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2021 Baker Hughes Progress in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion

We advanced our DEI programs in 2021 in multiple ways. We established a common framework and definitions, defining four strategic focus areas: diverse workforce, inclusive culture, supplier diversity, and engaging with customers and communities.

Community First Fund Receives $2.25 Million Grant From Truist Foundation To Launch Fund Supporting Minority Small Business Owners

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Truist Foundation today announced a $2.25 million commitment to Community First Fund, a nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) dedicated to aligning capital with social justice.

Gaaaap! Latest Rivalry in College Football Pits Aflac Duck Against New Nemesis, Gap Goat, Representing the Gap Between What Health Insurance Covers and What Americans Are Able To Pay

Health & Healthcare

Aflac, a leading provider of supplemental health insurance in the U.S.1, is kicking off its marketing campaign for the 2022-2023 college football season to shine a light on the gap between health insurance and medical bills.

Take It From the CEO: Three Lessons for the Next Generation of Leaders

Think about it: our world needs to change. It needs to quickly become both prosperous and sustainable for everyone. And the only way we can do this is by involving everyone in the journey.

From Major Sports Events to Rock Concerts, the Legacy of Helsinki 1952 Lives On

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Seventy years ago in Helsinki, an expanded and revitalised Olympic Games provided a welcome uplift for a world recovering from war.

Smoke on the Green: A Pitmaster Takes Her Shot

Diversity & Inclusion

When Amanda Kinsey-Joplin’s son Jaquavious was picked for a once-in-a-lifetime school trip to China in 2015, the Atlanta mother of five tried to raise the $8,000 cost with crowdfunding. But when she raised just $25, she was left in tears.

Boeing and Alder Fuels Partner to Scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel Globally

Green Infrastructure

"As we work toward the civil aviation industry's commitment to net zero carbon emissions by 2050, we know that 700 – 1,000 times more SAF is needed in order to meet this goal."

What It Takes To Build Workplaces That Are More Inclusive for LGBTQ People

Diversity & Inclusion

How can people be at their best in their careers if they work in an environment in which they don’t feel safe fully revealing who they are?

Another Kind of Independence Day

Diversity & Inclusion

For people with disabilities, the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) provides and enforces opportunities for more accessibility at work, and granting the ability to request accommodations needed to perform at their best.

Duke Energy Ignites Florida's Workforce With $697,000 in Training, Development Grants

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Duke Energy Foundation and Duke Energy Florida have awarded $697,000 in grants to support a wide range of workforce training and development initiatives, as well as programs focused on attracting and retaining underrepresented and diverse workers.

How CareerVillage Is Democratizing Access to Career Information for Underrepresented Youth

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Students worldwide are questioning how to get into specific careers, and it can be even more difficult for underrepresented youth to get the answer. That inspired Jared Chung to start CareerVillage.org.

Inside INdiana Business Features Land Betterment's ekō Solutions

Innovation & Technology

Inside INdiana Business features ekō Solutions’ acquisition of CSI which will ensure a controlled manufacturing supply chain to meet industrialized customer demand

California’s New Clean Car Standards Will Accelerate Zero-Emission Vehicle Market Development Across States

Environment

Ceres joins major companies and employers in California to celebrate the adoption of the Advanced Clean Cars II rule, which will build upon the state’s history of leadership

Mission To Save Mount Diablo Inspires 10,000 Trees Project

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Since 2010, Marathon has given more than $200,000 to support Save Mount Diablo’s work in California. One of the grants for $20,000 paid for one year of tree planting.

Hybrid Drivetrain Konzept Wins Second Red Dot Design Award of 2022 for STEYR

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

STEYR, a regional agricultural brand of CNH Industrial, has been awarded the 2022 Red Dot Design Award in the Design Concept category for its Hybrid Drivetrain Konzept

What Are the Business Risks Associated With Transitioning to a Low-Carbon Economy?

Energy

The biggest risk a company can run is sticking to the status quo when it comes to sustainability. But making a commitment to low-carbon practices also carries challenges. By knowing them, you can mitigate them.

Brightening Our Corner Newsletter - August 2022

Environment

Ray C. Anderson Foundation's Newsletter: Stories from key funding initiatives, including The Ray, Drawdown Georgia, the Ray C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business and Drawdown Georgia.

Barcelona 1992: A City Turning Towards the Sea and Winning the Hearts of the World

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Thirty years ago, the Olympic Games Barcelona 1992 stunned the world with a magnificent Opening Ceremony and unforgettable sporting performances. But the impact of the Games went far beyond creating lasting memories for fans around the world.

Cadence and Industry Leaders Collaborate to Create SoC Tapeout Classes for Universities

Education

In light of the CHIPS Act, Cadence and other industry-leading companies are collaborating with The Western Design Center, Inc. to create System-on-Chip (SoC) design and tapeout classes for colleges and universities.

Chemours Creates a Better World Through the Power of Chemistry

The future of Chemours starts with a portfolio of sustainable offerings that are critical to solving some of the world’s most pressing problems.

Improving the Financial Strength of Black Small Business Owners

Diversity & Inclusion

As we celebrate Black Business Month, we recognize the important role black-owned businesses play in supporting the U.S. economy.

BIER Member Spotlight: Paul Bruijn

Environment

Welcome to our series aimed at spotlighting the individual leaders within BIER member companies and stakeholder organizations. Meet Paul Bruijn, Global Lead Sustainable Production, Heineken.

Introducing a New Whole Planet Foundation Microfinance Partner: J-Palm Liberia

The Whole Planet Foundation and J-Palm project officially launched at end September 2021. To date, J-Palm has already installed 70 mini-mills in 24 villages, of the targeted 90 mini-mills. J-Palm is now a Whole Planet microfinance partner.

United Rentals Launches Total Control Emissions Tracking To Help Customers Advance Sustainability Strategies

Innovation & Technology

United Rentals, Inc. announced a new data-driven solution in its cloud-based Total Control® fleet management platform that helps to provide information customers can use as part of their programs to monitor and manage their environmental impact.

Yum! Brands Unlocks Opportunity in its People and Communities

From support centers to restaurants, we’ve been fostering our people-first culture across the world for 25 years. In the latest Recipe for Good Report you’ll find ways we're promoting equity, inclusion and belonging in communities we operate.