Environmental stewardship

Covia Shares ESG Results in Latest Corporate Responsibility Report

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onsdag, maj 29, 2024
Professional Services, Chemicals, Plastics, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Mining, Minerals, Manufacturing, Natural Resources, Computer security, Task force, ESG, Metal, Energy, Sustainability accounting, Corporation, Corporate social responsibility, Safety, Certification, Appendix, TCFD, Biodiversity, Privacy, Environmental stewardship, Risk management

Covia Holdings LLC has published its 19th consecutive Corporate Responsibility Report.

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  • Covia Holdings LLC has published its 19th consecutive Corporate Responsibility Report.
  • This report reflects an updated set of material topics, following the completion of a new materiality assessment in 2023.
  • As an outcome from the assessment, the report includes new chapters that highlight efforts and results in areas such as Responsible Operations and Cybersecurity and Data Privacy.
  • As a result, this will be the last corporate responsibility report for Covia as a combined energy and industrial company.

CASIO AMERICA RELAUNCHES CASIOEDUCATION.COM

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torsdag, maj 2, 2024
Education, Environmental stewardship, Mathematics, Casio, Community, Student, Teaching, Learning, Publishing

DOVER, N.J., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio America, Inc., a pioneer in education technology, today announced the relaunch of its dedicated educational website, CasioEducation.com. This initiative reflects Casio's enduring commitment to the transformative power of education and its mission to provide comprehensive resources for effective teaching and engaging learning experiences.

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  • DOVER, N.J., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio America, Inc., a pioneer in education technology, today announced the relaunch of its dedicated educational website, CasioEducation.com.
  • "Our redesigned Casio Education website marks a significant milestone in our journey to support educators," said Jim Gross, General Manager of Casio's EdTech Division.
  • The Casio Education website features:
    Interactive Tools and Resources: Designed with input from educators, Casio's calculators and educational resources address the real-world complexities of teaching and learning mathematics.
  • "By relaunching the Casio Education website, we aim to reiterate our dedication to making quality education accessible and effective.

National STEM Festival Youth Innovators Gain Access to Career Development Tool

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onsdag, april 17, 2024
Software, Professional Services, Consumer, Technology, Other Education, Artificial Intelligence, Teens, Primary, Secondary, Education, Science, Human Resources, Other Science, Tech, SkyHive, Barack Obama, NASA, Housing, National Cancer Institute, Environmental stewardship, Employment, STEM, Engineering, Mathematics, Exploration, Workforce, Good, Government, Organization, Occupation

A group of 126 Champions in the National STEM Challenge headed to Washington, D.C. to present their innovative ideas to leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) across the U.S. government during the National STEM Festival held from April 11-13, 2024.

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  • A group of 126 Champions in the National STEM Challenge headed to Washington, D.C. to present their innovative ideas to leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) across the U.S. government during the National STEM Festival held from April 11-13, 2024.
  • This first-ever National STEM Festival celebrates student achievements in STEM and innovative student ideas to address urgent global challenges.
  • EXPLR co-founders Jenny Buccos and Kari Byron originated the National STEM Festival as a successor to the Obama Administration’s White House Science Fair.
  • Redefining STEM education with career exploration and skill development technology helps young people benefit from the nearly 11% increase in U.S. employment in STEM occupations from 2022 to 2032 and earn a median wage of US$97,980, more than double the median of non-STEM positions.”
    As part of the National STEM Festival, SkyHive is providing free access to a new STEM Career Explorer tool, which uses SkyHive’s Skill Passport™ technology to help all participants in the National STEM Challenge explore future careers and skills needed to succeed along STEM career pathways.

Meridian Credit Union Champions Environmental Stewardship this Earth Day

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måndag, april 22, 2024
Voluntary disclosure, Food, Investment, Housing, Meridian Credit Union, Social impact, Environmental stewardship, Employment, Environment, ESG, United Church of Canada, Community gardening, Social responsibility, Community, Culture, Renewable energy

TORONTO, April 22, 2024 /CNW/ - Meridian, Ontario's largest credit union and one of the largest in Canada, released its 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report today, emphasizing its commitment to environmental stewardship.

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  • TORONTO, April 22, 2024 /CNW/ - Meridian, Ontario's largest credit union and one of the largest in Canada, released its 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report today, emphasizing its commitment to environmental stewardship.
  • Coinciding with Earth Day 2024, Meridian is reinforcing its dedication to eco-friendly initiatives and sustainable practices.
  • Meridian's ESG priorities are grouped into five pillars: Environmental Stewardship, Member Experience, Community, People and Culture, and Governance and Responsible Management.
  • In celebration of Earth Day 2024, Meridian Credit Union is excited to share the launch of its Community Garden Initiative.

Kathairos Launches Energy Influencer Spotlight: PennEnergy Resources Champions Innovative Methane Emissions Reduction Across Appalachia

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tisdag, april 16, 2024
Methane, Integrity, MIQ, Partnership, Environmental stewardship, Culture, Renewable energy

This initiative celebrates the industry's frontrunners in environmental stewardship, showcasing PennEnergy's commitment to responsible energy production.

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  • This initiative celebrates the industry's frontrunners in environmental stewardship, showcasing PennEnergy's commitment to responsible energy production.
  • "Environmental stewardship hasn't shaped our strategy, it has always been our strategy," said Greg Muse, President and Chief Operating Officer of PennEnergy Resources.
  • "The partnership between PennEnergy and Kathairos represents a powerful alignment of vision and values.
  • The Energy Influencers campaign, a strategic multi-channel endeavor, aims to spotlight major oil and gas producers' significant emissions reduction milestones and their adoption of cutting-edge technology.

Kroger Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation Sponsors National STEM Festival

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tisdag, april 9, 2024
Festival, Culture, Organization, Education, Science, Research, Environmental stewardship, Food security, Food, Kroger, Student, Mathematics, STEM, Creativity, Invention, Future, Good, International Patient Safety Goals, Workplace, Engineering, Tech, Management

CINCINNATI, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation today announced it is sponsoring the 2024 National STEM Festival co-presented by EXPLR and the U.S. Department of Education April 12-13 in Washington, D.C. The festival is the first-ever nationwide initiative to foster creativity, critical thinking and a passion for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects among middle and high school students.

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  • Foundation leading conversations on food access, food security and waste challenges
    CINCINNATI, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation today announced it is sponsoring the 2024 National STEM Festival co-presented by EXPLR and the U.S. Department of Education April 12-13 in Washington, D.C.
  • Cultivating this talent is an investment in our future and critical to our Zero Hunger | Zero Waste vision."
  • The Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation, a nonprofit public charity established to direct charitable funds to organizations and innovators aligned with Kroger's Zero Hunger | Zero Waste impact plan, is sponsoring the Festival's Future Foods pillar.
  • For more information about the National STEM Festival, visit: www.nationalstemfestival.com

C.K. McWhorter Honoring Excellence Of Rolex: McWhorter Family Trust Recognizes Rolex as a Paragon of Timepiece Craftsmanship By Granting Illustrious Trust Warrant

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lördag, mars 16, 2024
Community, Culture, Social responsibility, Single-family, Ambassador, ESG, History, Environmental stewardship, Acquisition, Security (finance), Trust, SFO, Investment, The Family Crest, Family office, Crest, Tourism

Rolex's rich history and unwavering commitment to craftsmanship resonate profoundly with the McWhorter Family Trust, positioning it as an exemplary ambassador within the family's esteemed portfolio of luxury assets.

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  • Rolex's rich history and unwavering commitment to craftsmanship resonate profoundly with the McWhorter Family Trust, positioning it as an exemplary ambassador within the family's esteemed portfolio of luxury assets.
  • Incorporating Rolex into the McWhorter Family Trust’s Portfolio:
    The addition of Rolex to the McWhorter Family Trust’s portfolio signifies a deliberate expansion of the family's investments in exceptional luxury assets.
  • Crafting a Legacy of Distinction:
    The McWhorter Family Trust's endorsement of Rolex signifies a commitment to upholding excellence and fostering enduring partnerships that transcend generations.
  • As the McWhorter Family Trust continues its journey of curating a portfolio of exemplary luxury assets, Rolex emerges as a symbol of timeless elegance and unparalleled craftsmanship.

C.K. McWhorter Endows Ferrari with McWhorter Family Warrant, Acknowledging its Exemplary Status in Automotive Excellence

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tisdag, mars 12, 2024
Community, Electricity, Culture, Social responsibility, Single-family, Ambassador, Organization, Longevity, Philosophy, ESG, Environmental stewardship, Acquisition, Security (finance), Carbon, Wood, SFO, Investment, The Family Crest, Collection, Animal, Family office, Engineering, Crest, Financial adviser

Ferrari’s illustrious history and commitment to the quality of craftsmanship resonate profoundly with the McWhorter Family Trust, rendering it an exemplary ambassador within the assembly of the McWhorter family’s luxury assets investment portfolio.

Key Points: 
  • Ferrari’s illustrious history and commitment to the quality of craftsmanship resonate profoundly with the McWhorter Family Trust, rendering it an exemplary ambassador within the assembly of the McWhorter family’s luxury assets investment portfolio.
  • The Incorporation of Ferrari into the McWhorter Family Trust’s Investment Portfolio:
    The incorporation of Ferrari into the McWhorter Family Trust’s list of esteemed investments marks a deliberate expansion of the McWhorter Family’s luxury asset portfolio.
  • This action is reflective of a meticulously curated investment philosophy developed by Ambassador Noble McWhorter and his distinguishably evolving family legacy.
  • McWhorter, currently intricately structuring a Single Family Office (SFO), has tactically announced a significant, yet SEC-exempt, small acquisition in Ferrari.

NeoGenomics Releases Inaugural Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report

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onsdag, mars 20, 2024
Medical Devices, Professional Services, Science, Genetics, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Clinical Trials, Biotechnology, Health, Health Technology, Recycling, Research, Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Environment, Radiology, Pharmaceutical, Oncology, NEO, Development, Growth, ESG, Patient, Environmental stewardship, Cancer, Business ethics, Woman, Workforce, Retention, Consumer, Management

This inaugural report details the performance and management of NeoGenomics’ commitment to its core values of quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and innovation.

Key Points: 
  • This inaugural report details the performance and management of NeoGenomics’ commitment to its core values of quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and innovation.
  • “Releasing our first ESG report marks an important milestone in NeoGenomics’ growth and evolution,” said Chris Smith, CEO at NeoGenomics.
  • In 2023, NeoGenomics recycled 310 tons of waste from its labs in Fort Myers, FL, and Aliso Viejo, CA.
  • NeoGenomics’ 2023 Employee Engagement Survey showed net improvements in Employee Happiness and Employee Engagement and decreased voluntary employee turnover to 13%.

Soil Health Institute Welcomes New Directors to Board

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tisdag, april 2, 2024
Health, Farmer, Innovation Center station, Environment, Science, Agriculture, Dairy Management Inc., Environmental stewardship, Doctor of Philosophy, Water quality, Cargill, JBS, SHI, Soil, Food

MORRISVILLE, N.C., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ten new members representing diverse sectors of agriculture and sustainability have joined the Board of Directors of the Soil Health Institute, ushering in the organization's next phase of enhancing life by enriching soil.

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  • MORRISVILLE, N.C., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ten new members representing diverse sectors of agriculture and sustainability have joined the Board of Directors of the Soil Health Institute, ushering in the organization's next phase of enhancing life by enriching soil.
  • With projects and partnerships throughout North America and the world, SHI advances the science of soil health and the adoption of soil health management systems.
  • Their guidance will position the Soil Health Institute for even greater impact," Buckner said.
  • For full bios for the Soil Health Institute's Board of Directors, visit SHI's governance page .