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.

Forestland

Environment | U.S. Soy

Preservation of Forestland and Natural Resources With U.S. Soy

U.S. Soy farmers are committed not only to producing food, feed and energy to support a healthy society, but also to preserving the planet for future generations. Sustainability is part of the U.S. Soy legacy.
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Diversity & Inclusion

Voices of Change: Marnie Weber

Marnie Weber serves as the Global Vice President for our Ability Inclusion Movement (AIM) inclusion business group. Based in Seattle, Washington she has been an Expedian for over 5 years and currently works as Senior Learning and Development Manager.

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Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Reduce, Reuse, Upcycle: Cookies at Fancypants Baking Co.

In 2019, 54.2 million tons of food was wasted in the United States. That is equivalent to 130 billion meals wasted. 27.6 millions of these tons went to a landfill, where they provided no value to society.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Cherishing Every Moment: Meet Amber Hawkins

I started at GoDaddy back in 2016. At that time, I was already a very independent individual and spent my free time motorcycle riding and two-step swing dancing. I knew that I wanted a career in technology but just wasn’t sure where to start.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

#AViewFrom Henkel North America: Rancho Dominguez, CA

The materials that enable the form and function of many electronic systems are manufactured at Henkel’s Rancho Dominguez facility, which has produced adhesive pastes and films for over 30 years.

Green Infrastructure

The Key to a Net-Zero Future Is Lower Carbon Buildings Today

You might be surprised to learn that the buildings where we live, work, and play are some of the biggest sources of carbon emissions.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Frito-Lay and LNESC Continue Partnership To Bridge the Digital Literacy Divide

Frito-Lay partnered with LULAC National Educational Service Centers (LNESC) to expand their innovative P.U.E.N.T.E.S. program to bring digital literacy training to Hispanic communities in key markets.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Access Home Loan Helps Mother of Four Become Homeowner

Earlier this year, Milwaukee nonprofit Safe & Sound distributed fliers in the city’s Metcalfe Park neighborhood informing residents about a special program that allowed them to purchase the homes they were currently renting.

Energy

Building a Resilient Renewable Energy Strategy in a Shifting Policy Landscape

“The organizations planning ahead will be best situated for the highest-value opportunities once the impacts of IRA ripple through the industry, as there are new, high-value opportunities for corporations,” says Kevin Arritt, our Director of Renewable Advisory.

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Health & Healthcare

Essity Hygiene and Health Report 2023–2024: Making Invisible Work Visible and Valued

A major societal challenge in the care economy is that there are areas where work often goes unnoticed and undervalued. Yet these invisible contributions are the backbone of our communities and economies.

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Events, Media & Communications

Keysight Presents Powering the Future of Electric Vehicles

Go behind the scenes of UL Solutions and Keysight’s electric vehicle (EV) labs to see the tech driving high-power charging, batteries, and how EVs might fuel the grid. Sign up now for your exclusive ticket to get your questions answered during a live Q&A with EV experts.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Meet Peter Mansour, Pharmacist, Walgreens Centralized Services Support Operations

I’m a Walgreens pharmacist who happens to be living with MD. So, while my disease has weakened my body, it’s made me a stronger person, and, I hope, a better pharmacist who’s making a difference in people’s lives.

Research, Reports & Publications

Tackling ESRS and Double Materiality

In this quick chat, ESG Talk host Andie Wood provides an update on the European Sustainability Reporting Standards — new reporting rules companies will need to follow to comply with the CSRD — and explores their connection to the concept of double materiality.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Baker Hughes Foundation Contributes $750,000 to Charities Nominated by Employees

The Baker Hughes Foundation announced Monday a total of $750,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations that promote our values and support local communities.

Green Infrastructure

Sustainability in Action: Monterrey Facility Is Leading by Example in Energy and Waste Management

Our team at Trane Monterrey is taking bold action to lead the way in responsible operations, installing photovoltaic panels and a biological wastewater treatment plant to reduce absolute energy consumption and achieve net positive water consumption.

Ceres | Sustainability is the bottom line.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

New Federal Guidance Will Restore and Strengthen Oversight of Non-Bank Financial Institutions

Ceres today welcomed the finalization of new guidance from the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) that would enhance the supervision and regulation of certain non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs) that play a pivotal role in strengthening the financial ecosystem.

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Education

Whole Planet Foundation Directs $150,000 From the Kasperick Foundation Towards Combating Food Insecurity in Colombia, Guinea, and Ethiopia

Eliminating hunger has been a global priority for decades, but systemic shocks including wars and armed conflicts, the Covid-19 pandemic, trade restrictions, supply chain issues, inflation, and currency instability, have recently led to heightened rates of food insecurity.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bread Financial™’s LivingWell Program Wins Prestigious Ragan Workplace Wellness Award for Financial Wellness

For its efforts to support holistic associate well-being, Bread Financial™’s LivingWell program recently won a Ragan Workplace Wellness Award, which celebrates the organizations, people and teams that have made significant strides in improving their employees' health.

Energy

Enbridge Primes RNG Prowess With Purchase of Seven U.S. Facilities

Enbridge has taken another significant step in the business of manufacturing and transporting renewable natural gas (RNG).

Environment

Medtronic: Helping Lead the Way in Packaging Waste Reduction

As part of our commitment to operate sustainably, Medtronic is working to set an example for how our industry can reduce waste generated from the packaging of medical devices.

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Environment

Michigan on the Verge of 100% Clean Electricity As House Passes Clean Energy Legislation

Ceres applauds the Michigan House of Representative for passing ambitious clean energy legislation today, putting the state on the verge of adopting a 100% clean electricity standard by 2040 and several other important policies to grow clean energy investment and jobs.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Meaningful Influencers

United Way campaigns are underway throughout the Regions Bank footprint. The bank has a long history with the organization. During last year’s campaign, Regions contributed $7.2 million to more than 150 United Way agencies across our footprint.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Aramark Employees Support Breast Cancer Awareness

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Aramark Community Relations and Aramark’s EMPOWER employee resource group collaborated to create volunteer activities that emphasize the company’s commitment to driving positive outcomes.

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Research, Reports & Publications

Southwire 2022 Sustainability Report: A Message From Our Leadership

The shift toward renewables and electrification is transforming the way we deliver power, and Southwire’s technologies are playing a leading role.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

From Adversity to Opportunity

To fulfill her purpose, Lensing has relied on wisdom she's gleaned over many years from family, mentors and others. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, she's sharing some of that advice and how it has shaped her personally and professionally.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Albertsons Companies' ACME Stores Celebrated Italian-American Heritage Month

Celebrating Italian-American Heritage Month with @ACME in Jersey and South Philadelphia was a true delight!

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