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Environment

New Research Collaboration Takes Action to Restore Biodiversity and Increase Resilience in Agriculture Systems

Today, Bayer, IFPRI and ETH announce a research collaboration to address how agriculture can develop and implement new solutions to reduce its impact on biodiversity.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

New Holland Announces Winners of Its Photojournalism Award

New Holland South America announced the winners of its annual New Holland Photojournalism Award. The prestigious photo contest was held for the 14th time and four winners were honored during a virtual event on Earth Day.

Environment

La Red de Innovación e Impacto - Meet ACPACI

Through the La Red de Innovación e Impacto program, WEC and our partners support small and mid-size enterprises (SMEs) that are accelerating business development and promoting sustainable economic growth in Latin America.

Environment

La Red de Innovación e Impacto - Conoce a ACPACI

A través de la Iniciativa La Red de Innovación e Impacto programa, WEC y nuestros socios apoyamos a las pequeñas y medianas empresas que están acelerando el desarrollo empresarial y promoviendo el crecimiento económico sostenible en América Latina.

Media & Communications

McDonald's and the Biden Administration Team up to Raise Vaccine Awareness

Today, we explore how one major brand is using its marketing weight to build recognition of the importance and ease of obtaining the COVID-19 vaccine.

Diversity & Inclusion

Deckers Brands Featured in Report on Board Diversity

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

CEOs of World's Largest Companies Learn About “Human Magic” in Conversation with Former Best Buy CEO and Chairman Hubert Joly

Former Best Buy CEO and Chairman Hubert Joly addressed a closed-door session with CEOs in the Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP)© coalition during a CEO Virtual Roundtable.

Environment

Breaking Down Cardboard Recycling

According to the Wall Street Journal, Americans consumed more corrugated cardboard boxes than ever last year as a result of a surge in online shopping due to the pandemic. With the rise in online shopping, Republic Services facilities have also seen an influx of smaller boxes, which we refer to as the “Amazon Effect.”

Events, Media & Communications

Corporate Water Stewardship: Global Perspectives Across the Maturity Curve

Every company must start somewhere on their water stewardship journey. Strategies like setting contextual water targets, valuing the benefits of water stewardship activities, & assessing risks help companies measure, manage, & mitigate challenges.

Innovation & Technology

Journey to Mars: How Our Collaboration With Jet Propulsion Laboratory Fostered Innovation [Video]

Learn how the Qualcomm Flight Platform enables the first autonomous flight on Mars.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Brighter + Together: PSEG Powers NJ communities

Helping build sustainable and prosperous communities goes beyond energy. For more than 115 years, PSEG and its employees has been giving back to the communities where we live and work.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

VMware's Zero Carbon Committed Initiative to Drive Global Decarbonization Efforts

The Climate Decade is upon us. Our collective actions over the next 10 years will be critical in defining the future trajectory of our planet. With a renewed societal focus on sustainability and climate change over the past several years, it’s become increasingly clear we must drastically reduce our carbon emissions.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

CGF HRC and SSCI Host Informative Session on U.S. Customs and Border Protection

"We believe that the first step in developing any effective strategy for building and strengthening supply chain sustainability on a global scale is ensuring all actors are well-informed of realities and challenges."

Diversity & Inclusion

Veterans and Military Service Members Receive Free Admission to National Center for Civil and Human Rights With Support From the Home Depot Foundation

The National Center for Civil and Human Rights (The Center) and The Home Depot Foundation are providing free admission to The Center for veterans and current military service members on significant dates in May, National Military Appreciation Month.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Land Betterment Corporation Celebrates Cureate for Telling the Story of Resilience and Creativity Within Appalachia During the Pandemic

Land Betterment Corporation (“Land Betterment” or the “Company”) is proud to support its independent director, Kim Bryden, and her company Cureate, in bringing the spotlight to small town America.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Comcast NBCUniversal Named a Top 10 Company on DiversityInc's Top 50 List

For the fourth year in a row, Comcast NBCUniversal has been honored as a top 10 company on DiversityInc’s Top 50 list as one of the nation’s most inclusive companies, placing #6 overall.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Expert Volunteer Support at Your Nonprofit's Fingertips

Join Taproot’s free webinar for nonprofits on Thursday, May 20 at 1 PM ET/10 AM PT for all the tools you’ll need to tap into support from skilled volunteers. You’ll learn how to plan for and manage a successful pro bono project.

Environment

In Historic Votes, Shareholders Demand Strong Climate Action From the U.S. Oil and Gas Industry

Winning vote totals on shareholder proposals at Phillips66 and ConocoPhillips this week sent a clear signal to the oil and gas industry that investors want to see ambitious climate action — and small commitments are no longer enough.

Education

First Lady Jill Biden Welcomes Students Across America to the Nation's Capital in Discovery Education's City of U.S. Virtual Field Trip to Washington, D.C.

For many American elementary and middle school students, a field trip to Washington, D.C. is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that opens their eyes to an exciting world beyond their classroom.

Diversity & Inclusion

KeyBank and the Precisionists Inc. Grow and Expand Innovative Program Supporting Employment of Individuals With Developmental Disabilities

KeyBank and The Precisionists, Inc. are growing and expanding their partnership in a program designed to provide employment for adults with developmental disabilities, such as autism.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Beyond the Field with Matt Ryan

Truist is an Official Retail Bank of the NFL. We caught up with Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan on his life Beyond the Field, including what brings him joy, inspiration and a sense of purpose.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

O-I Glass Sets Recycled Content Goal to Average 50 Percent by 2030

O-I Glass currently has an average of 38 percent recycled glass, and set a goal to increase recycled content to a 50 percent average by 2030.

Health & Healthcare

Mastercard Commits $25 Million+ to Ensure Equitable Access to Vaccines Across the Globe, Partnering With Global Citizens VAX LIVE Campaign

COVID-19 has taken its toll in every region, every country and every community. The accessibility of vaccines and therapeutics are not ubiquitous across the globe, leaving vulnerable populations disadvantaged.

Health & Healthcare

Biogen, Americares and Harvard Chan C-CHANGE Help Community Health Clinics Address Climate Risks

Biogen, Americares, and the Center for Climate, Health and the Global Environment at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health have teamed up to help community health clinics in the United States mitigate climate risks.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

WSP USA Earns APTA's Highest Recognition for Sustainability Commitment

The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) awarded Platinum-level recognition through its Sustainability Commitment program to WSP USA, a leading engineering and professional services consultancy.

Latest Campaigns

  1. AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism
    AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...
  2. 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...
  3. Social Progress
    Social engagement has always been an integral part of our sense of responsibility as a company. We care and we act to do our part to improve the...
  4. Accelerating access to healthcare technology
    We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...
  5. Innovation Spotlight: Duke Energy
    At Duke Energy, we’re always improving operations and finding smart, safe and innovative ways to power the communities we serve. We’re embracing new...
  6. 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...
  7. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
    The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.
  8. Subaru Love Promise: Community
    Subaru is dedicated to supporting those who need it the most in our communities. From donating food to Feeding America, providing essential items to...
  9. CARE Corporate Partnerships
    CARE works with corporate partners globally to invest in innovative, scalable, impactful, community-based solutions.
  10. AEG's Commitment to Sustainable Operations
    AEG's sustainability initiatives are designed to reduce our consumption of the planet’s limited resources. Through our comprehensive sustainability...
  11. KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service
    KeyBank Foundation helps build thriving communities by supporting organizations and programs that foster thriving students and a thriving workforce...
  12. LG Air Conditioning Solutions
    About LG Conditioning Technologies The LG Electronics USA Air Conditioning Technologies business is based in Alpharetta, Ga. LG is a leading player in...
  13. Profiles of Good Character and Inspiring Innovation
    There are two pillars to CACl’s culture: character – our commitment to ethics and integrity in all we do, and innovation – our dedication to...
  14. Profiles of Good Character and Inspiring Innovation
    There are two pillars to CACl’s culture: character – our commitment to ethics and integrity in all we do, and innovation – our dedication to...
  15. Food Systems and Livelihoods
    Illustrate how resilient food systems and economic empowerment enable long-term food security. Cover climate-smart agriculture, local market access...