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.

Research, Reports & Publications

BXP 2022 ESG Report: Places Powering Progress, Sustainably

BXP’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy aligns with our mission to envision, develop, and manage exceptional properties that enhance client success, strengthen communities, and advance opportunity.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Benefits and Examples of Business Resource Groups (BRGs)

What are the benefits of Business Resource Groups? Find out how a BRG can support employee engagement, workplace diversity and more.

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainability Is the Biggest Tailwind We Have as a Society

When I think about this year’s Earth Month theme – Invest in Our Planet – I immediately view it through the lens of ESG investing and how sustainability is the biggest lever we have as a society to create lasting value.

Education

Case IH Introduces New Initiative for Sustainable Sugarcane Farming

CNH Industrial brand Case IH has announced its latest CSR initiative in India: "Unnat Kaushal Sugarcane Harvester Operator Training."

Energy

6 Ways Fleets Can Pursue Holistic Sustainability

For fleet managers looking to pursue fleet sustainability that also accounts for longevity and efficiency, here are six ways fleets can embrace holistic sustainability in the face of the changing transportation landscape.

Education

Mentoring Matters: American Airlines AMTs Guide Students for Upcoming Aerospace Maintenance Competition

At American Airlines Hangar 2 on the north side of Chicago O’Hare International Airport, a team of aspiring aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs) from the Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) Chicago campus have been hard at work practicing.

Energy

Listening, Learning and Redefining Indigenous Partnerships

Enbridge’s goal to be the “first-choice partner” for Indigenous Nations interested in pursuing energy infrastructure opportunities is taking shape.

Environment

Luhning on Sustainability: ‘It Must Be Sustained Through Generations’

Eventually, my path led me to Wells Fargo. I appreciated Wells Fargo’s role as a leader in building sustained economic opportunity within local communities.

Environment

EXCLUSIVE: After 32 Years, MAC Cosmetics Is Giving Its Recycling Program a Refresh

MAC estimates more than 660,000 pounds of product will be collected each year through the program, and that between 220,000 and 440,000 pounds will be recycled in the U.S. this year with Close the Loop.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Climbing for a Cause: Firefighters From Marathon Take On LA’s Famed Memorial Coliseum

Firefighters from Marathon Petroleum’s Los Angeles refinery returned to the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum this year to take part in a unique climbing event, Fight For Air Climb, that challenges people to take the stairs at iconic venues.

Environment

Griffith Foods: A Sweet Case for Honey

As brands start to explore more sustainable practices that acknowledge the environmental impact of honey production, bee-friendly farming techniques and even bee-free honey will continue to grow.

Research, Reports & Publications

LyondellBasell Details Accelerated Momentum in 2022 Sustainability Report

LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) today published its annual sustainability report titled, Unlocking Possibilities. The publication offers an in-depth review of the company's 2022 sustainability performance.

Diversity & Inclusion

Northern Trust Co-Presents and Sponsors LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion Event in Philippines

Northern Trust’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts are global and led by its leadership teams across the world. This strategy has placed conversations on DE&I and LGBTQ+ inclusion in our business and people priorities at the very top of our list.

Diversity & Inclusion

Equity in Tech: How To Increase Gender Diversity Across the Talent Pipeline

As a signatory of the United Nations Women’s Empowerment Principles and a global technology company, Lenovo is committed to advancing gender equality in the workplace, marketplace, and community.

Sustainable Development Goals

Covia’s Director of ESG Shares How Engagement Drives Results

We believe that through our Covia Values—Safety First, Be Different, Deliver on Promise, Act Responsibly—we can make a positive difference for our Team Members, the environment and our stakeholders.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

National Grid Opens Scholarship Applications for Diverse Engineering Students

Applications are now being accepted for National Grid’s “Charging Our Future” Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Engineering Scholarship Program for high school seniors and college students interested in pursuing engineering degrees and exploring rewarding careers in energy,

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE Recognize Dow for 3rd Consecutive Year Among 100 Best Companies To Work For®

Dow (NYSE: DOW) has earned a place on the Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the third consecutive year, moving up ten places from #99 last year to #89.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Nasdaq Collaborates With World Federation of Exchanges on Launch of Green Equity Principles

After environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing has moved into the mainstream over the past couple of years, the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE) is launching the WFE Green Equity Principles, a global framework for identifying and appointing shares as green.

Education

Discovery Education Celebrates DNA Education on DNA Day With Curated Free Resources

Discovery Education presents a curated collection of free standards-aligned resources empowering educators nationwide to incorporate DNA education into teaching and learning in celebration of National DNA Day.

Sustainable Development Goals

FedEx Recognized As Environmental Leader in Transportation by JUST Capital

We are honored to have our environmental leadership in the transportation industry recognized by JUST Capital for Earth Day.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

3 Ways To Start Engaging in Corporate Social Responsibility

Every day, businesses are making a difference in the world by partnering with nonprofits, schools, advocacy groups, and other charitable organizations dedicated to public good.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Rewards of Giving Back: Meet Erin Walsh-Beguin

I am a Director on the Talent Acquisition team, looking after all things Recruiting Operations (processes, tools, systems, projects, recruiting coordination, etc.). In 2021, the Employer Brand function came under my area of responsibility, as well.

Diversity & Inclusion

High School Branch Experience Gives Students Confidence in Future Successes

When Ruby Saldivar was a junior at Mountain View High School in El Monte, part of Los Angeles, and making plans for her senior year, one thing she set her eyes on was working at the Union Bank student branch at her school.

Environment

LA Galaxy Celebrates Earth Month With MLS Greener Goals Initiative

In celebration of Earth Month and MLS WORKS Annual Greener Goals Initiative, AEG’s LA Galaxy organized programming to engage and inspire the local community to take action to protect the planet.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Qualcomm's Approach to Operational Resilience

In 2022, we expanded our ISO 50001 certification to our Singapore and Wuxi manufacturing facilities. ISO 50001 is the global standard for energy management systems, which demonstrates the commitment of our leadership to efficiently use energy in our manufacturing facilities.

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