ESG News from Leading Brands

Education

Thermo King Announces Development of a Bachelor of Engineering Degree and a Robotics Automation Training Centre

Jun 14, 2021 7:30 AM ET

Thermo King, a brand of Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT) announced its collaboration with Galway Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT)

Social Impact & Volunteering

CASE Supports 13th Annual Great Milwaukee Victory Garden BLITZ

Jun 11, 2021 5:00 PM ET

CASE Construction Equipment, a brand of CNH Industrial, donated the use of an SV280B skid steer to Victory Garden Initiative’s 13th Annual Great Milwaukee Victory Garden BLITZ.

Events, Media & Communications

WSP Celebrates World Ocean Day

Jun 11, 2021 3:05 PM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

Powering the Future of Pride: T-Mobile Invests in Educational Equity for LGBTQ+ Youth

Jun 11, 2021 2:00 PM ET

To celebrate Pride this year, T-Mobile is making a $1 million donation to the HRC Foundation’s new financial and digital literacy initiatives and a $250,000 donation to GLSEN’s efforts to make schools safer and more inclusive for LGBTQ+ youth.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Bank Named to Forbes Best Employers for New Graduates 2021 List

Jun 11, 2021 1:45 PM ET

As part of Fifth Third's journey to accelerating racial equality, equity and inclusion for its employees, customers and communities, the Bank works to support inclusion and diversity in its workforce and among its suppliers through its 6 bold goals.

Environment

Make A Difference to Climate Change

Jun 11, 2021 1:00 PM ET

We’ve kicked off our Make a Difference to Climate Change initiative to highlight our responsibility and seize opportunities - as a leader in our industry - to act now.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Logitech Marks Milestone in Conflict-Free Minerals Commitment

Jun 11, 2021 12:45 PM ET

All Logitech products are now verified as being made only with minerals and metals that comply with conflict-free standards. Additionally, 100% of in-scope suppliers are now participating in a third-party responsible minerals sourcing audit program.

Diversity & Inclusion

P&G Spotlights Allyson Felix's Legacy Leading into Tokyo Games

Jun 11, 2021 12:45 PM ET

Today we explore how one major brand modified its well-known “Thank you, Mom” campaign to shine a light on an important fight of signed athlete, Allyson Felix.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Arrow Electronics Named International Commerce Award Winner by World Trade Center Denver and Denver Business Journal

Jun 11, 2021 12:30 PM ET

Arrow Electronics recently received a 2021 International Commerce Award from the World Trade Center Denver and the Denver Business Journal.

Innovation & Technology

Technology Collaboration to Close the Digital Divide

Jun 11, 2021 11:30 AM ET

Intel, AWS and Megh Computing announced a collaboration to deploy a Citizens Broadband Radio Service private network solution that will enable remote learning with broadband access as an essential service for an underserved community in Sacramento.

Environment

Want to Establish a Healthy Toothbrushing Routine? Consider Brushing Frequency, Water Use, Power and Recycling

Jun 11, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Procter & Gamble brands Oral-B and Crest conducted a survey to better understand oral care habits, resulting in several tips that can help people improve their personal health and reduce environmental impact.

Diversity & Inclusion

For Low-Income Communities, Digital Access Opened Unexpected Doors in a Pandemic

Jun 11, 2021 11:00 AM ET

When her daughter’s fourth-grade education became increasingly dependent on internet access three years ago, Jamillah Lamb, a director on Capital One’s Community Finance team, had one of those lightbulb moments.

Media & Communications

Public Debate & Actions - Determining Future Directions of Today's Important Fuels / Energy Sources

Jun 11, 2021 10:35 AM ET

Eons ago as then-existent forms of life on Earth died off, decomposing remains became fossils…or relevant to current “heated” conversations about the future of energy, the stuff of today’s “fossil fuels.”

Innovation & Technology

National Grid Becomes First Major US Utility to Make EV100 Vehicle Commitment

Jun 11, 2021 10:15 AM ET

National Grid has just joined EV100, a global initiative organized by the Climate Group, where companies commit to switching their fleets to electric and/or installing charging for staff and customers by 2030.

Innovation & Technology

When Men and Machine Team Up to Battle Parkinson's

Jun 11, 2021 10:10 AM ET

Abbott's Infinity DBS beep brain stimulation technology offers a couple a higher quality of life, while they battle a progressive neurological condition.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Passion at SAIC: Love What You Do

Jun 11, 2021 10:05 AM ET

At SAIC, we love what we do. Passion helps us build a smarter tomorrow and ensures our customers’ success. Every day our employees demonstrate their passion by advancing our mission and serving our customers.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

UK Government Launches New Taskforce to Tackle Greenwashing in Finance Sector

Jun 11, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

PRIDE at Key - Supporting our LGBTQ+ Teammates, Clients and Communities

Jun 11, 2021 10:00 AM ET

June is PRIDE Month, an opportunity to celebrate and recognize the self-affirmation, equality and many contributions of the LGBTQ+ community.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Why Sustainability and Digitization Go Hand-in-Hand

Jun 11, 2021 9:10 AM ET

With only 10 years left to limit global temperature increase to 1.5 degrees and ever-increasing expectations for a better life and resilient business, good is not enough anymore.

Social Impact & Volunteering

PT Freeport Indonesia Contributes $420K to Mimika Sports Complex Ahead of National Sports Week

Jun 11, 2021 9:00 AM ET

The Mimika Sports Complex (MSC) will be renovated in preparations for the 20th National Sports Week with contributions from PT Freeport Indonesia.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Safety Month: Be COVID-19 Safe

Jun 11, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Join Tetra Tech in ensuring we all can continue to be resilient against the COVID-19 pandemic by implementing responsive Health & Safety (H&S) practices and resources.

Events, Media & Communications

Alkermes Celebrates Alcoholics Anonymous Founders Day

Jun 10, 2021 5:50 PM ET

Today on Alcoholics Anonymous Founders Day, we celebrate the recovery support and hope that Alcoholics Anonymous has provided so many people for 86 years! Thank you!

Energy

National Grid Renewables' Operating 40 Mw Michigan Solar Portfolio Constructed by Michigan Workers, Will Provide Millions in Economic Benefit

Jun 10, 2021 5:25 PM ET

National Grid Renewables today announced significant economic benefits provided by its MiSolar Portfolio (MiSolar), which recently began operation and includes two Michigan solar projects, Bingham Solar and Temperance Solar

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Microsoft President, Brad Smith, Accepts the 2021 Gold Medal Award

Jun 10, 2021 5:10 PM ET

On June 9, 2021, The World Environment Center (WEC) honored Microsoft with the 37th annual Gold Medal for International Corporate Achievement in Sustainable Development.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Over 450 Investors Managing $41 Trillion in Assets Tell Governments to Get Climate Policy Right and Massive Investment Will Flow

Jun 10, 2021 5:05 PM ET

457 investors managing more than US$41 trillion in assets have released a new joint statement to all world governments urging a global race-to-the-top on climate policy