ESG News For Corporate Knights

The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office (IEDO) has selected Svante’s Pre-FEED (Preliminary Front End Engineering Design) study for a commercial-scale carbon capture project to negotiate a cost-sharing agreement of up to US$1,499,889.The project represents a transformational approach for the pulp & paper industry as it will create additional value from its sustainable biomass to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

Svante Technologies Inc. (Svante), a global leader in carbon capture and removal technology, and Speed Skating Canada today announced a climate change awareness and education campaign, “Save the Ice” at the ISU World Cup Speed Skating event in Calgary. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the impact of global warming on winter sports, including speed skating. It enables Canadians to make a personal impact on the climate by watching and sharing a video featuring renowned Canadian Olympic sp

Trane Technologies (NYSE:TT), a global climate innovator, has been recognized in Corporate Knights’ 2025 Global 100 ranking. This is the third time Trane Technologies has been featured on this annual list, which recognizes leading companies for their investments in green solutions such as renewable energy, energy efficiency and the circular economy."It’s an incredible honor to be recognized in Corporate Knights’ 2025 Global 100 ranking," said Mauro Atalla, Senior Vice President, Chief Technology

First-ever corporation to top Corporate Knights Global 100 twice14th consecutive year in Global 100 index, 7th top 10 rankingFollows strong 2024 performance in other key ESG ratings

Svante Technologies Inc. (Svante), a leading innovator in carbon capture and removal technology, and Tenaska, a prominent CO2 transportation and sequestration service provider, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on delivering cost-effective, integrated solutions for industrial carbon capture and storage (CCS). This collaboration represents a significant step toward addressing global industrial emissions and advancing the decarbonization of many industrial sectors, inc

Installnet, Bard College MBA sustainability program share lessons learned from more than a decade of furniture donations to more than 3,200 communitiesSetting the standard for cost-effective reuse will help drive a circular economyInnovative solutions needed for work surfaces and other hard-to-recycle materials

Global logistics group and operator of CHEP brand leads on regenerative action and tracks ahead of science-based targets

Canada Growth Fund Inc. (“CGF”) and Svante Technologies Inc. (“Svante” or the “Company”), a leading global carbon capture and removal solutions provider headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, announced today a financing commitment of up to US$100 million to accelerate the development and construction of Svante’s commercial carbon capture and removal projects in Canada and the US.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240815708357

Corporate Knights ranks Schneider Electric Canada among the top corporate citizens for sustainability and innovationSchneider Electric recognized for its exceptional performance in sustainable investments, carbon productivity, and comprehensive ESG approach

Installnet, Bard College MBA program share research to drive reuseInitiative designed to identify and deliver solutions to eliminate waste and cut carbon emissionsIndustry-wide approach will help building industry consistently and credibly track and report progress

PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced that it was named to the 2024 Corporate Knights Clean200 list as the leading paints, coatings and specialty materials manufacturer. The company earned the top spot by having a strong percent of 2022 sales from sustainable products, as defined by Corporate Knights.The Clean200 list ranks the 200 publicly traded companies that have the most sustainable total revenue, earning a minimum of 10% from sustainable sources. Among approximately 8,000 global firms that were e

Global climate innovator recognized as the leader in the Building Products industry and 23rd overall

"This recognition reflects our commitment to our own sustainability performance, as well as our role in helping build a greener future..." said Stephen Mikkelsen, Sims Limited’s CEO and Managing Director.

Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. dba Radius Recycling (NASDAQ: RDUS), a global leader in metals recycling, today announced the release of the Company’s Fiscal 2023 Sustainability Report, Where Change Begins.The report details the Company’s work to advance the circular economy through the recovery, reuse, and recycling of the essential metals required to support global decarbonization efforts. Radius annually diverts millions of tons of metals from landfills, supplies recycled metals to domestic

Global sports company PUMA has today announced that it has scaled up its textile recycling innovation, RE:FIBRE, replacing recycled polyester with RE:FIBRE technology in all PUMA football Club and Federation replica jerseys from 2024 onwards.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231205250478/en/Global sports company PUMA has today announced that it has scaled up its textile recycling innovation, RE:FIBRE, replacing recycled p

The final episode of PUMA’s RE:GEN REPORTS is now available to stream: ‘When it comes to Health and Safety, does the West know best?’. In this episode, hosted by the Head of Knowledge Exchange at the Centre for Sustainable Fashion, Monica Buchan-Ng, PUMA’s Chief Sourcing Officer, Anne-Laure Descours, reminds audiences that it’s important for people in the North to “recognize how much people on the ground are trying to improve [factory working conditions].”This press release features multimedia.

Report highlights American Water’s sustainable impact on communities across the U.S.

Corporate Knights ranks Schneider Electric Canada in #1 spotThis recognition salutes Schneider Electric’s commitment to promoting a sustainable economy and contributing to net-zero initiatives in CanadaThis award augments the company’s global ranking in Corporate Knights’ Top 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World

Sports company PUMA has created a podcast series to make its 2022 Sustainability Report more accessible and to reach a wider and younger audience.

– Identified by Financial Times and Statista for second consecutive year as setting the pace in the fight against climate change –

PUMA empowers young voices by involving them through ‘Voices of a RE:GENERATION’, building on the findings from ‘Conference of the People, powered by PUMA'The project prioritises sustainability for the next generation, responding to research indicating that young people want brands to make more commitments, communicate goals better and be more transparent in the space

Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCHN), a global leader in metals recycling, has been named the most sustainable company in the world by Corporate Knights, a leading media and research organization focused on corporate sustainability performance.The 19th annual Global 100 List of the world’s most sustainable corporations by Corporate Knights is based on a detailed assessment of 6,720 companies, each with more than US$1 billion in revenue, where performance across a range of sustainabili

Citizens announced today that it has entered into a power purchase agreement with Ørsted, supporting the construction of the Sunflower Wind Project, which will match 100% of Citizens’ power consumption across its entire operational footprint with renewable energy credits.“The Sunflower Wind Project marks an important milestone for Citizens as we continue our journey to support a more sustainable future alongside our customers, colleagues, shareholders and communities,” said Beth Johnson, Chief E

PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced that it has been named to the FTSE4Good Index Series for the fourth consecutive year. The index measures the performance of companies demonstrating strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices.“At PPG, we view environmental stewardship, social responsibility and strong governance as strategic business priorities,” said Diane Kappas, PPG vice president, Global Sustainability. “Our inclusion in the FTSE4Good Index validates the significant progress we’

HSBC Bank Canada’s 2021 Public Accountability Statement (PAS), now available online at https://www.about.hsbc.ca/hsbc-in-canada/community, details how we are working towards the transition to net zero, contributing to our communities and helping our employees and customers to thrive.2021 highlightsRecognized as one of Corporate Knight’s Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada for the 10th year in a row.Achieved a 67% increase in sustainable financing volumes from 2020, and a 62% reduction in greenh

Breezeline environmental targets are designed to reduce the company’s carbon footprint to protect the environment

Releases 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report

Ranked No. 1 Food & Beverage company for consumer, investor and employee trust

Recognition honors companies demonstrating exceptional leadership and a commitment to business integrity through best-in-class ethics, compliance, and governance practices

American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest publicly-traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company, announced it was named one of Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies for 2022."Delivering a reliable supply of safe, clean, and affordable drinking water to our customers and treating their wastewater is fundamental to the business. American Water's dedication to our environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles confirms our belief that ‘how’ a company operates is just as important as ‘wha

PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced it was recognized on the CLEAN200™ global list as the top paints, coatings and specialty materials manufacturer with the greatest percent of 2020 revenue from sustainably advantaged products. PPG ranked 74th overall on the list in green revenue, reporting 35% of sales from sustainably advantaged products in 2020. The company’s goal is to achieve 40% of sales from sustainably advantaged products by 2025.“According to Corporate Knights, Clean200 companies are putting

The company ranks #3 in the electronics industry sectorThis latest accolade reflects Schneider Electric’s commitments towards innovation, sustainability, diversity and inclusion

Corporate Knights positions Schneider Electric fourth in its 2022 list of corporate sustainability leaders

Ecolab Inc., the global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services, has again been named to Corporate Knights’ index of the 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World, ranking #33 on the 2022 list. This is the fourth time Ecolab has appeared on the Global 100 Index since 2015.“We are honored to be included in this exclusive index of corporations that are leaders in delivering the right results, the right way,” said Ecolab President and CEO Christophe Beck. “This

The rise in digital demand and increased pressure from key stakeholders drives the need for standardized environmental-impact reporting for data centersSchneider Electric’s framework proposes 5 key areas of impact to address with 23 key metrics in Beginning, Advanced and Leading categories

Media Alert: Schneider Electric to Host Innovation Summit North America 2021 as a Path Forward for Sustainable Action

The global supply chain solutions leader achieved carbon neutrality for its own operations and launches its first pallet made of 100% post-consumer plastic on the path to a regenerative future

Demonstrating American Water’s Continued Commitment to Serving Our Customers and Our Communities

Schneider confirms inclusion within FTSE4Good Index and main Euronext Vigeo Eiris indices among world sustainability leaders

Performance Food Group announces community solar project as next step in renewable energy procurement.

Three executives appointed to leadership roles within Schneider Electric North AmericaCompany accelerates progress on long-term commitments to gender equality and sustainability goals

The Studio will engage entrepreneurs and corporate partners to realize a future powered by renewable energy.

Evoqua Water Technologies Earns Place on 2021 Clean200™ List

Recognition Adds to Recent Company Distinctions for Excellence in Corporate Responsibility

The company ranks #3 in the electronics industry sector one level up from 2020This latest accolade reflects Schneider Electric’s commitments to investment value and quality of management and products, its social responsibility and ability to attract talent

Company announces six long-term commitments, with aim to reach eleven concrete sustainability goals by 2025Becomes world’s most sustainable corporate, according to Corporate Knights 2021 Global 100 ranking

National program shows significant growth in Quebec ahead of the Quebec summit

Campbell Soup Company (NYSE: CPB) today released its 2020 Corporate Responsibility report, detailing the company’s fiscal year 2019 achievements and measurable progress against sustainability goals, including accomplishments in the areas of water use, greenhouse gas emissions, food waste, sustainable growing practices and community support.“This year’s report highlights our progress against existing commitments and sets forth new goals as we continue to embed sustainability into our operations a

Corporate Knights includes Camden companies on Global 100 for sustainability leadership and transparency

Environmental protection and sustainable management are two of the dominant topics of the World Economic Forum in Davos. The most sustainable companies in the world are awarded every year by the Canadian research company Corporate Knights. Osram made it as the most sustainable company in Germany to the worldwide top 20. The high-tech company is thus underlining its sustainability performance of recent years. Osram is today also publishing its sustainability report for fiscal year 2019 on its cur