Month: January 2024

ST. LOUIS, January 17, 2024 /3BL/ – What’s the power of one unassuming soybean? When it’s sustainably grown by U.S. Soy farmers and adopted by their growing roster of public and private partners, that single bean can simultaneously advance food security, renewable energy and environmental stewardship through an ever-expanding range of products people depend on every day.

On behalf of U.S. soybean farmers, United Soybean Board (USB) today released its 2023 U.S. Soy Sustainability Overview. Titled “Partners for a Better Tomorrow,” the report highlights the partnerships fostered by U.S. Soy to drive innovation both on and off the farm. These advances include efforts to enhance sustainability in production agriculture as well as ongoing development of new soy-based products that provide cleaner alternatives for everything from rubbers and plastics to adhesives and lubricants.

“U.S. Soy farmers are proud of the important and growing role they play in maximizing sustainability not only in farming but throughout industries and around the globe,” said Iowa farmer April Hemmes, who serves as chair of the Demand Action Team at USB. “We work with partners every day to discover new ways to use U.S. Soy to sustainably solve some of society’s biggest challenges. At the same time, these efforts support the U.S. economy by opening important new markets for the soy industry.”

The report highlights the efforts of U.S. soybean farmers and their partners to advance sustainable food production. This starts on the farm, where modern practices and advanced technologies help farmers to conserve land, water, energy and other natural resources.

The U.S. Soy Sustainability Overview also puts a spotlight on the growing range of protein-packed or renewable soy-based products or initiatives – whether that’s through collaboration with 7-Eleven, the American Lung Association, SYNLawn or Goodyear. In addition, it illustrates U.S. Soy-funded research projects supporting development of new applications ranging from mulch to groundwater remediation to cat litter.

To learn more, please visit ussoy.org.

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About U.S. Soy

Representing the positive global human impact of soy grown in the United States, the U.S. Soy brand exists to carry forward soy’s promise to transform global nutrition, provide climate-forward solutions, and support progress for people and their communities. U.S. Soy is powered by the innovation of the

industry; the unsurpassed quality, reliability, and sustainability of the soybeans grown by our farming families who invest through checkoff dollars; and the commitment of the organizations that raise awareness, build demand, develop new markets, and discover new uses for soy and soy products. U.S. Soy envisions a world where soy is a fundamental ingredient in solving the broad challenges of humanity. To learn more about U.S. Soy visit ussoy.org.

Kimberly-Clark Malaysia was recognized by the American Chamber of Commerce in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia at the MY Cares Awards Ceremony for our excellence in corporate social responsibility.

Efforts that were recognized include our progress on sustainable innovation, green manufacturing, care at the workplace and social impact programs such as the Kotex® She Can Project, Huggies® Diaper Bank Pilot and FSC Forest Week.

Congratulations on another win, team!

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On Martin Luther King Jr. Day and every day, we celebrate the power of all we can accomplish when we come together for a common purpose. In recognition of MLK Day, our Chemours Black Employee Network hosted a day of programming and service for our team members to participate in at the Chemours Discovery Hub. The event featured a keynote from Dr. Aaron Bass, CEO of EastSide Charter School – a Chemours ChemFEST program partner – spoken word poetry from local poet Sharon Wilson, remarks from Deborah Reeves of the United Way Delaware, live music from The Smooth Show Band, and volunteer opportunities with the Girl Scouts and other local organizations.

“I enjoyed spending time with so many of my Chemours colleagues as we helped introduce the exciting world of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) to our local Girl Scouts. And I want to thank Dr. Aaron Bass, CEO of EastSide Charter School for his inspiring words as our keynote speaker. We hope days like this will spark a lifelong passion for science and inspire the next generation of STEM leaders. I am grateful to everyone who joined us in honoring Dr. King’s legacy and making a meaningful difference in our community.” – Mark Newman, President & CEO, Chemours

“Today was an awesome celebration of MLK and his decision to serve others. Thank you Dr. Aaron Bass for your inspired words of service. Chemours is proud to partner with you and Eastside Charter School to make a meaningful difference to students and the community.” – Alvenia Scarborough, Chief Brand Officer, Chemours

“It was a pleasure to host the Dr. Martin Luther King Day of Service event and celebration at our Chemours Discovery Hub today. I would like to thank our guest speakers for the great and insightful talks. After the celebration we helped the Girl Scouts earn their Exploration Badge. During this activity they had a great opportunity to interact with our scientists and to build their own lava lamps!” – Tim Hopkins, Chemours Discovery Hub site manager

“Today, at Chemours we celebrated the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King during our MLK Day of Service event and celebration. Thank you so much Dr. Aaron Bass for your insightful keynote and words of inspiration.” – Najwa Corum, Early Career Program Leader, Chemours

“Yesterday, at The Chemours Company, we paid homage to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and celebrated his life and legacy. His unwavering dedication to justice and equality has inspired a movement that has changed the course of history. Let us all take a moment to reflect on his vision of a world where everyone is treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their race, religion, or nationality. I would also like to thank Dr. Aaron Bass for the thought-provoking keynote speech he delivered.” – Qutell Adderley, Research & Development Chemist, Chemours

January 17, 2024 /3BL/ – As the final countdown begins, Environment+Energy Leader urgently reminds companies worldwide that the deadline for submitting their sustainable and energy efficient products or projects to the twelfth annual 2024 E+E Leader Awards program is almost upon us. 

This Friday, January 19, 2024, at precisely 12M EST marks the final moment for submissions. We urge organizations committed to ESG, sustainability, and energy management excellence to take swift action and ensure their innovative projects and products are in the running for this prestigious recognition, with winners to be announced globally on Earth Day.

A Platform for Global Recognition

Winning an E+E Leader Award is a singular opportunity to showcase your company’s commitment to sustainable practices and energy management on an international stage. It’s a significant acknowledgement of your dedication to building a sustainable future.

Categories Tailored for Diverse Innovations

The E+E Leader Awards encompass a variety of categories to acknowledge a wide range of sustainability and environmental/energy management innovations across industries and all types of products and projects. 

Why Participate? 

Engaging in the E+E Leader Awards highlights your organization’s role in driving sustainable change. Winners, to be unveiled on Earth Day and celebrated throughout the entirety of 2024, gain a momentous opportunity to publicize their commitment to environmental stewardship and energy efficiency globally.

Key Dates:

Submission Deadline: Friday, January 19, 2024,11:59pm ESTWinners Notified: March 29, 2024Winners Announced: Earth Day, April 22, 2024Promotional Period: Throughout 2024, including the virtual E+E Leader Solutions Summit on June 4-5, 2024

About Environment+Energy Leader

As a leading voice in sustainability and energy efficiency, Environment+Energy Leader provides essential insights to high-level executives and decision-makers. The platform is a critical resource for those dedicated to enhancing their company’s environmental and energy strategies.

Call to Action

We strongly encourage all visionary companies to participate. For complete details on the submission process, categories, and guidelines, please visit the E+E Leader Awards Program, or if ready to enter, submit now.

For any questions or further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

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