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Humans in the Loop: AI Machine Learning in the Bloomberg Terminal Fri, 05/12/2023 - 14:45 Type of Content Multimedia with summary Layout Standard Format Body Originally published on bloomberg.com The Bloomberg Terminal provides access to more than 35 million financial instruments across all asset classes. That’s a lot of data, and to make it useful, AI and machine learning (ML) are playing an increasingly central role in the Terminal’s ongoing evolution. Machine learning is about scouring data a

Major food companies are setting ambitious targets to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, but a new Ceres analysis found that many of them are far from implementing the necessary actions to align with and accelerate the transition to a zero emissions economy.

Mastercard is among the leading businesses pushing for a more environmentally sustainable future — and as far as the company is concerned, the momentum for these efforts is coming directly from consumers.

Proceeds from May 24th Event at the Omeara to Benefit Children with Cancer UK

• Alliance’s Innovation Awards fund impactful, scalable solutions supporting youth mental health
• In its third year, awards program expanding to include capacity building platform for broader group of applicants in 2024

Today, Faction Technology, Inc., a self-driving technology provider for low-cost driverless fleets, and Arcimoto, Inc. (NASDAQ: FUV), the leading North American manufacturer of ultra-efficient and affordable electric vehicles, announced a strategic and joint investment agreement to scale driverless vehicle fleets. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230509005577/en/ Self-driving Faction vehicles developed on the Arcimoto EV

Bath Body Works Issues ESG Report Tue, 05/09/2023 - 16:15 Subheader A Q with CEO Gina Boswell Type of Content Blog Layout Standard Format Body Tell us about Bath Body Works' first ESG Report.  Our first-ever Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report marks an especially exciting milestone as we transparently share our progress and approach with our stakeholders. Now more than ever, putting ESG at the center of how we work will be crucial in meeting our business goals. Within our report, w

​Sustainability skills are needed in positions far beyond the C-suite. ESG concerns are impacting how consumers, investors and executives make decisions in business and their everyday lives.

Brand advertising leader now delivers all media with renewable power

TimberTech by AZEK, one of the world’s leading brands for beautiful, sustainable, high-performance wood-alternative decking and outdoor living products, announced today that its Advanced PVC Decking line was named as a winner in Good Housekeeping’s 2023 Sustainable Innovation Awards. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230427005558/en/ TIMBERTECH® ADVANCED PVC DECKING RECOGNIZED AS A WINNER IN GOOD HOUSEKEEPING’S 2023 SUSTA

Activision Blizzard Will Donate $1 Million to the Call of Duty Endowment as Part of an In-Game Activation Fundraiser, ‘Loot for Good’

The Call of Duty Endowment, One of the Largest Funders of Veteran Employment, Has Helped Place Over 118K Veterans Into Meaningful Employment

New policy paper focuses on Female Veterans, bringing to light the struggles and obstacles they face when entering the workforce

Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) and Children’s Wisconsin today announced a $3 million commitment from Kohl’s that will support the opening of three additional mental health walk-in clinic locations in Wisconsin. The donation, which comes on the first day of National Mental Health Awareness Month, builds on the organizations’ continued work to build awareness, remove barriers, and make critical mental health services more accessible to youth and families across the state. This press release features multimedi

Comprehensive Healthcare recently announced that it received approval and funding to build a new on-site behavioral health service center and transitional housing at Camp Hope in Yakima, WA. The non-profit organization was awarded more than $1 million in Washington state funding to construct the new facility, designed to support people who are homeless and those who suffer from complex behavioral health and substance abuse challenges. Located on-site at Yakima’s Camp Hope – a low-barrier emergen

Demonstrates commitment to fostering a culture of inclusivity and valuing unique perspectives in delivering innovation in digital transformation

You won’t find Monty Stauffer behind a desk. This industrial designer spends his days exploring our factories, sifting through drains and waste bins, in search of something he can use—something destined for far more than the landfill.

LG Helps Consumers Make Smart Energy Choices With Earth Day Dishwasher Installation Program Fri, 04/28/2023 - 09:00 Subheader Special Promotion Covers ENERGY STAR ‘Most Efficient 2023’ LG Models Recognized by U.S. EPA for Superior Energy and Water Savings Type of Content Press Release Layout Standard Format Body Originally published on April 19, 2023 ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. April 28, 2023 /3BL Media/ - ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year LG Electronics USA is helping U.S. consumers make smart energy

Agency makes progress on efforts to reach carbon neutrality by 2045 through suite of measures to address climate change

New multi-year partnership will help provide 630,000 servings of fruits and vegetables to families across the country

Newly Released Report Details Company’s Progress and Plans for Growing Responsibly

Results conclude telecom industry will benefit from fiber’s sustainable qualities as ESG and CSR programs advance

Polaris Dawn crew donates Starlinks to organizations in Philippines, Chile, Peru, Brazil and Mozambique to improve access to global healthcare.

Company releases 2022 ESG Summary Report

Starting In April, a Tree Is Planted for Every Guest, Fueling Worldwide Reforestation Efforts

Verified net-zero targets anchor company’s short- and long-term global sustainability impact

Forbright Bank, a nationwide bank focused on decarbonization, is proud to have received Fossil-Free Certification, joining an alliance of banks and credit unions that have pledged to not finance fossil fuel companies or projects moving forward. The certification is provided by Bank.Green, a nonprofit organization working to elevate banks that do not finance fossil fuel projects or businesses. Bank.Green uses the certification to guide consumers toward environmentally friendly banks and credit un

COVID-19 has had far-reaching and long-lasting impact on sports and recreation across Canada. In 2020 the impact was immediately felt, as research showed Canadian kids lost over 277 million hours of sport participation.

Carnival Corporation Announces Significant 2022 Sustainability Advances Wed, 04/12/2023 - 10:15 Type of Content Press Release Layout Standard Format Body World’s largest cruise company releases annual sustainability report highlighting continued strong environmental performance and decarbonization momentum Report details far-reaching sustainability achievements, including new technologies and smart solutions to deliver on aggressive sustainability roadmap MIAMI, April 12, 2023 /3BL Media/ - Carn

Comcast today announced that it is expanding its partnership with The Arc of the United States to foster digital and advocacy skills in people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families. The expansion comes in the form of Comcast providing two new grants to The Arc totaling $710,000. The funding will allow The Arc to establish more Tech Coaching Centers at chapters across the country and offer The Arc@School special education advocacy curriculum to Spanish-speaking

Life-cycle analysis of aircraft engine bracket demonstrates importance of lightweighting via AM

Foundation grants to support relief and recovery efforts; bank services to help consumers and businesses.

University Student-Athletes Lead Interactive Sports Stations and Activities for Hundreds of Students with Disabilities

Fifth annual ESG report reflects the Solutions Integrator’s continued focus on fostering a diverse culture of teamwork, innovation and sustainability, empowering good through modern solutions

Essity, maker of Tork hygiene and tissue products, has once again been recognized as one of the world’s 100 most sustainable companies by Corporate Knights. The company has also been included in two other prestigious sustainability so far this year.

The lecture is one of the scheduled events for AIHce EXP, the annual conference for OEHS professionals hosted by AIHA

The report highlights increased overall representation of women and people of color across the company

Report shows Magnit’s unwavering commitment to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion and pursuing sustainable operations

Going the extra mile is a well-known phrase to U.S. Bank Product Manager Ted Gamble. In a 2021 project call with First Mile®, he began a journey that took him from exchanging smiles on video calls to logging miles on the running trail — with far reaching impact.

• EV ramp-up: Approximately 100% EV sales growth seen in 2023; own global high-power charging network starting in 2023
• Emission reduction: 80%¹ cut in CO₂ from own production sought by 2030; new green energy assets including solar, onshore and offshore wind power
• Human rights: Protective measures for further raw materials in 2023; expansion of projects to prevent child labour in mining regions
• Governance: Enhanced variable executive remuneration system
• Green finance: Revised framework retains highest “Dark Green” rating by CICERO with governance rated as excellent

Reaches 50% carbon emissions reduction target; reiterates commitment to supporting underserved financial services needs of educators

For the first time, women of color outnumber men named Dave in the boardroom

 Iberostar Group has published its ‘Wave of Change 2022 Year in Review’, an annual report that details progress on its 2030 Agenda. Highlights include the organization’s main commitments for 2023, including reducing its carbon footprint and eliminating food waste, among others.

 

Estée Lauder, EVONIK, Shiseido Company, Limited, Deutsche Post DHL, Clariant, Lidl International, and Lenovo Recognized for Excellence in Sustainable Procurement Performance

T. Rowe Price, a global investment management firm and a leader in retirement, today published the latest findings of its annual Retirement Savings and Spending study, which found women lag far behind men in terms of retirement contributions, savings, and confidence.

Granite’s ‘Saving by Shaving’ Event Has Raised More than $50 Million for Health Care in the Past Decade

Exelon spent more than $2.8 billion in 2022 with businesses owned by people of color, women and veterans as company focuses on growth of renewables, increased electrification, decarbonization and grid resiliency improvements

Bounty Taps Artists Shadé Akanbi, Reina Castellanos and Kingsley Nebechi for its Latest Prints Installment

• The appointment of Martin Burdekin as Group Sustainability Director – a new role within the business - reinforces Cedo’s commitment of embedding sustainability within its business strategy
• The company recycles over 80,000 tons of plastic each year to make the next generation of refuse sacks from fully recycled materials

The leading sustainability tech platform joins the ranks of OpenAI, NASA, and more

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