ESG News from Leading Brands

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

The 25 Most Influential Executives Of 2020

Jul 29, 2020 11:40 AM ET

Responsible Production & Consumption

Deep Dive on Waste and the Circular Economy

Jul 29, 2020 11:00 AM ET

Business Leadership Forum from GRI offers business executives the opportunity to build knowledge and expertise on waste reporting and the circular economy.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Plugging in to Virtual Mentorship

Jul 29, 2020 11:00 AM ET

Today, as we face extraordinary challenges stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic as well as the growing calls for social justice and equality, our employees remain committed to giving back to those in need.

Innovation & Technology

Safety — of Both End-Product & Personnel — is Paramount in e-Mobility and Renewable Energy Ecosystems

Jul 29, 2020 11:00 AM ET

Quality electronic design and test solutions are key to not only help engineers verify the quality and safety of each design from development through high-volume production, but also in keeping them safe during the process.

Environment

Ecocentricity Blog: Won't You Be My Neighbor?

Jul 29, 2020 10:30 AM ET

Many of environmentalism’s conflicts are unnecessary and ultimately impediments to what we are trying to accomplish. What do we do about resolving those conflicts? I think we would be wise to turn to the example of Mister Rogers.

Responsible Production & Consumption

US Utilities to Intensify Digital Water Programmes - Here's Why

Jul 29, 2020 10:00 AM ET

Black & Veatch has released the results of a new report exploring the adoption of digital technologies by US water utilities.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Information for Mariners from Ørsted

Jul 29, 2020 10:00 AM ET

At Ørsted, we understand the importance of remaining available to the maritime and fishing community during these exceptional circumstances. Ørsted is now hosting virtual port hours every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Making a Key Ingredient for COVID-19 Relief

Jul 29, 2020 9:00 AM ET

“The reason we were able to have record production months isn’t necessarily because of an increased demand, but it’s because the facility has invested in improved reliability and preventative maintenance” as a part of Koch Industries, which has historically reinvested 90% of its earnings back into its companies, Koerner added.

Events, Media & Communications

Your Company Agrees Black Lives Matter. Then What? Find Out August 5 at Noon ET

Jul 29, 2020 9:00 AM ET

Trayvon Martin, Eric Garner, Mike Brown, Tamir Rice, Freddie Gray, Sandra Bland, Alton Sterling, Philando Castile, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd.

As the list of black men and women murdered by police and racist vigilantes grows, the call for racial equity becomes louder.

Diversity & Inclusion

Statement from Aflac Chairman and CEO Daniel P. Amos on the Passing of Civil Rights Icon John Lewis

Jul 29, 2020 9:00 AM ET

As our country continues its long journey toward racial equality for all, the entire Aflac family mourns the loss of Congressman John Lewis — a true giant, unabashed pioneer of the civil rights movement, and constant stalwart for driving fairness and justice.

Innovation & Technology

How to Accelerate Bending the Temperature Change Curve

Jul 29, 2020 8:55 AM ET

How are we to meet environmental targets that require emissions not just to stabilize but decrease, requiring immediate transformation of our infrastructure, including how we generate energy and fuel our economy.

Sustainable Development Goals

A Reflection on Sappi North America's Year of Progress From CEO Steve Binnie

Jul 28, 2020 6:05 PM ET

This past year saw significant progress at Sappi North America (SNA). For the second year running, we produced an excellent safety performance — again lowering the injury frequency and severity ratings to record-low levels. I would like to thank each and every staff member for their personal commitment to this journey.

Research, Reports & Publications

Insights from Schneider Electric's 2020 Corporate Energy & Sustainability Progress Report

Jul 28, 2020 5:00 PM ET

Our research was conducted in the fall of 2019, at a time when none of us could anticipate that the publication of this report would overlap with the proliferation of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

How to Support a Charity With Your Insurance

Jul 28, 2020 3:55 PM ET

Aflac Insurance Supports and comforts children with cancer by raising awareness and donations for childhood cancer research programs and donating to the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

Research, Reports & Publications

Edison International 2019 Sustainability Report: Diversity and Inclusion

Jul 28, 2020 3:40 PM ET

Diverse and inclusive workplaces lead to better business decisions and an environment where every employee feels supported and empowered.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Sands Promotes Responsible Gaming through Project Protect

Jul 28, 2020 3:35 PM ET

Our goal is to ensure that we lead the industry in addressing critical social issues, including the prevention of financial crimes and human trafficking, and encouraging responsible gaming.

Events, Media & Communications

INSTANT REPLAY | Mohawk Group's DesignFWD Virtual Summit

Jul 28, 2020 3:30 PM ET

Missed Mohawk Group's DesignFWD virtual summit? We've got you covered with the remix!

Education

Advanced Powertrain Technology Sparks Design Students' Creativity

Jul 28, 2020 3:00 PM ET

FPT Industrial engines, have been conceived and perceived not only as generators of power but also as brand ambassadors, designed as a "means of communication" of the founding values and passions of the brand itself.

Environment

Tetra Pak Commits to Net Zero Emissions

Jul 28, 2020 3:00 PM ET

Today, Tetra Pak reconfirms its strategic priority in driving the sustainability transformation by setting an ambition for net zero emissions across the value chain by 2050, supporting this with an intermediate 2030 target of net zero carbon emissions across its own operations. The company will also set emissions reduction targets in line with 1.5°C according to the Science Based Targets (SBT) initiative across scopes 1, 2 and 3.

Innovation & Technology

Johnson & Johnson and Its Partners Mark a Milestone in the Quest for a Global Preventive HIV Vaccine With the Imbokodo Study

Jul 28, 2020 2:05 PM ET

Since the start of the pandemic, Johnson & Johnson has been working to help address the devastating impacts of COVID-19 through the power of its science, the size of its global reach—and the know-how that comes from such experiences as standing up to challenges like HIV.

Innovation & Technology

Making Juice, Nectars and Still Drinks Using 50% Less Water and Nearly 70% Less Energy. No Catch.

Jul 28, 2020 2:00 PM ET

In a world where there is an urgent need to protect our planet and meet consumer expectations for environmentally friendly options, sustainability cannot be a mere sweetener for the JNSD industry’s mission to make high-quality beverages

Innovation & Technology

Stay Safe, America. T-Mobile Powering New Tech to Keep Workplaces Safe

Jul 28, 2020 2:00 PM ET

The Un-carrier was selected to power solutions from PIMMAP to check for flu-like symptoms and Guardhat to monitor physical distancing while in public places.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Habitat for Humanity to Build and Repair 350 Homes With Wells Fargo Foundation Grant

Jul 28, 2020 1:50 PM ET

Habitat for Humanity International and Wells Fargo & Company (NYC: WFC) today announced an $8 million donation from the Wells Fargo Foundation that will support the construction and repairs of safe and affordable housing built in collaboration with 350 families in nearly 50 states.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Comerica Bank Invests $1.1 Million in Clearinghouse CDFI

Jul 28, 2020 1:40 PM ET

Clearinghouse Community Development Financial Institution (Clearinghouse CDFI) announced a $1.1 million equity investment from Comerica Bank, a financial services company headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

Education

COVID-19 Doesn't Stop Win:Win of Summer Internships

Jul 28, 2020 1:00 PM ET

Due to COVID-19, Keysight moved to remote-only summer internships for the first time. However, even with its challenges, I can confidently say that it was still a win:win opportunity for both Keysight and our summer interns.