ESG News from Leading Brands

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PNC Foundation to Partner With Sesame Workshop To Address Racial Justice Through $6.2 Million Grant

May 19, 2021 10:35 AM ET

The newest phase of PNC Grow Up Great® and Sesame Workshop's collaboration will focus on racial justice and providing children with the foundation for kindness, fairness, and respect, in the critical early years of child development.

Research, Reports & Publications

Sappi North America Highlights Continued Commitment to Communities and Safety in 2020 Sustainability Report

May 19, 2021 10:05 AM ET

Sappi North America, Inc., a leading producer and supplier of diversified paper, packaging products and pulp, today released its 2020 Sustainability Report, illustrating Sappi's continued commitment to sustainable development.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Sharper Focus on Sustainability in Sectors

May 19, 2021 9:30 AM ET

A consultation has launched to gather feedback on two proposed new Standards under GRI’s Sector Program, which will increase transparency within sectors by focusing attention on the sustainability issues that matter most.

Innovation & Technology

A Vehicle Electrification Revolution

May 19, 2021 9:30 AM ET

Due to advances in technology, many vehicles will offer an electric powertrain as an option or standard equipment in the future.

Innovation & Technology

These Former Video Game Designers Are Using VR at Duke Energy

May 19, 2021 9:15 AM ET

While they used to work for video game studios, the artists and software engineers of Duke Energy’s XR Lab are now designing virtual reality programs to help keep their teammates safe.

Innovation & Technology

A Workplace for Tomorrow

May 19, 2021 9:15 AM ET

When Gilead set out to design a new research building, the company had big aspirations. The aim was to build a space that would encourage researchers to focus on their scientific visions of tomorrow.

Research, Reports & Publications

ScottsMiracle-Gro 2021 Corporate Responsibility Report: Operations and Supply Chain

May 19, 2021 9:10 AM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

Building Bridges to Combat Asian American Violence

May 19, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Chinese American Susanna Chiu, director of Energy Services at PSE&G, says the foundation of her 35-year career at the utility is problem-solving.

Innovation & Technology

Protecting Health Care Data Through Shared Responsibility for Data Security

May 19, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Tetra Tech’s Nolan Morrison, who supported the implementation of the Data Guardian program for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), discusses the importance of collaboration and shared responsibility for protecting personal health information.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Trane Technologies Recognized by Forbes, Financial Times and 3BL Media for Leadership in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Performance

May 19, 2021 7:45 AM ET

Trane Technologies plc, a global climate innovator, recently earned three prestigious rankings: Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers for Diversity’, Financial Times ‘Europe’s Climate Leaders 2021’, and 3BL Media’s ‘100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2021.’

Education

Trane Technologies Commits $100 Million and 500,000 Volunteer Hours to Building Sustainable Futures for Underrepresented Populations

May 19, 2021 7:30 AM ET

Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator, announced today that it has launched Sustainable Futures

Research, Reports & Publications

Suzano 2020 Report: Renewing Life Inspired by Trees

May 19, 2021 5:00 AM ET

Suzano is a Brazilian company and a global reference in developing sustainable and innovative solutions from renewable sources. It is the world's leading producer of eucalyptus pulp and one of Latin America’s largest paper producers, the corporation, through its products, plays a part in the lives of over two billion people.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Wells Fargo Recognized Among the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media

May 18, 2021 8:30 PM ET

Wells Fargo is excited to work with others on 3BL Media’s list of 100 Best Corporate Citizens to create lasting change in our communities and continue our commitment to ESG.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

IWBI Launches WELL Homes Advisory to Extend into Single-Family Home Market

May 18, 2021 6:20 PM ET

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) today announced the launch of its new WELL Homes Advisory to guide IWBI in expanding its evidence-based, third-party verified WELL offerings to address the design and construction of homes worldwide.

Health & Healthcare

Mobile Mindfulness: The Future of Mental Health

May 18, 2021 5:40 PM ET

Through discussions with health experts and a T‑Mobile employee using the company’s digital well‑being benefits, we take a closer look at how the evolution of mental health tools are providing more viable options for so many people in need.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Four Steps Organizations Can Take On Decarbonization Now

May 18, 2021 5:15 PM ET

Here in the U.S., the public sector has set ambitious decarbonization goals, including recommitting to the Paris Agreement and outlining the Biden-Harris Climate Plan.

Environment

The Path to Zero-Waste Across South America

May 18, 2021 5:00 PM ET

Fabio Belasco, Health and Safety specialist for CNH Industrial in Brazil, is a man on a mission. The goal? To achieve zero-waste at all of the Company’s manufacturing plants right across the country.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Qualcomm Named to 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2021

May 18, 2021 3:45 PM ET

Among the 1,000 largest, U.S. public companies, Qualcomm ranked #2 in the Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment industry, and #28 overall.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

NortonLifeLock Ranks #1 on ESG Performance

May 18, 2021 3:35 PM ET

NortonLifeLock has again been named to 3BL Media’s 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking. This marks our second year on this prestigious list, which recognizes outstanding ESG transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest, U.S. public companies.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Comcast Joins Community Organizations to Launch Xfinity WiFi-Connected “Lift Zones” Across Greater Atlanta

May 18, 2021 3:20 PM ET

Comcast announces two new Xfinity WiFi-connected “Lift Zones” in greater Atlanta to support low-income students, families and others impacted by the global pandemic.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Mobile Health Teams Provide Health Care Access Amid Pandemic and Following Civil Unrest

May 18, 2021 2:50 PM ET

Senam Akyea, a high school student in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota, knew this wouldn’t be a typical school year. Throughout the uncertainty of the pandemic and following the civil unrest from last summer, she knows her peers are feeling stress and anxiety.

Innovation & Technology

Digitalization and the EHS&S Field - How to Really Approach the Boom

May 18, 2021 2:25 PM ET

Change is coming and you never know where it hits you and where it gives you wings – this was one of the big lessons in recent years with bringing EHS&S to the forefront of change and company strategy.

Environment

The Time to Act on PFAS Risks Is Now, Before It's Too Late

May 18, 2021 2:10 PM ET

PFAS compounds, known as “forever chemicals,” have been around for decades. But as our understanding of their impact on the ecosystem grows, so too is the urgency to take action on them. Here’s what businesses need to know right now.

Energy

Powering Hershey With Solar

May 18, 2021 2:05 PM ET

Our new solar projects with BayWa r.e. Solar Projects LLC / Americas and National Grid Renewables are key in pursuit of our 2030 goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and advance environmental action.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Owens Corning Is #1 on the 3BL 100 Best Corporate Citizens List for 2021

May 18, 2021 1:50 PM ET

Owens Corning is proud to be ranked #1 on 3BL’s 100 best corporate citizens list… again. It’s the first time a company has earned this position three times in a row, and we’re honored to have our work recognized.