ESG News from Leading Brands

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Heroes Work Here: Appliance Service Technician Reacted Quickly To Help a Customer in Need

Jul 5, 2022 2:30 PM ET

As Appliance Service Supervisor Jonathan Kopecky approached a Clark customer’s home to check in with a tech on his team, he saw a man pull into the driveway and dash into the house.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

FedEx Grant to Rewilding Europe Sponsors Nature Restoration in Scotland

Jul 5, 2022 2:05 PM ET

FedEx is committed to reducing its emissions. Alongside focused emissions reductions efforts, charitable grants to environmental non-profit organisations seek to promote and scale nature-based solutions for addressing climate challenges.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Tractor Supply Recognized for Workplace Achievements

Jul 5, 2022 2:00 PM ET

Tractor Supply Company(NASDAQ: TSCO), the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, today announced significant awards and recognition of its commitment to a strong workplace culture.

Research, Reports & Publications

Black & Veatch's Annual Sustainability Report Highlights Progress on ESG Goals and Net-Zero Commitment

Jul 5, 2022 2:00 PM ET

Black & Veatch’s Annual Sustainability Report Highlights Progress on ESG Goals and Net-Zero Commitment. It also includes the company’s alignment to the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact, the CEO Water Mandate and its Caring for Climate pledge.

Innovation & Technology

Ericsson Makes Progress Towards Digital Inclusion

Jul 5, 2022 1:20 PM ET

Ericsson is focusing its efforts on areas where it can have the greatest influence while also positively impacting its customers’ and own business.

Research, Reports & Publications

Applied Materials Highlights Progress Toward Its 10-Year Sustainability Roadmap

Jul 5, 2022 12:30 PM ET

Applied Materials, Inc. has published its latest Sustainability Report, detailing its environmental, social and governance (ESG) programs and results from the past year.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

From the Fifth Third Bancorp 2021 ESG Report: A Leadership Message

Jul 5, 2022 12:30 PM ET

We are committed to continued transparency and consistent progress in executing our ESG priorities. We are both excited about the future at Fifth Third and believe this will be our decade to accomplish even greater things.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Tapestry's Approach to Employee Growth and Wellbeing

Jul 5, 2022 12:20 PM ET

We want our employees to love where they work. To create this positive environment, we uphold a culture that strives to improve work-life balance and the wellbeing of our employees. By investing in learning and development, we are strengthening our company and building and supporting future leaders.

Green Infrastructure

Balancing Action With Affordability in Water Infrastructure Development

Jul 5, 2022 12:15 PM ET

As water becomes an increasingly scarce resource in California and across the United States, water and wastewater infrastructure owners are being pushed to explore more expensive sources, while keeping rates as low as possible for consumers.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Walt Disney Company Announces the Disney Storytellers Fund at Howard University To Support the Next Generation of Black Storytellers

Jul 5, 2022 11:40 AM ET

At ESSENCE Festival of Culture™, The Walt Disney Company announced the creation of the Disney Storytellers Fund at Howard University

Diversity & Inclusion

Supporting LGBTQ+ Pride Month as a Cadence DEI Intern

Jul 5, 2022 11:30 AM ET

As a second-time HR intern at Cadence, I am so proud to see how the LGBTQ+ community and allies at Cadence came together for this year’s LGBTQ+ Pride Month.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Home Depot's Homer Fund Launches 2022 Orange@Heart Employee Assistance Campaign

Jul 5, 2022 11:00 AM ET

The Homer Fund, The Home Depot’s employee assistance program, is funded by associates and the company to help associates in need.

Research, Reports & Publications

GoDaddy 2021 Sustainability Report: Data Privacy and Security

Jul 5, 2022 11:00 AM ET

As an internet company, data protection, security and privacy are at the core of everything we do.

Environment

Regenerative Agriculture: The Case For Palm Oil

Jul 5, 2022 11:00 AM ET

While there’s no universally accepted definition of regenerative agriculture, it is an amalgamation of agricultural methods that aim to sustain soil health and not deplete resources such as water while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Research, Reports & Publications

Mondelēz 2021 Snacking Made Right Report: Mindful Snacking

Jul 5, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Mindful snacking is about eating with intention and attention, focusing on the present moment, and savoring how the food tastes so you really enjoy it. In short, it’s about making the most of snacking in-the-moment.

Social Impact & Volunteering

At Business and in Life, This CEO Is Winning by Design

Jul 5, 2022 11:00 AM ET

How a fashion entrepreneur in Florida keeps her business moving forward with the help of Verizon Small Business Digital Ready

Environment

Trane Technologies Statement on Supreme Court Ruling in West Virginia v. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Jul 5, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Dave Regnery, chair and CEO of Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator, issued the following statement regarding the 6-3 ruling from the Supreme Court of the United States in the environmental enforcement case West Virginia v. EPA.

Responsible Production & Consumption

New Organizations Join IWBI Membership Program

Jul 5, 2022 10:55 AM ET

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) is pleased to announce new organizations that have joined its membership program.

Innovation & Technology

Automated Agricultural Helpers: Ripe for Robots

Jul 5, 2022 10:55 AM ET

Responsible Production & Consumption

MARTINI® Achieves Sustainability Landmark

Jul 5, 2022 10:30 AM ET

After decades spent pioneering sustainable practices, MARTINI has reached a sustainability milestone – 100% of the wineries for the entire MARTINI portfolio are now certified sustainable.

Research, Reports & Publications

Suncor Releases Its Annual Report on Sustainability and Climate Report

Jul 5, 2022 10:30 AM ET

Suncor’s 2022 Report on Sustainability and Climate Report are now available here, continuing our long tradition of openly reporting our environmental performance.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Franklin Templeton's Global Head of Sustainability Anne Simpson Recognized As NACD Directorship 100™ Honoree

Jul 5, 2022 10:10 AM ET

The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) announced the 2022 NACD Directorship 100™. Included among this year’s esteemed honorees is Anne Simpson, Franklin Templeton’s Global Head of Sustainability.

Diversity & Inclusion

KeyBank's Trina Evans Receives 2022 Women of Note Award From Crain's Cleveland Business

Jul 5, 2022 10:00 AM ET

KeyCorp Executive Vice President, Chief of Staff and Director of Corporate Center Trina Evans recently received a 2022 Women of Note Award from Crain’s Cleveland Business.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Trane® by Trane Technologies Prepares America's Service Men and Women for Technical Careers With Its Trade Warriors Program

Jul 5, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Trane® by Trane Technologies is growing the skilled labor workforce and supporting America’s dedicated military service members through its Trade Warriors program.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

An Open Letter to All Who Seek Safety

Jul 5, 2022 9:45 AM ET

We’re all unique. We’re all different. Often, I feel like it’s the only thing we can agree on. But we all have the same basic needs. We need a safe place to sleep so we can rest easy. Opportunity. Access to information and education.