ESG News from Leading Brands

Innovation & Technology

Alibaba Launches Carbon Ledger To Drive Eco-Friendly Consumer Behavior

Aug 24, 2022 9:45 AM ET

Alibaba Group rolled out a carbon ledger on Monday that promotes greener lifestyles by rewarding consumers for adopting eco-friendly behavior.

Innovation & Technology

ekō Solutions Acquires CSI Equipment Sales, LLC

Aug 24, 2022 9:30 AM ET

ekō Solutions’ acquisition of CSI Equipment Sales ensures a controlled manufacturing supply chain to meet industrialized customer demand.

Health & Healthcare

How an Employee’s Diabetes Journey Led to a Role in New Netflix Movie

Aug 24, 2022 9:00 AM ET

With the release of the film, Medtronic is donating to Insulin for Life USA, an organization working to make insulin and diabetes technologies accessible within underserved communities.

Innovation & Technology

Using an Innovative Tool for FAA Community Engagement

Aug 24, 2022 9:00 AM ET

The Tetra Tech Federal IT Group’s BridgeNet applied an innovative tool prized for immediate visual communication and visual concept of operations to assist the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in educating and interacting with community members.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Grants Management Software Explained: What Social Impact Pros Need To Know

Aug 24, 2022 5:30 AM ET

Learn about grants management software, what it is and how it can help your social impact programs. Understand when it's time to invest, how to get buy-in and what to look for when researching the software.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Acer Shares Earthion Sustainability Mission Milestones on Acer Green Day

Aug 23, 2022 10:00 PM ET

As environmental issues are becoming increasingly pressing, Acer is urging more partners and suppliers to join forces in reducing harmful impacts to the environment and save valuable resources by transitioning toward a circular economy.

Health & Healthcare

Monkeypox Questions, Answered by an Expert

Aug 23, 2022 5:25 PM ET

As the monkeypox virus has spread around the globe beyond the western and central African countries it typically has been found, people are wondering: How does it spread? What exactly is it? What are the symptoms? Do we have a vaccine?

Innovation & Technology

Raven Is Accelerating Development on the Path to Agricultural Autonomy

Aug 23, 2022 5:00 PM ET

Farmers are looking to do more with less available resources. With the pressure to produce more to sustain a growing world population, farming today is driven by efficiency.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Companies Need To Invest in Water and Toilets To Drive Health, Wealth and Business

Aug 23, 2022 4:20 PM ET

First-of-its-kind research released today by WaterAid shows when companies invest in water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) for their employees, their business thrives.

Sustainable Development Goals

Three Ways to Embrace Fleet Sustainability Today

Aug 23, 2022 3:50 PM ET

In a recent article, the head of sustainability and electrification at Booster™ offers three ways to boost fleet sustainability: data, diverse energy and mobile fueling.

Events, Media & Communications

“Whole of Government” Climate Approach Moving Forward With U.S. Senate Climate Bill Passage

Aug 23, 2022 2:30 PM ET

A comprehensive legislative proposal designed to address climate change challenges and threats to the U.S. posed by global warming was passed by the U.S. Senate on August 7.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

DraftKings 2021 Sustainability Report: DraftKings S.E.R.V.E.S

Aug 23, 2022 2:00 PM ET

At DraftKings, we’re committed to creating inclusive and responsible pathways for people to build, create, imagine, and innovate.

Energy

Black & Veatch, Canary Media Report: 2022 Global Decarbonization Push Complex, Although the Promise of Clean Energy Remains

Aug 23, 2022 2:00 PM ET

As global decarbonization accelerates through widening adoption of renewable energy and other green technologies, a new survey-driven report by Black & Veatch and Canary Media highlights the pace and progress of clean energy.

Health & Healthcare

Direct Relief Works With Ukrainian Ministry of Health and Global Drug Makers to Deliver 890 Tons of Medical Aid to Ukraine

Aug 23, 2022 1:55 PM ET

Since Russia’s war on Ukraine began six months ago this week, Direct Relief has secured and delivered more than 890 tons of medicine and medical supplies to Ukraine.

Events, Media & Communications

Chasing Tokyo Documentary on Olympics.com Follows Team GB's Epic Tokyo 2020 Sailing Journey

Aug 23, 2022 1:35 PM ET

A year on from the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020, the new documentary Chasing Tokyo follows Hannah Mills, and the British sailing team as they prepare to take on their biggest competitive challenge at the Olympic Games.

Environment

Birds, Bees, People and Trees Help Brazilian NGO's Firefighting Efforts

Aug 23, 2022 1:30 PM ET

A dedicated team at SAP Brazil developed a geo-referencing, image recording and real-time data platform that’s helping Brigada Carcará fight forest fires, rescue bees and plant trees in a broad reforestation program.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Announcing the Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge 2022 Winners

Aug 23, 2022 1:20 PM ET

Cisco’s purpose is to Power an Inclusive Future for All, and pursuing our Purpose means we continually look to evolve and expand the positive impact we have on people and the planet.

Research, Reports & Publications

Expedia Group 2021 Inclusion & Diversity Key Priority - Making Expedia Group More Accessible to Talent Worldwide

Aug 23, 2022 1:00 PM ET

Expedia Group’s journey to elevate underrepresented voices includes ensuring our employees have an accessible and equitable workplace. Our discovery process began with our SelfID+ voluntary survey.

Sustainable Development Goals

Top 5 Benefits of Green Building

Aug 23, 2022 12:15 PM ET

A ‘green’ building is a building that reduces or eliminates negative impacts that buildings may have on the environment and may also create positive impacts. Going green is not only the “in-thing”, it is the responsible thing.

Diversity & Inclusion

Recognizing Leaders in Empowerment and Diversity

Aug 23, 2022 12:15 PM ET

Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas Honors Outstanding Leaders of All Ages During Annual Event.

Research, Reports & Publications

ESG Tech Sector M&A Momentum on the Rise As Regulators and Investors Demand Robust Reporting, Reveals Hampleton Partners

Aug 23, 2022 12:15 PM ET

The Environmental, Social & Governance Technology M&A Market Report from Hampleton Partners reveals that the first half of 2022 saw 93 deals globally target an ESG firm, a 173 per cent increase on 1H2019 numbers.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Applied Materials Class of 2022 Interns Make Possible®

Aug 23, 2022 12:15 PM ET

Each year, we welcome a new class of interns from top universities, bringing an influx of fresh talent and energy to Applied Materials. This year is no exception, and the class of 2022 is as impressive as ever.

Education

Sparking Global Interest in STEM Careers

Aug 23, 2022 12:00 PM ET

DuPont scientists and engineers around the world volunteered time, talent and treasure to support local students from middle school through college in a variety of programs.

Energy

Major North Carolina Employers: State Regulators Must Adopt Stronger Plan for Power Sector

Aug 23, 2022 11:45 AM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

VMware Accelerates ESG Progress Towards a More Sustainable, Equitable and Secure Digital World

Aug 23, 2022 11:00 AM ET

VMware recently released its 2022 Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) Report, affirming VMware’s unique approach toward creating a more sustainable, equitable and secure digital world.