ESG News from Leading Brands

Diversity & Inclusion

Meet America's Best Employers For Diversity 2021

Jun 10, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru Loves Pets 2020 Adoption Initiative Found Loving Homes for More Than 20,000 Shelter Pets

Jun 10, 2021 11:50 AM ET

Subaru of America, Inc. today announced that thanks to its participating Subaru retailers and animal-loving customers and supporters, the October 2020 Subaru Loves Pets initiative achieved adoptions for 22,961 animals

Environment

World Environment Day

Jun 10, 2021 11:45 AM ET

As a part of World Environment Day, the Eldorado Gold team at TUPRAG Metal Madencilik San. Tic. A.S. participated in a waste collection initiative. They removed and recycled over 560 kilograms of waste from the areas around the Kışladağ Gold Mine.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Fifth Third Celebrates Headquarters Renewal and Expansion

Jun 10, 2021 11:30 AM ET

The expansive “Project Connect” brings together the Bank’s two office towers at the first and second levels with a new 12,000 square foot entryway to Fifth Third Bank that reflects its values and transformation.

Research, Reports & Publications

Crestwood Highlights Industry Leading ESG Advancements in 2020 Sustainability Report

Jun 10, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Crestwood Equity Partners LP (NYSE: CEQP) announced today the publication of its 2020 sustainability report furthering its commitment to build an MLP industry leading sustainability program.

Education

CITGO and Discovery Education Announce 2021 Fueling Education Challenge Winners

Jun 10, 2021 10:30 AM ET

CITGO Petroleum Corporation and Discovery Education today announced the winners of the 2021 Fueling Education Challenge.

Environment

Investors, Companies, Organizations Call on U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to Mandate Corporate Climate Disclosure

Jun 10, 2021 10:30 AM ET

During this week’s anniversary of the founding of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), 180 investors with nearly $2.7 trillion in assets under management joined 155 companies and 58 nonprofit organizations

Environment

Q&A With the Environmental Business Journal

Jun 10, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Earlier this year, Antea Group USA had the pleasure of being featured in the Environmental Business Journal as part of their “Innovation in Services & New Practice Areas” edition.

Environment

Entergy is Fighting Climate Change So Our Communities Have a Bright Future

Jun 10, 2021 9:45 AM ET

Entergy's 2020 Integrated Report outlines their commitment to combat climate change and work towards achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Georgia-Pacific and Boys and Girls Club Give Students the Power to Read

Jun 10, 2021 9:45 AM ET

Georgia-Pacific is teaming up with the Boys and Girls Club of Diboll to help students succeed in the classroom.

Energy

O-I Waco Recognized for Energy Efficiency & Community Support

Jun 10, 2021 9:35 AM ET

O-I’s Waco, Texas, plant has received recognition from Enel X, one of the largest energy demand suppliers in the US, for its active commitment to energy efficiency and its ability to help provide energy to its community when demand is high.

Innovation & Technology

Life-changing Access: Why Verizon Innovative Learning Matters to Me

Jun 10, 2021 9:25 AM ET

Innovation & Technology

Robot Flying Squad Takes Off

Jun 10, 2021 9:15 AM ET

Can you imagine climbing a 70-metre wind turbine to inspect it during extreme cold? While it would be challenging for humans, drones and robots come in handy to help CLP China do the checks safely.

Health & Healthcare

"The Tech That I Work on Would Have Saved His Life."

Jun 10, 2021 9:10 AM ET

Santosh Prabhu is talking about the evolution, ongoing development, iterations and innovations of the life-saving cardiovascular devices he's responsible for leading at Abbott and, as he does, the mind wanders to thinking about the evolution, ongoing development and iterations of the man himself.

Environment

WWF Launches “Forests Forward,” a Global Program to Help Companies Deliver Lasting Science-Driven Strategies to Benefit Nature, Climate and People

Jun 9, 2021 8:50 PM ET

World Wildlife Fund launched “Forests Forward,” a new program that engages with companies and other stakeholders around the globe to deliver effective nature-based strategies for forests that help achieve their business and sustainability goals.

Environment

Small Landowners Are Untapped Heroes in the Fight Against Climate Change

Jun 9, 2021 6:15 PM ET

Forests are fundamentally linked to climate change, both as a cause and a solution. Clearing and mismanagement of forests contribute about 12 percent of global carbon emissions.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

ESG Task Force Drives Principal Financial Group® Sustainability Strategy

Jun 9, 2021 5:25 PM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

Congrats to PSEG's First Joule Leadership Program Graduates

Jun 9, 2021 5:15 PM ET

At PSEG, we know that people with talent and ability need to be recognized and cultivated wherever and whoever they are. Sometimes, this is easier said than done.

Research, Reports & Publications

Arcos Dorados Has Reduced Single-Use Plastic by 40% in Its Restaurants

Jun 9, 2021 5:05 PM ET

Arcos Dorados, Latin America’s largest restaurant chain and the world’s largest independent McDonald’s franchisee, today presented its 7th Social Impact and Sustainable Development Report for Latin America and the Caribbean 2020.

Environment

Crystal Kolden: Prepping for Wildfire Season

Jun 9, 2021 3:45 PM ET

Yes, there will be millions of collective sighs as the deadliest pandemic in a century begins to abate and a more open summer kicks off.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Kids Helping Kids: Easing the Financial Burden of Childhood Cancer

Jun 9, 2021 3:05 PM ET

Her fundraising initiatives of humble origins transformed into Team Hailey Hugs, a not-for-profit organization founded in 2016 to provide vital financial assistance to families in Maine who have a child with cancer. Since its founding, THH has provided more than $106,000 in emergency funding support to 144 families.

Green Infrastructure

Rockwell Automation Webinar Offers Practical Sustainability Tactics for Industrial Manufacturers

Jun 9, 2021 2:10 PM ET

On June 9 at 5 a.m. EST, Rockwell Automation held a free webinar to explore what manufacturing leaders in different industries are doing to improve sustainability practices.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Together, We are ON Semiconductor and Gold Stevie Award Winners

Jun 9, 2021 1:55 PM ET

Together, we are ON Semiconductor, a hashtag and slogan our communications team launched, which has turned into a global campaign.

Diversity & Inclusion

Flying with Pride: United, Chase and Visa Join Forces in Support of LGBTQ+ Equality

Jun 9, 2021 1:20 PM ET

Eligible United MileagePlus Visa Cardmembers earn five total miles for every dollar donated to charities supporting the LGBTQ+ community - up to $1,000 per eligible card

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Why I Value our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Commitments and Capabilities

Jun 9, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Building a better world through our solutions and services while creating value for our varied stakeholders is an important priority for Keysight. That’s why our CSR policies are a vital part of our business strategy.