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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

P&G Ranks #30 on 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2021

May 19, 2021 5:45 PM ET

Using a methodology developed by 3BL Media, all Russell 1000 Index companies are researched by ISS ESG, the responsible investment research arm of Institutional Shareholder Services. Data and information used in the 2021 edition of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking is from March 13, 2020 to March 19, 2021

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

America's Charities' Engage CSR Solution Partner SmartSimple Software Named 2021 Social Impact Partner of the Year by Amazon Web Services

May 19, 2021 5:20 PM ET

Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com company, today announced the 2021 Canada AWS Partner Award winners, recognizing channel leaders playing a key role helping Canadian customers drive innovation and build solutions on the AWS Cloud.

Health & Healthcare

California School Boards Association and Maclean Health Endorse Delos Advanced Air Purification to Support a Safer and Healthier Return to Schools

May 19, 2021 5:20 PM ET

California School Boards Association (CSBA) and Maclean Health today announced their endorsement of Delos’ advanced air purification units to advance health and well-being in schools across the state.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Biogen Ranks #17 on 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2021

May 19, 2021 4:20 PM ET

This is the seventh consecutive year that Biogen has been included on the ranking, reflecting our longstanding commitment to corporate responsibility.

Environment

Safi Organics Claims EarthX E-Capital Summit Climate Tech Prize

May 19, 2021 4:20 PM ET

This year’s invitation-only, 5th Annual EarthX E-Capital Summit convened hundreds of investors, innovators, established companies, policymakers and more

Energy

Daniel Oberhaus: Our Super-Charged Future

May 19, 2021 4:10 PM ET

New iterations of the smartphone often focus on bells, whistles and other fancy features, when what we all really want for our devices are batteries that last longer.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

As Surge of COVID-19 Cases in India Continues, Spiceworks Ziff Davis and J2 Global Partner With America's Charities to Launch Employee Assistance Fund

May 19, 2021 4:05 PM ET

America’s Charities is pleased to announce the launch of an Employee Assistance Fund in partnership with Spiceworks Ziff Davis (SWZD), a division of J2 Global.

Social Impact & Volunteering

International Paper Vicksburg Mill Sponsors Earth Day Drawing Contest for Elementary School

May 19, 2021 4:00 PM ET

Redwood Elementary students’ grades K-6 had the opportunity to demonstrate their artistic abilities while celebrating Earth Day – a day focused on promoting clean living and a healthy, sustainable habitat for people and wildlife alike.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Wells Fargo Issues Inclusive Communities and Climate Bond

May 19, 2021 3:25 PM ET

Diverse underwriting firms to receive bulk of fees from $1 billion Sustainability Bond, which supports housing affordability, socioeconomic opportunity, and renewable energy

Health & Healthcare

Entering the 'Golden Age' of Technology

May 19, 2021 3:15 PM ET

As the world’s largest medical device company, Medtronic plays a prominent role in advancing global policy dialogue on healthcare issues.

Research, Reports & Publications

WSP USA and NY State Want to Help You Take Action on Climate Change

May 19, 2021 3:05 PM ET

Environment

La Red de Innovación e Impacto - Meet Cámara de Comercio, Industrias y Agricultura de Chiriquí (CAMCHI)

May 19, 2021 3:00 PM ET

Through the La Red de Innovación e Impacto program, WEC and our partners support small and mid-size enterprises (SMEs) that are accelerating business development and promoting sustainable economic growth in Latin America.

Environment

La Red de Innovación e Impacto - Conoce a Cámara de Comercio, Industrias y Agricultura de Chiriquí (CAMCHI)

May 19, 2021 3:00 PM ET

A través de la Iniciativa La Red de Innovación e Impacto programa, WEC y nuestros socios apoyamos a las pequeñas y medianas empresas que están acelerando el desarrollo empresarial y promoviendo el crecimiento económico sostenible en América Latina.

Health & Healthcare

Alkermes Celebrates Mental Health Month

May 19, 2021 2:40 PM ET

May is Mental Health Month! The COVID-19 pandemic has put mental health front and center. This month we encourage everyone to learn more, share resources, and consider how you can support those who are living with mental illness.

Research, Reports & Publications

No Matter the Challenge, People Believe Science Will Solve It, 3M Survey Reveals

May 19, 2021 2:10 PM ET

From manufacturing personal protective equipment to developing vaccines to the overall response to COVID-19, science is heightening the world’s expectations for what is possible, according to the 2021 3M State of Science Index.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Owens Corning Earns DOE Better Project Award and Surpasses Better Plants Energy Reduction Goal

May 19, 2021 1:35 PM ET

Owens Corning is proud to participate in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Better Plants program, which works with leading manufacturers to boost their competitiveness through improvements in energy efficiency.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Accelerating Sustainability in Russia: A Retailer's Perspective

May 19, 2021 1:15 PM ET

In this episode, you will hear from Jyrki Talvitie, Senior Advisor on Sustainability at Magnit, who shares unique insights on the sustainability landscape in Russia, as well as updates on the retailer’s strategic work on key sustainability topics.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Franklin Templeton's Employees in Poznan Help Create Smell Library

May 19, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Franklin Templeton employees in Poznan organized a used perfume bottle drive to supply and support a library of smells.

Education

Better Education From Anywhere With Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c on Chromebook [Video]

May 19, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Education experienced a leap in digital transformation over this past year. The glaring inequities in broadband access became even more apparent as many students transitioned to remote learning.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Lenovo Commitment to COVID-19 Relief in India

May 19, 2021 12:40 PM ET

As India struggles with the latest, brutal wave of COVID-19, Lenovo is supporting employees, partners, customers and friends in their efforts to stay safe.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

A Culture of Social Responsibility

May 19, 2021 12:15 PM ET

Alexion strives to be a CSR leader in our industry, and beyond. And, in 2020, we have made important progress: Alexion was named to the Newsweek America’s Most Responsible Companies 2021 list and recognized by investor ESG rating organizations.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

#ImpactInAction: A Year of Virtual Volunteering

May 19, 2021 12:10 PM ET

When it comes to supporting our local communities, Bloomberg employees like to roll up their sleeves.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Making A Difference: The Clarivate Volunteer Network

May 19, 2021 12:00 PM ET

At the heart of the Clarivate Volunteer Network is the core Clarivate aim of global sustainability, with initiatives driven by UN Sustainability Goals such as quality education, gender equality and industry innovation

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Employee Spotlight: Eric Michel

May 19, 2021 12:00 PM ET

I started working at Mosaic in 2007, just out of college. While I was in school, a representative from one of the local government agencies came to talk about environmental protections in the mining industry.

Research, Reports & Publications

New Report Identifies Growing Health Challenges for Older Americans

May 19, 2021 11:35 AM ET

These growing challenges have been exacerbated by COVID-19. As a recent survey by the AARP Foundation found, the pandemic undermined healthy routines by isolating people from one another and causing higher levels of anxiety and depression.