Institute of Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability

McCain Foods USA and Partners Awarded $6.9 Million in Federal Funds for Sustainable Potato-Growing Projects in Wisconsin and Maine

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- McCain Foods USA was awarded $6.9 million in funding through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), which will be used as part of an "Improving Soil Health in Potato Supply Chains" project.

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  • McCain Foods, Campbell, and the Soil Health Institute will use the funds to implement climate-smart practices on more than 6,000 acres of farmland.
  • Under that project, McCain Foods USA and its partners, Campbell Soup Company and the Soil Health Institute (SHI), will help potato farmers implement soil health and climate-smart agriculture practices and systems on more than 6,000 acres in Wisconsin and Maine.
  • McCain and Campbell both have corporate programs to help growers in their supply chains adopt regenerative agriculture practices and help fight climate change.
  • In 2021, McCain Foods established its Regenerative Agriculture Framework , designed to support farmers in their progression to a more regenerative farming model for potatoes.

Macerich Achieves Sector Leading Ranking, Green Star Rating in GRESB Real Estate Assessment

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

This year marks the ninth straight year that Macerich has ranked #1 in the U.S. Retail: Retail Centers sector.

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  • This year marks the ninth straight year that Macerich has ranked #1 in the U.S. Retail: Retail Centers sector.
  • Macerich also earned the prestigious GRESB Green Star rating, based on absolute performance, as well as an “A” score in the GRESB Public Disclosure Assessment, measuring a company’s stakeholder engagement and communication of its environmental, social and governance (ESG) efforts.
  • We are particularly excited to have earned #1 U.S. and top 10 worldwide rankings for retail,” said Olivia Bartel Leigh, Executive Vice President, Portfolio Operations and People, Macerich.
  • “We view GRESB as a strong barometer for assessing our progress to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030,” said Ryan Knudson, Vice President, Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability, Macerich.

2023 RELX SDG Inspiration Day: Fostering Global Cooperation to Protect Advance Biodiversity

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Monday, August 7, 2023

LONDON, Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Over 1500 people gathered virtually on 13 June 2023 for the ninth RELX SDG Inspiration Day: 'Not Too Late for Nature: Biodiversity and the UN Sustainable Development Goals' .

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  • LONDON, Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Over 1500 people gathered virtually on 13 June 2023 for the ninth RELX SDG Inspiration Day: 'Not Too Late for Nature: Biodiversity and the UN Sustainable Development Goals' .
  • This year's event examined our progress as a global community in achieving the SDGs closely linked to biodiversity, namely SDGs 14, 15, 2, 3, 11, and 13.
  • Later, RELX awarded four customers that share their commitment to actioning the SDGs with an SDG Customer Award.
  • The final panel discussion, hosted by Senior VP of Elsevier, Michiel Kolman, addressed barriers for policymakers in meeting biodiversity commitments.

Campbell Enters Into Renewable Energy Agreement With Enel North America to Advance Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets

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Monday, November 21, 2022

Campbell Soup Company (NYSE: CPB) and Enel North America today announced a 12-year virtual renewable power purchase agreement, supporting Campbells goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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  • Campbell Soup Company (NYSE: CPB) and Enel North America today announced a 12-year virtual renewable power purchase agreement, supporting Campbells goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Through the agreement Campbell will purchase the electricity and the associated renewable energy credits from a 115 megawatt share of Enels Seven Cowboy wind project in Oklahoma.
  • Reducing emissions is a key part of this work, and the agreement with Enel North America provides a significant step forward in meeting our science-based emissions targets.
  • We are proud to support Campbells goal to create a more sustainable food system, said Paolo Romanacci, head of Enel North Americas renewable energy business, Enel Green Power.

Atmos Energy Releases Latest Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Report

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022

With a focus on long term sustainability and on the pivotal role that natural gas plays in achieving a low carbon energy future, Atmos Energy Corporation (NYSE: ATO) has released its latest Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (CRS) Report.

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  • With a focus on long term sustainability and on the pivotal role that natural gas plays in achieving a low carbon energy future, Atmos Energy Corporation (NYSE: ATO) has released its latest Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (CRS) Report.
  • The report, available online at atmosenergy.com/Sustainability , highlights accomplishments in public and pipeline safety, system modernization, environmental sustainability, community support and the culture of AtmoSpirit.
  • The CRS Report illustrates Atmos Energys Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy and commitments as well as the progress made executing that strategy and meeting those commitments.
  • Atmos Energy manages proprietary pipeline and storage assets, including one of the largest intrastate natural gas pipeline systems in Texas.

Campbell Sets Science-based Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets to Combat Climate Change

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) today announced new science-based targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions as part of its overall environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy outlined in its 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report .

Key Points: 
  • Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) today announced new science-based targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions as part of its overall environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy outlined in its 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report .
  • Campbell is committed to building a more resilient food system and has long set greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals for its own operations, starting in 2010.
  • The Science Based Targets initiative has approved Campbells emissions reduction targets as consistent with levels required to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement.
  • The targets covering greenhouse gas emissions from Campbells operations (Scopes 1 and 2) are consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5C, which the latest climate science has indicated is needed to prevent the most damaging effects of climate change.

Dinant Sustainability Report Highlights Continued Success In Promoting Gender Equality & Protecting Environment

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022

The report shows success on all fronts and demonstrates Dinants alignment with many of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals ( SDGs ).

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  • The report shows success on all fronts and demonstrates Dinants alignment with many of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals ( SDGs ).
  • We are aware of the important role we must play to help tackle climate change, defend human rights, promote gender equality, and contribute to overall social well-being.
  • That is why we are giving serious consideration to the impact we have on the economy, society and the environment.
  • Dinant was the first Honduran company to join the Voluntary Principles, and the first agrobusiness in the world to be accepted.

Campbell Named One of the World’s Most Sustainable Corporations

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Wednesday, January 19, 2022

Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) today was named as one of the 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World by Corporate Knights, a media and research company that produces rankings and financial product ratings based on corporate sustainability performance.

Key Points: 
  • Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) today was named as one of the 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World by Corporate Knights, a media and research company that produces rankings and financial product ratings based on corporate sustainability performance.
  • Ranked number 89, Campbell is one of 23 U.S. companies, and one of only two U.S. food companies, included in the Global 100.
  • At Campbell, we are committed to building a more sustainable and resilient food system, said Stewart Lindsay, Campbells Vice President, Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability.
  • Campbell performed particularly well in the areas of clean revenue, employee safety, employee benefits and executive and board diversity.

Campbell Appoints Stewart Lindsay Vice President, Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) today announced the appointment of Stewart Lindsay as Vice President, Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability, effective Dec. 6, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) today announced the appointment of Stewart Lindsay as Vice President, Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability, effective Dec. 6, 2021.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211123006098/en/
    Lindsay will be responsible for the companys corporate responsibility and sustainability strategy and programs.
  • Lindsay will lead teams responsible for environmental sustainability and sustainable agriculture and work closely with others across the company to help Campbell achieve its goals.
  • He will report to Adam Ciongoli, Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Chief Sustainability, Corporate Responsibility and Governance Officer.