment

Understanding the EU’s CBAM: Reporting Requirements, Compliance Strategies, and ESG Impacts

Nov 18, 2024 11:30 AM ET

With the implementation of the CBAM, companies importing goods into the European Union are facing a significant shift in the regulatory landscape.

Environment

For the Sea and Skye: A Mother’s Plea to End Plastic Pollution

Nov 18, 2024 11:10 AM ET

I can’t help but think about the world my daughter Skye and her generation will inherit. From the moment I first held her in my arms, I instantly knew two things to be true: I will never be able to fully shield her from the world, but heck if I’m not going to try anyway.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

From Talk to Action: Paving the Way for a Circular Economy in the Consumer Goods and Retail Industry

Nov 18, 2024 10:15 AM ET

In a world confronted with the urgent realities of finite resources and environmental impact, the need to transition from a linear to a circular economy is more pressing than ever.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Venture Capital Investing in Regenerative Agriculture

Nov 18, 2024 10:00 AM ET

Trailhead Capital is a Denver, CO based venture capital firm investing in the regenerative future of food and agriculture through its $50M Regeneration Fund I LP, which has made 27 investments since launching in April of 2021.