ESG News from Leading Brands

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Environment | World Wildlife Fund

Grassland Loss in the Great Plains Persists, With 1.9 Million Acres Destroyed in 2022

Annual analysis from World Wildlife Fund’s Plowprint report reveals 1.9 million acres of grasslands were converted for crops in 2022 alone across the Great Plains.

Environment

Subaru and Arbor Day Foundation Partner To Launch Largest Corporate Tree Distribution Program

Subaru of America, Inc.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Power of Giving

NRG Energy

Health & Healthcare

Championing HIV Services for LGBTQ+ Youth

Gilead Sciences

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Environment

Mercedes-Benz Arena Shanghai Launches a Social Music Project To Celebrate World Earth Day

To observe World Earth Day on April 22, 2023, Mercedes-Benz Arena Shanghai partnered with AETHER, a Shanghai local handpan group, to launch a special social music project that celebrates the planet.

Diversity & Inclusion

My Ericsson Story of PRIDE

As a leader at Ericsson, I know how important authenticity is. I’ve traveled all over the United States to meet with teams, and I constantly challenge people to make authentic connections.

The life science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany operates as MilliporeSigma in the U.S. and Canada

Energy

MilliporeSigma Ranks on EPA’s National Top 100 List of Green Power Users

MilliporeSigma, the U.S. and Canada Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, a leading science and technology company, announced it placed No. 64 on the EPA's National Top 100 List for largest green power users within the EPA's Green Power Partnership program.

Health & Healthcare

Yum China Doubles Down on its Commitment to Nutrition and Health

Adopting the Chinese Dietary Guidelines (2022), which offer a series of dietary guidelines for Chinese residents, Yum China revised its Nutrition and Health Policy and issued its commitments to further drive the company’s nutrition and health endeavors.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Alkermes’ Katie Joyce To Speak at Women in Bio 2023

Katie Joyce, our VP of Corporate Affairs is participated in a panel discussion at this year’s Women In Bio - Engage. Educate. Empower.

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Social Impact & Volunteering

Aramark Employees Celebrate 10th Annual Global Day of Service by Volunteering Around the World

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) the provider of food, facilities, and uniform services in 19 countries around the world, will celebrate its 10th annual global day of service, Aramark Building Community Day (ABC Day), on Thursday, April 27.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Comcast NBCUniversal Names Mona Dexter To Lead Military Engagement

Comcast NBCUniversal is excited to share that Mona Dexter has been named Vice President of Military & Veteran Affairs, succeeding Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Carol Eggert, who recently retired from Comcast.

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Sustainable Development Goals

Building With Mushrooms To Reduce Drywall Waste — Or Cooking Up a New Future for Data Center Construction

In 2022 we began working with Mycocycle, an innovative technology company in the zero-waste market, to pilot a new project at our data center in Gallatin, TN.

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Energy

Cummins’ Solar Project Honored by U.S. Department of Energy

Cummins’ most recent solar installation to go on-line has been honored by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).

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Education

Fifth Third Bank Finance Academy® Courses Lead to Gains in Financial Knowledge

During the 2021-2022 school years, students who took Fifth Third Bank Finance Academy® courses increased their knowledge about financial topics by 50%.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Three Ways Financial Advisors Can Advance Racial and Gender Equity

When looking to meaningfully address the gender and racial wealth gap, investors should consider parking their funds at financial institutions like HOPE Credit Union (HOPE) that are in the communities where this work needs to happen.

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Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainability at SAP Sapphire in 2023

Sustainability at SAP became a long-term strategic goal in 2009. Ever since this commitment, SAP has prioritized a combination of economic performance, environmental protection, and social responsibility to make businesses sustainable.

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Yellowstone Bourbon Recognized by National Parks Conservation Association With National Park Defender Award

In recognition of their commitment to national park protection, National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) has named Yellowstone Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey the recipient of its third annual National Park Defender award.

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Innovation & Technology

The Pressure Is On: How Sensors Are Taking Energy Forward

Meet Jonny MacGregor. He thrives on pressure, running over 100 sensor projects and driving his race car beyond its limits.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

National Parks Conservation Association's 2023 National Park Week Gift Guide

Looking for the perfect gift for the national park lover in your life? Check out these items that have more in common than a connection to national parks — they’re from brands that support NPCA and our mission to protect and preserve national parks.

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Responsible Production & Consumption

HanesBrands’ Upcycle Project is Reducing Waste While Creating Jobs

Associates in Surin, Thailand, are dedicated to making meaningful changes for our planet and our communities. Through a new upcycle program, Surin associates work with local vendors to turn excess materials into products that are sold by the local community.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Gildan Answers Fashion Revolution’s Call-to-Action for Greater Transparency in the Supply Chain

For the 6th consecutive year, Gildan will be participating in Fashion Revolution’s annual global movement working to elevate transparency in the clothing industry by sparking an interesting conversation about the people behind the apparel.

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Sustainable Development Goals

Fifth Third Celebrates Earth Day Every Day

On the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day, Fifth Third Bank is proud to acknowledge April 22 as a day to bring greater awareness to preserving and protecting the Earth’s natural resources for future generations.

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Green Infrastructure

New Holland Opens New Sustainable Smart Dealer in Argentina

This new concept integrates commercial offices, training rooms and a coworking space for clients with a workshop, spare parts warehouse, Intelligence Center and merchandising store. It has also been designed with consideration for the environment.

Diversity & Inclusion

Art and Understanding: Regions Bank Celebrates Diversity Awareness Month

Regions Bank’s Indiana DEI Network and Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art in Indianapolis hosted award-winning Native American artist, Katrina Mitten, for a conversation on her art, history, and culture as a citizen of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma.

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Environment

AB Celebrates Earth Day 2023

Ahead of Earth Day 2023, AllianceBernstein’s (AB) Chief Responsibility Officer, Erin Bigley and Director of Environmental Research & Engagement, Sara Rosner highlight our continued collaboration with the Columbia Climate School and AB's recent announcement

Sustainable Development Goals

It’s Your Environment. Know Your Impact.

Whether it’s hybrid work or distance learning, we have all quickly become accustomed to collaborating remotely, without compromising on productivity.

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Environment

What Are You Doing for Earth Day?

I was in elementary school in 1970 when the very first Earth Day was organized in the U.S. An astonishing 20 million people came out that day to rally around protecting the environment.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Food Meant for Children in West Africa Was at Risk of Going to Waste. That’s When Hershey Stepped In.

With the help of on-the-ground-partners, Tim McCoy devised a plan to purchase and transport 1.1 million servings of this therapeutic food to children through Côte d’Ivoire-based non-governmental organization, The Children of Africa Foundation.

Environment

Bread Financial’s Commitment to Protecting Our Planet Through Sustainable Business Practices

At Bread Financial, we’re focused on integrating environmental criteria into all aspects of our business operations – dedicating time and resources to advance sustainability initiatives as part of our climate action roadmap.

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  13. Financial health
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