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UWG, Southwire Partner To Elevate Sustainability Initiatives

Social Impact & Volunteering

The University of West Georgia and Southwire, one of North America’s leading manufacturers of wire and cable, have joined forces to advance sustainability efforts and promote the holistic development of their shared community.

Qurate Retail Group Releases Third Annual Corporate Responsibility Report

Research, Reports & Publications

Qurate Retail GroupSM, a world leader in video commerce (“vCommerce”), which includes video driven shopping across linear TV, ecommerce sites, digital streaming and social platforms, today announced the release of its third annual Corporate Responsibility (CR) Report.

Accelera by Cummins, Daimler Truck and PACCAR Form Joint Venture To Advance U.S. Battery Cell Production

Energy

Accelera™ by Cummins, Daimler Trucks & Buses and PACCAR are partnering to accelerate and localize battery cell production and the battery supply chain in the United States.

TC Energy’s Partnership With New Acre™ Project Empowers Farmers To Fight Climate Change

Through a multi-year pilot partnership with New Acre Project, TC Energy has helped farmers and ranchers produce nature-based climate solutions on 135 acres of marginal farmland to increase biodiversity, improve watershed health and mitigate the effects of climate change.

From Business to Community Impact, Minneapolis Barbershop Finds Success

Diversity & Inclusion

Wilson’s Image, a barbershop in the heart of North Minneapolis, is known for being more than just a place to get a haircut. It’s been transformed into a place for community.

Announcing a New Publication Featuring TrailGuard AI: A Novel AI-Based Camera-Alert System Designed To Promote Coexistence Between Tigers and Humans

Environment

For decades, tiger biologists have dreamt of a “smart” camera-alerting system capable of detecting a tiger on the prowl and sending images instantly to a cell phone.

Forbes Names Cintas Among America’s Best-In-State Employers

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Cintas Corporation has been named to Forbes’ America’s Best-in-State Employers 2023 list for the second year in a row.

The Value of Chain of Custody Certification: How Retailers Are Meeting Consumer Preference for Responsibly Sourced and Sustainable Goods

Responsible Production & Consumption

In recent years, global demand for sustainable and responsibly sourced wood products has surged. To address this demand and demonstrate their commitment, major retailers such as Wayfair, Costco, H&M, The Home Depot, and Target have embraced third-party certifications.

KeyBank Awards Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership with $300,000 Grant to Increase Affordable and Sustainable Housing

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The KeyBank Foundation has awarded Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership (INHP) a $300,000 grant to continue its efforts to create or preserve affordable housing opportunities near Indianapolis transit lines as part of the city’s first Equitable Transit development.

MilliporeSigma’s Dustin Andre Named a GreenBiz 30 Under 30 Honoree for Advancing Packaging Sustainability

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Dustin Andre, product and packaging sustainability specialist at the Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, has been recognized by GreenBiz’s 30 Under 30 List for his passion for the environment that led to the pilot launch of MilliporeSigma’s Greener Cooler.

Charlize Theron, Chris Rock, Daymond John, Eddie Izzard, Katie Holmes, Liza Koshy, Natasha Lyonne, Nomzamo Mbatha and Vladimir Duthiers To Take the Global Citizen Festival Stage on September 23

Events, Media & Communications

The 2023 Global Citizen Festival will broadcast live to the world on Saturday, September 23 from New York City’s Central Park, where 60 thousand global citizens, along with the world’s leading artists and advocates, will gather for a day of action and advocacy.

Expanding Access to Solar Power

Energy

Sheep Creek is SCE’s first community solar project as part of California’s Enhanced Community Renewables program, which allows utility customers to work directly with developers to subscribe to renewable energy projects in their communities.

Duke Energy Foundation Donates Additional $100,000 To Support Communities Following Hurricane Idalia Devastation

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

To continue assisting our communities with disaster relief, the Duke Energy Foundation is committing an additional $100,000 in grants to support local recovery and disaster relief efforts in Florida.

Entergy Volunteers and Quad Area Community Action Agency Partner To Weatherize Homes

Social Impact & Volunteering

A team of Entergy employee volunteers and members of Quad Area Community Action Agency worked together to weatherize the home of Gerry Matherne in Laplace.

Leveraging Corporate Might to Create a Legacy of Impact

Environment

Companies and corporations play a major role in the successful implementation of nature-based solutions to address climate change.

Crypto.Com Arena Receives WELL Health-Safety Rating

Sustainable Development Goals

Crypto.com Arena, one of the most iconic sports and music venues in the world, announced today that it has earned the prestigious WELL Health-Safety Rating.

McDonald’s Archways to Opportunity Has Awarded More Than $185 Million in High School and College Tuition Assistance

Education

At McDonald’s, we believe opportunity starts with education – which is why we and many participating Franchisees offer avenues for learning to restaurant employees across the globe.

Speaking of Sustainability: Fawn Uhl, Director of R&D, Building Insulation and FOAMULAR®

Sustainable Development Goals

With a background in chemistry, Fawn Uhl brings a unique perspective to Owens Corning’s research and development initiatives.

Packed Up and Ready for School

Social Impact & Volunteering

Regions Bank associates are pitching in to help ease this financial pressure for families and ensure students and teachers across the bank’s footprint are equipped and ready for a fresh start to the new school year.

Insights From Dublin: Fostering Precision Oncology for Better Patient Outcomes

Health & Healthcare

The 35th European Congress of Pathology (ECP), taking place September 9–13 in Dublin, Ireland, is a focal point for pathologists from over 100 countries and serves as a platform for the latest advancements in the field.

The Home Depot’s Retool Your School Grants Improve And Beautify HBCUs

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

From landscaping and renovating dorms to repaving athletic courts, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) around the country are using Retool Your School grant money to improve student life.

Action Against Hunger Responds to Severe Flooding in Libya

Environment

Action Against Hunger teams in Libya are ready to support the local Libyan Red Crescent in the distribution of food packages, hygiene kits, and other essential items for 1,000 affected people.

Advancing Project UP’s Goals for Students

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Since the ACP ’s launch nearly two years ago, Comcast has been committed to raising awareness about this ambitious funding program, which, when applied to Comcast’s Internet Essentials or Internet Essentials Plus tiers, makes home Internet effectively free.

We Are Better Together: DEI at Enbridge

Diversity & Inclusion

Enbridge’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) program is animated by one fundamental belief: We are better together. We believe having a workforce that closely reflects the communities where we live and work strengthens relationships and helps build trust.

Get Informed About Energy Attribute Certificates (EACs or RECs): A Buyer’s Guide

Energy

A straightforward way for companies to start an emission reduction pathway is to reduce their scope 2 emissions – these are the indirect emissions from the electricity purchased and used by the organisation.