ESG News from Leading Brands

Environment

ACI Applauds U.S. Reentry to Paris Climate Accord

Jan 21, 2021 3:30 PM ET

The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is praising a decision by President Joseph Biden to reenter the U.S. into the Paris Climate Agreement, the global pact forged five years ago among nearly 200 nations to avoid the worst impacts of climate change.

Sustainable Development Goals

Unlocking the Power of Data for Sustainability Systems

Jan 21, 2021 3:05 PM ET

“You can’t manage what you can’t measure,” runs the old business adage. Conversely, good metrics and data can help you make better management decisions, develop effective strategies and monitor progress.

Environment

Ceres Applauds President Biden's Bold Executive Action on the Climate Crisis on First Day

Jan 21, 2021 2:45 PM ET

Responsible Production & Consumption

Watch: The Business Case for Tackling Plastic Waste

Jan 21, 2021 2:25 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Xylem Water Solutions Singapore Named as Champion of Good and Recipient of the AmCham CARES 2020 Award

Jan 21, 2021 2:05 PM ET

Xylem Water Solutions Singapore has been recognized for its work to help communities across Southeast Asia solve water challenges, including disaster relief, clean water access solutions and WASH education as part of the company's Watermark program.

Innovation & Technology

Security Alert! Now Entering Vaccination Scammer Nation

Jan 21, 2021 1:15 PM ET

An identity theft expert explains how scammers have changed their tactics to try and evade safeguards and exploit new anxieties of vaccination eligibility during the pandemic, all while gearing up for another profitable tax season.

Environment

Logitech CEO Details Carbon Transparency Plans, Challenges Businesses To Do More

Jan 21, 2021 1:00 PM ET

CEO Bracken Darrell is challenging corporations to step up their efforts to address climate change, telling CNBC’s Jim Cramer that the device manufacturer plans to provide consumers more transparency about the carbon footprint of Logitech products.

Innovation & Technology

Shifting the Future of Automotive Industry to Top Gear with IoT and 5G

Jan 21, 2021 12:30 PM ET

Data collected from vehicles, pedestrians, and infrastructures can reveal a great deal about the city. City governments can use this data to create a greener environment.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

UNFCU Foundation Announces 2021 Grant Recipients

Jan 21, 2021 12:30 PM ET

UNFCU Foundation today named eight organizations the recipients of its 2021 grants. Each positively changed the trajectories of marginalized communities in Africa and the United States in 2020.

Health & Healthcare

American Minute: Learn How Electrostatic Spraying Works

Jan 21, 2021 12:25 PM ET

It’s a law of science — opposites attract. And when they do, they create an electric charge that can be used with a solution to help fight the spread of coronavirus on surfaces like seats, tray tables, and arm rests.

Sustainable Development Goals

COVID-19 Sharpens Focus on Resilience and Sustainability for Rockwell Automation

Jan 21, 2021 12:20 PM ET

In an interview with Anoop Menon of Zawya, Blake Moret, chairman and chief executive officer of Rockwell Automation, shares insight on how COVID-19 has forced companies to sharpen their focus on reliance, agility, and sustainability.

Sustainable Development Goals

Going Big: Now Is the Time for a Bold, Durable Strategy for Climate Protection

Jan 21, 2021 12:15 PM ET

As President Joe Biden took office yesterday, our nation faces critical and urgent issues: a global pandemic, extraordinary economic challenges and political unrest following the siege on the U.S. Capitol.

Environment

BIER and 2020: The Year in Review

Jan 21, 2021 12:10 PM ET

Unquestionably, the year 2020 will not be forgotten. Collectively, we have experienced a global pandemic, historical social movements, and increasing environmental threats. Understanding the implications of these collective challenges and what lies ahead is undetermined.

Sustainable Development Goals

Owens Corning 2030 Goals: Expanding Our Social Handprint

Jan 21, 2021 12:05 PM ET

Safety Aspiration: To eliminate all employee, contractor and visitor injuries and occupational illnesses at work and at home.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

International Paper Foundation Awards nearly $90,000 in Grants to Selma, AL Area Schools, Non-Profit Agencies

Jan 21, 2021 11:35 AM ET

The International Paper Foundation and Riverdale Mill recently announced $89,941.92 in grants to 23 local nonprofit agencies and schools.

Sustainable Development Goals

Supporting Paris Agreement Reentry to Complement Significant Industry Progress

Jan 21, 2021 11:15 AM ET

Our country is at a critical point in addressing the important issue of climate change. At Duke Energy, we’re taking aggressive action to address this challenge while delivering affordable, reliable, and increasingly clean energy.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Leveraging Skills-Based Volunteering to Promote Mental Health During COVID-19

Jan 21, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Nonprofit East Boston Social Centers leveraged the skills-based volunteering support of Common Impact & Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts to promote staff's mental health during COVID-19. A new case study explores the partnership and outcomes.

Sustainable Development Goals

What Does it Mean for the U.S. to Rejoin the Paris Climate Agreement?

Jan 21, 2021 10:55 AM ET

Joe Biden took office as the 46th U.S. president on January 20th, 2021. As part of his campaign, Biden has signed an executive order that the U.S. will rejoin the Paris Climate Agreement and that he will lead aggressive action on climate change mitigation.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

PSEG Donating $1.5M to NJ, Long Island Nonprofits Assisting Residents Through Pandemic

Jan 21, 2021 10:15 AM ET

“It is our privilege to be able to support community organizations that are providing much-needed assistance to countless families and communities...,” said Rick Thigpen, PSEG’s senior vice president for Corporate Citizenship.

Events, Media & Communications

Speeding Up the Race to Zero: Insights from Global 100 CEOs

Jan 21, 2021 10:10 AM ET

The 17 th annual Global 100 Most Sustainable Companies will be unveiled on January 25 with a virtual CEO roundtable discussion to share insights from Global 100 pros and why it’s essential for businesses to speed up the race to a net-zero-emissions economy.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

CGF Joint Statement on Human Rights in the Palm Oil Sector

Jan 21, 2021 10:00 AM ET

As collectives of major global companies with supply chains in the palm oil sector, The Consumer Goods Forum Forest Positive Coalition and Human Rights Coalition — Working to End Forced Labour both share a steadfast commitment to tackling environmental and social issues associated with palm oil production and supply.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Packing in a Purpose: Sustainable Product Packaging

Jan 21, 2021 9:35 AM ET

Through material experimentation, size configuration and good old-fashioned teamwork, engineers at The Home Depot are giving product packaging the attention it needs in the pursuit of sustainability.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Wells Fargo's Open for Business Fund Boosts Access to Minority Lending

Jan 21, 2021 9:05 AM ET

As many small businesses are still experiencing hardship from the COVID-19 pandemic, Wells Fargo is working to support its customers in another round of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and continuing to provide additional small businesses support through its Open for Business Fund. To date, the Open for Business Fund has deployed more than $84 million in philanthropic capital to Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), which has helped an estimated 16,000 struggling minority-owned small businesses and helped keep in place 50,000 small business jobs.

Events, Media & Communications

Garry King Named Global Services Leader for Black & Veatch's Conventional Power Generation Business

Jan 21, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Gary King has been named Global Services Leader for Black & Veatch's Conventional Power Generation Business. This addition will help further reinforce the company's position in a rapidly changing market.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Justin's Story: How One ScottsMiracle-Gro Associate Made a Healthy Change for His Family

Jan 21, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Justin grew up on a farm in North Lewisburg, Ohio, and was active on the farm when he was young. When he first joined the company, his position was in packaging so he was on his feet all day.