MINNEAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)– #CorporateResponsibility–Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE:DCI), a leading worldwide manufacturer of innovative filtration products and solutions, today published its Fiscal Year 2024 Sustainability Report. The report details progress against the Company’s 2030 Sustainability Ambitions and outlines actions taken to reduce environmental impact, enhance employee safety, and invest in communities—efforts that support long-term business resiliency and customer alignment. “Our sustainability strate
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CECP Reveals Companies With a Defined Purpose Deliver Higher Revenue, Growth, and Returns on Capital
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NEW YORK, April 22, 2025 /3BL/ – Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose® (CECP) today released the 2025 edition of Corporate Purpose: Driving Business Value, finding that companies with a corporate purpose statement had 58% more revenue growth, and 63% higher returns on invested capital (ROIC) in 2023. While purpose-driven companies achieved 12% ROIC growth over the past five years, their counterparts experienced a 28% decline. And three-quarters (76%) of investors expect companies to define their corporate purpose with 93% believing purpose is essential to long-term business strategy and value creation.
Previously, Corporate Purpose: Driving Business Value was called Investing in Society. The renamed report reflects the increased urgency—and opportunity—for companies to quantify the value of their corporate purpose as a core business strategy in an era of rapid economic, cultural, and geopolitical change—including sustainability reporting, artificial intelligence (AI), and responsible resource use. Leveraging CECP’s research and insights from over 200 of the world’s leading companies, the report provides actionable insights, benchmarking data, and case studies for leaders looking to embed purpose into business strategy and unlock sustainable value.
“Companies that lead with purpose aren’t just doing good socially—they’re doing better economically,” said Jenna Moore, Senior Manager of Sustainable Business Insights, CECP. “This report clearly shows that purpose-driven strategies are delivering real business results across revenue, growth, and returns. Purpose is no longer a peripheral initiative or a nice-to-have—it’s a core element of business strategy that drives performance, builds resilience, serves as a North Star, and creates long-term value for stakeholders and society alike.”
Other key findings include:
- Responsible AI Adoption: While 67% of companies incorporated worker voice into AI adoption efforts, only 50 companies in the S&P Global 1200 reported having a formal AI ethics policy in place. Cybersecurity remained a focus, with 95% disclosing security risks and 77% maintaining risk management protocols.
- Evolving Non-Financial Reporting: More than half of Fortune 500 companies have established a Sustainability Controller. Finance teams are increasingly responsible for non-financial reporting, ensuring alignment with investor expectations and regulatory requirements.
- Biodiversity Reporting Slows: While biodiversity-related disclosures rose 10.8 percentage points between 2020 and 2021, growth slowed to 3.7 points between 2022 and 2023. Companiesheadquartered in North America lag global peers.
- Room for Improvement: Disclosure remains limited across key workforce and supply chain metrics. Only 15% of companies reported the percentage of minorities or people with disabilities in the workforce, and just 1% disclosed supplier audits in 2023.
The report summarizes these findings through a proprietary quantitative tool, the CECP Integrated Disclosure Scorecard. The scorecard measures how well companies in the S&P Global 1200 embrace principles of corporate purpose and long-term sustainable value creation. CECP breaks down each Key Performance Indicator and analyzes the four-year (FY 2019-2023), median performance on each metric, which is enhanced by CECP’s thought leadership and a review of sector-wide opinions and research. The study uses a five-year period to account for a pre-COVID-19 baseline.
The 2025 edition of Corporate Purpose: Driving Business Value is available for free on cecp.co. CECP-affiliated companies have access to fast-track consulting and benchmarking with this data. Corporate leaders use benchmarking to monitor their year-over-year performance on key metrics, draw comparisons against competitors, or advocate for budget adjustments.
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More than 200 of the world’s leading companies seek to improve their return on purpose through access to CECP’s solutions in insights and benchmarking. With our companies, we harness the power of purpose for business, stakeholders, and society.
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Owens Corning Publishes 2024 Sustainability Report
TOLEDO, Ohio, April 22, 2025 /3BL/ – Owens Corning (NYSE: OC) today published its 2024 Sustainability Report, Building Better Together, outlining the company’s progress toward its 2030 sustainability goals.
“The theme ‘Building Better Together’ reflects the work of our team in delivering a significant year for Owens Corning in 2024,” said Chair and Chief Executive Officer Brian Chambers. “We successfully executed major strategic initiatives to reshape and focus the company on building products in North America and Europe while driving breakthroughs in performance across several sustainability measures.”
This marks the 19th sustainability report from Owens Corning, which published its first report in 2006.
“2024 will stand as a milestone in our journey toward our 2030 sustainability goals, showcasing our ongoing commitment to progress and innovation,” said David Rabuano, senior vice president and chief sustainability officer.
Notable accomplishments outlined in this year’s report include:
- Employee safety:Driven by the company’s Safer Together operating framework, Owens Corning reported a recordable incident rate of 0.62, which is 78 percent below the industry average, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for 2023 (the most recent data available). In addition, 58 percent of the company’s global sites worked injury-free in 2024.
- Energy-efficient solutions:Across all of its businesses, Owens Corning offers an extensive portfolio of products that meet customer demands by saving energy and lowering emissions. In 2024, 51 percent of the company’s revenue came from this category of products.
- Waste:To achieve a winning cost position and deliver best-in-class execution, the company drove significant productivity gains by reducing waste. In 2024, Owens Corning reduced its total waste generation by 64,676 metric tons compared to 2023. In addition, the company reduced the amount of waste sent to landfills by 11 percent year-over-year and 20 percent compared to a 2018 baseline.
- Reducing greenhouse gas emissions:The company has achieved a 43 percent reduction in Scope 1 and 2 market-based emissions from a 2018 baseline, including an 11 percent reduction in 2024. These results move Owens Corning closer to its goal of a 50 percent reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 market-based GHG emissions by 2030. These efforts help Owens Corning reduce the embodied carbon of the products it produces, a key factor in staying ahead of building regulations and maintaining its competitiveness in the market.
The report was prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards. In addition, the report addresses disclosures and material issues related to CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project), the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) and Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), UN Global Compact Communication on Progress, and other stakeholders’ requests, including the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) and the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD).
Detailed information about the company’s sustainability strategy, goals, and progress are available at owenscorning.com/sustainability.
About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.
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dōTERRA Unveils 2024 Impact Report in Honor of Earth Day, Showcasing Global Sustainability and Community Empowerment Initiatives
PLEASANT GROVE, Utah, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In celebration of Earth Day, dōTERRA, the world leader in essential oils and natural wellness products, proudly announces the release of its 2024 Impact Report. The report outlines a year of transformative action, underscoring dōTERRA’s deep commitment to environmental stewardship, sustainable sourcing, and global humanitarian efforts.
“Earth Day is a moment to reflect on our shared responsibility to people and planet,” said Kirk Jowers, CEO of dōTERRA. “Our 2024 Impact Report is a testament to the power of ethical partnerships, purpose-driven giving, and community collaboration in creating lasting change.”
Last year, dōTERRA planted over 179,000 native trees in Hawai’i’s Kealakekua Mountain Reserve, bringing the total to 611,019 trees since the project began, reinvigorating ecosystems and preserving cultural heritage. Through circular economy efforts in Pennsylvania, the company repurposed more than 1 million pounds of birch material into essential oils and mulch, achieving near-zero waste production.
In Kenya, dōTERRA co-funded a climate adaptation program supporting over 1,000 smallholder farmers with sustainable irrigation systems, reducing their vulnerability to climate-related challenges while improving productivity and water efficiency.
Through its Cō-Impact Sourcing® model, dōTERRA continues to uplift communities across 45 sourcing countries. In 2024, the dōTERRA Healing Hands Foundation® donated more than $3 million, supporting initiatives in 14 countries that delivered clean water in Nepal, education in Ghana, and medical support in Eswatini.
Emergency relief was a key priority, with over 97,000 hygiene kits distributed across 8 countries and 28 U.S. states in response to natural disasters and crises.
To read the full impact report, please visit https://impact.doterra.com/report.
About dōTERRA
dōTERRA International is an integrative health and wellness company and the world leader in the global aromatherapy and essential oils market. dōTERRA sources, tests, manufactures, and distributes CPTG Certified Pure Tested Grade® essential oils and essential oil products to over 10 million Wellness Advocates and customers. dōTERRA is committed to maintaining high levels of quality, purity, and sustainability, partnering with local growers around the world through its industry-leading Cō-Impact Sourcing® model. Like and follow dōTERRA on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more at www.dōTERRA.com.
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Elanco’s Breakthrough Treatment for Deadly Canine Parvovirus Has Saved Thousands of Puppies, Reaffirms Commitment to Increasing the Availability of Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody for Second Annual National Parvo Awareness Day
- National Parvo Awareness Day raises awareness of canine parvovirus (parvo), the often-fatal puppy disease.
- Elanco’s Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody (CPMA) is the first-and-only USDA conditionally approved treatment for parvo.
- Puppies treated with CPMA had a 93% survival rate and returned home an average of 1.87 days sooner.[1],[2]
- Elanco’s ParvoTrack, the first-ever national online parvo tracking tool, allows pet owners and veterinarians to self-report outbreaks in real time, further highlighting the need for CPMA across the country and reinforcing Elanco’s commitment to increasing the availability of CPMA.
- Texas, Arizona, Georgia, Florida, Illinois, Indiana and New York have some of the highest reported cases of canine parvovirus outbreaks according to ParvoTrack.
GREENFIELD, Ind., April 22, 2025 /3BL/ – Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) today recognizes the second annual National Parvo Awareness Day, aimed at increasing awareness of canine parvovirus, a highly contagious and often-fatal puppy disease. Since receiving conditional approval from the USDA, Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody (CPMA) has helped save thousands of puppies.[3] Although parvovirus can strike anytime, late spring and summer months are the most common for outbreaks nationwide.
“Parvo is a devastating disease that not only impacts our pets, but takes an emotional toll on pet owners, veterinarians and animal health experts,” said Dr. Chris George, veterinarian and infectious disease expert at Elanco Animal Health. “Without supportive care, parvo has a 91% mortality rate.[4] However, there’s a treatment beyond just supportive care – Elanco’s CPMA which can help defend puppies and defeat parvo. In real-world usage, 93% of parvo-infected puppies treated with CPMA survived.[1] Additionally, parvo patients treated with CPMA spend an average of 1.87 less days in the hospital, helping to relieve the emotional toll on treating veterinary staff and getting pets back with their families. CPMA is changing the way we treat parvo and is helping save puppies across the country.”[2]
Elanco’s mission to save 1 million puppies from parvovirus by 2030
“Making CPMA widely available is crucial in our fight against this devastating virus, including in shelter environments where resources are often strained,” said Bobby Modi, Executive Vice President, U.S. Pet Health. “Elanco is focused on increasing access to this life-saving treatment, and we’ve saved thousands of puppies in the first year[3] – but we need help from every clinic around the country to reach our mission of saving 1 million puppies from parvovirus by 2030. We believe every clinic and shelter should experience the power of CPMA firsthand, so we encourage clinics who haven’t tried it to learn more about how they can save their first parvo puppy using CPMA.”
Last year, Elanco launched ParvoTrack as the first-ever real-time online parvo tracking tool, empowering pet owners and the veterinary community with innovative intelligence to help notify them of parvo outbreaks in their communities. Visitors to the site can self-report and identify parvo outbreak areas, with a few simple steps, as well as sign up for parvo outbreak alerts in their area. Since launching ParvoTrack last year, thousands of parvo cases have been reported nationwide, with over 7,000 pet owners and veterinarians signing up to receive alerts with outbreaks in their area. ParvoTrack updates in real time and displays data from the past 12 months. Parvo outbreaks have occurred in every state with Texas, Arizona, Georgia, Florida, Illinois, Indiana and New York having some of the highest reported cases of canine parvovirus outbreaks.
“Every clinic and every shelter should have CPMA readily available.”
“We’ve been treating parvo since early 2020 and it can be an absolutely devasting disease that weighs heavily on the staff,” said Dr. Meghan Herron, Senior Director of Behavior, Research, and Education at Gigi’s, an Ohio-based organization dedicated to improving the lives of shelter dogs. “Now that we have CPMA on board, everyone’s attitudes have changed. We no longer must fear a parvo outbreak because we have a treatment on hand that reduces hospitalization time and has a 93% survival rate. Every clinic and every shelter should have CPMA readily available.”
Survivor Stories
Here are just a few of the faces that fully recovered from parvovirus after receiving lifesaving CPMA treatment.
Cookie, an 8-week-old pitbull mix puppy from California, was the first puppy to be treated with CPMA.
Dolly, an 8-week-old mixed breed puppy from Sugar Land, Texas received CPMA at the First Colony Veterinary Clinic.
Patrick, a 10-week-old terrier mix from Valley Stream, New York spent two days at BARRK Animal Rescue after being treated with CPMA.
Beatrix, a 3-month-old dalmatian from Glendale, Arizona .
Buster, a 12-week-old mixed breed from Waynesboro, Georgia spent four days in the Burke County Animal Hospital.
Luna, a 10-week-old rat terrier from St. Petersburg, Florida was given CPMA and after receiving the treatment, was eating, gaining weight and steadily improving. Two days later, she made a full recovery.
Similarly, Mono, a 2-month-old mixed breed who arrived at Paws Chicago after staff was told he required immediate help or face euthanasia; Mono tested positive for parvo and immediately received CPMA. Three days post-treatment, he was up running around.
To learn more about CPMA and report a parvo outbreak or learn which clinics near you carry CPMA, visit ParvoTrack.com.
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Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders and society as a whole. With 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to breaking boundaries and going beyond to help our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose™ sustainability pillars – all to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise. Learn more at www.elanco.com.
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[4] Sykes, JE. Canine Parvovirus Infections and Other Viral Enteritides. Canine and Feline Infectious Diseases. 2014:141-151
Albertsons Companies’ Mid-Atlantic Division Hosts Mind, Body, Planet Celebration
Albertsons Companies’ Mid-Atlantic division celebrated Earth Month by hosting a Mind, Body, Planet event at their ACME store in Media, Pennsylvania store. Better-for-you products from brands like Micheles Granola, Primal Kitchen Foods, Clearly Canadian and Lundberg Farms were showcased. Kids were able to get their faces painted and made their own paper flowers crafted out of plantable paper.
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SCS Global Services Names Nathan Smith To Lead SCS Consulting Services
EMERYVILLE, Calif., April 22, 2025 /3BL/ – SCS Global Services (SCS), a 40-year pioneer and world leader in the field of third-party certification, auditing, and standards development, and SCS Consulting Services, the independent consulting group of SCS, jointly announce today the appointment of Nathan Smith to the position of Senior Vice President of SCS Consulting Services. Nathan will oversee SCS Consulting’s global teams based in Europe and North America.
Nathan brings over 20 years of experience directing dynamic multi-disciplinary teams to develop and commercialize numerous industry-leading sustainability and stewardship initiatives. Working at the intersection of sustainable value chains, regulatory compliance, and technology, Nathan was most recently the Senior Vice President at SureHarvest, a subsidiary of Where Food Comes From, and also served as the Vice President of Sustainability at Arable where he led development of an innovative water stewardship project model. Prior to these positions, Nathan served as the Managing Director of SCS Global Services Food and Agriculture Division for nine years.
“My excitement and optimism about the opportunity for SCS Consulting Services to generate new business value for companies across the industries we serve has never been greater,” shared Nathan. “It is an honor to join the SCS Consulting Services team to continue to drive these outcomes and grow awareness of our industry-leading expertise and solutions.”
In this new role, Nathan will collaboratively engage the team to realize the full potential of the business unit, while supporting its growth and development. Expanding strategic partnerships with industry groups and companies at the leading edge of sustainable business will be a key focus. Part of his vision for the unique value propositions SCS offers its clients and partners include capabilities to create end-to-end supply chain visibility to identify both risks and opportunities, along with software-enabled solutions differentiation.
“We are thrilled to appoint Nathan Smith as the new leader of our Consulting Services company,” said Matt Rudolf, CEO of SCS Global Services. “It is exciting to welcome Nathan back to SCS to leverage the knowledge gained over the past nine years he’s spent developing sustainability solutions in the food and agriculture sector.”
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SCS Global Services is a global leader in third-party environmental and sustainability verification, certification, auditing, testing, and standards development. Its programs span a cross-section of industries, recognizing achievements in climate mitigation, green building, product manufacturing, food and agriculture, forestry, consumer products, and more. Headquartered in Emeryville, California and celebrating 40 years in business, SCS has representatives and affiliate offices throughout the Americas, Asia/Pacific, Europe, and Africa. Its broad network of auditors are experts in their fields, and the company is a trusted partner to companies, agencies, and advocacy organizations due to its dedication to quality and professionalism. SCS is a chartered Benefit Corporation, reflecting its commitment to socially and environmentally responsible business practices. SCS is also a Participant of the United Nations Global Compact and adheres to its principles-based approach to responsible business.
About SCS Consulting Services
SCS Consulting Services helps companies implement transformative sustainability solutions that drive meaningful change. SCS Consulting Services is the independent sustainability consulting arm of the Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) organization. Our experts leverage four decades of deep experience in sustainability and an unwavering commitment to scientific rigor, credibility, and transparency. We specialize in working closely with clients to build and execute a sustainability strategy that both drives positive impacts and builds business resiliency in the face of a rapidly changing climate and business environment. Services include climate strategy, accounting and reporting, sustainability reporting, supply chain solutions, ESG management, due diligence and regulatory compliance services. SCS is a Participant of the United Nations Global Compact and adheres to its principles-based approach to responsible business.
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Local Agencies Condemn IEUA’s Rushed Rate Hike Vote, Cite Lack of Transparency and Accountability
ONTARIO, Calif., April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a stunning disregard for public opposition and local economic realities, the Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA) voted unanimously last Wednesday to approve an 18% rate hike, spread over two years, despite clear opposition from multiple member agencies, concerns from the public, calls for more transparency, and requests for more time to study the matter.
In a joint statement, local agency leaders for Chino, Montclair, Monte Vista Water District, and Ontario called IEUA’s vote “deeply disappointing and procedurally flawed,” pointing to the agency’s refusal to grant additional time for review, or to meaningfully collaborate with the cities and agencies most impacted.
“This wasn’t collaboration—it was a box-checking exercise,” said Chino Mayor Eunice Ulloa. “IEUA mischaracterized the process as thorough, while withholding key documents and dismissing any agency or person who raised concerns. Even the rate study that underpins this decision was withheld until the legal deadline, leaving no time for cities or residents to evaluate its assumptions or implications. Public governance requires more than legal compliance—it demands transparency, accountability, and respect.”
Despite multiple comment letters in opposition to the rate hike, and a clear absence of support from IEUA’s own Policy Committee and Technical Advisory Committee, the IEUA Board voted unanimously to adopt the increase. Member agencies had requested additional time to review the proposed rates, but IEUA justified the denial by citing the internal timelines of one or two agencies—despite having approved past rate increases as late as July.
At the center of the controversy is IEUA’s Chino Basin Program (CBP), a massive recycled water treatment project that promises to transfer up to 100% of its yield to the State of California while local communities like Chino, Montclair, and Ontario continue to struggle with water reliability and affordability.
“IEUA has chosen to ignore the voices of the very people it was created to serve,” said Ontario City Councilmember Debra Porada. “This rate hike is not about local water reliability; it is about funding a billion-dollar project that sends our water to the State while our communities get stuck with the bill.“
IEUA Board members also made several disparaging public comments during the meeting, with one member saying, “It’s not a whole heck of a lot of money, and people are going to be able to eat.” The Board member went on to disdain those without technical backgrounds as unqualified to question the agency’s decisions.
“This kind of dismissive attitude toward public input is unacceptable,” said Monte Vista Water District Board President Sandra S. Rose. “These decisions affect real families, and agencies should be equal partners in regional infrastructure planning.”
Adding to concerns is IEUA’s shifting rationale for how it is using public funds—particularly property taxes. Historically, IEUA has dedicated a portion of property tax revenues to specific purposes, like wastewater treatment. Now, without notice or clarity, those funds are being reframed as general reserves available for any use, effectively bypassing cost-of-service nexus requirements that protect ratepayers from unjustified charges.
“This behavior is exactly why IEUA is facing growing legal scrutiny,” said Montclair Mayor Javier “John” Dutrey. “You cannot run a public agency this way—with closed-door decisions, misleading public statements, and a blatant disregard for accountability.”
The four agencies continue to advocate for investments in local recycled water infrastructure that would deliver drought-resilient, cost-effective water for the communities they serve. To date, IEUA has not released sufficient information on the future capital investments, debt obligations, or rate impacts associated with the CBP.
A joint letter from these cities was submitted on March 28 requesting clarity on how ratepayer and taxpayer dollars would be used. IEUA has not responded.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed, speak up, and continue to hold regional agencies accountable. For more information, visit: www.ontarioca.gov/government/municipal-utilities-company
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Samenvatting: PUMA bereikt haar doel om 9 op 10 producten op basis van gerecyclede of gecertificeerde materialen te vervaardigen
HERZOGENAURACH, Duitsland–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In 2024 heeft sportbedrijf PUMA haar doel bereikt om 9 op 10 producten op basis van gerecyclede of gecertificeerde materialen te vervaardigen en boekte verder vooruitgang in haar aandachtsgebieden circulariteit, klimaat en mensenrechten, zo blijkt uit het duurzaamheidsrapport van het bedrijf dat dinsdag werd gepubliceerd. Sinds de initiële doelstelling van 2021 om 9 op 10 producten op deze manier te vervaardigen, heeft PUMA het gebruik van gerecyclede
Birmingham Zoo Receives Four Furry Deliveries With Help From FedEx
The Birmingham Zoo welcomed a new resident to its freshly completed Wojciechowski Cougar Crossing habitat. A female orphaned cougar cub from Montana arrived safely at the zoo on Tuesday, February 11, marking a significant milestone ahead of the habitat’s mid-March opening.
The transport of the cub was a collaborative effort involving the Birmingham Zoo, FedEx, and Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks. The young cougar, named Juniper, estimated to be four to five months old and weighing between 30 and 40 pounds, traveled by plane from Great Falls, Montana, to Memphis, Tennessee. From there, she was transported by the Birmingham Zoo to her new home.
Chris Pfefferkorn, President and CEO of the Birmingham Zoo, expressed his excitement about the new addition, stating, “The arrival of this first cub is a major step towards us opening the Wojciechowski Cougar Crossing in mid-March. This project has been years in the making, and it’s truly heartwarming to see the community come together to make it a reality.”
Heather Harshbarger, communications advisor for FedEx Cares, highlighted the company’s commitment to animal welfare, stating, “FedEx has a long history of working closely with zoos and aquariums to provide safe travel for animals using our extensive global transportation network and logistical expertise. We are proud to donate the cost of this mountain lion cub delivery.”
The Birmingham Zoo staff worked diligently to help Juniper acclimate to her new surroundings and plans were underway to find another orphaned cub around her age to join her in the Wojciechowski Cougar Crossing habitat. This effort aimed to provide companionship and enrichment for the young cougar.
Shortly after Juniper’s arrival, the zoo also welcomed two new bobcats, Baxter and Boomer, transported by FedEx from the San Diego Humane Society. These seven-year-old bobcats arrived on March 7 and quickly adjusted to their new home. Baxter and Boomer’s arrival further enriched the Wojciechowski Cougar Crossing habitat, showcasing the zoo’s commitment to providing a safe and enriching environment for all its animals.
The last of the four residents, Spruce, another orphaned cougar cub, was one of three siblings rescued by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and cared for at the Oakland Zoo. After their mother was killed by a car, the cubs were found in Portola Valley. Spruce, also transported by FedEx, was chosen to join Juniper at the Birmingham Zoo. The hope is for them to become best friends like Baxter and Boomer.
As the Birmingham Zoo celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2025, the opening of the Wojciechowski Cougar Crossing on March 19 marked a significant milestone in its history. The new habitat stands as a symbol of hope, community effort, and the zoo’s dedication to animal care and conservation. Zoo visitors will learn about the important conservation efforts behind these beautiful animals.
FedEx donated the transportation costs for the cougar cubs and bobcats as part of the company’s FedEx Cares “Delivering for Good” initiative, in which FedEx lends its global network and unparalleled logistics expertise to organizations with precious cargo requests and helps communities before, during, and after crises.
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***Photos courtesy of Oakland Zoo and Birmingham Zoo
