ESG News from Leading Brands

Innovation & Technology

March of the Machines

Mar 23, 2021 9:15 AM ET

Drones and robots are increasingly used to do different kinds of work. Explore how they can be utilised to help improve power plant operation and reduce work injury.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Sarah Michelle Gellar Is Fighting Hunger and Figuring Out Homeschooling One Step at a Time

Mar 23, 2021 9:05 AM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How Policymakers Can Drive Sustainability Reporting

Mar 23, 2021 9:00 AM ET

With rising policy measures across global markets in support of responsible business conduct, GRI has launched a new publication to set out how policymakers can use the power of transparency to affect positive change.

Environment

30+ Companies, Companies, Boards and NGOs Join Farmers and Ranchers to Endorse a Shared Vision for Sustainable Food Systems

Mar 23, 2021 9:00 AM ET

U.S. Farmers & Ranchers in Action (USFRA) is celebrating National Ag Day by announcing the growing list of companies, organizations and individuals who have joined the Decade of Ag

Research, Reports & Publications

Black Lives Matter & Business - Report

Mar 23, 2021 7:00 AM ET

While it is self-evident that “all lives matter”, it is equally obvious that attention must now be paid to correct injustices that impact Black lives in particular.

Environment

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Announces First Recipients of Its Water Stewardship Grant in Honor of World Water Day

Mar 22, 2021 8:10 PM ET

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation today announced the first recipients of its Water Stewardship Grant––The Nature Conservancy’s New York Chapter and The Everglades Foundation.

Innovation & Technology

LifeGuides Team Expands to Miami - A Gateway to North American & Global Expansion

Mar 22, 2021 6:40 PM ET

LifeGuides® announced its expansion of the company’s operations into Miami, in addition to its HQ in Phoenix and technology base in San Francisco. LifeGuides® is an HR benefit, which empowers employees to pick a certified Guide, who has successfully navigated the same personal growth or life challenge event faced now.

Environment

Valuing Water: How Dow Is Making It a Business and Human Priority

Mar 22, 2021 5:15 PM ET

This year’s theme for World Water Day is Valuing Water and it asks us to view water as not just a commodity to exploit but as part of a larger ecosystem to share. Worldwide, fresh water is becoming an increasingly scarce resource.

Diversity & Inclusion

A Male Perspective on Women's History Month

Mar 22, 2021 4:00 PM ET

This week, in celebration of Women's History Month and our upcoming associate panel discussion, we’re spotlighting a unique male perspective from Mike Schmidt, SVP, Credit Risk, who has been a passionate advocate for women throughout his career.

Research, Reports & Publications

Clarivate Analysis of Water Sector Innovation Enables Future Water Association To Make Data-Driven, Industry Changing Recommendations

Mar 22, 2021 3:45 PM ET

Between the evidence produced, FWA’s recommendations and the strong engagement at the event, there is the possibility to change how the U.K. water sector approaches innovation at governmental, regulatory and collaborative levels.

Environment

Earth Hour 2021: WWF Hosts a Nationwide Meditation for the Planet

Mar 22, 2021 3:40 PM ET

On Saturday, March 27 at 8:30 pm local time, Earth Hour will once again inspire individuals, businesses and organizations in over 180 countries and territories to renew their commitment to the planet.

Energy

Black & Veatch Leads Design, Construction of 'Electric Island,' a First-of-its-Kind, High-Capacity Public Charging Station Designed for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicles

Mar 22, 2021 3:00 PM ET

Black & Veatch is working to bring the Portland, Oregon, “Electric Island” project online to demonstrate high power charging infrastructure scaled to accommodate electric trucks and their large batteries capable of moving up to 80,000 pounds at...

Environment

Kimberly-Clark Launches Expanded WaterLOUPE 2.0 Tool to Help Communities Develop Sustainable Water Stewardship Plans

Mar 22, 2021 2:15 PM ET

On World Water Day, Kimberly-Clark reaffirmed its commitment to drive water stewardship in water stressed regions around the world with the launch of WaterLOUPE 2.0...

Sustainable Development Goals

Lenovo Celebrates World Water Day, Joins UN CEO Water Mandate

Mar 22, 2021 2:10 PM ET

At Lenovo, we recognize the value of water and our role in helping to preserve it as a vital natural resource.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Water Mission and FedEx Team up to Help Honduras After 2020 Hurricanes

Mar 22, 2021 2:10 PM ET

In November 2020, back-to-back Hurricanes Eta and Iota caused major devastation in Honduras, affecting more than 3 million people, about one-third of the country’s population.

Environment

Nornickel Cuts Emissions at Kola Peninsula by 85% in 2021

Mar 22, 2021 2:00 PM ET

PJSC MMC Norilsk Nickel, the world’s largest producer of palladium and high grade nickel and a major producer of platinum and copper, has shut down its metallurgical shop at Kola MMC in Monchegorsk. The shop was shut down on March 20th 2021.

Diversity & Inclusion

Rockwell Automation Issues Statement Against Violence of Individuals of Asian Descent, Asian Americans, and Pacific Islanders

Mar 22, 2021 1:20 PM ET

It remains clear that our society still has much work to do to dismantle racism and prevent acts of violence against people of color.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

No Foolin’: T‑Mobile Leads a Movement to Transform This April 1 from a Day of High Jinx to a Day of High Fives

Mar 22, 2021 1:15 PM ET

T-Mobile is getting #GiveThanksNotPranks started by partnering with customers and fans to help give $500,000 through the nonprofit education crowdfunding site DonorsChoose to help teachers purchase critical classroom supplies to support students.

Environment

Partnerships Helping Dow Create Shared Value, Eliminate Waste Across the World

Mar 22, 2021 1:10 PM ET

Moving towards a circular economy benefits us all. I've been able to witness this firsthand as we work with our partners in Brazil and South Africa to develop proper waste management through recycling education, innovation and employment.

Health & Healthcare

Performance Testing the Vaccine Rollout

Mar 22, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Among the many challenges posed by the vaccine rollout, the performance of IT systems should not be one of your concerns.

Environment

Impact Investing and Climate Change

Mar 22, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Impact investing in environmental change has come to the forefront in recent years, with investors looking at more than just financial returns.

Research, Reports & Publications

Biopharma Leaders and Institutional Investors Seeking Effective, Efficient, and Decision-Useful Communications about Long-Term Business Strategy, According to New Report From CECP's CEO Investor Forum and the Biopharma Sustainability Roundtable

Mar 22, 2021 1:00 PM ET

As the world begins to emerge from under the weight of multiple crises, investors are seeking more effective and efficient ESG (environment, social, governance) communications directly from companies, which include a longer-term strategy and vision.

Research, Reports & Publications

Chevron Reinforces Plan to Deliver Higher Returns, Lower Carbon

Mar 22, 2021 12:55 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Shaw Recognizes More Organizations Putting People at the Heart of Sustainability

Mar 22, 2021 12:30 PM ET

This week, Shaw unveils our second slate of organizations to be honored by our 2020 sustain[HUMAN]ability® Leadership Recognition Program.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Aflac Incorporated Announces Inaugural Sustainability Bond Issuance

Mar 22, 2021 12:20 PM ET

Aflac Incorporated announced recently that it has closed its first sustainability bond, further reinforcing the company's longstanding commitment to uphold the core values of our "people-first" business approach that balances purpose and profit.