ESG News from Leading Brands

Research, Reports & Publications

Aurora Organic Dairy Demonstrates Progress Towards Its Animals, People and Planet Goals in Its 2022 Sustainability Report

Dec 15, 2022 8:00 AM ET

In its 2022 Sustainability Report, Aurora Organic Dairy provides a comprehensive and transparent update on its sustainability performance over the last three years.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Direct Relief Ranked 5th Largest U.S. Charity in 2022 by Forbes

Dec 14, 2022 5:30 PM ET

Direct Relief was rated the fifth largest charity in the United States in 2022, according to Forbes Magazine's newly released annual list of the 100 largest US charities, by private donations.

Environment

Emile Torres: Effective Altruism + Longtermism Pt. 2

Dec 14, 2022 5:05 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Computerworld Names Tractor Supply to 2023 List of Best Places To Work in IT

Dec 14, 2022 3:15 PM ET

Tractor Supply Company(NASDAQ: TSCO), the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, announced today it has been named to Computerworld’s 2023 list of Best Places to Work in IT.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Diego Donoso To Retire From Dow; Karen S. Carter Named President of Dow Packaging & Specialty Plastics

Dec 14, 2022 3:05 PM ET

Dow announces Karen S. Carter, Chief Human Resources Officer and Chief Inclusion Officer for Dow, has been named President of P&SP. She succeeds Diego Donoso who will retire in the first quarter of 2023. The transition will begin immediately.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Medtronic Named as a Leading Sustainability Company

Dec 14, 2022 3:05 PM ET

Medtronic today announced its continued inclusion in the Dow Jones® Sustainability World Index as one of the world's leading companies for sustainability.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Marathon Petroleum Named Among BNSF Sustainability Award Winners

Dec 14, 2022 2:05 PM ET

MPC was recognized for its focus on increasing the production and marketing of renewable fuels.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

The Utah Housing Preservation Fund Receives Commitment From Comenity Capital Bank

Dec 14, 2022 2:00 PM ET

The Utah Housing Preservation Fund announced that Comenity Capital Bank, a subsidiary of Bread Financial, has made a 10-year commitment of $10 million to the Fund.

Environment

Rayonier Joins Timber Companies and Conservation Organizations To Fight the Spread of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)

Dec 14, 2022 2:00 PM ET

Seven timber companies and four conservation organizations are joining together to fight the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) among deer, elk, and other species of the deer family (known as “cervids”).

Sustainable Development Goals

ESG Talk: Unraveling ESG Regulation ft. Andromeda Wood and Steve Soter, Workiva

Dec 14, 2022 1:30 PM ET

In this regulatory wrap up on ESG Talk, host Mandi McReynolds is joined by two Workiva colleagues, Andromeda Wood, Vice President of Regulatory Strategy, and Steve Soter, Senior Industry Principal. Andie and Steve share their insights on ESG regulation in the EU and US, including CSRD and what they expect from the SEC.

Environment

Alkermes' Approach to Environmental Protection and Sustainability

Dec 14, 2022 1:00 PM ET

We strive to conduct our business activities in a manner that minimizes the environmental impacts of our operations and promotes effective stewardship of environmental resources.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Illumina Ranks Among Top Scores on Dow Jones Sustainability Index and CDP

Dec 14, 2022 12:45 PM ET

Illumina today announced its achievement of the highest score out of 72 companies in its industry in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, also known as the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI).

Innovation & Technology

Letter to the G20: We Must Drive Universal Connectivity and Extend Digital to Small Businesses, Without Delay

Dec 14, 2022 12:30 PM ET

At Ericsson, we are working to close the school connectivity gap through our support of UNICEF and ITU’s Giga initiative.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

FedEx Business Spotlight: Ray Rico Freelance & Focus LGBT+ Magazine

Dec 14, 2022 12:25 PM ET

Ray Rico was part of the 2017 cohort of Memphis Inner City Capital Connections, and to this day credits the curriculum for helping improve his company’s marketing and culture.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Tetra Pak U.S. and Canada 2022 Sustainability Report: People

Dec 14, 2022 12:00 PM ET

In summer 2021, we launched Taste of Tetra Pak sample boxes to keep our employees, many of them working remotely or hybrid, connected to our work in packaging, processing and services.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Sands Commits $500,000 to the LVMPD Foundation To Support Advanced Crisis Training

Dec 14, 2022 11:55 AM ET

Sands has committed $500,000 over two years through Sands Cares to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Foundation (LVMPD) in support of phase one construction of the LVMPD Reality Based Training Center.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Henkel Celebrates Completion of Salisbury Facility Expansion

Dec 14, 2022 11:15 AM ET

This expansion of Henkel’s existing site broadens the company’s capabilities to provide more sustainable and innovative PSA solutions to the tape, label, medical, and graphics films markets to meet increasing demand.

Events, Media & Communications

Lenovo Unveils New Smarter Tech Innovations to Define the Future of the Digital World

Dec 14, 2022 10:35 AM ET

Lenovo held its annual global innovation event, Tech World, sharing its vision for the evolution of collaboration across users, spaces, and devices to unlock unlimited possibilities in both real-world applications and the Metaverse.

Innovation & Technology

ekō Solutions and Its Eco-Friendly Structures

Dec 14, 2022 10:30 AM ET

Under Land Betterment’s suite of solutions the Company offers a stable of sustainable brands and industries atop restored land.

Health & Healthcare

Disparities in Breast Cancer Mortality and Treatment Underscore the Importance of Testing

Dec 14, 2022 10:30 AM ET

Quest was proud to sponsor Sisters Network Inc. and its first-ever State of Black Breast Cancer Crisis: a National Townhall Virtual Discussion and Call to Action.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

From the Fifth Third 2021 ESG Report: Community Development Co. Fills Gaps in Neighborhoods

Dec 14, 2022 10:20 AM ET

The Fifth Third Community Development Co. invests in real estate projects across our footprint to help communities thrive. These investments can include affordable housing, small business spaces or commercial projects.

Diversity & Inclusion

Southwire 2021 Sustainability Report: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Dec 14, 2022 10:00 AM ET

A focus on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) is critical for Southwire and our continued success.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Gen Listed on the 2022 Dow Jones Sustainability Index

Dec 14, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Gen, a global leader dedicated to powering Digital Freedom, today announced that it has been included on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, one of the world's most trusted ESG benchmarks, on both the World and North America lists.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

GoDaddy Empowers Employees To Make a Difference This Holiday Giving Season

Dec 14, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Nearing the end of 2022, GoDaddy for Good recently reminded employees of the opportunities available to volunteer their time, donate to worthy causes and empower entrepreneurs.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Walmart Teams Up with Customers To Give Away Up to $5 Million in Local Communities

Dec 14, 2022 9:45 AM ET

Walmart announced the launch of a new giving campaign as part of its Spark Good initiative, supporting local organizations across the country with up to $5 million going to nonprofits this holiday season.