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Research, Reports & Publications | Hormel Foods Corporation

Hormel Foods Releases 17th Annual Global Impact Report

Hormel Foods Corporation announced the launch of its 17th annual Global Impact Report. The report contains information about the company’s progress toward its corporate responsibility and environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals in fiscal 2022.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Leaders in Action: Mtu Pugh Leads the Way in Community Impact

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Home Depot and Kidde Partner To Make a Difference During Fire Prevention Month

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Environment

Sofidel Sponsors First Beach Cleanup Event in Texas

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Research, Reports & Publications

Opportunities for North American Stakeholders To Shape the Future of GRI Standards

GRI in North America is excited to announce open opportunities for individuals in the region to contribute to the continued success of the world’s most widely used standards for sustainability reporting – the GRI Standards.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Engaging Employees and Communities in the Czech Republic

Erin Gallegos is no stranger to social impact. She supported English education in a rural village in Thailand as a Peace Corps Volunteer and then led part of an anti-corruption education project supported by the United Nations Development Program.

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Health & Healthcare

The Power of Prevention

Dr. Charles Owubah leads Action Against Hunger USA’s executive team in providing leadership and strategic direction.

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Innovation & Technology

STEYR® Brings Hybrid Technology Closer to Production

STEYR® Traktoren, a brand of CNH Industrial, demonstrated its intent to bring Konzept technologies to market by unveiling the Hybrid Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) tractor at a recent press event in Austria in September.

Events, Media & Communications

Webinar: Adapting to New ESG Disclosure Requirements

With COP 28 around the corner, and following the publication of the first set of standards from the International Sustainability Standards Board and the final European Sustainability Reporting Standards, the focus on ESG has intensified.

Environment

A Q&A With Friends of RGV Reef Conservation Leader Gary Glick

As part of a longstanding partnership, Enbridge is helping a conservation organization and research team explore artificial reefs’ potential to sequester carbon.

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Research, Reports & Publications

MetLife 2022 Sustainability Report: MetLife Foundation

MetLife Foundation helps connect MetLife colleagues with nonprofits and opportunities to make a difference

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Diversity & Inclusion

Hispanic/Latin Heritage Month Spotlight: Meet David P. - Manager, Global Operations

National Hispanic/Latin Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15, is dedicated to showcasing the brilliant Hispanic/Latin culture. These grand celebrations include art exhibitions, music performances, parades, street fairs and more!

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Going Above and Beyond To Deliver for Maui

FedEx supports multiple nonprofits, including the American Red Cross, Direct Relief, Heart to Heart International, The Salvation Army, Team Rubicon, and World Central Kitchen, that work to help communities recover from natural disasters.

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Environment

A Closer Look: Teaming Up To Reduce GHG Emissions

Engaging with key stakeholders on the development of a robust GHG emissions accounting framework for land use is foundational to our commitment to reduce operational and value chain GHG emissions.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Serving a Purpose

These stories were sourced from associates who chose to share their answers to the question “Do you have a story about a community group that Regions supports that made a difference in your life?” A big thank you to the associates who shared their experiences.

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Diversity & Inclusion

LA Kings and 24 Degrees of Color Join Al Montoya to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month With Hispanic and Latinx Youth Hockey Players

Today, less than 8 percent of hockey players in the U.S. identify as Hispanic or Latinx.

Energy

IBM Sustainability Accelerator Announces Formation of UN Energy Compact

IBM has joined the UN Energy Compact through the IBM Sustainability Accelerator Clean Energy cohort.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Nonprofit Leadership Spotlight: Sherri Farris, YWCA Evanston North Shore

Sherri Farris has emerged as a beacon of innovation and leadership as the Impact and Data Strategy Director at YWCA Evanston/North Shore, adept at spearheading transformative initiatives for bettering communities, families, and children.

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Health & Healthcare

Working Together To Create a Healthier World, One Life at a Time

Quest’s Purpose—Working together to create a healthier world, one life at a time—is our North Star, underpinned by our Strategy (how we grow) and our Culture (how we work).

Health & Healthcare

Beloved Hispanic Celebrity and Breast Cancer Survivor Adamari Lopez Joins Aflac for “Remission With a Mission” Campaign

Aflac, a leading provider of supplemental health insurance in the U.S.,1 is unveiling a new initiative with writer, mom, actress, former Telemundo host and breast cancer survivor Adamari Lopez for their "Remission with a Mission" campaign.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Black & Veatch Chairman, CEO Mario Azar Named to United Way of Greater Kansas City’s Board

Black & Veatch Chairman and CEO Mario Azar has been named to United Way of Greater Kansas City’s governing board of trustees. Azar’s appointment furthers the longstanding collaboration with United Way by Black & Veatch, which in recent decades has contributed more than $28 mill

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Small Businesses, Big Impact: Lenovo and Carolina Panthers Join Forces for 3rd Year of Empowering the Carolinas

At Lenovo, we believe smarter technology is the key to unlocking new possibilities, and entrepreneurs are no different. For that reason, Lenovo partnered with the Carolina Panthers to create the Empowering the Carolinas program as part of our Evolve Small initiative.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Direct Relief and the Baxter International Foundation Announce the 2023 Transformative Innovation Awards in Community Health

Humanitarian organization Direct Relief and the Baxter International Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), today announced the winners of the 2023 Transformative Innovation Awards in Community Health.

Energy

Hormel Foods, Jennie-O Turkey Store Celebrate Completion of Latest Community Solar Project

Hormel Foods Corporation celebrated the completion of an 8-acre solar field during a ribbon-cutting event Tuesday, Sept. 26 at its Jennie-O plant location in Montevideo, Minn.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Tetra Pak Sustainability Report FY22: Driving Circular Solutions

We believe that a circular economy should consider not just recycling and reuse, but also the nature and climate impacts of raw materials and manufacturing.

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Green Infrastructure

Solving the Wind Industry’s Waste Problem

Wind power is an increasingly important part of the energy mix as the world works to counter the climate crisis. But with first-generation wind turbines reaching end-of-life, questions loom over how to properly handle the waste they create.

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Education

Sesame Workshop Launches New Resources To Help Children and Families Learn Financial Literacy Skills With Support From PNC Foundation

Sesame Workshop, the global impact nonprofit behind Sesame Street, today released new resources to help young children learn the basic concepts that serve as a foundation for financial education.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Covia Is Digitizing Innovation To Unlock Potential

We believe our investments in technology are crucial for unlocking the full potential of our pipeline. This includes the software we rely on when developing our products and solutions.

Responsible Production & Consumption

The Home Depot Wins 2023 Safer Choice Partner of the Year

The Home Depot was named 2023 Safer Choice Partner of the Year for outstanding achievement and contributions to the Safer Choice program. The company proudly chooses products with ingredients that are safer for families, pets, workers, communities and the environment.

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