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Deckers Releases Its FY22 Creating Change Report

Research, Reports & Publications

Deckers Brands (NYSE:DECK), a global leader in ­­designing, marketing, and distributing innovative footwear, apparel and accessories, today released its Fiscal Year 2022 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Report, Creating Change.

10 Stories for 10 Years of Moving Cocoa Forward Together

Responsible Production & Consumption

Our cocoa sustainability program, Cocoa Life, is celebrating 10 years of lifting up cocoa communities and shaping the landscapes where cocoa grows.

Partnership Aims To Build Wealth in the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Black Community

Diversity & Inclusion

Two years since 24/7 Blac was founded, there are now four core programs aimed at supporting the Black community: career readiness, a business accelerator program, homeownership preparedness and an investment group.

KeyBank Makes $400,000 Donation to Proud Ground

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank has announced a $400,000 donation to Proud Ground—its largest single gift ever in Oregon and southwest Washington. The gift will support Proud Ground’s Opening Doors Initiative, which aims to expand the organization’s portfolio of permanently affordable homes from 350 to 550 over the next five years.

Aflac CFO Taps Japanese Debt Investors to Bring Down Interest Costs

Aflac Inc., a Columbus, Ga.-based insurer, generates about 70% of its revenue in Japan. The company, which sells supplemental health insurance to Japanese, and less so to U.S. consumers, recently sold roughly $1.21 billion in debt in Japan, taking advantage of the lower cost of capital there as the country’s interest rates continue to be in negative territory

Grasping Sustainability Opportunities for Asia

A global gathering of business leaders, sustainability experts and reporting practitioners takes place next month, to focus on how Asia can unlock its sustainability potential.

Is Scrapping Use-By Dates the Answer to Food Waste?

Environment

The findings from the latest Tetra Pak Index indicate that consumers are increasingly alert to the damaging impact of food waste.

No Strings Attached: A Guide to Giving Unrestricted Funds

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Philanthropy is transforming. With more and more funders looking to embrace trust-based principles, a new era of giving has arrived. The latest evolutions center the grantee and prioritize the community.

Pershing Avenue Park Celebrates New Upgrades at Neighborhood Farm Harvest Festival

Energy

To celebrate the restoration of Pershing Avenue Park and the conclusion of another growing season at the Pershing Avenue Neighborhood Farm and Community Garden, the City of Poughkeepsie

Case IH Enters Professional Training Partnership in Brazil

Education

CNH Industrial brand Case IH has entered a new partnership with the National Industrial Learning Service (Senai) and the National Rural Learning Service (Senar).

Entergy's Nuclear Fleet Essential to Meeting Climate Commitments

Energy

Entergy is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Our clean, carbon-free nuclear fleet is playing a critical role in meeting our climate commitment.

DuPont Announces New Vice President, Sustainability

Events, Media & Communications

After 40 years of service to DuPont and a career filled with purpose-driven ambition, our Vice President of Corporate Sustainability Jane Schindewolf has announced her retirement.

At COP27, Investors, Companies, and Policymakers Must Accelerate Urgent Action on the Climate and Water Crises To Cut Emissions in Half by 2030

Events, Media & Communications

COP27 provides a critical moment to build upon historic U.S. climate action and investments, as public and private sector leaders raise their ambition, deliver on commitments, implement policies to capitalize on the opportunities

Cyber Defense Magazine Names Fifth Third's Brian Minick a Top Global Chief Information Security Officer

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Bank, National Association, today announced that its Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Brian Minick, has been named a winner in the Top Global CISOs in the World Awards for 2022, sponsored annually by Cyber Defense Magazine.

“HBI Forest” Part of Thailand Tree Planting Project

Environment

Since the tree planting initiative began in 2014, associates at our facility in Thailand have planted more than 65,000 trees. Recently, our team planted 20,000 trees on land allocated by the local forest department, now known as the “HBI Forest.”

Dick's Sporting Goods Invests in the Future of Sport With the Launch of DSG Ventures

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) announced today the launch of DSG Ventures, a $50 million in-house fund that will invest in innovative companies that, like DICK'S, hold the core belief that sports make people better.

Illumina Introduces New Research Test to Address One of the Most Common Infections in the United States

Innovation & Technology

Illumina announced a new research test for genitourinary pathogen and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) identification. The Illumina Urinary Pathogen Infectious Disease/Antimicrobial Resistance (ID/AMR) Panel (UPIP) applies precision metagenomics to detect and quantify pathogens.

2021 Employee Ideas That Matter Alumni Busier Than Ever With Community-Oriented Projects

The 2021 Employee Ideas that Matter grant winners inspired all of us at Sappi North America with their enthusiasm and dedication to their communities.

Logitech G To Host Rocket League Tournament Series for Players With Disabilities

Events, Media & Communications

All players deserve a platform to shine. That’s why Logitech is proud to partner with AbleGamers Charity, Adaptive Action Sports, and Mt. Sinai for the Logitech G Adaptive Esports Tournaments.

Alkermes Celebrates Hispanic Americans Who Are Trailblazers in the Mental Health Field

Diversity & Inclusion

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrated the contributions of Hispanic Americans to the field of mental health.

AfroTech Speaker Spotlight: Alexandra Legend Siegel

Diversity & Inclusion

When my mom gave me the middle name Legend, she said it was because I was destined to use storytelling to change the world.

Navigating the Politics of ESG as a Business Leader

Environment

During the latest election cycle, it's been almost impossible to ignore the controversy swirling around ESG investing. Here we’ll brush aside all of the bluster and noise to provide a clear look at what’s happening, so you can move forward informed.

Trane Technologies Surpasses U.S. Department of Energy Requirements for High-Efficiency, Cold Climate Heat Pump

Innovation & Technology

Trane Technologies has surpassed U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) requirements for the Residential Cold Climate Heat Pump (CCHP) Challenge for high-efficiency heating in freezing temperatures.

Southwire Partners With Nessel To Standardize Spaces for Nursing Moms

Diversity & Inclusion

Southwire has announced a partnership with Nessel to standardize its dedicated spaces for nursing mothers across the company.

Schneider Electric Research: Energy Volatility Is Impacting Most Organizations

Energy

Schneider Electric, the global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, published research on how energy price and supply volatility is impacting energy management.