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APRIL 16, 2024

“We work with them on education, first and foremost.” Erin Davison, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Southwest Louisiana , has been in her role for almost seven years. She notes that now, more than ever, youth are facing heightened behavioral challenges after enduring the COVID-19 pandemic. “I’m a social worker by trade, and we are seeing more youth come through the door with these challenges than any other time in my career,” says Davison.

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APRIL 16, 2024

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)'s new climate-related disclosure rules are set to significantly impact how companies communicate their exposure to climate risks. This checklist helps to navigate the disclosure requirements and develop a roadmap to prepare for reporting. Reporting on climate-related information is a journey and will evolve and mature.

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APRIL 16, 2024

Mastercard PURCHASE, N.Y., April 16, 2024 /3BL/ - Mastercard details how it’s activating its network, services, products and partnerships to drive the company’s commitment to doing well by doing good in its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance Report published today. The report outlines progress toward social impact goals to support People, Prosperity and our Planet, as well as continued work beyond outlined milestones.

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APRIL 16, 2024

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was created by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) that Congress passed in 2021. The program offered eligible households a discount on their monthly internet or wireless plan, and a one-time discount on devices like a laptop or tablet. The $14.2 billion program helped some 23 million households, but it will end if Congress fails to renew funding.

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APRIL 16, 2024

Originally published on GoDaddy Resource Library By Mark McCaffrey In my tenure at GoDaddy, I’ve had the privilege of meeting numerous customers. While COVID posed challenges for in-person meetings, as travel resumed, I’ve made a concerted effort to meet with our customers. While their stories consistently inspire, a recent encounter resonated more deeply.

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APRIL 16, 2024

SALISBURY, Md., April 16, 2024 /3BL/ - Delmarva Power has received national recognition for the significant impacts its energy efficiency programs are having in helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and providing millions of dollars in savings for Maryland customers on their energy bills. The company has received the 2024 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year: Sustained Excellence Award for Energy Efficiency Program Delivery from the U.S.

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MARCH 1, 2024

Alison Taylor, clinical associate professor at NYU Stern School of Business and author, joins co-host Mandi McReynolds to discuss the role of business in society, including stakeholder capitalism, employee engagement, and measuring impact with data and technology. Listen in as they explore how ESG fits within the bigger picture of driving societal progress and achieving long-term value creation for all stakeholders.

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MARCH 1, 2024

Each year, the Baker Tilly Foundation provides grants of $10,000 to not-for-profits nominated by Baker Tilly team members. Learn more about two organizations that received Baker Tilly Wishes grants this year. A greenhouse for Milwaukeeans Situated on a busy thoroughfare on the north side of Milwaukee is Hope Street, a sanctuary for those struggling with addiction and homelessness.

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MARCH 1, 2024

GRI made a significant impact at GreenBiz'24 with its thought-provoking workshop on sustainability in the agriculture, aquaculture, and fishing sectors. The event, which included a dynamic panel discussion moderated by Forum for the Future, provided a platform for experts from Tyson Foods, General Mills, BSR, AgroAmerica, and the Accountability Framework initiative (Afi), to delve into the critical role of sustainability reporting in addressing the challenges faced by these sectors.

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MARCH 1, 2024

AUSTIN, Minn., March 1, 2024 /3BL/ - Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, announced Katie Clark has been appointed to the role of senior vice president and chief communications officer. In this role, Clark will oversee the company’s global communications, including external media relations, internal communications, global impact communications and corporate reputation.

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MARCH 1, 2024

MetLife NEW YORK, March 1, 2024 /3BL/ - MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET) and the Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley, are pleased to announce that the application window for the 2024 startup cohort of the Cleantech to Market (C2M) accelerator program is open until March 10. Startups from across the country will be chosen to represent the most promising climate tech innovations and paired with interdisciplinary graduate student teams to receive free commercialization support.

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MARCH 1, 2024

Kimberly-Clark and integrated energy solutions company, Energy Partners (EP), have signed a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to install one of the largest rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in Cape Town, South Africa. According to the terms of the agreement, EP will install a 2.2MW rooftop system at Kimberly Clark’s Epping manufacturing site of well-known brands Huggies® and Kotex®.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, AMSTERDAM and HONG KONG, February 5, 2024 /3BL/ - In a milestone development, the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) announce a deepened strategic collaboration as SLCP has completed its separation from SAC and transitioned into an independent non-profit foundation. Launched by SAC in 2015, SLCP’s continued aim is to reduce audit fatigue and improve working conditions in the apparel industry.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Abbott The PROTALITY™ brand provides nutritional support for adults pursuing weight loss in the form of a high-protein nutrition shake featuring a blend of fast- and slow-digesting protein designed to feed muscles for up to seven hours As people eat less and lose weight, a portion of what's lost may be from muscle, which is vital to overall health and physical functioning More than 7 in 10 adults are overweight or have obesity in the U.S. and many turn to diets, whether combined with medication,

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Originally published in the SEE Impact Report 2022 To mitigate the impacts of climate change across the value chain, global packaging provider SEE drives strategic initiatives to manage and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Net Zero by 2040 SEE has committed to achieving net-zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2040 across its operations (Scopes 1 and 2).

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

MERIDIAN, Idaho, February 5, 2024 /3BL/ – KeyBank cut the ribbon on a new full-service branch in Meridian, Idaho on February 2 and the celebration included a donation to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Ada County. The new “Spurwing” branch is located at 3513 West Chinden Boulevard and replaces the former East Chinden Boulevard branch. As part of the ribbon cutting, KeyBank donated $3,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of Ada County in support of their programs and mission to empower all young people, es

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

February 5, 2024 /3BL/ - Truist today announced that for the third consecutive year it was named among the JUST 100 by JUST Capital and CNBC as part of its 2024 Rankings of America’s Most JUST Companies. This year, Truist ranked #14 overall out of 937 brands. “Truist is proud to be featured as a JUST 100 leader, demonstrating what it means to support all our stakeholders – shareholders, teammates, clients, communities and others – as one of America’s Most JUST Companies,” said Truist Chief Corpo

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

PRINCETON, N.J., February 5, 2024 /3BL/ -- Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE: BMY) is honored to announce it has been recognized as One of America's Most JUST Companies. The ranking, presented by JUST Capital and CNBC, recognized BMS for its commitment to key social responsibilities, including employees, customers, communities, and environmental impact. Bristol Myers Squibb earned a spot on the top 100 list and ranked six in the Pharmaceuticals and Biotech industry overall.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Verizon “We talk about how the entrepreneur’s journey is lonely. Not anymore,” says OMSutra owner Jyoti Jaiswal. After nearly 17 years running OMSutra , Jyoti Jaiswal knows how to build a sustainable business. In fact, sustainability is at the core of her company, a Long Island-based wholesale and direct-to-consumer business that designs and sells fashion, wellness and home decor products crafted by Indian artisans.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

JUST Capital, along with CNBC, today released its annual JUST 100 list as part of its 2024 Rankings of America’s Most JUST Companies. The Rankings are the only measure of how the nation’s largest corporations are performing on the business issues that matter most to Americans. The issues – which include paying a fair, living wage, creating jobs in the U.S., supporting workforce retention and training, providing benefits and work-life balance, protecting customer privacy, minimizing pollution, an

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JANUARY 23, 2024

Empowering others to be the best versions of themselves has always been important to me. My first year at Covia has given me the opportunity to put that principle into action – relaunching training programs, further developing resources for Team Members, and collaborating with a wide range of talented professionals. A Passion for Development I’ve always been passionate about learning and development – not just in my professional career, but in my personal life as well.

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JANUARY 23, 2024

KANSAS CITY, Mo., January 23, 2024 /3BL/ - CRB , a leading global provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting services to the life sciences and food and beverage industries, today announced the promotions of Lindsay Kenney and Daniel Lachapelle to Regional Vice President roles with the company. Kenney and Lachapelle will oversee operations in the Midwest and Northeast, respectively.

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JANUARY 23, 2024

January 23, 2024 /3BL/ - The global hunger funding gap has hit 65% for countries with the most urgent needs, according to the Action Against Hunger 2024 Hunger Funding Gap report , which was released today to coincide with the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos. The new analysis of funding through the UN humanitarian system reveals that only 35% of appeals from countries dealing with crisis levels of hunger were satisfied in 2023, resulting in a hunger funding gap of 65%, up 23% from

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JANUARY 23, 2024

The Northern Trust Ireland team proudly hosted last week's Guidance and Industry Network (GaIN) event, which brought professionals from career guidance & industry together to share knowledge & ideas about the ever-changing careers and employment landscape. This event was supported by Dublin City University , CWiT Ireland (Connecting Women in Technology) and the 30% Club Ireland team, whose mission is to achieve better gender balance for better business outcomes.

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JANUARY 23, 2024

Originally published on Principal.com DES MOINES, Iowa – Principal Financial Group ® invites community members to its global headquarters in Des Moines on Thursday, March 7 for a conversation featuring The Thread Collectors authors Shaunna J. Edwards and Alyson Richman. In honor of International Women’s Day, Principal ® and Des Moines community sponsors, Chrysalis Foundation , Iowa Women’s Foundation , and Women Lead Change are hosting a discussion surrounding the powerful themes of the acclaime

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JANUARY 17, 2024

January 17, 2024 /3BL/ - A new benchmark analysis of 12 of the largest U.S. electric utility companies finds significant inconsistencies between utilities’ public climate commitments and their direct and indirect climate lobbying practices. The assessment, Toward Consistency: Assessing the Power Sector's Climate Policy Advocacy , shows that utility companies are heavily involved in climate policy engagement and are taking steps to reach their climate commitments by advocating in support of certa

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JANUARY 17, 2024

BOSTON, January 17, 2024 /3BL/ - Vanguard Renewables®, a leading U.S.-based renewable energy company, is excited to announce that The Sugarman of Vermont has joined the New England chapter of the Farm Powered Strategic Alliance. This collaboration aims to reduce the environmental impact of food and beverage manufacturers while supporting regional dairy farmers.

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DECEMBER 12, 2023

With creeks and rivers spread out like veins throughout the province, British Columbians are treated each year to one of nature’s most spectacular migrations—the salmon run! Starting in late September or early October, millions of Pacific salmon make their way upstream to return home, release their spawn, and ultimately complete their lifecycle—a poetic end to ensure the survival and continuity of their species.

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DECEMBER 12, 2023

December 12, 2023 /3BL/ - All of us at WEC, the Gold Medal Jury, and friends share our heartfelt gratitude to the outgoing WEC Gold Medal Jury Members, Dick Bartelse, Leslie Carothers, and Alice Korngold who have completed their terms. We are grateful to them for their many years of dedication and service as Gold Medal Jury Members. The Gold Medal Award, and its jury members, are pivotal to the World Environment Center’s mission.

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DECEMBER 12, 2023

Originally published by Yasmine Salam on NBC News Aid agencies describe “apocalyptic” scenes as families roam the streets unable to find food, people ration dirty water, and flour prices soar. Representatives for several international humanitarian groups are struggling to describe the new lows after having spent much of the past two months of war ringing alarm bells about conditions on the ground in Gaza.

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DECEMBER 12, 2023

Illumina has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and the North America Index for 2023 in the Life Sciences Tools & Services Industry. This is the fifth consecutive year the company has been named to the prestigious list and the fourth year that it has led with the highest score in the Life Sciences Tools & Services Sector industry in North America.

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DECEMBER 12, 2023

With a growing emphasis from governments and regulatory agencies on environmental, health, and safety (EHS) compliance, third-party audits are increasingly indispensable. In-house teams often struggle to stay updated on the ever-changing laws and regulations that govern their sectors. Virtual audits, while helpful, may not always offer the depth and comprehensive review that an on-site audit can provide.

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DECEMBER 12, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, December 12, 2023 /3BL/ - For two weeks in November, Fifth Third employees across greater Indianapolis and the Bank’s footprint showed their love for local small businesses by entering them in a sweepstakes to win a $53,000 grant. The Bank is pleased to announce one of the winners is Rey’s Remodeling. “I am so proud of how our local employees showed up big for small businesses this holiday season,” said Mike Ash, Fifth Third regional president in Indianapolis.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2023

November 30, 2023 /3BL/ - In recognition of World AIDS Day on December 1, M·A·C Cosmetics invites its global community to join the fight to end HIV/AIDS by getting the lipstick that gives back 100% to charities helping people impacted by the epidemic. Funds raised from M·A·C VIVA GLAM lipsticks directly support charities around the world working to reduce new infections and help people currently living with HIV/AIDS, including God’s Love We Deliver, Grassroots Soccer, Positive East, Waverly Care

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NOVEMBER 30, 2023

O-I’s team in Brazil recently announced two exciting new partnerships that increase post-consumer glass recycling, reduce consumer waste, and conserve resources in Brazil. The partnerships – with the Recicleiros Institute, a civil society organization, and Orizon, one of the country’s largest private landfill companies – support O-I’s ambitious goal of increasing cullet, or recycled glass, in our glass containers.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In a recent article for Responsible Investor, Acre’s Global Director of Sustainable Finance, Ian-Povey Hall, discusses the increase in hiring of professionals with technical knowledge of nature and biodiversity by financial institutions. “In 18 months, it will be commonplace for banks, insurers and asset managers to have someone focused on nature in sustainability teams.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2023

10,000 tons of carbon dioxide removal will be delivered using new Carbon Casting technology MEMPHIS, Tenn. and FORT WORTH, Texas, November 30, 2023 /3BL/ - Graphyte, a carbon removal startup backed by Breakthrough Energy Ventures, recently announced that American Airlines will be its inaugural customer, with the purchase of 10,000 tons of permanent carbon removal to be delivered in early 2025.

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