ESG News For Federative Republic of Brazil

New agreement signed at COP30 will see organisations collaborating to use artificial intelligence tools for biodiversity monitoring and digital platforms to boost public engagement in conservation efforts.

500 Global and The Earthshot Prize are partnering on an investment strategy to identify, support and scale climate solutions across Emerging Markets.Supporting three themes at the intersection of climate impact and commercial viability: AgTech, Clean Tech, and Nature Tech.The strategy was announced at The Earthshot Prize Summit in Rio De Janeiro ahead of the 2025 Earthshot Prize Awards Night, targeting to roll out H1 of 2026.

Drives water savings, debuts a new online ingredient resource, and deepens decarbonization partnerships.

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, today announced the third edition of the HCLTech Climate Action Grant in the Americas program.

Over the past year, heightened business uncertainty has made it harder for companies to offer key support to employees — employers have regressed in their role across the globe.Higher financial literacy results in lower loan default rates, higher loan affordability, and stronger GDP growth.

Regulatory News:Global digital services leader TP (ex-Teleperformance) and UNICEF have renewed their partnership to help strengthen education programmes in Brazil, Ghana, India and the Philippines over the next three years, as well as UNICEF’s emergency response efforts to humanitarian crises worldwide.Through the renewed partnership, TP’s support will help create safer and more inclusive learning environments equipped with water and sanitation facilities, train teachers, and provide school supp

Agriculture emerging as critical frontier in climate action, featuring prominently at COP30 in BrazilFive agricultural solutions standing out in tackling climate challenges and food security

Excelerate Energy, Inc. (the “Company” or “Excelerate”) (NYSE: EE) today announced the publication of its 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting the Company’s progress across key environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities during the 2024 calendar year.The 2024 Sustainability Report outlines Excelerate’s efforts to reduce emissions, enhance operational safety, and expand access to reliable energy in markets around the world. It also details the Company’s approach to stakeholder enga

Afya Limited (Nasdaq: AFYA; B3: A2FY34) (“Afya” or the “Company”), the leading medical education group and medical practice solutions provider in Brazil, announces the release of its 2024 Sustainability Report.The document, which presents Afya’s trajectory throughout 2024, follows the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards and is aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It also reports specific indicators from the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) and elements o

 

Pan American Silver Corp. (NYSE: PAAS) (TSX: PAAS) ("Pan American" or the "Company") today released its 2024 Sustainability Report (the "Report"), outlining Pan American's approach and performance in environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters. Spanish and Portuguese versions of the Report will be available shortly.Highlights of Pan American's 2024 ESG performance include:Reduced water use by over 220,000 m3 compared to the 2024 base case1.Completed the installation of a new filter tailin

“Their work has the potential to transform industries, drive sustainable advancements, and accelerate major breakthroughs in fields like cancer research, material science, and environmental engineering."

Sephora, in partnership with Haus Labs By Lady Gaga, champions beauty, belonging, and mental health for Pride with Born This Way Foundation.

The BTG Pactual Timberland Investment Group (BTG Pactual TIG), Conservation International, and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have won Environmental Finance’s 2025 award for “Sustainability-Linked Loan of the Year – Other” for the IFC’s loan package supporting BTG Pactual TIG’s Latin American reforestation strategy, for which Conservation International serves as impact adviser. This award recognizes the innovative financing model that ties financial incentives to sustainability outc

As part of the "Tackling STEM" education program announced last September, students visited Lincoln Financial Field for a morning filled with STEM-related activities.Since 2018, Braskem and the Philadelphia Eagles have successfully delivered free STEM education programming to approximately 24,000 Philadelphia-area students

Cargill Currents Partnership Benefits 150,000 through Clean Water Access and Community Empowerment

Puro.earth Confirms 1,000,000 Issuances of CO₂ Removal Certificates (CORCs), Representing Equivalent Tonnes of CO₂ Removed From the Atmosphere.

Annual recognition honors organizations committed to business integrity through robust ethics, compliance, and governance programs

Findings show prospect of a recovery in 2025 and potential for private capital to make the biggest impact on social outcomes in a decade

PPG and PPG Foundation invested $18.4 million in communities worldwide in 2024

Volunteers Invited to Join a Global Wave of Action to Expand Clean Water Access

Mattel to support over 80 nonprofits globally all year longWatch Mattel’s 80th anniversary philanthropy video HEREAdditional Assets HERE

Continuum Powders, a leader in sustainable, high-performance metal powders for advanced manufacturing, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Boersma as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). In this role, David will oversee the company’s Finance and Accounting functions, contributing his extensive expertise in operational and corporate finance to drive the company’s growth and innovation.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/

Samantha Hutten, PhD, Vice President of Translational Research at MJFF. “We are excited to apply C2N’s analytically validated biomarker tests widely used in the field of Alzheimer’s disease research..."

Year in giving reflects continued commitment to housing initiatives, environmental stewardship, and workforce development

Recognition highlights LP’s industry leadership in environmental, social and governance excellence for second consecutive year

One-year postponement: unity and inclusive efforts key to realize the EUDR

Funding Supports 164 Nonprofit Organizations Providing Nutrition, Educational Resources, and Safe Spaces to Children and Communities in Need

Together with National Hispanic Energy Council, Avangrid brings together 15 Hispanic legislators, municipal officials, business executives, and nonprofit leaders to discuss energy issues facing Hispanic community; commits to convening annuallyAvangrid to become a Business Member of the National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators, and Avangrid CEO Pedro Azagra to become member of the Board of Trustees of the National Hispanic Energy CouncilPhotos from the event available HERE

Donation reflects LP’s longtime support of veterans and active-duty service members, including its ongoing partnership with the Gary Sinise Foundation

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, today announced the second edition of HCLTech Climate Action Grant in the Americas program.

Program expands existing relationship to serve teachers and students across three continents

Ag Growth International’s (AGI) Canadian farm team has released a pink limited-edition UCX³ U-trough belt conveyor in support of breast cancer awareness. During October Breast Cancer Awareness Month, AGI invites Canadian farmers to bid on the fully loaded, one-of-a-kind field loader (MSRP $87,156 CAD), or the public can make a donation. All proceeds will go to the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS).This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/h

Today, Estée Lauder (NYSE: EL) announces the launch of its inaugural Emerging Leaders Beautiful Forces grants, furthering the brand's commitment to women’s leadership. Through a partnership via the Estée Lauder Emerging Leaders Fund (ELELF) and grantee, Vital Voices Global Partnership, the new initiative will deepen the brand’s investment in supporting emerging women leaders globally and helping to advance their influence and impact.This press release features multimedia. View the full release h

LP and the LP Foundation recognized as national partners of the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E Program, which provides our nation’s most severely wounded heroes with new, specially adapted mortgage-free smart homes to help them regain their freedom and independence

Corridor Program: Mercedes-Benz and Hydro extend their strategic partnership to support the long-term development of communities along the aluminum supply chain in the state of Pará, Brazil.Just Transition: Lighthouse project to create positive impacts for both people and nature throughout aluminum supply chain in Brazil.Joint efforts: Mercedes-Benz, Hydro and local NGOs form a steering committee to enhance community involvement in mining area.Decarbonization: In 2022, Hydro and Mercedes-Benz agreed to work together on a technology roadmap for producing low-carbon aluminum.

Partnership Platform Boosts Efforts to Deliver Multifaceted Solutions in Communities Facing Water Challenges

A longstanding commitment: Regions named to the Disability Equality Index for the fourth consecutive year.

LP unveils 2024 Sustainability Report, showcasing leadership in sustainable practices

TD Bank earns top score of 100 on 2024 Disability Equality Index®, reflecting its commitment to the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion for over a decade.

US $5.9 million Prize attracts submissions from 156 countriesHigh number of entries leverage advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and blockchain to address pressing sustainability challengesSince 2008, the Prize has transformed the lives of over 384 million people

Maker of iconic brands such as Neutrogena®, Listerine®, Aveeno® and Tylenol® shares progress on its Environmental, Social and Governance goals in first year as an independent company.

The transaction is the largest known carbon dioxide removal credit transaction to date, according to MSCI Carbon Markets dataThe credits will be delivered from the BTG Pactual Timberland Investment Group’s $1 billion reforestation and restoration strategy in Latin America, for which Conservation International serves as Impact AdviserThe transaction highlights the significant potential for restoration in Latin America to deliver climate impact alongside benefits for biodiversity and communities

New 2030 social and environmental targets set for ofi’s global operations which span ~50 countries, building on the existing product-specific strategies for cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts, and spices.Strong focus on supply chain excellence to enhance supplier engagement, mitigate supply chain risks, and give customers more rigorous, verifiable data for sustainability decision-making and reporting.Impact will be achieved in partnership with farmers, governments, civil society and ofi’s customers, backed by clear action plans and methodologies outlined by ofi.

Motorola and the Lenovo Foundation are committed to inclusion and smarter technology for all, and today we reaffirm this dedication with the expansion of our Indigenous Languages Support Initiative. As part of our ongoing efforts to raise awareness and empower Indigenous communities, Motorola is proud to announce the addition of Ladin, a minority language spoken in Italy’s Dolomites region (South of Tyrol), to the list of over 90 languages supported in our smartphones.United Nations Educational,

Mary Kay Inc., a corporate cheerleader in support of STEM education and youth pursuing their dreams, recently awarded three grants to five standout high school scientists, selected from nearly 2,000 participants representing almost 70 countries, with grants at the Regeneron International Science & Engineering Fair (ISEF) in Los Angeles. The grants—totaling nearly $10,000—were awarded to students with innovative projects focused on finding cures for cancers affecting women, sustainable packaging

Strengthening of a unique NGO-corporation collaboration model that links conservation goals with economic potential and addresses societal issues like deforestation and land degradation.Extension of multi-year agreement that started in 2018, focusing on five strategic projects across the globe.By 2026, ambitious target to recover over 300 thousand hectares of degraded land in Cerrado Brazil and regenerate agricultural soils in China with a focus to impact the agricultural sector for the adaption of sustainable farming practices. In the US the focus lies in enhancing climate resilience of crop land.Collaboration and innovation drive the transformation of agriculture into a climate solution that regenerates soil and nature.

Barbie brand honors the profound impact of sports in igniting confidence among young girls by:Honoring nine women in sports who have broken boundaries around the world with one-of-a-kind Role Model dollsPartnering with VOICEINSPORT to keep girls in sports through mentorshipIntroducing doll assortments highlighting fan-favorite careers in sports

Company Commits Over $200,000 in Cash and Health Care Product Donations, Matches Employee Contributions

Convinced of the urgency to advance the cause of sustainable construction in the face of climate challenges, demographic changes, and the need to protect resources, Saint-Gobain launched the Sustainable Construction Observatory in 2023. Today, this Observatory has released the second edition of its Sustainable Construction Barometer1, a study conducted by the CSA research institute, to better understand the perceptions of key stakeholders and the levers to be activated to accelerate the developm