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

Momentum Builds Towards Historic Dakar 2026 YOG

International Olympic Committee

Responsible Production & Consumption

Toxic Release Inventory Reporting: A Q&A With Kara and Friends

Antea Group

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Beets, Basketball and Mid-Bore Engines

Cummins Inc

Media & Communications

More Details Roll Out - Biden-Harris Administration's - “Whole of Government” Climate Policies & Actions

The Biden-Harris Administration continues to roll out details of new, proposed or adjusted policies, rules, programs, federal government financing plans (budgeting) and various actions to address what the leaders characterize as “the climate crisis”.

Innovation & Technology

Mini Roller Coaster Taps Rockwell Technology Used in Real Rides

A student-designed roller coaster on display at Cleveland’s Great Lakes Science Center contains the same Rockwell Automation technologies used in the real thing.

Energy

Ecocentricity Blog: On Board

Last week’s news shows that fossil fuel companies are vulnerable to director challenges. Activist investors now have an example to point to, which will shift power dynamics when such future challenges are made.

Education

Cummins Inc. Global Program Keeps Education Accessible to Communities During COVID-19

In the spirit of turning challenges into opportunities, the Cummins Technical Education for Communities (TEC) program continued to deliver on its goal of transforming lives through technical education amidst the significant challenges presented during the pandemic.

Environment

The Baker Hughes Foundation Contributes $100,000 to Support Nature-Based Climate Solutions in the US

The Baker Hughes Foundation has announced a $100,000 grant to the American Forest Foundation (AFF) in support of its Family Forest Carbon Program (FFCP).

Responsible Production & Consumption

Methanex 2020 Sustainability Report

Methanex Corporation (TSX:MX) (NASDAQ:MEOH), the world’s largest producer and supplier of methanol, today released its 2020 Sustainability Report to share its progress on the material environmental, social and governance (ESG) topics of most importance to the company’s business and stakeholders.

Diversity & Inclusion

Gilead Sciences: Committed to Addressing Barriers That Prohibit Care for Asian American and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Populations

Gilead is committed to addressing barriers that prohibit comprehensive HIV testing, prevention and care for Asian American and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander populations.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Responsible Business Alliance Announces Process Chemicals Policy to Protect Workers in Manufacturing Supply Chains

Responsible Business Alliance Announces Process Chemicals Policy

Diversity & Inclusion

IPAN Members Share Their Thoughts on #TogetherWeRise

The Invesco Pan-Asian Professionals Network (IPAN) share their thoughts on what #TogetherWeRise means to them as we wrap up Asian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Role of CSR in Advancing Our Company

The way CSR is structured at our company underscores its importance as a framework that truly defines how we approach the business decisions we make as an organization. CSR is embedded in and an intrinsic part of our purpose and mission and provides value to our stakeholders.

Health & Healthcare

Johnson & Johnson Vision Expands “Sight For Kids” Program to Bring Eye Care to More Children and Unveils New “Vision for Good” Community Impact Report

“Sight For Kids” will provide no-cost eye exams and glasses to students with a goal of reaching an estimated 20,000 children across South Florida in its first year.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Albertsons Companies Sets Record $260 Million of Food and Monetary Donations in 2020

Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is proud to announce it raised a record $260 million in food and monetary donations to aid hunger relief in local communities in 2020. This total includes more than $67 million of in-store donations by Albertsons customers who generously supported

Diversity & Inclusion

Employee Spotlight: “AAPI Heritage Month Is Important To Me Because I Believe Representation Matters”

In recognition of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May, Melissa Jividan shared why her personal experience of being an Asian American at T‑Mobile is one of many reasons she loves promoting the brand on the company’s social channels

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CNH Industrial Recognized as Manufacturing Leadership Awards 2021 Winner

CNH Industrial announced that it has received a 2021 Manufacturing Leadership Award for outstanding achievement in the Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Analytics Leadership category.

Diversity & Inclusion

Deckers Brands Encourages People to Live Boldly for Pride Month

Deckers Brands kick off Pride month campaigns, encouraging people to live boldly and celebrate diversity.

Responsible Production & Consumption

On World Milk Day, Tetra Pak U.S. and Canada Celebrates the Contributions of UHT Technology to Increasing Access to Safe, Nutritious Milk

Through ultra-high temperature (UHT) technology, sensitive food and beverage products can be safely stored unopened at room temperature for up to 12 months without the need for additives or preservatives.

Diversity & Inclusion

Remembering 'Black Wall Street'

Many have recently become aware that this year’s Memorial Day weekend also marks the centennial of a historic attack on U.S. soil. African American lives, homes, and businesses were destroyed in sweeping acts of violence during a 16-hour period in Tulsa, Oklahoma, now known as the “Tulsa Race Massacre,” “Tulsa Race Riot of 1921,” or the destruction of “Black Wall Street.”

Diversity & Inclusion

Yum! Brands and the University of Louisville Announce First-of-its-Kind Education and Research Center to Unlock Opportunities in Franchising for Underrepresented People of Color and Women

The Center is part of Yum! Brands’ Unlocking Opportunity Initiative, in which the Company committed $100 million over 5 years to promote equity and inclusion, education and entrepreneurship for employees, frontline restaurant teams and communities.

Research, Reports & Publications

Progressing on Our Valuing Nature Journey

In 2011, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and Dow began a journey to demonstrate that integrating the value of nature into business decisions can lead to better business and conservation outcomes.

Innovation & Technology

Investments in Privacy and Security Innovation

Today’s cyber attacks are ever-evolving, so we must make investments to stay ahead. These investments include enhancements to the foundational security of our solutions, adding layers of security that help protect against counterfeit and unauthorized versions of hardware and software.

Energy

Save Energy and Improve Performance

“Did I remember to adjust the air conditioning before I left?” Most of us have asked ourselves this question at some point. But at more than 1,500 FedEx Office stores, it’s a thing of the past.

Energy

Duke Energy Begins Construction on 22.6-megawatt Cabarrus County, N.C., Solar Project

Expanding its rapidly growing clean-energy portfolio, Duke Energy has begun construction on the 22.6-MW Speedway Solar power plant in Cabarrus County. The project will be owned and operated by Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions, a new commercial brand that includes Duke Energy Renewables.

Environment

Business Collaboration to Protect Our Planet Has Never Been More Critical

Our unique and precious world is on the brink of profound change. Our actions today are not just impacting the wellbeing of people, communities and our planet now: they are determining whether future generations will thrive — even survive.

Environment

Carbon Neutral by 2035

Comcast has made the commitment to be carbon neutral by 2035 by sourcing renewable and clean energy, improving energy efficiency, and measuring and reporting on Scope 1 and 2 emissions annually.

Research, Reports & Publications

Half of Investors Struggle to Trust ESG Reports

Investors noted a demand for ESG data they can trust, with 64% noting that they currently find it challenging to judge whether a company is doing the right thing and when asked if they found it difficult to trust what companies are disclosing...

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  10. AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism
    AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...
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    The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...
  12. GoDaddy Sustainability News & Reports
    GoDaddy's ESG reporting shows our progress in building a more sustainable, equitable and inclusive society and outlines areas for future growth.
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    This annual event hosted by the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth will explore how we can build strong growth and economic opportunity for all...
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