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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Team Depot Monitoring Dixie Wildfire to Aid in Relief

The Dixie Wildfire in Northern California has destroyed more than 600 homes and caused tens of thousands to evacuate. It is now the second largest wildfire in the state’s history – and still growing.

Responsible Production & Consumption

LUSIX Granted Sustainability Accreditation

Following the completion of a comprehensive sustainability audit, laboratory grown diamond producer LUSIX has been accredited, and its rough diamonds have been certified, under the SCS 007 Sustainability Rated Diamond Standard for Trial Use.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Stepping Up in 2020 - The Hershey Company's Response to a Unique Year

In the face of new and ongoing global challenges, we used our expertise, along with that of external partners, to respond and embed lasting change around the world.

Environment

Ensuring Forestland Stays Forested

Sustainable forestry doesn’t just happen in working forests. International Paper focuses on conserving the biodiversity and health of all forestland, including those that aren’t used to make products.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Gaming for Good

Today on the blog, streamer Big Cheese recaps the recent Twitch charity stream, hosted by NortonGaming and NortonLifeLockCares, which raised $10,000 for Black Girls CODE.

Energy

HPE Discover: Jonathan Fievez

Renewable energy is the future. Learn how Jonathan Fiévez, CEO of Carnegie Clean Energy, is working with Hewlett Packard Labs to use AI to revolutionize renewable energy production from the world's oceans

Research, Reports & Publications

ViacomCBS Releases 2020 Social Impact Review - “2020 in Focus”

ViacomCBS announced today the release of its 2020 Social Impact Review – 2020 In Focus – providing a snapshot of the company’s social impact strategy last year.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Refusing Limits in Digital Design

Gidget Heintz has been advancing test and measurement technologies for more than 25 years. Now, she's embarking on her most exciting adventure yet.

Events, Media & Communications

Webinar: The Hybrid Workplace Evolution: Ergonomics and Wellness Considerations

The future of workplaces is evolving. How will this move to hybrid workplaces impact ergonomics and wellness? Join Antea Group experts to learn more in the upcoming webinar "The Hybrid Workplace: Ergonomics and Wellness Considerations"

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Kimberly-Clark Named to Seramount's Inclusion Index for Cultivating an Inclusive Workplace

Kimberly-Clark was named to Seramount’s fifth annual Inclusion Index for the second consecutive year. The Inclusion Index recognizes companies that are leading the way in creating diverse and inclusive work environments.

Environment

LG Commits to Most Aggressive Target For Reducing GHG Emissions

LG Electronics has committed to set science-based targets with the goal of cutting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the use phase of major LG products by 2030, making LG the first Korean company to participate in the “Business Ambition for 1.5°C” global net zero campaign.

Energy

NRG Energy 2020 Sustainability Report: Solutions for Business

In 2020, we guided more business customers to what’s optimal, leveraging our energy industry knowledge, a technology-agnostic mindset, and a focus on their unique situations, goals, and needs.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Industry Leaders Help Establish Groundbreaking Framework to Evolve Packaging Recyclability

The Recycling Partnership announced today that it will open its Pathway to Circularity Recyclability Framework for public comment, a first of its kind opportunity for the entire recycling value chain and other stakeholders to shape the future of recyclability.

Environment

Ecocentricity Blog: Eyes Ahead

More and more, people are becoming aware of the value that diversity brings. We need ALL voices at the table, because we ALL have a role to play in healing the earth and in becoming a more just species.

Environment

Get an A+ on Your Recycling Report Card

August is National Back to School Month, and after more than a year of remote or hybrid learning, schools across the nation are finally welcoming students back into classrooms for the new school year.

Innovation & Technology

Change Agent Alex Amouyel: “There is no lone innovator”

Innovation & Technology

Black & Veatch Providing Preliminary Design of a Major Potable Water Conveyance System in Southern Nevada

Black & Veatch announces it has been selected by the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) to perform preliminary and final design services for the Horizon Lateral, a $1.6-billion water conveyance system that will strengthen water delivery service for its customers.

Health & Healthcare

Extending COVID Surveillance Capabilities Beyond Big Cities

“Last month, we had the biggest peak [of positive COVID cases] since the pandemic began,” says Dr. Adrian Alejandro Ceballos López, Medical Director of Biomédicos de Mérida.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Commemorates 20 Years of Impact in Addressing Youth Homelessness

Sands’ longtime partner Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) is commemorating 20 years of working to address and end youth homelessness in Southern Nevada.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Gilead Sciences Endows Its Foundation With More Than $200 Million to Support Health Justice, Community Giving and Employee Match Program

Gilead Sciences, Inc. announced a more than $200 million endowment to the Gilead Foundation to further the company's vision of creating a healthier world for all people.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Merck Named by Seramount As One of the Best Companies for Multicultural Women

Merck has been named one of the 2021 Best Companies for Multicultural Women by Seramount (formerly Working Mother Media)—an honor recognizing companies that create and use best practices in hiring, retaining, and promoting multicultural women in the United States.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Duke Energy Foundation Awards $734,000 in Grants to Support Workforce Development in Florida

Duke Energy is investing $734,000 in strategic workforce development and education programs in Florida.

Innovation & Technology

What Do Sustainable Agriculture and Healthcare Equity Have in Common?

From globally organized protests to individual acts of courage that spark national dialogue, the efforts of young leaders and activists have commanded attention around the globe in recent years.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

The Next Steps Towards a Circular Economy

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Diversity & Inclusion

Gender Equity Critical to Solving Climate Change: Women in Climate Tech Announces International TECFD Team

Women in Climate Tech, a group empowering the voices of women and non-binary professionals in climate tech, announced today a global team of talent selected to embed equity into climate-related financial disclosures.

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