Disasters and emergencies, whether natural or man-made, typically have far-reaching impacts that transcend borders. Consider the recent Maui fires or flooding in Libya which have impacted so many people and businesses. EHS leaders who take a global approach to disaster preparedness will have the resources and expertise in place to meet emergencies with an effective response.
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MAC Cosmetics Launches “Equal Futures” Makeup Artistry Program for LGBTQIA+ Youth
M·A·C Cosmetics concluded its first-ever Equal Futures Makeup Artistry Program this October in partnership with long-time VIVA GLAM grantee, The Hetrick-Martin Institute (HMI). HMI is devoted to serving the needs of LGBTQIA+ youth in New York City, and their families, and has partnered with M·A·C for over 15 years.
Held at the M·A·C Cosmetics Corporate Headquarters, the program was a 6-week makeup training course – and an official paid internship – for HMI’s LGBTQIA+ young people who are interested in pursuing a career in makeup artistry.
Antea Group Announces New United Kingdom-Based Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability Consulting Business
HEERENVEEN, Netherlands, October 19, 2023 /3BL/ - Antea Group, an international engineering and consulting firm, announced today that it will establish an environment, health, safety, and sustainability consulting business in the United Kingdom to better meet the needs of multinational organizations operating there.
Cummins Expands Program Addressing Global Water Crisis in U.S. and Nigeria
Cummins Inc.’s global strategic program to address water security has announced two new grants with The Nature Conservancy and WaterAid to improve water quality in the Mississippi River Basin and implement water, sanitation and hygiene improvements in Nigeria.
NALCAB Awarded $1M From Wells Fargo To Support Financial Wellness and Asset Building in Latino and Immigrant Communities
SAN ANTONIO, October 19, 2023 /3BL/ - The National Association for Latino Community Asset Builders (NALCAB) has been awarded $1 million in grant funding from the Wells Fargo Foundation that will go towards advancing the financial well-being and security of Latino and immigrant communities across the country.
RMI and the Copper Mark Publish Criteria for Responsible Minerals and Metals
ALEXANDRIA and CHELTENHAM, October 19, 2023 /3BL/ - The Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) and The Copper Mark today announced the launch of the RMI’s Risk Readiness Assessment (RRA) and the RMI’s and Copper Mark’s joint Criteria Guide, version 3.0. The RRA Criteria and Criteria Guide are publicly available to all interested stakeholders.
Covia and IslaUrbana Partner To Provide Access to Clean Water for Students in Mexico
In partnership with IslaUrbana and local communities in Zacatlan and Ahuazotepec, Mexico, Covia's Mexico operations launched a new initiative called Schools of Rain (Escuelas de Lluvia). The primary goal of this comprehensive project was to provide access to clean water for students in elementary and middle schools. This was achieved by implementing rainwater harvesting at four schools (three in Zacatlán and one in Ahuazotepec). The new system will collect more than 800,000 liters of water per year, positively impacting more than 600 students.
Join Us for Responsible Business USA 2024: Unite Business and Cultivate Change
October 19, 2023 /3BL/ - Get ready for the most anticipated sustainability event of the year! After the resounding success of last year, Reuters Events: Responsible Business USA, is back in 2024, and it's going to be bigger, better, and more groundbreaking than ever before.
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