ESG News from Leading Brands

Environment

Ecocentricity Blog: What Makes a Goal Good

Jun 17, 2020 10:30 AM ET

If a company doesn’t know how to accomplish a sustainability goal, then that’s a good thing! The uncertainty and stress that is induced by a stretch-goal invites creativity, innovation, and growth.

Environment

Whole Kids Foundation Celebrates June's National Pollinator Month by Taking Kids Inside the Hive With Free Online Educational Activities

Jun 17, 2020 10:00 AM ET

With June as National Pollinator Month, Whole Kids Foundation announced today the launch of the Give Bees a Chance campaign showcasing the vital role that bees play in our food system.

Research, Reports & Publications

MetLife Releases Annual Sustainability Report

Jun 17, 2020 9:45 AM ET

In its annual Sustainability Report, released today, MetLife disclosed that the total value of the COVID-19 relief and support the company and MetLife Foundation have provided comes to more than a quarter of a billion dollars.

Events, Media & Communications

Webcasts Focus on Role of Buildings, Communities and Organizations to Respond to Today's Global Health Challenges

Jun 17, 2020 9:30 AM ET

With the gravity of the situation regarding COVID-19, today, more than ever, places matter to the future of protecting our families, our businesses and the public at large.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Safety Month: Focus 4

Jun 17, 2020 9:00 AM ET

Tetra Tech’s Focus Four Injury Prevention Program (FOCUS 4) is a foundational component of our Health & Safety program. FOCUS 4 addresses the four types of hazards that most frequently result in injury to our employees. For Safety Month, we want to show how we are Safer and Stronger Together by ensuring everyone is aware of these hazards and can take the necessary precautions to avoid them.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

America’s Charities and SmartSimple Launch Engage, the World’s First End-to-End Giving and CSR Solution That Tells the Complete Picture of Global Impact

Jun 16, 2020 8:55 PM ET

America’s Charities and SmartSimple Software Inc. (“SmartSimple”) today announced the launch of America’s Charities Engage, powered by SmartSimple (“Engage.”) Engage is the world’s first end-to-end giving and corporate social responsibility (CSR) solution that tells the complete picture of an organization’s global impact – all on one platform.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

America's Charities and SmartSimple Launch Engage, the World's First End-to-End Giving and CSR Solution That Tells the Complete Picture of Global Impact

Jun 16, 2020 8:55 PM ET

America’s Charities and SmartSimple Software Inc. (“SmartSimple”) today announced the launch of America’s Charities Engage, powered by SmartSimple (“Engage”). Engage is an end-to-end giving and corporate social responsibility (CSR) solution that tells the complete picture of an organization’s global impact and the world’s first to fully incorporate the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – the global blueprint for a better world.

Environment

Castle Redmond: Hope For Racial Justice

Jun 16, 2020 8:05 PM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

Supreme Court Ruling Is Important Victory for LGBTQ Americans and Our LGBTQ Employees

Jun 16, 2020 5:20 PM ET

Nearly a year ago, Bloomberg LP joined with more than 200 companies and signed onto an amicus brief filed with the Supreme Court of the United States in a trio of cases, urging it to protect LGBTQ workers from discrimination on the basis of their sex

Research, Reports & Publications

Schneider Electric's 2019 Circular Economy Highlights

Jun 16, 2020 4:45 PM ET

The responsible use of resources is central to our identity. Circularity is a model that offers efficiencies that build upon themselves; over the past year, circular principles helped us outpace our own expectations toward our sustainability progress.

Environment

Keysight's New Regenerative Power Supplies Reduce Cooling and Electricity Costs with an Eco-friendly Design

Jun 16, 2020 4:45 PM ET

Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS), a leading technology company that helps enterprises, service providers and governments accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world, today announced it is expanding the company's RP7900 Series...

Events, Media & Communications

The National Diversity Council Announces Juneteenth Launch of the Coalition for Racial Justice & Equity in Solidarity With Communities Affected by Systemic Racism

Jun 16, 2020 4:35 PM ET

The National Coalition for Racial Justice & Equity will launch on Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the ending of slavery in the U.S. A special announcement will be made by National Diversity Council CEO from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. CST.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Yum! Brands Named to 3BL Media's 100 Best Corporate Citizens List

Jun 16, 2020 4:05 PM ET

The recognition demonstrates the continued commitment of KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and The Habit Burger Grill to being good corporate stewards and showing progress through ongoing public reporting and disclosure.

Events, Media & Communications

Transforming Corporate Finance, Accounting, Decision Making and Reporting through ESG Innovation

Jun 16, 2020 4:00 PM ET

Sustainable Brands ® (SB) and SOCAP Global (SOCAP) today jointly announce the formation of a partnership to bring to market Integrate 2020, the evolution of SB’s New Metrics conference, now in its 8th year.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CBRE Group, Inc. Among 2020 100 Best Corporate Citizens

Jun 16, 2020 3:45 PM ET

3BL Media has named CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE) to its 2020 100 Best Corporate Citizens list, which recognizes outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest U.S. public companies

Environment

CNH Industrial Is Firmly Committed to Protecting and Enhancing Biodiversity

Jun 16, 2020 3:00 PM ET

A key priority at CNH Industrial is to help combat climate change, whose negative impact on ecosystems affects the quality of life for people in local communities, as well as consumer choices.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Hormel Foods Named to 100 Best Corporate Citizens List for 12th Consecutive Year

Jun 16, 2020 3:00 PM ET

Hormel Foods has been named to the 100 Best Corporate Citizens list by 3BL Media, recognizing outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest, U.S. public companies.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Merck Named to 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2020

Jun 16, 2020 2:35 PM ET

3BL Media has named Merck to its annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, recognizing outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest, U.S. public companies.

Diversity & Inclusion

June Is for Pride ... and Teamwork

Jun 16, 2020 2:30 PM ET

June is Pride Month for the LGBTQ Community and allies alike. And it’s a great time to celebrate The Hershey Company’s deep commitment to diversity and inclusion and our support of LGBTQ employees who make our company a great place to work.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Supporting Sustainable Communities: Bloomberg Corporate Philanthropy

Jun 16, 2020 2:20 PM ET

Philanthropy and service are an integral part of the Bloomberg culture.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

AFLAC Donates 10,000 Face Shields to Montgomery County EMA

Jun 16, 2020 2:15 PM ET

AFLAC donated 10,000 face shields to the Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency on June 8 – a donation that started with a concerned doctor’s comment to her husband.

Research, Reports & Publications

Black & Veatch: Climate Change, Global Pandemic Highlight Water Industry's Need for Greater Resilience Through Planning, Digital Water Programs

Jun 16, 2020 2:00 PM ET

Facing a diverse array of headwinds to their operations, U.S. water industry leaders are looking to accelerate innovation in strategy, operations and capital planning by harnessing digital assets and data analytics, Black & Veatch’s newly released Strategic Directions: Water Report finds

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Xylem Ranks in Top 20 Among 100 Best Corporate Citizens, Globally

Jun 16, 2020 2:00 PM ET

Xylem ranked 16th in an assessment of 1000 companies globally, rising two places since its 2019 evaluation. The Company also took second place among all Capital Goods companies in the list.

Diversity & Inclusion

Understanding Racism and Working Toward Change

Jun 16, 2020 1:45 PM ET

The past few weeks have been traumatizing and painful. The unjustified killing of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, and the blatant examples of racism have now forced many to understand what the Black community has known and experienced our entire lives.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Adobe Celebrates Sustainable Package Design and Dieline 2020 Award Winners

Jun 16, 2020 1:30 PM ET

Advancements within the CPG industry, especially the beverage sector, have an immense value, particularly when it comes to sustainability and designing for circularity.