ESG News from Leading Brands

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Generators and Essential Supplies Donated in Response to Winter Storms Uri and Viola

Feb 23, 2021 11:30 AM ET

In the same week that Winter Storm Uri covered the 48 contiguous states in the most snow ever recorded, Winter Storm Viola quickly took its place. To help, The Home Depot Foundation and Team Depot are working with nonprofits across the region.

Diversity & Inclusion

Dow's First-ever GAAN Champions Write the History That They Want to See

Feb 23, 2021 11:25 AM ET

Although history is typically measured by big moments, history is made every day by people who recognize they can make a difference.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Global Citizen Launches a 'Recovery Plan for the World' - a Campaign to End COVID-19 for All and Kickstart a Global Recovery

Feb 23, 2021 11:15 AM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Quotes: Global Citizen Launches a 'Recovery Plan for the World' - a Campaign to End COVID-19 for All and Kickstart a Global Recovery

Feb 23, 2021 11:15 AM ET

Health & Healthcare

Tork Helps Restaurants Meet Guests' Hygiene Expectations

Feb 23, 2021 11:05 AM ET

The award-winning Tork Xpressnap® dispenser range – a fully enclosed napkin system that protects napkins from dirt, spills and unnecessary contact – supports restaurants in making their guests feel safer and promotes better hygiene practices.

Media & Communications

“Sustainable Investing” or Just Plain “Investing” - Where Are We in 2021? Important Milestones Provide Answers...

Feb 23, 2021 11:00 AM ET

We have traveled a far distance over the past four decades, beginning with “ethical” and “faith-based” and the more frequent “socially responsible investing”, morphing over time into “sustainable & responsible investing” and on to “ESG investing”.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Somewhere Beyond the Plastic Bag Lies the Future of Retail

Feb 23, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Through our engagement in the Beyond the Bag Initiative, and our own endeavors in Mexico and Vermont, we’re working hard to accelerate the pace of innovation and viable, sustainable solutions to replace single-use plastic bags.

Events, Media & Communications

The Virtual Conversation Continues Throughout 2021: Introducing 3BL Forum: Brands Taking Stands - LIVE!

Feb 23, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Following the success of the first-ever 3BL Virtual Forum in October, 3BL Media is pleased to announce a new digital experience to continue the conversation around bold corporate action and activism on today's most pressing issues.

Energy

Jump-Starting Electric Vehicle Charging in New Jersey

Feb 23, 2021 11:00 AM ET

PSE&G is helping to put New Jersey on the road to clean-running electric vehicles.

Energy

Construction Set to Begin on Enbridge's Third Offshore Wind Project in France

Feb 23, 2021 10:45 AM ET

Construction is about to start on the 448-MW Calvados offshore wind project, Enbridge’s third offshore wind farm in France, as the project secures a key investment milestone.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Truist Foundation Awards FIU's College of Business $1.7 Million to Expand Financial Literacy Program

Feb 23, 2021 10:30 AM ET

The Truist Foundation has awarded a $1.7 million grant to Florida International University’s College of Business (FIU Business) to expand the reach of a high school financial literacy program to school systems across the U.S.

Health & Healthcare

Health Equity at Alexion

Feb 23, 2021 10:00 AM ET

As a leader in rare disease, it is our responsibility to lead critical conversations with stakeholders and other members of the rare disease community. Health equity is one of those conversations.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

International Paper Named One of the 2021 World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere for the 15th Consecutive Year

Feb 23, 2021 10:00 AM ET

International Paper has been recognized by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the 2021 World’s Most Ethical Companies.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Owens Corning's Approach to Building the Circular Economy

Feb 23, 2021 9:30 AM ET

In the past, manufacturers used a straightforward, linear model to produce their goods: extract raw materials, build the products, discard the waste, and throw everything away when it’s no longer in use.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

VF Corporation Named One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for Fifth Consecutive Year

Feb 23, 2021 9:25 AM ET

Recognition honors those companies that understand the importance of leading, making values-based decisions, and their overall commitment to integrity

Responsible Production & Consumption

Watch Energea Spotlight: Producing Food for Your Neighbors

Feb 23, 2021 9:20 AM ET

Ian Gibson runs an organic vegetable and flower farm in Higganum, CT. A thoughtful use of space, solar powered irrigation and a minimal use of equipment and chemical inputs makes Ian's farm the perfect model of sustainability for the farming industry

Environment

Cambium Carbon Cuts Waste, Builds Green Future

Feb 23, 2021 9:00 AM ET

There are countless ways trees benefit urban communities and society as a whole, but they also come with a built-in hindrance: They are expensive.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Republic Services Named to Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies List

Feb 23, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) has been named to Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies list for the third time, highlighting the Company’s efforts to benefit key stakeholders

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Ecolab Named One of World's Most Ethical Companies for 15th Consecutive Year

Feb 23, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Ecolab has again been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Rockwell Automation Named One of the 2021 World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th Time

Feb 23, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Rockwell Automation was recognized by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the 2021 World’s Most Ethical Companies.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Pro Bono Perspectives S3E4: Jerome Tennille, Marriott International

Feb 23, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Jerome Tennille, Manager of Social Impact & Volunteerism at Marriott International, joins host Danielle Holly for a dynamic conversation on the state of volunteering and employee engagement.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Camden and Discovery Education Launch New PK-12 Partnership Supported by the Subaru

Feb 23, 2021 8:35 AM ET

New Jersey’s Camden City School District (CCSD) today launched a new, multi-year partnership with Discovery Education supporting PK-12 education.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Booz Allen Named to “2021 World's Most Ethical Companies” List by Ethisphere for Second Consecutive Year

Feb 23, 2021 8:35 AM ET

Each year the Ethisphere Institute releases a list of the World’s Most Ethical Companies—recognizing “companies who understand the importance of leading, making hard but values-based decisions, and have an overall commitment to integrity.”

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Northern Trust Included on Fortune Magazine's List of the World's Most Admired Companies in 2021

Feb 23, 2021 8:20 AM ET

Northern Trust is honored to be included on Fortune Magazine's list of the World's Most Admired Companies in 2021.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Benevity's Goodness Matters Industry Conference Announces An All-Star Speaker Lineup

Feb 23, 2021 7:55 AM ET

Keynote speakers at Goodness Matters 2021 are Ericka Huggins, Luvvie Ajayi Jones and Bryan de Lottinville with other acclaimed sessions from Albertsons and AFI, Apple, Google, Microsoft, SAP and many more!