ESG News from Leading Brands

Innovation & Technology

How to Tell Scammers to Take a Hike This Holiday Season

Dec 6, 2021 2:40 PM ET

This holiday season, give yourself the gift of peace of mind: The free Scam Shield app, which is part of the comprehensive set of protections offered to T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile customers against the pervasive problem of scams and robocalls.

Research, Reports & Publications

Acre's Sustainable Finance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Survey 2021: Launch Press Release

Dec 6, 2021 2:35 PM ET

Acre today announced the launch of its first Equity, Diversity & Inclusion survey focussed specifically on the Sustainable Finance market.

Green Infrastructure

Enhancing Cyclist Safety With Durable Green Bike Lanes

Dec 6, 2021 2:30 PM ET

Green means go for Philadelphia cyclists

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Paying It Forward by Giving Back

Dec 6, 2021 2:20 PM ET

Giving Tuesday encourages people to support nonprofits through volunteerism, donations and advocacy. This is the third year Regions Bank has celebrated Giving Tuesday with contributions to our community partners in several states.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Engineering Impact: Product Quality and Safety

Dec 6, 2021 2:15 PM ET

We engineer the extraordinary to give future generations better, healthier lives. Learn more about product quality and safety in our FY21 Integrated Performance Report.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Ceres Issues Recommendations to Federal Financial Regulators That Would Help Combat Climate Risk Facing Banks in the U.S.

Dec 6, 2021 2:15 PM ET

Ceres issued more than a dozen recommendations for actions federal financial regulatory agencies should take to address the financial risk that climate change places on our nation’s banking system.

Diversity & Inclusion

LogiTalk | Carson Tueller on Diversity & Intersectionality of Disability

Dec 6, 2021 1:10 PM ET

LogiTalk welcomes Carson Tueller, a speaker, coach, and accessibility advocate, whose experiences as a disabled person and a member of the LGBTQ community have driven his activism in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Energy

SCE Quadruples Rebate Offer for Pre-Owned EVs

Dec 6, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Southern California Edison announced that it is offering a $4,000 rebate to income-qualified customers who buy or lease pre-owned electric vehicles.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Ørsted Receives HRH the Prince of Wales' Terra Carta Seal in Recognition of the Company's Commitment to Creating a Sustainable Future

Dec 6, 2021 12:50 PM ET

Ørsted has been awarded the Terra Carta Seal. The inaugural 2021 Terra Carta Seal recognises global companies which are driving innovation and demonstrating their commitment to, and momentum towards, the creation of genuinely sustainable markets.

Education

The STEM Careers Coalition Marks Second Anniversary With Expanded Career Readiness Resources and New Industry Partners Joining National Effort to Improve Student Outcomes

Dec 6, 2021 11:30 AM ET

The STEM Careers Coalition™ – the first-of-its-kind national STEM initiative powered by corporate and non-profit leaders and anchored in schools by Discovery Education – marks its second anniversary by welcoming new members and offering educators, students, and families nationwide an expanded collection of no-cost digital resources.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Rockwell Automation Named Again to the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices and Wisconsin Green Masters Program

Dec 6, 2021 11:15 AM ET

Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) has been listed for the 11th time on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI).

Diversity & Inclusion

Angel Investor and Ureeka Co-Founder Melissa Bradley Shares Advice for Underrepresented Entrepreneurs

Dec 6, 2021 11:15 AM ET

Melissa Bradley is founder and general partner of 1863 Ventures and co-founder of Ureeka, an online platform for entrepreneurs that is providing Comcast RISE recipients – small businesses owned by people of color.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Securing the Supply Chain and Critical Infrastructure

Dec 6, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Gail Ow, senior industrial solutions manager at Keysight Technologies, explores how to secure the technology supply chain and why manufacturers, infrastructure, and consumers all have an active role in making our world safer.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Principal® Real Estate Strategies Score Highly With GRESB for the Sixth Consecutive Year

Dec 6, 2021 10:45 AM ET

Social Impact & Volunteering

Much More Than a New Website

Dec 6, 2021 10:30 AM ET

The final installment in a blog series tracking a Common Impact long-term skills-based volunteering project with America Needs You and Fidelity Investments to upgrade the nonprofit’s website. Learn about the results, including talent development.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Raising the Recycled Paper Bar for Better Branding

Dec 6, 2021 10:30 AM ET

When recycled paper first became mainstream, it was mainly confined to cardboard, paper towels and other uses that tolerate a certain degree of coarseness.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Recent SEC Staff Interpretation Bodes Well for Gender Lens Investor Advocacy

Dec 6, 2021 10:10 AM ET

The newest SEC staff interpretation relating to shareholder proposals is poised to make it easier for ESG issues to get onto the ballot at company annual meetings.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Teamwork Helps a Family Navigate Uncertainty During a Big Financial Transition

Dec 6, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Truist helps a family navigate uncertainty during a big financial transition, with business banking, Truist Wealth, Truist Life Insurance Services team, and the credit team.

Research, Reports & Publications

Del Monte Foods, Inc. Publishes 2021 Sustainability Report

Dec 6, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Del Monte Foods, Inc. today published its fiscal year 2021 Sustainability Report, highlighting progress toward its sustainability goals and reaffirming the company's mission to nourish families with earth's goodness to create a healthier tomorrow where nutritious foods are more accessible to all.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Merck Supports Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellowship Program

Dec 6, 2021 9:15 AM ET

We are proud to support the Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellowship Program, bringing fantastic members to our team!

Diversity & Inclusion

Tomorrow's Innovators: Kwame Sarpong

Dec 6, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Our own Kwame Sarpong discusses his journey to BMS – from growing up in Ghana to his studies at Howard University.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Sustainable Investing Sentiment Weathers Economic Uncertainty

Dec 6, 2021 9:00 AM ET

For sustainability investors, COVID-19 offered a catastrophic reminder of the need to prepare for large-scale threats.

Environment

EFRAG and GRI to Co-construct Biodiversity Standard

Dec 6, 2021 8:15 AM ET

The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) and GRI have joined forces on the technical work for their respective new biodiversity standards.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Duke Energy Launches More Robust Customer Assistance Program Called 'Share the Light Fund'

Dec 6, 2021 8:15 AM ET

Company to match up to $1 million in contributions to the fund in Carolinas in 2021.

Health & Healthcare

Flu, Meet COVID-19: What to Know About This Season

Dec 6, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Abbott scientists are sharing some key insights into how the next few months might unfold and why a twindemic — a severe flu season during the COVID-19 pandemic — remains unpredictable.