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.

Innovation & Technology

What Type of Turbocharger Do Natural Gas Engines Need?

Cummins Inc.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Stay Alert: Protect Yourself from Energy Scams

Delmarva Power

Sustainable Development Goals

The Materials Ecosystem: Unlocking the Value of Waste

By sharing our perspective on the dynamics of the materials ecosystem – its connections, influencers and gaps, we aim to inspire, highlight the work of others and invite conversation.

Environment

BIER Member Spotlight: Juan José Ramos

Welcome to our series aimed at spotlighting BIER projects.  As part of our Member and Stakeholder spotlight series featuring the individual leaders within BIER member companies and stakeholder organizations

Research, Reports & Publications

3M Global Survey Reveals Science Is the Key to a Resilient and Prosperous Future

As the world navigates environmental challenges, societal shifts, and rapidly evolving technologies, science continues to provide solutions. The 2024 3M State of Science Insights* survey reveals people view science as critical to both society and their daily lives.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Riding Forward: Students Can Enter To Win Scholarships

For more than 12 years, Regions also has been there to help some of the best and brightest students with scholarships through the Regions Riding Forward® Scholarship Contest.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Maximus 2023 Sustainability Report: Learning and Organizational Development

At Maximus, our dedication to nurturing a vibrant culture of continuous learning is pivotal. This commitment not only aligns with our strategic objectives and values but also cultivates an environment where every employee is empowered to reach their utmost potential.

Events, Media & Communications

The Pepco Edison Place Gallery Re-Opens, Offering Art and Culture Exhibits for the Community To Enjoy

Our Pepco Edison Place Gallery is officially re-open to the public following a pandemic pause that began in March 2020. The gallery acts as a community space where customers and residents can gather to enjoy free local exhibits and special events.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Matthew Parker of ModernTax Wants Fellow Entrepreneurs to Focus on the Core Concepts

We’re proud to be investing in ModernTax through the Northwestern Mutual Black Founder Accelerator® in collaboration with NM Future Ventures.

Innovation & Technology

Qualcomm’s 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report: Purposeful Innovation

At Qualcomm, purposeful innovation drives us to take on some of the world’s biggest challenges, using technology to positively impact society.

Innovation & Technology

The Protective Paradox: How Artificial Intelligence Helps Solve AI Cybersecurity Risks

For cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI) is both shield and sword. By implementing AI-driven tools, businesses are better protected against potential cyberthreats.

Education

Empowering Futures With IBM SkillsBuild

They say technology is the workforce of the future and if you love to learn, build your skills in all things tech with a free online platform from IBM SkillsBuild.

Health & Healthcare

Global Market Adoption of WELL Surges: More Than 5 Billion Square Feet of Space Now Uses the World’s Leading Standard for Healthy Buildings and Healthy Organizations

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), announced today a landmark achievement: the WELL Building Standard (WELL) is now being used across more than 5 billion square feet of space in 130 countries.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Tetra Pak Recognised With ‘A’ Score for Transparency on Forests for the Eighth Year Running

Tetra Pak has been recognised for leadership in corporate transparency and performance on forests by global environmental non-profit CDP, securing a place on its annual ‘A List’.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Eaton Earns Leadership Level Ranking From CDP for Climate Disclosure Making Company a Top Performer Among Industry Peers

Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced it has earned a Leadership Level designation from CDP, the world’s leading environmental disclosure platform, for the fifth consecutive year.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

DP World Champions Global Logistics, Successfully Delivers Monorail Cars to Dominican Republic

Demonstrating its prowess in the global logistics sector, DP World has successfully coordinated the delivery of four monorail cars from the United Kingdom (UK) that will serve as critical pieces of an advanced public transportation project in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank Foundation Supports the Yonkers NY Community With Grants Aimed at Underserved Youth

KeyBank recently announced two multi-year Community Impact grants from KeyBank Foundation to nonprofits in Yonkers, NY, a community within the bank’s Hudson Valley/Metro New York market.

Education

Del Monte Foods Wants to Recognize America’s Healthiest Schools

Del Monte Foods is proud to partner with Alliance for a Healthier Generation in its America's Healthiest Schools national recognition program. This annual award recognizes and celebrates schools for implementing best practices.

Research, Reports & Publications

U.S. Dairy Publishes 2021–2022 Sustainability Report

The Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy released its ninth U.S. Dairy Sustainability Report on the industry’s strategy, approach and performance across three key pillars: Advance Well-being, Regenerate the Environment, and Care for Animals and Communities.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Duke Energy Named One of the World’s Most Admired Companies, Thanks to Its Commitment to Innovation, Sustainable Business and More

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) has been recognized by Fortune magazine as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies for 2024. This is the seventh consecutive year the company has made the list, ranking as one of the top four gas and electric utilities for the third year in a row.

Research, Reports & Publications

Food Sector Makes Measured Progress Toward Aligning With a Net Zero Economy, but More Urgent Action Needed

A new Ceres analysis of major North American food companies found that the sector, which accounts for one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions, is making measured progress toward aligning with and accelerating the transition to a net zero emissions economy.

Diversity & Inclusion

Paramount Insights' "Reflecting Me" Survey Findings

In 2021, Paramount Insights surveyed 15,000 consumers across the world to understand their perceptions of the state of on-screen representation and diversity. The resulting study, Reflecting Me, revealed that audiences craved better representation both on- and off-screen.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Trane® Fort Smith Plant Recognized for Significant Safety Achievement

Trane® by Trane Technologies celebrated a significant safety milestone at its Commercial HVAC manufacturing facility in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The plant achieved twelve consecutive years – more than 5,000,000 hours – without a lost time safety incident.

Environment

Baker Tilly Analysis: Federal Supplier Climate Risks and Resilience Proposed Rule Introduces Heightened GHG Emissions Reporting for Federal Contractors

In November 2022, the Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) proposed an amendment to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

Sustainable Development Goals

From Courses to Communities, Dow and WM Drive Sustainability

Through creative collaborations with like-minded companies such as WM, we can help advance the well-being of people and the planet.

Education

Canadian Middle and High School Students Sweep TCS North American Digital Innovation Competition

Seven Canadian students from the Greater Toronto Area have advanced from the February 8 Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) goIT North American Innovator of the Year competition to the next major event in the series.

Education

Amazon and Discovery Education Partner To Help Students Explore Cutting-Edge Careers and Technology

Amazon and Discovery Education today announced a new partnership bringing Amazon Career Tours to classrooms nationwide.

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