March 2024

SCS Standards Announces Release of SCS-007-1 Certification Standard for Sustainability Rated Diamonds

EMERYVILLE, Calif., March 7, 2024 /3BL/ - SCS Standards, a non-profit standard setting body is pleased to announce the publication of the final version 1-0 of the SCS-007-1 Certification Standard for Sustainability Rated Diamonds. SCS-007-1 is the first comprehensive, multi-stakeholder sustainability standard developed for the gemstone-quality diamonds, both natural and laboratory-grown. The standard was first introduced in 2020 under “trial use” status. It has been used in the marketplace by dozens of industry stakeholders since, resulting in this final version.

Whirlpool Corporation Releases 2023 Sustainability Report

The report highlights company progress against emissions reductions goals, sustainable innovation and investment in people and communities

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) released its 2023 Sustainability Report today, reinforcing the company’s commitment to improving life at home through strengthening the sustainability of products and operations; supporting employees, communities and consumers; and continuing accountability.

Mastering Policy and Advocacy Communications With Authenticity

March 6, 2024 /3BL/ - Get ready to redefine your policy communication approach and build powerful, result-oriented advocacy communication campaigns.

Register now and be sure you don’t miss our next Impact Council on Thurs, Mar 14, at 12pm ET / 9am PT! We’ll be joined by an expert in crafting public affairs and media relations outreach strategies for governmental and non-profit programs: Carmen Boon, VP of Public Affairs at Food Bank For NYC.

Ceres Welcomes Landmark SEC Rule on Corporate Climate Disclosure

March 6, 2024 /3BL/ - Ceres welcomes the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) adoption of the first-ever federal rule mandating the disclosure of climate-related risks from all U.S. public companies. In a 3-2 vote, the Commissioners adopted the Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors, which will require climate disclosures in companies’ registration statements and annual reports.

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