ESG News from Leading Brands

Keep up with the latest environmental, social and governance news from companies embracing the triple bottom line, shared via 3BL's distribution platform.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Uniting to Restore Glad Plant Operations After Arkansas Tornado

The Clorox Company

Environment

Partnering for a Cleaner Port of Long Beach

Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Expedia Group Partners with The International Rescue Committee

To support global disaster response efforts, Expedia Group partners with the International Rescue Committee (IRC). Together with the IRC, we aim to further our collective impact.

Environment

How Can Our Respect for the Sea Enhance Our Networking Events?

No ordinary NGO, Ocean Generation combines the disruptive energy of a youth collective with years of experience in storytelling through science and film to create an inclusive approach to sustainability that enables an Ocean-positive future.

Education

Dow and Teach for All Expand Support for STEM Education To Impact Underserved Youth

Dow announced an expanded partnership with Teach For All to fund Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) teacher recruitment, professional development and placement in underserved schools in Bahía Blanca, Argentina; Tokyo, Japan; Lagos, Nigeria; and Tarragona, Spain.

Research, Reports & Publications

American Dream Defined by Comfort, Happiness and Freedom, Say Small Business Owners in GoDaddy Study

New survey results from GoDaddy (NYSE: GDDY), the company that helps entrepreneurs thrive, show that almost three-quarters (74%) of U.S. small business owners say their perception of the American Dream has changed.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Business Case for Tackling Inequality

Inequality acts as a threat multiplier, fueled by crises ranging from pandemics to climate change. It is a systemic risk threatening the political and economic fundamentals that businesses depend on to operate, innovate, and grow.

Diversity & Inclusion

Pride at FedEx

The celebration of the LGBTQ+ community, often referred to as June Pride Month, began in June of 1970, one year following the Stonewall Riots in New York City.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Land Betterment Board of Director Chris Hagler Moderates Panel at GreenFin 23

Chris Hagler, Land Betterment Board of Director moderates panel at GreenFin23 titled Green Banks: Catalyzing Investments in Climate Solutions.

Environment

Uncovering Hidden Value: How Calculating the True Cost of Water Drives Circular Water Management

Embracing the true value of water is a transformative journey that benefits not only businesses but also the broader ecosystem and future generations.

Research, Reports & Publications

Three Surprising Trends Driving Growth in the Alternative Proteins Industry

The survey conducted for CRB’s 2023 Horizons: Alternative Proteins report uncovered three big industry trends: increasing scalability, chasing sustainability, and pulling back on capital investment.

Sustainable Development Goals

A New Life for Used Components: 'A Sustainable Year' Story

In CNH Industrial’s latest story in the A Sustainable Year series, the world of remanufacturing is explored – from the benefits of reman parts over new parts to the company’s dedication to sustainable technology.

Events, Media & Communications

Why Effectively Communicating Governance Matters & How 3BL Delivers

The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework has, in recent years, gathered impressive traction as companies find their sustainability and ethical practices increasingly in the spotlight.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Product Quality and Safety at Bath & Body Works

We were founded on a simple idea: make the world a brighter, happier place through the power of fragrance. While our products are constantly evolving, what will never change is our dedication to providing our customers fragrances and formulas they can trust.

Sustainable Development Goals

Covia’s Product Sustainability Delivers ESG Benefits

Covia’s commitment to ESG is reflected in our evolving suite of product offerings. We create products that are critical components in helping protect the planet and enhance peoples’ lives in many ways.

Education

Comcast Announces $4.5 Million Grant To Advance Economic Opportunity Through Digital Skill Building and Tech Training

Comcast Corporation today announced a new $4.5 million, three-year grant to Per Scholas, a leading national nonprofit advancing economic equity through tech training and career building.

Environment

How Governance Professionals Are Guiding Corporate Disclosure on Environmental and Social Topics

Increased public scrutiny of corporate action and disclosure on environmental and social topics has generated concern that both leaders and laggards are at risk of unwanted attention.

Sustainable Development Goals

VMware: The Office of the CTO: Where Sustainability Meets Innovation

Sustainability has long been central to VMware’s mission. And that’s not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because sustainability is a business imperative.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Under Its Regina Brand, Sofidel Donates Toilet Paper and Paper Towels for a Month to People Leaving Their Homes Due to Flooding

Sofidel has decided to donate its products to the Protezione Civile (the Italian National Civil Protection Service) and the Bologna Committee of the Italian Red Cross, which are working to help the people affected by the flooding in Emilia-Romagna.

Diversity & Inclusion

HARMAN Highlights LGBTQ+ Visibility & Unity During Pride 2023

At HARMAN, our workforce reflects the diversity of the world in which we operate and the communities we serve. We are committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to bring their best selves to the workplace.

Energy

A Net-Zero Value Chain Is the Next Frontier in Ørsted’s ESG Journey

While many companies today seek to align their operations with the imperatives of strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance, some firms put the ESG stake in the ground long ago. One of these is renewable energy giant Ørsted.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Q&A With SEE's Vice President of Global Total Rewards

SEE's Vice President of Global Total Rewards provides insights about the employee experience and how the company is implementing digital technology and using data-driven insights to develop meaningful programs, train teams, and develop future leaders.

Environment

Code To Support Credible Due Diligence Efforts

ISEAL’s new revised Code of Good Practice will support sustainability standards and similar systems to play a more prominent role within corporate due diligence processes.

Education

Bringing Portable Solar Power to the Classroom

The program, created by We Share Solar, provides classrooms with all the tools necessary to build a stand-alone, 12-volt DC solar power system.

Diversity & Inclusion

Principal® Joins Industry Consortium To Support Automatic Portability of U.S. Retirement Accounts

Principal Financial Group® today announced it joined the Portability Services Network, LLC (PSN), a consortium of retirement plan service providers focused on helping America's under-served and under-saved workers improve their retirement outcomes.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Launches Neighbors First Credit to Help Make Dream of Home Ownership a Reality

KeyBank announced the launch of its third Special Purpose Credit Program1 – KeyBank Neighbors First CreditSM – which can help make the dream of home ownership a reality by providing up to $5,000 to homebuyers for the purchase of eligible properties.

Environment

Nielsen Marks 10th Earth Day Celebration

On April 20, 2023, nearly 1,100 Nielsen employees across 24 countries gathered virtually and in person to mark Nielsen’s tenth annual Earth Day celebration.

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