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.

Innovation & Technology

AI in 2025: Five Defining Themes

From building AI agents to interacting with technology in ways that feel more like a natural conversation, AI technologies are poised to transform how we work.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Sofidel Partners with CHUM and Goodwill to Support Local Communities

Sofidel USA is proud to announce a successful partnership with two local organizations, CHUM (Churches United in Ministry) and Goodwill, to support those in need in the Duluth community.

Education

Mary Kay Inspires Future Innovators: Young Women in STEM ‘Blend’ Beauty and Science

Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in science, innovation, and furthering young women’s education marked the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11 with an exploratory event aimed to inspire the next generation of female STEM leaders.

Education

With PNC Foundation Grant, TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health Will Provide More Personalized Support To Help Parents Build Children’s Healthy Brains

The PNC Foundation and University of Chicago’s TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health announced a new phase of their long-standing partnership.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

New Holland Enters Partnership To Renovate the Gralha Azul Experimental Farm in Brazil

New Holland, a CNH brand, and the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná (PUCPR) in Brazil, have entered a partnership to modernize and renovate the Gralha Azul Experimental Farm (FEGA), a unit that provides teaching and research support for undergraduate and graduate courses

Research, Reports & Publications

Despite Political Divides, the Majority of Americans Expect Companies To Prioritize Sustainability

While national headlines often highlight political division, new research from 3BL and research technology firm Glow reveals a striking area of agreement: sustainability.

Diversity & Inclusion

Comcast’s Black Experience on Xfinity Premieres Award-Winning Documentary ‘Color’

Comcast NBCUniversal today announced the exclusive premiere of the award-winning documentary, Color, on Black Experience on Xfinity and the Xumo Play free streaming app.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Ashanti Hamilton Joins Veolia North America As Workforce Development Manager for Milwaukee

Veolia North America and The Water Council are pleased to announce the addition of Ashanti Hamilton to support the Water & Wastewater Workforce Center initiative in Milwaukee.

Energy

Leading the Charge: Lenovo’s Commitment to Cutting-Edge Product Energy Efficiency and Global Compliance

Product energy efficiency remains a core focus for Lenovo.

Health & Healthcare

Medtronic: Is the First Person To Live to 150 Already Among Us?

Scientists are now speculating that the first person to live to 150 years may already be among us. But where might this future supercentenarian call home?

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Albertsons Offers Subscription Discount to SNAP Users

Albertsons Cos. is making it easier for SNAP customers to not only access fresh foods, but to save money when buying items. This week, the grocer announced that SNAP users can get a 50% discount on its FreshPass annual subscription program.

Diversity & Inclusion

Breaking Barriers, Building Legacies: Women in Science and Industry at DP World

Every February 11, the world marks the UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science, a celebration that recognizes the critical role women play in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Prime Time Upgrade: Colorado Coaching Roster Expands

If there’s one thing fans and media have learned by now, it’s to always expect the unexpected with University of Colorado Head Football Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders. Known for keeping things interesting, like being the only athlete to play in both the Super Bowl.

Innovation & Technology

Trane Unveils New Trane Connect Platform To Enhance Management of Building Performance

Trane® – by Trane Technologies announces the new Trane® Connect™ for customers across North America, giving building owners and managers a modern, cloud-based all-in-one smart commercial building portal to access insights and controls.

Events, Media & Communications

Keith Knoke Appointed Chair of the Board of Directors for Inogen Alliance

Antea Group USA is proud to announce that Keith Knoke, Executive Vice President, has been appointed Chair of the Board of Directors for Inogen Alliance.

Diversity & Inclusion

Assisting Customers with Their Unique Needs: Meet Mesha McMiller

I started out as an employee at Main Street Hub in June of 2018, and became a part of the GoDaddy team just a month later, following the company's acquisition. Throughout my career with GoDaddy, I have focused on websites and their connection to marketing.

Innovation & Technology

Thermo King Launches TracKing Smart Trailer Telematics

Thermo King by Trane Technologies announced today the expansion of its telematics offering with the launch of TracKing® Smart Trailer telematics, delivering comprehensive visibility into trailer health and cargo operations.

Education

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation and Doodles and Digits Bring “How It’s Math” to Public Television and to the Marysville Campus

Math is everywhere, and when Doodles and Digits is involved, math is fun, too. This year, Doodles and Digits and The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation announced a partnership to underwrite the television debut of “How It’s Math” on Public Television.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Mastercard: The Game Is Afoot! How Gamification Is Helping Improve Financial Health in Latin America

Creating and sticking with good habits isn’t easy. It takes time and repetition and requires the kind of discipline that, for many of us, is hard to access.

Innovation & Technology

Baker Tilly Case Study: Leveraging AI To Uncover Emerging Risks and Mitigation Strategies for Our Clients

Our client, a consumer health company, sought help in comparing its existing risk register to that of its competitors to identify gaps and any potential strategic and emerging risks which should be considered for inclusion in its annual risk register update.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Complimentary Webinar: Top Food Safety Non-Conformances in 2024 – Learnings & How To Prevent Re-Occurrence

Want to stay ahead of food safety compliance challenges? Join the webinar on Feb 20, 2025 to learn the most common non-conformances of 2024 and how to prevent them. Get real-world examples, actionable strategies, and expert insights across GFSI schemes.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Re(Introducing) the Cisco Foundation Regenerative Future Fund: Redefining Impact in Climate Investing

In 2021, the Cisco Foundation made a bold commitment to address the climate crisis, pledging $100 million over 10 years to fund innovative climate solutions.

Environment

Duke Energy Florida, Coastal Conservation Association Florida Sign Collaborative Agreement To Preserve Florida’s Natural Resources

Duke Energy Florida and Coastal Conservation Association Florida (CCA Florida) announced the organizations signed a joint agreement to continue efforts to protect the state’s environmental resources.

Energy

3.7 MW Solar Research Facility in CA Is Contributing Valuable Data to the Advancement of Renewable Energy and Environmental Conservation

The Santa Margarita Ecological Reserve (SMER) Research 1 Solar project, located on 16 acres approximately 4 miles southwest of Temecula, CA, provides clean, renewable energy to the City of Temecula and Lake Elsinore.

Events, Media & Communications

GoDaddy, Walton Goggins, and Super Bowl Serendipity

For GoDaddy’s 2025 Super Bowl commercial – the company’s first in eight years – Walton Goggins embarked on his hardest role ever: small business owner.

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