News by subject: SRI

SKF today announces its commitment to have a supply chain with net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Rickard Gustafson, President and CEO, says: "Having already made significant progress on our journey to reducing emissions from our own...

Asset managers struggle to incorporate ESG in their brands and must emphasise their role in the construction of a safer and fairer future. - The 4th edition of the Hirschel & Kramer Responsible Investment Brand Index (RIBItm) expands its universe of...

Skypod is pleased to announce their support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month alongside The National Breast Cancer Foundation with a $100 credit donation to all those who have been recently diagnosed with or who have survived breast cancer. This past...

The WEA Member Benefits Foundation, Inc. is launching a pilot project to provide financial support for school-based mental health services for K-12 students throughout Wisconsin. Together with a sister organization, WEA Trust, the Foundation will...

Today, the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) announced a long-term commitment to advancing racial, ethnic and gender diversity in science that's built on taking concrete steps toward inclusion and equity for scientists and students across key...

newBin, the first free on-demand recycling service to collect all types of plastics, launched a fundraising campaign today on the crowdfunding platform StartEngine. The crowdfunding offers an opportunity for investors, both large and small, to share...

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, DeoBioSciences, Inc. ("DBS"), a minority/female founded, preclinical stage, biotech company, is highlighting its impressive research results against several types of treatment-resistant breast cancer....

Uniform Advantage (UA), a multi-channel retailer of uniforms for the medical and hospitality industries, announced today that it will make charitable contributions totaling $75,000 to three organizations. The awards, based on recommendations from...

Burford Capital, the leading global finance and asset management firm focused on law, today announces the launch of phase two of The Equity Project, its groundbreaking initiative designed to increase diversity in the business of law....

CustomerServ is pleased to announce that Alexis Moran is this year's recipient of the CustomerServ Scholarship for $7,500. Alexis is currently pursuing a degree in business management and has demonstrated a passion for education, cost-affordable...

TruFund Financial Services ("TruFund"), a Community Development Financial Institution located in New York City, today announced that it has made an equity investment in Exact Capital Group, LLC, a majority Black-owned real estate development firm...

Barings, one of the world's leading investment management firms, announced today that it has provided a sustainability-linked senior secured financing to support private equity firm Ridgemont Equity Partners' growth investment in Northstar Recycling...

What do Jay Z, ARod, Shaq and former Republican Congressman, Paul Ryan, have in common? They all have SPACs, or special purpose acquisition companies, which took off in 2021 with a record $107.6 billion raised in the first half of 2021 (compared to...

Anyone who has had cancer or who has known someone with cancer knows the traumatic effects it has on the person diagnosed and their family. With an estimated 1.8 million cases being diagnosed each year, it is imperative that the fight against cancer...

Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. ("Southwest Gas Holdings" or the "Company") announced today that its board of directors (the "Board") adopted a short-term stockholder rights plan (the "Rights Plan") on October 10, 2021. The Rights Plan is designed to...

Listed companies are responsible for 40% of all climate-warming emissions, shows a first-of-its kind analysis by Generation Investment Management, the sustainable investment management firm. In its Insights 6: Listed Company Emissions report,...

The ACE programme is being launched as a university engagement initiative that strives to make a long-lasting, positive impact in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space. As a commitment to Algorand Foundation's mission, the ACE programme is being...

??Autodesk, Inc. today announced the pricing of its first sustainability bond offering of an aggregate principal amount of $1 billion in 2.4% senior notes due 2031. The offering is expected to close on October 7, 2021, subject to the satisfaction of...

Shango Cannabis will sell its signature line of pink merchandise, including Shango T-shirts and other swag throughout National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. Proceeds will benefit The Pink Ribbon Place. The Riverside Community Health...

Tishman Speyer, one of the world's leading real estate developers, owners, operators and investors, today announced that a $425 million green bond offering has been successfully completed to refinance The JACX, its recently-completed creative office...

Special Olympics Oregon (SOOR), Oregon's premier sports organization for individuals with intellectual disabilities, hosted a record-breaking 2021 Plane Pull fundraiser - a national fan favorite challenge for supporters of the Special Olympics...

Krane Funds Advisors, LLC, ("KraneShares"), an asset management firm known for its global exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and innovative investment strategies, is pleased to announce the expansion of its carbon market offering with the launch of...

The Lost Explorer Mezcal, the multi-award-winning, sustainably crafted mezcal, reinforces its commitment to sustainability and economic growth within Oaxaca with the announcement of three impact projects supporting the UN Sustainable Development...

Today, members of the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) have committed to a goal of net zero scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050 or sooner, in line with the ambitions of the Paris Agreement. This landmark commitment...

Today, Genus Capital, an independent investment management firm in Vancouver, announced they have received  two prestigious awards from the Clean 50 organization. Mike Thiessen, Genus' Chief Sustainability Officer, has been awarded as a Clean50...

FarmFundr (https://www.farmfundr.com/) announced a new investment opportunity with an established orchard of walnut trees located in Kings County, California. The Denver Walnut Orchard is a 25.6-acre property with 15-year-old Tulare Walnut trees that...

Providence, one of the largest health systems in the nation, was invited to speak at the Race for our Planet event hosted by the United Nations High Level Climate Action Champion Nigel Topping and the British Embassy in Rome. The event aims to build...

NPX, a company transforming the way nonprofits are funded by explicitly linking capital with results, and The Last Mile (TLM), a nonprofit organization that prepares incarcerated individuals for successful re-entry to society, jointly announced today...

In an unprecedented effort to ensure that New York City is prepared to meet future health emergencies like Covid-19, New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) and Department of Health and Mental Hygiene announced today Columbia...

On Thurs., Sept. 23, hundreds of American India Foundation supporters joined together to virtually celebrate the organization's 2021 New York Gala. Despite the fundraising challenges of virtual events during these challenging times, AIF successfully...

Shaw Floors, the flagship residential brand of Shaw Industries Group, Inc. (Shaw), is wrapping up its recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by thanking its customers, associates, media partners, and suppliers for their outpouring of support...

Standard Textile Co., Inc., a global leader in the healthcare and hospitality textile markets, announces its support of The Shower of Hope, a non-profit organization in Los Angeles, California that offers more than 2,000 showers a month to...

Today, GMC and General Motors are announcing the launch of a multi-year collaboration with the Marcus Graham Project (MGP), a non-profit organization founded to help aspiring BIPOC leaders find careers in the marketing, media and advertising industry...

Today BMO launched Wîcihitowin ??????? (pronounced: wee-chih-hito-win), its first Indigenous Partnerships and Progress Report, reaffirming its commitment to Indigenous peoples across three key pillars that reflect its...

In effort to create a more invested world together, today Mackenzie Investments proudly announces the unveiling of The Mackenzie Money Tree, a safe, interactive and in-person experience at Yonge and Dundas Square. The symbolic display aims to...

Qontigo has licensed two climate, sustainability and factor-focused STOXX indices to FlexShares, part of Northern Trust Asset Management, as underlyings for exchange traded funds (ETFs): the iSTOXX Northern Trust Emerging Markets High Dividend...

In effort to create a more invested world together, today Mackenzie Investments proudly announces the unveiling of The Mackenzie Money Tree, a safe, interactive and in-person experience at Yonge and Dundas Square. The symbolic display aims to...

Alternet Systems, Inc. (USOTC: ALYI) ("ALYI") has recently announced that it expects to generate its first revenue this year from the sale of electric vehicles.  Specifically, ALYI intends to generate $2 million by year end from the sale of electric...

In effort to create a more invested world together, today Mackenzie Investments proudly announces the unveiling of The Mackenzie Money Tree, a safe, interactive and in-person experience at Yonge and Dundas Square. The symbolic display aims to...

Mackenzie Investments today launched Mackenzie Global Sustainable Bond ETF, expanding its comprehensive suite of global exchange traded funds (ETFs) and adding to its sustainable investing products....

As students head back to school and return to in-person learning, Desjardins Group continues its support to youth by investing a total of $2.55 million in donations, grants, scholarships and sponsorships amid the new school year. To help during these...

SEI today announced the results of its inaugural sustainable investing survey, which examines insights from nearly 800 registered investment advisors (RIAs) on core sustainable investing topics, including education, investment strategy and...

X4Impact, the market intelligence platform for social innovation, celebrates a milestone with 1,500 technology products and services in their online directory on their 1-year anniversary. This announcement takes place during the 76th UN General...

Fresh City Farms (Fresh City), the award-winning urban farm and omni-channel grocer whose mission is to provide a better life through food, today announced the support of several impact-focused investors. Together with TELUS Pollinator Fund for Good,...

Salesforce , the global leader in CRM, today announced $17.25 million in new grants to support five school districts across the United...

BMO Capital Markets will hold its 17th annual Equity Through Education (ETE) Trading day program on September 22, 2021. Every year BMO donates 100 per cent of one day's institutional equity trading commissions in North America and Europe to charities...

At its recent open house showcasing its uranium and rare earth businesses for local and national dignitaries and industry leaders, Energy Fuels Inc. ("Energy Fuels" or the "Company") announced the establishment of the San Juan County Clean Energy...

This morning, Change.org and New York-based community foundation, North Star Fund, announced more than 35 Black-led organizations across the United States that will receive grant funding from Change.org's $5.5 million Racial Justice Fund. The Fund...

El Salvador is the first country in the world to adopt bitcoin as legal tender. Now Joel Kasr, founder of KaJ Labs and Lithosphere, has pledged to gift 6,000 BTC to El Salvador and nations like Panama that are adopting bitcoin as legal tender. The...

Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc., a nonprofit educational organization honoring the achievements of outstanding individuals and encouraging youth to pursue their dreams through higher education, today announced that 127...