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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

IBM Commits up to $45M to Climate Adaptation, Starting With New RFP for Resilient Cities

Aligned with United Nations SDG 11, IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced a new request for proposals from government and non-profit organizations for the IBM Sustainability Accelerator, focused on technology-driven projects to advance city resiliency.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

REACH Community Development Inc. Receives $120,000 Grant from KeyBank

REACH Community Development Inc. has received a $120,000 grant from KeyBank to support its “Career Mapping” workshops, which uplifts individuals who are unemployed or under-employed by equipping them with the tools and opportunities to gain employment that secures a living wage,

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Eaton Named One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® for the 13th Time by the Ethisphere Institute

Intelligent power management company Eaton has again been recognized by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Sustainable Food Group Approves SCS Global Services As Authorized Certification Body for Its Sustainability Standard

SCS Global Services (SCS) today announced it has been formally accepted by Sustainable Food Group as an authorized certification body to the Sustainability Standard™.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CBRE Named WELL Enterprise Provider of the Year

CBRE has been named the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) WELL Enterprise Provider of the Year, reflecting its leadership in creating workplaces that support the well-being of people.

Events, Media & Communications

CNH Brand Attends National Farm Machinery Show and Showcases New Tech

The Kentucky-based National Farm Machinery Show featured next-level announcements from Case IH, a brand of CNH, which continues to drive purposeful solutions for producers.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Thurgood Marshall College Fund and FedEx Help Students Continue Education

FedEx has been a longtime supporter of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), providing annual support of the TMCF Leadership Institute and Recruitment Fair and the continued college education of multiple TMCF member-school students through scholarships.

Research, Reports & Publications

Greenhushing Is Unsustainable

New research from Brand Finance, in association with CSRHub and the International Advertising Association (IAA), indicates the world’s biggest brands are missing out on $billions of potential value by failing to properly communicate their sustainability achievements and progress.

Environment

Antea Group Collaborates With the American Bar Association To Publish Article on Water Resources in the Colorado River Basin

Antea Group consultants Natalya Holm, PE, and Logan St. John collaborated with the American Bar Association (ABA) to give their insights on the overallocation of water resources in the Colorado River Basin.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Ethisphere Names Southwire as One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies®

Southwire is honored to have been named for the first time by Ethisphere to the 2024 list of World's Most Ethical Companies, recognizing companies that are committed to doing business with ethics and integrity.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Introducing New Initiatives To Increase Access to Healthy Foods

At Albertsons Cos., we are committed to fighting food insecurity in the communities we serve. We are thrilled to partner with Uber to create a reliable donation pick up program for our partner with Uber to create a reliable donation pick up program for our partner food recovery.

Diversity & Inclusion

Bacardi Celebrates Women’s History Month by Honoring Doña Amalia Bacardí Moreau’s Legacy

This Women’s History Month at Bacardi, we’re shining a spotlight on the countless women past, present and future who contribute to the company’s enduring legacy.

Diversity & Inclusion

Atlantic City Electric Spot Light on Black History Month

Sandra May, President of Exelon’s African American Resource Alliance (EAARA) Pepco Holdings chapter and Supervisor of Designers for Atlantic City Electric, discusses the profound impact of Black History Month.

Diversity & Inclusion

From Commitment to Action: Mary Kay Releases Overview of Transformative Partnership To Advance Women’s Entrepreneurship Globally

Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in women’s empowerment, today announced the release of a special report titled "Advancing Women’s Entrepreneurship: from Commitment to Action."

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Women Transform Their Lives and Their Communities

What role do corporations play in supporting equitable economic growth?

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

My Quest Story - Allan Mendez

I truly believe my purpose is to be with Quest the rest of my life. I love working with Quest because no matter what role I take on, I am supporting my community and growing my career.

Responsible Production & Consumption

SCS Global Services Approved As First Certification Body for Aquaculture Stewardship Council's Pioneering New Feed Certification

SCS Global Services, the world’s leading 3rd party certification body, has become the first auditor accredited to provide certification for Aquaculture Stewardship Council’s (ASC) Feed Standard.

Innovation & Technology

ekō Solutions Fireside Chat Series: Meet Kirk Taylor President and Co-founder of Land Betterment

Land Betterment’s ekō Solutions airs 6th and final Fireside Chat in the 6-part video series with the management team. Meet Kirk Taylor, President and Co-founder of Land Betterment.

Diversity & Inclusion

Celebrating Women in Construction: The Home Depot Foundation Spotlights Path to Pro Scholars

Today, The Home Depot Foundation is highlighting a few women who have participated in the Path to Pro program as they share why they’ve chosen to embark on this career journey.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

A New Era of Work: Aligning Purpose With Employee Wellbeing for Organizational Success

As we delve into 2024, a significant transformation in employee engagement is reshaping the workplace. Bureau of Labor Statistics January US Employment Report is a testament to this change, showcasing a continual decline in unemployment and a rise in wages.

Events, Media & Communications

LEAD On a Clean Economy Brings Companies and Investors to Capitol Hill With United Call To Maximize Investment in America

More than 60 major companies and investors are convening this week for LEAD on a Clean Economy 2024, a three-day advocacy event where they will champion the local economic benefits of the Inflation Reduction Act and other critical clean energy policies.

Events, Media & Communications

Encouraging News From the Front Lines of the ESG Debate

According to a recent Bloomberg report, BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager with over US $9 trillion in AUM, has been “expanding its dominance” in ESG investing, with net ESG investment inflows in every quarter of the last two years.

Environment

The Cow is the How: Elanco Sees Methane Reduction as New Value Opportunity

Elanco Animal Health CEO, Jeff Simmons joins Jim Cramer on Mad Money to discuss the company’s commitment to create solutions for farmers and ranchers that can reduce, measure, and monetize greenhouse gas emissions.

Events, Media & Communications

Individual Investors in the U.S. Outpace Their Global Peers in Sustainable Investing

Individual investors in the U.S., often referred to as “retail” investors, are important factors in the capital markets.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fifth Third Named One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere for the Fifth Time

Fifth Third is proud to announce it has been named to the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies® list by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.

Latest Campaigns

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  14. Growth Through Sustainability
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