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Kenvue Drives Climate Action Strategy Forward

Sep 23, 2024 6:50 AM ET

Kenvue Inc. (NYSE: KVUE) (“Kenvue” or the “Company”), the maker of iconic brands such as Aveeno®, Listerine®, Neutrogena® and Tylenol®, is advancing progress toward the climate change goals outlined in its Healthy Lives Mission environmental, social and governance strategy

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The FedExCup Playoffs Will Leave a Legacy of Trees in Three Host Cities

FedEx Corporation

Environment

A Perfect Time to GroMoreGood Through Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz

ScottsMiracle-Gro

Diversity & Inclusion

2024 SAIC Corporate Responsibility Report: Inclusion

Science Applications International Corp.

Education

Principal® Foundation Announces National Short Story Contest Finalists

Oct 20, 2023 10:50 AM ET

Principal® Foundation announced 17 finalists for its inaugural national short story contest that invited people to share short stories around lived experiences with money. The contest is part of Money Chronicles: A Story Initiative, a new program from Principal Foundation.

Education

Promoting Sustainability, Education at the L.A. Arboretum

Oct 20, 2023 10:15 AM ET

In September, Southern California Edison volunteers traversed 127 acres of the Arboretum gardens, where staff provided information on specific sustainable gardening techniques, including lasagna mulching, weeding and planting.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

HP Puts a Big Bet on Sustainable Impact as a Competitive Edge

Oct 20, 2023 10:00 AM ET

Big tech companies are looking for ways to differentiate in a hyper-competitive landscape amid economic headwinds that caused tech giants to lose a combined market value of around $2.5 trillion in 2022.

Research, Reports & Publications

GoDaddy Venture Forward Report | Summer 2023 | U.S. Edition: Where We’ve Been...And Where We’re Going

Oct 20, 2023 10:00 AM ET

Our Venture Forward research initiative goes beyond merely reporting on the findings of our proprietary small business data analyses. We use our research to proactively engage and support civic leaders, policymakers and influencers who care deeply about nurturing entrepreneurial.

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity Drives Innovation: Empowering the Next Generation of Women Leaders in Tech

Oct 20, 2023 9:30 AM ET

Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI), a global leader in public safety and enterprise security, hosted a panel on improving the representation of women in the technology sector and the link between diversity and innovation at the Women in Business and Tech Expo in London.

Research, Reports & Publications

Nasdaq Named Leader in Verdantix ESG Reporting and Data Management Software Report

Oct 20, 2023 9:25 AM ET

Nasdaq has been named a 2023 Leader in an ESG Reporting and Data Management Software Report by Verdantix.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Lifting Up Westchester Unveils New Job Central Facility Funded by a Grant From KeyBank Foundation

Oct 20, 2023 9:00 AM ET

Lifting Up Westchester (LUW) staff, clients, supporters, and community partners were on hand to celebrate the opening of LUW’s Job Central, a new facility to provide job readiness and placement services for the unemployed and underemployed in Westchester County.

Diversity & Inclusion

VIVA KOHLER Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month With Style

Oct 20, 2023 9:00 AM ET

Thanks to our incredible VIVA KOHLER business resource group, this Hispanic Heritage Month has been one to remember!

Education

UK Prime Minister Participates in New Holland Agriculture Program

Oct 20, 2023 9:00 AM ET

New Holland Agriculture, a brand of CNH Industrial, was recently visited by UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, at the farm at Writtle University College (WUC).

Diversity & Inclusion

Cisco Networking Academy Celebrates Its Students and Alums During Latin Hispanic Heritage Month

Oct 20, 2023 8:15 AM ET

In Latin Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate all of our students and alums from these communities who have joined ours, through Cisco Networking Academy’s IT skills-to-jobs program.

Energy

Duke Energy, Tampa Bay Rays Collab Raises $100,000 To Help Florida Customers Pay Their Energy Bills

Oct 20, 2023 8:10 AM ET

Thanks to a collaboration with Duke Energy and the Tampa Bay Rays, Florida agencies will get $100,000 to help customers pay their energy bills.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Owens Corning Reports Progress on Shingle Recycling Initiatives

Oct 20, 2023 7:00 AM ET

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) continues to advance toward its aspiration to create a circular shingle economy and divert waste from landfills.

Research, Reports & Publications

Reuters' Sustainability Reporting USA 2023 Recap: Unpacking Interoperability and CSRD Impact

Oct 19, 2023 6:30 PM ET

Matthew Rusk, Head of GRI North America Engagement and Public Affairs, participated in two enlightening sessions at Reuters event, Sustainability Reporting USA 2023.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bath & Body Works Marks 20 Years of Support of the National Domestic Violence Hotline

Oct 19, 2023 5:30 PM ET

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Bath & Body Works has been a long-time partner of the National Domestic Violence Hotline, and the company is proud to continue its support with a $100,000 donation this year.

Events, Media & Communications

Charles Wesley Godwin First Musician Featured in National Parks Conservation Association and Yellowstone Bourbon’s New Music Video Series

Oct 19, 2023 4:00 PM ET

National Parks Conservation Association and Yellowstone Bourbon released the first of three videos in their new Park Sessions series featuring Charles Wesley Godwin. With the goal of sharing musicians’ perspectives on the importance of national park protection.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CNH Named in 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2023

Oct 19, 2023 4:00 PM ET

Yesterday, CNH Industrial was added to 3BL’s annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, recognizing outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest U.S. public companies.

Environment

Global Perspectives: Understanding the Differences in Emergency Response Programs

Oct 19, 2023 3:10 PM ET

The following will help you understand the differences in emergency response programs, with insights and best practices for ensuring your global preparedness program is truly ready to serve each region where your organization has a presence.

Diversity & Inclusion

MAC Cosmetics Launches “Equal Futures” Makeup Artistry Program for LGBTQIA+ Youth

Oct 19, 2023 2:45 PM ET

M·A·C Cosmetics concluded its first-ever Equal Futures Makeup Artistry Program this October in partnership with long-time VIVA GLAM grantee, The Hetrick-Martin Institute (HMI).

Environment

Antea Group Announces New United Kingdom-Based Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability Consulting Business

Oct 19, 2023 2:30 PM ET

Antea Group, an international engineering and consulting firm, announced today that it will establish an environment, health, safety, and sustainability consulting business in the United Kingdom.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Engaging Dow Employees for Impact

Oct 19, 2023 2:25 PM ET

Whether through the dedication of time, talent or expertise, volunteering promotes a positive employee experience, further supports Dow’s global citizenship priorities and investments, and ultimately advances our ambition.

Health & Healthcare

Update: Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza

Oct 19, 2023 2:20 PM ET

A major humanitarian crisis is unfolding in the escalating war between Palestinian armed groups and Israel. The imposed blockade and lack of safe humanitarian corridors has left Gaza without electricity.

Sustainable Development Goals

Speaking of Sustainability: Patty Hemmelgarn, Air Compliance Lead

Oct 19, 2023 2:15 PM ET

Although Patty Hemmelgarn has only been with Owens Corning since 2021, she brings with her a wealth of experience in air quality management. Patty has focused on air quality and compliance for her whole career, including at a consulting firm working with the U.S.

Diversity & Inclusion

Words and Their Impact on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Oct 19, 2023 1:50 PM ET

I’m proud to work at Cadence, a company that has been a leader when it comes to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

Environment

Water Conservation Key to Sysco’s Sustainable Agriculture Program

Oct 19, 2023 1:15 PM ET

Water conservation is an important part of Sysco’s Sustainable Agriculture Program which covers Sysco Brand canned and frozen fruit and vegetables. As part of this program, growers and suppliers work to reduce the impact of farming on surface and groundwater.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

SAC Shares Critical Perspectives at Global Fashion Summit

Oct 19, 2023 1:10 PM ET

At the Global Fashion Summit: Boston Edition 2023, Sustainable Apparel Coalition experts shared critical perspectives on supply chain innovation, policy, and building infrastructure for circularity.

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