ESG News from Leading Brands

Keep up with the latest environmental, social and governance news from companies embracing the triple bottom line, shared via 3BL's distribution platform.

Forestland

Environment | U.S. Soy

Preservation of Forestland and Natural Resources With U.S. Soy

U.S. Soy farmers are committed not only to producing food, feed and energy to support a healthy society, but also to preserving the planet for future generations. Sustainability is part of the U.S. Soy legacy.
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Research, Reports & Publications

Revision of GRI Economic Impact Standards Will Enable Comprehensive Reporting on Organizational Impacts

Last year, the Global Sustainability Standards Board (GSSB) - the independent body responsible for setting the GRI Standards - announced a new project to revise economic-related impact disclosures.

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Environment

AEG Sustainability Hosts Third Annual Sustainability Insights Panel “Embracing Leadership & Inspiring Action in Entertainment”

On April 10, AEG Sustainability hosted its Third Annual Sustainability Insights panel for employees, “Embracing Leadership & Inspiring Action in Entertainment,” which highlighted the intersectional challenges, trends and opportunities shaping the sustainability landscape.

Research, Reports & Publications

IBM Releases 2023 IBM Impact Report

IBM announced the release of its 2023 IBM Impact report. The report summarizes the company’s ESG initiatives, partnerships and investments in 2023, making a lasting positive impact.

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Responsible Production & Consumption

Walmart, Albertsons Among 1st To Sign Tuna Transparency Pledge

“Albertsons Cos. is committed to providing our customers with high-quality and traceable seafood from environmentally and socially responsible sources,” said Anthony Snow, seafood director at Albertsons. “We are proud to partner with The Nature Conservancy..."

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Energy for a Better Future: Entergy’s Corporate Citizenship Impact

Entergy’s performance report integrates a comprehensive overview of our 2023 achievements, including financial results with economic, environmental, governance, and social performance and impacts.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Embracing the Inclusive Core Value With Motorola Solutions

At Motorola Solutions, inclusion is deeply ingrained in our identity as a company. Our commitment to solving for safer starts from within, with our dedication to creating an inclusive workplace where every voice is valued.

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Health & Healthcare

Covia's Commitment to Hand Safety: A Workplace Priority

At Covia, prioritizing Safety First is a fundamental principle. We implement various measures to ensure that Safety and Health (S&H) are consistently at the forefront for our Team Members, contractors, vendors, suppliers, and customers.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

El World Environment Center y sus socios buscan organizaciones innovadoras y sin fines de lucro para concursar en el “Empower Innovation Challenge” (EIC)

Representantes del Departamento de Estado de los Estados Unidos a través del World Environment Center (WEC) y sus socios: el Núcleo de Biotecnología de Curauma (NBC).

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

The World Environment Center and Its Partners Call Innovative Organizations To Participate in the Final Empower Innovation Challenge.

The World Environment Center (WEC), and its partners, the Núcleo de Biotecnología de Curauma (NBC) and Baastel, launched the third and final competition of the "Empower Innovation Challenge" (EIC) in April, 2024.

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Research, Reports & Publications

New Results: Microbusinesses Drive Job Creation, Reduce Unemployment

Since 2020, GoDaddy Venture Forward findings have consistently proven that microbusiness entrepreneurship makes an outsized impact on the economy, promoting job creation, boosting annual household median income growth and driving down unemployment.

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Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

3M Invests in Hydrogen Electrolyzer Manufacturer EVOLOH

3M has invested in EVOLOH, a cleantech company that's working to scale up manufacturing of its electrolyzers to make green hydrogen affordable and efficient.

Electrolyzers work by using electricity to separate the atoms in water.

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Eastman’s ‘Project Balanced’ Digital Innovation Wins CIO 100 Award

Eastman’s “Project Balanced” digital innovation has earned the company a spot on the list of 2024 CIO 100 award winners.

Research, Reports & Publications

Lack of Capital Isn’t the Problem in Meeting Net-Zero Bill

Climate change won’t be a cheap problem to solve, with the race to net-zero emissions needing $4.8 trillion to be spent every year between now and 2030 on clean energy technologies.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

College Job Leads to Unplanned and Successful Career in Loan Administration

Suzanne Rathbun was majoring in criminal justice and forensic science with a long-term plan of going to law school and becoming a prosecutor when the 2007-2008 financial crisis changed everything.

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Health & Healthcare

Tork – The Paper Towel Plea

Almost 1 in 3 Americans face barriers when it comes to washing their hands.* Discover how removing these barriers can make your restrooms more hygienic and inclusive.

Research, Reports & Publications

Qualcomm’s 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report: Africa Innovation Platform

This past year we launched the Africa Innovation Platform, a suite of mentorship, education and training programs created to support the development of Africa’s emerging technology ecosystem.

Research, Reports & Publications

Building a Better Future: Bristol Myers Squibb 2023 ESG Report

Since 1887, BMS has enabled positive change for patients around the world, and I am honored to continue this legacy as Board Chair and CEO. Our obligation to advance this legacy is profound.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

KeyBank Illuminates Accessible and Affordable Pathways to Homeownership

As part of its commitment to helping clients on their individual financial journeys, KeyBank continues to offer resources and education for those seeking to achieve the dream of homeownership.

The life science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany operates as MilliporeSigma in the U.S. and Canada

Social Impact & Volunteering

MilliporeSigma Employees Volunteer More Than 21,800 Hours in 2023

SPARK™, the large-scale employee volunteer program that unites employees of MilliporeSigma, the U.S. and Canada Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, in skills-based and non-skills-based programming had a busy year in 2023 impacting more than 82,000 students.

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Energy

Advancing the Future of Energy With Person County, NC

To keep jobs and investment in an area that depends on it, Duke Energy has proposed two new hydrogen-capable natural gas units at the Roxboro site, which would become the Person County Energy Complex.

Sustainable Development Goals

O-I Makes Further Inroads Towards Decarbonization

In another stride toward innovating a path to a more sustainable future, O-I Glass is set to significantly reduce its CO2 emissions in the UK, particularly in Ireland, by implementing a new decarbonization initiative targeting transportation emissions.

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Research, Reports & Publications

New Report: EPA’s Effective Track Record Forecasting Technological Progress Allows for Stronger Air Pollution Policies

Despite regularly facing skepticism, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has a strong track record of forecasting technological progress that allows for stronger air pollution policies, according to a new analysis.

Ceres | Sustainability is the bottom line.

Energy

Ceres Applauds Proposal for Regional Energy Market in the West

Ceres welcomes the recommendations issued today by the West-Wide Governance Pathways Initiative in pursuit of a regional wholesale electricity market.

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Events, Media & Communications

New White Paper Explores Corporate Efforts To Protect Reptiles and Amphibians

WHC (Wildlife Habitat Council) offers a new white paper available for download today, Enhancing Habitats for Reptiles and Amphibians | Corporate Conservation Efforts to Protect Herptiles.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Building a Prosperous Planet for Generations To Come

At Expedia Group, we believe travel is a force for good. According to UN Tourism, international tourism is on track to recover to close to 90% of pre-pandemic levels. It is now more important than ever to reaffirm our commitment to supporting climate action.

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  1. The Ray
    News and information about The Ray, Georgia's restorative, sustainable highway of the future.

  2. Distributed Infrastructure
    We know distributed infrastructureThe changing energy landscape and rising pressures to integrate sustainable technologies are prodding businesses to...

  3. Food and Agriculture
    The profitability of the world’s largest food and agribusiness companies depends on secure access to a reliable supply of commodities, but this secure...

  4. Owens Corning 2023 Sustainability Report
    Owens Corning published its 2023 Sustainability Report, Making the Difference, outlining the company’s progress toward its 2030 sustainability goals...

  5. Responsible Business
    We integrate responsible and sustainable practices in every aspect of our organization.Our products are created in ways that do not harm individuals...

  6. People: We Unlock Opportunity
    We are stepping up our investment in Yum!’s new social purpose to unlock opportunity in our people and communities, while championing equity...

  7. KeyBank: Responsible Banking
    Everyone’s financial journey is different. We make intentional efforts to meet the individual needs of clients and communities through a diverse range...

  8. Collaboration and Partnership
    Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...

  9. Energy for a Better Future
    Entergy’s performance report integrates a comprehensive overview of our 2023 achievements, including financial results with economic, environmental...

  10. Operate Sustainably
    We are aiming to operate sustainably by improving our supply chain and operations to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, living our commitment to...

  11. AEG's Commitment to Sustainable Operations
    AEG's sustainability initiative, AEG 1EARTH, is designed to reduce our consumption of the planet’s limited resources. Through our comprehensive...

  12. GoDaddy Sustainability News & Reports
    GoDaddy's ESG reporting shows our progress in building a more sustainable, equitable and inclusive society and outlines areas for future growth.

  13. M·A·C VIVA GLAM
    M·A·C Cosmetics’ charitable campaign, VIVA GLAM, has raised over $500 million USD since its inception in 1994, exclusively through the sale of M·A·C...

  14. Common Impact | Volunteer Spotlights Series
    Spotlighting the contributions of the volunteers we collaborate with, and celebrate and recognize the remarkable individuals who generously donate...

  15. P&G | Community Impact
    Amidst a global pandemic, multiple natural disasters, a growing need for life’s daily necessities and with clean drinking water unavailable for so...