ESG News For Milwaukee

2025 marks 125 years of innovation in sustainable water solutionsIn 2024, Zurn Elkay products saved 32.5 billion gallons of water and prevented the need for 19 billion single-use plastic water bottlesCompared to its 2021 baseline, Zurn Elkay has achieved a 23% reduction in energy intensity and a 38% reduction in GHG intensity

Demonstrates TTI’s Commitment to Sustainable Products and Practices

Zurn Elkay ranks No. 1 in Wisconsin and No. 3 in the Capital Goods sector2025 marks fifth consecutive year Zurn Elkay has made the list 

Zurn Elkay ranks No. 1 in Wisconsin and No. 1 in the Capital Goods sector2025 marks fifth consecutive year Zurn Elkay has made the list 

Gifts made through Kohl’s Cares National Giveback Initiative will support more than 40 nonprofits across the country

Zurn Elkay ranked No. 10 in the U.S., No. 1 in Wisconsin on inaugural list

Zurn Elkay ranked No. 31 in the U.S., No. 1 in Wisconsin on inaugural list

More than 25 nonprofits in Milwaukee and Waukesha counties receive grants to support family health and wellness

The “Powering Milwaukee Forward” initiative will fund 10 Milwaukee organizations to increase access to basic needs and maternal healthcare in vulnerable communities.

“Our work with hydrogen technology is a key part of Yamaha’s commitment to sustainability and innovation,” said Grant Suzuki, Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Chief of Technology. “By collaborating with industry leaders and advancing hydrogen propulsion systems, we’re not only exploring new possibilities for carbon-neutral marine products but also ensuring the performance and reliability Yamaha is known for remain uncompromised.”This press release features multimedia. View the full release here:

Successful U.S.-ASEAN Smart Cities program offers blueprint for high impact, peer-to-peer water utility partnerships that advance UN SDG 6

The company helps fight hunger and support vulnerable communities in Pittsburgh

Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit President Ben Speciale joined executives from across several industries to discuss methods of achieving carbon neutrality during the 2024 Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum, August 15. The panel, which included representatives from automotive, oil, marine and the automotive supplier industries, unanimously called for multiple pathways to achieving carbon neutrality and agreed that a “one size fits all” electric approach method is not viable. The hope is that the disc

Three military and veteran support organizations announced today that they were joining forces to help local Chicago-area students by providing backpacks filled with key supplies needed to be successful in the upcoming school year. Participating organizations include Massachusetts-based Brighton Marine, Inc., The Truman National Security Project and the DNC Veterans & Military Families Council.Volunteers from each organization will gather at an event at the National Veterans Art Museum on August

Together for a Cure: Fundraising Events Will Further Breast Cancer Research and Support Patients Now

Kohl’s support of family health and wellness continues in company’s hometown with latest partnership renewals

ComEd’s CONSTRUCT Youth Academy expands in second year to prepare more area youth for roles in the growing clean energy field

Provides critical access to capital through grants and expanded discounted lending for small business owners in Illinois and Wisconsin

Partnership supports the expansion of youth programming, trauma-informed training, and the creation of a new mental health support group in the Milwaukee area over the next two years

On Friday, April 26, 2024, Yamaha Motor Corporation gave the first demonstration of a hydrogen-powered golf car at the Yamaha Marine Innovation Center in Kennesaw, Georgia, following a meeting of the Georgia Hydrogen Energy Braintrust, an organization that works with Georgia businesses, public and private partners, energy companies, universities, transportation agencies and others to elevate the state’s leadership position in hydrogen energy.This press release features multimedia. View the full

Demonstrates Ongoing Commitment to Protecting and Conserving Water; Social Investments and Philanthropy Reach $7.7 Million During the Year

Hydrogen one of multiple technology solutions to achieve carbon neutrality

ClimateView, a Swedish technology firm, and KERAMIDA, a U.S. engineering and consulting company, have announced a partnership to drive strategy innovation in Climate Action Planning across cities, states, and regions in North America. This collaboration merges the data-driven planning software platform of ClimateView with KERAMIDA's extensive consulting experience on Climate Action Plans, aiming to transform U.S. cities' approach to the climate transition. Their current projects include efforts

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. joined the Fuel Cell & Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA) alongside hydrogen producers, infrastructure providers, engineering firms and other off takers as part of its pursuit of multiple technology solutions to achieve carbon neutrality. The company recently announced the development of a hydrogen outboard motor, and its parent company, Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., also announced plans to acquire all shares of electric outboard company Torqeedo®.This press release f

Fifteen not-for-profit organizations nominated by Baker Tilly team members receive $10,000 Baker Tilly Wishes grants.

Marks the first PFAS-related filter integrated into Elkay® bottle fillers and faucetsFilters out lead and PFOA / PFOS – two of the most prevalent PFAS contaminants

Non-profit health plan prioritizes food security through donations, employee volunteerism

Maintaining 98% solid-waste recycling rate and launching nationwide behavioral health program headline company’s progress toward commitments

Investment in Momenta Industry 5.0 venture capital fund gives Rockwell early access to innovative technology that promotes resiliency, agility, and sustainability

Jason Broshear, Division Manager, Corporate Planning and Sustainability, Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., accepted the River Guardian Award for Yamaha’s support of Chattahoochee Riverkeeper’s education programs through the supply of outboard engines for their Floating Classrooms and scholarships for underserved youth. This partnership allows students to experience the natural environment, some for their first time out on the water.This press release features multimedia. View the full release he

The Cool Water Program promotes water consumption throughout the school day.

The 10th Annual Kenai Classic Roundtable sponsored by Yamaha Rightwaters™ included a robust discussion on the possible effect Offshore Wind (OSW) could have on fishery management and access, led by Andy Lipsky, Offshore Wind Program Lead, NOAA® Fisheries, and Mike Waine, Atlantic Fisheries Policy Director, American Sportfishing Association®. Both speakers shared concerns and sought input on solutions to meet the challenge of coexistence between OSW and healthy fisheries.Lipsky reported a surge i

Recap of CSR stories on Business Wire

Zurn Elkay donates $2.2 million of Elkay drinking water filters to support MPS and the City of Milwaukee’s ongoing commitment to providing safer, cleaner drinking water.MPS is installing 700 new Elkay filtered bottle filling stations and has converted 2,500 existing filtered drinking fountains to the Elkay filtration system, using donated water filter connectors and filters.

Sustainability initiative compliments Yamaha’s goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035

Amazon Literary Partnership awards nearly $1 million in grant and sponsorship funding to 93 literary nonprofits nationwideAmazon Literary Partnership is committed to supporting writing programs and nonprofit literary organizations that uplift and amplify writers and promote diversity in storytelling

First Recipient Working to Pursue Career as a Fisheries Biologist

Yamaha Rightwaters™ marked its fourth anniversary by recapping sustainability and conservation initiative progress from the past 12 months. From June 2022 through June 2023, Yamaha Rightwaters reinforced a commitment to carbon neutrality, sponsored new projects that support marine habitat restoration and clean-up initiatives, sponsored a white paper that calls for the management of aquatic invasive species and supported meaningful marine scientific research.This press release features multimedia

Report Details the Company’s Continued Dedication to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Practices

Key actions span four pillars to Empower People, Advance Communities and Society, Champion Responsible Business Practices and Invest in Sustainable Systems

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 multimedia

Global power equipment and floorcare & cleaning company Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd. (“TTI” or the “Company”) (stock code: HK:0669, ADR symbol: TTNDY) is proud to announce it has committed to setting Science-Based targets by signing the Science Based Target initiatives (SBTi) commitment letter. This action officially aligns the Company with the mission of the Paris Agreement and establishes our commitment to reducing carbon emissions throughout our value chain.We are progressing towards our Sc

ISACA, One In Tech Foundation and the Caterpillar Foundation are partnering to provide instruction, mentorship and career development opportunities

Collaboration between telehealth provider and basketball star Giannis Antetokounmpo’s non-profit to offer no-charge mental health care services to the people of Milwaukee

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Wisconsin was awarded Health Equity Accreditation by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).NCQA is an independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to assessing and reporting on the quality of managed care plans, managed behavioral health care organizations, preferred provider organizations, new health plans, physician organizations, credentials verification organizations, disease management programs and other health-related programs.Health E

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (NYSE: ZWS) published its 2022 Sustainability Report.

Toward One Wisconsin 2023 takes place April 25 to 26 in Appleton

PPG and the PPG Foundation invested $16.2 million in communities worldwide in 2022.

Funding will address current food supply shortfalls through food donations, as well as support Hunger Task Force’s 60+ food pantries across the city and provide thousands of free meals to kids during this summer

Mobile distributions will provide access to healthy foods for individuals and families throughout communities in 9 states