ESG News from Leading Brands

Environment

BIER Member Spotlight: Virginia Covo Naranjo

Apr 21, 2022 1:10 PM ET

Welcome to our series aimed at spotlighting the individual leaders within BIER member companies and stakeholder organizations.

Energy

Eaton Announces the Construction of a State-of-the-art Campus for UPS and Energy Storage Manufacturing in Vantaa, Finland

Apr 21, 2022 12:30 PM ET

The intelligent power management company Eaton, a market leader in solutions for large data centers, announced that it is building a new campus for its critical power systems in Vantaa, Finland, integrating all current activities

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Quest Diagnostics Announces Organizational Changes to Accelerate Growth and Drive Operational Excellence

Apr 21, 2022 12:15 PM ET

Quest Diagnostics today announced it has made several organizational changes and leadership appointments of seasoned executives to better support the company's two-point business strategy to accelerate growth and drive operational excellence

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Speaking of Sustainability: The Importance of Giving Back

Apr 21, 2022 12:10 PM ET

In recognition of National Volunteer Month, Sanjay Rao, human resources director of India and Singapore, talks about his favorite aspects of working in the community and the importance of giving back.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

LG Electronics Earns Energy Star Emerging Technology Award

Apr 21, 2022 12:10 PM ET

As Earth Day approaches, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has honored 43 refrigerator-freezer models from LG Electronics with the ENERGY STAR® Emerging Technology Award, more than any other brand.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Hiring an Executive Director for the International Cocoa Initiative

Apr 21, 2022 12:05 PM ET

Did you know that almost half of the children living in cocoa-growing areas in Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana are estimated to be involved in child labour?

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Heroes Work Here: Palisades Troubleshooter's Quick Action Saves a Life

Apr 21, 2022 12:00 PM ET

When Palisades Division Troubleshooter Don Brett responded to the scene of a utility pole that had been hit by an automobile on the morning of Feb. 4, he immediately saw that he had to act quickly. Live conductors and a transformer bank had fallen onto the car that had hit the pole, and the disoriented driver was attempting to exit the vehicle.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Is Sustainability the New IT Imperative?

Apr 21, 2022 12:00 PM ET

For Earth Day, VMware’s Nicola Peill-Moelter discussed the growing need for green technology in the modern office with Google and Softchoice as part of Softchoice’s Catalyst podcast.

Diversity & Inclusion

Applied Materials Chief HR Officer Receives YWCA Tribute to Women Award

Apr 21, 2022 12:00 PM ET

Congrats to our Chief HR Officer Susan Winchester for receiving a YWCA Tribute To Women award! Applied Materials is proud to support YWCA Golden Gate Silicon Valley's mission to empower women and recognize outstanding women leaders.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

EcoVadis and Givewith Accelerating the Growth of the Sustainable Procurement Pledge As Its First Official Supporters

Apr 21, 2022 11:30 AM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

DraftKings Publishes 2021 ESG Report

Apr 21, 2022 11:15 AM ET

DraftKings Inc. announced the release of its 2021 Sustainability Report, providing insights into DraftKings’ commitment to environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) initiatives.

Research, Reports & Publications

Delivering for Good: Mobile Supplies and a Helping Hand

Apr 21, 2022 10:45 AM ET

Each disaster is unique, which is why The Salvation Army caters their response to the circumstances and specific needs of the people most affected.

Education

New Online Course Supports Future Teachers' Skills With Mobile Device Usage in the Classroom

Apr 21, 2022 10:45 AM ET

Together, Qualcomm Wireless Reach, Project Tomorrow, and the University of Kentucky are working to address the need for teacher candidates with proficiency with mobile devices in the classroom.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whirlpool Refrigerators Donated to Benton Harbor High School as Part of New Pilot Program

Apr 21, 2022 10:25 AM ET

Today marks the first time the program is working directly with a school-- which Benton Harbor school administrators and Whirlpool employees said has been a longtime goal for both of them.

Innovation & Technology

Andrea Ruotolo Is on a Mission to Make Manufacturers More Sustainable

Apr 21, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Andrea Ruotolo’s passion for Earth Day and what the annual observance represents goes beyond her new role as Rockwell Automation’s (NYSE: ROK) Global Head of Customer Sustainability.

Research, Reports & Publications

Surfing With Sharks: Mr. Wonderful and ESG Investing

Apr 21, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Kevin O’Leary, of “Shark Tank” fame, recently spoke about ESG investing, so Catherine decided to make Steve share his unfiltered reactions to what Mr. Wonderful said.

Diversity & Inclusion

Amplifying Asian American Voices

Apr 21, 2022 10:00 AM ET

On this episode, we’re talking about the push for more representation of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in entertainment.

Diversity & Inclusion

How Lawyer Turned Artist Laolu Thrives As a Global Creative in NYC

Apr 21, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Ecommerce has changed the game for struggling artists around the world, especially for those working in the creative (and cutthroat) capital of New York City.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth Grants $4.6M to data.org's Capacity Accelerator Network to Further Diversity and Inclusion in the Field of Data Science

Apr 21, 2022 9:45 AM ET

data.org announces $4.6M in funding delivered by the Mastercard Impact Fund for data.org’s Capacity Accelerator Network (CAN), signifying a strong commitment toward building greater data capacity for the social sector.

Events, Media & Communications

The Atlantic, Artist Glenn Kaino, and Superblue Announce A Forest for the Trees, an Immersive Show Opening May 13 in Los Angeles

Apr 21, 2022 9:45 AM ET

The Atlantic, artist Glenn Kaino, and Superblue announce today the debut of A Forest for the Trees, an ambitious immersive show created and directed by visionary artist

Social Impact & Volunteering

Solar Sister Is Addressing Gender Equity, Energy Poverty, and Climate Change

Apr 21, 2022 9:45 AM ET

Founded in 2009, Solar Sister is a nonprofit recipient of Cisco’s social impact grants that recruits, trains, mentors, and supports women entrepreneurs – Solar Sister Entrepreneurs (SSEs) – and supplies them with durable, affordable energy products.

Environment

To Save the Planet, Earth Day Must Die

Apr 21, 2022 9:00 AM ET

Earth Day has been celebrated since 1970 and since then the destruction of the Earth has gone into overdrive. Earth Day is symbolic of how we approach sustainability, with 364 days of – business as usual impacts

Environment

Small Acts by Kimberly-Clark Employees in South Australia Make a Big Difference

Apr 21, 2022 9:00 AM ET

Employees at Kimberly-Clark's Millicent manufacturing facility in South Australia volunteered their time over the past six months to plant and care for 1,000 tree seedings onsite at the facility to support land and bush regeneration projects within the local community.

Research, Reports & Publications

Kohl’s Publishes 2021 ESG Report, Highlighting Progress in Key Areas of Environmental Sustainability, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace, and Philanthropy

Apr 21, 2022 9:00 AM ET

Today, Kohl’s announced the release of the company’s 2021 ESG report, providing comprehensive updates on achievements and progress.

Social Impact & Volunteering

How to Support Refugees Digitally

Apr 21, 2022 8:55 AM ET

The humanitarian crisis unfolding in Ukraine has already forced more than 4 million people to flee the country. Many will stay at their new locations for a longer time – and they need employment. Find out how to support them, digitally and remotely.