ESG News from Leading Brands

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

LG Partners With Be Strong for Journey to Sustainable Happiness

Nov 18, 2020 9:45 AM ET

LG Experience Happiness Program and Be Strong launch #GiveHappiness campaign to make this year a happier holiday

Diversity & Inclusion

Pantene Offers a Beautiful Look at the Connection Between LGBTQ+ Adoptive Families and Hair

Nov 18, 2020 9:45 AM ET

For LGBTQ adoptive parents, every opportunity to connect, matters. And caring for hair is one of them. This National Adoption Month, we're proud to support #BeautifuLGBTQ families and the moments that bring them together.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Merck Recognized by NMSDC for Advancing Minority Business Inclusion

Nov 18, 2020 9:45 AM ET

Merck is honored to be recognized as a 2020 Corporation of the Year by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC).

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Ecolab Named to Dow Jones Sustainability World Index

Nov 18, 2020 9:10 AM ET

Ecolab Inc., the global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and vital resources, has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability™ World Index (DJSI World)

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Black & Veatch Joins Forbes' 'Future of Smart Cities Campaign'

Nov 18, 2020 9:00 AM ET

Black & Veatch, a global provider of smart infrastructure services and solutions, announces that it has joined Forbes’ “Future of Smart Cities Campaign."

Education

University of St. Michael's College President's Capstone Award Winners Celebrated

Nov 18, 2020 9:00 AM ET

These projects are designed to create positive social and environmental impact. This year’s winning projects focused on an innovative lifecycle perspective in mining, youth employment during COVID 19, and purpose enablement in responsible investing.

Environment

Arbor Day Foundation and Williams Collaborating to Reforest New Jersey and Virginia

Nov 18, 2020 9:00 AM ET

The Arbor Day Foundation today announced it will partner with Williams, a leading natural gas infrastructure company, to plant more than 35,000 trees in New Jersey and Virginia. The reforestation efforts will help to reestablish natural habitats and waterways, while contributing to the restoration of endangered wildlife

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Ecocentricity Blog: Lists of Ten

Nov 18, 2020 9:00 AM ET

I have no idea if an anthropologist would agree, but I’m convinced that humans make lists of ten because we just so happened to evolve with ten fingers.

Innovation & Technology

BlockApps Launches Agribusiness Blockchain Network 'TraceHarvest' Following Success with Bayer

Nov 18, 2020 9:00 AM ET

BlockApps, the leading enterprise blockchain platform provider, today announced the launch of the TraceHarvest Network which is transforming the way agricultural products are managed. The new blockchain-powered business network was developed...

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Governance to Empower the GRI Standards

Nov 18, 2020 8:35 AM ET

Three appointments have been made to the Global Sustainability Standards Board (GSSB), the independent body with sole responsibility for developing and issuing the GRI Standards.

Innovation & Technology

Booz Allen's Andrea Inserra Talks Data, Collaboration, and Diverse Teams in the Space Sector

Nov 18, 2020 8:00 AM ET

Last month, Booz Allen served as the Presenting Sponsor of the first-ever virtual Fast Company Innovation Festival

Research, Reports & Publications

H&R Block Commits to 1 Million Volunteer Hours and Supporting 500,000 Small Business Owners in Its First Corporate Responsibility Report

Nov 18, 2020 8:00 AM ET

H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) has released new social impact goals for 2025 highlighted in its first corporate responsibility report, which outlines how the company continues to live out its Purpose to provide help and inspire confidence in clients and communities everywhere.

Environment

Henkel Joins the Climate Pledge by Amazon and Global Optimism

Nov 18, 2020 8:00 AM ET

Health & Healthcare

Gildan's COVID-19 Prevention Campaign for Employees Globally

Nov 18, 2020 8:00 AM ET

Since the onset of the pandemic, one of Gildan’s main priorities has been the health and well-being of its employees and their families around the world.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johnson & Johnson to Address Racial and Social Injustice Through Platform that Aims to Eliminate Health Inequities for People of Color

Nov 17, 2020 11:30 PM ET

Johnson & Johnson announced today $100 million in commitments and collaborations over the next five years to invest in and promote health equity solutions for Black people and other communities of color in the United States.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Truist Foundation Awards Purpose Built Communities $7 Million Grant

Nov 17, 2020 5:35 PM ET

Atlanta-based national nonprofit Purpose Built Communities announced today at its 11th annual conference that it will receive a $7 million grant from the Truist Foundation over the next three years.

Health & Healthcare

American Airlines, British Airways and oneworld Launch Transatlantic COVID-19 Testing Trial

Nov 17, 2020 4:25 PM ET

American Airlines, British Airways and oneworld® have launched an optional COVID-19 medical-based testing trial on select flights from cities in the United States to London Heathrow (LHR).

Energy

Sustainability Grant Adds Research Opportunities and Solar Energy at UHD's Newest Building

Nov 17, 2020 4:00 PM ET

Science, technology, engineering, and math—disciplines collectively known as STEM- power some of the largest industries in Houston.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CNH Industrial Named Leader Once Again in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices

Nov 17, 2020 3:30 PM ET

The DJSI World and DJSI Europe Indices are among the most prestigious sustainability-focused equity indices.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Pragmatic Approaches to a Clean Energy Future

Nov 17, 2020 3:30 PM ET

Every conversation I’ve had with my podcast guests over the past 6 months have revealed both unique insights and practical advice on how to build resilience and drive the clean energy transition.

Environment

New Guide Provides Step-by-Step Instructions for Companies to Navigate Climate Risks and Make Sustainability Resilient

Nov 17, 2020 3:30 PM ET

A new practical guide from World Wildlife Fund (WWF) illustrates steps businesses can take to help maintain profitability and social license to operate in a climate-insecure future.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Pandenomics Podcast: The Impact of COVID-19 on Canada

Nov 17, 2020 3:05 PM ET

Pandenomics is a podcast series looking at the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and what the coming months may hold for Canadians.

Events, Media & Communications

Griffith Foods' Ben Kroetsch as Guest Speaker on Webinar hosted by Avena Foods Limited: Healthy Innovations in Meat Products, Plant-Based Alternatives and Coatings

Nov 17, 2020 3:00 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Merck Named 2020 “Best-of-the-Best Corporations for Inclusion” by National Business Inclusion Consortium

Nov 17, 2020 2:15 PM ET

Merck has been recognized for its commitment to diversity and inclusion across all communities. The National Business Inclusion Consortium (NBIC) has named the fifth annual cohort of Best-of-the-Best list of corporations in America committed...

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Global Citizen Announces Global Citizen Prize Awards Special to be Hosted by John Legend

Nov 17, 2020 12:15 PM ET

International advocacy organization Global Citizen today announced it will present the Global Citizen Prize award special. John Legend will again serve as the host of Global Citizen Prize, which will celebrate and honor leaders who are shaping the world we want and taking action to end extreme poverty.