ESG News from Leading Brands

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainability Wins a Seat at the Table

Jun 13, 2022 11:30 AM ET

Two weeks ago, global business and political leaders met at the annual World Economic Forum in Davos to discuss geopolitical and environmental challenges

Environment

Nielsen Advances Environmental Responsibility Through Earth Day Celebrations

Jun 13, 2022 11:00 AM ET

This marked the ninth year that Nielsen teams planned activities and volunteer events to build a stronger and more resilient future for our planet and coming generations.

Events, Media & Communications

Fitch Incorporates Low-Carbon Transition Risks Into Credit Scores

Jun 13, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Fitch Ratings, one of the “big three” credit risk rating agencies, is busy identifying “sector exposures to low-carbon transition risks,”

Diversity & Inclusion

AEG, LA Kings and LA Galaxy Participate in LA Pride 2022

Jun 13, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Led by LA Kings mascot, Bailey, and LA Galaxy Mascot, Cozmo, more than 100 AEG, LA Kings and LA Galaxy staff members marched in LA Pride 2022 on Saturday, June 12, in Los Angeles, CA.

Environment

Soil Health Institute Engages Students From Historically Black Colleges and Universities To Promote Greater Equity in Sustainable Agriculture Through Internship Program

Jun 13, 2022 11:00 AM ET

(SHI) today announced the first U.S. Regenerative Cotton Fund (USRCF) internship class. The USRCF Internship Program is dedicated to establishing career paths for underrepresented students, empowering them to obtain decision-making positions in U.S. agriculture

Green Infrastructure

Ampaire, Black & Veatch To Collaborate on Expanding Electrified Aviation Infrastructure

Jun 13, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Ampaire and Black & Veatch – a global leader in sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy and transportation electrification – will collaborate on developing airport electrification that supports tomorrow’s electric aviation needs.

Green Infrastructure

Trane Technologies Provides Sustainability Solutions for the Mater Dei Hospital in Malta

Jun 13, 2022 10:30 AM ET

Trane Technologies is helping the Mater Dei Hospital replace aging HVAC infrastructure and advance significant energy efficiency and air quality improvements while reducing reliance on fossil fuel heating.

Sustainable Development Goals

Aramark Commits To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions From the Food It Serves by 25 Percent by 2030

Jun 13, 2022 9:30 AM ET

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK), the largest U.S.-based food service provider, announced today it is the first contract catering company in the U.S. to sign World Resources Institute’s (WRI) Cool Food Pledge.

Diversity & Inclusion

Small Business Owners Broadly Support Businesses Taking Actions To Ensure LGBTQ+ Inclusion, New Poll Finds

Jun 10, 2022 3:15 PM ET

Most small business owners believe it is important to support the LGBTQ+ community and take action to ensure inclusion, according to a new poll released today by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and MetLife.

Diversity & Inclusion

PSEG Announces Graduates of Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program

Jun 10, 2022 3:00 PM ET

Public Service Enterprise Group Inc. (PSEG) is proud to announce the 2022 graduates of its first Supplier Diversity Mentorship program.

Innovation & Technology

The Hesidator: How the Pandemic Changed Online Dating

Jun 10, 2022 3:00 PM ET

After pandemic-induced isolation forced many to find new ways to connect to mental health resources, according to research, our mobile devices have now also become the quiver from which Cupid chooses his arrow most.

Research, Reports & Publications

Chevron 2021 Corporate Sustainability Report: Focusing on What Matters

Jun 10, 2022 2:10 PM ET

Events, Media & Communications

The G7 Summit 2022 Is Coming. Here's Why All Global Citizens Should Be Paying Attention

Jun 10, 2022 1:50 PM ET

If you look back at past G7 Summit agendas, you’ll see many of the same themes: reducing inequality, promoting women’s equality, and advancing global security among them.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Public Lands and Make-A-Wish Prepare Young Explorer for Adventures of a Lifetime

Jun 10, 2022 1:00 PM ET

Jax Ramirez has big plans for this summer. Now that school is out, the 7-year-old adventurer who lives in the Pittsburgh area can't wait to get out on the water with his family for kayaking trips along lakes and waterways in New York and Maryland.

Innovation & Technology

Kohler Unveils Global Innovations, WASH Project Donations at Salone del Mobile

Jun 10, 2022 1:00 PM ET

In honor of Milan Design Week, Kohler has made a donation to Water Mission's WASH projects in Indonesia, helping to bring safe water and sanitation to up to 10,000 people through 15 projects in 2022.

Events, Media & Communications

Speakers Series Added to Cincinnati Music Festival Weekend

Jun 10, 2022 12:00 PM ET

The program, presented through a collaboration between Fifth Third Bank and Visit Cincy, will focus on stories of diversity and empowerment from nationally acclaimed speakers.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Storytime With Dolly Parton

Jun 10, 2022 12:00 PM ET

Regions Bank recently joined the Ole Miss Women’s Council for Philanthropy (OMWC) for Storytime with Dolly, an event highlighting the importance of reading and education.

Environment

P&G Unveils New Strategy To Help Address Global Water Crisis

Jun 10, 2022 12:00 PM ET

Water scarcity affects every continent on our planet. While some people aren’t seeing its impact in their communities, others are facing extreme water stress.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Taco Bell and the Taco Bell Foundation Call on Young People To Pitch Their Ideas and Change the World

Jun 10, 2022 12:00 PM ET

Lil Nas X is supporting Taco Bell, the Taco Bell Foundation and Ashoka in launching the Ambition Accelerator, a new program specifically designed to help young people seeking to make change in their communities and around the world.

Diversity & Inclusion

Verizon Bridging NYC Digital Divide: $3M Pledge, Free Internet Offer

Jun 10, 2022 11:45 AM ET

With reliable connectivity more important than ever, Verizon remains committed to closing the digital divide in communities throughout the United States, including New York City.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Craft Lab Grown Diamonds to Offer Certified Sustainability Rated Diamonds

Jun 10, 2022 11:45 AM ET

SCS Global Services announced today that laboratory grown diamonds from Dholakia Technologies have been recognized under the SCS-007 Certification Standard for Sustainability Rated Diamonds.

Events, Media & Communications

Takeaways From the 2022 Bloomberg New Energy Finance Summit

Jun 10, 2022 11:35 AM ET

Blackstone leaders joined the @Bloomberg New Energy Finance Summit to offer their perspective on the challenges and opportunities presented by climate change and the energy transition.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Transporting Precious Cargo

Jun 10, 2022 11:30 AM ET

When it comes to animals in need, FedEx Cares. Whether for a rehoming, medical, or rescue circumstance, FedEx uses its network to help transport precious cargo where it needs to go.

Research, Reports & Publications

GoDaddy 2021 Sustainability Report: Sustainability Governance

Jun 10, 2022 11:00 AM ET

We’ve designed our approach for managing sustainability issues to emphasize transparency and oversight while also embedding sustainable thinking into our overall strategy and leveraging the expertise of leaders throughout the company.

Education

The Future is Bright Campaign Reaches More Than 90,000 STEM Learners

Jun 10, 2022 11:00 AM ET

In 2003, the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives declared April 25 “DNA Day” to celebrate the completion of the Human Genome Project and the 50th anniversary of the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA.