ESG News from Leading Brands

Environment

International Paper and the Paper and Packaging Board Partner Up to Encourage Residential Recycling

Aug 15, 2022 11:30 AM ET

International Paper has partnered with the Paper and Packaging Board on the Box to Nature campaign.

Diversity & Inclusion

Here's What Women's Entrepreneurship Looks Like Around the World

Aug 15, 2022 11:00 AM ET

The number of female entrepreneurs is increasing around the world, but many women continue to face significant obstacles to starting their own businesses.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Oportun Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Report 2021: Fostering Financial Health and Empowerment

Aug 15, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Our commitment to social responsibility is in service to the overall well-being of our members, employees, and communities. Every day, our focus is to create lasting positive social impact guided by our mission and values.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Common Impact Names Leila Saad Chief Executive Officer

Aug 15, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Today, the Board of Directors of Common Impact, a national nonprofit leader in skills-based volunteerism, announced the appointment of Leila Saad as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective August 15, 2022.

Events, Media & Communications

Cummins To Feature Decarbonization Efforts at Major Transportation Show in Germany

Aug 15, 2022 10:45 AM ET

Cummins Inc. will showcase its commitment to decarbonization at the transportation industry’s largest tradeshow in Hannover, Germany, next month, displaying both the low- and no-carbon technologies the company is bringing to market.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Series of Short Films Showcases Lasting Impact of Tokyo 2020 Games

Aug 15, 2022 10:20 AM ET

Featuring people and communities in Japan and around the world, the stories are examples of the wide-ranging ways in which the Games can drive social progress and change lives.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

A Letter from Baker Hughes Vice President of Energy Transition

Aug 15, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Building on a strong foundation, we took important steps during the year to advance our sustainability strategy and programs, engage employees, and make significant progress on our most important priorities.

Sustainable Development Goals

Nielsen's 2022 ESG Report: ESG Highlights and Goals

Aug 15, 2022 10:00 AM ET

We know that setting ambitious, yet achievable, targets for our ESG performance is important in order to drive accountability, ownership and continuous improvement for Nielsen and our stakeholders.

Health & Healthcare

Collaboration Continues To Expand Access in Rwanda

Aug 15, 2022 9:45 AM ET

Our work in Rwanda is just one example of how Abbott is fulfilling our purpose of helping people live fuller and healthier lives, and a key focus of our 2030 Sustainability Plan: advancing health equity through partnership.

Environment

With House Passage, the Inflation Reduction Act Is a Massive Win for the Climate and the U.S. Economy

Aug 12, 2022 7:15 PM ET

Ceres Director of Federal Policy Zach Friedman issued the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CNH Industrial's Sustainability Initiatives Recognised at UBS Forum's CSR Summit and Awards

Aug 12, 2022 5:00 PM ET

CNH Industrial has been recognised yet again for its leading sustainability initiatives in India, winning an impressive four major prizes at the 2022 UBS Forum Corporate Social Responsibility Summit and Awards.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Pizza Hut Delivery and Hatch Enterprise Launch New Grant Scheme

Aug 12, 2022 4:00 PM ET

Pizza Hut Delivery and Hatch Enterprise are moving their New Founder Programme partnership into the next phase with the introduction of a grant opportunity for participants.

Education

TCS Welcomes Top Mexican Students for a Behind the Scenes Look at the Company's Top Innovation Center

Aug 12, 2022 2:45 PM ET

Tata Consultancy Services was thrilled to welcome the winners of the Desafío Jóvenes Recrea STEAM competition from Jalisco, Mexico at our Silicon Valley Customer Collaboration Center on July 25th.

Education

Investing in Community Prosperity Through STEM Summer Camps

Aug 12, 2022 2:15 PM ET

August 12th is International Youth Day, a great day to highlight issues impacting the youth of today. How can we support the younger generations and the leaders of tomorrow?

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bread Financial Supports American Red Cross Humanitarian Mission Through Annual Disaster Giving Program

Aug 12, 2022 1:45 PM ET

The Central & Southern Ohio Region of the American Red Cross recognizes Bread Financial for increasing its annual support to Red Cross Disaster Relief through the Annual Disaster Giving Program with a gift of $500,000.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

From the Fifth Third Bancorp 2021 ESG Report: Transition to a Sustainable Future

Aug 12, 2022 12:55 PM ET

Fifth Third’s approach to sustainability is driven by our Company’s purpose: to improve the lives of our customers and the well-being of our communities.

Research, Reports & Publications

Mondelēz 2021 Snacking Made Right Report: Leadership & Employee Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Aug 12, 2022 12:10 PM ET

Innovation & Technology

Probably the Best Eco Beer Bottle in the World

Aug 12, 2022 11:50 AM ET

Carlsberg Group has unveiled its largest pilot to date, an innovative fibre bottle which is lined with natural raw materials.

Health & Healthcare

Bridging the Access Gap for Health Tech

Aug 12, 2022 11:35 AM ET

The evolving healthcare landscape and increased opportunity for digital health solutions were key topics of discussion at the recent Aspen Ideas: Health conference, held June 22-25.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

National Board Chair and President of Women In Sports and Events, Kathleen Francis Addresses AEG Employees on Growing a Career in Sports

Aug 12, 2022 11:00 AM ET

As part of its employee development program, on August 10, 2022, AEG hosted a virtual employee career development session, “Taking Charge of Your Career,” with National Board Chairman and President of Women In Sports and Events Kathleen Francis.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Chemours Invests to Fight Global Warming

Aug 12, 2022 10:55 AM ET

Chemours, a global chemistry company, recently announced it will be expanding its Opteon™ YF (HFO-1234yf) capacity to help meet customer needs as they continue transitioning to lower GWP refrigerants.

Education

Arrow Electronics and Play Like a Girl Teach Students About STEM Careers

Aug 12, 2022 10:15 AM ET

The experience, which included a behind-the-scenes visit to the racing paddock, was supported by the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, Arrow McLaren SP, Firestone Tire and Rubber Co., and Arrow Electronics.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Franklin Templeton's Employees Engage in Local Events to Give Back to the Community

Aug 12, 2022 10:00 AM ET

This June, Franklin Templeton again celebrated Impact Days, the firm's global month of service led by its global volunteering program, Involved.

Innovation & Technology

3M Experts: Here's What To Do When Hail Damages Your Vehicle

Aug 12, 2022 10:00 AM ET

You might think finding hail damage only requires a simple scan over the car but correctly spotting damage is tricky.

Ryan Marrinan, an application engineer with 3M’s aftermarket auto division and a former collision repair specialist with 20 years of experience warns that sometimes dents and dings hide in plain sight.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Illumina Ranked as One of the 50 Smartest Companies in China 2021

Aug 12, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Illumina was named as one of the 50 Smartest Companies in China 2021 by MIT Technology Review. This is the sixth consecutive time Illumina has been included on the list.