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How Using Alternative Fuels in Data Centers Can Impact Air Permit Compliance

As organizations push for a more sustainable world, more and more data centers are starting to explore alternative, lower carbon emission fuel options for use in their emergency power generators. But its important to understand the implications to your air permitting compliance.

Diversity & Inclusion

Rachel May: “Combating Inequality by Creating a Safe and Empowering Environment”

One of the current cohort of IOC Young Leaders, Rachel May is at the forefront of a new generation of women pioneering inclusive sports initiatives.

Education

Aflac Named SEC MBA Case Competition Title Sponsor

Aflac, a leading provider of supplemental insurance products in the U.S, will serve as title sponsor for the Eighth SEC MBA Case Competition, hosted virtually April 15-17 by the Raymond J. Harbert College of Business.

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Environment

Celebrating Women in Sustainability

World Wildlife Fund is celebrating women in sustainability with a blog series featuring some of the incredible female leaders who are working to transform business for the good of the planet.

Diversity & Inclusion

Takeda Pledges to Make the World More Gender Equal

The Takeda Executive Team has joined with our employees around the globe to pledge to make the world more gender equal.

Research, Reports & Publications

Qualcomm Drops 2020 Corporate Responsibility Report

Take a look at how Qualcomm exemplifies the change it wants to see in the world.

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Schneider Electric Recognized during Renewable Energy Markets Asia Awards for Renewable Energy Leadership in Asia

The Center for Resource Solutions (CRS), today recognized Schneider Electric, the global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, for its leadership in building renewable energy markets and green power procurement in Asia.

Diversity & Inclusion

Introduce a Girl to Engineering

WSP USA's Lauren Taylor shares her experience: "Growing up, I got the opportunity to learn a lot about people in the STEM field, including historical figures. But for me, inspiration really comes from everyday people."

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Research, Reports & Publications

Essity Publishes Its Annual and Sustainability Report for 2020

During 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic had a major impact on people and the global economy. Essity has had three priorities: care for our people, contribute to society and secure business success.

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Innovation & Technology

Detox: An AI System To Detect and Prevent Toxic Speech

Cyberbullying is everyone’s business and the best response is a proactive one. Our new research project Detox is a step forward in figuring out how to help children and parents navigate today’s complex digital universe.

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Research, Reports & Publications

Our Purpose in Action: NatWest Group Publishes New 2020 Environmental, Social and Governance Supplement

We’ve published our first Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) supplement. In response to stakeholder interest in more detailed disclosures around non-financial matters, the supplement is a key new addition to our annual reporting suite.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Georgia-Pacific's Leaf River, Miss., Facility Becomes First Pulp Mill to Earn EPA Energy Star Certification; Other Georgia-Pacific Facilities Also Receive Recognition for Sustainable Efforts

Efforts to reduce water use, use energy efficiently and streamline resources used to ship products across the U.S. earned employees and GP facilities a variety of awards from the EPA.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Rockwell Automation’s Dawn Cappelli Reflects on Pioneering Cybersecurity Career

During Women’s History Month, trailblazing women are top of mind at Rockwell Automation, including leaders like Dawn Cappelli, who is a wife, mom, a grandma of 2, and serves as vice president of global security and chief information security officer.

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Events, Media & Communications

VolunteerMatch Announces Star Panel Line-up for Phenomenal Women!

In celebration of Women’s History Month, VolunteerMatch announced today a virtual panel packed with powerhouse speakers: Phenomenal Women! Bringing More Wellness, Joy and Ease into Our Busy Lives.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Hubert Connects Candidates to Careers at SAIC

Hubert is a recruiter with SAIC, a technology integration company that works across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets.

Social Impact & Volunteering

“Never Enough”: A Navy SEAL Commander on Living a Life of Excellence, Agility and Meaning

Mike Davis: Leadership is leadership, no matter the setting. And solving difficult problems involves the same kinds of skills and considerations in just about every scenario.

Health & Healthcare

Pink Tomatoes & Petite Peppers: Innovating for Taste and Nutrition

If you have children, or if you remember when you were one, you know that tastes change. A child’s favorite foods are sacred, until they aren’t. And if the wrong food is even remotely close to their plate, dinner can be ruined — until they taste it.

The life science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany operates as MilliporeSigma in the U.S. and Canada

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MilliporeSigma Brings New Renewable Energy to the Grid Through Virtual Power Purchase Agreement With Enel Green Power

As part of its ongoing commitment to renewable energy, MilliporeSigma has signed a 12-year, off-site, virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) with Enel Green Power for the construction of a future wind and storage project in Texas.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Choose to Challenge: How Investing in Women Strengthens Families and Communities

This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is “choose to challenge,” which encourages every one of us to call out gender bias and inequality, and to seek out and celebrate women’s achievements.

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Health & Healthcare

International Medical Corps and FedEx Team-Up to Support COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts in California

International Medical Corps launched its COVID-19 vaccination activities in Los Angeles during the first week of March at Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital (MLKCH) and Kedren Community Health Center (KCHC).

Innovation & Technology

Global Workplace Standard for Mica Processors Released

Responsible Minerals Initiative and Responsible Mica Initiative release Global Workplace Standard for Mica Processors

Research, Reports & Publications

CLP Achieves 2020 Carbon Intensity Target on Path to Climate Vision 2050

CLP Group has achieved a key milestone in its decarbonisation journey amid the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out more in its latest Sustainability Report.

Environment

Environmental Justice in Los Angeles

For communities such as West Long Beach, Wilmington, San Pedro, and Carson - a 30-minute drive south of downtown Los Angeles — environmental injustice stems from the fossil fuel industry which, for impacted communities, is right on their doorstep.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Starbucks, PayPal and PSEG Join Ceres' Company Network

Starbucks Corp., PayPal Holdings Inc. and PSEG have joined the Ceres Company Network, the sustainability nonprofit Ceres announced today.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

One Year Later: How Businesses Stepped up Their Social Responsibility, Employee Giving, and Wellness Programs in the Face of COVID-19

It has been one year since the pandemic first prompted "stay-at-home" orders and business shutdowns.

Education

How Qualcomm Is Powering Educational Experiences at Home and Around the World

Education is fundamental to improving lives across the globe, and so it’s crucial that we all do what we can to inspire and prepare the next generation of inventors who will drive innovation. It’s more important now than ever.

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    Ceres mobilizes the most influential investors and companies in tackling climate change as a sustainability issue that must be addressed at every...

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    Americans love avocados, but most don’t know that more than 80 percent of the prized green fruits that arrive in the U.S. come from one place: Mexico...

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    We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...

  4. Financial health
    At Wells Fargo, we're opening pathways to economic advancement for racially and ethnically diverse and low- and moderate-income individuals and...

  5. Tapestry I The Power of Our People
    We aim to foster a culture of purpose and fulfillment at Tapestry by embedding equity, inclusion and diversity throughout our organization, and...

  6. ESG Talk: Season Three
    The ESG Talk podcast features candid conversations with business leaders from around the world. In season three, co-hosts Mandi McReynolds, Steve...

  7. Community Impact
    The communities where Chemours operates are also where we live, work, and play, and our mutual success is one and the same. We have a vested interest...

  8. State Policy
    It is imperative that states maintain and expand policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting clean energy solutions. Strong...

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  10. Well-being - Essity Essentials Initiative
    Through its Essity Essentials Initiative, Essity aims to raise awareness of the connection between hygiene, health and well-being among decision...

  11. Community
    By sharing our time, talent, and technology, we aim to inspire, support, and empower our communities, our employees, and the next generation.

  12. M·A·C VIVA GLAM
    M·A·C Cosmetics’ charitable campaign, VIVA GLAM, has raised over $500 million USD since its inception in 1994, exclusively through the sale of M·A·C...

  13. Principal Financial Group: Global Inclusion
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    Cascale organizes and participates in a series of events, leveraging its position as a global convener of close to half the sector to bring together...