ESG News from Leading Brands

Environment

UPS Announces New Environmental Commitment Supporting Underserved Communities Globally

Sep 24, 2020 6:15 PM ET

The growing urgency of supporting environmental and social justice efforts around the world has fueled a new commitment by UPS to plant more than 50 million trees by 2030, in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals period (2015-2030).

Environment

Amid Pandemic and Worsening Climate and Water Crisis, the Sustainability Movement Grew Stronger

Sep 24, 2020 5:45 PM ET

More than 60 investors and companies join Ceres powerful networks and major initiatives to tackle the greatest sustainability threats

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Covalent AirCarbon Fashion Products Earn Carbon Negative Footprint

Sep 24, 2020 5:30 PM ET

Newlight Technologies, Inc., a biotechnology company based in Southern California dedicated to making materials that improve the environment, is pleased to announce the launch of its new Covalent AirCarbon™ line of personal fashion and electronics accessories made with carbon-negative materials.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Restore AirCarbon Foodware Products Achieve Carbon Negative Verification

Sep 24, 2020 5:30 PM ET

Newlight Technologies, Inc., a biotechnology company dedicated to making materials that improve the environment, has gained independent verification that its Restore AirCarbon™ foodware products, evaluated from cradle-to-gate plus disposal, have a negative carbon footprint.

Events, Media & Communications

Keep America Beautiful TrashDash: One Day, One Movement

Sep 24, 2020 5:25 PM ET

Together, we collectively removed trash and recyclables from neighborhoods, parks, beaches, and more preventing litter from entering our waterways.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

CNH Industrial and Legambiente Reunite for the Giretto d'Italia

Sep 24, 2020 5:00 PM ET

For the sixth consecutive year, CNH Industrial has returned to the saddle as the Main Sponsor of the initiative promoted by Legambiente (an Italian non-profit environmentalist association), sponsored by the Italian Ministry of the Environment and organized in conjunction with VeloLove (a pro-cycling movement) and Euromobility (a non-profit organization to promote mobility in business).

Green Infrastructure

Infrastructure Opportunity: HVDC on Interstate Roadsides

Sep 24, 2020 5:00 PM ET

Research published today documents the vast efficiency, economic, societal and environmental benefits of installing modern HVDC transmission lines & localized micro-grids on interstate roadsides.

Diversity & Inclusion

NortonLifeLock Re-launches HOLA (Hispanic/Latino Outreach, Leadership & Advancement)

Sep 24, 2020 4:45 PM ET

NortonLifeLock recently re-launched several employee diversity communities, including HOLA (Hispanic Outreach, Leadership & Advancement). HOLA Champion Marie Miller-Rodriquez discusses her goals and why it re-launched during Hispanic Heritage Month.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PayPal Announces Recipients of $5 Million Community Partner Grants to Support and Sustain Black Businesses and Communities

Sep 24, 2020 4:35 PM ET

PayPal Holdings, Inc. today named 20 nonprofit community partners that will receive grants and contributions totaling $5 million to support Black-owned businesses across the U.S. in their recovery from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Brighter Bites Delivers Healthy Options to Food-insecure Families

Sep 24, 2020 4:25 PM ET

During the COVID-19 pandemic, when personal resources are limited, families need fresh, nutrient-rich food to keep them healthy. Since their partner schools are closed, Brighter Bites has quickly shifted gears to deliver produce through a variety of programs and networks, including local food banks, produce distributors, and partnerships with regional grocery chains.

Education

The Road to a Vaccine, Season 2, Ep. 7: Is It Really Safe for Schools to Be Open Right Now?

Sep 24, 2020 2:20 PM ET

As schools reopen—and sometimes close again—what have we learned about the risks of in-person learning? Lisa Ling speaks to school nurse Robin Cogan and pediatrician Dr. Sam Maldonado to find answers and debunk myths around kids and COVID-19.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Recovery Month at Alkermes

Sep 24, 2020 2:00 PM ET

During Recovery Month and always, we honor the progress made by people in all stages of substance use disorder recovery. Katie shares her substance use recovery story and how she spreads hope to others.

Diversity & Inclusion

Merck Joins Groundbreaking Gender and Diversity KPI Alliance

Sep 24, 2020 1:55 PM ET

Merck has joined the groundbreaking Gender and Diversity KPI Alliance (GDKA) to support the adoption and use of a set of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure gender and diversity in their companies and organizations.

Diversity & Inclusion

NRG's Mauricio Gutierrez Kicks Off Hispanic Heritage Month With We Are All Human Foundation's Hispanic Star Virtual Event

Sep 24, 2020 1:30 PM ET

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with NRG, as Mauricio Gutierrez kicks off our celebration by joining the We Are All Human Foundation's Hispanic Star Virtual Event.

Events, Media & Communications

September 24 - An Evening in for Dining Out for Life® Hosted by Subaru

Sep 24, 2020 1:15 PM ET

Social Impact & Volunteering

Sodexo Healthcare Donates $650,000 Ready-to-Eat Meals to Sinai Health System and the Greater Chicago Food Depository With The Help of Move For Hunger and Nelson Westerberg

Sep 24, 2020 1:00 PM ET

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

Sustainable Development Goals

Global Business Community Unites for Annual SDG Business Forum to Align Corporate Operations With SDGs and COVID-19 Recovery

Sep 24, 2020 12:40 PM ET

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the UN Global Compact and the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs convened more than 12,000 sustainability leaders yesterday for the 5th annual SDG Business Forum.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Latinx Factor: The Force Reshaping American Business and The Economy

Sep 24, 2020 12:35 PM ET

CEO’s of three of America’s largest corporations in travel, hospitality and finance discuss business trends, digitization, and how their respective industries are likely to evolve in the coming years.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

HP Inc. & the African Union Commission Sign a MOU to Collaborate for the Development of Entrepreneurial Skills in Africa

Sep 24, 2020 12:30 PM ET

HP Inc. and the African Union Commission have established a partnership that will drive online platforms to support and enhance education in Africa.

Energy

The Sun's the Limit

Sep 24, 2020 12:30 PM ET

Despite the unprecedented challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, VF’s drive for the betterment of people and the planet continues to press forward, and in some cases with more focus and dedication than ever.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Acción Venture Lab in Brazil Supports Start-Ups With Help From FedEx

Sep 24, 2020 12:00 PM ET

In Brazil, FedEx is helping support financial technology start-ups through the Acción Venture Lab. This fintech ecosystem provides small businesses across the country access to affordable and convenient financial capital as well as consulting and technical advice.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Enthusiast Gaming Partners with Global Citizen and HeadCount to Increase U.S. Voter Registration Among Crucial Demographics - Generation Z and Millennials

Sep 24, 2020 11:40 AM ET

Enthusiast Gaming has partnered with two international advocacy organizations, Global Citizen and HeadCount to promote the importance of voter registration and inspire action, across the Generation Z and Millennial cohorts.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Rome IP Executive Featured in New Paper and Packaging Industry Documentary

Sep 24, 2020 11:30 AM ET

Alex Singleton is a fourth generation paper maker, although that was not his plan as a child.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Ørsted Appoints Mads Nipper the Next CEO of Ørsted

Sep 24, 2020 11:05 AM ET

The Board of Directors appointed Mads Nipper CEO and Group President of Ørsted as of 1 January 2021. Mads Nipper is currently CEO and Group President at Grundfos.

Education

Mariachi STEAM: Keeping Culture Alive Through STEM

Sep 24, 2020 11:00 AM ET

Mariachi STEAM is a summer camp that provides underserved Hispanic youth from Oregon—primarily the Hillsboro area, a community that is 23% Latinx—an opportunity to explore the magical connections between music and STEM.