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Education | Discovery Education

Discovery Education Sends Teachers and Students Nationwide Back to School With a Host of Free New Resources

Global edtech leader Discovery Education and a selection of partners are sending students across the country back to school with a host of new, free dynamic digital resources that nurture student curiosity and support student achievement.

Environment

COOL BIER Conference - Sustainable Coolers of the Future

As noted in The Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) 2019 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Sector Guidance, cooling or refrigeration represents up to 20% of a beverage company's greenhouse gas emissions.

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Environment

Following Election, Ceres Calls on Lawmakers To Advance Bipartisan Solutions To Grow U.S. Economy and Confront Climate Crisis

Following the 2022 midterm elections, Ceres and its networks stand ready to build upon historic U.S. climate action and investments of the past year

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Environment

Why Environmental Justice Is Becoming Too Big an Issue to Ignore

It is important for business leaders to understand what EJ is, why it is such an urgent and newsworthy subject, and what role businesses play in ensuring the safety and equity of the communities they serve.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Enrolments for ESG Courses Surge in Hong Kong Amid Exponential Demand for Staff With Requisite Skills - Featuring Commentary by Acre's Greg Brittian

Providers of environmental, social and governance-related certifications and accreditations have seen rising enrolments for their courses amid “exponential demand” for ESG-related jobs in Hong Kong and Asia, according to headhunters.

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Events, Media & Communications

International Paper's Gregg Named to Manufacturers Association Board of Directors

The National Association of Manufacturers announced that Aimee Gregg, Vice President, Containerboard, International Paper, has been named to the NAM Board of Directors.

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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

5 Unique Ways To Give Thanks to Your Employees for CSR Participation

The end of the year is fast approaching and like most corporate social responsibility (CSR) leaders, you’re likely managing year-end giving campaigns, developing next year’s corporate philanthropy strategy, or taking a well-deserved vacation.

Innovation & Technology

COP27: Global Battery Alliance Announces New Board of Directors

The Global Battery Alliance (“GBA”) today announces the appointment of a new Board of Directors, coinciding with week two of the climate conference COP27.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Community Investing Is Economic Sustainability

Community investing is something altogether different.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Yum! Brands' Wanda Williams Discusses Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence, Yum! Franchise Accelerator

Yum! Brands’ Head of Global Franchising Wanda Williams recently appeared on the International Franchise Association's Her Success video podcast to discuss the Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence and the Yum! Franchise Accelerator program.

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Innovation & Technology

Our Approach to Climate Content

At Meta, we understand that critical challenges like climate change lead to complex discussion across our apps. Much of that discussion is the type of expression and debate that is essential to building consensus and finding solutions.

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Diversity & Inclusion

A Life of Service - As a Soldier, a Veteran and at Boston Scientific

Sean always felt a strong drive to serve his country.

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Chemours' Chief People Officer Susan Kelliher Recognized by the Philadelphia Business Journal as One of 2022's Women of Distinction

The Chemours Company (“Chemours”) (NYSE: CC), a global chemistry company with leading market positions in Titanium Technologies, Thermal & Specialized Solutions, and Advanced Performance Materials

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Sustainable Development Goals

COP27 Message: Avoid Climate Disaster With Private Sector Collaboration

With the vast majority of business transactions around the world touching some SAP system, there is no better company to help others on their data-centric sustainability journey.

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Education

Illumina Supports Next Generation Scientists at Genspace

Illumina and The Illumina Corporate Foundation have granted Genspace in-kind product donations and a cash grant totalling over $100,000 to build capacity for authentic genomics research and project-based learning for New York City youth.

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Energy

When Disaster Struck: Booster Services Active Fire Incident

Fueling emergency response vehicles is crucial during disaster. This past summer, Booster's on-site mobile fueling delivery service helped keep California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) vehicles fueled during fire response.

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Energy

Southwire 2021 Sustainability Report: Energy & GHG Emissions

Energy use and GHG emissions are a defining business issue and were identified through our materiality assessment as the most critical environmental topics for Southwire manufacturing operations, corporate offices, suppliers and customers.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Bridge the Gap: Supporting Female Leadership Development in Our Partner Community

Cisco as a company is truly committed to powering an inclusive future for all where everyone has the opportunity to participate and thrive, with Women in Leadership being a key priority within the business.

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Diversity & Inclusion

From Managers to Moms: Women Are Manufacturing's Largest Untapped Talent Pool

Karen Crisp manages two Sealed Air manufacturing facilities in North Carolina and has been working inside plants for 23 years. So, you don’t need to tell her about the particular challenges facing women in the manufacturing industry. She’s living it.

Responsible Production & Consumption

There's No Task Too Big: GP Cedar Springs Recycles, Repurposes 300,000 Pounds of Massive Conveyor Belts

When we talk about Georgia-Pacific’s commitment to being a good custodian of the environment, this story is a perfect example of that.

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Health & Healthcare

Gilead Sciences: Dr. Amelie Ramirez Seeks To End Disparities in Latino Cancer Care

For nearly 30 years, Dr. Amelie Ramirez has sought to move the needle on health disparities in the Latino community through a mix of education, research and community-based care.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru of America Launches 15th Annual Subaru Share the Love® Event With Goal To Reach $250 Million in Donations

Subaru of America, Inc. today released a national advertising campaign in support of the 2022 Subaru Share the Love® Event, highlighting the causes that embody the Subaru Love Promise®

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Environment

Environmental NGO, Delterra, Urges World Leaders To Focus on Reducing Methane Emissions From Waste

Global environmental NGO Delterra, founded by McKinsey & Company, is today calling on world leaders gathered in Egypt for COP27 to take real action tackling methane emissions from waste to keep within a 1.5°C target.

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Energy

Entergy Arkansas, U.S. Government Sign First MOU To Work Toward 24/7 Carbon-Free Electricity

The Biden-Harris Administration announced the federal government’s first MOU with a utility to work toward achieving 100% CFE, at least 50% of which would be provided on a 24/7 basis, in line with the requirements of Executive Order 14057.

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Research, Reports & Publications

New Benevity Report Reveals the Power Corporate Purpose Programs Play in Employee Retention

New Talent Retention Report reveals the power corporate purpose programs play in employee retention: As businesses struggle to retain top talent, new data from Benevity uncovers the need to integrate purpose into company culture.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Feed love. Fight hunger. Help Feed the Children break the cycles of poverty and food insecurity.

At Feed the Children, we dream big so kids can dream even bigger. Since 1979, we have dared to envision a world where no child goes to bed hungry.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Goals That Inspire: Positive Social Impact
    Through our Goals That Inspire we strive to make a positive difference in our communities by relying on our ability to understand their needs and then...

  2. Investing in our Communities
    We invest in sustainable community outcomes that improve lives.

  3. Employee Giving & Volunteerism
    We support employees in their desire to give back – connecting them to organizations where they can make a difference.Motorolans are good citizens by...

  4. Collaboration and Partnership
    Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...

  5. Community
    Albertsons Companies stores are much more than a place to buy groceries. We're part of your neighborhood, and we believe in making each of our...

  6. KeyBank's Community Investment
    In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...

  7. Advancing inclusion, diversity, and equity
    We believe in zero barriers to opportunity, so we use all the assets we have to advance equity in our communities and within our business. We drive...

  8. Truist Foundation
    About Truist FoundationThe Truist Foundation is committed to Truist Financial Corporation’s (NYSE: TFC) purpose to inspire and build better lives and...

  9. State Policy
    It is imperative that states maintain and expand policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting clean energy solutions. Strong...

  10. ESG Talk: Season Three
    The ESG Talk podcast features candid conversations with business leaders from around the world. In season three, co-hosts Mandi McReynolds, Steve...

  11. ISSP Leadership
    The Governing Board holds responsibility for strategic oversight and fiscal responsibility of ISSP, through three Standing Committees: Strategic...

  12. FedEx Cares | Overall
    FedEx Cares is our global community engagement program and one way we connect people and possibilities.We support nonprofit organizations working to...

  13. People
    Empowering Team Members, focusing on safety, and strengthening our communities.

  14. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...

  15. Energy Transition
    Energy Transition Content