Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

BlackRock's New Goal Could Signal the Investor Transition to Net Zero Is Well Underway

Apr 14, 2022 1:45 PM ET

BlackRock’s newly announced goal to invest 75% of its corporate and sovereign assets in issuers with science-based climate goals potentially “sets a new bar that could signal to the rest of the market that the investor transition

Environment

Climate Finance: Moving Forward After COP26

Apr 14, 2022 1:15 PM ET

From rising sea levels to the acidification of ocean water, from deforestation to the introduction of invasive species in ecosystems, the global effects of climate change are expanding in scope and scale

Energy

Plan to Power: Five Critical Factors to Make California Offshore Wind a Reality

Apr 14, 2022 1:15 PM ET

California’s ambitious zero carbon energy plan will require wind power to succeed; WSP USA’s Silvia Yanez identifies challenges to overcome for a successful power transition.

Social Impact & Volunteering

VolunteerMatch Names New CEO

Apr 14, 2022 1:00 PM ET

The web’s largest volunteer engagement network, VolunteerMatch, announced that Jude O’Reilley has been appointed CEO. O’Reilley has more than 25 years of experience in technology, leadership and entrepreneurship in the private sector and in the world of social change. O’Reilley will succeed co-founder Greg Baldwin and assume responsibilities on May 3, 2022.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

R.W. Knudsen Commits $100,000 to Alleviate Poverty Through Whole Planet Foundation

Apr 14, 2022 12:45 PM ET

Whole Planet Foundation’s top supplier donors for 2022 are funding essential microbusinesses to alleviate global poverty through the Foundation's microlending programs.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

American Airlines and OSU-Tulsa Host Girls in Aviation Day

Apr 14, 2022 12:40 PM ET

American is proud to partner with OSU-Tulsa to continue creating awareness about careers in aviation and inspire the next generation of female leaders in aviation.

Innovation & Technology

Land Betterment's Environmental Work and Submittal for LBX Tokens Highlighted by Inside INdiana Business News

Apr 14, 2022 12:40 PM ET

Land Betterment Corporation was recently featured by Inside INdiana in the story “Rehab Continues at Former Landree Mine Site”

Social Impact & Volunteering

Volunteers from Around the Globe Arrive on Robinson Crusoe Island to Participate in Lenovo's Work for Humankind

Apr 14, 2022 12:30 PM ET

Volunteers are now taking part in Work for Humankind, a bold initiative in partnership with Lenovo, Island Conservation, and the Robinson Crusoe community that allows them to work their own jobs remotely from one of the world’s most far-flung offices.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Celebrating Entergy Employees for Their Dedication to Our Communities

Apr 14, 2022 12:15 PM ET

In honor of National Volunteer Month we are shining a light on the selfless spirit of six employees who dedicate their time to give back in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Orleans and Texas.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Sustainability at Every Step Showcased in Rockwell Automation Remanufacturing Services Video

Apr 14, 2022 12:00 PM ET

A new video from Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) reviews how the company incorporates sustainability at every step of its global remanufacturing process.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Qualcomm and the Dariu Foundation Bring Educational Laptops With Cellular Connectivity to Rural Schools Across Vietnam

Apr 14, 2022 12:00 PM ET

Qualcomm Incorporated and The Dariu Foundation today announced their collaboration on the Vietnam Forward program, which aims to advance digital literacy and competencies in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) among youth.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Delivering for Good: Beyond Traditional Relief Supplies

Apr 14, 2022 11:20 AM ET

FedEx and the American Red Cross help people recover their essentials after a storm

Environment

Corporations Need To Speed Up Net-Zero Goals With Better Data and Collaboration, CEOs Agree

Apr 14, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Logitech CEO Bracken Darrell said that all corporations should be trying to incorporate carbon emissions data now, even if the results aren’t precise yet.

Research, Reports & Publications

Not Always Better: Big Company ESG

Apr 14, 2022 10:50 AM ET

CSRHub's Bahar Gidwani's research on the correlation between a company's revenue in relation to ESG ratings and sources.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Woman-Owned Supplier Edge Plastics Partners With The Home Depot on HDX Storage Products

Apr 14, 2022 10:30 AM ET

In the small industrial town of Mansfield, Ohio, a factory hums with activity 24/7.

Innovation & Technology

TCS, Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose, and PYXERA Global Unveil New Programming for Digital Empowers Initiative

Apr 14, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in partnership with Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP) and PYXERA Global, announced a new slate of programs and events for Digital Empowers.

Sustainable Development Goals

HP CIO Ellen Jackowski Explains Why ESG Is Essential to Corporate Sustainability

Apr 14, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Over the past couple of years, environmental, social and governance (ESG) and sustainability have become a critical part of the conversation surrounding corporate strategy.

Health & Healthcare

'We Take Care of Our BMS Family' - Bristol Myers Squibb Cancer Support Network

Apr 14, 2022 10:00 AM ET

In 2019, Mianna Burnett, manager, Business Operations, Bristol Myers Squibb, and her husband were rocketed into the most trying time in their lives — her husband was diagnosed with cancer.

Sustainable Development Goals

Planet United: Teaming up to Fast-Track Sustainability Efforts at United Rentals

Apr 14, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

WEBINAR: Reigniting Company Culture in a Hybrid Office Model Through Total Worker Health

Apr 14, 2022 9:35 AM ET

Join Antea Group for the upcoming webinar Reigniting Company Culture in a Hybrid Office Model through Total Worker Health on Thursday, April, 28 (2 pm EDT).

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

LG Recognized As Environmental Leader

Apr 14, 2022 9:15 AM ET

LG Electronics has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability™ World Index, which comprises global sustainability leaders as identified by S&P Global through the Corporate Sustainability Assessment.

Environment

Republic Services Cleans Up Plastics Recycling Myths for Earth Day

Apr 14, 2022 9:00 AM ET

To mark Earth Day, Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is sharing myth-busting plastics recycling tips to help consumers be better recyclers.

Responsible Production & Consumption

MilliporeSigma’s ZooMAb® Antibodies Earns First-Ever ACT Label From My Green Lab

Apr 14, 2022 9:00 AM ET

MilliporeSigma, the U.S. and Canada Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, announced that its ZooMAb® antibodies earned an ACT label from My Green Lab, a non-profit dedicated to creating a culture of sustainability in science.

Education

SC Johnson and 4th Family Team Up to Empower Youth in Underserved Communities by Leveraging the Power of STEM and Sports

Apr 14, 2022 8:00 AM ET

SC Johnson, the maker of household consumer brands including Windex®, OFF!® and method®, today announced a partnership with 4th Family, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering youth in underserved communities.

Research, Reports & Publications

Measuring Progress - Creating Impact

Apr 14, 2022 4:00 AM ET

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany has published its 2021 Sustainability Report. The report describes in detail how the company is moving towards and tracking its three sustainability goals.