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.

Environment

LA Galaxy Plant New Gardens at Annalee Elementary School in Carson, CA In Support of Earth Month and MLS WORKS' Greener Goals Initiative

AEG's LA Galaxy Foundation joined forces with Freeway Insurance and Garden School Foundation to replant and expand the gardens at Annalee Avenue Elementary School in Carson, CA, as part of the MLS (Major League Soccer) WORKS Greener Goals Week of Service.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Provides $50.2 Million of Financing for the Construction of Two New Affordable Housing Properties in Los Angeles

KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) provided $ 23.3 million in construction loans and invested $10.7 million in low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) financing.

Innovation & Technology

Elephantech and Logitech Together Drive Disruptive Electronics Innovation

Elephantech Inc. today announced a groundbreaking collaboration with Logitech International to revolutionize peripherals manufacturing and the printed circuit board (PCB) industry.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Named to Newsweek’s List of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2025

Fifth Third (Nasdaq: FITB) has been recognized as one of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2025. This award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Bacardi Is Putting Money Behind People To Make Sure AI Doesn’t Replace Your Bartender

At the end of a long week, many Americans might be looking for the camaraderie of the local watering hole, complete with the friendly barkeep, ready with a clean glass and a sympathetic ear.

Events, Media & Communications

Amid Industry Luminaries, Cascale Engages Fashion Students on Utilizing Higg Index To Scale Sustainability

Rachel Lincoln Sarnoff, director of communications at Cascale, recently presented insights at the Arizona State University Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (ASU FIDM) Fashion Symposium 2025.

Environment

Declining Aluminum Recycling Rates

According to a recent report by the Aluminum Association and the Can Manufacturers Institute, the recycling rate for aluminum beverage cans has hit the lowest point in decades, declining from an average of 52 percent in 1990 to a 43 percent recycling rate in 2023.

Energy

New Jersey Rises in American Council for Energy-Efficient Economy Rankings to #8 This Year From #14 - With Help From PSEG

New Jersey’s rise in the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy rankings to #8 this year from #14 in 2022 highlights the success of utility-driven energy efficiency programs.

Environment

Celebrating Earth Month With Our Global Team

From beach cleanups to solar panel installs, Gen team members around the world took action this Earth Month—backed by programs like SHIP and our TERRA community. See how we’re making sustainability personal, practical, and powerful.

Events, Media & Communications

Case IH To Launch a New Generation of Machines and Integrated Solutions at Agrishow

Case IH, a brand of CNH, is set to launch a number of new machines and integrated solutions at Agrishow in Brazil (April 28 – May 2).

Social Impact & Volunteering

Share the Good and Boost Financial Wellness

In honor of Financial Literacy Month, Regions Bank is launching a comprehensive financial wellness blitz that will continue throughout April.

Environment

Barclays Arena Employees Go Green for International Earth Day

In celebration of International Earth Day, 20 employees from AEG Germany’s Barclays Arena in Hamburg came together to transform and beautify the landscape around the arena into a greener, more vibrant space for the whole community.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Venessa Harrison Elected to Southern Company Gas Board of Directors

Southern Company Gas today announced that Venessa Harrison, former president of AT&T's Southeast Coastal States, has been elected to the company's board of directors, effective April 24.

Environment

Earth Day 2025: Supply Chains Hold the Key to a Sustainable Future

For supply chain executives, the message is clear: the path to a more sustainable planet runs directly through your operations, decisions, and influence.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Lenovo Awarded Champion Status in Canalys Sustainable Ecosystems Leadership Matrix 2025

For the second time, Lenovo has been recognized as a Champion in the Canalys 2025 Sustainable Ecosystems Leadership Matrix. Lenovo is one of just four technology vendors to receive the top distinction, with fourteen vendors being evaluated in total by Canalys.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Albertsons Companies Celebrates Earth Month With Boise River Walk Clean Up

To celebrate Earth Month, Albertsons Cos.’ Recipe for Change Alliance brought together 50 volunteers to clean up the Boise River Walk near Albertsons Cos.' headquarters building, one of the company's many teams making a difference across the country.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Beyond the Brand: Dial®

In this series, Beyond the Brand, you will learn about how Henkel’s top brands are contributing to organizational goals and innovating constantly to serve and succeed on behalf of customers, consumers, and partners. This edition’s featured brand is Dial® soap.

Social Impact & Volunteering

FedEx Helps the Food Bank of the Rockies Make a Big Impact on Families

Over the past year, FedEx teams in Colorado have built a meaningful relationship with Food Bank of the Rockies. From volunteering at the Denver Distribution Center to donating funds, they’ve gone all-in to help feed families.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Can I Get an ‘Ooh-Rah’ for a Healthier America?

Rocket attacks, tear gas, mortar fire, interminable “humps” rucking 50 pounds of gear. Life as a U.S. Marine is not always pleasant. And yet, those years made me more patient, more self-assured, more aware of the needs of others and, oddly, more competent as a business executive.

Responsible Production & Consumption

“Naia™on the Move” Debuts at Intertextile 2025

Urban life is an ever-changing environment. From the morning commute and work to yoga class and dinner, clothing needs to adapt to the environment wherever the day takes someone. So seamless clothing transitions are essential to navigate the fast-paced lifestyle of city living.

Innovation & Technology

John Chee: Bridging Technology, Marketing, and Sales in Polymer Solutions

At Covia, innovation is driven by passionate experts who see beyond the ordinary. John Chee exemplifies this spirit, bringing a unique blend of technical ability and commercial insight to the world of mineral-based polymer solutions.

Education

NCWIT and KeyBank Honor 51 Students and 2 Educators From Across Ohio With 2025 Aspirations in Computing Awards

The Ohio affiliate of the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT), in partnership with KeyBank, honored 51 high school students across Ohio at the 2025 Aspirations in Computing awards on Saturday, April 12th in Columbus, Ohio.

Environment

Approaching Earth Day With a Design Mindset

The future doesn’t just happen; it’s designed. And the people designing it? They’re part dreamers, part strategists, part architects, and in some cases, part inventors.

Research, Reports & Publications

Empowering Entrepreneurs, Strengthening Communities: GoDaddy’s 2024 Sustainability Report

At GoDaddy, our mission to empower entrepreneurs everywhere is not just a statement — it's the heartbeat of our business. As we roll out the company’s 2024 Sustainability Report, we’re excited to share how we’re making strides in sustainability that align with our business goals

Innovation & Technology

Qualcomm at Embedded World: Accelerating Digital Transformation With Edge AI

The AI revolution is sparking a wave of innovation in the embedded community, spawning a flurry of new use cases that take advantage of greater intelligence on the edge. Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., is leading the drive to turn these ideas into reality.

Latest Campaigns

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  2. KeyBank's Community Investment
    In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...
  3. Environmental Leadership
    Meeting the world’s growing demand for chemicals that play a critical role in our daily lives requires Chemours to grow while reducing our...
  4. Building a Sustainable Future | Decarbonizing the Built Environment
    The building sector accounts for nearly 40% of carbon emissions and nearly 50% of the consumption of natural resources. The industry stands at a...
  5. 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.
  6. IWBI | WELL Building Standard
    Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...
  7. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  8. Tork, an Essity brand
    Tork is an Essity brand. Essity is a leading global hygiene and health company. Wherever there is a need for wiping, drying, cleaning or polishing...
  9. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  10. Kingfisher Around the World
    The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...
  11. 2025 Global Inclusive Growth Summit
    This annual event hosted by the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth will explore how we can build strong growth and economic opportunity for all...
  12. 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...
  13. Kingfisher Around the World
    The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...
  14. FedEx | Delivering for Good
    Doing what we do best for those who need it most. When disaster strikes, and there’s not a moment to lose, our people mobilize the FedEx global fleet...
  15. Forests
    Managing our forests sustainably and protecting water, wildlife, and species at risk.