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Environment

International Paper Joins Savannah River Clean Water Fund

International Paper has joined the Savannah River Clean Water Fund (Fund), a coordinated effort to permanently protect and responsibly manage forests – nature’s water filter – in the Savannah River watershed.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The People at Sappi Remain Central to Sustainability Strategy

Safety is the top priority at Sappi. Across all regions, we are committed to zero workplace injuries.

Health & Healthcare

The Role of Design, Test & Security in Today's Healthcare Advancements

Technology has always played a critical role in the healthcare industry. However, recent advancements are driving a revolution in capabilities and opportunities to improve the health and wellness of people around the world.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bayer Stands by Kenya and Uganda in Fight Against Desert Locust Devastation

Farmers in Kenya and Uganda currently fighting a devastating locust invasion and looming food security crisis are receiving help from Bayer thanks to a donation of 170,000 liters of Decis ULV insecticide. 120,000 liters will be shipped to Kenya...

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How Companies Can Provide Immediate Assistance to Employees Impacted by COVID-19 and Other Disasters

Childcare. Utilities. Medical bills. To many of us, these are just typical, everyday costs of living and working. For others, these are a few common causes behind serious financial hardship, often forcing someone to choose between medicine, electricity, food, or shelter.

Social Impact & Volunteering

ViacomCBS Community Day Goes Virtual

Our annual ViacomCBS Community Day might look different this year, but the reasons we give back remain the same. Thousands of employees around the world are excited to use this opportunity to volunteer from home – here’s why.

Health & Healthcare

United Now Cleaning Flight Decks with UVC Lighting

United Airlines is now cleaning pilot flight decks with Ultraviolet C (UVC) lighting technology on most aircraft at its hub airports to disinfect the flight deck interior and continue providing pilots with a sanitary work environment.

Environment

A New Recipe for Corporate Sustainable Agriculture

Soil and water are intricately linked. From how they are protected to how they are managed to how they are valued across economic sectors, there is a clear connection. The decisions we make about one can have big impacts on the other.

Innovation & Technology

UPS Infographic | Driving Solutions for Sustainable Shipping

Customers often want to make their shipping more environmentally sustainable. We offer a range of solutions to ensure a lower-carbon journey.

Education

Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientists in a New Way

The Biogen-MIT Biotech in Action: Virtual Summer Lab is a free, online learning program with cutting-edge technology, immersive scientific experiences and mentoring experiences for students.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Preparing for the 2020 Hurricane Season

We are better positioned than ever before, with our combined T-Mobile and Sprint resources, to quickly respond and support our customers in communities that are most affected by hurricanes.

Environment

World Wildlife Fund Announces Investment in Seaweed Farming Through Ocean Rainforest

In a first for World Wildlife Fund (WWF), with generous support from The Jeremy and Hannelore Grantham Environmental Trust, the organization announced an $850,000 investment in Ocean Rainforest, to accelerate growth of offshore seaweed production

Education

Financial Education Helps Build Stronger Communities

Financial education helps build stronger communities. This is why Fifth Third Bank has invested over the years in various financial education programs to meet the needs of all age groups, from elementary school students to adults.

Energy

Asia Reassesses Energy Transition Strategies, Accelerates Digital Transformation

Economic and social developments present grid modernization and expansion opportunities in Asia

Events, Media & Communications

JUST LAUNCHED: Reuters Events Responsible Business Europe 2020

Reuters Events Sustainable Business is excited to share with you the launch of the Responsible Business Europe 2020 [22-23 October]

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Last Chance to Apply! Reuters Events Responsible Business Awards Next Week

There are 13 categories up for winning at Reuters Events Responsible Business Awards. Winners will be announced at the inaugural Virtual Awards Ceremony on October 8th

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Scotiabank Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusion For Every Future

At the inaugural BlackNorth Initiative Summit, Scotiabank reaffirmed its commitment to combatting racism and discrimination of all forms to enable better futures for its employees, customers and communities at large.

Diversity & Inclusion

Alexion Supports NAACP Empowerment Programs

Alexion is proud to support the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) by investing in the NAACP Empowerment Programs.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Carnival Corporation Named by Forbes as One of America's Best Employers for Women

Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL;NYSE: CUK), the world’s largest cruise company, announced in July it has been named one of America's Best Employers for Women in 2020 by Forbes, a leading source of business news worldwide.

Environment

Four Dozen Ohio Businesses Call for Repeal of House Bill 6

A group of nearly 50 businesses, investors, trade associations, and employers in Ohio sent a letter to Governor Mike DeWine and members of the Ohio Legislature today urging the immediate repeal of House Bill 6.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

NCRC Supports Pandemic-Related Housing Needs in 15 States, Funded by Wells Fargo Foundation

Nonprofit housing counseling organizations responding to the COVID-19 pandemic in 15 states will receive unrestricted grants and resources from the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC), thanks to funding from the Wells Fargo Foundation.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The VF Foundation Announces $7.3 Million in Community Investments

The VF Foundation recently announced the recipients of its gifting cycle totaling $7.3 million in investments to 80 organizations around the world. The investments include $5 million in support of environmental justice and protection, social and economic equity, and community impact grants, and more than $2 million for disaster relief and global COVID-19 support.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Your Used Mask Needs to Make It to the Trash Can

They’re on beaches, in parking lots and on sidewalks. You probably won’t catch the coronavirus from a discarded mask, but the litter poses a risk to the environment.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Most Sustainable Company in the World

We’re ranked the most sustainable company in the world in the Corporate Knights 2020 Global 100 index of most sustainable corporations. A decade ago, we were one of the most fossil fuel intensive energy companies in Europe.

Events, Media & Communications

Here East: How the Olympic Games London 2012 Created New Opportunities for a Community

For the Olympic Games London 2012, legacy was embedded into the Games preparations from the very beginning. The Games were seen as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to accelerate the regeneration of East London and create lasting positive impacts for future generations.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  2. Community Impact
    The communities where Chemours operates are also where we live, work, and play, and our mutual success is one and the same. We have a vested interest...
  3. KeyBank's Community Investment
    In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...
  4. EVP Campaign
    Driving awareness of DP World’s Employee Value Proposition across the Americas, showcasing the company’s purpose-driven mission, talent strategy, and...
  5. Small Business Growth
    We strengthen communities and help create local jobs by investing in underserved small business owners. We fund nonprofits that are focused on...
  6. Collective Action
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...
  7. Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 5
    Welcome to Season 5 of Healthy Spaces by Trane Technologies, the podcast where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation...
  8. SustainabilityHQ.com Weekly Highlights
    Highlighting the top news, commentary, and research for the week coming from SHQ. The highlights newsletter also spotlights one profiled organization...
  9. Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 5
    Welcome to Season 5 of Healthy Spaces by Trane Technologies, the podcast where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation...
  10. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  11. Cascale Events
    Cascale organizes and participates in a series of events, leveraging its position as a global convener of close to half the sector to bring together...
  12. Kids to College Powered by Entergy
    Entergy believes in the dreams of the families we serve. Everyone deserves the opportunity to continue their education and, as a corporate leader and...
  13. Investing in our Communities
    We invest in sustainable community outcomes that improve lives.
  14. Sustainable Operations
    ops-related sustainability content (e.g., new electric equipment, decarb efforts, etc.)