ESG News from Leading Brands

Environment

Schneider Electric Details Pledge To Fight Global Biodiversity Loss

May 26, 2021 10:05 AM ET

Schneider’s purpose is to empower all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress
and sustainability for all. We call this Life Is On.

Research, Reports & Publications

Black & Veatch Analysis of Carbon-Neutrality Projects Informs Sacramento Municipal Utility District's 2030 Zero Carbon Plan

May 26, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Zero-carbon technologies, including carbon capture, energy storage, hydrogen, solar and wind, will allow the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) to achieve its goals of zero-carbon emissions in its electricity supply by 2030, finds a recent analysis by decarbonization solutions leader Black & Veatch.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Tractor Supply Issues 2020 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report

May 26, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Since launching a Stewardship Program in 2008, Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO) has been focused on minimizing its environmental impact while serving its customers. As a process of continuous improvement, this commitment to sustainability has expanded over time to focus on broader environmental, social and governance issues (ESG).

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Sustainability Matters: IKEA CEO on Profit With Purpose

May 26, 2021 10:00 AM ET

IKEA CEO Jesper Brodin talks with Chief Sustainability Officer Audrey Choi about corporate responsibility in driving large-scale change for sustainability.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Consumers Shop in Many Places. Why Can't Brands Wrap Their Heads Around That?

May 26, 2021 9:45 AM ET

The pandemic has taught us that e-commerce and direct to consumer are viable business channels, and supply chains need some disaster planning to stay durable.

Events, Media & Communications

Meet the Companies Charting the Course for a Sustainable Post-Pandemic Future

May 26, 2021 9:30 AM ET

The need to end reliance on single-use plastics has never been this urgent. Consider this: if you melted all of the plastic waste from 2020, you could make a 30-foot-wide road to the moon.

Innovation & Technology

Nothing Virtual About It: How Digital Tools Are Improving Farmers' Lives

May 26, 2021 9:20 AM ET

From small farms to large-scale operations, digital tools are transforming agriculture and improving the way millions of farmers around the world protect their crops and their livelihoods.

Health & Healthcare

Addressing High Blood Pressure To Reduce Health Disparities in Central Texas Underserved Communities

May 26, 2021 9:15 AM ET

Closing gaps in healthcare disparities. Abbott and American Heart Association of TX announce new initiative to advance health equity in greater Austin area – bringing health education and care to the people who need it, now more than ever.

Energy

Malta Teams up With Duke Energy to Study Possibility of Converting Coal Units Into Clean Energy Storage Facilities

May 26, 2021 9:10 AM ET

Malta Inc. is teaming up with Duke Energy to study the socioeconomic, environmental and operational benefits of converting retiring coal units into long-duration, zero-emissions energy storage systems.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Global Food Safety Initiative Appoints New Co-Chair to Lead Coalition of Action's Steering Committee

May 25, 2021 6:25 PM ET

The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI; the Coalition), The Consumer Goods Forum’s Coalition of Action on food safety, is pleased to announce the appointment of the new Steering Committee Co-Chair and Vice Co-Chair, representing retail members of the Coalition.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

New Holland Supports Three Forward-Thinking Farmers With Machinery in up to Speed Scheme

May 25, 2021 5:00 PM ET

New Holland Agriculture has partnered with The Prince’s Countryside Fund (PCF) for the second year in the Up to Speed joint scheme,

Sustainable Development Goals

Hershey: Looking to 2030

May 25, 2021 3:45 PM ET

We announced ambitious environmental commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, advance sustainable packaging solutions and end deforestation across our supply chain.

Diversity & Inclusion

PSE&G President David Daly Announces Retirement; Kim Hanemann to be Named President & COO of PSE&G, First Woman to Lead New Jersey's Largest Electric and Gas Utility

May 25, 2021 3:30 PM ET

Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) announced that David M. Daly, president of Public Service Electric & Gas (PSE&G), will retire at the end of 2021 after 35 years of service.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

How Foster360 and the ON Semiconductor Foundation are Helping Young Adults Succeed in Life after Foster Care

May 25, 2021 3:15 PM ET

This National Foster Care Month, the ON Semiconductor Foundation highlights grantee partner Foster360, an organization providing stable, affordable housing along and support for youth aging out of foster care.

Environment

Why Today's Businesses Should Invest in ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance)

May 25, 2021 3:00 PM ET

The business landscape is reorienting and shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. Companies are reviewing their strategies and re-evaluating where their resources will be invested over the next few years and ESG is a major focus.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

The Power of Transparency: Individual Investors Demand ESG Data They Can Trust

May 25, 2021 2:50 PM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

Women CEOs Demonstrated More Inclusive Leadership Style During COVID Peak: S&P Global Diversity Research Lab

May 25, 2021 1:35 PM ET

Women CEOs emphasized empathy, adaptability, accountability and diversity more frequently than their male peers in public communications during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new analysis from S&P Global in collaboration with researchers from the University of Paris.

Diversity & Inclusion

CECP's DEI Journey: Leading With Humility

May 25, 2021 1:00 PM ET

As we commemorate the anniversary of the murder of George Floyd which occurred on May 25, 2020, we have seen this killing spark a national reckoning, a burning in our hearts as we call for action, and a beacon of light in the movement for racial justice.

Education

Bridging the STEM Knowledge Gap Caused by COVID-19

May 25, 2021 12:30 PM ET

Distance learning has been difficult for many students, families and teachers. Educators have done their best to meet today's virtual learning demands, including the increased STEM exploration opportunities for K-12 students.

Diversity & Inclusion

Can We Change the World If We Listen?

May 25, 2021 12:05 PM ET

May is Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. Every year, this is an opportunity to listen and learn about the diversity within the AAPI communities and to celebrate, embrace and stand with the AAPI community here at Dow and beyond.

Events, Media & Communications

Your Free Invitation to the Economist's Sustainability Week US 2021 Conference

May 25, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Join The Economist Events next month for Sustainability Week US 2021 on June 8th-11th 2021. The event will examine how climate-related policy and regulatory change will impact US business and society.

Events, Media & Communications

Global Companies Come Together to Create Solutions for Challenges Facing People and the Planet

May 25, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose© (CECP) is bringing together more than 300 leaders from the world’s largest global companies for the 2021 CECP Summit: Strength in Solutions.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

FedEx Awards $600,000 to 12 Nonprofits Dedicated to Addressing Climate Challenges

May 25, 2021 11:45 AM ET

FedEx Cares, FedEx Corp.’s global community engagement program, recently announced that 12 nonprofits will each receive a $50,000 USD grant in recognition of their work in advancing sustainable solutions to improve the environment.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

NACD Attends The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation National Partner Network Meeting

May 25, 2021 11:45 AM ET

As part of our joint agreement with The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation (SMGF), NACD has the opportunity each year to gather with other nonprofit organizations through SMGF’s National Partner Network (NPN).

Health & Healthcare

American Airlines Customers Can Now Choose Convenient Vaccine Verification Option in VeriFLY

May 25, 2021 11:35 AM ET

For travel to the Bahamas, El Salvador and Guatemala, customers can upload a photo of both sides of their COVID-19 vaccine record into the app. The VeriFLY team will review that all documentation meets the destination requirements.