Ørsted Signs a Long-Term Power Purchase Agreement with Nucor

Thu, 04/01/2021 - 13:10

Nucor, a steel manufacturer, has signed a long-term agreement to purchase energy from the 367 MW wind farm in Texas.

New Publication from CGF Forest Positive Coalition Illustrates Consumer Goods Companies' Collective Strategy for Driving End to Commodity-Driven Deforestation

Thu, 04/01/2021 - 12:05

Six months after being officially launched at New York Climate Week, The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) Forest Positive Coalition of Action has published its first-ever report, “Taking Root: Embarking on the Forest Positive Journey,”...

Volunteer Spotlight: Melissa Myers, Berkshire Bank

Thu, 04/01/2021 - 12:15

This Global Volunteer Month, Common Impact is spotlighting talented skills-based volunteers like Melissa Myers of Berkshire Bank who participated in Skills for Cities, a day of service dedicated to promoting racial justice and equity.

Marsh McLennan Launches Inaugural ESG Report Changing What's Possible

Thu, 04/01/2021 - 10:00

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the world’s leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people, today released its first comprehensive Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) Report, Changing What’s Possible.

Sands Academy: Team Member Development Beginning on Day One

Wed, 03/31/2021 - 17:15

Sands Academy, our global development and mentorship program, supports our Team Members through a variety of learning opportunities to ensure all are able to reach their full potential and attain their career goals.

Subaru of America Celebrates Recycling Five Million Pieces of Waste by Renewing Its Partnership With TerraCycle®

Thu, 04/01/2021 - 09:30

EPA Honors LG USA for Responsible Electronics Recycling Leadership

Wed, 03/31/2021 - 16:35

LG Electronics USA has been recognized for responsible electronics recycling leadership by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, receiving the highest-level recognition in the EPA’s Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) Electronics Challenge.

Alabama River Cellulose: A Strong Presence in the Region

Wed, 04/07/2021 - 10:30

Since 1978, the Alabama River Cellulose (ARC) mill has been a major part of the economic lifeblood of the region.

Maritime Anti-Corruption Network Embarks on a New Journey

Wed, 03/31/2021 - 12:00

BSR is proud to announce that the Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN), a collaborative initiative, is prepared to take the next step of becoming its own independent organization.

Wisconsin Takes Proactive Approach to PFAS Regulation

Wed, 03/31/2021 - 09:00

Tetra Tech’s Erica Lawson and Meleesa Johnson, the Director of Solid Waste Management for Marathon County, Wisconsin. wrote this piece to discuss the how the solid waste solutions and wastewater industries work together with state agencies to develop an action plan for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) regulation.