ESG News from Leading Brands

Keep up with the latest environmental, social and governance news from companies embracing the triple bottom line, shared via 3BL's distribution platform.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Smarter Farming With Ravensdown and ThinkPads in the (Literal) Field

Agritech and the adoption of smart tech on farms around New Zealand is helping farmers achieve a host of benefits: higher crop yield, fewer pesticides, less nutrient run-off and greater sustainability – to name a few.

Green Infrastructure

The Ray Announces Collaboration to Drive Transportation Innovation in Central Texas

The Ray is taking its proven record of innovation and sustainability to Central Texas through separate signed charters with the Texas Department of Transportation Austin District, Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority and the City of Austin.

Green Infrastructure

Enbridge Innovation in Action: Environmental Highlights

Natural resources and green spaces are precious to every community, and we know that the way we care for the air, land and water matters to everyone. At Enbridge, we take responsibility to the environment seriously.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Vistra's TXU Energy Launches New Plan With Automatic Savings for Electric Vehicle Owners

Vistra's flagship retail electricity brand, TXU Energy, today announced the launch of TXU Energy EV PassSM. The company’s first plan designed specifically for electric vehicle owners gives customers 50% off all energy charges every weeknight and all weekend long

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

ASPCA Commits Additional $2 Million to Animal Welfare Organizations Impacted by the COVID-19 Crisis

Earlier this year, Subaru of America, Inc. partnered with the ASPCA to distribute nearly $700,000 in grant funding to support virtual adoption events hosted by animal welfare organizations and local Subaru retailers across the country.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

23 Companies Incentivize Us to Power Women Entrepreneurs During Women's History Month

The Whole Planet Foundation International Women’s Day virtual event had 500+ participants come together during March 7-8 to expand women’s opportunities through access to entrepreneurship.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Hershey: Responsible Sourcing

Our Responsible Sourcing strategy guides how we positively contribute to the sustainability and livelihoods of the communities and ecosystems we depend on to source ingredients, manufacture and deliver our products.

Education

My Green Lab Launches Accredited Professional Program for Lab Sustainability

My Green Lab today announced at their annual Summit the launch of their Accredited Professional (AP) Program for laboratory sustainability.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Pandemic Milestone: A Fresh Perspective on Group Benefits

According to the 2020-2021 Aflac WorkForces Report, 35% of workers say improving their benefits package is the one thing their employer could do to keep them in their jobs — second only to increasing their pay.

Social Impact & Volunteering

In Solidarity with Our Asian and Pacific Islander Communities

A year ago, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the novel coronavirus a pandemic and the world went into a lockdown like no other.

Events, Media & Communications

CEOs of IKEA USA, B Lab, Google on Moving Ambition to Action

Sustainability is critical to every aspect of business, and the organisations that do not realize this are jeopardizing their survival. Business models need to be rethought and restructured to deliver on the sustainability transition.

Innovation & Technology

When It Comes to Tackling Emissions, Home Is Where 'the Smart' Is

Over the last year, we’ve spent up to 60% more time at home compared to before the pandemic.

Diversity & Inclusion

Beyond Malaysia and Back Again With Principal CEO of Asset Management Berhad: Munirah Khairuddin

Like any working parent, Munirah Khairuddin juggles—a lot. As CEO of Principal Asset Management Berhad in Malaysia, there’s a global investment team to manage and colleagues across the company to consult.

Health & Healthcare

Committing to Our Clinical Trial Communities

Clinical trials are a vital part of the process that brings innovative products and treatments to people in need. No matter the disease or condition, the overarching goal remains the same.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Rockwell Automation's Green Roof Provides a Symbol of Sustainability in Milwaukee

Rockwell Automation’s Majo Thurman, director of environment, health & safety, discussed the green roof atop the company’s global headquarters building in Milwaukee in a recent interview with WaterMarks: An Atlas of Water for the City of Milwaukee.

Innovation & Technology

Comcast Commits to Investing $1 Billion Over Next 10 Years To Reach 50 Million Low-Income Americans With Tools and Resources To Succeed in Digital World

On the 10th anniversary of its Internet Essentials program, Comcast today announced it would invest $1 billion over the next 10 years to help further close the digital divide...

Events, Media & Communications

EarthxFilm 2021 Announces Film Lineup for 5th Edition (April 16-25)

EarthxFilm announces ten days and nights of drive-in, outdoor and online screenings during this year’s hybrid edition of the Dallas-based environmental film festival.

Diversity & Inclusion

Banking on Family

While it's fairly unique for siblings to hold leadership positions at different banks in Buffalo, Trina and Kawanza are even more rare because they are Black women in a male-dominated industry.

Environment

Ecocentricity Blog: Calling All Generalists

I’ve come to realize just how multidisciplinary sustainability is, and to actually solve our environmental challenges, we need to become generalists.

Research, Reports & Publications

A New Source of Data on Russian Companies, RAEX-Europe

The Russian Federation has a huge influence on world events. It is a powerhouse in many natural resources industries and has strong tech and manufacturing businesses.

Research, Reports & Publications

Investments in Digitalisation Increase CLP's Resilience to Unprecedented Challenges

In its new Sustainability Report, CLP Group highlighted the important role of digitalisation and innovation in strengthening the Group’s business and operational resilience amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out more in the latest report.

Innovation & Technology

Goodyear Teams up with Electric Mobility Pioneer UFODRIVE

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today announced a strategic relationship with UFODRIVE, an all-digital, all-electric car rental company, aimed at improving electric vehicle fleet performance.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How Has Money Influenced My Life

As I approach 70, next year, perhaps being more focused on money, might have made things easier over the years, but I have no regrets. I love what I do and love helping others and mobilizing capital to create an economy based upon well-being.

Innovation & Technology

Gildan and Its Family of Brands Take Their 2021 Trade Shows Online

In the printwear channel, the beginning of the year is synonymous with trade show season, but in 2020 and 2021, everything is different. Trade show exhibitions have been forced to move online amid the continuity of the COVID-19 pandemic, forgoing, for the time being, face-to-face interactions.

Education

Project Drawdown and Partners Launch the World's First Major Educational Experience Focused on Solving Climate Change

Climate Solutions 101 is a shift to action for a brighter climate future. The multimedia education experience on climate change is now live, thanks to collaboration between Project Drawdown and founding sponsors—global climate innovator Trane Tech...

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  2. KeyBank's Community Investment
    In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...
  3. Environmental Leadership
    Meeting the world’s growing demand for chemicals that play a critical role in our daily lives requires Chemours to grow while reducing our...
  4. Building a Sustainable Future | Decarbonizing the Built Environment
    The building sector accounts for nearly 40% of carbon emissions and nearly 50% of the consumption of natural resources. The industry stands at a...
  5. GoDaddy Sustainability News & Reports
    GoDaddy's ESG reporting shows our progress in building a more sustainable, equitable and inclusive society and outlines areas for future growth.
  6. IWBI | WELL Building Standard
    Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...
  7. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
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  9. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  10. Kingfisher Around the World
    The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...
  11. 2025 Global Inclusive Growth Summit
    This annual event hosted by the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth will explore how we can build strong growth and economic opportunity for all...
  12. KeyBank: Responsible Banking
    Everyone’s financial journey is different. We make intentional efforts to meet the individual needs of clients and communities through a diverse range...
  13. Kingfisher Around the World
    The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...
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