Environmental, social and corporate governance

Kadant Named to Newsweek’s List of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2023

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

WESTFORD, Mass., Jan. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced today that it was named one of "America's Most Responsible Companies 2023" by Newsweek magazine.

Key Points: 
  • WESTFORD, Mass., Jan. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced today that it was named one of "America's Most Responsible Companies 2023" by Newsweek magazine.
  • This was the third consecutive year Kadant has been included on the list which assesses companies on various Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) factors.
  • “We are pleased to once again be recognized for our corporate responsibility efforts and named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies,” said Jeffrey L. Powell, president and chief executive officer of Kadant.
  • The list recognizes 500 companies across 13 industry categories with the highest scores as the most responsible companies in the United States.

3D Printing Industry Players Map ESG Potentials: Astra ESG Solutions

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Exponential growth in digitization and a paradigm shift witnessed in the energy transition towards renewables have redefined the 3D printing landscape.

Key Points: 
  • Exponential growth in digitization and a paradigm shift witnessed in the energy transition towards renewables have redefined the 3D printing landscape.
  • Amidst surging pressure to address supply chain issues and keep up with energy efficiency needs, industry players could explore opportunities in 3D printing.
  • Discover more regarding the practices and strategies being implemented by industry participants in the 3D Printing Industry ESG Thematic Report, 2023, published by Astra ESG Solutions
    Pioneering products, services and state-of-the-art technologies are unlocking opportunities and measuring sustainability metrics in line with ESG goals.
  • Browse more ESG Thematic Reports from the Technology Sector, published by Astra - ESG Solutions
    As 3D printing brings a seismic shift in the global landscape, stakeholders are gearing to augment their leadership position in ESG.

3D Printing Industry Players Map ESG Potentials: Astra ESG Solutions

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Exponential growth in digitization and a paradigm shift witnessed in the energy transition towards renewables have redefined the 3D printing landscape.

Key Points: 
  • Exponential growth in digitization and a paradigm shift witnessed in the energy transition towards renewables have redefined the 3D printing landscape.
  • Amidst surging pressure to address supply chain issues and keep up with energy efficiency needs, industry players could explore opportunities in 3D printing.
  • Discover more regarding the practices and strategies being implemented by industry participants in the 3D Printing Industry ESG Thematic Report, 2023, published by Astra ESG Solutions
    Pioneering products, services and state-of-the-art technologies are unlocking opportunities and measuring sustainability metrics in line with ESG goals.
  • Browse more ESG Thematic Reports from the Technology Sector, published by Astra - ESG Solutions
    As 3D printing brings a seismic shift in the global landscape, stakeholders are gearing to augment their leadership position in ESG.

ESG Shows Ways from Pollution to Solution to Recycled Plastic Companies: Astra ESG Solutions

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Accordingly, in March 2022, the U.N. member states endorsed a resolution to beat plastic pollution and create an international legally binding agreement by 2024.

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  • Accordingly, in March 2022, the U.N. member states endorsed a resolution to beat plastic pollution and create an international legally binding agreement by 2024.
  • Sustainable and affordable options for recycled products have gained ground, furthering the need for ESG frameworks globally.
  • The ubiquitous nature of plastic has put pressure on regulators and investors to find solutions for pollution across sectors, including retail, manufacturing, industrial, and electronics.
  • Industry leaders are expected to underpin their efforts to minimize GHG emissions, prevent plastic waste and provide recycled plastic products.

ESG Shows Ways from Pollution to Solution to Recycled Plastic Companies: Astra ESG Solutions

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Accordingly, in March 2022, the U.N. member states endorsed a resolution to beat plastic pollution and create an international legally binding agreement by 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Accordingly, in March 2022, the U.N. member states endorsed a resolution to beat plastic pollution and create an international legally binding agreement by 2024.
  • Sustainable and affordable options for recycled products have gained ground, furthering the need for ESG frameworks globally.
  • The ubiquitous nature of plastic has put pressure on regulators and investors to find solutions for pollution across sectors, including retail, manufacturing, industrial, and electronics.
  • Industry leaders are expected to underpin their efforts to minimize GHG emissions, prevent plastic waste and provide recycled plastic products.

REV Group Publishes 2022 Corporate Sustainability Report

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG), a leading company that designs and manufactures specialty vehicles in the fire & emergency, commercial and recreation industries, has released its 2022 Corporate Sustainability Report .

Key Points: 
  • REV Group, Inc. (NYSE: REVG), a leading company that designs and manufactures specialty vehicles in the fire & emergency, commercial and recreation industries, has released its 2022 Corporate Sustainability Report .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230110005681/en/
    REV Group, Inc. publishes its annual Sustainability Report for 2022.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We began our sustainability journey in 2019 with our first report, and now four years later, we’ve made improvements and are advancing on the road ahead,” said Rod Rushing, President and CEO of REV Group.
  • To view REV Group’s 2022 Corporate Sustainability Report and previous reports, visit REV Group Sustainability and Community .

Leading Players Prioritize ESG Investments In The Edtech Industry: Astra ESG Solutions

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Notably, the prevalence of online learning against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic prompted industry leaders to achieve ESG goals.

Key Points: 
  • Notably, the prevalence of online learning against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic prompted industry leaders to achieve ESG goals.
  • AI-based learning tools forayed into the mainstream education landscape, encouraging investors, venture capitalists and other stakeholders to prioritize ESG goals.
  • A host of global organizations expects their vendors to adopt ESG goals, while stakeholders are demanding that startups define and focus on ESG strategy.
  • Discover more regarding the practices and strategies being implemented by industry participants from the EdTech Industry ESG Thematic Report, 2023, published by Astra ESG Solutions
    Investors are bullish on the prospect of edtech providing an immersive learning experience to K-12 students (kindergarten to 12th grade).

Leading Players Prioritize ESG Investments In The Edtech Industry: Astra ESG Solutions

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Notably, the prevalence of online learning against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic prompted industry leaders to achieve ESG goals.

Key Points: 
  • Notably, the prevalence of online learning against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic prompted industry leaders to achieve ESG goals.
  • AI-based learning tools forayed into the mainstream education landscape, encouraging investors, venture capitalists and other stakeholders to prioritize ESG goals.
  • A host of global organizations expects their vendors to adopt ESG goals, while stakeholders are demanding that startups define and focus on ESG strategy.
  • Discover more regarding the practices and strategies being implemented by industry participants from the EdTech Industry ESG Thematic Report, 2023, published by Astra ESG Solutions
    Investors are bullish on the prospect of edtech providing an immersive learning experience to K-12 students (kindergarten to 12th grade).

FanDuel Group Officially Launches Mobile Sports Betting in Ohio and Announces Opening of FanDuel Sportsbook at Belterra Park Cincinnati on January 1st

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Sunday, January 1, 2023

CINCINNATI, Jan. 1, 2023  /PRNewswire/ -- Following the official launch of legal sports wagering in the state of Ohio, FanDuel Group and Boyd Gaming today announced the availability of the online FanDuel Sportsbook within the state and the opening of a new retail sportsbook at Belterra Park Cincinnati.

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  • FanDuel and Boyd Gaming will also open a retail sportsbook at Belterra Park Cincinnati at 9 a.m.
  • Opening just in time for the 2023 NFL playoffs and the 2023 CFP National Championship Game, the FanDuel Sportsbook at Belterra Park Cincinnati is conveniently located in southeast Cincinnati on the Ohio River.
  • The sportsbook will be open year-round and feature three betting windows, 21 HD televisions, seating for 68 customers and nine IGT PlaySports self-service betting kiosks.
  • Sports Betting 101: FanDuel Sportsbook has a sports betting guide to help customers learn the ins and outs of legal sports betting.

The Views of 1,500 Patient Groups on the Pharmaceutical Industry and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Many of these patient groups feel that pharma companies could do much more to communicate their ESG strategies to patient groups.

Key Points: 
  • Many of these patient groups feel that pharma companies could do much more to communicate their ESG strategies to patient groups.
  • Other respondent patient groups acknowledge the potential of ESG to support companies' efforts at building more patient-centric measures of company performance.
  • - International blood-cancers patient group, Romania
    Looking to the future, many patient groups would like pharma companies to improve how they involve patient communities in defining patient-relevant ESG measures.
  • A significant number (140) of respondent patient groups offered their own criteria for pharma's ESG targets [details provided in the 'Pharma and ESG - the Patient Perspective' report].