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.

Environment

Why Resilient Grasslands Are Unsung Heroes in the Fight Against Climate Change

Whether they’re savannahs, prairies, or steppes, Earth’s grasslands are heroes in the fight against climate change — no matter what you call them.

Health & Healthcare

Community Health Center Hosts Health and Fun Fair in Chicago

The Christian Community Health Center (CCHC) recently hosted a Health and Fun Fair in Chicago.

Education

Students Gather for College STEM Day at the Chemours Discovery Hub

Chemours is committed to being a good corporate citizen, an upstanding steward of our local environmental resources, and good neighbors with Unshakable Integrity – one of our values.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Fair Trade USA™ Recognized With Sustainability Award

The Business Intelligence Group recognized Fair Trade USA™ with a Sustainability Leadership Award in the 2022 Sustainability Awards program.

Health & Healthcare

Illumina Genomics Forum To Feature Diverse Lineup of Visionary Global Leaders

Illumina, a global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies, announced the release of the full agenda for its inaugural Illumina Genomics Forum.

Diversity & Inclusion

Mattie Jones Hollowell Named As KeyBank Corporate Responsibility Officer for Northeast Ohio and Toledo Markets

KeyBank announced Mattie Jones Hollowell has been named Corporate Responsibility Officer for its Northeast Ohio and Toledo markets.

Diversity & Inclusion

Toya Pollard: 'You Can Really Make a Difference.'

Small decisions build up to big life moments, discovered Toya Pollard.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

WSJ Pro Sustainable Business Forum

From regulators to the board, stakeholders are demanding businesses deliver on their sustainability goals.

Environment

Children's Safe Drinking Water Program Reaches 20 Billion Liter Milestone

Clean water is often taken for granted, but with over 770 million people lacking access to clean drinking water globally, clean water isn’t a reality for all.

Energy

Sunrise Wind Invests $300,000 To Train Capital Region Workers for Union Construction Careers in Clean Energy

Sunrise Wind announced it will commit $300,000 to recruit and train workers in Albany’s South End neighborhood for union construction careers critical to the clean energy transition.

Health & Healthcare

Couple Finds Personalized Pain Relief in Identical Devices

Jay and Sandra Aldrich experienced chronic pain for different reasons, but found relief in the same Medtronic therapy.

Energy

From the Fifth Third Bancorp 2021 ESG Report: Purchasing 100% Renewable Power

Fifth Third recognizes the importance of the transition to renewable energy and has been increasing its use of renewable power since 2010.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Baker Hughes Announces Simplified Organization To Enhance Profitability and Position for Growth

These changes will simplify operations, enhance profitability, and drive growth, meeting customer needs and producing solutions in the rapidly evolving energy and industrial markets.

Research, Reports & Publications

Watch: NortonLifeLock's ESG Report Highlights

Last week, we released our 2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, demonstrating how we create an authentic and tangible impact in our workplace, communities, and world. Today, we are releasing a video featuring NortonLifeLock executives, leaders, and employees highlighting their 2022 efforts.

Environment

Olympic Movement Steps Up Climate Action, Announces Network of Olympic Forests

The Olympic Movement is increasing its commitment to fight climate change and preserve the natural environment by creating the Olympic Forest Network – an initiative driven by National Olympic Committees.

Innovation & Technology

How Qualcomm Is Helping To Foster a More Inclusive Patent Ecosystem for All Inventors

The story of engineering breakthroughs by Qualcomm Incorporated and its affiliated companies – and the wireless revolution they’ve made possible.

Diversity & Inclusion

D&I Weekly News Round Up: Discrimination, LGBTQ+ and More

Today we are talking about psychological safety at work, young workers and presenteeism, a software changing accents, and Singapore decriminalizing gay sex.

Research, Reports & Publications

Stewards of Life Out Here: Supply Chain

Tractor Supply contracts with vendors to obtain high-quality products from a variety of countries across the globe.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Volunteers in Europe Pack Food Boxes for Ukrainian Refugees

Recently, FedEx collaborated with Rise Against Hunger, an international hunger relief nonprofit, to provide food boxes containing a two-week, one-person supply of shelf stable food to Ukrainian refugees.

Research, Reports & Publications

Paramount Releases 2021-2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report

Paramount Global released its third annual ESG Report with the goal of advancing the company’s ESG strategy and highlighting progress in 3 focus areas: On-Screen Content & Social Impact; Workforce & Culture; and Sustainable Production & Operations.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Boston Scientific Employees Open Hearts and Homes to Ukrainian Refugees

He and his Polish colleagues have helped provide housing for hundreds of Ukrainian refugee families – and joined the efforts of Boston Scientific colleagues across the globe who have been moved to support Ukrainian relief efforts.

Health & Healthcare

Quest for Health Equity Intern Spotlights

The Quest Diagnostics Quest for Health Equity team sponsored a summer intern program to help Scholars from the AMA’s HBCU, HSI, and the Bluford Healthcare Leadership Institute programs gain real-world experience in health equity.

Health & Healthcare

Delivering the Future of Diagnostics and Precision Oncology

At the 34th European Congress of Pathology (ECP) in Basel, Switzerland, September 3 to 7, 2022, pathologists from more than 100 countries will convene to share and gain insights on advancements in their field.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Wells Fargo 50K Gift to United Way of the Capital Area To Support Jackson State University and Jackson Communities During Water Crisis

United Way of the Capital Area proudly announces the generous gift of $50,000 from Wells Fargo towards the 2021-22 Emergency Disaster Crisis Relief Fund.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Advancing Sustainable Development Goals
    SUMMARY: SCS is working to empower companies, NGOs, institutions and government agencies around the globe meet the United Nation's Sustainable...
  2. Sustainability
    Leading the logistics sector towards a more sustainable future by investing in innovative green technologies, enhancing operational efficiency, and...
  3. Collective Action
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...
  4. Kingfisher Around the World
    The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...
  5. Corporate Social Responsibility
    Corporate Social Responsibility
  6. Goals That Inspire: Positive Social Impact
    Through our Goals That Inspire we strive to make a positive difference in our communities by relying on our ability to understand their needs and then...
  7. Employee Giving & Volunteerism
    We support employees in their desire to give back – connecting them to organizations where they can make a difference.Motorolans are good citizens by...
  8. Technology for Good
    We believe that technology, when thoughtfully and strategically applied, can bring positive, lasting change to people’s lives and communities and...
  9. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  10. People: Achieving Excellence Through Safety, Efficiency, and Partnership
    Our vision is simple and clear: to be a best-in-class employer delivering innovative products and experiences for our customers. Our focus on...
  11. CARE Corporate Partnerships
    CARE works with corporate partners globally to invest in innovative, scalable, impactful, community-based solutions.
  12. Community
    By sharing our time, talent, and technology, we aim to inspire, support, and empower our communities, our employees, and the next generation.
  13. Fem.AI
    Unleash the future with Fem.AI! Cadence's groundbreaking approach propels women and the industry towards a fairer tech sector. By investing in...
  14. KeyBank's Commitment to Diversity
    Promoting inclusive environments by employing systemic changes to improve the access of individuals of diverse backgrounds. Learn more about our...
  15. Access
    Genomics should be available to the many, not the few. It has the power to save lives and vastly improve the human condition. As the leader in...