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.

Sustainable Development Goals

How Can Companies Deliver Impact for the SDGs?

UN Sustainable Development Goals are central to how we collaborate to address the most urgent global challenges. The Goals provide a route map towards a better and more sustainable future, yet what do they mean in practice for companies?

Energy

Three New Business Models to Achieve Carbon-Reduction Goals

Tetra Tech’s senior climate advisor Rodrigo Chaparro looks at Cooperative Approaches as a market-based path toward net zero.

Environment

Trane Technologies Statement on the Ratification of the Kigali Amendment

Paul Camuti, executive vice president and chief technology and sustainability officer of Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, issued the following statement regarding the ratification of the Kigali Amendment.

Events, Media & Communications

Gildan’s Environmental Initiatives To Be Featured on StarMedia Productions Show: Earth With John Holden

Gildan will be featured in an episode of StarMedia Productions’ show Earth with John Holden, an Emmy Award winning television series that spotlights environmental initiatives and the innovative companies that are making them happen.

Education

Land Betterment Impact Minute #41: Outreach Strategies With Bill Shory

Bill Shory of Fleur de Lis Communications explains the importance of building outreach into your community impact strategies and shares tips on how to do so.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CNH Industrial Wins Two AB 2022 Awards in Brazil for Its Sustainable Innovations

CNH Industrial’s commitment to innovation that transforms, connects people, technologies and everyday practices has seen it recognized once again as one of the most innovative companies in Brazil.

Environment

Saving the Planet, One Tree at a Time

Rayonier was recently selected as an industry leader in innovative forestry management for a segment on Inside The Blueprint.

Innovation & Technology

Thermo King® by Trane Technologies Unveils Cutting Edge Cold Chain Decarbonization Solutions for Truck, Trailer & Bus at IAA Transportation 2022

Thermo King® unveiled cutting edge truck, trailer and bus solutions for cold chain electrification and decarbonization at IAA Transportation 2022 in Hannover, Germany.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Leading Online Operators Launch Principles for Responsible Gaming

The largest online gaming operators in the country have come together to agree to the first industry-led responsible gaming standards. The 12-point pledge is a commitment to principles of responsible online gaming and are recommended as the principles for an industry benchmark.

Sustainable Development Goals

Mark S. Sutton, International Paper CEO, on Building a Better IP

Building a Better IP is our plan for accelerating improvement and creating long-term, sustainable value for all of our stakeholders. Our Vision 2030 goals are an integral part of this plan.

Green Infrastructure

Henkel Expands Brandon Facility To Support EV and Electronics Manufacturing

The expanded facility will bring state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities and allow Henkel to increase production of thermal interface materials used to manufacture high-performance electronics and electric vehicles (EV).

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Sappi Leaders Recognized for Excellence

The Society of American Foresters (SAF) has bestowed Rebecca Barnard, Sappi Forestry Certification Manager, with the Young Forester Leadership Award for her dedication to sustainability and responsible forestry.

Energy

Decarbonizing Fleets With Renewable Diesel

Fleet managers seeking for immediate, efficient emissions reductions should look to renewable diesel paired with mobile fueling.

Environment

Walmart and P&G Partner With TerraCycle To Launch Recycling Program

The recycling program aims to help the planet and local communities by reducing waste and keeping otherwise non-recyclable plastic packaging out of landfills.

Diversity & Inclusion

Nielsen Study Finds Hispanic Representation on Both Sides of the Camera, Drives Bingeability and Cultural Watchability for Latinos and New Audiences

Inclusion of Hispanic talent in front and behind the camera in streaming programs has a direct correlation on the bingeability and cultural watchability according to Nielsen's latest Diverse Intelligence Series (DIS) report.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Building the Future Workforce: Stanley Black & Decker Re-Opens Application Period for Global Impact Challenge To Empower Makers

The application period for Stanley Black & Decker’s annual Empower Makers Global Impact Challenge will be open from October 1 – October 25, 2022.

Health & Healthcare

UnitedHealthcare and Peloton To Provide Millions of More People With Access to a Leading Interactive Fitness Platform

UnitedHealthcare, part of UnitedHealth Group, and Peloton Interactive, Inc. have renewed and expanded their relationship to help more people get or stay active and improve their overall well-being.

Diversity & Inclusion

Building Better Trust and Loyalty in Latino Communities

Gaining trust of Latino community members is at the core of helping them better understand banking and building wealth, says Susana Melendez-Valencia, regional president and head of Commercial Banking for PNC’s Texas Border Market.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Dow Wins Six 2022 R&D 100 Awards

Dow (NYSE: DOW) has rounded out the 2022 R&D 100 Awards, a signature program of R&D Magazine, with a total of six winners and one special recognition.

Environment

BIER Member Spotlight: Magaly Feliciano Lozada

Welcome to our series aimed at spotlighting the individual leaders within BIER member companies and stakeholder organizations. Learn how these practitioners and their companies are addressing pressing challenges around water, energy, agriculture,

Innovation & Technology

Cleaning Innovations Company Launches Backpack System To Increase Productivity, Safety, and Sustainability

Cleaning innovations company Tersano launches a new technology that increases productivity, safety, and sustainability: SAO2GO, a backpack that instantly turns ordinary tap water into a cleaner, sanitizer, and deodorizer.

Energy

Keeping Cool: 8 Tips for Air Conditioner Efficiency

With Southern California experiencing hotter summers each year, cranking up the air conditioner is necessary for many Southern California Edison residential and business customers.

Social Impact & Volunteering

We've Made Great Progress in Delivering Connectivity to Underserved Students. And As the Urgency Increases, We Won't Stop.

We at T-Mobile have taken seriously our responsibility to do our part to help underserved students access the internet, technology and resources they need to receive an education AND pursue a world of opportunities.

Events, Media & Communications

Live From UNGA 77 - September 19

For 10 years, we have been workingwith the Whitaker Peace & Development Initiative (WPDI) to help youngsters affected by conflict and violence to foster safer and more productive communities in Africa and Latin America.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Regions Awards Record Number of Riding Forward Scholarships

The contest, which entered its 11th year in 2022, honors Black History Month by encouraging young people to share the stories of Black Americans who inspire them.

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