ESG News from Leading Brands

Education

Introducing Cisco's Educator Resource Center

Oct 9, 2020 3:35 PM ET

Autumn is considered back-to-school time in the United States and other parts of the world. But this year, the return to the classroom looks dramatically different than ever before.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

In Celebration of the First Arhaus Studio Opening, Arhaus Is Partnering With American Forests To Plant 10,000 Trees

Oct 9, 2020 3:00 PM ET

As a brand founded on sustainable beliefs, and as part of its ongoing Green Initiative, Arhaus is honored to continue supporting American Forests and its mission.

Environment

Morgan Stanley Announces Commitment to Reach Net-Zero Financed Emissions by 2050

Oct 9, 2020 1:30 PM ET

Morgan Stanley announced a new commitment to reach net-zero financed emissions by 2050. The Firm joins many of its clients in this strategic goal and is committed to providing financing, expertise and thought leadership to support the transition to a low-carbon world.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Medtronic Donates Nearly $1 Million in Personal Protective Equipment to International Medical Corps for COVID-19 Response Efforts

Oct 9, 2020 1:00 PM ET

Medtronic Donates Nearly $1 Million in Personal Protective Equipment to International Medical Corps for COVID-19 Response Effort

Diversity & Inclusion

General Mills Celebrates International Day of the Girl

Oct 9, 2020 1:00 PM ET

Through our CARE partnership in cocoa-growing communities in Ghana & Cote d’Ivoire, we are empowering farmers to improve the well-being of their families & communities, including helping their daughters pursue an education & fulfill their dreams.

Diversity & Inclusion

Inequity in the Nonprofit Funding Gap: How Strategic Pro Bono Can Help Counter Systemic Inequity

Oct 9, 2020 12:25 PM ET

There is a funding gap in the nonprofit world—a gap that is deepened by systemic inequity, particularly for nonprofit leaders of color. Pro bono is one tool we can use to help build a more equitable nonprofit world

Green Infrastructure

Qualcomm Technologies Advances Smart City Solutions

Oct 9, 2020 12:00 PM ET

The makings of tomorrow’s smart cities are already visible today, and Qualcomm Technologies is helping to pave the way by creating the technology that connects these solutions to the internet of things (IoT).

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Sodexo Healthcare Donates $103,000 Worth of Ready-to-eat Meals to the Community Foodbank of New Jersey With the Help of Move for Hunger and Total Quality Logistics

Oct 9, 2020 11:00 AM ET

Sodexo has been mobilizing its resources and providing support to its clients and staff to help them stay safe and healthy amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Education

Eric's Journey to IBM

Oct 9, 2020 11:00 AM ET

Mentorship made a difference in my career, and I hope to share my experiences to make a difference in someone else’s.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Fifth Third Collaborates with NeighborWorks America to Prevent Foreclosures and Evictions

Oct 9, 2020 11:00 AM ET

The Fifth Third Foundation is collaborating with NeighborWorks America to support efforts addressing the impacts of COVID-19 in local communities across 18 NeighborWorks America network organizations throughout Fifth Third’s 10-state footprint.

Diversity & Inclusion

FCA 'Women of Color' Earn Recognition at Annual STEM Event

Oct 9, 2020 10:50 AM ET

FCA technical business leaders received honors for their career achievements at the annual Women of Color in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Conference held virtually, October 8-10.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Trane Technologies Wins Manufacturing Leadership Awards

Oct 9, 2020 10:30 AM ET

Trane Technologies won two Manufacturing Leadership Awards from the Manufacturing Leadership Council, a division of the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM).

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Uncertainty and Financial Stress Driving Closer Scrutiny of Employee Benefits

Oct 9, 2020 10:25 AM ET

At a time of economic upheaval and uncertainty, most businesses in the US are trying to maintain their current benefits offerings to employees, a new report from Aflac finds.

Education

Resources Connecting Current Events and DNA Through Scientific Innovation

Oct 9, 2020 10:05 AM ET

Within all living things exists a code building and outlining life. Deoxyribonucleic acid, more commonly referred to as DNA, builds our reality and has the power to solve some of the world’s most challenging problems.

Research, Reports & Publications

Caregivers in Crisis: Rosalynn Carter Institute Report Sounds the Alarm on Caregiving in the Time of COVID

Oct 9, 2020 10:00 AM ET

Just days before World Mental Health Day on October 10, the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving (RCI) today released “Caregivers in Crisis,” a report on the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health and well-being of caregivers...

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Rural Community Assistance Corporation Receives $300,000 Grant to Support Rural West Communities

Oct 9, 2020 9:15 AM ET

Rural Community Assistance Corporation today announced a $300,000 Wells Fargo Foundation grant, which will enable the Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) to support communities most impacted by COVID-19.

Diversity & Inclusion

Booz Allen Celebrates Two Decades as a Working Mother Best Company

Oct 9, 2020 9:00 AM ET

Based on more than 400 questions on everything from leave policies to fertility benefits, adoption, child- and dependent-care benefits, flexible scheduling, mentoring, sponsorship and opportunities for advancement, Working Mother names 100 companies each year whose family-friendly policies and culture are best for working moms.

Green Infrastructure

Istanbul On the Move with Clean Transportation Technology from Cummins

Oct 9, 2020 9:00 AM ET

Istanbul, one of the world’s great cities with 15 million people and home to over 5,000 buses powered by Cummins working for the iETT transport network.

Environment

UPS Commitment to a Sustainable Future Continues With New Barcelona Hub

Oct 9, 2020 8:50 AM ET

With economies, families and communities being impacted by the pandemic and ongoing challenges such as climate change, we are committed to being a force for positive change and to supporting businesses and local communities.

Energy

Ofgem Awards New Renewable Energy Site Audit Programme

Oct 9, 2020 3:00 AM ET

Black & Veatch has secured UK energy regulator Ofgem’s Renewable Obligation Statistical Audit Programme. The award follows a process of competitive tender.

Innovation & Technology

Microsoft's President US, Kate Johnson - Keynote PowerChat with Ideagen's CEO George Sifakis

Oct 8, 2020 6:35 PM ET

Watch Ideagen TV's Most Powerful Interview of 2020, the Annual Ideagen Empowering Women & Girls Keynote PowerChat with Microsoft's President US, Kate Johnson. Watch the interview here https://bit.ly/3lplwwe

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

IWBI Membership Program Welcomes New Organizations

Oct 8, 2020 5:40 PM ET

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) is pleased to announce new organizations that have joined the IWBI membership program. The continued growth of the program signifies an increasing global emphasis on improving health and well-being...

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

NASCAR Driver Erik Jones, CRAFTSMAN® and Ace Hardware Team Up to Support Children's Miracle Network Hospitals®

Oct 8, 2020 5:35 PM ET

Celebrating the 14th annual Racing for a Miracle program, the companies will donate $100,000 to support the vital work of CMN Hospitals while also providing 4 CMN Hospitals children an unforgettable experience at the Charlotte NASCAR Cup Race.

Innovation & Technology

IVECO Wins Tender for Largest Order of Natural Gas Trucks in South America

Oct 8, 2020 5:00 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

GreenStep 2020 Winner: Mohawk

Oct 8, 2020 4:55 PM ET

FCW is pleased to announce Mohawk Flooring North America as the winner of the Promotion category in the 2020 GreenStep Awards.