December 2024

After the Fire: Managing Cleanup and Remediation of Transformer, Battery, and Light Ballast Incidents

Industrial fires involving transformers, batteries, and light ballasts pose serious risks, not just during the event but also long after the flames are extinguished. These fires release hazardous substances, damage property, and disrupt operations. While prevention is crucial, it’s equally important to address the often-overlooked challenge of cleanup and remediation following such incidents.

Understanding the Hazards of Transformer, Battery, and Light Ballast Fires 

Fires involving these components can leave behind more than just physical damage:

Bridging Gaps with the Cadence Racial Equity Fund

In a world where economic disparity often correlates along racial lines, the need for racial equity is more pressing than ever. This conversation is not only a social imperative but also a business necessity. At its core, the Racial Equity Fund initiated by Cadence in collaboration with RBC Global Asset Management (RBC GAM) seeks to address these disparities by focusing on systemic change.

Albertsons Companies Foundation Donated Over $500,000 Worth of Volunteer Hours in Million Hour Volunteer Rally

Albertsons Companies expresses profound gratitude to its associates, customers and partners for their dedication to the Nourishing Neighbors Million Hour Volunteer Rally. Through their collective efforts, over $500,000 worth of volunteer hours have been contributed.

Climate Week NYC Brings Key Ideas to Forefront

The month of September is always busy in New York City, with gridlock spreading across Manhattan when the General Assembly of the United Nations brings leaders of close to 200 sovereign entities to UN headquarters for plenary sessions and many side sessions. In addition, since 2009 the international nonprofit Climate Group has organized Climate Week NYC alongside the General Assembly to hold events that drive climate action and speed up progress.

Celebrating International Volunteers Day: Honoring the Impact of Volunteerism and Community Engagement at Jazz Pharmaceuticals

International Volunteers Day is observed globally on December 5th each year. This date offers a chance to acknowledge and celebrate the remarkable achievements of volunteers and to reflect on the impact of volunteerism on society. Read more about Jazz’s community engagement and volunteerism in the latest Corporate Sustainability and Social Impact Report.

Expedia Celebrates Travel Tuesday & Giving Tuesday

In celebration of Travel Tuesday and Giving Tuesday on December 3-- Expedia announced that for every booking made on it's US, CA, and UK sites, a donation of $5 (up to $1M) will be made to the Made to Travel™ Fund, *a donor-advised fund at Percent Impact Foundation. This initiative supports nonprofits that remove barriers to travel, and to date, have awarded over $2.5M in grants.

How Clorox Employees Make a Difference Through Volunteering

To support its culture of giving back to the communities in which is operates, each month Clorox recognizes teammates who volunteer their time to serve their communities with the Helping Hands Award. Clorox’s first Helping Hands Award winner is Dan Kellenberger, vice president and general manager for its CloroxPro business. Here’s what he shared about his experience as a volunteer.

Merck Earns Top Spot on Newsweek’s List of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2025

RAHWAY, N.J., December 5, 2024 /3BL/ - Merck (NYSE: MRK), known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, has ranked No. 1 on Newsweek’s annual list of America’s Most Responsible Companies for the second year in a row.

“We hold ourselves to the highest standards of ethics and integrity,” said Robert M. Davis, chairman and chief executive officer, Merck. “A firm belief in the importance of operating responsibly is at the heart of who we are as a company, and we will continue to demonstrate this core value as we work to deliver on our purpose of saving and improving lives.”

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