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In celebration of her milestone 100th World Cup victory, Ikon Pass will match donations up to $50,000 to help Mikaela Shiffrin, the greatest skier of all time and Ikon Pass ambassador, raise $100,000 for Share Winter Foundation, to support youth learn to ski and snowboard initiatives. Ikon Pass holders are encouraged to make a donation at ikonpass.com/ambassadors/mikaela-shiffrin.Share Winter’s mission is to enrich the lives of youth through winter sports through collaboration with mountain part

Today, Sephora North America revealed the names of eight BIPOC brands selected for its 2025 Accelerate program, a signature incubator designed to nurture and propel emerging beauty brands. Marking a decade of championing emerging talent, the program remains a vital launchpad for BIPOC-founded and -owned businesses, with this year’s cohort spanning the haircare, makeup, skincare, and fragrance categories.The Sephora Accelerate program features an industry-leading six-month curriculum with mentors

Global technology corporation FPT recently achieved the EcoVadis Platinum rating through its French subsidiary. This is the highest distinction in the survey conducted by EcoVadis, an international organization that evaluates corporate sustainability activities. The recognition places FPT in the top 1% of companies evaluated worldwide for their commitment to sustainable business practices.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/2

Approximately 90% of the Wi-Fi terminals and 78% of the switches from the Olympic sites will be installed at La Poste's locations in France beginning in 2025This extensive reuse plan is part of the legacy of Paris 2024, aiming for more sustainable GamesLa Poste employees will benefit from enhanced connectivity with refurbished cutting-edge equipment

Factor is donating 10 refrigerated vans in Aurora, IL and Goodyear, AZ where Factor operates production and distribution centersThe refrigerated vans will enhance hunger relief organizations' ability to collect, transport, and distribute fresh food directly to people facing hunger

Three events included 68 sponsors and 250 participants

Tickets on Sale Friday, November 22 at Noon  "… nothing short of spectacular." – Forbes“The entire night was a joyful singalong" – Variety“A joyous, hits-filled musical celebration” – Detroit Free Press

Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. (NYSE: RYAM, the “Company”) today announced the publication of its 2023 Sustainability Report, which outlines the Company’s progress in driving innovation, environmental stewardship, corporate social responsibility, and governance efforts. The report highlights RYAM’s continued commitment to sustainable growth, as well as its dedication to operational excellence and community engagement.Key highlights from the 2023 report include:Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction

Annual assessment highlights progress on multiple fronts, including sustainable aviation fuel, electric vehicles, LEED-certified facilities and more

At Straus Family Creamery, we are committed to leading by example, implementing scalable climate solutions that can serve as a blueprint for other dairies worldwide to follow.

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

The TV star and entrepreneur details her family’s story in new campaign to help families recognize the signs and symptoms of agitation in Alzheimer’s dementia

First Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) report enhances transparency and accountabilityCompany advances sustainability across its products, operations and value chain as part of its Healthy Lives MissionProgress includes reducing Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions1, 2, 3 by 26% since 2020 and increasing renewable electricity4 usage to 65% of its electricity usage

New grants will support high schools and middle schools in cities across the United StatesMore than $6 million will go toward AI education and literacyMarc and Lynne Benioff will donate an additional $3 million to schools in Hawai’i

Esker’s AI-driven solutions were recognized across five categories, ranging from customer service to financial services.

‘25 Years Young’ celebrates the 25th anniversary of the foundationA global call for contributions will award impactful and innovative youth projects

The Dion Foundation for Children with Rare Diseases will finance expansion in the US of Atamyo’s first-in-human trial of ATA-200.The Phase 1b, dose-escalation study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of ATA-200 in children has already received regulatory clearance in Europe.ATA-200 is a single-injection gene therapy aimed to treat limb-girdle muscular dystrophy Type 2C/R5 (LGMD2C/R5) caused by mutations in the g-sarcoglycan gene

LuxCreo today announced an expansion of its partnership with ASICS to enable rapid local delivery of personalized 3D printed shoes and insoles that are accessible to everyone.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240726352075/en/ASICS Personalization Studio (Photo: Business Wire)“Diverse customer needs across different sports require us to transform the way we make our products so they are truly personalized,” said Genki Hata

Vizient announced a strategic partnership with carbon accounting platform provider Greenly to support Vizient’s Climate Performance Solutions.

This year’s Giveback marks more than $10 million donated to 86 organizations since inception, impacting millions of people globally.

“Our global leadership in the lab-instrument and technology sector enables us to have a positive impact on science and society. It also drives our efforts as a leading sustainable lab partner for our customers.”

Natixis Investment Managers welcomed the Boston-area students who were awarded its 2024 Global Equal Opportunities Advancement Scholarship.

96% of corporate professionals say their organizations have, or plan to take, climate action.

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

Report Highlights Overlooked Audiences and What Marketers Can Do to Close the Gap

Over a third (36%) of disabled people feel anxious or frustrated when it comes to visiting the dentist1As the #1 recommended toothbrush brand by dentists worldwide, Oral-B is dedicated to transforming the dental office experience for people with disabilities into a more positive oneOral-B launches The Disability Champions Award Programme for dental staff across Europe, in partnership with the iADH

Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. (NYSE: RYAM) is announcing that, effective July 2, 2024, it will suspend operations at its Temiscaming High Purity Cellulose (HPC) plant for an indefinite period. As previously communicated, the Company remains committed to operating its assets profitably.Given current market conditions and high capital and fixed costs associated with the HPC plant, this decision will help mitigate the plant’s ongoing operating losses and improve the Company’s consolidated free c

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

As demand for the company's climate-resilient technology products grows, Sabanci’s investment and expertise will unlock opportunities in EMEA

Gillette partners with National Basketball Youth Mentorship Program to help enable access to positive role models for youth in underserved communities in Canada

The program provides free, full-featured Gurobi licenses and expert technical guidance for qualifying non-profit organizations.

Global Tennis Sponsor to Activate Initiatives to Contribute to the Accessibility and Growth of Tennis and Positively Impact the Coachella Valley

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

The 2024 Season to Kick off With Two “Monumental” Regattas: The Transat CIC and The Québec Saint-MaloIt will be an epic season, with an unmissable ingredient: courage

Midsize businesses cited cybersecurity, the competitive environment and weakening consumer confidence as top challenges for the year ahead

In response to the escalating need for sustainable practices in the food industry, Sodexo, a global leader in sustainable food and valued experiences, proudly introduces the inaugural edition of the International Sustainable Food Barometer, developed in collaboration with Harris Interactive.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240116002666/en/(Photo: Business Wire)This exclusive study distinguishes itself through elevating t

Westlake Global Compounds, a leading provider of PVC compounds, is combining its sustainability efforts with Westlake Dimex, a leading recycler of industrial PVC. This collaboration will leverage Westlake Global Compounds' expertise in PVC compounds with Westlake Dimex's expertise in recycled materials, helping Westlake Global Compounds in its efforts to reduce waste and its environmental impact."Westlake Global Compounds and Westlake Dimex will continue our efforts to reduce our environmental f

From launch to first place in just 18 months: the project of Bona & IBSA enters the Class40 “hall of fame”

The strategy is simple: “Charge less, Give more.”This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231213185900/en/Tyndall Federal Credit Union, a 67-year-old credit union based in Panama City, has shared more profits with its members over the last 5 years than any other credit union in the country, a total of more than $62 million. They have given back more than $22 million in 2023 alone.The latest Profit-Share Giveback Deposits were ma

The “Join the Move to –15 C” initiative will explore a potential evolution in frozen food temperature standards that could save carbon dioxide emissions equivalent to removing 3.8 million cars from roadways per year

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Yesterday, the Class40 IBSA with Alberto Bona and co-skipper Pablo Santurde del Arco completed in third position one of the most iconic and watched transoceanic regattas, crossing the finish line in Fort-de-France, Martinique, after 18 days, 21 hours, 21 minutes and 47 seconds of navigation and 5,466 miles actually sailed at an average speed of 12.1 knots. By gaining the podium, Bona and Santurde took the Class40 IBSA to a whole new level, achieving an important result for the project Sailing in

Regulatory News:Teleperformance (Paris:TEP), a global leader in digital business services, was named one of the Top 5 World’s Best Workplaces™ 2023 by Fortune and Great Place to Work®. It is the third consecutive year that Teleperformance was named to the prestigious world’s top employer list.Teleperformance is among 25 global leaders that were selected from organizations that participated in Great Place To Work’s employee survey process, representing the voices of 14.8 million employees worldwi

CoStar Group continued its investment in the Richmond community by participating in this year’s ArborDayRVA festivities on Sunday, October 29thVolunteers from across the company participated in tree planting as part of Keep Virginia Beautiful’s fall “LOVE VA” campaign

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Alberto Bona: "it will be a very gripping challenge, and we are ready and focused"

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Regulatory News:Teleperformance (Paris:TEP), a global leader in digital business services, announced today that it was named among the top 10 Best Workplaces in Europe™ 2023 by Great Place to Work®. The company ranked the 7th Best Workplace in Europe among multinational companies in France, Greece, Italy, Portugal, Switzerland, Turkey and the U.K.Nearly 34,000 Teleperformance employees across Europe participated in the annual confidential survey, which rated the digital business services company

Emmanuel Schalit Named CEO

Banofi Leather develops plant-based leather products, including materials used for handbags and apparel