ESG News For Optimist

This year’s Index failed to match its record-shattering performance from 2023 but still posted third-highest score of all time while cementing positive long-term trend for conscious consumerism

Additional Findings Show Respondents Remain Hopeful About Improving Their Own Financial Wellbeing in the Coming Year, Despite Increasing Concern About the Broader Economy

Second global study finds consumers in China, IMEA and Latin America have stopped purchasing products that use excessive amounts of water

But New Survey From Samsung Solve for Tomorrow RevealsUrgent Need to Address Looming AI Knowledge Gap in Schools

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

“Humankind 100” ranking celebrates companies’ positive human impactAlphabet earns the top spot for the third year in a row

Report showcases global initiatives and robust roadmap for Light & Wonder as an industry leader on Environmental, Social and Governance programsContributed $2.3 million in total donations, contributions and sponsorships and volunteered approximately 16,000 hours to 289 charitable organizations

- Survey compares global and US multigenerational responses on how to plan for water, transportation, housing, climate and technology needs- Compares responses from residents in California, Florida, New York and Texas

ComEd’s Market Development Initiative offers training and support services to expand delivery of clean energy & money saving options to customers

NeoGenomics released its 2023 ESG Report, measuring key sustainability focus areas – quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and innovation.

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

Longest running award show celebrating Asians and Pacific Islanders in entertainment, arts and culture will air exclusively on ChimeTV on December 18 at 8 PM EST

More Than 10,000 of the Specially Designed Squishmallows Will Be Donated to Make-A-Wish Chapters in the U.S. and Canada Beginning this Fall

$330,000 granted to nonprofits across the U.S. with a focus on healthy lifestyles for children and families

Authors Dr. Scott McCalla, Dr. Lisa Langford, and Dr. Alfreda Goods explore why some diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) approaches fall short and how shifting to value-based thinking can more effectively foster belonging

“Humankind 100” ranking celebrates companies’ positive human impactAlphabet earns the top spot for the second year in a row

Companies Must Make Sustainability Commitments Real to Unlock Enthusiasm and Counteract Skepticism

In celebration of Earth Month, Green Chef will plant one tree for every new meal kit box sold; Green Chef also introduces a new Earth Month Selects menu category featuring sustainably sourced proteins, upcycled ingredients, and recipes with a low carbon footprint

New data shows Ford on track to achieve carbon neutrality no later than 2050 across its vehicles, operations and supply chain, and estimates that lifetime vehicle carbon dioxide emissions may be reduced by as much as 60% for consumers driving a Ford EV versus a similar internal combustion engine vehicleFrom 2017 to 2022, Ford reduced emissions from its manufacturing facilities by 40%; In 2022, 60% of the electricity the company used was carbon-freeFord has conducted 30 supplier audits along select critical mineral battery supply chains at all tiers to the mine site, and audited its nickel, lithium and cobalt due diligence management systems

O.U.R. forms partnership with A.R.C. & increases its support in Ghana; aids in the arrests of pedophile suspects and contributes nutritional support for vulnerable children in Ecuador

Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today announced financial results for its fourth quarter ended December 31, 2022.Fourth Quarter 2022Net sales increased 9% to $149.2 billion in the fourth quarter, compared with $137.4 billion in fourth quarter 2021. Excluding the $5.0 billion unfavorable impact from year-over-year changes in foreign exchange rates throughout the quarter, net sales increased 12% compared with fourth quarter 2021.North America segment sales increased 13% year-over-year to $93.4 bil

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ALAS Equity Express is a national pilot program helping to improve the health and futures of FarmworkersSunday, December 11, from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

ALAS Equity Express is a national pilot program helping to improve the health and futures of FarmworkersSunday, December 11, from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas Celebrates Grand Opening of Houston Dorm

Trane Technologies (NYSE:TT), a global climate innovator, has been named to Forbes’ list of the World’s Best Employers for the second consecutive year.To compile this year’s list, Forbes partnered with market research company Statista to survey 150,000 workers from multinational corporations and institutions. Workers were asked to rate their willingness to recommend their employers to family and friends, in addition to rating other companies in their industry on factors like image, talent develo

Inaugural “Humankind 100” ranking celebrates companies with purposeAlphabet scores highest in this year’s ranking

To inspire, nurture and advance the diverse fashion talent of tomorrow, kate spade new york executives and designers will participate in exclusive programming and talks for students at Bowie State University

Google Cloud technology helps Agrology accomplish its work to bring sustainability-driven business transformation to farming

Additional headwinds for midsize companies include rising prices and supply chain constraints.

Trane Technologies has been Certified™ by Great Place to Work® for the second year in a row. The recertification recognizes employers who create an outstanding employee experience.

After an extensive search, the board of directors of the California Council for Environmental and Economic Balance (CCEEB) has appointed Tim Carmichael as its seventh President and CEO in leading the Council’s coalition of labor, business, and public leaders. Tim will join the CCEEB Team on July 1, 2022 and will succeed current President and CEO Bill Quinn upon Bill’s retirement on August 1.“CCEEB is deeply honored by the impressive number of people who applied to become the next President and C

Migrants are optimistic, technologically savvy and motivated to build a better lifeAdditional research to measure the need for, and acceptance of, migrants underway in partnership with The Fletcher School at Tufts University

KB Home releases 15th Annual Sustainability Report, detailing the company’s industry-leading sustainability efforts.

Toronto’s Annual 2022 IWD Rally: Saturday March 5, 1:00 p.m., live online

Rebranded Charity Announces $10 Million Strengthening Cities Initiative

Ocean Recovery Group seeks to solve the planet’s ocean-bound plastic crisis in the Caribbean and Western Hemisphere

CEOs say that while private sector can lead the response, mobilize the capital and deploy the technology needed, climate change is impacting their business and supply chains much earlier than expected

Organic Yogurt Maker is inviting some of the impacted farmers to join their network and is launching a task force to help save them all

J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT), one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, today announced a $1.25 million contribution to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) to help the organization advance its mission to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide.“The effects of suicide are felt across all cultures, ages, races, and genders,” said Stuart Scott, executive vice president and chief information officer at J.B. Hunt. “Now,

Digital Experience Aims to Jumpstart Changemakers’ Postponed Goals and Dreams

Topic at Kenai Classic Roundtable on Recreational Fishing

Establishes $50 Million Tapestry Foundation to Advance Equity and Opportunity and to Combat Climate Change Launches Bold ESG Commitments to Accelerate Corporate Responsibility GoalsAmplifies People-Centered Focus Through Compensation Initiatives; Commits to Minimum $15 an Hour Wage for U.S. Hourly Employees

Today is a milestone for me. In 2006, I pledged to distribute all of my Berkshire Hathaway shares – more than 99% of my net worth – to philanthropy. With today’s $4.1 billion distribution, I’m halfway there.In June of 2006, I owned 474,998 “A” shares. Now, I own 238,624 shares, worth about $100 billion. All remain destined for philanthropy. Having reached the midway point of my plan, I would like to supply a bit of history and suggest a few subjects for further thought by philanthropists, govern

Consumer Optimism Outlook Study Reveals Value of Human Connection and Importance of Trust

The release of the company’s eighth annual Corporate Responsibility (CR) Report includes ambitious new goals focused on making a positive impact

Inventor of the jet card kicks off a hopeful summer travel season at the 147th Kentucky Derby, proudly partnering with horses “Midnight Bourbon” and “Hidden Stash,” and offering special access for card owners

Brand to Eliminate Plastic Shopping Bags in U.S. & Canada Stores by 2023

April is Financial Literacy Month. The 5 Buckets Foundation provides free programs and seminars to help every age make informed financial decisions.

Findings Among Those Released Today by the Boston University Initiative on Cities’ Menino Survey of Mayors, Supported by Citi, The Rockefeller Foundation, and The Trust for Public Land