ESG News For The Hershey Company

2024 events set a new record for funds raised

Company Celebrates With Employee Celebration and Community Donations

The Hershey Company has inaugurated three public primary schools in Côte d'Ivoire, a leading cocoa-producing country.

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Hershey announced a five-year agreement with nine cocoa-producing cooperatives in Côte d'Ivoire.

Donation Increases DG’s Disaster Relief Support to More Than $2 Million in 2024

Hershey believes passionately in supporting youth development to ensure that young people have the skills they need to succeed in all aspects of life.

Madame Coulibaly has lived with her farming husband and 12-year-old son in Lôh-Djiboua, Côte d’Ivoire, since 2012. She opened a shop selling shoes, textiles, fabrics, bed sheets, mattresses, bags and more.

Supporting children’s education has been a central part of Hershey’s mission since our founding more than 130 years ago. Today, we’re continuing this work by helping expand the education system in cocoa-farming communities in West Africa.

We recognize the direct link between living wage, living income and other human rights issues. This understanding has led us to prioritize living wage and income as a central component of our human rights agenda.

At Hershey, we want our cocoa to come from communities where farmers and their children have a bright future. That is why we’re working to help cocoa-farming communities and improve the quality of life for farmers and their families.

We believe our presence in the communities where we operate is vital. The diverse, exceptional individuals within Hershey and those engaged in our value chain are pivotal to the enduring success of our company.

The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) for the second year in a row achieved a 100% score on the 2024 Disability:IN Disability Equality Index. As part of this score, Hershey was recognized by The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) as a Best Place to Work.

Company Donates Additional $1 Million and Celebrates More Than 33 Million Meals Donated Since 2021

ESG means different things to different people. But one thing I find to be true regardless of how you interpret that acronym is that when I talk to colleagues, consumers, customers and partners about the work we are doing, it matters.

Hershey (NYSE: HSY) announced today that it has updated its 2030 science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets against the latest standards.

When I tell people I’m a chocolate scientist, they often tell me I have the best job in the world. I absolutely agree.

Hershey (NYSE: HSY) today announced the release of its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, sharing progress towards business resilience and impact in its material priorities.

While the industry has long been male-dominated, women today play an increasingly important role, making up about 29 percent of the manufacturing workforce, according to the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM).

At Hershey, we have always said that doing good by the planet is not only doing the right thing – it’s good business.

The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) has been named a 2024 honoree of The Civic 50, a recognition of the top community-minded companies in the United States according to an annual survey by Points of Light, the world's largest nonprofit dedicated to accelerating people-powered change.

Impact Podcast with John Shegerian has announced its roster of guests for March, featuring a who’s who of circularity, ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility all-stars from many of the world’s leading brands. The Webby Award honored show is hosted by John Shegerian, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.Upcoming episodes for May and June will feature

For the second year in a row, The Hershey Company has been recognized among the World’s Most Ethical Companies as rated by Ethisphere, a global leader in advancing the standards of ethical business practices that fuel corporate character, marketplace trust and business success.

Impact Podcast with John Shegerian has announced its roster of guests for February, featuring a who’s who of ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility all-stars from many of the world’s leading brands. The Webby Award honored show is hosted by John Shegerian, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.Upcoming episodes for February will feature impact and in

Impact Podcast with John Shegerian has announced its list of forthcoming guests, featuring a who’s who of ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility all-stars from many of the world’s leading brands. The Webby Award honored show is hosted by John Shegerian, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.Impact Podcast guests are invited to share with listeners fi

Maury Wolfe, who serves as Vice President of Corporate Responsibility and Social Impact at Cox Enterprises, is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Chairman/CEO of ERI.At Cox Enterprises, a private, family-held company with a longstanding commitment to communities and the environment, Wolfe is responsible for leading sustainability-focused, community and employee-action programs that support Cox Conserves, the compa

Impact Podcast with John Shegerian has announced a roster of ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility all-stars from many of the world’s leading brands as guests in the coming month. The Webby Award honored show is hosted by John Shegerian, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.Impact Podcast guests are invited to share with listeners first-hand accoun

Abbey Carlton, who serves as Vice President of Social Impact at Indeed, is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Chairman/CEO of ERI.For Indeed, the world’s largest hiring platform, Carlton leads global efforts to break down bias and barriers in hiring through product innovation, partnerships and community initiatives.“It was an honor to have Abbey, a true social impact innovation leader, on our show to share her sto

Company Continues Support of Disaster Responder Program to Aid in Relief and Recovery Efforts

Kami Hoskins, who serves as Director of Legal Operations and Training; and Head of Corporate Sustainability & ESG at GoDaddy, is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Chairman/CEO of ERI.At GoDaddy, Hoskins leads strategy and innovation for the company’s legal department. She develops curriculum and trains employees on topics such as anti-discrimination/anti-harassment, positive employee relations, compliance, and pr

Expansion in Columbia Falls Completes Major Retailer’s Continental U.S. Presence; Company Commemorates the Milestone with Literacy Donation and Customer Event

Foundation provides $1.7 million to extend partnership with child-focused nonprofit working to increase access to quality education for underserved youth

Dollar General today announced its ongoing support for the DG family and the greater Jacksonville community following Saturday’s tragedy, including initial resource commitments as well as plans to continue evaluating how it can best support employees, the victims’ families and the greater Jacksonville community.In addition to the ongoing counseling resources and the financial support provided and available directly to the victims’ families, Dollar General pledges a total of more than $2.5 millio

Nicola Acutt, Ph.D., who serves as vice president, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) for VMware, Inc., is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Chairman/CEO of ERI.Acutt is a change maker, thought leader, and strategist whose leadership experience spans business, government, and nonprofits. She is responsible for sustainability across VMware’s operations, product, and people, and is passionate about a busin

Lisa Shibata, who serves as Director of Sustainability for Chipotle Mexican Grill, is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Chairman/CEO of ERI.Shibata leads Chipotle’s sustainability efforts, overseeing strategic planning over a wide array of issues including climate action, sustainable materials, water stewardship, and responsible sourcing.“It was an honor to have Lisa, a genuine sustainability thought leader, on o

Today, over 400 advocates from Boys & Girls Clubs across the nation, including 250 youth, are assembled in Washington, D.C. to amplify the critical needs of America’s kids and teens. As part of Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s Summit for America’s Youth—an annual gathering providing Clubs teens with advocacy training and opportunities—the youth are visiting Capitol Hill to meet with their members of Congress and amplify the issues that matter to them most.With today’s young people facing an unpre

Company Provides Additional $1M to Address Food Insecurity and Celebrates 13.4 Million Donated Meals

Shannon Thomas Carroll, AVP of Global Environmental Responsibility at AT&T, is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Chairman/CEO of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.Carroll is responsible for continuing to foster AT&T’s environmental leadership position, including its drive to carbon neutrality, climate res

Companies Plan to Provide New Books to Elementary Schools to Celebrate New DG Store Openings

David Abel, Founder and Chairman of the VerdeXchange Institute and forthcoming VX2023 event, is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Chairman/CEO of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.For 16 years, VerdeXchange's annual cross-platform California conference has gathered accomplished clean and green tech entrep

Adam Shalapin, Director of Global Sustainability for Ball Corporation, is the featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Chairman/CEO of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.Shalapin leads global sustainability initiatives at Ball, where he works with cross-functional teams to execute against Ball’s sustainability goal

Adam Langton, U.S. Energy Services Manager for BMW of North America, LLC, is the featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.Langton develops digital energy products related to BMW’s electric vehicle models, including smartphone functionality, data tools, and fl

David Carey, Senior Vice President of Public Affairs & Communications at Hearst, is the featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.As a member of Hearst’s ESG leadership team, Carey recently spearheaded the development of the company’s 2022 Sustainability Overv

Dr. Ana Pinheiro Privette, who is Head of Sustainability for AWS Impact Computing and Global Lead for the Amazon Sustainability Data Initiative (ASDI) at Amazon Web Services, is the featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.ASDI helps researchers, scientists,

The Impact Podcast with John Shegerian boasts a roster of ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility all-stars from many of the world’s leading brands as guests this season. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.Impact Podcast guests are invited to share with listeners first-hand accounts of how they are able to help make

Adobe’s Amy White, Global Head of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Angie Bush, Head of Technology for Good, are the featured guests this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.White leads corporate philanthropy, employee community engagement, environmental sustainabil

Mogul research reveals only 7% of the 5,403 identified board of directors named to Fortune 500 companies are both female and non-white; launches board-ready recruitment filters to drive more progress

Gaby Infante, Director of Corporate ESG for T. Rowe Price, is a featured guest this week on the Impact Podcast with John Shegerian. The show is hosted by Shegerian, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of ERI, the nation’s leading fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company.At T. Rowe Price, Infante is tasked with providing strategic leadership and hands-on coordination, development, and implementation of firmwide environment

 

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