ESG News from Leading Brands

Research, Reports & Publications

Verizon Releases Its First-Ever Human Capital Report

Jun 3, 2021 2:20 PM ET

Verizon details how it retains, trains and builds a workforce ready for the future

Education

FedEx Talks Tech With Robot Innovations

Jun 3, 2021 2:15 PM ET

FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) inspires young people to participate in science and technology to motivate career interest in STEM fields.

Environment

How EHS Is Helping Support the Transition to Cleaner Energy

Jun 3, 2021 2:10 PM ET

EHS plays a pivotal role in the tilt towards cleaner energy, and EHS leaders are uniquely positioned to help their companies make the transition. Here are a few practical ways EHS can help make a proactive impact.

Environment

Boeing and Alaska Airlines Partner to Make Flying Safer and More Sustainable

Jun 3, 2021 2:05 PM ET

Boeing [NYSE:BA] and Alaska Airlines [NYSE:ALK] announced today they are partnering on the latest Boeing ecoDemonstrator program and will flight test about 20 technologies on a new 737-9 to enhance the safety and sustainability of air travel.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Stellantis Kicks Off Detroit's Greenest Initiative, $1 Million Community Initiative to Boost City's East Side

Jun 3, 2021 2:05 PM ET

As part of a comprehensive three-year, $1 million effort to support eastside neighborhoods around the Detroit Assembly Complex, Stellantis today launched Detroit’s Greenest Initiative,

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Are You Down To Recycle? Nature Valley and Down to Earth With Zac Efron Partner for Recycling Awareness

Jun 3, 2021 1:30 PM ET

Together, the trio will encourage consumers to adopt the habit of bringing eligible plastic film recyclables to participating stores by highlighting how a small act can have a big impact on the planet.

Energy

New Analysis Reveals Stark Disparities in Emissions Intensity Between Major Oil and Gas Operators

Jun 3, 2021 1:25 PM ET

A first-of-its-kind analysis from Ceres and the Clean Air Task Force provides investors, operators, natural gas purchasers, policymakers and regulators

Diversity & Inclusion

Building a Pipeline of Diverse Talent at Qualcomm

Jun 3, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Innovation & Technology

Reducing Food Waste Through Technology Solutions

Jun 3, 2021 12:55 PM ET

Slashing food waste is a challenge many businesses are beginning to tackle and successfully doing so can bring significant benefits, both financial and environmental, to producers, retailers, and consumers alike.

Green Infrastructure

Reducing Carbon in the Built Environment

Jun 3, 2021 12:35 PM ET

The built environment is a major emitter of greenhouse gases. To help encourage net-zero building practices, Dow joined two leading industry associations to challenge architects and building owners to design and construct energy-efficient buildings.

Media & Communications

Procter & Gamble and UNINTERRUPTED present "These Hands"

Jun 3, 2021 12:05 PM ET

Environment

Fifth Third Chairman Comments on Joining Ceres Network

Jun 3, 2021 12:00 PM ET

As part of its commitment to be a leader in sustainability, Fifth Third Bank recently joined the Ceres Company Network.

Media & Communications

National Grid Launches Electric Vehicle Road Trip to Highlight Northeast Charging Infrastructure

Jun 3, 2021 11:55 AM ET

National Grid commits $200 million to furthering electric transport, plans to build 19,000 more charging stations throughout the Northeast

Health & Healthcare

Essity's Annual and Sustainability Report Highlight: Well-being

Jun 3, 2021 11:30 AM ET

As a global company, Essity can make a difference for people and societies. We offer hygiene and health solutions for hundreds of millions of people every day, which helps to improve well-being and gender equality.

Responsible Production & Consumption

MilliporeSigma Future Talk Podcast Series: Making Packaging Sustainable

Jun 3, 2021 11:30 AM ET

Improving the sustainability of packaging starts as early as product development. Tune in to the Future Talk podcast as experts Fabien Thibault and Alan Phipps discuss the environmental benefits of MilliporeSigma's SMASH Packaging program.

Health & Healthcare

Pucks for PPE: Project Northern Lights and RESOLVE Canada Announce New NHL and CDC Foundation-Supported Initiative to Provide PPE to 7 NHL Cities

Jun 3, 2021 11:15 AM ET

Project Northern Lights and RESOLVE Canada launch Pucks for PPE. Supported by the CDC Foundation and the National Hockey League, Pucks for PPE aims to deliver protective equipment and other supplies to marginalized populations in Canadian cities.

Environment

Guiding Environmental Sustainability at Clarivate with Data Driven Insights

Jun 3, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Since we maintain a fully leased real estate portfolio, Clarivate is working with JLL, a leading global real estate services company, to establish a baseline for our carbon footprint as part of our commitment to carbon neutrality by 2024.

Energy

The Path to One and a Half

Jun 3, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Rockwell Automation Employees Describe Why Company Culture Matters

Jun 3, 2021 10:50 AM ET

Rockwell Automation asked its employees from around the globe what their ideal company culture is and what they like best about Rockwell Automation’s culture. In this video, employees describe a company that “walks the talk,” values and includes all voices, and feels truly global.

Diversity & Inclusion

Update on Our DE&I Progress

Jun 3, 2021 10:15 AM ET

Comcast Chairman & CEO Brian L. Roberts discusses the programs and initiatives that have been developed to advance their DE&I strategy over the past year.

Research, Reports & Publications

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Releases Annual Living Progress Report

Jun 3, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Hewlett Packard Enterprise released its annual Living Progress Report for fiscal year 2020, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to help customers drive digital transformations that reduce their carbon footprint...

Research, Reports & Publications

Pentair Announces Social Responsibility Strategic Targets

Jun 3, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Pentair plc (NYSE:PNR), a leading provider of water treatment and sustainable solutions, announces its Social Responsibility Strategic Targets. The new targets were launched with the release of Pentair’s 2020 Corporate Responsibility Report, which highlights the company’s initiatives to be a leading socially responsible company as it delivers smart, sustainable solutions that empower customers and employees to make the most of life’s essential resources.

Environment

Ørsted Aims for Net-Positive Biodiversity Impact From New Projects Commissioned From 2030

Jun 3, 2021 10:00 AM ET

The accelerated global build-out of renewable energy which is needed to decarbonise global energy systems and stop global warming at 1.5°C must take place in balance with nature.

Research, Reports & Publications

Pentair Announces Social Responsibility Strategic Targets

Jun 3, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Pentair plc (NYSE:PNR), a leading provider of water treatment and sustainable solutions, announces its Social Responsibility Strategic Targets.

Research, Reports & Publications

Cognizant Announces 2020 Environmental, Social, Governance Report, “Living Our Purpose”

Jun 3, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH), one of the world’s leading professional services companies, has released its 2020 ESG report, “Living Our Purpose.”