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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Hershey Celebrates Sharra Nicholson, Senior Manager Foodservice Sales, for Being Named a WFF Change Maker

Apr 8, 2021 2:15 PM ET

Congratulations, Sharra, on being named to the 2021 Class of Change Makers by WFF.

Events, Media & Communications

Circularity 21

Apr 8, 2021 2:15 PM ET

The circular economy is a bold vision for tomorrow — and today — empowering leaders across industries and communities to increase resilience, mitigate climate risk and unlock new business opportunities.

Health & Healthcare

More in Store for Connected Diabetes Care

Apr 8, 2021 1:20 PM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

Oportun Announces Statement of Support for The Equality Act (H.R.5)

Apr 8, 2021 1:15 PM ET

“We believe that every person has a fundamental right to equality, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender, age, nationality, or race,” said Ezra Garrett, SVP of Public Affairs and Impact at Oportun.

Innovation & Technology

All Charged up Over EVs

Apr 8, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Earlier this year, Tesla announced it will start selling the Tesla Model 3 in Singapore. This is probably welcome news for electric vehicle (EV) afficionados in this tiny island country, which is famous for its chili crabs and infamous* cost of car ownership.

Innovation & Technology

Is Your Town Ready for the Selfie of a Lifetime? T‑Mobile Unveils Hometown Techover Contest

Apr 8, 2021 12:05 PM ET

The T-Mobile Hometown Techover includes goods and services for the community-as-a-whole as well as individual households that, in sum, total more than $3 million.

Environment

Sodexo at Vidant Medical Center Reduces Food Waste Amid COVID-19

Apr 8, 2021 11:50 AM ET

Sodexo, a leader in food service and facilities management, announced today the company’s use of an automated food waste tracking system, WasteWatch powered by Leanpath, to reduce food waste amid the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically at Vidant Medical Center in eastern North Carolina.

Environment

3Degrees Announces Restructuring of Its Energy and Climate Practice, Welcomes New Leadership Members

Apr 8, 2021 11:00 AM ET

3Degrees announces restructuring of its Energy and Climate Practice and welcomes new leadership members to support its clients' global net zero commitments.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Sealed Air & Packaging Recyclability: Why Efficiency and Innovation Matter

Apr 8, 2021 11:00 AM ET

A packaging company known for its many brands, including Cryovac food packaging and Bubble Wrap, Sealed Air Corporation is in the business of protecting products, solving packaging challenges and improving the world.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Who's Responsible for Corporate Responsibility at Qualcomm? Everyone.

Apr 8, 2021 11:00 AM ET

We’ve integrated corporate responsibility throughout our Company, from our daily operations to our executive leadership and our Board of Directors.

Social Impact & Volunteering

VolunteerMatch Announces April's Match Studio Collaborative Artist: DJ Agana

Apr 8, 2021 11:00 AM ET

VolunteerMatch, the largest nonprofit network on the web connecting volunteers with opportunities to give back, announces its Match Studio Collaborative April artist, DJ Agana

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Helping Restaurants Stay in Business While Feeding Those in Need

Apr 8, 2021 10:40 AM ET

Mayra Velazquez had just opened a second branch of her Mexican street food-inspired restaurant Xingones in Oakland, California, when the COVID-19 pandemic hit last March. Within weeks, the business she had spent the last four years growing from a farmer’s market pop-up into multiple eateries had vanished — along with 80% of her revenue.

Education

COVID-19 Didn't Stop Energy-efficient Improvements at Schools in Indiana

Apr 8, 2021 10:20 AM ET

While remote digital learning during the pandemic has challenged parents, teachers and students, it opened the door for energy-efficient improvements on school campuses.

Diversity & Inclusion

Alliance Data Leadership Discuss Gender Equality in the Workplace to Close Women's History Month

Apr 8, 2021 10:20 AM ET

As part of its continued commitment to gender equity and supporting its female workforce, throughout the month of March, Alliance Data cast the spotlight on four influential leaders who are enabling the company’s success in this arena

Social Impact & Volunteering

How Replate Uses Technology to Maximize Food Rescue

Apr 8, 2021 10:15 AM ET

Maen Mahfoud is the CEO and founder of Replate, a tech nonprofit with a mission to reduce food waste and food insecurity through its food recovery system. See how Cisco supports Replate to help those experiencing food insecurity.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Northern Trust Celebrates National Volunteer Month

Apr 8, 2021 10:15 AM ET

Over the last 10 years Northern Trust employees have donated more than 1 million hours of their time. As part of National Volunteer Month, we celebrate this commitment by highlighting some of our past volunteering efforts.

Environment

Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) and the Association of Ramaytush Ohlone (ARO) Announce Historic Farming Collaboration in San Gregorio, CA

Apr 8, 2021 10:05 AM ET

Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) and the Association of Ramaytush Ohlone (ARO) today announced the launch of a historic collaborative relationship.

Environment

Fifth Third Joins Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials; Commitment Furthers Bank's Leadership in Environmental Sustainability

Apr 8, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Fifth Third today announces that it has joined the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF), the latest in a series of steps taken by Fifth Third to understand and measure its own climate impact.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

American Airlines Partners With National Park Foundation to Support Generations of Exploration

Apr 8, 2021 9:30 AM ET

American Airlines is beginning a new partnership with the National Park Foundation to encourage exploration of some of the country’s most iconic natural wonders, historic sites, and cultural treasures, and to connect customers with opportunities to support the future of America’s national parks.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Making Playtime Electrifying

Apr 8, 2021 9:15 AM ET

The first energy-themed playground in Hong Kong is now open! The CLP E-Playground offers a new dimension in learning for young people curious about the electricity that powers their daily lives.

Green Infrastructure

Enbridge's Green Push Could Use Canadian Tax Credits, CEO Says

Apr 8, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Enbridge Inc.’s push into new frontiers of the energy transition such as carbon capture and clean hydrogen production could use Canadian tax credits similar to those in the U.S., the company’s CEO said.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

GRI and SASB Reporting 'Complement Each Other'

Apr 8, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Joint research from the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) explores the experiences of companies that use the two sets of standards together to fulfil their reporting needs.

Research, Reports & Publications

Get Your Free Reuters Events Briefing - Transitioning to a Zero-Carbon Economy Now

Apr 8, 2021 7:00 AM ET

Last week Reuters Events Sustainable Business had an incredible three days with thought-provoking and inspiring discussions on how to deliver ambitions ahead of COP26 and Beyond.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Albertsons Companies Introduces Kalyana Sustainable Wines to its Own Brands Offerings

Apr 7, 2021 6:25 PM ET

New wines help promote ecological balance and biodiversity; current varietals include cabernet sauvignon, pinot noir, chardonnay

Health & Healthcare

Mohawk Group Achieves Well Health-safety Rating for All Showrooms and Design Studios

Apr 7, 2021 6:15 PM ET

Mohawk Group has officially achieved the WELL Health-Safety Rating for all of its commercial showrooms and design studios through the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI).