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 Production & Consumption

Fresh Produce Direct From Farms Could Be Coming Soon to Your Door, via Farmers Post

World Wildlife Fund

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

In Conversation With American Airlines’ CEO

American Airlines

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

MetLife 2023 Sustainability Report: Creating Value as an Investor

MetLife, Inc.

Diversity & Inclusion

Mary Kay Helps Pioneer Gender Equality Research in Algorithms and Artificial Intelligence

According to the Stanford Social Innovation Review, AI Algorithms exhibiting gender bias resulted in 70% of lower quality of service for women. At Mary Kay, we know a level playing field is not only key but vital for women entrepreneurs to thrive in today’s digital economy.

Education

Nurturing Tomorrow: The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation Teams Up With School District To Transform Young Minds

This is the mindset that the team behind The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation shared when they launched a special partnership with the McKeesport Area School District near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania back in May 2022.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Continuing to Lead the Way in Sustainability

Abbott earns top overall industry score for 11 years, leads in health access on global sustainability benchmark DJSI.

Research, Reports & Publications

Net Zero Targets Still Not Set by a Third of Global Firms, Research Shows

A third of the world’s largest public-listed companies are still yet to set an emissions reduction target, according to a new report from Net Zero Tracker.

Environment

Regulating PFAS in Stormwater: What You Need To Know

We’ve put together a primer to explain how the inclusion of PFAS within NPDES permits may impact organizations and municipalities that require permits for stormwater discharge management.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Dave Lange: The Panda Master for FedEx

What does it take to transport precious cargo anywhere in the world? Dave Lange, FedEx Director of Aircraft Charter (A/C) Department, provides an inside view of the work his team undertakes to ensure safe and secure delivery of high-profile shipments, such as giant pandas.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Essity Ranked One of the World’s Most Sustainable Companies

Hygiene and health company Essity has once again been recognized as one of the world’s most sustainable companies by Corporate Knights. The list was announced today during the World Economic Forum in Davos.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Lenovo and the Scott-Morgan Foundation Collaborate To Develop Groundbreaking Assistive Technology Solutions

Lenovo, the global technology leader, announced its continued support of the Scott-Morgan Foundation, a visionary non-profit organization driving assistive technology innovation.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Albertsons Companies Foundation Enabled More than 142 Million Meals in 2023

As we begin a new year, we reflect with gratitude on an incredible 2023 for the Albertsons Companies Foundation. Last year, the Foundation helped more than 750 organizations and enabled more than 142 million meals to those in need. 

Innovation & Technology

Young Innovators Inspire Hope for a Sustainable Tomorrow

As the mentoring programs end for the 2022 inaugural goIT Innovators of the Year event and TCS’ Go Innovate Together (goIT) teams gear up for the next global competition, I’m filled with a sense of hope for the future that only the youth can inspire.

Research, Reports & Publications

How the Clorox Company Fuels Brand Growth

By harnessing technology and embracing sustainability, we can achieve cost savings that can then be used to fund investments in brand innovation and portfolio evolution.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Chemours Belle Plant Invests in West Virginia Education and Manufacturing Initiative

The Chemours Company’s Belle, West Virginia plant recently awarded a nearly $99,000 Vibrant Community grant to Explore the New Manufacturing as part of the company’s commitment to invest $50 million in its communities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Project Lifesaver: Nearly 25 Years of Bringing Loved Ones Back Home

Project Lifesaver is a remarkable non-profit organization that has been operating since 1999. Its mission is to provide law enforcement, first responders and caregivers with a specialized program that aims to protect and quickly locate “at-risk” individuals.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Home Depot Foundation’s Nationwide MLK Week of Service: Transforming Communities and Empowering Students

The Home Depot Foundation’s nationwide week of service runs from Jan. 12 - 19, 2024. This is in partnership with Home Builders Institute (HBI), 100 Black Men of America, Construction Ready and other local and national nonprofits.

Health & Healthcare

Helping Doctors Advance Cardiovascular Health Equity

Research shows that women and people of color often suffer from advanced heart and vascular disease at disproportionately high rates. But their burden doesn’t end there.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

T. Rowe Price Announces Business Resource Group Mentorship Program During National Mentoring Month

Amid National Mentoring Month, Baltimore-based global investment management firm T. Rowe Price introduces a new program focused on business resource group (BRG) mentorship.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

ICYMI: HARMAN, WWE, and Make-A-Wish Connecticut Partner To Spread Holiday Cheer to Local Families

In celebration of the Month of Giving in December, HARMAN joined partners at Make-A-Wish® Connecticut at the WWE to help sponsor the Winter Wonderland event featuring ice carvings, sleigh rides, holiday lights, and HARMAN’s Wish Live stage at the Wishing Place in Trumbull, CT.

Events, Media & Communications

Stay Up to Date With Nasdaq’s 2024 North American ESG Reporting & Events Calendar

Planning the year ahead for ESG reporting, disclosures, and events can be a challenging undertaking. There are countless events and submission deadlines to track, several of which have limited timeframes each year for participation.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

SEE® Wins 2024 WorldStar Packaging Award for Recyclable Food Pack

SEE's Australia team was the recipient of a 2024 WorldStar Award for its CRYOVAC® brand Darfresh® mono-PET rollstock. The recyclable packaging solution extends shelf life, reduces packaging and food waste, and drives better sustainable and economic outcomes.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Sofidel Earns Two Recycled Content Packaging Certifications by GreenCircle Certified

Sofidel, a leading global provider of paper products, earned two Recycled Content Packaging Certifications from GreenCircle Certified. Sofidel’s Poly Bundle and Poly Inner packaging both received the Recycled Content Packaging Certification.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Trane Technologies Partnering With Dublin City University's Access Program To Support Students Affected by Economic and Social Adversity

Trane Technologies is proud to be partnering with Dublin City University (DCU) in their innovative Access education program, which provides financial support, internships and mentoring opportunities for students affected by economic and social adversity.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Joe Park Promoted to Yum! Brands Chief Digital & Technology Officer

Yum! Brands, Inc. announced the promotion of Joe Park to Chief Digital & Technology Officer, reporting to Chris Turner, Yum! Brands Chief Financial Officer, effective March 1, 2024.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Global Regulatory Brief: Green Finance, January Edition

The 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) galvanized the energy around the global green finance agenda, setting the stage for a busy 2024 of green-related rulemaking and policy guidance for the financial services sector.

Events, Media & Communications

Baker Tilly's Ellen Labita Appointed to FASB’s Not-for-Profit Advisory Committee

Baker Tilly announces Ellen Labita, partner and professional practice leader for Baker Tilly’s not-for profit and healthcare practices, has been appointed to the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Not-for-Profit Advisory Committee for a four-year term.

Social Impact & Volunteering

How One IBMer Is Creating a More Sustainable Future for the Island Where He Grew Up

IBM believes in the power of technology and innovation to drive climate solutions, especially for the communities and organizations most impacted by climate change and environmental challenges.

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