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Navigating the Energy Transition: Insights from KPMG and Context Labs

The energy transition is one of the most significant challenges of our time. Industries across the board are under increasing pressure to fuel progress in a manner that is not
Published on September 28, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Duke Energy Awards $740K in Grants to Support Education and Workforce Development in Florida

The Duke Energy Foundation has awarded $740,000 in grants to 18 educational organizations as part of Duke Energy Florida’s ongoing commitment to education and workforce development across the state. These
Published on September 28, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

AMD Promotes STEM Education with Global Summer Programs and Hackathons

For many students, summer offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy long days, great weather, and a break from school. However, students in underserved communities often lack access to programs that
Published on September 28, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Schneider Electric Leads Decarbonization with Energize Program: Renewable Energy for Healthcare Supply Chain

Schneider Electric, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced significant advancements in the Energize supply chain decarbonization initiative. The program’s inaugural buyers’ cohort comprises
Published on September 27, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Biomimicry Institute Launches 10-Year Strategy for a Nature Positive Future at New York Climate Week

The Biomimicry Institute, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting a Nature Positive, inclusive, and regenerative world inspired by nature’s brilliance, has announced its ambitious 10-year strategy during New York Climate Week.
Published on September 27, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Join the 3BL Network Effect: San Jose for Insights on Sustainability and Social Impact

Silicon Valley companies dedicated to sustainability and social impact will gather to share insights and foster networking opportunities on October 23 at the 3BL Network Effect: San Jose event. This
Published on September 27, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Improving Indoor Air Quality and Workplace Health: Insights from the IWBI Healthy Building Summit

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re indoors, given that people spend approximately 90% of their time inside. Now, take a deep breath—how confident are you that the air around
Published on September 27, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Cisco’s Path to Net Zero: Clean Energy, AI, and Climate Tech Innovations

Climate change demands both urgent action and long-term planning for meaningful change. Balancing immediate responses with future strategies is essential, and a guiding principle, or “north star,” can help achieve
Published on September 27, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Driving Sustainability: Innovations, Partnerships, and a Greener Future

As the world continues to advance at an increasingly rapid pace, we face both significant challenges and new opportunities for building a more sustainable future. Issues such as climate change,
Published on September 27, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

T-Mobile Launches T-Priority: Advanced 5G Solutions for First Responders and Public Safety

First responders require the most sophisticated connectivity solutions available, and T-Mobile is committed to providing them. At T-Mobile’s (NASDAQ: TMUS) Capital Markets Day, CEO Mike Sievert introduced T-Priority, a new
Published on September 26, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Explore Career Opportunities in Golf: Summer Youth Program in Benton Harbor

Teens in the Benton Harbor, Michigan area have a unique chance to explore career options through the Summer Youth Golf Careers & Development Program. This initiative, a partnership between the
Published on September 26, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Enhancing Water Management: OCWA’s Innovative Industrial IoT Solutions

Protecting Our Most Vital Resource Water stands as one of the most valuable resources on our planet. Each person consumes around four liters daily, and water is essential not only
Published on September 26, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Join Team ScottsMiracle-Gro in Pelotonia: Support Cancer Research Through Cycling

Pelotonia is just around the corner, and Team ScottsMiracle-Gro is gearing up to cycle between 20 and 190 miles across central Ohio. This initiative focuses on teamwork among associates to
Published on September 26, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Schneider Electric and GR3N Launch Groundbreaking Automation for Advanced PET Recycling

Schneider Electric, recognized as the leading sustainable company globally and a pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has teamed up with GR3N, a specialist in Polyethylene
Published on September 26, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Schneider Electric Partners with Kimberly-Clark for Sustainable Energy Solutions and Decarbonization

Schneider Electric, a global frontrunner in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced its role in facilitating several new TCT deals for Kimberly-Clark Corporation, a major player
Published on September 26, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Exploring Scope 3 Emissions: Insights from Estée Lauder’s Sustainability Leader

In the concluding episode of the ESG Talk Climate Week series, Nancy Mahon, Chief Sustainability Officer at Estée Lauder Companies, speaks with host Alyssa Zucker about the company’s strategies for
Published on September 26, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

How AI is Empowering Small Businesses in Colombia: Azahar Coffee’s Innovation

Given that Colombia is the second-largest coffee exporter, Azahar Coffee’s mission might seem unconventional: to keep as many Colombian coffee beans within the country as possible. Their reasoning? Colombians should
Published on September 26, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Recycled Building Materials: Reducing Emissions & Revitalizing Communities

Recycled building materials, salvaged during deconstruction rather than demolition, play a key role in reducing emissions, minimizing air pollution, and revitalizing communities. This is a subject that Kelley Lowe, director
Published on September 26, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Sysco Expands Electric Truck Fleet in Canada to Reduce Emissions

Sysco Corporation, the largest food distributor globally, marked a significant milestone with the addition of 8 heavy-duty electric tractors to their Victoria fleet, which services over 1,500 customers, including those
Published on September 26, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Willie Hodges: Inspiring Career Journey at Saint-Gobain

As an Operations Support Supervisor at CertainTeed Architectural in Plymouth, WI, Willie Hodges reflects fondly on his inspiring career path with Saint-Gobain and the strong bonds he’s formed along the
Published on September 24, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Maintaining Ethical Culture: Compliance, Anti-Bribery & Corporate Integrity

Maintaining a Strong Ethical Culture Our company has earned a solid reputation for being ethical and trustworthy. To uphold this, we enforce strict anti-bribery and anti-corruption policies, promoting honesty and
Published on September 24, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Jose Barrios: From Sales to Successful Restaurant Owner in Missouri

From his early days in sales in Mexico to working in construction around Kansas City, every job Jose Barrios held has moved him closer to his goal of owning a
Published on September 24, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

CNH Boosts Agriculture in Thailand with Innovation, Education, and Sustainability Initiatives

At its first Thai Media Day, CNH, a global leader in equipment, technology, and services, unveiled several initiatives aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability in Thailand. In collaboration with
Published on September 24, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

From Ukraine to Cisco: A Journey of Resilience and Career Transformation

I grew up in a small town near Kyiv, Ukraine, right across from an airport. From a young age, I was captivated by aviation. Watching planes soar overhead each day
Published on September 23, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Whirlpool & Purdue Celebrate 10+ Years of Sustainable Living at ReNEWW House

Join Whirlpool Corporation and Purdue University as they celebrate over a decade of innovative sustainable living research through the ReNEWW House project. Since 2013, this 1920s-era home has been transformed
Published on September 23, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz: Support Wildlife This September

September is a month of transition, bringing the close of summer and the return to school, along with various fresh beginnings. It’s also the time for one of the most
Published on September 23, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Driving Success Through Diversity, Innovation, and Talent Development

The success of our company is deeply rooted in the strength of our people. As we drive innovation and harness technology to protect and serve the world, a key element
Published on September 23, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

IBM and UNDP Launch AI-Powered Energy Models for Sustainable Development

IBM and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have introduced new interactive energy models on the UNDP’s global GeoHub platform. These cutting-edge tools, powered by technologies such as IBM’s watsonx
Published on September 20, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Women’s Equality Day: Celebrating 104 Years of Progress and Innovation

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the number of U.S. holidays filling up your calendars or social feeds, you’re not alone. However, this day is one worth pausing to appreciate. Women’s
Published on September 20, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Griffith Foods Brazil Empowers Future Agricultural Technicians with Regenerative Agriculture

Griffith Foods Brazil is cultivating positive change by collaborating with ETEC, a public technical school in Jundiaí City, to equip the next generation of agricultural technicians with knowledge of regenerative
Published on September 20, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Augusta Corrugated Wins Safety Award for Innovative Gap Check Tool

The team at Georgia-Pacific’s Augusta Corrugated facility has set a new standard for safety, earning the Fibre Box Association’s ‘Innovation in Safety’ Achievement Award for creating a groundbreaking tool. For
Published on September 20, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

AI’s Crucial Role in Cybersecurity: Insights from LinkedIn’s Top Tech Voice and Cybersecurity Expert

Karissa will be featured in Cisco Networking Academy’s Women Rock-IT webinar series this October, coinciding with Cybersecurity Awareness Month. KB has been recognized as a LinkedIn ‘Top Voice in Technology’
Published on September 19, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Sysco Celebrates Top Volunteers and Community Impact in Global Good Initiative

At Sysco, we are committed to the impact of giving back. Each year, we honor the exceptional efforts of our volunteers and a Sysco location that excels in contributing the
Published on September 19, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Exploring AI’s Impact on Education: Insights from IBM’s Smart Talks with Dr. Laurie Santos

The role of artificial intelligence in education is advancing swiftly. By integrating this technology, students and educators can benefit from more equitable educational opportunities, exemplified by initiatives like IBM SkillsBuild.
Published on September 19, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Boosting Competitive Edge with Supplier Diversity: Goals, Actions, and Future Plans

Supplier Diversity Partnering with a wide range of diverse suppliers, vendors, and business partners enhances our competitive advantage globally and supports our strategic goals. Our Approach We aim to include
Published on September 19, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Boost Your Business with Emotional Intelligence: Free Key4Women Webinar on September 25

KeyBank’s Key4Women program will host a free, one-hour virtual event titled “Emotional Intelligence in Diverse Business Environments” on Wednesday, September 25th at 12:00 p.m. EST / 10:00 a.m. MT /
Published on September 19, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

How Crown’s Twentyby30 Program Drives Sustainability Goals with Global Impact

This year, we continue to hold ourselves accountable for the commitments we’ve made to our stakeholders, advancing Crown’s Twentyby30™ program. Now, more than two years into this journey, it’s essential
Published on September 19, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

LYB’s Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion: People and Culture Initiatives

At LyondellBasell (LYB), our focus is on supporting people by placing them at the center of all we do and fostering a culture built on diversity, equity, and inclusion. One
Published on September 19, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Eco-Friendly Clover: Low-Maintenance, Drought-Resistant Lawn Alternative

As heatwaves and droughts become more frequent across the country, many people are exploring alternatives to traditional lawns. One option gaining attention is clover, which is naturally resilient and requires
Published on September 19, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Why Sponge Cities Are the Future: Benefits of Green Spaces and Turfgrass

The potential of a lawn is vast, and we believe that responsible care is crucial. Just as the concept of modern cities evolves—from walkable and 15-minute cities to our favorite,
Published on September 17, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Exclusive Interview: LYB CEO Peter Vanacker on Leadership, Career Growth, and Balancing Life

New podcast episode drop! Join us as we chat with LYB CEO Peter Vanacker about his career path, leadership insights, and personal passions. Peter shares details about his professional achievements
Published on September 17, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Join the TCS goIT Challenge: Innovate for Thriving, Sustainable Cities

Modern cities grapple with challenges such as congestion, pollution, and limited resources, yet they continue to expand. Addressing these issues is central to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 11,
Published on September 17, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

SAIC’s Commitment to Sustainability and Future Impact: Emission Reductions & Excellence

Commitment to Sustainability We are dedicated to enhancing our sustainability initiatives internally and empowering our customers through innovative science and technology solutions. This includes addressing environmental issues and actively participating
Published on September 17, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Las Vegas Sands Welcomes LPGA Pro Muni He as New Champion Ambassador

Las Vegas Sands has introduced LPGA Tour professional Muni “Lily” He as its latest champion ambassador. Originally from China, He will collaborate with Sands to promote women’s golf, using its
Published on September 17, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Will Jones Sets Solar Car Record with 3M Cooling Technology

Will Jones faced a significant challenge when his solar-powered vehicle broke down in the desert under scorching temperatures of 119 degrees. With the nearest gas station over 50 miles away,
Published on September 17, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Duke Energy Foundation Invests $200K in Florida Economic Development Grants

The Duke Energy Foundation is contributing $200,000 in grants to assist 15 economic development organizations in their efforts to attract businesses to Florida and strengthen the state’s dynamic economy. “Florida’s
Published on September 17, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Claflin University and Cisco Partner to Bridge Digital Divide with 5G and Broadband Solutions

For most college students, a dependable internet connection is something they can easily rely on. However, for students at Claflin University, a small Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in
Published on September 17, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Empowering Students: Webster Finance Labs Partner with Nonprofits for Back-to-School Success

As students return to school, we’re excited to support their success through our Webster Finance Lab partnerships with various nonprofits across our network. We commend our partners—@YPIE, @EagleAcademyFoundation, @WBGC (Wakeman
Published on September 13, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Aflac and Dawn Staley Bring Comfort to Sickle Cell Patients with My Special Aflac Duck

When living with a condition that often brings pain and necessitates frequent medical visits, finding comfort becomes essential. This is the reality for approximately 100,000 Americans affected by sickle cell
Published on September 13, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice

Essity Targets Net Zero Emissions by 2050 with SBTi Validation

Hygiene and health company Essity has had its goal of reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This validation covers all near-
Published on September 13, 2024
By Mathieu Maurice