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.

Research, Reports & Publications

Driving Sustainability With Better Business Spend Management: How Organizations Can Use Coupa and EcoVadis to Reduce Risk and Drive Value

Sustainability has long since been established as a critical component of effective risk management across every industry.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

GoDaddy Takes Action: Looking Back on 2021 and Forward Into 2022

2021 was another banner year for GoDaddy’s Corporate Sustainability work, and I’m proud to share many efforts and milestones the company has taken to live our values.

Environment

Bond Investors Can Help Hold Companies Accountable Post COP26

The United Nations Glasgow Climate Change Conference, also known as COP26, concluded in November with 200 nations signing the Glasgow Climate Pact (GCP), an agreement that could accelerate climate action and drive big carbon cuts.

Environment

The Soil Health Institute Welcomes Three New Team Members

We’re excited to add Adebukola Dada, Mary Griffith, and Cameron Ogilvie to our team,” said Dr. Wayne Honeycutt, SHI’s President & CEO. “Each of these individuals brings expertise in soil health and passion for supporting farmers as...

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

United Airlines Brings Holiday Cheer to Pediatric Patients

This year, we brought the North Pole a little further south! Our Fantasy Parades treated pediatric patients, underprivileged children and their families to drive-through winter wonderlands across the country.

Innovation & Technology

Championing Data Best Practices for a Responsible Future

Data Privacy Week is an annual international effort to spread awareness about data privacy and educate individuals on how to secure their personal information.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Lenovo Recognized With Prestigious 'A' Score for Global Water Stewardship

Lenovo has been recognized for leadership in corporate sustainability by global environmental non-profit CDP, securing a place on its prestigious ‘A List’ for tackling water security.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Entergy Employees Honor MLK Day With Weekend of Service in New Orleans

Entergy employees and community members came together on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day to answer King’s question, "what are you doing for others?"

Environment

Regulatory Registers: Your Guide to Navigating Diverse EHS Environments

If your organization is considering an expansion into new territory, an EHS regulatory register can help you understand your organization’s compliance obligations and ensure a smooth, successful operation expansion.

Energy

Transport Strategy Must Think Beyond EVs for Greener Travel, Says Think Tank

The UK think tank, Green Alliance, has conducted research regarding the policies as efforts to cut transport emissions by switching to electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK are not expected to hit mid-term climate targets.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

CECP Global Exchange Report Finds Three Quarters of Surveyed Global Companies to Adopt ESG Throughout Businesses by 2025

Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose© (CECP), in collaboration with the CECP Global Exchange, released the Global Impact at Scale: 2021 Edition report.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Franklin Templeton Appoints Anne Simpson As Global Head of Sustainability

Franklin Templeton announced the appointment of Anne Simpson as Global Head of Sustainability, a newly-created role charged with driving Franklin Templeton’s overall strategic direction on stewardship, sustainability and ESG investment strategy

Innovation & Technology

Rockwell Automation Chairman and CEO Among Those Providing Perspectives in WEF Blog on Manufacturing Innovations That Support Enhanced ESG Reporting

Pioneering technologies and solutions in advanced manufacturing are easing the adoption of Environment, Social and Governance metrics while driving growth and sustainability value across industries

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Understanding Blended Value

Another thought-leader in redefining value is Jed Emerson. In 2000, grounded the emergent field of impact investing, he introduced “blended value” – value that is a blend of economic, environmental and social factors, where maximising value requires taking all three elements into account.

Environment

Nature-based Solutions for a Resilient, Equitable Future

WSP USA hosted a panel session at the International Chamber of Commerce virtual forum exploring how organizations leading the shift to resilient, equitable infrastructure will increasingly need to consider designing with living systems.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

PepsiCo Beverages North America Invests $35 Million to Help Close Gap in Recycling Access Through Investment in Closed Loop Local Recycling Fund

PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) announced a $35 million investment with Closed Loop Partners that will create the "Closed Loop Local Recycling Fund," an innovative circular economy initiative to advance new small-scale, modular recycling systems in communities across the U.S.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Savoir Flair Honors M·A·C Cosmetics for Championing Diversity Through 'Best of Beauty' Awards

As a brand with the founding credo of “All Ages, All Races, All Genders,” M·A·C has long been a champion for inclusivity and diversity.

Health & Healthcare

Aflac Debuts First Short Film As Part of Its 'Close the Gap' Initiative

Insurance company Aflac launched an initiative called “Close the Gap” on Wednesday to raise awareness about disparities in the U.S. healthcare system.

Innovation & Technology

Let It Grow: A DNA Database for Plants, One Species at a Time

Plants may be mortal on earth, but on the internet, they can exist in perpetuity.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

GreenMoney's Special 200th Issue - Readers' Favorites

Welcome to the special 200th issue of GreenMoney…yes, 200 and going strong!

Energy

Charting a Sustainable Course for the Hydrogen Economy of the Future

Hydrogen is an abundant and clean burning gas, so it’s little wonder that many energy professionals consider it the key to powering the sustainable, net-zero economy of the future.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

DoE INCITE Award for Cadence CFD

Cadence Design Systems is very excited to be part of a team selected for a Dept. of Energy INCITE Award.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Joint Venture Advances Cummins' Zero Emissions Solutions Strategy

Global power leader Cummins says acquisition advances company’s zero emissions solutions strategy through near-zero natural gas powertrains.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Invests $10 million in Detroit's Housing for the Future Fund to Help Preserve and Create Affordable Housing

KeyBank Community Development Lending and Investment (CDLI) is investing $10 million toward the creation and preservation of affordable housing in the city through the Detroit Housing for the Future Fund (DHFF)

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

$150,000 in Grants Available for Newark-led Organizations Advancing Community Health and Fresh Food Access

Whole Cities Foundation Newark Grant Application Window Now Open

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