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Pacific Life has announced plans to give $9.5 million in charitable contributions throughout 2025, supporting the communities where it operates, both in the United States and internationally. Together with the Pacific Life Foundation, Pacific Life’s global philanthropy program will focus on investing in community impact-driven programs that enable current and future generations to thrive, including college & career readiness, food security, and ocean health initiatives.“We are committed to givin

Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in skincare innovation and sustainability, was honored for the second year in a row with a 2024 Texan by Nature 20 (TxN 20) award, a prestigious recognition created by the conservation non-profit Texan by Nature. Founded by former First Lady Laura Bush, Texan by Nature annually celebrates 20 businesses based or operating in Texas that demonstrate data-backed commitments to conservation and sustainability through the TxN 20 initiative.This press release features mul

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

Strengthening of a unique NGO-corporation collaboration model that links conservation goals with economic potential and addresses societal issues like deforestation and land degradation.Extension of multi-year agreement that started in 2018, focusing on five strategic projects across the globe.By 2026, ambitious target to recover over 300 thousand hectares of degraded land in Cerrado Brazil and regenerate agricultural soils in China with a focus to impact the agricultural sector for the adaption of sustainable farming practices. In the US the focus lies in enhancing climate resilience of crop land.Collaboration and innovation drive the transformation of agriculture into a climate solution that regenerates soil and nature.

The world’s first plastic-neutral retailer builds on existing partnership with leading conservation nonprofit to create a “Crafted with a Cause” seasonal product line

Eternal Mongolia will ensure the community-based conservation of vast natural areas including the planet’s last intact temperate grassland.

Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in women’s empowerment and staunch advocate for sustainability, is once again at the forefront of global ocean conservation efforts. The beauty brand was proud to participate at the 11th Annual World Ocean Summit & Expo, held in Lisbon, Portugal, from March 11-13. As a bronze level sponsor for the second consecutive year, Mary Kay demonstrated its unwavering commitment to fostering a sustainable blue economy as a private sector representative and through its long-s

The world’s first plastic-neutral retailer marks Earth Month with new innovation, a “Perfect Isn’t Sustainable” campaign, and recognition of core sustainability partners enabling the company to move consumer products Beyond Plastic™

Bobcat and the National Recreation and Park Association partnership awarded $250,000 to deserving communities to develop and enhance green spaces

After 60 years of work in the Lone Star State, The Nature Conservancy in Texas (TNC) reached this significant conservation achievement at a time when land and water preservation is more urgent than ever: protecting 1 million acres of Texas lands.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240130476844/en/As Texas continues to rapidly grow and develop, one million acres of land and more than 200 miles of rivers and streams protected

First Asia-Pacific cohort launches four projects across the Philippines and Indonesia, which include providing forestry training for The Nature Conservancy Asia projects in Aotearoa New Zealand, and IndonesiaThe inaugural cohort in Terraformation’s Accelerator graduates to Phase 2, backed by $1.1M to develop into full-scale carbon projects

San Diego Canyonlands Gets $3MM State Urban Greening Grant, Reducing Wildfire & Flood Risks, Supporting Wildlife & Nature-Based Learning & Recreation

Expanded categories offer more opportunities to win—while helping to preserve nature

A Think Tank for Climate Intervention in Texas

Lenovo today announced the North American edition of Work For Humankind, a bold initiative that uses technology for volunteers to make a positive, long-lasting difference while working from remote, tech-enabled locations.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230626776129/en/Van at Lenovo HQ (Photo: Business Wire)The Work for Humankind Research Report found that nearly 90% of U.S. respondents find giving back to the community

@MaryKayGlobal celebrates Ocean’s Week by reaffirming its decades-long partnership with The Nature Conservancy to support ocean conservation and coral reef protection.

The female-produced and directed documentary showcases the power of women in conservation

Esri Founders Recognized by International Land Conservation Network for Environmental Efforts

@MaryKayGlobal highlights the importance of women’s leadership and private sector engagement in conservation at the World Ocean Summit 2023 hosted by Economist Impact.

85 grants of $10,000 each will help farmers start, grow and sustain their farms and preserve agricultural land; applications open July 1

Jim Schacht to succeed Chandler as Vice President – Corporate Responsibility and Community Relations and CEO of the Cummins Foundation

Project Pioneers an Innovative, Easily Accessible Platform with Insightful Guidance, Decision-Support Tools, and Practical Knowledge for Marine Practitioners

Industry’s First “Conservation Grant Program” Works to Enhance Ecosystems and Habitats Near Clean Energy Projects

Throughout 2022, Mary Kay Inc. has furthered its innovations, continued its sustainability and social impact efforts, and garnered prestigious awards.

Report highlights the global sustainability and social impact of the legendary beauty brand through 2030

The Nature Conservancy, Ocean Conservancy, Oceana, and World Wildlife Fund to Receive Funding Over Five-Year Period to Enhance Marine Conservation Efforts, Further Sustainability Education, and Restore Ocean Abundance

@MaryKayGlobal sustainability project focused on women and conservation was featured at the Economist Impact’s World Ocean Summit in Singapore.

World’s leading cloud provider announces new replenishment projects in India, the United Kingdom, and the United States to bring much needed clean water to communities around the world

Recap of CSR stories on Business Wire

@MaryKayGlobal announces Forest of Hope documentary was an official selection for four film festivals. The documentary focuses on a project in partnership with Nature Conservancy to plant trees near Monterrey.

@MaryKayGlobal recognized in TNC's 2022 Global Reefs Impact Report

Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for corporate sustainability and stewardship, recently joined the UN Global Compact’s Ocean Stewardship Coalition—an effort to bring together the private sector alongside UN agencies, academia, governments and non-governmental organizations to address biodiversity and climate change through a focus on ocean health.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221018005127/en/Deborah Gibbins, Mary Kay’

@MaryKayGlobal an advocate for corporate sustainability and women’s empowerment, participated in a virtual learning exchange hosted by the Coral Triangle Center, @Nature_org and the Coral Triangle Initiative on Coral Reefs, Fisheries and Food Security.

Cultivo is on a mission to build portfolios of high quality natural capital.Cultivo’s model is purpose-built to tackle the triple planetary crisis, unlock the supply of high quality nature-based credits, and fill the ‘financing gap’ to regenerate nature at scale.

Debt conversion deal will unlock approximately $50M to support environmental and sustainable development actions, demonstrating the country's global leadership in financial innovation for conservation

Link’s commitment aims to conserve more than 200,000 acres of forests and offset approximately 250,000 tons of greenhouse gases over a five-year periodBlackstone Real Estate portfolio company Link is the first real estate firm to participate in the Family Forest Carbon Program, further demonstrating Link’s commitment to achieving carbon neutral operations by 2025

Samantha Attwood and Art Levitt have officially joined the Aquarium of the Pacific’s Board of Directors.

With less than 3% of the ocean effectively protected, stakeholders call for strengthening global efforts to protect at least 30% of our ocean with a focus on improving the management of existing areas, rather than promoting the establishment of new protection.

New 2050 vision expands ambitious 2030 goals supporting clean, affordable transportation

Garnering 30 awards—including ten employer awards—Mary Kay Inc. is recognized for its business excellence, social impact, advocacy engagement and sustainability efforts.

Rural lifestyle retailer will invest $150,000 each in Ducks Unlimited and Trout Unlimited over the next three years to enhance conservation projects

Yamaha Rightwaters recently joined forces with Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi’s® Harte Research Institute and the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA®) to initiate a new conservation project designed to evaluate the role of oyster reefs in capturing and storing carbon in St. Charles Bay in the Gulf of Mexico. The ultimate goal is to then potentially scale the program to a larger scope.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/hom

Oyster reefs benefit humans and the environment through a suite of ecosystem services. A single oyster can filter up to 240 liters of water a day, resulting in increased water quality and clarity and support a unique and highly diverse community of fish and invertebrate marine species. At the same time, oyster reefs are the world’s most threatened marine habitat, with an estimated 85 percent loss globally.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswir

This Earth Day marks the 52nd anniversary of the first Earth Day celebrated in 1970. Mary Kay Inc. joins in celebrating the environment and all of the partnerships around the world working to invest in our planet and achieve the United Nations (UN) 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220422005430/en/Logo of Mary KayA key component of tackling climate change and achieving the SDGs is d

Domtar announced today a long-term partnership with the Nature Conservancy of Canada, established alongside the execution of the largest private land conservation agreement in Canadian history.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220422005401/en/A large private tract in Ontario spanning 1,450 square kilometers of boreal forest, that was managed as a wood supply to Domtar’s pulp and paper mills, will now be managed for resear

Water is essential to life in all its forms and to the ongoing development of a healthy and sustainable future. According to the World Economic Forum, environmental risks and the impact on natural ecosystems and resources continues to be a top global risk.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220324005126/en/Richard R. Rogers (R3) Manufacturing/R&D Center in Lewisville, Texas, U.S.A (Photo: Mary Kay Inc.)This World Water Day,

Oceans provide 80% of the oxygen we breathe and provide food and income for more than three billion people worldwide. On World Wetland Day, Mary Kay Inc., a global leader in corporate sustainability and eco-responsibility, has made a renewed commitment with The Nature Conservancy to preserve the precious wetlands that line—and protect—our coasts.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220202005881/en/The Nature Conservancy logo

Mary Kay Inc., a global entrepreneurship development company and advocate for corporate social responsibility and sustainability, today released its year-end highlights. In 2021, Mary Kay Inc. continued its decades-long commitment to enriching the lives of women around the globe and building healthier, more sustainable communities.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220107005500/en/Mary Kay was named a Silver Globee® Winner

EBSCO Industries partners with Forever Wild Land Trust and Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to keep Alabama forever beautiful.

The Stop Pacheco Dam Coalition has gained support from taxpayers and environmental groups in their effort to expose the realities, both economic and environmental, of the new Pacheco Dam project being considered by the California Water Commission on December 15.The upcoming meeting will review the feasibility of the project for purposes of receiving Proposition 1 Water Storage Investment Program (WSIP) funding. The coalition advocates for protection of statewide taxpayers and Santa Clara County