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.

Sustainable Development Goals

Charting Suncor’s Sustainability Journey

We broke new ground when we first began publicly reporting our sustainability performance in the mid-1990s.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Tea Service

During National Black Business Month, Regions Bank is highlighting Black entrepreneurs and organizations like Inner City Capital Connections (ICCC) helping entrepreneurs build long-term success.

Education

Avantor Foundation Supports High School Students Pursuing STEM Careers

During the summer of 2023, the Avantor Foundation supported the Next Gen High School Internship Program at the Department of Human Genetics at Emory University.

Events, Media & Communications

Progressive Grocer Welcomes Albertsons’ Sustainability Chief to Grocery Impact Event

Suzanne Long will provide insights into the retailer's ambitious ESG goals at Progressive Grocer's Grocery Impact event this November.

Diversity & Inclusion

With Limited Inclusive Content in Traditional Media, Brands and People With Disabilities Are Finding Representation on Social Media

When CODA won the best picture Oscar in 2022, many people with disabilities hoped it would lead to more inclusion of their stories in media. But aside from the awareness and accolades, little progress to further advance disability inclusion on screen has followed.

Education

Webster Bank Celebrates Its 2023 Intern Class

Help us congratulate our 2023 Intern Class! Webster hosted 25 students from 23 universities supporting 21 departments across Webster offices and HSA Bank, a division of Webster Bank, N.A.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Comcast NBCUniversal Named One of the Top Companies on PEOPLE’s Annual ‘100 Companies That Care’ List

We’re honored Comcast NBCUniversal ranked 12th on PEOPLE Magazine’s 100 Companies that Care list for 2023. Partnering with Great Place to Work, this annual list published today highlights U.S. companies that demonstrate outstanding respect, care, and concern for their employees.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sappi Partners With Suppliers Who Are Leaders in Sustainability

In early 2022, the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved Sappi’s global two-component goal of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 41.5% by 2030 and encouraging 44% of our suppliers, by spend, to set science-based targets by 2026.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Trane Technologies’ Deidra Parrish Williams, Britt Smith Named 2023 Women on the Rise

Paradigm for Parity recently recognized Trane Technologies’ Deidra Parrish Williams and Britt Smith as 2023 Women on the Rise. This accolade recognizes women who are breaking barriers in corporate leadership and show the value of gender parity in the workplace.

Energy

Duke Energy Files Updated Carbon Plan To Serve the Growing Energy Needs of a Thriving North Carolina

Duke Energy filed a new resource plan to advance the company’s energy transition while prioritizing reliability and affordability – one designed to help maintain North Carolina’s status as the nation’s top state for economic development.

Research, Reports & Publications

SAIC Publishes Fourth Annual Corporate Responsibility Report

Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE: SAIC) today published its fourth annual Corporate Responsibility Report, highlighting the company’s ongoing commitment and continued evolution of its programs to improve the world, communities and people’s lives.

Sustainable Development Goals

Yum China Inaugurates China’s First 100% Renewable Energy Cold Chain Logistics Center

Yum China Holdings, Inc. has unveiled a landmark accomplishment in its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. As of July 2023, its company-owned logistics center in Nanning, Guangxi province is completely powered by renewable energy.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

AB: Energy Addiction: AI’s Next Big Challenge

There’s a big buzz around artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential to change the world. But much less has been said about its energy footprint.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Fifth Third Bank Certifies 25 Graduates of Its Empowering Community Leaders Program

Fifth Third congratulates the 25 community leaders who have completed the Bank’s 18-month Empowering Community Leaders career development growth program.

Environment

On National Wildlife Day, IP Celebrates Ongoing Support for Endangered Species Through Sustainable Forestry With NFWF’s Forestland Stewards Partnership

Every day International Paper (IP) along with their longtime partner National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), take strides toward enhancing wildlife's precious habitats by supporting on-the-ground partners that help landowners manage their forests sustainably.

Innovation & Technology

Experience Corporate Climate Action Like Never Before: Unveiling the Game-Changing New Software Designed by eevie

eevie, the leading app technology company for Employee Climate Engagement, announces the launch of its game-changing new version, designed to empower employees in mid-to-large-sized companies to drive impactful climate action.

Social Impact & Volunteering

CNH Industrial Excels in Sustainable Mobility

CNH Industrial is committed to improving how its employees get to work by encouraging the use of public transport and eco-friendly travel options. With the company’s recent release of their 2022 Sustainability Report, this commitment is demonstrated in various areas.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Home Depot Foundation Commits Up to $250,000 To Support Communities Impacted by Hurricane Idalia

The Home Depot Foundation is committing up to $250,000 to support immediate disaster relief and long-term recovery efforts in communities impacted by Hurricane Idalia. This new disaster response grant takes the Foundation’s disaster commitment to nearly $6 million this year.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Partnership With FedEx Provides Valuable Service on Multiple Fronts Across the Country

In the second quarter of 2023, FedEx’s mobile feeding units proved vital in The Salvation Army’s efforts to serve their communities.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Bread Financial 2022 ESG Report: A Message from Head of Sustainability, Dana Beckman

I’m pleased to share Bread Financial’s 2022 ESG report, which highlights our accomplishments in advancing our ESG strategy and driving responsibility and accountability throughout our organization.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Columbus Zoo and Fifth Third Bank Unveil Name of First Hatchling of 2023

Fifth Third Bank teamed up with the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium to name their first hatchling of 2023 and to provide a chance for the winning name recipient to start their own nest egg.

Education

Decoding the Sustainability Reporting Landscape

Sustainability reporting is here to stay. Organizations of all shapes and sizes are under increasing pressure to be open and transparent about the impact they have on the people and places around them. It’s a vital component of any organization’s ongoing success.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

GRI North America Enabling Next Generation Sustainability Leaders

The North America region for GRI has been piloting a program that would ultimately enable a large number of students in the Sustainability field to graduate with GRI Professional Certification credentials at a substantially reduced cost.

Research, Reports & Publications

Summer 2023 Venture Forward Microbusiness Report

The Venture Forward Report is published annually. It offers a deep dive into the latest trends of online microbusinesses, their outsized impact, and hotspots of growth by city.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Path to Peace

The Regions Foundation has worked alongside PeopleFund for several years to help small businesses succeed.

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