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The rising trend of mindful consumerism has captured the attention of business leaders. In response to mounting societal and environmental concerns, brands are under increasing pressure to prioritize sustainability in their operations.
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Securing IIJA funding is slower and more complicated than originally thought but you can still access funds with the proper strategic plan.
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Trane Technologies is proud to announce its Technician Apprenticeship Program (TAP) has received national registration from the U.S. Department of Labor.
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Part of their ongoing dedication to support affordable housing.
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SONIC will also thank educators by offering them free Cheeseburgers with purchase
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New research published in The Lancet reinforces the idea that handwashing outside of pandemic times is vital in order to reduce the burden of common colds and flu in low- and middle-income countries.
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Company shares commitment to long-term strategy and progress in 2022 on social impact and sustainability goals
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P Helps to Build a Water Positive Future Wed, 03/22/2023 - 13:15 Type of Content Blog Layout Standard Format Body World Water Day serves as a catalyst to help change the way people use and manage water. With water scarcity a growing global threat, the world must come together to accelerate change to solve the water and sanitation crisis. “Water is an important and valued natural resource for everyone, and it’s important for making all and using most of P’s products,” said Shannon Quinn, global
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100% of proceeds to benefit local teens struggling with crisis and adversity
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Peer reviewed research published in the Journal of Toxicology found that the recommendation in the “Dirty Dozen” list to substitute organic forms of produce for conventional do not result in any decrease in risk for consumers because residues on conventionally grown are so low, if present at all. The research also found that the list authors follow no scientifically established methodology in the development of their list. Further, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Pesticide Data Progr
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Awards Recognize Sinclair’s Social Impact Work for Community Engagement and Fundraising
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The Norwegian term for virgin snow, “nysnø”, seemed the appropriate inspiration to name Jennifer Johnston’s company, NysnoBio, as it underscores the pioneering work NysnoBio is doing to tap the potential of Parkin, the protein most often linked to young onset genetic Parkinson’s
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CSG® (NASDAQ: CSGS) today published its inaugural environmental disclosure in accordance with standards issued by the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (“TCFD”). This marks the first year that CSG reported disclosure for TCFD’s framework. The report is available on CSG’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) webpage, which can be found here. “CSG is a purpose-driven SaaS company that strives to envision, invent and create a better, more future-ready world for our customers
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Building a Coaching Culture Wed, 01/18/2023 - 15:30 Subheader By Preeti D'mello Type of Content Blog Layout Standard Format Body Originally published in Training Industry If we accept that every business, at its core, is a people’s business, then people are the engine that drives the proverbial train. Its speed determines when the train will reach its destination. In recent years, the impetus for organizational change has accelerated thanks to technology. Change would be easy if people functione
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Lack of access to affordable eyeglasses inhibits educational and life outcomes for nearly a billion people globally, and diagnosing poor vision is a major challenge in low-income countries.
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Most of the people in need of eyeglasses could see clearly with just a simple pair of reading glasses.
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By endorsing the training of health workers and nurses to identify blurry near vision and dispense reading glasses, the WHO’s new training program is helping solve this billion-person issue.
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International Paper's Approach to Diversity Inclusion Tue, 03/21/2023 - 14:05 Type of Content Blog Layout Featured Media Body Diversity and inclusion are critical components of our sustainability strategy. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our organization and creates long-term value. Diversity, in our view, is a driver for collaboration, with its emphasis on teamwork, innovative thinking and equal participation, and therefore critical to our success. Our commitment t
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Camden Celebrates Its 'Remarkable Grads' Tue, 10/25/2022 - 09:50 Subheader 25 High School Students Were Given The Title and Scholarships Type of Content Article Layout Media Gallery Body By APRIL SAUL The “Remarkable Grads” of 2022 more than lived up to the name. In the ninth year of a program sponsored by the Camden School District and funded by Subaru of America, Inc., 25 high school students from eight public schools were given that title and awarded laptops and $1,500 scholarships on Tuesday
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T. Rowe Price Collaborates With Climate Vault to Neutralize Carbon Footprint of Employee Business Travel Wed, 10/12/2022 - 11:00 Subheader Separate giving campaign to enable the firm’s associates to calculate personal carbon footprint and neutralize it with T. Rowe Price-matched donation to Climate Vault Type of Content Article Layout Featured Media Body To neutralize its associates’ business travel emissions, the firm has begun a collaboration with Climate Vault, a nonprofit that, on T. Rowe Pr
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Funding to help teachers get students back on track as recent studies show major declines in learning progress
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What Does SAIC Do? Mon, 10/03/2022 - 11:05 Type of Content Multimedia with summary Layout Featured Media Body Who is SAIC?” To tap into the spirit of our mission and purpose, we invited a few employees to bring these words to life. These passionate employees wanted to share their personal experiences and explain why they enjoy working at SAIC. We invite you to find out why we’re all so #SAICProud! Our 26,000 highly skilled and talented people are by far our greatest asset. We believe in empower
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Climate Talks - Episode 02: Water Stewards Wed, 09/14/2022 - 12:10 Type of Content Multimedia with summary Layout Featured Media Body Water is one of our most precious resources. If we’re going to make sure there is enough water for future generations to live, we need a revolution in the way we think about and use water. We’ll hear from Todd Reeve, CEO of the Bonneville Environmental Foundation, on the work he’s doing to restore and protect local watersheds, as well as the steps he takes in his
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How to Use the TalkBack Screen Reader on Your Peloton Equipment 30 minute Classical Run"'" typeof="foaf:Image" />Tue, 09/06/2022 - 15:00 Subheader You’ll find this accessibility feature on your Bike—and now, also on your Tread. Type of Content Blog Layout Featured Media Body Here at Peloton, we believe that everyone deserves a top-notch workout. We’re always looking to make our classes accessible to as many Members as possible. In that spirit, we’re excited to introduce the TalkBack screen re
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$450,000 grants designed to support families and businesses facing economic challenges and improve clean energy access
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More Than Just a Job: Marcus Felder on Blackstone's Career Pathways™ Program Thu, 07/14/2022 - 10:05 Subheader Through Career Pathways, we’re driving career mobility and strengthening our portfolio companies by implementing inclusive workplace practices. Type of Content Blog Layout Featured Media Body At Blackstone, we view our investments as partnerships—opportunities to help companies identify and implement operational interventions that will position them for lasting success to create investm
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Citizens committing $350,000 to workforce development in New York
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Funds will support Workforce Development through Pursuit, where Citizens will be a lead funder of their bridge program, as well as Rockaway Development & Revitalization Corporation and Ocean Bay Community Development Corporation
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Initial programming focused on technical skills training and development in IT and telecommunications
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Arrow Electronics Rewards Innovative Girl Scout With Ride in SAM Car Fri, 06/24/2022 - 12:00 Type of Content Press Release Layout Media Gallery Body CENTENNIAL, Colo., June 24, 2022 /3BL Media/ – Arrow Electronics has a well-established reputation of teaming with the world’s top innovators to improve life and inspire change. Now the company can add a Colorado 12-year-old to that list. Girl Scout Myla Clemetsen captured the top prize in the Arrow-sponsored Cookie Box Innovation Challenge - a comp
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Volta Inc. (NYSE: VLTA), an industry-leading electric vehicle (“EV”) charging network powering vehicles and commerce, today announced it has collaborated with The Kroger Co., America’s largest grocery retailer, to bring a mix of DC Fast and Level 2 Volta charging stations to Kroger customers nationwide. Volta has launched at 16 Kroger locations in the Atlanta and Indianapolis areas and plans to expand to Columbus, Cincinnati, Louisville, Nashville, Michigan, and Southern California throughout th
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Underground Construction Association ‘project of the year’ recognitions showcase Black amp; Veatch’s leading role in critical human infrastructure, sustainability solutions SOURCE: Black Veatch DESCRIPTION:OVERLAND PARK, Kan., June 21, 2022 /3BL Media/ – Black Veatch, a leading global provider of critical human infrastructure solutions, announces that two water-related projects in which it played key roles have been awarded “project of the year” honors from the Underground Construction Associatio
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We believe in a comprehensive approach to wellness, which encompasses four dimensions: physical, emotional, social and financial. SOURCE: Aflac Incorporated DESCRIPTION:At Aflac, we know doing the right thing is good for business, and we do that every day by investing first in our Aflac family. In both Japan and the U.S., the company strives to develop an engaged employee culture by supporting career development, emphasizing work-life balance, listening to our employees' feedback and ideas, and e
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Entergy Louisiana is committed to helping develop the workforce of the future by supporting education initiatives that tap into the rich diversity of the communities it serves.
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How Environmental Consciousness Hits the Game Industry This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220603005478/en/ Endling: Extinction is Forever artwork (Graphic: Business Wire) As World Environment Day is upon us, we are – once more – reminded of how badly we treat our planet. But it seems some things change. Slowly. Sustainability education has also become a subject of interest among environmentally-minded game developers, and
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The 2022 cohort brings together five teams of innovators focused on tackling global sustainability challenges, from protecting our oceans and fighting climate change and plastic waste, to increasing educational opportunities across the African continent.
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Each of the winning teams will receive a $250,000 award and participate in a year-long program that will aid and guide them as they work to scale their systemic solutions.
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Migrants are optimistic, technologically savvy and motivated to build a better life
Additional research to measure the need for, and acceptance of, migrants underway in partnership with The Fletcher School at Tufts University
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Ram Jagannath: How Medable Is Transforming Clinical Trials Fri, 05/20/2022 - 10:15 Subheader Blackstone’s investment in Medable, a leading provider of decentralized clinical trial technology, is helping get effective therapies to more patients. Type of Content Blog Layout Featured Media Body By Ram Jagannath At Blackstone, our healthcare investments focus on scientific and technological innovations transforming the entire ecosystem, from improving patient experiences to creating new efficiencies
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Funded Through Drink Sales, SONIC’s Limeades for Learning Program Continues Partnership with National Education Nonprofit DonorsChoose
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From the Ground Up: A Soil Solution Wed, 04/27/2022 - 10:00 Subheader Morgan Stanley's At Scale Podcast Hosted by Audrey Choi Type of Content Multimedia with summary Layout Featured Media Body Soil plays a critical role when it comes to ecosystem services: storing carbon, growing our food supply, managing the flow of water, and supporting life, but we’ve neglected and degraded it through intensive farming, deforestation, and pollution. In this episode, we meet people in science, agriculture, and
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Educational resources are available on company’s website.
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Tech-enabled hospitality provider to phase out single-use plastic amenities by EOY 2022
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New commitments will help protect wildlife at the shore and enable water-savings at the sink
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In a 10-year agreement, Invert and minority funder Ripple will provide $30 million (USD) of up-front capital in exchange for hundreds of thousands of high-quality carbon credits providing immediate, centuries-long carbon storage
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Mighty Buildings, a technology company that is revolutionizing the construction industry through 3D printing, using advanced materials and robotic automation to create beautiful, sustainable, and high-quality homes, today announces three senior leadership appointments, as the company builds the foundation for its next phase of growth. Russ Atassi joins Mighty Buildings as Chief Operating Officer (COO), bringing more than 20 years of experience in supply chain, R&D and manufacturing operation
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Planet United: Teaming up to Fast-Track Sustainability Efforts at United Rentals Thu, 04/14/2022 - 10:00 Subheader Even small actions across a large company roll up to significant results. Type of Content Blog Layout Featured Media Body A group of employees at a United Rentals Denver branch was dismayed by the number of single-use water bottles the branch was purchasing. The bottles were unsustainable, and the pallets and packaging generated trash that littered the yard. Determined to take actio
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Today Missouri American Water announced its new Hydration Station Grant Program, which is designed to make safe and healthy hydration more accessible in public spaces while promoting environmental stewardship. Applications for this year’s grants will be accepted through May 13, 2022. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220405005834/en/ Puddles demonstrates Missouri American Water's new hydration station. (Photo: Business Wi
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$320-million water storage, tunnelling effort grabs influential publication’s ‘Award of Merit’ in water, wastewater category SOURCE: Black Veatch DESCRIPTION:OVERLAND PARK, Kan., April 5, 2022 /3BL Media/ – Exemplifying resilience, sustainability and collaboration, a massive, $320-million project aided by Black Veatch to bolster Atlanta’s strained water supply has won top honors as the Engineering News-Record’s water and wastewater global and Southeast project of the year. Black Veatch served as
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New Tool Helps Investors Participate in a Greener Future
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Financing Round to Expand Influencer and IP Partnerships and Support Dorian’s Creators, From Innovative Streaming Tools to Industry-Leading Ways to Share Revenues
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Why Gender Diversity May Lead to Better Returns for Investors Mon, 03/21/2022 - 09:00 Subheader Investing in equality for women can potentially increase a company’s—and your portfolio’s—bottom line. Our expert explains. Type of Content Article Layout Featured Media Body By Lily Trager,Wealth Management, Director of Impact Investing Despite significant strides made by women in the workforce, recent research shows that the pandemic has slowed progress. While COVID-19 has impacted all of us, it has
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IQVIA (NYSE:IQV) today published its 2021 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report. The annual report highlights the significant efforts the company has made in advancing healthcare globally, increasing the diversity and engagement of its workforce, and reducing its global environmental footprint. “We are proud of the many business accomplishments we had this past year, but it is especially meaningful to see how our approximately 79,000 employees have embraced our ambitious Environment
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A Deep Dive on the Water Crisis Tue, 03/15/2022 - 10:30 Subheader The gap between the world’s renewable supply of water and demand is expected to be 40% by 2030, bringing a new urgency to addressing water scarcity. Morgan Stanley’s Sustainability Research Team looks at the causes, implications and solutions. Type of Content Blog Layout Media Gallery Body Water is the source of life—and it’s becoming increasingly scarce. By 2030, the gap between global demand and supplies of fresh water is expect
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At Scale Podcast: The Honeybee Effect Mon, 02/21/2022 - 10:00 Type of Content Multimedia with summary Layout Featured Media Body Who would have thought the wing of a tiny honeybee drives a trillion dollar economy, global food security, and economic resilience for women. Host Audrey Choi explores the impact of these essential workers on our global food supply, and why protecting them is so essential to our own survival. In this episode, we meet John Miller, a beekeeper who each year sends million