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Smart Chemistry to Improve Energy Performance of Buildings in Europe

Innovation & Technology

Achieving net zero by 2050 hinges on innovation, some of which will be nearly invisible, hiding in the walls of our houses, in heating and cooling systems, or in the wiring of smart homes.

Cummins CEO Makes Case for Climate Action During White House Visit

Environment

Cummins Inc. Chairman and CEO Tom Linebarger joined other corporate leaders at the White House Wednesday, January 26, making the case for aggressive action on climate change.

Powering Sustainable Growth: CN Releases Sustainability Report

Research, Reports & Publications

CN’s 2020 Delivering Responsibly Sustainability Report reflects the progress made in its ESG initiatives and details key targets for the company’s sustainability journey as it continues to implement its strategic plan.

Biogen Included in 2022 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

We recognize the role we play to foster a more inclusive future, including developing the next generation of female leaders at all levels of our organization.

Dow Named a 2022 Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by Human Rights Campaign

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

In recognition of its inclusive workplace, Dow has been named by the Human Rights Campaign to its 2022 list of the "Best Places to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality."

Suppliers Are Funding Economic Opportunity Through Whole Planet Foundation

Social Impact & Volunteering

Whole Planet Foundation’s top supplier donors for 2022 are funding essential to alleviate global poverty. These brands are committed to donating $50,000-$100,000 to alleviate global poverty this year.

Regions Financial Named One of America's Most JUST Companies

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Regions Financial Corp., the parent company of Regions Bank, on Wednesday announced the company has been named as one of America’s Most JUST Companies by JUST Capital, along with its media partner CNBC.

Fifth Third Bank Earns Top Marks in Human Rights Campaign's 2022 Corporate Equality Index

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third received a score of 100 for the seventh consecutive year on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index, the foremost benchmarking survey measuring policies & practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.

The Home Depot Names Ted Decker CEO, Effective March 1, 2022

Events, Media & Communications

The Home Depot®, the world's largest home improvement retailer, today announced that Edward “Ted” Decker has been named CEO and president, and has been elected to the company’s board of directors, all effective March 1, 2022. Craig Menear, currently chairman and CEO, will continue to serve as Chair of the Board.

HIV in the Time of COVID-19: The Case for Investment

Health & Healthcare

As the world continues to grapple with COVID-19, we can’t lose sight of another health crisis: the ongoing HIV epidemic.

Why Work at Acre? - EU

​Acre will be raising a toast this month to celebrate its second anniversary since opening the doors to its Amsterdam office.

United Officially Opens Flight Academy and Welcomes Historic Inaugural Pilot Class

Diversity & Inclusion

United, the only major U.S. airline to own a flight training school, officially opened United Aviate Academy and welcomed a historic inaugural class of future pilots, 80% of whom are women or people of color.

Wells Fargo Donates $20 Million to Strengthen Small Businesses in Atlanta

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Wells Fargo today announced a $20 million donation to help Atlanta small business owners own more of their businesses’ assets, including property and equipment, and to enable physical upgrades to their facilities. The United Way of Greater Atlanta, in collaboration with Invest Atlanta, will distribute the funding as a mix of grants and loans in the city, with a focus on Black-owned and other diverse-owned businesses.

Lehigh Cement and Enbridge Agree to Advance a CO2 Storage Solution in Alberta

Responsible Production & Consumption

Lehigh is developing North America's first full-scale carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) solution for the cement industry at its Edmonton plant, with the goal of capturing approximately 780,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2) annually.

Ecolab Named Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality by Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for 10th Consecutive Year

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

For the 10th consecutive year, Ecolab has received a perfect score of 100% on the Corporate Equality Index (CEI), designating it as one of the “Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality.”

Lenovo Named One of The Financial Times' 2022 Diversity Leaders

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

For the third year running, The Financial Times published its annual index of companies leading the way in diversity. This year Lenovo ranked #23 in the list of hardware manufacturers.

Opportunities for Alignment of Sustainability and Financial Reporting Standards

Following confirmation of two senior appointments to the IFRS International Sustainability Standards Board GRI has reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with the newly established body.

What 'Support Our Troops' Really Means: Hiring a Veteran Is Just the Beginning

Diversity & Inclusion

The list of skills that military veterans bring to the civilian workplace is well known, but employers can also benefit by looking outside the list and cultivating a veteran’s desire to develop new skills in the private sector.

Educational Resources for Data Privacy Day

Education

Every click creates data. As schools continue to grapple with new realities, the growing presence of online learning means an ever-increasing amount of data created by and about youth.

Buckeye Partners Selects Black & Veatch to Build 270-MW Solar Project in Central Texas

Energy

With a clear focus on creating sustainable energy solutions and value for its stakeholders, Buckeye Partners, L.P. will build a 270-megawatt solar project in central Texas. To develop this critical renewable energy project, which adds to the company’s growing and diversified portfolio of lower-carbon solutions, Houston-based Buckeye has selected Black & Veatch to provide engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services for the planned Project Parker photovoltaic solar project.

Aflac and Deion Sanders Launch Program Designed to Help Americans Facing Medical Debt

Health & Healthcare

Recognizing that nearly 50 percent of Americans face medical debt, Aflac has announced a national initiative, Close the Gap, designed to help those facing large medial bills.

What We Learned at Career Exploration Day 2021

Education

ASD hosted its Career Exploration Day and Virtual Career Fair, sponsored by Qualcomm. The event served to connect students, who are enrolled in employer-verified training programs, with opportunities across a range of industries and professions.

Field to Market Announces Three-Year Strategic Plan, Welcomes New Board Members

Environment

Field to Market: The Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture announced today the launch of a new three-year strategic plan and welcomed new board members.

Clermont Partners and Workiva Offer Companies ESG Strategy Development and Reporting

Media & Communications

Clermont Partners, a leading environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy and communications firm, today announced it has partnered with Workiva to streamline ESG reporting for clients.

Clarion Partners Announces Support for the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures

“Becoming a TCFD Supporter and following the TCFD disclosure recommendations reinforce our commitment to being a leader in responsible investing and sustainability,” said Clarion Partners Head of ESG Karen Mahrous.