ESG News from Leading Brands

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Scott Cabral, Group Leader at Whirlpool Corp.'s Fall River Operations, Gets Fit While Helping To Raise Money for United Way

Jul 22, 2022 9:45 AM ET

To help encourage a healthier lifestyle, Whirlpool Corp.’s Fall River Operations started a step challenge in the month of June to encourage employees to try to reach a goal of 35,000 steps a week.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Why Land Remediation Is the Future of Carbon Offsets

Jul 22, 2022 9:25 AM ET

In pulling carbon offsets from neutral to positive, LBX improves negatively impacted lands & helps corporations meet their carbon pledges in verifiable ways.

Environment

Massachusetts Set To Turn Ambitious Targets Into Action With Key Climate Package

Jul 21, 2022 6:50 PM ET

Ceres Senior Director of State Policy Alli Gold Roberts issued the following statement in response to the Massachusetts Legislature’s approval of a climate bill

Sustainable Development Goals

New Project Helps Case IH Customers From Bosnia and Herzegovina to Operate Safely and Sustainably

Jul 21, 2022 5:00 PM ET

Case IH, a brand of CNH Industrial has been running an innovative mechanisation and training initiative to support orchard farmers in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Environment

2022 BIER Stakeholder Spotlight: Dan Bena

Jul 21, 2022 4:35 PM ET

Welcome to our series aimed at spotlighting the individual leaders within BIER member companies and stakeholder organizations.

Sustainable Development Goals

Enbridge's ESG Goal Progress: A Message From Pete Sheffield, VP and CSO

Jul 21, 2022 4:00 PM ET

I’m pleased to share our 2021 Sustainability Report, which reflects the tangible progress Enbridge has made since our announcement of ESG goals in late 2020.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Southwire Launches 2021 Sustainability Report

Jul 21, 2022 4:00 PM ET

Southwire’s long-held commitment to sustainability has been evident throughout its history and was formalized with its first official sustainability report in 2007.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Truist Foundation Grants $5 Million to First Step Staffing To Aid in Paving a Path Out of Poverty and Homelessness

Jul 21, 2022 2:00 PM ET

Truist Foundation announced it has awarded a $5 million grant to First Step Staffing, the largest nonprofit employment agency in the country dedicated to providing a path to self-sufficiency for individuals with barriers to employment.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Walt Disney Company Joins Propel Education Center in Support of the Next Generation of Diverse Storytellers and Innovators

Jul 21, 2022 1:50 PM ET

Today, at the 2022 HBCU Philanthropy Symposium, The Walt Disney Company announced it is joining Propel, a first-of-its-kind education hub for HBCUs, as the arts, media, entertainment, and hospitality lead sponsor.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Cintas Again Recognized Among “Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion”

Jul 21, 2022 1:10 PM ET

Cintas Corporation has again been recognized among the “Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion” after receiving a qualifying score on the 2022 Disability Equality Index®.

Sustainable Development Goals

Enabling a Sustainable Chip Industry Requires a Long-Term Vision and Near-Term Actions

Jul 21, 2022 1:00 PM ET

Applied Materials has published its Sustainability Report for 2021, which we titled Make Possible® a Better Future. It highlights the significant progress we’ve made in reducing our carbon footprint and transitioning to renewable energy.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bowling Green Daily News Features Land Betterment's ekō Solutions

Jul 21, 2022 12:50 PM ET

Bowling Green Daily News Features Land Betterment’s ekō Solutions and its partners. On July 15th a victim of the December 2021 tornado moved into ekō Solutions’ recycled shipping container home.

Environment

Team Dow Spotlights Its Work in Pará on World Rainforest Day

Jul 21, 2022 12:30 PM ET

Through partnership and collaboration, we are doing our part to preserve one of the planet’s most sacred ecosystems in the Amazon rainforest.

Health & Healthcare

Supporting Future Healthcare Leaders and Creating Better Health Outcomes for All Through COVID-19 Relief and Hypertension Management

Jul 21, 2022 12:20 PM ET

In collaboration with Q4HE, AHA is expanding its HBCU Scholars Program and creating a new initiative focused on reaching and empowering Hispanic students.

Energy

A Passionate Problem Solver Takes On Energy Technology

Jul 21, 2022 12:10 PM ET

Events, Media & Communications

Connecting Nonprofits With Legal Pro Bono Support

Jul 21, 2022 12:05 PM ET

Join Taproot Foundation's webinar to learn from experts at TrustLaw about the free legal resources available for your nonprofit organization!

Events, Media & Communications

PYXERA Global Announces Updates to Leadership Team

Jul 21, 2022 12:00 PM ET

"Guided by our mission to solve the world's most pressing challenges and fueled by our talented and committed staff, PYXERA Global has experienced significant growth over the past two years," said Deirdre White, CEO, PYXERA Global. "The updates we're making to our leadership team position us for continued momentum well into the future. I have tremendous confidence in these leaders and their value to our organization as we work together to meet the needs of current and new partnerships."

Green Infrastructure

Delivering Net Zero - What It Takes in the Telco Industry

Jul 21, 2022 12:00 PM ET

The mobile industry can do two things to help address the climate crisis. Firstly, to rapidly decarbonize as a sector – something that Ericsson is supporting via our ambition. Secondly, to help other sectors to reduce their emissions.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Harnessing the Power of Digital: Tapestry Strengthens Company Culture

Jul 21, 2022 11:40 AM ET

Harnessing the power of digital: over 250 Tapestry Digital team members from across our brands recently came together for our first-ever in-person DigitalPalooza.

Health & Healthcare

The Future of Diversity in Clinical Trials

Jul 21, 2022 11:30 AM ET

As part of the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation’s $100+ million initiative to increase diversity in clinical trials, Winn CIPP is a six-week immersive summer service-learning experience that aims to train more than 250 diverse clinical investigators.

Green Infrastructure

FedEx Continues Advancing Fleet Electrification Goals With Latest 150 Electric Vehicle Delivery from BrightDrop

Jul 21, 2022 11:20 AM ET

FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) announced it has received its first 150 electric delivery vehicles from BrightDrop, the technology startup from General Motors (GM) decarbonizing last-mile delivery.

Innovation & Technology

How Technology Can Help Fight Illegal Wildlife Trade

Jul 21, 2022 11:20 AM ET

A few years ago, as a freshly graduated veterinarian, I embarked on my forever dream destination: the African bush.

Education

AEG’S LA Kings Partners With Blue Shield of California To Engage Young Readers Through “Storytime With the LA Kings”

Jul 21, 2022 11:00 AM ET

AEG's LA Kings have partnered with Blue Shield of California to launch ”Storytime with the LA Kings” a new reading program designed to help foster reading comprehension skills among children ages 3 - 9 in Southern California.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Stewardship, With Purpose: By Julie Moret, Global Head of Sustainable Investing and Stewardship

Jul 21, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Ultimately, we believe positive economic and societal change, and financial performance, is best achieved when ESG analysis is combined with active stewardship.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Icons of Cincinnati – Entrepreneurs Thriving in the Buckeye State

Jul 21, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Cincinnati is a city as diverse as its many nicknames: Athens of the West, Paris of America, Cincy, The Queen City or The Nati. And within that diversity, entrepreneurs are building their flourishing businesses.