ESG News from Leading Brands

Social Impact & Volunteering

Common Impact Volunteer Spotlight: Cate Hewett, State Street

Oct 14, 2021 5:00 PM ET

State Street's Cate Hewett comments on the powerful impact a skills-based volunteering project with nonprofit Riverside Industries, Inc. had on her and her team.

Green Infrastructure

Alliant Energy Celebrates First Community Solar Garden in Company History

Oct 14, 2021 4:35 PM ET

The 1-megawatt solar garden, at maximum output, could power 1,000 homes and is expected to be operational by the end of 2021.

Environment

ESG Mandates Heating up for the Oil and Gas Industry

Oct 14, 2021 3:15 PM ET

As we enter the latter half of 2021, energy companies are embracing the growing importance of ESG disclosures and reporting.

Environment

ESG Disclosure Timeline: How to Plan Ahead for 2022

Oct 14, 2021 2:45 PM ET

Navigating reporting frameworks and questionnaires can seem like a monumental task. To help, we’ve created a reporting and disclosure timeline to walk you through the reporting season and everything you need to prepare for it.

Energy

A Sunny Future for US Power Grid

Oct 14, 2021 2:40 PM ET

Solar energy could power 40 percent of America’s electricity by 2035, according to a new study released by the US Department of Energy (DOE).

Research, Reports & Publications

Fourth TCFD Status Report Highlights Greatest Progress to Date on TCFD Adoption

Oct 14, 2021 2:30 PM ET

TCFD disclosure increased more between 2019 and 2020 than in previous years; 83 of the world’s largest 100 companies now support or report in line with the TCFD’s recommendations.

Research, Reports & Publications

Introducing the 2021 Porter Novelli Focus: Financial Equity

Oct 14, 2021 2:15 PM ET

In this research, we explore American perceptions and understanding of inequities in our financial system – and which organizations are responsible to solve for these inequities.

Diversity & Inclusion

Hispanic Heritage Month Employee Spotlight: Vice President of Global Assembly and Test Operations, Jose Hernandez Lopez

Oct 14, 2021 1:55 PM ET

In the United States, Americans commemorate National Hispanic Heritage Month, by honoring unique histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

Diversity & Inclusion

Illumina Launches New Employee Resource Group iLatinx During Hispanic Heritage Month

Oct 14, 2021 1:30 PM ET

At Illumina, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive environment.

Environment

COP26 President Alok Sharma Urges G20 Leaders to 'Step Up' Climate Commitments

Oct 14, 2021 1:15 PM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The JetBlue Foundation Opens its Fall Granting Application Cycle to Eligible STEM & Aviation Educational Programs

Oct 14, 2021 1:05 PM ET

Educational programs with an emphasis on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and aviation may apply through November 1, 2021 for grants up to $50,000 each, based on criteria, need and project scope.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

The Home Depot Recognized on Forbes' World's Best Employers List of 2021

Oct 14, 2021 1:00 PM ET

On Oct. 12, Forbes published this year’s 2021 World’s Best Employers list.

Education

Latest Virtual Field Trip From Discovery Education Explores the History of Veterans Day and the Importance of Service

Oct 14, 2021 12:45 PM ET

Discovery Education today announced the Voices of U.S., a Virtual Field Trip series in partnership with Discovery, Inc.

Health & Healthcare

The IWBI Special Report Chapter Series: “Reimagining the Policy Framework”

Oct 14, 2021 12:40 PM ET

The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed a glaring omission in the sustainable building policy framework. While there are three pillars of sustainability—planetary, economic and human health—for years, policy has been designed as if there were only two.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

The Virtuous Circle: Partnering Across the Value Chain for Sustainable Homes

Oct 14, 2021 12:30 PM ET

The challenges of weaning our economies from their harmful addiction to consumption and waste might seem insurmountable.

Environment

Meet Roxy the Zoologist: Biologist and Wildlife Filmmaker

Oct 14, 2021 12:15 PM ET

For as long as I can remember, I have always felt a deep connection with animals. My passion for documenting their lives and sharing their stories dates to when I was six years old.

Social Impact & Volunteering

New Mississippi Initiative Will Combat Leading Cause of Involuntary Land Loss Among Black Families

Oct 14, 2021 12:15 PM ET

The Center for Heirs’ Property Preservation and the Mississippi Center for Justice, with support from World Wildlife Fund and Kimberly-Clark, will provide legal services, assistance and resources to help historically underserved Mississippians

Responsible Production & Consumption

Dow and Crocs Announce a New Collaboration To Help Lower the Carbon Footprint of Crocs' Iconic Footwear

Oct 14, 2021 12:05 PM ET

Technology pioneered by Dow will support the reduction in carbon emissions of Crocs’ shoes by providing bio-based materials for production.

Diversity & Inclusion

How Smarter Mobility Can Make Cities More Equitable

Oct 14, 2021 12:05 PM ET

Three ways of using transport data to tackle social exclusion

Sustainable Development Goals

Covestro to Host Virtual Youth Climate Summit During COP26

Oct 14, 2021 12:05 PM ET

At the same time as world leaders gather at the United Nations’ annual climate change conference (COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland, the first week of November, Covestro LLC will host a free, virtual climate summit for U.S. high school students

Diversity & Inclusion

Rockwell Automation's Latinx Employees Leave Their Mark

Oct 14, 2021 12:00 PM ET

As National Hispanic Heritage Month concludes this week, several Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) employees reflected on this year’s theme, “Deja tu Huella” or “Leave Your Mark.”

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Pro Bono Week 2021: Doubling Our Impact

Oct 14, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Taproot Foundation is striving to double our community's average weekly social impact by forging 100+ pro bono connections during Pro Bono Week (October 24-30).

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Alba Vivar Talks About Her Heritage and Giving Back to the Community

Oct 14, 2021 11:45 AM ET

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Fifth Third Bank, Accion Opportunity Fund to Host Fireside Chat on Resources, Options for Small Businesses

Oct 14, 2021 11:30 AM ET

Fifth Third Bank and Accion Opportunity Fund will host a fireside chat on Oct. 27 on the state of small business – specifically for entrepreneurs of color – and actions that can be taken to help ensure a successful recovery after the pandemic.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Asset Servicing at Northern Trust

Oct 14, 2021 11:15 AM ET

Our asset servicing business is committed to supporting the efforts of our institutional clients to meet sustainable investment goals by giving them access to ESG insights.