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Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Advancing Sustainability and Transparency on the ESG Journey

Nasdaq’s position at the nexus of all these market stakeholders gives us unique insights into the information and guidance that each group needs to be successful, no matter where they are in their ESG journey.

Innovation & Technology

With Mobile Fueling, Decarbonizing Fleets Can Also Lower Costs

In a recent article for Automotive Fleet magazine, Ericka Ramon, VP of account management at Booster®, explains how mobile fueling can decarbonize fleets while saving fleet managers money.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Greener Coolers: More Sustainable Life Science Shipments From Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

MilliporeSigma started a pilot program for the "Greener Cooler" in one of its U.S. distribution centers. Made of paper and starch, the Greener Coolers are suitable for shipping a range of refrigerated products and can be easily recycled.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Treehouse Receives $300,000 Donation from KeyBank

KeyBank has announced a $300,000 donation to Treehouse, an organization devoted to helping provide kids in foster care with the support they need to pursue their dreams and launch successfully into independence.

Innovation & Technology

Afriagrimark: How Small-Scale Farmers in Africa Get Goods to Market Through a Unique Platform

In this blog, we highlight Afriagrimark, winner of the 2022 Global Problem Solver Challenge People’s Choice Award worth $10,000 USD.

Energy

SEE Invests in Renewable Energy

Sealed Air (NYSE: SEE) has invested $9 million in a solar farm that is now powering its Madera, California manufacturing facility.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Impact Makers: How Alliant Energy Drives Impact and Innovation

Take a deeper dive into Alliant Energy’s CSR focus areas, how CyberGrants enables greater employee participation, and their upcoming journey with Insights.

Health & Healthcare

Driving Action on Healthier Lives: Key Stakeholders Gather to Accelerate Collaboration

The Consumer Goods Forum Collaboration for Healthier Lives Coalition of Action Steering Committee met in-person along with key stakeholders ATNI, BiteBack & ShareAction on the 26th October 2022 in Amsterdam.

Diversity & Inclusion

Fostering a Culture of Diversity, Belonging and Inclusion at AMD

Diversity and inclusion are key drivers that contribute to our ability to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

How Alzheimer’s Disease Research Is Helping Scientists Find Ways To Better Diagnose, Prevent, Treat, and Ultimately Cure Alzheimer’s

There are over 6 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease today and by 2050, that number may reach over 14 million. This means it’s likely to affect people we know, including our friends and loved ones.

Health & Healthcare

Podcast: Medtronic Pelvic Health Leader Sahney Keeps Looking To Improve People’s Lives Through Innovation

Mira Sahney, president of the Pelvic Health business at Medtronic, explains how incontinence is a debilitating condition that needs more attention and treatment.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Truist Foundation Commits $150,000 for Tropical Storm Nicole Relief

Truist Foundation today announced it will donate $150,000 to support relief and recovery efforts for communities impacted by Tropical Storm Nicole, including $100,000 in Florida and $50,000 in the Bahamas.

Innovation & Technology

TCS Infographic: Future Technologies Will Democratize Marathons for More People

Frank Diana, Principal Futurist at TCS, believes technologies like digital twins will transform running and make it possible for more people to run more places.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Tractor Supply's Annual Paper Clover Campaigns Raises a Record $2.4 Million for National 4-H Council

Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, in partnership with the National 4-H Council, announced its Fall Paper Clover campaign results, raising $1,137,991.

Education

Louisiana Plants 5 Times As Many Trees As It Harvests

On September 8th, employees of the IP Mansfield mill spoke to 16 different groups of 7th grade students from DeSoto Parish public schools to educate students on the importance of Healthy and Abundant Forests.

Environment

American Airlines Aims to Achieve Net Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2050

Our aim is to achieve net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050, and we have set an intermediate target to drive progress toward that goal.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Strive Mexico

We are excited to announce the launch of Mastercard Strive Mexico, a new initiative focused on supporting small businesses in Mexico as they recover from the pandemic and adjust to a dynamic digital economy.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Lessons From U.S. Marine Corps

When I was growing up, I had so many ideas of what I was going to be. All of that changed when I was in high school. The school had recruiters from the US Marine Corps giving speeches about their core values – honor, courage and commitment.

Sustainable Development Goals

ESG Talk Podcast: The ROI of Sustainability Ft. Tensie Whelan, NYU Stern

In the latest episode of ESG Talk, host Mandi McReynolds is joined by Tensie Whelan, Clinical Professor of Business and Society and the director of the NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Learn How to Prove, Improve and Celebrate Your Social Impact

Learn How to Prove, Improve and Celebrate Your Social Impact
Points of Light is excited to host a special impact measurement webinar with True Impact on Nov. 16 at 1 p.m. ET.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Alkermes Team Is Motivated by Personal Experience With Serious Mental Illness, Addiction and Cancer

Our employees are the foundation upon which our business is built. Their expertise, intelligence and creativity drive our innovation, and their passion and commitment to excellence are the cornerstone of our success.

Diversity & Inclusion

Roderick Graham: The End of Affirmative Action?

With the right-leaning US Supreme Court poised to eliminate affirmative action in higher education around the country

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

From the 2021 Fifth Third ESG Report: Caring for Employees

The physical, financial and personal health and well-being of Fifth Third employees is among the Bank’s highest priorities. Engaged and supported employees enable us to do and be our best and to provide the best service to our customers and communities.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Owens Corning Advances Toward Circular Economy Aspiration With Enhanced Shingle Recycling Efforts

Owens Corning has taken an important step toward reaching its circular economy aspiration with the announcement of enhanced shingle recycling efforts. By 2030, the company intends to recycle two million tons of shingles per year in the U.S.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

12+ Insights on Embedding & Activating Purpose in Your Organization

With a potential recession looming, many businesses are reining in spending by cutting non-essential corporate initiatives.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Communities and People
    Employees are our most valued resource and are at the center of everything we do. Their talent, diversity, and commitment are crucial to our...
  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. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  4. Forests
    Managing our forests sustainably and protecting water, wildlife, and species at risk.
  5. 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...
  6. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  7. 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...
  8. IWBI | WELL Building Standard
    Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...
  9. Scotts Miracle-Gro | Environment Improvement
    Earth's beauty and resources should be appreciated now and preserved for generations to come. Discover the stewardship initiatives underway to protect...
  10. Opportunity for All
    At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...
  11. Recognition of our Company
    As the leading sports and live music company in the world, we recognize our responsibility to provide industry leadership and to conduct our business...
  12. Investing in our Communities
    We invest in sustainable community outcomes that improve lives.
  13. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  14. FedEx Cares | Overall
    FedEx Cares is our global community engagement program and one way that we live out our purpose of connecting people and possibilities. Our goal is to...
  15. Enriching Women's Lives
    60 years ago, Mary Kay Ash created an unparalleled opportunity for women to define their own successes and control their own futures. Her vision of...