ESG News from Leading Brands

Keep up with the latest environmental, social and governance news from companies embracing the triple bottom line, shared via 3BL's distribution platform.

Research, Reports & Publications

Momentum Builds Towards Historic Dakar 2026 YOG

International Olympic Committee

Responsible Production & Consumption

Toxic Release Inventory Reporting: A Q&A With Kara and Friends

Antea Group

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Beets, Basketball and Mid-Bore Engines

Cummins Inc

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

How Recycling Tech Is Leading the Charge Towards a Circular Economy

Over the last few years, we have seen a surge in innovation around recycling technologies. It’s fair to say Eastman has been at the forefront of this, with molecular recycling technologies.

Diversity & Inclusion

U.S. Bank Once Again Earns Top Score for Disability Inclusion

For the seventh consecutive year, U.S. Bank earned a score of 100 on the Disability Equality Index® and is an American Association of People with Disabilities and Disability:IN “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion.”

Health & Healthcare

Bristol Myers Squibb Promotes Health Equity with 100 Percent of Marketed Products Now Supported by Access Plans

At BMS, our vision to transform patients’ lives through science extends to all patients. That is why we have a long-standing commitment to promote health equity and help people in underserved communities access the care and medicines they need.

Education

TCS Breaks New Ground With Generative AI Summer Camp for Students Aged 11–17

Seeking to help prepare members of the future global workforce in the effective and responsible use of generative AI (GenAI), Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) recently held a summer camp to train middle and high school students on the fast-growing technology.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

AA1000AS Found to Add Value to ESG Reporting

CSRHub found that using the AA1000 Assurance Standard (AA1000AS) to assure an ESG report had a positive effect on a company’s ESG rating.

Events, Media & Communications

Duke Energy Hosts Career Planning Session With Johnson C Smith University Students

We welcomed nearly 50 Johnson C. Smith University - JCSU students to our Charlotte, N.C., headquarters to learn about the company and the numerous career opportunities that Duke Energy offers.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Saint-Gobain Installs Smart Water Submetering System and Upgrades Equipment at Its Jackson, Michigan Siding Facility, Saving More Than 10 Million Gallons of Water per Year

Saint-Gobain, through its building products subsidiary CertainTeed LLC, has installed a smart water submetering system and upgraded equipment at its siding plant in Jackson, Michigan, reducing the site’s consumption of water by more than ten million gallons per year.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Empowering Growth: My Journey With the Cisco MentorMe Program

Have you ever been so inspired that you felt driven to give back? My involvement in Cisco’s MentorMe program was just that — a transformative experience of empowerment and growth that ignited my passion for guiding others toward success.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PepsiCo Foods North America Launches New “Planting Pathways Initiative” to Expand Opportunities in the Agriculture Sector

PepsiCo Foods North America announced its Planting Pathways Initiative, charting an industry-leading and transformative course for expanding agricultural opportunities.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bath & Body Works Recognized by Newsweek As America’s #1 Perfume and Cosmetics Retailer for Second Consecutive Year

Today Bath & Body Works announces its inclusion on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Retailers. The brand was ranked #1 in the perfume and cosmetics category for the second consecutive year, which further reinforces its position as a global leader in the industry.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Game On: Real Madrid Summer Tour Returns to U.S.

Real Madrid will visit the U.S. for a summer tour that will combine action on the pitch with action on nutrition education.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

733 Million People Face Hunger, New UN Report Shows

One in eleven people globally goes to bed hungry according to the State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) report released today.

Diversity & Inclusion

Albertsons Companies Earns Top Score on 2024 Disability Equality Index

Albertsons Companies, Inc. has received a top score of 100 on the Disability Equality Index®, making the company one of the 2024 Best Places to Work for People with Disabilities.

Energy

Employee Q&A: Sourcing Renewable Energy in Asia Pacific

Cheria has been with Owens Corning since 2020, and already her in-depth understanding of energy sourcing has made her a valuable asset as we seek to achieve our energy goals.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Fresh Produce Direct From Farms Could Be Coming Soon to Your Door, via Farmers Post

Farmers Post, an initiative led by World Wildlife Fund in partnership with the U.S. Postal Service, is making strides toward the goal of connecting farms to consumers with same-day or next-day deliveries of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Diversity & Inclusion

KFC Marks World Refugee Day With Expanded Commitments To Help Refugees in Our Communities Thrive

Over the past year, KFC has focused on how we can stand Refugees through our social purpose efforts around the world. Twelve months later, we’ve learned a lot!

Environment

The Power of Pollinators

June is National Pollinator Month, and the perfect time to spotlight the significant impact of pollinators, especially honey bees, on our environment, health and livelihoods.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

CARE Signs the Women Entrepreneurs Finance Initiative’s “WE Finance Code”

 CARE has become a global signatory of the Women Entrepreneurs Finance Code (WE Finance Code), a trailblazing initiative aimed at driving systemic change within the financial ecosystem to bridge the gender finance gap. By joining, CARE commits to championing women-led businesses

Events, Media & Communications

Case Study Webinar Recording: AstraZeneca & Vanguard Renewables U.S. RNG Agreement

On July 11, 2024, The Renewable Thermal Collaborative (RTC) held a webinar to explore the groundbreaking renewable natural gas (RNG) agreement between AstraZeneca and Vanguard Renewables.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Eastman Global Supply Chain Wins BNSF Product Stewardship Award

For the second year in a row, Eastman has received the BNSF Product Stewardship Award for exceptional commitment to the safe transportation of hazardous materials by rail.

Environment

Wesco 2024 Sustainability Report: Climate Change Risks and Opportunities

At Wesco, we recognize the multifaceted nature of climate-related risks and opportunities, and have taken strategic measures to address them. As we align with the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), our commitment extends beyond mere compliance.

Energy

Everything You Should Know About Federal Methane Measurement Guidelines for MCWs

The Federal Government released guidelines on measuring methane emissions from marginal conventional wells on June 14, 2024. This is everything you should know about these guidelines.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Bob Mitchell Talks Supply Chain on the Five Lifes to Fifty Podcast

Bob Mitchell, CEO of GEC, and hosts Jim Fava, Neil D’Souza, and Shelley Metcalfe discussed the importance of leverage in international supply chains, GEC’s role in driving both product and corporate-level ESG evolution, the future of voluntary standards, and more.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Black & Veatch Elevates Sustainability as Strategic Cornerstone of Company’s Purpose, Vision

With sustainability evolving from a corporate responsibility to a critical business imperative for Black & Veatch, Deepa Poduval’s recent promotion to become the engineering and construction company’s global sustainability leader is a natural synergy.

Health & Healthcare

ScottsMiracle-Gro: Gardening Boosts Physical and Mental Health

Gardening can be a wonderful activity. You are able to put in a bit of effort to take care of your plants, and you’re rewarded with fresh veggies and herbs.

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    This annual event hosted by the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth will explore how we can build strong growth and economic opportunity for all...
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