ESG News from Leading Brands

Innovation & Technology

Baker Hughes Acquires Mosaic Materials to Advance Next-Generation Carbon Dioxide Capture Technology

Apr 21, 2022 3:40 PM ET

Baker Hughes, an energy technology company, has acquired Mosaic Materials Inc. to further develop and scale its next-generation capture technology for carbon dioxide (CO2) reduction from stationary sources and CO2 removal (CDR) from the atmosphere.

Research, Reports & Publications

Cummins Releases First Human Capital Management Report

Apr 21, 2022 3:30 PM ET

Cummins has released its first Human Capital Management Report exploring the company’s approach to creating a dynamic work environment to attract, develop and retain the skilled workforce needed to succeed in today’s complex and competitive world.

Health & Healthcare

Alkermes Reflects During National Minority Mental Health Month

Apr 21, 2022 3:20 PM ET

April marks National Minority Health Month, a time for us to reflect on the work still needed to address and break down existing barriers that keep minority communities from seeking mental health care.

Diversity & Inclusion

Illinois Electric Cooperative Selects Ericsson, XtremeLTE To Connect Underserved Rural Communities

Apr 21, 2022 2:45 PM ET

The initiative is part of the FCC’s Connect America Fund Phase II program to expand access to broadband services in rural America

Energy

From Waste to Warmth: 'The Best of Both Worlds'

Apr 21, 2022 2:30 PM ET

Waste Connections announced it will build a $50-million renewable natural gas facility at its Ridge Landfill in Ontario. The RNG will then flow through new and existing Enbridge Gas infrastructure to transport the gas to market.

Events, Media & Communications

EarthX E-Capital Summit 2022

Apr 21, 2022 2:15 PM ET

EarthX invites you to apply to participate in our 2022 E-Capital Summit—an industry-leading sustainability investment summit taking place in Dallas, Texas in April!

Sustainable Development Goals

Harnessing Design Talent to Design for Good

Apr 21, 2022 2:00 PM ET

Logitech is honored to share our participation in Design for Good, an alliance of industry-leading companies & institutions who aim to harness design as a way of enacting measurable positive change in support of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Responsible Production & Consumption

all® free clear Launches Sustainable Laundry Detergent Innovation

Apr 21, 2022 1:30 PM ET

In a landscape where sustainability has become increasingly significant, the all® free clear brand is continuing to expand its range of sustainability-driven innovation.

Environment

Empowering Innovators for Maximum Climate Impact

Apr 21, 2022 1:25 PM ET

Each year we dedicate the month of April to catalyzing action and ideas as part of Earth Month. The need for action has never been greater.

Innovation & Technology

The Home Depot Introduces Improved Search for All

Apr 21, 2022 1:15 PM ET

For customers shopping at The Home Depot, our search bar has always been a reliable starting point.

Environment

BIER Member Spotlight: Virginia Covo Naranjo

Apr 21, 2022 1:10 PM ET

Welcome to our series aimed at spotlighting the individual leaders within BIER member companies and stakeholder organizations.

Energy

Eaton Announces the Construction of a State-of-the-art Campus for UPS and Energy Storage Manufacturing in Vantaa, Finland

Apr 21, 2022 12:30 PM ET

The intelligent power management company Eaton, a market leader in solutions for large data centers, announced that it is building a new campus for its critical power systems in Vantaa, Finland, integrating all current activities

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Quest Diagnostics Announces Organizational Changes to Accelerate Growth and Drive Operational Excellence

Apr 21, 2022 12:15 PM ET

Quest Diagnostics today announced it has made several organizational changes and leadership appointments of seasoned executives to better support the company's two-point business strategy to accelerate growth and drive operational excellence

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Speaking of Sustainability: The Importance of Giving Back

Apr 21, 2022 12:10 PM ET

In recognition of National Volunteer Month, Sanjay Rao, human resources director of India and Singapore, talks about his favorite aspects of working in the community and the importance of giving back.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

LG Electronics Earns Energy Star Emerging Technology Award

Apr 21, 2022 12:10 PM ET

As Earth Day approaches, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has honored 43 refrigerator-freezer models from LG Electronics with the ENERGY STAR® Emerging Technology Award, more than any other brand.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Hiring an Executive Director for the International Cocoa Initiative

Apr 21, 2022 12:05 PM ET

Did you know that almost half of the children living in cocoa-growing areas in Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana are estimated to be involved in child labour?

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Is Sustainability the New IT Imperative?

Apr 21, 2022 12:00 PM ET

For Earth Day, VMware’s Nicola Peill-Moelter discussed the growing need for green technology in the modern office with Google and Softchoice as part of Softchoice’s Catalyst podcast.

Diversity & Inclusion

Applied Materials Chief HR Officer Receives YWCA Tribute to Women Award

Apr 21, 2022 12:00 PM ET

Congrats to our Chief HR Officer Susan Winchester for receiving a YWCA Tribute To Women award! Applied Materials is proud to support YWCA Golden Gate Silicon Valley's mission to empower women and recognize outstanding women leaders.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Heroes Work Here: Palisades Troubleshooter's Quick Action Saves a Life

Apr 21, 2022 12:00 PM ET

When Palisades Division Troubleshooter Don Brett responded to the scene of a utility pole that had been hit by an automobile on the morning of Feb. 4, he immediately saw that he had to act quickly. Live conductors and a transformer bank had fallen onto the car that had hit the pole, and the disoriented driver was attempting to exit the vehicle.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

EcoVadis and Givewith Accelerating the Growth of the Sustainable Procurement Pledge As Its First Official Supporters

Apr 21, 2022 11:30 AM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

DraftKings Publishes 2021 ESG Report

Apr 21, 2022 11:15 AM ET

DraftKings Inc. announced the release of its 2021 Sustainability Report, providing insights into DraftKings’ commitment to environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) initiatives.

Research, Reports & Publications

Delivering for Good: Mobile Supplies and a Helping Hand

Apr 21, 2022 10:45 AM ET

Each disaster is unique, which is why The Salvation Army caters their response to the circumstances and specific needs of the people most affected.

Education

New Online Course Supports Future Teachers' Skills With Mobile Device Usage in the Classroom

Apr 21, 2022 10:45 AM ET

Together, Qualcomm Wireless Reach, Project Tomorrow, and the University of Kentucky are working to address the need for teacher candidates with proficiency with mobile devices in the classroom.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whirlpool Refrigerators Donated to Benton Harbor High School as Part of New Pilot Program

Apr 21, 2022 10:25 AM ET

Today marks the first time the program is working directly with a school-- which Benton Harbor school administrators and Whirlpool employees said has been a longtime goal for both of them.

Diversity & Inclusion

How Lawyer Turned Artist Laolu Thrives As a Global Creative in NYC

Apr 21, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Ecommerce has changed the game for struggling artists around the world, especially for those working in the creative (and cutthroat) capital of New York City.