ESG News For City of Raleigh

Morris, Manning & Martin today announced a partnership with Westside Future Fund (WFF) as part of the firm’s MMMPact corporate social responsibility initiative. The collaboration underscores Morris Manning’s commitment to fostering resilient communities and supporting impactful organizations that drive positive change in the neighborhoods they serve.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250128811088/en/Morris, Manning & Marti

AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (NYSE: AVB) (the “Company”) announced that it has been named the Regional Sector Leader for Americas Residential in the 2024 GRESB Development Benchmark, earning a score of 96 out of 100. The annual GRESB Sector Leader Awards recognize real estate and infrastructure companies, funds, and assets that demonstrate outstanding leadership in sustainability.“As an avid developer, with meaningful sustainability targets, we incorporate environmental design standards into our

The campaign includes a new PSA to help raise awarenessPlatforms and brands across Disney – including ESPN, ABC, ABC News and Disney Theatrical Group – to shine a light on the initiative and ways to get involved

50% Of All Game Sales Proceeds to Benefit Games For Change

Official launch of the “Access to Health” initiative announced at the World Stroke Congress by WSO President, Dr. Sheila MartinsPartnership aims to reduce healthcare disparities with pilot projects in Nigeria and TanzaniaProject leaders and healthcare professionals convene to discuss next steps and project execution

Care for HER provides FREE 24/7 personal nurse navigational support and integrative therapies

Morris, Manning & Martin today announced John Yates, founder and head of the firm’s Corporate Technology practice, has been named firm Co-Chairman.

Independence Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: IRT) (“IRT”) today announced its 2023 Sustainability Report, highlighting the progress we have made against our sustainability strategy over the last year and the initiatives we have in place to continue building a sustainable and inclusive future for our business and all of our stakeholders. For the full report, please visit https://investors.irtliving.com/sustainability/.IRT’s sustainability approach is underpinned by four core pillars:Enhancing Residenti

In Its Second Grant Round, The Nextdoor Kind Foundation Provides Microgrant Funding to Small Business Owners of Color to Make a Big Impact in Their Communities

Today, The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) launched its annual Disney Ultimate Toy Drive supporting the Marine Toys for Tots Program to help deliver toys to children in need this holiday season.Disney’s relationship with Toys for Tots dates back to 1947, when Walt Disney and his team of animators designed the Toys for Tots logo that is still used today. Since then, The Walt Disney Company has continued to strengthen this relationship, engaging volunteers and providing charitable support to help

Vision RNG celebrated the grand opening of Missouri’s first Landfill Gas to Renewable Natural Gas project at Meridian Waste’s Eagle Ridge Landfill.

22 student-athletes named to one of college football’s most prestigious honors for community service

Vision RNG (VRNG) is pleased to announce that its Landfill Gas (LFG) to Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) project at Meridian Waste’s Eagle Ridge Landfill in Bowling Green, Missouri is now fully operational. The project uses 1,500 scfm of Landfill Gas (LFG) and produces 375,000 MMBtu of RNG annually, enough renewable gas to heat approximately 8,800 homes per year. The RNG is injected into a nearby interstate natural gas pipeline and used by various customers across the U.S. for transportation fuel and

Company Announces Release of 2022 Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) Report and Progress Towards ESG Goals

Chain launches a tour throughout the Southeast to honor heroes and raise money for Folds of Honor

Gregory Poole Bus Sales & Service Expands Bus Sales Territory from North to South Carolina

Bahnson, Inc. and its subsidiaries, Bahnson Environmental Specialties, Bahnson Mechanical Systems, and Bahnson Mechanical Specialties, are proud to announce a $1,500 contribution to national nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) to support its mission to "Remember our fallen U.S. veterans, Honor those who serve, and Teach your children the value of freedom.”Through this donation, Bahnson Inc., and its subsidiaries have committed to help WAA reach its goal of placing a live, balsam veteran’s wre

Each scholar will receive $20,000 to support their culinary or hospitality education

With a mission to power a more prosperous world, Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) continues to make significant investments in solar energy with the installation of Cummins’ second largest solar array at Rocky Mount Engine Plant in North Carolina (U.S.). The RMEP solar installation will directly support the company’s environmental sustainability strategy, PLANET 2050, by using low-carbon renewable power to reduce greenhouse gases.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https:

CISA-Funded Diversity Program Aims to Strengthen the Talent Pipeline and Increase the Number of Students Pursuing Cybersecurity Careers

Upgrade Team Selected for Digital Learning Challenge by Institute of Education Sciences

Companies will receive financial, business development, and R&D mentorship at Indianapolis innovation hub during immersive 13-week program

Merz Aesthetics logo will be featured on lower back of NC Courage home and away jerseys through 2023Sponsor of community programs to encourage confidence, character and sportsmanship among local teenage girls

Company hosts 35 environmental volunteer events and donates nearly $600,000 in honor of Earth Day

Addresses updated stakeholder priorities, progress toward net-zero carbon emissions goals

AvalonBay Communities earns 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index

This holiday season the family of fallen Green Beret Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 Michael Duskin received the gift of homeownership thanks to PulteGroup’s Built to Honor® program. Gold Star spouse Maggie Duskin was presented with the keys to her new home in Pulte’s Rutherford community in Fuquay-Varina during a celebratory event last week.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211228005037/en/Gold Star spouse Maggie Duskin hol

Enviva has entered into multi-year recruiting and career development pipeline agreements with four HBCUs across the U.S. Southeast.

AVALONBAY COMMUNITIES, INC. (NYSE: AVB), a leading multifamily real estate investment trust, announced today that it has been named to Newsweek’s 2022 list of America’s Most Responsible Companies for the third consecutive year. AvalonBay was ranked #1 among multi-family REITs, #5 in the overall Real Estate & Housing category, and #90 of 500 companies overall. AvalonBay’s position in the top 100 is up 32 spots compared to 2021.“We are honored to be named one of America’s Most Responsible Companie

AVALONBAY COMMUNITIES, INC. (NYSE: AVB) — AvalonBay Communities Inc. [NYSE: AVB] has been recognized for leadership in corporate sustainability by global environmental non-profit CDP, securing a place on its prestigious ‘A List’ for tackling climate change.The Company was acknowledged for its actions to cut emissions, mitigate climate risks, and develop the low-carbon economy, based on the data reported by the Company through CDP’s 2021 climate change questionnaire.AvalonBay is one of a small nu

With 30+ Years of Cardiovascular Research Experience, Leading Global CRO Supports the Fight Against Heart-Related Illnesses – On Giving Tuesday and Every Day

WM Plans $200 Million in New Recycling Investments Next Year

AVALONBAY COMMUNITIES, INC. (NYSE: AVB) — The National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (Nareit) has again named AvalonBay Communities, Inc. the 2021 Leader in the Light Award recipient for the residential sector. The Company also received the award in 2020, 2019, 2015, 2013 and 2012.Nareit's annual Leader in the Light Awards honor Nareit member companies that have demonstrated superior and sustained environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices. Now in their 16th year, the 20

Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker and other leaders join MassMutual at milestone event marking company’s continued growth, community support, and opening of collaborative, flexible new Boston space

Fifth Third Provides $130,000 in Technology Grants To Boost Access at Active Young Bankers Club Schools and Organizations

Automotive aftermarket parts provider recognizes six additional brand partners during itsannual Partner Growth Summit and helps raise $1.5 million for Building Homes for Heroes

Collier’s Medical and Healthy Sole™ donate innovative infection prevention device

The firm designed and executed the verification protocol used to independently evaluate data from finalists which was critical to determining the competition’s winners.Signifies an industry shift toward increasing rigor and 3rd party assessment in evaluating low-carbon technologies critical to the net zero and carbon removal future.

A group of prominent Black leaders today announced 19 awards to Black leaders, bringing the total number of awardees to 50 leaders across 18 statesNew awardees are concentrated in Colorado, Georgia, North Carolina and Washington, DC — and are focused on housing justice, voting rights, civic engagement, and educationBlack Voices for Black Justice Fund (BVBJ) is unique in its approach – letting awardees use their financial awards in whatever way they believe will make the most impact in advancing racial justice

Kohl’s associates across the country nominated local nonprofit organizations that support family health & wellness as part of Kohl’s "A Community with Heart” program

The seven-part documentary follows three North Carolina State University students through HanesBrands’ supply chain – giving them full access to its facilities, people and processes

The seven-part minidocumentary follows three North Carolina State University students on an all-questions-answered journey from cotton field to finished T-shirt

The seven-part minidocumentary follows three North Carolina State University students on an all-questions-answered journey from cotton field to finished T-shirt

Funding is part of UnitedHealthcare’s $12.3 million in Empowering Health grants focused on expanding access to care and addressing the social determinants of health for people in underserved communities

Through DonorsChoose, students will return to classrooms stocked with learning aids ranging from computers to musical instruments

“Feed the Soul” effort also supports local restaurants

NatureWorks has donated the Ingeo™ biopolymer needed to produce as many as 2 million reusable N95 masks per week from a new spunbond nonwoven structure

Publix Super Markets Charities announced today a second $1 million donation to Feeding America member food banks in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Today’s donation provides support to food pantries and meal programs in the communities surrounding Publix stores and brings Publix Charities’ total contribution in support of hunger relief efforts during the pandemic to $2 million.“As we continue to see an increase in the number of people facing food insecurity during this pandemic, we are gra

Provides meals and assistance to help with effects of the coronavirus

Effort Begins This Week with Launch of the Holidays Without Hunger Boxes in Stores