Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)

Divert Announces Purchase of New Site in Lexington, North Carolina for Future Integrated Diversion & Energy Facility

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Friday, April 19, 2024
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Divert, Inc. , an impact technology company on a mission to Protect the Value of Food™, announced the purchase of a site in Lexington, North Carolina for an Integrated Diversion and Energy Facility.

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  • Divert, Inc. , an impact technology company on a mission to Protect the Value of Food™, announced the purchase of a site in Lexington, North Carolina for an Integrated Diversion and Energy Facility.
  • “For nearly two decades, Divert has been committed to developing sustainable infrastructure and advanced technologies that prevent and process wasted food,” said Ryan Begin, CEO and co-founder of Divert.
  • “As we look for ways to drive forward our mission, Lexington is a location close to our customers.
  • The projected economic impact for Lexington is estimated to include approximately 50 potential full-time jobs.”
    For more information about Divert, please visit www.divertinc.com .

Tetra Tech Releases 2024 Sustainability Report Advancing Global Project Impact to 625 Million People

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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Tetra Tech, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTEK), a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services, announced today the release of our 2024 Sustainability Report on Earth Day.

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  • Tetra Tech, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTEK), a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services, announced today the release of our 2024 Sustainability Report on Earth Day.
  • Tetra Tech is Leading with Science® to advance our commitment to improve the lives of 1 billion people around the world by 2030.
  • Our 2024 Sustainability Report details how Tetra Tech is Leading with Science to drive progress on our environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals that align with our ongoing commitment to the United Nations (UN) Global Compact, UN Sustainable Development Goals, and Science Based Targets Initiative.
  • Our innovative solutions have significantly contributed to mitigating climate change by reducing GHG emissions by more than 153 million metric tons of CO2e.”

Impact Disclosure Taskforce Releases Impact Disclosure Guidance, Helping Scale Financing for the UN Sustainable Development Goals

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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The Impact Disclosure Taskforce today released its draft impact disclosure guidance , helping entities committed to addressing development needs and reducing global inequality to access growing pools of sustainable capital.

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  • The Impact Disclosure Taskforce today released its draft impact disclosure guidance , helping entities committed to addressing development needs and reducing global inequality to access growing pools of sustainable capital.
  • The guidance also envisions establishing mechanisms for disseminating and analyzing disclosed impact information to promote transparency and accountability.
  • The creation of a Sustainable Development Impact Disclosure (SDID) could provide sustainable financiers with more information to assist financing decisions.
  • The Sustainable Development Impact Disclosure guidance will be especially relevant for issuers looking to tap capital markets for their financing needs.

Xylem Recognized for Excellence in Sustainable Finance

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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Global water technology leader Xylem (NYSE: XYL) has been recognized for excellence in sustainable finance for its $1 billion Revolving Credit Facility.

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  • Global water technology leader Xylem (NYSE: XYL) has been recognized for excellence in sustainable finance for its $1 billion Revolving Credit Facility.
  • Targets include measuring and reducing greenhouse gas emissions across the company’s operations and supply chain, and enabling customers’ carbon footprint reduction with Xylem products.
  • Environmental Finance commended Xylem for its comprehensive supply chain impact and overall sustainability progress.
  • “Xylem is at the leading edge of sustainability, and this award is a testament to that,” Ana Carolina Oliveira, Head of Sustainable Finance Americas at ING, said.

Southeastern Grocers strengthens commitment to building a more sustainable future with annual progress report and Earth Month initiatives

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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(Photo: Business Wire)

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  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The annual sustainability report offers a comprehensive overview of SEG’s support of the environment and its neighbors through ongoing corporate social responsibility efforts across the Southeast.
  • The grocer aligns its sustainability report with six specific United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, which address hunger, health, education, inequalities, responsible consumption and production, and ocean conservation.
  • In 2023, SEG, together with its charitable arm, the SEG Gives Foundation, donated more than $3.7 million to local communities.
  • To learn more about the grocer’s commitments and to view its 2023 sustainability report, visit segrocers.com/sustainability .

PPG highlights 2023 performance during annual meeting of shareholders

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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PPG (NYSE:PPG) today held its annual meeting of shareholders where Tim Knavish, PPG chairman and chief executive officer, highlighted the company’s 2023 record performance.

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  • PPG (NYSE:PPG) today held its annual meeting of shareholders where Tim Knavish, PPG chairman and chief executive officer, highlighted the company’s 2023 record performance.
  • PPG achieved records in sales, adjusted earnings per diluted share and operating cash flow in 2023.
  • “I want to thank and recognize our more than 50,000 PPG team members who delivered excellent results for the company in 2023, our 140th year.
  • The PPG Logo and We protect and beautify the world are registered trademarks of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.

Cushman & Wakefield Appointed by Standard Chartered Bank to Deliver Property Services across Asia and Global Asset and Transaction Management

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK), a leading global real estate services firm, announces that it has been appointed by Standard Chartered Bank (the Bank) to provide services to support its Asia workplace transformation, and Global Asset and Transaction Management for the Bank’s 11m square foot global real estate portfolio.

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  • Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK), a leading global real estate services firm, announces that it has been appointed by Standard Chartered Bank (the Bank) to provide services to support its Asia workplace transformation, and Global Asset and Transaction Management for the Bank’s 11m square foot global real estate portfolio.
  • The five-year mandate will encompass global Asset & Transactions Management and Property Services across Asia, including Integrated Facilities Management, Project & Design Management Services, Space Planning, Occupancy Management, Health, Safety and Wellbeing and Physical Security and will take effect from 1 July 2024.
  • In support of delivering a best-in-class corporate, investment, wealth and retail banking experience, Cushman & Wakefield will be key in accelerating the Bank’s client strategy across its physical and digital networks.
  • We are excited to strengthen joint capabilities to seize opportunities ahead and look forward to delivering excellence for the Bank and our clients in 2024 and beyond,” said Shelley Boland, Global Head, Property, Standard Chartered Bank.

Battelle Innovations in Climate Resilience Conference to Convene Powerhouse Group of Climate Leaders from the White House, Department of Energy, Private Industry and Academia in Washington, DC on April 22-24

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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“As Battelle approaches a century since its founding, even as threats to our society have evolved, we find our motto ‘It Can Be Done’ more relevant than ever.

Key Points: 
  • “As Battelle approaches a century since its founding, even as threats to our society have evolved, we find our motto ‘It Can Be Done’ more relevant than ever.
  • It underpins our approach to climate resilience,” said Battelle President and CEO Lou Von Thaer.
  • From the private sector, Douglas Chan, Chief Operating Officer, Climeworks will share his first-hand experience leading manufacturing and energy projects around the world.
  • For more information about this year’s event, visit the ICR24 website or send inquiries to [email protected] .

Consolidated Communications Releases 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance Report

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Friday, April 19, 2024
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Consolidated Communications (NASDAQ: CNSL), a leading fiber provider, today published its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report .

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  • Consolidated Communications (NASDAQ: CNSL), a leading fiber provider, today published its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report .
  • The report details Consolidated’s ongoing efforts to enhance sustainable and responsible business and operational practices throughout 2023.
  • The 2023 report highlights include:
    $512 million in capital expenditures in 2023 to deliver better broadband services to homes and businesses across rural communities.
  • Employees reported more than 8,700 volunteer hours, and the company awarded 56 Consolidated Cares contributions on behalf of our employees’ volunteering.

Williams to Volunteer at nearly 100 Community Projects Across 17 States

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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Williams (NYSE: WMB) employees will be volunteering in communities across the United States as part of the company’s third annual Volunteer Week, April 21 to 27.

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  • Williams (NYSE: WMB) employees will be volunteering in communities across the United States as part of the company’s third annual Volunteer Week, April 21 to 27.
  • With about 100 projects scheduled in 17 states, hundreds of employees will repair wheelchair ramps, clean up community parks, make meals and build ballpark bleachers, among dozens of other volunteer jobs.
  • “Williams Volunteer Week is truly a grassroots effort where individual employees work with community organizations to identify projects and recruit teams of volunteers to fulfill all kinds of needs.
  • Last year, employees recorded 35,282 volunteer hours, serving as advocates, youth mentors, coaches, nonprofit board members and volunteer firefighters.