ESG News from Leading Brands

Education

Supporting Future Lawyers To Tackle Racism in Canada

Feb 24, 2021 9:30 AM ET

In a Canadian first, one of the country’s largest banks has announced a scholarship program to increase the number of students pursuing a career in the legal profession with the intent to become advocates for anti-racism.

Health & Healthcare

Aflac President Talks Leading The Georgia-Based Company Through The COVID-19 Pandemic

Feb 24, 2021 9:30 AM ET

On Monday’s program, host Rose Scott continued the conversation with President Teresa White about leading the Georgia-based insurance company during the pandemic and corporate responsibility in responding to social justice issues.

Diversity & Inclusion

10 Black Innovators & Technologists Who Helped Uplift History

Feb 24, 2021 9:30 AM ET

Black Americans play a profound role in shaping the world’s technology. Many everyday essentials, from caller ID to traffic lights, came from the creative minds of Black technology inventors, innovators and leaders.

Innovation & Technology

Breaking Down the Barriers to Big Data Opportunity

Feb 24, 2021 9:30 AM ET

Big data has shown us the doorway to a world of new business opportunity, but there is a strange reluctance to push that door wide open and embrace the future. CLP’s Big Data experts examine the obstacles and map a way forward.

Environment

Ecocentricity Blog: The Ethics of Environmentalism

Feb 24, 2021 9:30 AM ET

If you wish everyone would compost their food waste to help mitigate climate change, then you should compost. If you wish everyone would refuse plastic straws to help keep them out of the oceans, then you should refuse plastic straws.

Environment

The Evolving Role of Environmental Engineers in a Sustainable World

Feb 24, 2021 9:30 AM ET

They’re the bridge between problem and solution: environmental engineers. Join Antea Group as we celebrate their role in sustainable progress, learn what they do, and how their role is changing.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Rockwell Automation Recognized as Top Diversity Employer by DiversityJobs

Feb 24, 2021 9:30 AM ET

For a second year in a row, Rockwell Automation was recognized by DiversityJobs as a Top Diversity Employer in Manufacturing. The award highlights organizations for their dedication and commitment to building a diverse workforce and inclusive culture.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Scotts® and MLB Launch 2021 Field Refurbishment Grant Program

Feb 24, 2021 9:30 AM ET

Beginning today, the Scotts Company LLC (Scotts) and Major League Baseball will begin accepting submissions for the 2021 Scotts® Field Refurbishment Grant Program, which awards modern, playable youth baseball and softball field refurbishments to four communities in need within the United States.

Research, Reports & Publications

The National Foundation for Credit Counseling® (NFCC®) and Wells Fargo's Latest Military Financial Readiness Survey Highlights the Financial Health of Military Households.

Feb 24, 2021 9:15 AM ET

(Washington, DC) Members of the armed forces, their spouses and veterans are no exception when it comes to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) and financial well-being. According to the National Foundation for Credit Counseling® (NFCC®) 2020 Military Financial Readiness survey, sponsored by Wells Fargo and conducted by Harris Poll, it is clear, among military households that their professional training left them better prepared for crisis management during the past year. With a continued reliance on an uncertain gig economy and a trend toward increased reliance on borrowing, military and veteran populations see a distinct mix of challenges and opportunities when it comes to personal finances.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

My Journey on the Road Less Traveled (From a Scottish Univ to Impact Investing in NYC)

Feb 24, 2021 9:05 AM ET

The lens of investing has broadened so that positive social and environmental outcomes can be coupled with lucrative returns.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Owens Corning Named One of 2021 World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere Institute

Feb 24, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the 2021 World’s Most Ethical Companies.

Diversity & Inclusion

Smart Talks Podcast: How Can You Address Racial Injustice With Technology?

Feb 24, 2021 9:00 AM ET

A person who grew up in the tree-lined suburbs of Los Angeles may not know what it’s like to grow up in the Projects of Compton.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

National Grid Named One of the World's Most Ethical Companies

Feb 24, 2021 8:25 AM ET

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Northern Trust Accounts for ESG Factors Now in the Spotlight

Feb 24, 2021 8:15 AM ET

Mike Hunstad, head of quantitative strategies for NT Asset Management, has watched socially responsible investing move way beyond negative screens that defined the space 30 years ago and he contends that investors “can have their cake and eat it too”

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Ethisphere Announces Fifth Third Bank as one of the 2021 World's Most Ethical Companies

Feb 24, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Today’s announcement marks the second time Fifth Third has been recognized by Ethisphere in the “banks” category.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bacardi and The NAACP Are Backing the B.A.R. with Grants to Black-Owned Businesses in the Industry

Feb 24, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Backing the B.A.R. provides business acceleration grants, education, support, and entrepreneurship solutions for Black-owned bars, restaurants, nightclubs, lounges, liquor stores, and small businesses in the process of applying for a liquor license.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Tetra Tech Receives Two Industry Awards From Environmental Business Journal

Feb 24, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Environmental Business Journal (EBJ) recognized Tetra Tech with two industry awards for the company’s work during 2020: Business Achievement—Mergers & Acquisitions and Business Achievement—COVID Response.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Working Capital Innovation Fund Named as One of ImpactAssets’ Tenth IA 50 Impact Fund Listing

Feb 23, 2021 6:00 PM ET

Working Capital Innovation Fund has been recognized as an Emerging Impact Manager for its focus on solving systemic inequity and worker vulnerability through venture-style impact investing.

Innovation & Technology

Jannet Walker-Ford Named WSP USA National Transit & Rail Leader

Feb 23, 2021 5:10 PM ET

annet Walker-Ford, a leader with more than two decades of experience in mobility and transportation systems, has been named the national transit and rail leader for WSP USA, a leading engineering and professional services consultancy.

Social Impact & Volunteering

CASE and Team Rubicon Support Ongoing Hurricane Harvey Recovery and Rebuilding Efforts

Feb 23, 2021 4:00 PM ET

Recent operation with the Victoria County Long Term Recovery Group demolished ten homes as part of a program that razed uninhabitable properties and built those residents new homes at no cost.

Environment

Biden's First Month in Office: 4 Key Takeaways on Climate Action for U.S. Companies

Feb 23, 2021 4:00 PM ET

President Joe Biden has been busy in his first days in office, signing executive orders that set the stage for the environmental and social priorities for the next four years.

Responsible Production & Consumption

National Grid Renewables Breaks Ground on 200 MW Prairie Wolf Solar Project in Illinois

Feb 23, 2021 1:35 PM ET

Minneapolis, MN, February 23, 2021 /3BL Media/ – National Grid Renewables, which includes the renewables development company formerly known as Geronimo Energy, announced today the start of construction on the 200 megawatt (MW) Prairie Wolf Solar Project (Prairie Wolf) in Coles County, Illinois.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Sappi Employee Bikes to Support a Cause

Feb 23, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Shawn Ray, Financial Analyst at Sappi North America’s headquarters in Boston, felt a personal connection when he decided to participate in the 2019 “Pan-Mass Challenge.”

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

New Partnership Tackles Food Insecurity in North Minneapolis

Feb 23, 2021 11:55 AM ET

UnitedHealth Group continued its commitment to rebuilding the health of the Twin Cities and addressing health equity through a new partnership with the Northside Achievement Zone (NAZ). As part of the partnership, UnitedHealth Group will provide a $1 million grant to NAZ to fund the Northside Partners for Food Delivery Program.

Diversity & Inclusion

JetBlue Reaffirms its Investment in Crewmembers with Focus on Increasing Access, Equity and Diversity

Feb 23, 2021 11:45 AM ET

JetBlue's two new development programs focus on three career trajectories: A new pathway from frontline operational jobs to corporate services roles, and opportunities for crewmembers to pursue careers as pilots or aircraft maintenance technicians.