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Pentair Announces Social Responsibility Strategic Targets

Research, Reports & Publications

Pentair plc (NYSE:PNR), a leading provider of water treatment and sustainable solutions, announces its Social Responsibility Strategic Targets. The new targets were launched with the release of Pentair’s 2020 Corporate Responsibility Report, which highlights the company’s initiatives to be a leading socially responsible company as it delivers smart, sustainable solutions that empower customers and employees to make the most of life’s essential resources.

Ørsted Aims for Net-Positive Biodiversity Impact From New Projects Commissioned From 2030

Environment

The accelerated global build-out of renewable energy which is needed to decarbonise global energy systems and stop global warming at 1.5°C must take place in balance with nature.

Lance Toma Creates Safe Spaces for San Francisco's LGBTQ+ AAPI Community

Diversity & Inclusion

Lance Toma was looking for community. Raised in Hawaii, he came out as gay when he moved to Chicago as an adult and found work serving LGBTQ+ youth and adults there.

Opportunity International Supports Educator in Ghana

Education

Victoria Hazel runs Solid Rock Foundation Schools in Ghana. She receives support from Opportunity International, a Cisco nonprofit partner. Cisco and Opportunity International reach nearly four million children in more than 13,000 schools.

Global Water Challenge and Cargill Launch Community Water Initiative to Improve Safe Drinking Water Access in Priority Watersheds

Sustainable Development Goals

Cargill and Global Water Challenge (GWC) launch a community water initiative, Cargill Currents, to address water challenges faced by local communities in priority watersheds.

Responsible Minerals Initiative Releases ESG Standard for Mineral Supply Chains

The Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) today announced the release of its ESG Standard to further improve conditions for workers, address environmental and community impacts, and manage governance risks in all mineral supply chains.

Podcast: Lessons from Schneider Electric (Part I)

In this episode of our Building Competitive Advantage in a Sustainable World podcast, David Young — a BCG Henderson Institute Fellow researching Sustainable Business Model Innovation — interviews Schneider Electric’s Chief Strategy & Sustainability Officer, Olivier Blum.

Georgia-Pacific Applauds Volunteer Appreciation Day

Thanks to all of our #GPemployees who volunteer with organizations and make an impactful difference in our communities. The actions we take within our communities are often the biggest catalysts for change at a larger scale.

The Power of Design Thinking

Innovation & Technology

Design Thinking has become a popular problem-solving methodology to inject business innovation from users’ perspectives. Check out how CLP has been using this tool to find new solutions.

Arbor Day Foundation Announces 2021 Arbor Day Award Winners

Environment

Since 1972, the Arbor Day Foundation has recognized the inspiring and life-changing work of leading environmental stewards and tree planters through the annual Arbor Day Awards.

Fairtrade Trains Farmers to Adapt to Climate Change

Environment

Fairtrade America recognizes the impact of climate change on farming families worldwide, and timed with June 5, World Environment Day, will now offer resources to support all coffee farmers in mitigating climate-related challenges.

Pack Your Bags and Your Test: American Has Customers' COVID-19 Testing Needs Covered

Health & Healthcare

American Airlines is expanding its preflight COVID-19 testing program with new self-administered and more in-person testing options to make travel easier. Customers can now order an Abbott BinaxNOW™ Home Test through telehealth provider eMed.

Bloomberg Opens Data Submission Period for 2022 Gender-Equality Index

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Today, Bloomberg announced that companies can submit their gender-related data via the Gender-Equality Index (GEI) Reporting Framework, to be considered for inclusion in the 2022 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index (GEI).

How Speaking up, Listening Well and Reaching Out Is Creating Opportunities for AAPI Community

Diversity & Inclusion

Martha Ha, chief privacy officer and chief counsel of corporate governance, and Jon de Csepel, CMO, vice president, medical affairs of the Americas, explain how the company is reaching out to AAPI employees and helping them to understand how to better work within the corporate culture.

Optimizing Technology for Accessibility With Renu Zunjarwad

Diversity & Inclusion

In this conversation, we chat with Renu Zunjarwad, a User Researcher with a special focus on diversity and inclusion.

Mario Azar, Key Architect of Black & Veatch Power Transformation, Joins Company's Board of Directors

Events, Media & Communications

Black & Veatch, a leading provider of critical human infrastructure solutions, today announced that Mario Azar, president of its global Power business has been named to the company’s Board of Directors.

Owens Corning: Increasing Our Social Handprint Via Community Engagement

Social Impact & Volunteering

The expectations and opportunities around corporate citizenship that companies encountered in 2020 were very different from those of 2010. Ten years ago, investor interest was infrequent, today a strong corporate citizenship program is table stakes.

Hershey Releases 2020 Sustainability Report

Research, Reports & Publications

The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today released its 2020 Sustainability Report, highlighting its progress on key environmental and social initiatives during a year of unprecedented challenges.

Reflections on the Challenges of 2020 and Continuing the Drive toward Key Impact Goals

Research, Reports & Publications

Keysight CEO Ron Nersesian shares how the Keysight team navigated 2020, remained resilient in the face of disruption, and focused on customers in the company's 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility Report.

Responding to India's Current COVID-19 Situation

Health & Healthcare

We have been actively planning how we can best provide relief to India through effective philanthropic action. We recognized that one of the key areas of strain on the system is the shortage of medical supplies and lifesaving equipment.

Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month - Standing in Solidarity & Allyship

Diversity & Inclusion

JetBlue stands in solidarity with the AAPI community to stop Asian hate. Racially motivated hate is unacceptable and goes against the very concept of humanity and everything we stand for as a company.

WSP USA Clearing Path to Recovery for Wildfire-ravaged Regions of California

Environment

In 2020, California was devastated by out-of-control wildfires that claimed lives, destroyed property and created environmental hazards across the state. When the fires subsided, state Emergency Management officials looked to WSP USA for management of the massive cleanup effort.

Scott Lerner: Hydrogen Vehicle Update

Environment

Back in February of 2013 when we spoke to hydrogen vehicle expert Robert Boyd, the mass market appeal of hydrogen cars seemed somewhat limited to say the least — hydrogen was less than an ideal fuel for a number of reasons.

"I'm Incredibly Proud to Work at a Company Whose Mission Is To Help Families Like Mine"

Jessica Veri is an Alkermes employee whose personal connection to mental health inspires her to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with serious mental illness.

Alliant Energy 2020 Corporate Responsibility Report: Our Progress & Sustainability Highlights

Research, Reports & Publications

At Alliant Energy we are implementing our strategic plan to create a more sustainable future for our customers and communities.