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Sofidel Finalizes the Acquisition of the Tissue Division of Clearwater Paper Corporation and Becomes the Fourth Largest Tissue Paper Producer in North America

Responsible Production & Consumption

Sofidel, a global leading manufacturer of paper for hygienic and household use, known particularly in Italy and Europe for its Regina brand, has finalized the acquisition of the tissue division of Clearwater Paper Corporation (“CLW Tissue”).

Operation HOPE, U.S. Bank Partner To Serve Crenshaw Community in L.A.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Through its award-winning HOPE Inside program, a partnership between Operation HOPE and financial institutions including U.S. Bank, the organization equips young people, adults and small business owners with financial tools and education to help secure a better future.

Operation Surprise 2024: The Home Depot Foundation’s Tribute to Service

Diversity & Inclusion

This November, The Home Depot Foundation is launching its annual Operation Surprise campaign: a nationwide effort to make veteran housing safer, more accessible and affordable.

PotlatchDeltic: Forests and the Carbon Cycle

Environment

Forest management concentrates on the growth of harvestable crop trees for use in solid wood products, which maximizes the amount of forest carbon that is captured and stored in long-lived wood products.

Inside Whole Foods’ Sustainability Strategy

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

In this episode of ESG Talk, Caitlin Leibert, vice president of sustainability at Whole Foods Market, joins host Alyssa Zucker to explore how technology, supply chain engagement, and industry partnerships are driving sustainability strategies.

Code.org – Scaling Computer Science Education and Demystifying AI

Innovation & Technology

Native American students perform two to three grade levels below their white peers in reading and mathematics, and they are twice as likely to drop out of school.1 But this didn’t stop Lance West from earning his college degree in secondary education, even after the birth of his

AB: As Climate Change Gets Hyperphysical, Investors Should Too

As a global disruptor, climate change remains one of a handful of mega-forces likely to permanently change how the world lives, works and consumes—all directly affecting countries, assets and companies on many levels.

PepsiCo Foods North America Aims to Reduce Barriers to Entry for U.S. Farmers

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

To help advance a resilient future for U.S. agriculture, PepsiCo Foods North America (PFNA) invests in programs that invite new generations into the agriculture sector and support the adoption of regenerative agriculture practices.

The Power of Embracing Potential and Leading With Purpose at Cummins

Diversity & Inclusion

In the dynamic landscape of corporate careers, Schuyla J. stands out as a testament to the power of embracing potential. For 14 years, she has played an integral role at Cummins Inc., driven by her willingness to seize opportunities and take calculated risks.

The Conflict in Lebanon

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

In September, Israel launched a barrage of airstrikes against Lebanon, marking the deadliest day since the country’s 2006 war. In recent weeks, the conflict has escalated, with strikes mainly hitting the southern part of the country and parts of Beirut, the capital.

Entergy Employees Recognized for Donating Over $230,000 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Entergy was recognized this year as one of the top 25 workplace giving contributors for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, donating more than $230,000 through the company’s employee payroll contributions across its service areas.

STEYR Plus Wins ‘Bio Intelligent’ Design Award

Innovation & Technology

CNH brand, STEYR, have earned yet another accolade with a BIG SEE Product Design Award presented at a ceremony in Slovenia, one of STEYR’s key markets, with the Plus 80-117hp tractors.

AB Holds Day of Understanding – Supports Diversity

Diversity & Inclusion

Last week, AllianceBernstein hosted its sixth annual Day of Understanding.

Teva, in Partnership With Direct Relief, Honored by U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation for Mental Health Efforts

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation announced Teva Pharmaceuticals as a winner of the 25th Annual Citizens Awards, a long-standing program that honors businesses for their leadership in solving the world’s biggest challenges.

Antea Group Named to Engineering News-Record’s 2024 Top 200 Environmental Firms

Environment

Antea Group is honored to announce that we have been named among Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) 2024 Top 200 Environmental Firms.

AEG’s Eco-Social Initiative FAME FOREST Expands to Berlin

Environment

AEG today announced the expansion of its eco-social initiative, FAME FOREST, to Berlin, in celebration of its fifth anniversary.

Our Approach to Water Stewardship: Preserving Essential Resources at International Paper

Responsible Production & Consumption

As we work toward our Vision 2030 target of reducing our water use per ton of production by 25%, we are analyzing risks and opportunities for water use reduction at each of our facilities with the ultimate objective of minimizing our impact on freshwater sources.

Georgia Power Awarded $160 Million From Department of Energy To Enhance Georgia’s Power Grid

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Georgia Power, the state's largest electric utility serving 2.7 million customers, has been awarded more than $160 million in funding by the Department of Energy (DOE) through its Grid Deployment Office.

Dow Leaders Honored for STEM Excellence With 2024 HENAAC and Luminary Awards

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Dow (NYSE: Dow) announced four leaders have been recognized by the Hispanic Engineers National Achievement Awards Conference (HENAAC) with awards in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) excellence.

Habitat Restoration by Ducks Unlimited Serves Wildlife and Bismarck Community

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

MPC’s assistance with the project reflects the company’s focus on strengthening the communities where it operates by making investments that have a positive, measurable impact.

What It Feels Like to Be a Hungry Child

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

A deeply personal story of living through famine as a child in Somalia, and now working to stop it around the world as an adult.

How Veolia Supports Biodiversity in North America

Environment

Biodiversity is vital to the proper functioning of ecosystems — for crop pollination, soil fertilization, oxygen production, food, medicines and more life-sustaining processes. We strive to lessen or reverse human impacts on the environment.

New Insights: The Role of Identity in Destination Decisions

Diversity & Inclusion

Our new research, Journeys for All: An Expedia Group Study on Inclusion in Travel, looks into the disparities in travel experiences among underserved travelers in the United States, including Black, Latino, LGBTQIA+, and travelers with disabilities.

The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation and kate spade new york Bring “SheCare Wellness Pods” to a Third HBCU Campus

Education

Earlier in October, The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF) and kate spade new york announced the third expansion of “SheCare Wellness Pods,” a program that launched in April 2023 to provide frontline mental health care to women on HBCU campuses.

VS&Co Supports Cancer Causes Around the World

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

VS&Co is committed to investing in the health and wellbeing women. We are so proud of the work we do through the VS Global Fund for Women’s Cancer, Susan G. Komen and other cancer causes around the world.