ESG News For The Commons

Vice President Kelly Hermann discusses accessible ecosystems in higher education

SFC Group Launches Mammo Monster: A Cheeky Campaign to Demystify Mammograms

Romance Scams Have Exploded as Older Americans are Increasingly Lonely & Often Turn to the Internet for Companionship; Scammers Use Popular Celebrities to Prey on Victims’ Trust & Drain Their FinancesCharlie Is Releasing the Names to Help Seniors Protect Their Money and Their Hearts

The American Dental Association Foundation’s Initiative, with Exclusive National Sponsors Henry Schein and Colgate-Palmolive, Continues to Expand Its Reach, With Nearly 325,500 Children Expected to Receive Care Throughout 2025

Ladder Capital Corp (NYSE: LADR) (“we,” “our,” “Ladder,” or the “Company”) today announced operating results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2024. GAAP income before taxes for the three months ended December 31, 2024 was $33.0 million, and diluted earnings per share (“EPS”) was $0.25. Distributable earnings was $33.6 million, or $0.27 of distributable EPS. GAAP income before taxes for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $110.9 million, and diluted earnings per share (“EPS”) was $0.8

Kindland:WHO:Kindland (Values-in-Action Foundation) with support from the NFL Foundation and the Pro Football Hall of Fame WHAT:Kickoff for Kindness: A Nationwide School Kindness Presentation WHERE:Video being viewed by 273,000 students in 900 schools across the United States WHEN:TOMORROW, February 6, 2025All schools view the program on the SAME DAY at a time convenient for their schedule.REQUEST FOR COVERAGE (Interviews available) -With support from the NFL Foundation and the Pro Football Hall

Generation Z, Millennial donors are issue driven and technology focused, report shows

Nearly $100 million, three percent of all GivingTuesday donations, raised by Bonterra solutions.

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

Employees and partners contributed 8,900 volunteer hours spanning 22 countriesConnectivity services were provided to more than 600 people in underprivileged communities

One-year postponement: unity and inclusive efforts key to realize the EUDR

“These efforts underscore Hunt Capital Partners’ commitment to working with our nonprofit and housing authority partners to protect and maintain affordable housing for the future,” said Hunt Capital Partners President Jeff Weiss.

(BRK.A; BRK.B) –Today, Warren E. Buffett will convert 1,600 A shares into 2,400,000 B shares in order to give these B shares to four family foundations: 1,500,000 shares to The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation and 300,000 shares to each of The Sherwood Foundation, The Howard G. Buffett Foundation and NoVo Foundation.Mr. Buffett’s comments to his fellow shareholders follow:* * * * * * * * * * * *The gifts I am making today reduce my holdings of Berkshire Hathaway Class A shares to 206,363, a 56.

Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ: FWRD) (the “Company” or “Forward”) hosted the third annual Drive for Hope Golf Tournament November 11-12 at Chateau Elan Winery & Resort in Braselton, GA. Through its charitable platform, Operation Forward Freedom, the Company raised $350,000 to benefit Hope For The Warriors.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241122287807/en/Forward Air Raised $350,000 for Hope For The Warriors at the Drive

Company also Receives Nareit’s Inaugural “Impact at Scale” Award for its Pioneering Decarbonization Strategy

Regulatory News:Global digital business services leader Teleperformance (TP) (Paris:TEP) was named one of the top 10 World’s Best WorkplacesTM 2024 by Fortune and Great Place To Work®, ranking 7th among the top companies. It’s the fourth consecutive year that TP was named to the world’s top employer list.To be considered for the list, companies must be identified as outstanding global employers with recognition on at least five Best Workplaces™ lists in Asia, Europe, Latin America, Africa, North

Developed by and for students, the new REP4®FinLit tool will launch in 2025

Company is the only organization in the customer experience management industry to rank within the top 25 Best Companies to Work For™ in Europe

Actor and cancer survivor Colin Egglesfield supported the cancer community by attending both events and advocating for cancer research

Citizens Business Bank Partners with Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco to Award AHEAD Grant to Boost Economic Development in underserved communities across Southern California

Grant from The Sallie Mae Fund Will Support Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Fallen and Disabled Military Servicemembers

The Bridging the Dream Scholarship for High School Seniors Provides $10,000 to Students from Under-resourced and Underrepresented Communities

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

New coalition will develop a shared pipeline of potential projects, contribute to the development of first-ever practice standards for sovereign debt conversions for nature and climate, coordinate policy efforts, share best practices

Annual Music, Film and Entertainment Industry Campaign Raises More Than $7.5 Million for Cancer Research and Youth Survivorship Programs, With Fundraising to Continue Through 2024

The company improves the economics of aviation decarbonization by cutting sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production costs by up to 50% and carbon emissions by up to 75%The company’s Flexiforming technology enables the production of 100% synthetic SAF without the need to blend with conventional jet fuelFlexiforming is compatible with diverse renewable feedstocks, easing the burden on limited resources

Donations to local nonprofits provide disaster relief to communities across Florida

Morgan Stanley Investment Management (“MSIM”) and Opportunity Finance Network (“OFN”) today announced the deployment of a portion of the second annual contribution related to MSIM’s money market funds’ Impact Class shares. The total amount of MSIM’s annual contribution made earlier this year, was $350,000 and was directed to OFN’s Finance Justice Fund, MSIM’s diversity and inclusion partner for the Impact Class shares.“We are pleased to see the growth and impact of our partnership with Morgan St

Bala Consulting Engineers unveils the Bala Sustainability Index which compiles the most important sustainability metrics in one proprietary snapshot.

Care for HER provides FREE 24/7 personal nurse navigational support and integrative therapies

Albany International Corp. (NYSE:AIN) announced today the publication of its 2023 Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) Report. The TCFD provides a common framework to articulate to stakeholders the Company’s strategy for managing its climate-related risks and opportunities, and to show how its products and operations are aligned with the transition to a low-carbon, sustainable global economy.Highlights include the commitment to near-term company-wide Scopes 1 & 2 emissions r

The Sohn Investment Conference comes to the historic city of Montreal for the first timeAll proceeds to benefit Montreal’s two pediatric hospitals

Vistagen CEO Shawn Singh; The Goldie Hawn Foundation Founder Goldie Hawn; and MindUP students to ring the Nasdaq Closing Bell on October 10, 2024Vistagen and The Goldie Hawn Foundation join forces to raise awareness around the roles of mindfulness and pioneering neuroscience in mental health

Talent From the Upcoming Adventure Film Took Part In Meet-and-Greets with Young Patients Supported By The Ryan Seacrest Foundation

20 Winners named in Arch Painting’s annual Teacher Giveaway

Representatives from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) joined Prospera Housing Community Services (Prospera) and the Weslaco Chamber of Commerce today to celebrate the grand opening of Weslaco Village Apartments. The project was helped by a $750,000 Affordable Housing Program grant, awarded by FHLB Dallas through its member Wells Fargo.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240927008740/en/The Federal Home Loa

Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK), a leading innovator of purpose-built vehicles and equipment, announced today that the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has validated the company's science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets. These targets meet the rigorous criteria and recommendations set by SBTi, confirming Oshkosh's commitment to aligning its sustainability efforts with the latest climate science.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: http

Bank has achieved a 48% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions since 2014

The Un-carrier is doubling the data for eligible P10M participants and launching a new partnership with the nation’s leading after-school organization to get free internet into the hands of more students and bridge the digital divide

Amid national focus on climate and clean energy, company forges ahead with sustainability efforts

A pioneering endeavor to measure and assess the digital economy maturity of countries worldwide, the DEN examines 50 countries to help stakeholders achieve sustainability, accessibility, and shared prosperity across borders through an evidence-based approachThe Navigator aligns with the DCO's goal of becoming the premier knowledge and data platform on countries' digital economies, fostering global cooperation and new policy agendas, and supporting the acceleration of digital economy growth everywhere

Pedro Azagra, CEO of Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today issued the following statement at the start of Climate Week NYC.“Under the leadership of Iberdrola’s Executive Chairman Ignacio Galán, Avangrid has embarked on a journey to purposefully and confidently lead the clean energy transition in the United States. We recognize that we stand at a pivotal moment in our history, as we mark the beginning of Climate Week NYC, where t

With 20 million STI cases annually, less than 20% of sexually active people are getting tested1,2

Founding partners Walmart, Amazon, Costco, Kroger and Albertsons are funding the initiative

Collaboration with school health provider Goodside Health to provide integrated physical and behavioral health to 50 K-12 schools in New Mexico

The Annual ‘Live Pink’ Program Turns Everyday Purchases into Lifesaving Support for Breast Cancer During October’s National Awareness Month

MITER Foundation™, the charitable arm of MITER Brands™, recently announced a multi-year partnership with American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). The two organizations will collaborate with a goal of educating MITER Brands team members on common risk factors and warning signs associated with suicide and providing guidance on how to keep themselves and others safe.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240910236069/en

New report finds that the presence of amenities near public EV chargers will increase charging station use, contributing revenue, which could help to offset EV infrastructure costsCalifornia EV drivers are willing to pay more for more accessible charging with zero wait

Report Details Corporate Sustainability Initiatives to Support Company’s Growth and Essential Role in Longevity Economy

Bristol Myers Squibb Employees to Relay Nearly 3,000 Miles Cross-Country Aspiring to Raise Over $1 Million for the V Foundation for Cancer Research