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“Strengthening Local Resilience to Planetary Crises: Scaling up Synergistic Solutions”

Every iced coffee and cold brew gives back – $1 goes to supporting children battling hunger or illness in communities across the country

“Rivers of Recovery provides a powerful, experience‑based path to healing, and we’re proud to continue our support of an organization making a meaningful difference in the lives of those who have given so much,” said Mike Judd, CEO and President.

Yamaha Marine and Skeeter Boats were presenting sponsors for the second consecutive year of the annual Dick Hiley St. Jude® Bass Classic on May 1-3. The fishing tournament, which took place in Wabasha, Minnesota, celebrates a community of bass anglers from across the Upper Midwest who come together once a year in support of the of the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®. The 28th annual event brought together 100 competing boats and raised more than $1.3 million for the

Next-generation technology delivers unmatched detection speed, accuracy, and connectivity for global wildfire prevention

Featuring partnerships with three WNBA teams, Baby2Baby, March of Dimes, and prominent voices across sports and entertainment supporting mothers nationwide

Persefoni AI, the leading artificial intelligence carbon accounting and sustainability reporting platform, announces the launch of Persefoni Analytics Agent, a new agentic AI agent designed to help companies ask, analyze and understand their emissions data faster, without leaving the Persefoni platform.As climate reporting requirements evolve and agentic AI reshapes how organizations work globally, user expectations are changing. Sustainability, finance and compliance teams now need more than su

The Milken Institute convenes its 29th annual Global Conference in Los Angeles, May 3–6

Altria Celebrates America by Investing in Our Growers, Communities, Employees and Iconic Brands

Report reflects a quarter century of results -- over $16 billion in energy solutions delivered, 140+ million cumulative metric tons of CO₂e avoided, over 3,700 employee volunteer hours, and continued momentum across sustainability, workforce development, and governance

Clients, Celebrities and Employees Join Together to Support Charities Worldwide

Key HighlightsMineros S.A. is the principal contributor and project manager of a new public secondary school in El Bagre, Antioquia, within the Nechí Alluvial Property operating footprint.Total project investment of approximately COP $38.7 billion (≈ US$9.1 million), co-funded with EPM, Grupo Argos, and Grupo Nutresa.Financed through Colombia’s Obras por Impuestos (“Works-for-Taxes”) mechanism, which redirects corporate income tax into community infrastructure in post-conflict (PDET) municipalities.New 11,000 m² campus will serve more than 1,080 students in a region historically affected by armed conflict and illegal mining.

Building on the momentum of a landmark £18.5 million grant from the UK Government, Altilium, a leader in green processing of battery waste, is opening a strategic investment round on Republic Europe (formerly Seedrs). The funds will be utilised to accelerate the expansion of Altilium’s UK-based facilities, including the ACT3 facility in Plymouth and the planned commercial-scale plant in Teesside.This campaign offers a unique opportunity for both retail and institutional investors to participate

Clean Energy’s President and CEO, Clay Corbus.

—The Scholarships for Champions program, now in its 20th year, has awarded more than $840,000 in scholarships to nearly 150 Houston-area students—

Organizations to host free, AI and financial literacy events for entrepreneurs, students, and community members

A new BearingPoint thought leadership study shows that sustainability ambitions face growing pressure in the AI era. While 95% of organizations commit to ambitious climate targets, 37% struggle to translate these ambitions into action as AI and digital technologies expand.

Company delivers measurable climate progress, safer workplaces, and innovation that helps customers accelerate their sustainability goals

"Our goal for this partnership is to ensure that every member, caregiver, and professional stakeholder in the Virginia foster care system feels fully supported and empowered," said Jennie Reynolds, Plan President of Anthem HealthKeepers Plus.

Microsoft agrees to purchase 626,000 tonnes of durable carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits over a 15-year delivery term from the North Star BECCS project in Saskatchewan, Canada.Indigenous ownership: North Star Carbon Solutions LP is a Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC)–Svante partnership.The deal is Microsoft’s first Canadian BECCS CDR offtake agreement and is believed to be the first of its kind in Canada involving Indigenous ownership.The project is co-located at the MLTC Bioenergy Centre and supplied by sustainable waste biomass from MLTC’s adjacent sawmill.

Kilroy Realty Corporation (NYSE: KRC) (“Kilroy” or the “Company”) today announced it recently received two prestigious sustainability honors: the 2026 Leader in the Light® Award for Responsibility from Nareit, the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts, and the 2026 Best in Building Health Impact Award for Greatest Number of Recertified Projects of All-Time from Fitwel. Together, these recognitions reflect the Company’s longstanding commitment to responsible business practices and

New Daffy for Work capability lets companies match employee giving with public stock or private stock

Women's History Month volunteer opportunities highlight meaningful ways to making a difference in the community.

Cemex was upgraded from A to AAA, the highest possible MSCI ESG ratingRating recognizes Cemex’s management of financially relevant sustainability risksRating supports investor assessment of risk, resilience, and long-term value creation

First-of-its-kind innovative home concept combines superior products and efficient design that simplifies routines, bringing indoor water use to less than half the LA average and reducing utility costs

Developed in collaboration with independent research firm Verdantix, Quentic’s report finds AI rising on EHS agendas with 84% prioritizing adoption and 45% planning investments in reporting automation to speed reporting and strengthen consistency across sites.

United States Steel Corporation (“U. S. Steel”) announced today that it has been named “one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies®” for the fifth consecutive year by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. Being a 5-Time Honoree and the only honoree in the “Metals, Minerals, & Mining” category demonstrates U. S. Steel’s leadership in advancing business ethics and maintaining a model ethics and compliance program.“To be named one of the W

Daffy, the Donor-Advised Fund for You™, crosses $1B+ driven by first-time DAF holders and a wave of transfers from legacy providers

As March Madness captures the nation’s attention, GEICO tells the stories of basketball stars Azzi Fudd, Trey McKenney, and Napheesa Collier, spotlighting the relationships and communities behind their rise, with Fudd featured across GEICO’s TV advertisingAs part of its official partnership with the NCAA, GEICO is releasing a three-part branded docuseries that highlights three top basketball players at different stages of their journeys – from the start of their NCAA careers to the impact the NCAA had on their professional paths.The series explores the journeys of marquee basketball players – 2025 NCAA Final Four Most Outstanding Player Azzi Fudd, NCAA freshman guard Trey McKenney, and 2016 NCAA Champion Napheesa Collier.GEICO will offer opportunities for community engagement and fan experiences throughout March Madness – culminating at the Men’s and Women’s Final Four, including initiatives that support youth sports programming.

Jim Smith, U-Haul Co. of Tulsa president, said his team is ready to help anyone affected by the storms who needs a dry and secure storage solution at no cost for one month.

In celebration of International Women's Day on March 8, Women’s Earth Alliance (WEA) announced that sustainable development advocate and designer, Stacey Frost has been named a WEA Global Ambassador. As Global Ambassador, Stacey will serve as a strategic voice and thought partner for WEA, helping articulate the organization’s vision and elevate the impact of its global network.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/2026030630020

In the last decade, the school has treated more than 14,600 Atlanta patients and provided in-kind orthodontic care to underserved communities across the city.

Svante acquires Carbon Alpha to accelerate commercial-scale carbon removal & expand its CCS/BECCS project development business in Western Canada.Acquisition adds the North Star BECCS Project, developed in partnership with the Meadow Lake Tribal Council, advancing the market for durable and verifiable CDR credits.The transaction strengthens Svante’s fully integrated carbon management platform, adding CO₂ storage expertise, a regional pipeline & a major geological storage hub.

Casey’s annual Feeding America giving campaign runs March 4-April 7Casey’s guests can round up in‑store, donate online or order delivery through DoorDash to supportDoorDash will donate the monetary equivalent of one meal per Casey’s delivery (up to 300,000 meals*)Donations support 61 local Feeding America partner food banks in Casey’s communities

First Project Supports Injured Veterans through Collaboration with Building Homes for Heroes

MidFirst Bank presented a $25,000 check to Infant Crisis Services in support of their annual Boots & Ball Gowns fundraising event. The contribution underscores MidFirst Bank’s continued commitment to strengthening the communities it serves and supporting organizations that provide essential care to Oklahoma’s most vulnerable families.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260227356734/en/Check presentation with (from left to r

Kilroy Realty Corporation (NYSE: KRC) (“Kilroy” or the “Company”) today announced leadership changes on the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) and within its committees, including the appointment of Gary Stevenson as Chair of the Board, Edward Brennan, PhD, as Chair of the Audit Committee, and Jolie Hunt as Chair of the Executive Compensation Committee. In addition, the Company announced the appointment of two new Directors, Cia Buckley Marakovits and David Kieske, to the Company’s Board

Book recognized with top honor in new literary prize for challenging conventional narratives in medicine and healthcare through the lens of crowdfunding.

Powered by millions of supporters and mission-driven partners, 4ocean has removed over 50 million pounds of plastic from the world’s ocean since 2017

Here’s the Short Stack:Free pancakes, real connection. IHOP’s National Pancake Day is on Tuesday, March 3! From 7am through 8pm, guests will receive a free Short Stack of Buttermilk Pancakes when they dine at participating IHOP restaurants nationwide.*IHOP is establishing an ownable, brand-defining moment by designating the first Tuesday of March as its annual National Pancake Day.Drop the pin. IHOP is partnering with viral social media personality and musician Mr. Fantasy to amplify National Pancake Day with a meetup experience that brings his online community together IRL. Fans will have the chance to meet Mr. Fantasy at IHOP’s Hollywood location on Tuesday, March 3 from 2pm to 5pm PST.Feel good while doing good. Every $1 donated in IHOP restaurants on March 3, helps provide at least 10 meals** to local Feeding America® partner food banks.

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (Bank) today reported net income of $126.2 million for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. In comparison, for the quarters ended September 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024, the Bank reported net income of $156.7 million and $174.4 million, respectively. For the year ended December 31, 2025, the Bank reported net income of $582.6 million, as compared to $726.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2024.Total assets at December 31, 2025 were $108.5 billion, co

The 4th Annual Pizza City Fest includes mouthwatering tastings from local pizzerias, beverages, desserts, discussion panels and demos, book signings, a pizza box folding contest, live entertainment and more in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles.

The Dunkin’® Joy in Childhood Foundation® today announced a $1 million grant to Feeding America, the nation’s largest hunger-relief organization, to help provide food to families facing hunger in communities across the country. The funding will be distributed to local Feeding America partner food banks, strengthening their ability to meet rising demand and support neighbors experiencing food insecurity.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.c

Program strengthens links between animal welfare and public health with new veterinary clinic and rabies prevention initiative

 Four years since launch, Daffy demonstrates both scale and impact—growing more than 4x faster than the industry as members give 3.3x more over time

“By integrating our fintech and real-time adjudication with Giant Eagle’s checkout, we meet members at the moment of decision, making it straightforward to use their benefits for healthier, culturally familiar groceries without changing how they shop."

The new series welcomes stars like Bob Odenkirk, Zoey Deutch, and Dylan O’Brien alongside their four-legged best friends for candid conversations about their lives, careers, being a dog parent, and the ridiculous businesses their dogs inspire

New directors distinguished in ministry, philanthropy, and leadership will guide growing impact

Funding will help families access essential resources through the community pantry during treatment

Joint resources to fund marine research, science education, and public outreach