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The number of women-owned microbusinesses has continued to increase in both the U.S. and U.K. according to the GoDaddy Venture Forward U.S. National Survey conducted in August 2023 (n=3,525). As a result, the gender gap narrowed.
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At Leidos, we work every day to advance environmental sustainability for our customers and our enterprise. Through our three climate action goals, we aim to reduce GHG emissions and resource consumption and increase our use of clean energy.
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Utah Community Action (UCA) has received a grant from KeyBank for $300,000 in support of the expansion of its workforce development program, which offers training and credentials to help low-income individuals increase wages, benefits, job retention and career opportunities.
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The projected global revenue from shifting to a circular economy is expected to increase from $339 billion in 2022 to $712 billion in 2026.
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For many NGOs around the world, the future of artificial intelligence (AI) could seem both promising and uncertain. Will AI widen the digital divide or lead to more social inclusion? Can AI help NGOs increase their social impact or does it require too many resources?
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Universalizing digital access to healthcare and pharmacy products is an integral component of Walgreens Boots Alliance’s strategy to increase healthcare access, particularly in medically underserved communities.
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Since 1999, Habitat for Humanity and Whirlpool Corporation have worked together to help improve lives and increase access to safe, resilient and affordable homes in communities around the world. Today, Whirlpool and Habitat mark the 25th anniversary of their collaboration.
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The Duke Energy Foundation is launching the third year of its $500,000 microgrant program to invest in emergency preparedness organizations across South Carolina to increase their resiliency to major weather events through advanced preparation, planning, equipment and training.
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At Albertsons Cos., we are committed to fighting food insecurity in the communities we serve. We are thrilled to partner with Uber to create a reliable donation pick up program for our partner with Uber to create a reliable donation pick up program for our partner food recovery.
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As Duke Energy strengthens the electric grid to be more resilient and reduce outages, the company is offering money-saving programs to customers while ensuring it can handle the increase in electric vehicle (EV) adoption.
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Our Twentyby30™ goals have put us on the right course, positioning us to reduce water usage, meet wastewater quality standards, increase employee access to safe water and replenish high-stress sources from which we withdraw water.
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In its quest for supporting a healthy planet, Walgreens committed to four goals for its branded products, by 2030: reduce plastic packaging by 30%, make all packaging recyclable, increase recycled content in packaging and eliminate problematic single-use packaging.
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Results from the pilot study reveal that mixed reality "is an innovative technology that holds promise to increase donor engagement, satisfaction, and retention," researchers said.
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During National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, AB’s Director of Social Research & Engagement, Saskia Kort-Chick reflects on how climate change may increase the risk of modern slavery, which can have material implications for investors.
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Global packaging solutions provider SEE is implementing measures to increase energy efficiency and implementation of renewable energy sources across the value chain.
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The global population is predicted to reach 9.7 billion by 2050. To feed everyone, it is estimated that global food production will need to increase by up to 70 percent in the next 30 years.
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The Sustainability Network, Northern Trust’s global employee environmental engagement program, aims to increase awareness of sustainability issues, promoting best practices and unifying environmentally focused business operations.
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Renewable energy output needs to increase three-fold by 2030 to help prevent global warming exceeding 1.5°C, with governments being urged to step up rapid action.
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Bloomberg announced the launch of new green-tilted fixed income indices, which seek to increase weighting to green bonds in some of Bloomberg’s flagship indices such as the Global Aggregate, Treasury and Corporate Indices.
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Progressive financial institutions are looking beyond the sector for talent. The significant increase in reporting requirements driven by fund labelling has created substantial challenges for fund managers launching sustainable and impact investing-focused strategies.
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Benevity reports another record-breaking GivingTuesday with $150 million donated to 53K+ nonprofits. Companies drove a 22% increase in giving year-over-year, setting records in employee donations, corporate granting and volunteering hours.
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A new psychological contract is transforming the modern workplace, highlighted by an increase in collective actions and changing employee expectations.
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In a recent article for Responsible Investor, Acre’s Global Director of Sustainable Finance, Ian-Povey Hall, discusses the increase in hiring of professionals with technical knowledge of nature and biodiversity by financial institutions.
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To kick-off Native American Heritage Month, NBCUniversal and IllumiNative, the Native women-led organization focused on amplifying contemporary Native voices, stories, and issues to advance justice, equity, and self-determination, announced a new partnership.
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AMD now powers 140 supercomputers on the latest Top500 list representing a 39% year-over-year increase. Additionally, AMD powers eight of the top ten most energy efficient supercomputers in the world based on the latest Green500 list.
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U.S. Bank was recently awarded the 2023 Residential Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leadership Award for Market Outreach Strategies – Large Lender by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA).
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The electrification of more areas of the economy, including transportation, building systems and industry, will drive a substantial increase in power demand by 2050.
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KeyBank is investing $400,000 in NeighborWorks Western Pennsylvania to help increase financial stability and homeownership throughout the region with a focus on Black individuals and families who have historically had inequitable access to homeownership.
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Wells Fargo Foundation has committed $3.45 million over the next three years to Compass to help expand access to the Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program, a savings incentive program that helps families increase their earnings and build financial capability and assets.
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For generations, the metals and minerals that the mining industry produces have been integral to improving quality of life. And the industry is on the cusp of a staggering increase in demand for materials critical for low-carbon and renewable energy technology.
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Recently, there has been an increase in lawsuits related to ethylene oxide exposure, with individuals and communities seeking compensation for the health effects they have suffered from occupational or other environmental exposures.
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Seattle University and T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) are joining forces to help deliver Seattle University’s Connected Experience initiative which aims to improve digital equity for students, advance student success outcomes, increase operational efficiencies and drive innovation.
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SPARK™, an employee volunteer program from MilliporeSigma, the U.S. and Canada Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, engages the next generation of scientists through Curiosity Labs™ - which educates and inspires students through interactive science lessons.
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KeyBank Partnership With Operation HOPE Marks Beginning of New Era in Homebuyer Financial Education in Buffalo Fri, 09/22/2023 - 12:50 Subheader Financial coach will serve at KeyBank’s East Delavan branch to provide one-on-one and group financial assistance and access to programming at no cost Type of Content Article Layout Standard Format Body KeyBank and Operation HOPE, Inc., a national non-profit dedicated to financial empowerment for underserved communities, celebrated the beginning of a new
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As a leader in health care, Boston Scientific is dedicated to creating healthier communities in a wealth of ways, including large-scale programs like Close the Gap that help increase health equity in the U.S. and global corporate volunteer initiatives such as Season of Giving.
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We believe that climate change can have a material impact on investment outcomes. As climate-related policies and regulations increase, we strategize about how AB can prepare our business, and those in which we invest.
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The KeyBank Foundation has awarded Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership (INHP) a $300,000 grant to continue its efforts to create or preserve affordable housing opportunities near Indianapolis transit lines as part of the city’s first Equitable Transit development.
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In the spirit of continuous improvement, Avantor’s supply chain and operations teams look for opportunities to increase recyclable and post-consumer recycled content materials in the packaging processes at our global distribution centers.
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Five Digital Technology Trends Defining the Future of Work Wed, 09/06/2023 - 12:55 Type of Content Article Layout Standard Format Body Constant and rapid technological innovation has resulted in astounding growth in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), and with it, changes to both today’s and tomorrow’s workplaces and workforces. Studies illustrate the ability of AI to automate tasks and increase efficiency across all sectors. While not fully mature or integrated within every industry, AI is
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Mondelēz 2022 Snacking Made Right Report: Water Waste Tue, 09/26/2023 - 16:10 Type of Content Article Layout Standard Format Body Mondelēz 2022 Snacking Made Right Report Water We depend on water to make our much-loved snacks and aim to use this precious natural resource responsibly. To this end, we aim to reduce our water use as much as possible and support initiatives throughout the value chain to conserve water. Our Goal Progress: 14% Reduction In 2022, we achieved an approximately 14% reduct
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North America is home to the largest rise in planned hydrogen projects globally which is forecast to increase due to demand and progression in the industry.
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We support our customers’ goals to increase use of cellulosic materials for absorbent hygiene applications, resulting in improved end-of-life solutions such as recyclability and compostability.
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We aim to continuously improve the sustainability, reduce the environmental impact, and increase the efficiency of our more than 5,000 air and ground hubs, local stations, freight service centers, and retail locations.
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KeyBank announced an investment of $800,000 in The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland to increase meaningful access to courts and government agencies and access to justice for people with low-income.
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TCS 2023 Digital Empowers Annual Report Explores Potential of Technology To Advance Belonging Exploring Transformative Tech"" typeof="foaf:Image" />Thu, 08/24/2023 - 07:30 Type of Content Multimedia with summary Layout Standard Format Body Advancing inclusion and belonging in meaningful ways requires a highly intentional use of digital technology, according to the most recent report published by Digital Empowers, Tata Consultancy Services’ corporate social responsibility thought leadership pr
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On many college campuses, back to school can also mean an increase in alcohol consumption. If you have a loved one heading back to school, it’s important to speak to them about the dangers of alcohol abuse.
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This Car Dealership Drives Therapy Dogs to Folks in Need of Mental Health Support Tue, 08/22/2023 - 08:05 Subheader This car retailer went the extra mile by adding therapy dogs to its team. Type of Content Article Layout Standard Format Body Originally published by GoodGoodGood BY KAMRIN BAKER Most dogs love a car ride: windows down, ears flapping in the wind, their wet noses capturing the scents of the world as it races by. But sometimes the destination is even more rewarding. Subaru’s Las Vega
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As students return to classrooms, Verizon aims to increase digital equity and inclusion for teachers and students nationwide through its award-winning education initiative, Verizon Innovative Learning.
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Edison International 2022 Diversity, Equity Inclusion Report: Advancing Gender Parity Paradigm for Parity" showing." typeof="foaf:Image" />Gender Representation at the highest Levels". Two pie charts showing statistics." typeof="foaf:Image" />Mon, 09/11/2023 - 14:35 Type of Content Article Layout Standard Format Body As a company that serves one of the most diverse regions in the country, it is critical to have a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of our customers and communities.
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Edison International 2022 Diversity, Equity Inclusion Report: Increasing Development Opportunities Wed, 09/06/2023 - 09:35 Type of Content Article Layout Standard Format Body Fostering better career opportunities for underrepresented talent has never been more important, and it requires strategic investment in the right workplace policies and programs. In 2022, SCE expanded on previous successes and launched new initiatives: Developed a new training module on leading with inclusion. In 2023, we