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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Global Citizen Announces Five New Ambassadors

Today Global Citizen, the world’s leading international advocacy organization on a mission to end extreme poverty NOW, announced their newest lineup of ambassadors.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

AB: Homing In on Quality in Climate Investing Strategies

Stock selection in a climate investing strategy takes more than just avoiding companies exposed to global warming risks.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Comcast NBCUniversal Named a Top 20 Company on DiversityInc’s Top 50 List

We are pleased to announce that Comcast NBCUniversal has been recognized as a top 20 company on DiversityInc’s Top 50 list of the nation’s most inclusive companies, placing 13th overall.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Cintas Named to Newsweek's America's Most Trustworthy Companies 2023 List

In recognition to its commitment to integrity, ethics and transparency in its business operations, Cintas Corporation has been named to Newsweek's list of America's Most Trustworthy Companies 2023.

Responsible Production & Consumption

GoDaddy Small Biz Weekly, Vol. 02: Evan Rocheford of Professor Torbert’s Orange Corn

Torbert Rocheford was the first in his family to profess his love of corn. As a young man in the late 1970's, Torbert Rocheford wanted to dedicate his life to making a positive impact on the world and decided to pursue a career in plant breeding.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Regions Is Great Place To Work-Certified

Regions has been designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Company — an honor we received as a direct result of what our associates have said about working here.

Sustainable Development Goals

South Pole: 17 Years of Innovating for Carbon Markets and Climate Finance

2023 has started off with a lively debate around climate finance and carbon markets – which, to date, is the only climate finance instrument that has ever truly scaled.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

LyondellBasell Prices Public Offering of Inaugural Green Bond

LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) announced that LYB International Finance III, LLC ("LYB International Finance"), its wholly-owned subsidiary, priced a public offering (the "Offering") of $500,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.625% Guaranteed Notes due 2033 (the "Notes").

Responsible Production & Consumption

Covia’s Role in Shaping the Creation of Sustainable, Everyday Products

Recently Covia had the opportunity to show a glimpse into how we mine sand at our operations on Tomorrow’s World Today. Tomorrow's World Today (TWT) is an Emmy-nominated television show on Discovery and the Science Channel focused on finding ways to live more sustainably.

Environment

The Tapestry Foundation Heads to Brazil for an In-Person Look at Agroforestry

In Central Brazil’s vast Cerrado savanna, a grand experiment is taking place.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Susanna Zhu Named to List of Top 100 Women in Supply Chain

We’re proud to celebrate Susanna Zhu, Bath & Body Works’ SVP of Supply Chain Operations & Commercialization, for her recent recognition on Supply Chain Digital magazine’s list of the Top 100 Women in the industry.

Environment

Not if, but When: Is Your Emergency Response Plan Adequate, and Are You Ready To Respond?

Emergency incidents are not uncommon but can quickly become a focus in the public eye. Let’s take a closer look at how organizations can prepare to meet incidents head-on by creating, practicing, and properly implementing emergency response plans. 

Environment

SAP Introduces Transactional Carbon Accounting to Accelerate Climate Action

SAP’s approach to transactional carbon accounting comprises three future-proof capabilities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Qualcomm Wireless Reach and Instituto Crescer Announce the Launch of the Ascon Education Program in Goiania

Qualcomm Incorporated, through its Qualcomm® Wireless Reach™ initiative, along with Instituto Crescer announced the launch of the ASCON program – Student Always Connected, to fourth school in Goiania, Brazil.

Research, Reports & Publications

Blackbaud 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report Highlights Milestones Fueling Social Impact

Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the leading provider of software for powering social impact, today released its 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, demonstrating how the company is taking action to amplify its own global impact

Environment

New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Receives Gold Certification for Commitment to Sustainability and Community Impact

AEG Presents’ New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival presented by Shell has been awarded Gold certification by the Council for Responsible Sport, in recognition for its outstanding approach to social, environmental, economic and community impact.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Inspiring Conversations: Truist Foundation and VestedIn Discuss Investing in the Next Generation, Supporting Small Businesses

Truist Foundation President Lynette Bell speaks with James Burnett, executive director of VestedIn, to learn more about how the CDFI is providing resources to youth and small businesses in communities that have been underrepresented and underserved.

Diversity & Inclusion

SkysTheLimit.org Spotlights 3 Rising Entrepreneurs During Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

As we celebrate AAPI month, three entrepreneurs from the SkysTheLimit.org community are pursuing their passions founding their own businesses. Hailing from Georgia, Washington, and New York, these founders each offer fun ways for people to be part of new, interactive experiences.

Education

Kimberly-Clark Awards Bright Futures College Scholarships to 62 Students in U.S. and Canada

Kimberly-Clark announced the 62 recipients of its 2023 Bright Futures Scholarships. The Bright Futures program is administered by the Kimberly-Clark Foundation and awards college scholarships to children of Kimberly-Clark employees throughout North America.

Environment

Leidos’ Comprehensive Environmental Services Help Meet GHG Reduction Goals

Leidos has a track record of leading innovative, impactful work to address climate change. As the effects of climate change accelerate, we continue to support mitigation and adaption efforts as well as assist our customers in setting science-based targets.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Home Depot Partners With Army & Air Force Exchange Service To Offer Tax-Free Major Appliances

The Home Depot is partnering with the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange) to launch its tax-free offering of major appliances to military shoppers.

Diversity & Inclusion

KeyBank Names Brianna Adams As Corporate Responsibility Officer for Its Colorado and Utah Markets

KeyBank has named Brianna Adams as vice president, corporate responsibility officer for the financial institution’s Colorado and Utah markets. In this position, she will oversee the philanthropic budget and investment strategies to meet community needs.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Investing in the Employee Experience

When we started Trane Technologies, we knew that delivering on our purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible would require a strong culture. But culture can only evolve when it’s paired with a positive employee experience.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Due Diligence on Conflict Is a Business Necessity

Armed conflicts are pervasive across geographic regions - creating deeply challenging conditions for companies to navigate through and within. Meanwhile, businesses face growing expectations for conflict-sensitive due diligence, with transparency on their operations

Sustainable Development Goals

Yum China Using Innovative Approaches To Reduce Food Loss and Waste

Yum China, the largest restaurant company in China, is an industry leader when it comes to managing natural resources responsibly.

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