ESG News from Leading Brands

Environment

Zero Carbon Considerations for Biotech Facilities and Operations

Nov 30, 2021 9:45 AM ET

Your life sciences company can strive for zero carbon on your next project. Here’s how.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Putting Purpose into Practice: Pentair and the Pentair Foundation Support Communities Around the World

Nov 30, 2021 9:05 AM ET

Pentair plc and the Pentair Foundation announce the twenty-third consecutive year of giving to strengthen communities around the world, increase access to quality education and provide safer, cleaner water to people in developing countries

Diversity & Inclusion

We need to act with purpose: One 3Mer's passion is shaping 3M's approach to addressing equity in STEM

Nov 30, 2021 9:00 AM ET

During his 33-year tenure at 3M, Global Diversity and Inclusion Strategist, Scott Morris says he’s never been more excited to be a part of a company and movement that is helping make an impact on people’s lives.

Energy

Enbridge ESG Forum: Renewable Natural Gas and Hydrogen

Nov 30, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Watch Malini Giridhar, Vice President of Business Development and Regulatory Enbridge Gas, discuss the company’s approach to renewable natural gas and hydrogen blending.

Research, Reports & Publications

GREAT STUFF™ Launches New Report Addressing Homelessness

Nov 30, 2021 9:00 AM ET

DuPont’s GREAT STUFF™ recently launched its first The Homeless Experience in America Report, establishing the Brand's commitment for greater visibility and humanity for those experiencing homelessness in communities across America.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Gilead Sciences Added to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index

Nov 30, 2021 8:55 AM ET

Gilead Sciences is proud to be added to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index, part of S&P Global Dow Jones Indices, based on our performance on the Corporate Sustainability Assessment.

Diversity & Inclusion

People Behind CSR at Cisco: How Meraki's Charlie Gebhardt Engages Employees in Volunteer and Giving Efforts

Nov 30, 2021 8:50 AM ET

Cisco Meraki is a complete cloud-managed networking solution that integrates hardware, software, and cloud services.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Whirlpool Corporation Works With American Corporate Partners to Help Veterans Find Their Next Career

Nov 30, 2021 8:45 AM ET

Nine years ago, Whirlpool Corporation and American Corporate Partners (ACP) joined ranks to support our nation’s veterans. Whirlpool Corp. has positively impacted the lives of hundreds of individuals through ACP.

Diversity & Inclusion

Duke Energy Native American Employees Share Culture, Deepen Connections

Nov 30, 2021 8:40 AM ET

This November, Duke Energy employees are launching an Indigenous people’s employee resource group (ERG) during Native American Heritage Month to strengthen the company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Research, Reports & Publications

Transparency in Sustainability Reporting Takes Centre Stage as Consumer Goods Leaders Launch First Collective Annual Report

Nov 30, 2021 8:15 AM ET

The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) today publishes its first annual report, ‘Collective action today, impact at scale tomorrow – review 2021’.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

VMware Recognized for ESG Leadership With Invitation to Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for 2nd Consecutive Year

Nov 30, 2021 8:00 AM ET

VMware, Inc. (NYSE: VMW) today announced the company has been invited to be a member of the 2021 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), one of the world’s leading environmental, social and governance (ESG) benchmarks, for the second consecutive year.

Environment

Forest Management Certifications: Understanding the Role of Audits and Certification Bodies

Nov 30, 2021 8:00 AM ET

As the financial industry, government specifiers and corporate sustainability leaders continue to put the spotlight on ESG reporting and ratings, organizations that appear to score high are rewarded while those that don’t comply are shunned.

Sustainable Development Goals

Baker Hughes Foundation Contributes $60,000 to Water Access Projects

Nov 30, 2021 8:00 AM ET

The Baker Hughes Foundation has announced a $60,000 grant to the Society of Exploration Geophysicists’ humanitarian outreach program Geoscientists Without Borders® (GWB) to enable greater access to clean water around the world.

Diversity & Inclusion

Pro Bono Perspectives S3E24: Teresa Pelletier, Fidelity Investments & Wendy Matheny, Ichor Strategies

Nov 30, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Get an inside look at the tactics top companies are using to build more inclusive, equitable culture and support the fight against racism in their communities. Plus, learn how to practice strategic philanthropy - beyond Giving Tuesday.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Put Purpose and People at the Center of Your Business Practices With Employee Giving, Volunteering, and Employee Assistance Funds

Nov 30, 2021 7:00 AM ET

By design or default, each of us has faced a new normal this year – yet, at America’s Charities, we haven’t let that get in the way of progress.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Listen Up! Doing Corporate Citizenship Better, Together - December 2021

Nov 29, 2021 3:00 PM ET

Employee Relief Funds (ERFs) enable employees to support their colleagues facing tough times during the pandemic. Join the December Listen Up! Show with Holly Welch of E4E Relief and Dr. Linda Gornitsky of LBG Associates to learn more!

Social Impact & Volunteering

Three Ways Employee Volunteering Develop Leaders

Nov 29, 2021 2:45 PM ET

Learn 3 ways your employee volunteer and giving program can provide opportunities for your employees to become better leaders, here on the RW blog.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Meet HDT's 2021 Top Green Fleets

Nov 29, 2021 2:30 PM ET

It’s been quite a past year when it comes to green fleet initiatives, and this year we are highlighting 30 Top Green Fleets that are leading the way.

Green Infrastructure

Construction Begins at Charge Ready Schools Site

Nov 29, 2021 2:10 PM ET

Responsible Production & Consumption

12 DAYS OF ENERGY STAR: LG and ENERGY STAR Offer Consumers Energy-Efficient Options This Holiday Season

Nov 29, 2021 1:10 PM ET

As the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency kicks off its “Twelve Days of ENERGY STAR ®” holiday promotion today, LG Electronics USA is offering limited-time offers on ENERGY STAR appliance packages from the kitchen to the laundry room.

Social Impact & Volunteering

onsemi Employees Make an International Impact During Global Virtual Volunteerism Week

Nov 29, 2021 11:30 AM ET

Corporate volunteer programs can play a transformative role in connecting people to their community while promoting employee engagement.

Health & Healthcare

One Overdose Is Too Many

Nov 29, 2021 10:35 AM ET

While one overdose is one too many, we now mourn the loss of the 100,000+ Americans lost to this epidemic in just one year. We reaffirm our commitment to drive awareness and action to make change for people affected by addiction.

Environment

HP Joins Lifelong Wildlife Advocate Jane Goodall on Her New Mission: Planting Trees

Nov 29, 2021 10:30 AM ET

Forest protection, replanting, and restoration of the world’s trees are among the most valuable actions we can take today to bring down carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere and protect the habitats of the most vulnerable species on our planet.

Health & Healthcare

The IWBI Special Report Chapter Series: “A European Experiment: Independence and Interdependence”

Nov 29, 2021 10:15 AM ET

The European Union works as interdependent countries in terms of travel and trade, and each maintains autonomy over its public health protocols. In fact, treaties among EU member states often prohibit “interference” with each other’s health systems.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Support Causes You Care About on #GivingTuesday With America's Charities and Our 100+ Vetted Nonprofit Members

Nov 29, 2021 10:15 AM ET

While we encourage you to leverage the power of recurring payroll deduction and collective giving through your employer's workplace giving program, we realize that option isn't always available to donors.