Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Innovation & Technology

Automated Agricultural Helpers: Ripe for Robots

Jul 5, 2022 10:55 AM ET

Responsible Production & Consumption

New Organizations Join IWBI Membership Program

Jul 5, 2022 10:55 AM ET

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) is pleased to announce new organizations that have joined its membership program.

Research, Reports & Publications

Suncor Releases Its Annual Report on Sustainability and Climate Report

Jul 5, 2022 10:30 AM ET

Suncor’s 2022 Report on Sustainability and Climate Report are now available here, continuing our long tradition of openly reporting our environmental performance.

Responsible Production & Consumption

MARTINI® Achieves Sustainability Landmark

Jul 5, 2022 10:30 AM ET

After decades spent pioneering sustainable practices, MARTINI has reached a sustainability milestone – 100% of the wineries for the entire MARTINI portfolio are now certified sustainable.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Franklin Templeton's Global Head of Sustainability Anne Simpson Recognized As NACD Directorship 100™ Honoree

Jul 5, 2022 10:10 AM ET

The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) announced the 2022 NACD Directorship 100™. Included among this year’s esteemed honorees is Anne Simpson, Franklin Templeton’s Global Head of Sustainability.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Trane® by Trane Technologies Prepares America's Service Men and Women for Technical Careers With Its Trade Warriors Program

Jul 5, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Trane® by Trane Technologies is growing the skilled labor workforce and supporting America’s dedicated military service members through its Trade Warriors program.

Diversity & Inclusion

KeyBank's Trina Evans Receives 2022 Women of Note Award From Crain's Cleveland Business

Jul 5, 2022 10:00 AM ET

KeyCorp Executive Vice President, Chief of Staff and Director of Corporate Center Trina Evans recently received a 2022 Women of Note Award from Crain’s Cleveland Business.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

An Open Letter to All Who Seek Safety

Jul 5, 2022 9:45 AM ET

We’re all unique. We’re all different. Often, I feel like it’s the only thing we can agree on. But we all have the same basic needs. We need a safe place to sleep so we can rest easy. Opportunity. Access to information and education.

Environment

Chemours Titanium Technologies Uses Responsible Mining to Access Critical Minerals

Jul 5, 2022 9:45 AM ET

We use minimally invasive mining techniques, on-site gravity spiral separation processes that do not require chemicals, and continuous reclamation to restore each of our mine sites to its pre-mine condition.

Sustainable Development Goals

Case IH Supports Digital Literacy Project in Água Boa, Brazil

Jul 1, 2022 5:00 PM ET

Case IH, a CNH Industrial brand, opens a Digital Empowerment Center in the city of Água Boa, Mato Grosso, in Brazil.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KOHLER Generators No. 6 Ford Mustang Unveils “Tribute to Veterans”

Jul 1, 2022 3:00 PM ET

For the fourth consecutive year, and first with RFK Racing and KOHLER Generators, Keselowski’s Checkered Flag Foundation’s program will honor America’s heroes with a special paint scheme on the KOHLER Generators No. 6 Ford Mustang.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bacardi Launches 'Amor de Barrio' Campaign in Spain To Support Local Bars and Train Bartenders

Jul 1, 2022 1:05 PM ET

Family-owned spirits company Bacardi has launched a new campaign in Spain to help one of the world’s hardest hit hospitality sectors as result of the pandemic.

Health & Healthcare

U.S. Mayors Step Up for Healthier Schools

Jul 1, 2022 1:05 PM ET

U.S. Mayors Step Up for Healthier Schools with International Well Building Institute.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Let Freedom Ring With Energy Star Sustainable Home Appliances

Jul 1, 2022 12:30 PM ET

ENERGY STAR certified clothes washers use about 25 percent less energy and 33 percent less water than regular washers. Over the lifetime of the product, models that have earned the ENERGY STAR can save $370 in energy costs.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Cooper Companies Recognized as a Top 50 Inspiring Workplace in North America

Jul 1, 2022 12:15 PM ET

Working at Cooper means being part of a purpose-driven, dynamic team that cares about making the world a better place. We are proud of our 12,000+ employees who come from all backgrounds, perspectives, and regions.

Environment

EarthX Celebrates Plastic Free July With a Tip for Recycling

Jul 1, 2022 11:55 AM ET

EarthX Celebrates Plastic Free July with Tips for Recycling

Diversity & Inclusion

How Hershey Is Increasing Supplier Diversity and Building a Better Business for All

Jul 1, 2022 11:45 AM ET

In Hershey’s newly launched 2021 ESG Report, we’ve made a formal commitment to quadruple our current spend with diverse suppliers by 2030.

Energy

These Next-Gen Batteries Are Low-Carbon, Recyclable and Nontoxic

Jul 1, 2022 11:35 AM ET

Energy storage is the key to unlocking Earth’s vast wind and solar energy resources, but limitations associated with lithium-ion batteries, the technology of choice to date, are driving demand for alternatives.

Health & Healthcare

Kohler Celebrates and Enhances Mental Health Support for Associates

Jul 1, 2022 11:30 AM ET

Kohler Co. announces this week its expanded Employee Assistance Program. This enhanced offering gives Kohler associates around the globe access to mental health and work/life resources.

Events, Media & Communications

MAC VIVA GLAM Sponsors 30th Annual Broadway Bares Show

Jul 1, 2022 11:30 AM ET

M∙A∙C VIVA GLAM was proud to serve as the Presenting Sponsor for this year’s Broadway Bares: XXX show at the Hammerstein Ballroom on Sunday, June 26. Produced by and benefiting

Diversity & Inclusion

Sky Announces £1M Partnership With the Black Equity Organisation to Back Black British Entrepreneurs

Jul 1, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Sky has announced a £1m partnership with newly launched civil rights group, the Black Equity Organisation (BEO), to deliver the Future 100 Growth Fund, backing Black British entrepreneurs to launch and grow their businesses.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

LA Galaxy Partners With TUDN and City of Torrance To Modernize Sports Facility

Jul 1, 2022 11:00 AM ET

AEG’s LA Galaxy, in partnership with TUDN, the sports programming division of Univision, and the City of Torrance will collaborate to modernize a highly utilized sports and recreational facility at Charles H. Wilson Park in Torrance, CA.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Dallas Startup Using App to Connect Homeless Job Seekers With Work

Jul 1, 2022 10:55 AM ET

Spencer’s past could be viewed as a problem, but longtime Dallas developer and philanthropist Trammel Crow sees possibility.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Hormel Foods Announces New Regenerative Agriculture Initiatives

Jul 1, 2022 10:30 AM ET

Hormel Foods Corporation is leading the way in supporting farmers who employ regenerative agriculture practices, using techniques such as minimal or no soil tillage, regular crop rotation and cover cropping.

Diversity & Inclusion

Wells Fargo Foundation Aims To Grow Diverse Housing Developers With $40 Million Donation

Jul 1, 2022 10:00 AM ET

The roughly $175 billion U.S. housing development market is known for high barriers to entry — and today, real estate developers of color make up less than five percent of the industry.