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SDSN's Networks Strategy Council approves three new national networks

Sustainable Development Network

APRIL 1, 2020

In March 2020, the Networks Strategy Council of the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) has enthusiastically approved the creation of three new national networks in Afghanistan, Kenya, and Thailand. Learn more about them here.

Development

Embracing the Inclusive Core Value With Motorola Solutions

3BL Media

APRIL 11, 2024

Our business councils (also known as employee resource groups) and diversity, equity and inclusion champions play pivotal roles in shaping our culture and ensuring that inclusion is not just a buzzword, but a lived experience. WBC events featured guest speakers on emotional residence, negotiation strategies and metabolic health.

CSR Europe and Wildlife Habitat Council Launch Business-Led Biodiversity Alliance for Sustainable Management

3BL Media

APRIL 18, 2024

Leading businesses Syensqo, BASF, PPC, Titan, Hitachi, Autostrade per l’Italia, Leonardo, Coca-Cola HBC, and the national CSR Network Impronta Etica joined forces to integrate solid biodiversity management strategies into business operations. We are for systemic change. Learn more at www.csreurope.org.

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Are cities losing their green mojo?

Corporate Knights

APRIL 22, 2024

TransformTO, says Sarah Buchanan, campaigns director at the Toronto Environmental Alliance, “still doesn’t have the energy, funding and oomph behind it to make it do what council committed to.” Halifax Regional Municipality last year imposed a climate change tax as a pillar of its broader sustainability strategy, dubbed HalifACT. “At

Climate Change

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Dow’s Advancing Focus on Inclusion, Diversity & Equity

3BL Media

JANUARY 10, 2024

Our ID&E strategy, ALL IN 2025, focuses on leading with inclusion, elevating our focus on diversity and embedding equity into our practices, policies and processes to deliver breakthrough results by 2025. ethnic minority representation increased to 27.5% in 2022 from 26.0% ethnic minority representation increased to 27.5%

Manufacturing

Manufacturing Development

Points of Light's Corporate Service Council To Host "Pathways and Pitfalls: Reprioritizing and Advancing Corporate Racial Equity Commitments”

3BL Media

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Points of Light's Corporate Service Council To Host "Pathways and Pitfalls: Reprioritizing and Advancing Corporate Racial Equity Commitments”. The Corporate Service Council represents more than 300 CSR, corporate citizenship, social impact and corporate philanthropy leaders from more than 100 leading brands and Fortune 500 companies.

KPMG U.S. Foundation President and Chair Anita Whitehead To Chair Program Convening Top Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Leaders and Advancing the Corporate Social Impact Sector

3BL Media

JULY 19, 2023

Foundation will serve as the chair of the Points of Light Corporate Service Council. Anita Whitehead is a leader in the corporate social responsibility field and brings expertise that will benefit all of Points of Light’s Corporate Service Council members,” said Diane Quest, interim president and CEO of Points of Light.

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Ben & Jerry’s + Greyston Bakery: How Brands Can Leverage Lived Experiences Responsibly

3BL Media

JULY 19, 2023

Register now and be sure you don’t miss the next Impact Relations Institute Impact Council on Wed, Aug 9 at 12pm ET / 9am PT. the Mid-Hudson Regional Economic Development Council, the New York City Workforce Investment Board, the B Team, Tompkins Bank, and is an Advisory Council member of the REDF Impact Investing Fund (RIIF).

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Impact Investing Banking Development

Arbor Day Foundation and National Council of Negro Women Partner to Support Forest Ecosystems and Economic Stability in Haiti, Mali, and Senegal

3BL Media

AUGUST 1, 2022

August 1, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The Arbor Day Foundation and the National Council of Negro Women are partnering to support tree planting projects in Haiti, Mali, and Senegal as part of the Council’s new Trees of Hope campaign. About the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. National Council of Negro Women is a Washington, D.C.-based

Development

National Grid Announces Alisha Collins as Director, Community Impact & Engagement in New England

3BL Media

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

In this role, she successfully launched a corporate giving strategy, implemented a capital campaign, and collaborated with partners to secure funding for the program. We are excited to welcome Alisha to National Grid and look forward to growing the Grid for Good program under her leadership.”

Banking

Banking Development

The Global Diversity Council To Host 2022 Dubai Women In Leadership Symposium

3BL Media

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

SOURCE: National Diversity Council. DESCRIPTION: DUBAI, UAE, November 8, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The Global Diversity Council will host its annual Women in Leadership Symposium (WILS) on Monday, November 21, 2022 from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 More information about the National Diversity Council is available at: www.nationaldiversitycouncil.org.

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Join the Conversation with the CCOs of Pfizer, Mattel, AT&T, AmEx, and More at Corporate Communications: Getting the Next Job Done (Feb. 29 – Mar. 1)

3BL Media

JANUARY 15, 2024

Join senior-level practitioners responsible for shaping and executing their organizations' messaging strategy at Corporate Communications: Getting the Next Job Done , which The Conference Board is hosting on February 29 and March 1 in New York City.

Covia’s Commitment to Supply Chain Sustainability

3BL Media

OCTOBER 24, 2023

We believe in the power of unlocking shared value across the supply chain to meet stakeholder expectations, drive progress against our business strategy, and advance our collective ESG objectives. We are committed to engaging in responsible partnerships across our supplier network that reflect our organizational values and ESG priorities.

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Merck Is Inspiring Innovation Through Diversity and Inclusion

3BL Media

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Our Global Disability Inclusion Strategy Council recognizes and values the importance of a disability-confident workforce and offers resources to ensure people with disabilities — including physical, neurological, mental, rare or any other forms of disabilities — are included and prepared to succeed in all areas of our business.

Supply Chains

Supply Chains Supply Chain Digitalization Development

Formerly Incarcerated and Gainfully Employed: How Two Brands Leverage Lived Experiences Responsibly

3BL Media

JULY 27, 2023

Registration is now open for our next Impact Council on Wed, Aug 9 at 12pm ET / 9am PT ! the Mid-Hudson Regional Economic Development Council, the New York City Workforce Investment Board, the B Team, Tompkins Bank, and is an Advisory Council member of the REDF Impact Investing Fund (RIIF).

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Impact Investing Banking Development

Rockwell Automation's Professional Women's Council Reflects Company's Global Growth

3BL Media

MARCH 22, 2022

DESCRIPTION: MILWAUKEE, March 22, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Rockwell Automation’s Professional Women’s Council (PWC) is one of its longest-running employee resource groups. The ERG focuses on professional development and mentoring, networking, and corporate awareness of women’s issues. SOURCE: Rockwell Automation.

Development

From the 2021 Fifth Third ESG Report: Inclusion Councils and Business Resource Groups

3BL Media

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Our inclusion councils and BRGs provide employees opportunities for networking, learning and personal growth, as well as an outlet for community outreach and volunteerism. We operate 13 inclusion councils and 65 local BRGs. Volunteering has been a great way for me to network and connect with my peers. Fifth Third’s BRGs.

Banking

Banking Development

Franklin Templeton's Global Head of Sustainability Anne Simpson Recognized As NACD Directorship 100™ Honoree

3BL Media

JULY 5, 2022

Simpson provides Franklin Templeton with overall strategic direction on stewardship, sustainability and environmental, social and governance (ESG) investment strategy globally. The principles are a framework that encourages excellence in areas that include risk oversight, corporate strategy, compensation, and transparency.

Sustainable Investment

Sustainable Investment Banking Development

Toyota Joins The Water Council's WAVE Program

3BL Media

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

DESCRIPTION: MILWAUKEE, November 18, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The Water Council is pleased to announce Toyota Motor North America has signed onto The Water Council’s WAVE program, enhancing its commitment to water stewardship by developing meaningful strategies, goals and actions around water use. “As

Zero Carbon

Zero Carbon Manufacturing Supply Chains Supply Chain

Webster Bank Corporate Responsibility Report: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

3BL Media

JULY 5, 2023

Our DEIB Council serves as a platform where senior leaders and representatives of our various Business Resource Groups shape the strategy and actions of our DEIB efforts. Our commitment to diversity starts with our goal to attract, retain and develop a workforce that is diverse in background, knowledge, skills and experience.

Banking

Banking Development

EU Agrees on New Regulation to Decarbonize Gas and Grow Hydrogen Market

ESG Today

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Lawmakers in the European Parliament and Council announced that they have reached a provisional agreement on new regulation aimed at decarbonizing the gas sector, and facilitating the uptake of renewable and low-carbon gases, including hydrogen. Today’s agreement on new market rules is good news for industry and household consumers.”

Decarbonize

Decarbonize Development

Alibaba Joins the World Business Council for Sustainable Development

3BL Media

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

GENEVA, Switzerland, November 27, 2023 /3BL/ - Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA and HKEX: 9988 (HKD Counter) and 89988 (RMB Counter), “Alibaba” or “Alibaba Group”) has joined a group of over 200 of the world’s leading sustainable businesses as the newest member of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD).

Development

Development Decarbonize Net Zero Digitalization

Three Prominent Pension Fund Leaders Join Ceres Board of Directors

3BL Media

APRIL 2, 2022

pension funds - joined its Board of Directors and President’s Council. Amir Kirkwood, the President and CEO of Virginia Community Capital, joined Ceres as its newest President’s Council member. We are excited to welcome our newest Board and President’s Council members to Ceres,” said Mindy Lubber, CEO and President of Ceres.

Climate Change

Climate Change Net Zero Banking Development

7 roles to create sustainable success

GreenBiz

OCTOBER 2, 2020

In the foreword, Peter Bakker, president and CEO of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development, described right now as "a pivotal moment for business to lead the way in achieving a world where more than 9 billion people have a decent quality of life within the boundaries of our planet by 2050.". Who will play those roles?

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World Green Building Council Forum to Help Keep a 1.5°C Scenario Within Reach

3BL Media

JULY 19, 2022

The WorldGBC+20: Global Solutions Forum for Accelerating Decarbonised and Sustainable Built Environments, took place yesterday in the capital to mark the 20th anniversary of World Green Building Council. Urban Resilience Strategies: Collaborations for Climate and Social Justice 2. C scenario. The five themes were: 1.

COP26

COP26 Net Zero Embodied Carbon Sustainability Professional

Key4Women Hosts Free Webinar - It’s Up to Us: Pursuit of a Just and Inclusive Economy

3BL Media

MARCH 7, 2024

Leslie is the Founder and Principal of Themis Strategic Partners, a consulting firm focused on developing actionable strategies at the intersection of equity and growth. She is also an active board member of the Center for American Entrepreneurship and National Women’s Business Council at the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Banking

Banking Development

Good Governance: Responsible Sourcing at International Paper

3BL Media

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Our global network of more than 80,000 suppliers are critical to our business success and to the implementation of our Vision 2030 strategy. At the management level, responsibility for our Global Citizenship Strategy and Leadership rests with our CEO and Senior Lead Team. Responsible Sourcing. Climate risks.

Supply Chains

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NRG Energy 2021 Sustainability Report: Stockholder and Stakeholder Engagement

3BL Media

AUGUST 19, 2022

DESCRIPTION: Engaging with stockholders and implementing their feedback as it relates to our Board, governance, compensation , and ESG practices is crucial to our success, and we discuss our long-term strategy and sustainability goals through a broad outreach program. GreenBiz Executive Network.

Decarbonize

Decarbonize Development

3BL Partners With Wildlife Habitat Council To Amplify Corporate Sustainability Impact

3BL Media

AUGUST 21, 2023

August 21, 2023 /3BL/ - 3BL announced today a strategic partnership with WHC (Wildlife Habitat Council), a leading non-profit organization dedicated to promoting wildlife habitat conservation and management on corporate lands. About Wildlife Habitat Council: WHC has been working at the nexus of business and nature for 35 years.

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JUST Capital Names Alison Omens as President, Responsible for Achievement of Organization’s Key Objectives

Just Capital

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Previously, she served as JUST’s Chief Strategy Officer, among other roles, since joining the team in 2017. As President, Omens will be responsible for overseeing all of JUST’s major workstreams, strategy development, and the execution of core deliverables. Omens will report to CEO Martin Whittaker. from Scripps College.

Development

From Ambition to Implementation: What It Takes to Foster a More Diverse and Inclusive Workforce

3BL Media

JANUARY 3, 2023

The makeup of our country and the global network of our organization — and all organizations — is very different than it was 20 or 30 years ago. The company held its first virtual DEI Employee Town Hall in November 2020 to introduce a new global diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy and announce a newly formed DEI global council.

Manufacturing

Our Disability Inclusiveness Earns Top Employer Award

3BL Media

JANUARY 26, 2022

The award is for “exemplary policies, strategies and initiatives that have resulted in measurable results in the areas of disability inclusiveness in the workplace, marketplace and supply chain.”. Our capABILITY Network is among 10 employee business resource groups (EBRGs), which open doors for networking, learning and expanding awareness.

Supply Chains

Supply Chains Supply Chain Development

Values-Led Issues Response for a New Era | Impact Relations Institute

3BL Media

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Register now and be sure you don’t miss our next Impact Council on Wed, Jan 10 at 12pm ET / 9am PT ! In this role, Whitney helps clients establish, communicate and measure impact goals and strategies, as well as build breakthrough social impact programs and thoughtful, strategic Purpose programs and initiatives from the ground up.

The National Diversity Council Launches DiversityFIRST™ Executive Certification Program for C-Suite Leaders

3BL Media

MARCH 18, 2022

SOURCE: National Diversity Council. DESCRIPTION: HOUSTON, March 18, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The DiversityFIRST™ Executive Certification Program, an initiative of the National Diversity Council (NDC), will host its first virtual session of the year April 7 to 8. About the National Diversity Council. April 7 - 8, 2022.

Development

Powerful partnership puts solar and wind projects on the map

Envirotec Magazine

APRIL 2, 2024

The collaborative project is led by Anglia Ruskin University and University of East Anglia, and supported by UK Power Networks’ Distribution System Operator (DSO) and the Greater South East Net Zero Hub A free new tool has been launched for local authorities to help them quickly identify potential locations for green energy projects.

Net Zero

Net Zero Digitalization Development

Why Effectively Communicating Governance Matters & How 3BL Delivers

3BL Media

JULY 6, 2023

At 3BL, we recognize the importance of clear communication when it comes to governance practices, and have curated our network to ensure governance content is reaching the right audience. For example, Governance & Accountability Institute, Inc. , Refinitiv, Moody’s NewsEdge, Market Watch and Bloomberg.

DEFRA Air Quality Strategy: Health, environment and transport groups urge Government to re-think

Envirotec Magazine

MAY 9, 2023

Dozens of health, environment and transport businesses and charities are calling for the government to change course on its Air Quality Strategy. This comes as a result of organisations and local authorities being prevented from submitting views on the strategy because the public consultation closed after just ten days.

Net Zero

Net Zero Development

Antea Group USA Launches Strategic Advisory Board With Global ESG and Corporate Purpose Leaders

3BL Media

MARCH 31, 2022

The purpose of the Strategic Advisory Board is to help proactively track and assess global trends of importance to Antea Group and its clients, as well as act as an incubator of innovation to help drive business strategy. “I Specific areas of focus include social entrepreneurship, sustainability strategy, and change leadership.

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Sloan Inaugurates The Water Council's Water Stewardship Program, WAVE

3BL Media

APRIL 12, 2022

DESCRIPTION: MILWAUKEE, April 12, 2022 /3BL Media/ - The Water Council is pleased to announce Sloan, a global manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems based in Franklin Park, Ill., has signed onto The Water Council’s WAVE program. Prior to WAVE’s launch in February, The Water Council pilot tested the program with A.

Manufacturing

Manufacturing Development Supply Chains Supply Chain

EU Adopts Rules Requiring Zero Emissions from New Cars by 2035 After Reaching Deal on e-fuels

ESG Today

MARCH 28, 2023

The European Council announced today that it has adopted a new regulation which includes a requirement for a 100% reduction in CO2 emissions from new cars and vans registered in the EU from 2035.

Health: IWBI and Green Building Council Italia Initiate Partnership To Promote Well-Being in Italian Cities' Buildings

3BL Media

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In April of 2022, Alessandro Miani, MD, former President of the Italian Society of Environmental Medicine (SIMA) and Professor, University of Milan, joined the IWBI Governance Council. We are excited to initiate this collaboration with the Green Building Council Italia. in Italy.

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Development Climate Change

KeyBank Names Helena Haynes-Carter as Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer

3BL Media

JANUARY 31, 2022

In this role, Helena will lead the strategy and tactics to improve the acquisition, development, and retention of diverse talent and suppliers. “We Bancorp, Rocky Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council, Xcel Energy, and Colorado Housing and Finance Authority. We are honored to welcome Helena to KeyBank. Learn more here: [link].

Banking

Banking Development

Wiicare Joins Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council

3BL Media

JANUARY 3, 2023

Wiicare Joins Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council. The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council (HPRC) is excited to welcome Wiicare as its newest member. Wiicare Joins Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council. Wed, 01/04/2023 - 11:15. Type of Content. Press Release. Standard Format. Learn more about Wiicare at www.wiicare.com.

Waste

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Decarbonising local roads: Seven new programmes to start in 2023

Envirotec Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2023

A green carbon laboratory – examining the role that the non-operational highways ‘green’ asset can play in providing a source of materials and fuels to decarbonise highway operations: South Gloucestershire Council and West Sussex County Council.

Net Zero

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SDSN's Networks Strategy Council approves three new national networks

Embracing the Inclusive Core Value With Motorola Solutions

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CSR Europe and Wildlife Habitat Council Launch Business-Led Biodiversity Alliance for Sustainable Management

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Are cities losing their green mojo?

Dow’s Advancing Focus on Inclusion, Diversity & Equity

Points of Light's Corporate Service Council To Host "Pathways and Pitfalls: Reprioritizing and Advancing Corporate Racial Equity Commitments”

KPMG U.S. Foundation President and Chair Anita Whitehead To Chair Program Convening Top Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Leaders and Advancing the Corporate Social Impact Sector

Ben & Jerry’s + Greyston Bakery: How Brands Can Leverage Lived Experiences Responsibly

Arbor Day Foundation and National Council of Negro Women Partner to Support Forest Ecosystems and Economic Stability in Haiti, Mali, and Senegal

National Grid Announces Alisha Collins as Director, Community Impact & Engagement in New England

The Global Diversity Council To Host 2022 Dubai Women In Leadership Symposium

Join the Conversation with the CCOs of Pfizer, Mattel, AT&T, AmEx, and More at Corporate Communications: Getting the Next Job Done (Feb. 29 – Mar. 1)

Covia’s Commitment to Supply Chain Sustainability

Merck Is Inspiring Innovation Through Diversity and Inclusion

Formerly Incarcerated and Gainfully Employed: How Two Brands Leverage Lived Experiences Responsibly

Rockwell Automation's Professional Women's Council Reflects Company's Global Growth

From the 2021 Fifth Third ESG Report: Inclusion Councils and Business Resource Groups

Franklin Templeton's Global Head of Sustainability Anne Simpson Recognized As NACD Directorship 100™ Honoree

Toyota Joins The Water Council's WAVE Program

Webster Bank Corporate Responsibility Report: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

EU Agrees on New Regulation to Decarbonize Gas and Grow Hydrogen Market

Alibaba Joins the World Business Council for Sustainable Development

Three Prominent Pension Fund Leaders Join Ceres Board of Directors

7 roles to create sustainable success

World Green Building Council Forum to Help Keep a 1.5°C Scenario Within Reach

Key4Women Hosts Free Webinar - It’s Up to Us: Pursuit of a Just and Inclusive Economy

Good Governance: Responsible Sourcing at International Paper

NRG Energy 2021 Sustainability Report: Stockholder and Stakeholder Engagement

3BL Partners With Wildlife Habitat Council To Amplify Corporate Sustainability Impact

JUST Capital Names Alison Omens as President, Responsible for Achievement of Organization’s Key Objectives

From Ambition to Implementation: What It Takes to Foster a More Diverse and Inclusive Workforce

Our Disability Inclusiveness Earns Top Employer Award

Values-Led Issues Response for a New Era | Impact Relations Institute

The National Diversity Council Launches DiversityFIRST™ Executive Certification Program for C-Suite Leaders

Powerful partnership puts solar and wind projects on the map

Why Effectively Communicating Governance Matters & How 3BL Delivers

DEFRA Air Quality Strategy: Health, environment and transport groups urge Government to re-think

Antea Group USA Launches Strategic Advisory Board With Global ESG and Corporate Purpose Leaders

Sloan Inaugurates The Water Council's Water Stewardship Program, WAVE

EU Adopts Rules Requiring Zero Emissions from New Cars by 2035 After Reaching Deal on e-fuels

Health: IWBI and Green Building Council Italia Initiate Partnership To Promote Well-Being in Italian Cities' Buildings

KeyBank Names Helena Haynes-Carter as Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer

Wiicare Joins Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council

Decarbonising local roads: Seven new programmes to start in 2023

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