ESG News from Leading Brands

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

In Images: How American Airlines Supported Operation Allies Refuge

Sep 17, 2021 3:25 PM ET

It was a meaningful assignment: Fly hundreds of American troops home from Afghanistan on the weekend of the 20th anniversary of 9/11. Since the CRAF was activated on 8/22, American Airlines has operated 25+ flights as part of the program.

Diversity & Inclusion

Looking Back and Moving Forward: Hispanic Heritage Month and the Latinx STEM Gap

Sep 17, 2021 2:15 PM ET

Because representation and inclusion are embedded in our framework, we strive to create STEM opportunities not just for our own staff, but for the kids who will define our future.

Diversity & Inclusion

Stellantis and Jeep® Brand Lead the Motor City Pride Parade

Sep 17, 2021 1:45 PM ET

Detroit will again show off the colors of the rainbow this weekend, Sept. 18-19, celebrating lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) culture at Motor City Pride

Diversity & Inclusion

El Pollo Loco Calls for Recognition During Hispanic Heritage Month

Sep 17, 2021 1:30 PM ET

This week, we dive into one brand’s efforts in the food sector by calling for more Hispanic chefs to be professionally acknowledged.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

From the Fifth Third Bancorp 2020 ESG Report: Retaining Employees

Sep 17, 2021 1:30 PM ET

As part of our ongoing commitment to inclusion and diversity, Fifth Third’s total compensation programs are grounded in a philosophy that ensures all employees are paid fairly and equitably, and in compliance with the law.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Introducing Verizon Small Business Digital Ready

Sep 17, 2021 1:05 PM ET

Moving forward, a strong economy needs digital-ready small business owners. That’s why Verizon has a goal to provide resources to help 1M small businesses thrive in the digital economy.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Company Launches Project C, Celebrates With New York Day of Service

Sep 17, 2021 12:45 PM ET

More than 1,000 National Grid employees are giving back to their local communities today to celebrate a Day of Service across the company’s 26,000-square-mile New York service area.

Energy

Ontario Pilot Program Tests Future of Advanced Hybrid Heating

Sep 17, 2021 12:30 PM ET

A new pilot project in London, ON is putting a leading-edge residential hybrid heating system through its paces. “The best thing about the pilot is the leading-edge technology that homeowners will be testing,” says Octavian Ghiricociu.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Time to Clean Up Our Act and the Planet This Month

Sep 17, 2021 12:30 PM ET

This is one of the largest community-based environmental campaigns in the world, attracting around 35 million volunteers spanning 133 countries.

Sustainable Development Goals

Force for Good Reveals $100 Trillion Financing Gap for Sustainable Development Ahead of United Nations General Assembly Debate

Sep 17, 2021 12:00 PM ET

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) face a financing gap that has soared to up to US$100 trillion in the wake of COVID-19 and other urgent global challenges, according to a new report by Force for Good in collaboration with the UN and other organizations.

Energy

Embodied Carbon: An Urgent Call for Decarbonization

Sep 17, 2021 12:00 PM ET

In August, the U.N. Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) issued its sixth assessment report with a clear message that climate change is intensifying.

Diversity & Inclusion

M·A·C Cosmetics and Lammas Park Team up to Champion Black British Talent for Channel 4's Black to Front Campaign

Sep 17, 2021 11:30 AM ET

M·A·C Cosmetics has partnered with Sir Steven McQueen’s production company Lammas Park to create a short film championing Black British Talent for Channel 4’s Black to Front campaign.

Green Infrastructure

Cummins Part of Effort to Create Carbon Neutral Neighborhood

Sep 17, 2021 11:30 AM ET

Named Neue Weststadt (which translates to New West Town), the newly opened quarter spans 100,000 square meters with over 450 apartments, office buildings and commercial space.

Education

Podcast: How to Find Support When You're Studying STEM

Sep 17, 2021 11:20 AM ET

Abbott intern Diya Iyer talks with Betsy Wille about how to find support when you're studying STEM subjects.

Sustainable Development Goals

Leveraging Technology to Mobilize Individual Action Toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Sep 17, 2021 11:00 AM ET

In honor of Global Week to #Act4SDGs (September 17-24), we’re exploring some of the ways technology enables people to take direct action, leading to a more sustainable, resilient, and equitable world.

Diversity & Inclusion

Truist Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Sep 17, 2021 11:00 AM ET

At Truist we believe sharing ideas, respecting diverse perspectives and listening to others builds a stronger organization. We further illustrate that belief in our Truist theme for Hispanic Heritage Month.

Environment

Eldorado Gold Shares About Environmental Site Restoration

Sep 17, 2021 10:20 AM ET

Recently, Hellas Gold S.A. Environmental Director, Emmy Gazea presented a keynote speech at Raw Mat 2021 - International Conference on Raw Materials and Circular Economy in Athens, Greece.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Mid-Size Companies: The Next Frontier in Sustainable Procurement

Sep 17, 2021 10:00 AM ET

This year, mid-size companies (between $100 million and $1 billion in annual revenue) made it clear that they are firmly in the sustainable procurement game.

Energy

NJEDA and PSEG Sign 78-year Lease for the New Jersey Wind Port, Establishing New Jersey As a Hub for the Clean Energy Economy

Sep 17, 2021 10:00 AM ET

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority and PSEG have signed a lease allowing for a term of up to 78-years on land that will be home to the New Jersey Wind Port in Salem County, New Jersey.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Transforming Impact Through Meaningful Capacity Building

Sep 17, 2021 10:00 AM ET

In this 2021 U.S. Pro Bono Summit virtual session, participants will hear from Nonprofit Finance Fund, Prudential Foundation, and Taproot Foundation on the key considerations and insights connected to meaningful capacity building.

Environment

Cool Effect and American Airlines Celebrate One Year of Partnership and Carbon Emissions Reductions

Sep 17, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Cool Effect, a Bay Area-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting projects around the globe that reduce carbon emissions, and American Airlines, one of the world’s largest airlines

Research, Reports & Publications

Enbridge: Community Engagement

Sep 17, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Through dialogue and community participation, we seek to build trust and understanding, and cultivate relationships that enable us to constructively address stakeholder needs.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Illumina Celebrates International Equal Pay Day

Sep 17, 2021 9:00 AM ET

For the second year, the United Nations is celebrating International Equal Pay Day on September 18.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Eldorado Gold Supports Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland

Sep 16, 2021 5:50 PM ET

Earlier this summer, Eldorado Gold was proud to support Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland for their 'Future You' summer camp. This year, Eldorado sponsored the STEAM and resources day.

Environment

Global Water Center's Mobile Discovery Center Comes to Kohler, Wis.

Sep 16, 2021 5:40 PM ET