Originally published on GoDaddy Resource Library

Tell us a little bit about yourself.

Hi everyone! I am Rahul, a Software Development Engineer, currently working with the Business Metrics Platform Team (FORGE Engineering) at GoDaddy. I am based in Delhi, India, and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. I began my journey with GoDaddy as an intern, where I got the chance to work on diverse tasks across different technologies, which helped me learn a lot and gain hands-on experience. After the internship, I transitioned into a full-time SDE role. I truly feel grateful to work with such an amazing team, and being passionate about technology, I look forward to contributing meaningfully and making a positive impact for GoDaddy through the work we do.

How did your internship experience at GoDaddy prepare you for full-time role?

The best part about my internship at GoDaddy was that I never once felt like “just an intern.” From day one, we were encouraged to learn by doing. I still remember my very first meeting with my manager, after introductions, the senior director of our Engineering team told her: “He should be in a position to push production-level code within two weeks.” That moment stuck with me.

What truly amazed me was the passion everyone had for their work and the impact they were creating. As interns, our ideas and opinions were valued just as much as anyone else’s. This kind of culture motivated me to go above and beyond, to push myself harder, and to contribute meaningfully. Along the way, I learned immensely, and that experience shaped me into a more confident and capable professional, well prepared to take on the challenges and responsibilities of a full-time role.

Are there any habits you developed as an intern that still help you today?

From a developer’s perspective, I became much more conscious about writing clean, maintainable code and raising pull requests with clear, meaningful commit messages. I also made it a point to keep our Jira board updated with comments, screenshots, and progress details. This simple habit helped improve team visibility, reduce follow-ups, and keep everyone aligned on progress.

Beyond the technical side, I developed habits like documenting my work thoroughly, breaking down larger tasks into smaller, manageable ones, and most importantly: asking questions. I learned that being curious and seeking clarity early not only prevents rework but also deepens understanding and sparks better ideas. I also made it a point to proactively share knowledge, whether it is a quick Slack tip or something new and interesting I had just learned which builds trust and boosts overall team productivity. These habits, picked up during my internship, have stayed with me and continue to make me a more effective and collaborative teammate today.

If you could go back to your first day as an intern, what would you tell yourself?

Honestly, I would not want to change a thing about my internship journey. Every single day brought something new to learn, and even my mistakes turned into some of my most valuable lessons. If I could go back, I would simply tell myself, “You are about to have an amazing time…soak it all in, learn fearlessly, and enjoy every moment.”

What advice do you have for interns hoping to build strong professional relationships during their internship?

Be enthusiastic, proactive, and never shy away from asking questions. Curiosity is your best tool, learn not just about your own work, but also what different teams are doing.

Here at GoDaddy, no one disregards a question; in fact, everyone is equally enthusiastic about sharing knowledge and exchanging ideas.

So, reach out to people, start conversations, and seek clarity when you have doubts. You will not only gain knowledge, but also build connections that inspire you to think bigger, contribute meaningfully, and create a lasting impact.

Are there any personal or professional goals you’re excited to pursue as a Software Development Engineer?

As a Software Development Engineer, my goal is to grow every day while making a meaningful and lasting impact for GoDaddy. I want to become the kind of developer that teams look up to and genuinely enjoy working with, someone who not only delivers results but also inspires collaboration. I aim to design and implement software solutions that are both interesting and impactful, driving the company towards innovation.

Since I am working on a project that extensively uses AWS cloud services, I am excited to deepen my expertise in that space, building solutions that are scalable and long-lasting. I am also equally fascinated by Agentic AI workflows and look forward to exploring how they can be applied to create smarter, more autonomous systems. For me, it is about continuously learning, contributing meaningfully, and leaving a positive mark on the work we do together.

What do you enjoy doing outside of work?

Outside of work, I am a big cricket enthusiast and an unapologetic Virat Kohli and RCB fan! When they won the IPL title this year for the first time in 18 years, I was absolutely thrilled! (Fun fact: I even wore my RCB jersey to the office the very next day). I also enjoy binge-watching web series on Netflix, with sci-fi being my favorite genre. Black Mirror and Dark are my favourite shows. I make it a point to stay active, so I regularly hit the gym or find time to exercise. And of course, nothing beats spending quality time with family and friends.

Are you enjoying this series and want to know more about life at GoDaddy? Check out our GoDaddy Life social pages! Follow us to meet our team, learn more about our culture (Teams, ERGs, Locations), careers, and so much more. You’re more than just your day job, so come propel your career with us.

At AMD, we believe in fostering responsible practices in our supply chain, ensuring that together we advance not only in technology but also in ethical business conduct. One way we achieve this is through the AMD Supplier Code of Conduct, which mandates that suppliers establish and enforce policies and practices to communicate and monitor adherence to the Code. To assist our Manufacturing Suppliers in this endeavor, AMD sponsored a supply chain due diligence training session in 2024 facilitated by Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) Advisory Services.

To broaden our reach, AMD collaborated with Marvell, Micron and Qualcomm to design and promote the training session. Our goal was to enhance the semiconductor supply chain’s ability to identify and manage risk throughout the industry. The training covered a variety of topics including anticipated requirements under upcoming global legislation, leveraging RBA tools to facilitate compliance and satisfying RBA and customer expectations regarding worker and environmental protection.

AMD off­ered the virtual training to our Manufacturing Suppliers in the locations of Malaysia and Taiwan. Of those invited, 94% attended. Since completing the training, participants have taken action by engaging their suppliers (AMD sub-tier suppliers), including by:

  • Implementing a policy to train new suppliers on responsible recruitment and conducting individual training sessions;
  • Providing a refresh training on the RBA Code of Conduct to existing suppliers;
  • Initiating a supplier forum to train suppliers on the RBA Code of Conduct;
  • Conducting on-site interviews with contract workers and dormitory audits to check compliance with the RBA Code of Conduct; and
  • Training internal staff­ on social requirements.

We continue to engage with our suppliers to understand and assess the actions they have taken since the training.

Originally published in AMD 2024-25 Corporate Responsibility Report

Rockwell Automation is proud to officially sponsor Climate Week NYC 2025, the largest annual climate event of its kind, taking place September 21-28. As a global leader in sustainable industrial innovation, Rockwell will highlight how its technologies and partnerships are helping industries accelerate their journey toward net-zero emissions and climate resilience.

The world is changing—and so is the way we talk about the actions we need to take and the investments required to be more sustainable. Climate Week NYC 2025 will be a platform where some of the biggest challenges of our time are being addressed: how to stay competitive in a changing world, how to reduce costs and swiftly unlock barriers, where to spot opportunities, and how investments in clean tech are powering transformative shifts.

With change at the forefront, the theme for Climate Week NYC this year is “Power On.” In essence, Climate Week NYC is powering on to serve as a critical platform for driving climate ambition, fostering collaboration, and showcasing solutions to accelerate the global transition to a low-carbon economy.

“Every solution at Rockwell Automation drives sustainability forward,” said Emmanuel Guilhamon, vice president, sustainability, Rockwell Automation. “Climate Week NYC is a powerful platform to demonstrate how our Connected Enterprise® and advanced digital solutions are enabling manufacturers to reduce energy consumption, minimize waste, and build more resilient operations.”

Rockwell Automation’s sustainability efforts will be of focus, as attendees learn from roundtables with company leadership about how Rockwell’s Connected Enterprise® integrates data across operations to drive measurable sustainability outcomes—from energy optimization to carbon tracking.

Attention will also be on industrial artificial intelligence (AI) for long-term climate action, showcasing AI-powered solutions like FactoryTalk® Analytics™ LogixAI® and FactoryTalk® Design Studio™ Copilot, which help companies improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact through smarter automation.

By focusing on safer, more efficient, and lower-emission operations decarbonizing industrial supply chains, leveraging digital twins for climate modeling, and the role of automation in circular economy strategies, Rockwell Automation is pleased to be a purveyor in sustainability efforts to make larger, lasting impacts.

Join Rockwell Automation at Climate Week NYC 2025 to discover how industrial innovation is driving real progress toward a more sustainable future. For more information, visit www.rockwellautomation.com/en-us/sustainability.

PORTLAND, Ore., September 9, 2025 /3BL/ – The Circular Electronics Partnership (CEP) and the Global Electronics Council® (GEC) today announced a new arrangement, effective immediately, where GEC will officially serve as the host organization for CEP, providing strategic guidance and operational support while preserving CEP’s independent, multi-stakeholder governance structure and global mission. This development reflects the two organizations’ strong alignment on sustainable electronics and a shared commitment to scaling actionable, impactful solutions across the global value chain.

CEP, the world’s foremost platform dedicated to advancing circularity in the electronics sector, brings together stakeholders and industry leaders from every part of the community: design, manufacturing, procurement, collection, recycling, and policy, to ensure that electronics maximize their environmental, economic, and social value. This global organization coordinates innovation from across this network of practitioners in order to accelerate the transition of the industry to a circular value chain, maximizing the use of products, minimizing environmental impacts of material sourcing and manufacturing, and reducing the amount of e-waste. Hosted by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) since its founding in 2020, CEP is now taking the next step in its evolution.

“We are honored to welcome the Circular Electronics Partnership to the GEC portfolio as an independent initiative with tremendous history and potential.” said Bob Mitchell, CEO of GEC. “Building on the stewardship WBCSD and CEP Partners, this collaboration strengthens our shared vision for a more responsible and circular electronics industry. Together with CEP’s global network, we’ll work to accelerate practical, scalable solutions for the sector.”

Daniel Reid, Head of Secretariat for CEP, emphasized the opportunity this hosting arrangement represents for the global community driving circular electronics innovation.

“GEC’s respected leadership in sustainable technology makes them an ideal host for CEP. This new chapter positions us to build on our momentum and expand opportunities for partnership as we work to make circular electronics the global practice.”

In the months ahead, CEP will announce new initiatives and engagement opportunities for stakeholders across the electronics ecosystem, continuing its mission to catalyze progress toward a circular future.

To learn more about the Circular Electronics Partnership and its work, visit cep2030.org.

 

About the Global Electronics Council

The Global Electronics Council (GEC) envisions a world with only sustainable electronic technology that enhances the well-being of people and the planet. Our mission is to accelerate the transformation of markets toward prioritizing the most sustainable electronic products and services.

As stewards of the EPEAT® ecolabel, we set global standards for electronics that empower brands, their value chains and their buyers to achieve ambitious sustainability goals. Through our thought leadership, advocacy, and EPEAT ecolabel, GEC is helping to reshape the electronics industry into a driving force for environmental preservation and global well-being.

 

About the Circular Electronics Partnership

The Circular Electronics Partnership (CEP) is a global community leading the transition to a circular economy in the electronics industry. Since its inception in 2021, CEP has brought together six founding partners and over 35 leading tech companies, all working together to transform the sector.

CEP fosters cohesion and drives collective action for greater impact. Serving as a coordination platform, CEP facilitates effective collaboration across the entire electronics value chain. It leverages the strengths of each founding partner, connects existing initiatives, and aligns the sector around a shared vision and roadmap to overcome the barriers to a circular electronics industry by 2030.

 

Erik Fessler 

Senior Manager, Global Communications 
Global Electronics Council
+1 971-380-4088 
mailto:efessler@gec.org

Daniel Reid 

Head of Secretariat
Circular Electronics Partnership
dreid@gec.org

NEW YORK, September 9, 2025 /3BL/ – As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) grows and continues to reshape the workplace, companies are expressing optimism about building inclusive, AI-ready workforces. However, despite $30–40 billion in enterprise investment, a recent MIT study found 95% of corporate AI pilots deliver zero measurable business impact, meaning no discernible financial savings or uplift in profits. This is because the people who use the AI tools—the employees—are often not brought in during the development and implementation.

Which is why Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP), Provoc, and Partnership on AI (PAI), with support from the Ford Foundation, launched a two-year initiative to integrate employee voices when designing and developing large language models to ensure efficiency, productivity, and growth. During the first year, senior corporate responsibility and sustainability leaders who were part of the Responsible AI Community of Practice participated in learning sessions, provided feedback, and integrated changes to their companies. For example, a major tech firm turned the listening sessions into five new employee training programs, and a manufacturing leader created a company-wide AI baseline assessment.

“The value of this Responsible AI Community of Practice was the ability to speak with and learn from our peers and their experiences,” said Ciara McMenamin, Assistant General Counsel, EXL. “Working with CECP, Provoc, and Partnership on AI ensured that we had an external sounding board and, in many instances, validation for the work we have done around our AI Governance framework. The one surprising output for us was that this was more than a learning opportunity, it was an additional change management tool to leverage in how we engage our employees on Responsible AI development.”

Listening to employee concerns is not just a moral imperative—it’s a strategic one. Employees know where the inefficiencies lie and where infusing AI will have the most significant impact in their outputs and the company’s productivity. And recent data underscores this urgency. A Workday study found that two out of three employees feel unheard at work. These findings highlight the critical need for corporate leaders to demonstrate authenticity and transparency in their efforts to create best-in-class workplaces, or further risk disengagement and increased attrition, at great cost to the company.

Based on the Listen, Act, Be Accountable framework developed by Provoc and the Guidelines for AI and Shared Prosperity developed by PAI, CECP is releasing a new diagnostic tool that will enable organizations to assess how they are incorporating employee voice while adopting AI and digital innovations. This tool will help companies take point-in-time snapshots of listening performance and track progress year-over-year and improve their bottom line. 

“Innovation should be an antidote for inequality, not an accelerant. We believe all workers should have a say in the technologies, policies and economic systems that impact their lives. This work cannot be done by one organization or company. We need collective action, evidence-based frameworks and case studies, as well as business leaders who are willing to lead the way with authentic action,” said Ritse Erumi, Program Officer, Ford Foundation’s Future of Work(ers) program. 

The scorecard includes five main areas for companies to score themselves on: employee inclusion, employee safety, feedback design and communication, authenticity and accountability, and transparency and operationalization. 

“AI adoption is not just a technological shift—it’s an opportunity for us to have agency and bring humanity into the process,” said Nandika Madgavkar, Chief Growth Officer and Principal Lead, CECP. “Companies that prioritize transparency and employee engagement will be the ones that thrive. This community of practice and tools like the scorecard gives leaders a practical way to ensure their workforce feels heard, valued, and prepared for the future.”

By aligning innovation with inclusion and listening, companies can build trust, retain top talent, and maintain a competitive edge in an increasingly AI-driven world. CECP will be inviting a small group of senior corporate responsibility and sustainability leaders to the second year of the Responsible AI Community of Practice to learn how to use the framework and tool in the spring. Please reach out for more information at info@cecp.co

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About Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP)

Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose® (CECP) is the only nonpartisan business counsel and network dedicated to driving measurable returns on purpose. We promote responsible purpose-driven business as it increases customer loyalty, builds employee engagement, improves brand trust, attracts top talent, connects with strategic investors, and contributes to the bottom line.

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.

For more information, visit http://cecp.co.

CECP Media Contact 
Katie Leasor 
kleasor@cecp.co

August 7, 2025, marks the 106th anniversary of Griffith Foods and another year of blending care and creativity in the food industry. In 1919, Griffith Foods was founded with the intent to “bring science to the food industry”. By redefining the safety standards of Chicago’s meat packing industry, E.L. Griffith and his son C.L. laid the groundwork for what Griffith Foods has become today.

From humble beginnings to a global force for good, Griffith Foods remains driven by the same values that sparked our journey over a century ago. As we celebrate our 106th year of operation, we look forward to nourishing the world for many more.

At Griffith Foods, planting a tree is more than tradition—it’s a symbol of enduring values. Started by Dean Griffith and inspired by his grandfather Enoch’s love of nature, a tree is planted at the opening of new Griffith Foods facilities. This gesture now continues through Brian Griffith, marking facility openings across 30+ countries and six continents.

Over the past century, the Griffith Foods’ purpose has evolved into an international coalition: to “blend care and creativity to nourish the world”. Spanning across four generations, more than 30 countries, and six continents, the Griffith Foods family is committed to creating value for its people, partners, communities, and the planet.

Griffith Foods exists at the intersection of culinary arts, consumer insights, and food and sensory science. By creating delicious and nutritious product solutions, we are hard at work in supporting our customers and the world.

Built on the platform of People, Planet, and Performance, sustainability has become a core pillar of Griffith Foods. In recent years, we saw the introduction of the 2030 Aspirations, a sustainability initiative that solidifies Griffith Foods status as a vessel for the greater good.

The first Aspiration is focused on creating sustainable food networks. Griffith Foods is committed to sourcing their most frequently used spices and herbs from Rainforest Alliance certified suppliers. At the same time, the business is fostering farm-level partnerships to ensure sustainability, primarily through farmers practicing regenerative agriculture.

The second Aspiration heralds developing a product portfolio that is both nutritious and sustainable. Building on an already extensive portfolio, Griffith Foods has introduced products like Nutriamor, a sustainably sourced and nutrient dense powdered drink that has reached approximately 5,000 mothers and children in Columbia.

The final Aspiration targets creating new markets and serving the underserved. An estimated 2.8 billion people around the world are unable to afford a healthy diet. Especially in places like schools and care facilities for the elderly, prioritizing accessible nutrition is essential. By 2030, Griffith Foods hopes to provide 1 billion consumers with affordable and accessible products.

Griffith Foods is also committed to fostering the wellbeing and growth of our people and the communities we call home. With the establishment of belonging communities, diverse voices from all backgrounds are heard, valued, and have a place at the table. Locally, all business units donate one percent of their operating income to local charities and community initiatives.

From humble beginnings to a global force for good, Griffith Foods remains driven by the same values that sparked our journey over a century ago. As we celebrate 106 years of nourishing the world, our purpose continues to evolve—now guided by our 2030 Aspirations and deeply rooted in sustainability and growth. Like every tree we’ve planted, our commitment to nourishing the world continues to deepen, preparing us to impact the decades ahead.

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International Paper CSO Sophie Beckham recently sat down with renowned entrepreneur and podcaster John Shegerian to talk about the value of embedding sustainability into business. In a 35-minute episode of “Impact Podcast with John Shegerian,” Beckham explores the topics of defining the role sustainability plays in corporations, the shift in focus on the circular economy, and managing sustainability strategies across countries and continents.  

 Listen to the podcast here.

The Impact Podcast with John Shegerian has featured over 2,000 guests who all share in common a passion for making our world a better place on a daily basis.

 Sophie Beckham is Chief Sustainability Officer at International Paper (IP), where she works across the enterprise to advance sustainability strategy development. She also serves as the company’s primary external spokesperson and thought leader on issues related to sustainability and stewardship. Her career has been dedicated to driving sustainable business outcomes through purposeful leadership in consumer goods and forest product manufacturing sectors.

About International Paper 
International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com 

The pet nutrition brand is celebrating by donating $5 per purchase to Canine Companions and encourages pet owners to “let us fuel your dog too.”

ST. LOUIS, Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EUKANUBA™, a leader in science-based, premium dog nutrition and part of the Mars, Incorporated family of brands, is celebrating National Service Dog Month this September by raising money for long-time partner Canine Companions® to help increase the number of expertly trained and placed service dogs. Through the month of September, the pet nutrition brand will donate $5 per purchase of any Eukanuba product, and funds will be donated directly to national nonprofit Canine Companions in support of their mission of providing increased independence.*

Eukanuba is proud to be “Chosen for Service” as the exclusive dog food partner of Canine Companions. For more than 30 years, Eukanuba has supported Canine Companions with science-based, premium dog food tailored to the unique needs of service dogs. Since 1991, the partnership has deepened the understanding of how this nutrition supports performance in Canine Companions puppies and service dogs.

“In honor of National Service Dog Month, Eukanuba is proud to use this donation to support our longtime partner, Canine Companions,” said Jason Taylor, vice president, Eukanuba. “We are honored to play a part in furthering their commitment to provide service dogs at no cost to the recipient, changing lives through greater independence.”

Canine Companions is not only the first and largest provider of service dogs, but also the originator of the concept of the modern service dog1. Celebrating their 50th anniversary throughout 2025, the organization has matched more than 8,300 service dogs with their clients. Canine Companions service dogs are expertly trained to work with people with physical and cognitive disabilities, individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing and those experiencing military-related post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)2.

“We are grateful to Eukanuba for honoring National Service Dog Month with this generous commitment,” said Jeanine Konopelski, chief marketing officer, Canine Companions. “For decades, their dedication has fueled our service dogs and helps thousands of people experience greater independence. This support not only celebrates our shared history but also ensures more service dogs can transform lives in the future.”

To discover why Eukanuba is Chosen for Service, visit www.eukanuba.com/us/canine-companions or canine.org.

  1. Canine Companions. “Canine Companions New Look, Same Exceptional Mission.”
    Canine Companions, 18 May 2021, https://canine.org/news/brand-announcement/
  2. Canine Companions. “What is a Service Dog?” Canine Companions, https://canine.org/service-dogs/service-dog-month/what-is-a-service-dog/.

*Offer valid for purchases from September 1, 2025, through September 30, 2025, or until a maximum donation value of $100,000 is achieved. Offer valid on all Eukanuba products. Valid on in-stock items only. Offer valid in US only. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. Pricing and promotion are subject to change without notice. Not redeemable for cash or credit.

About EUKANUBA™

EUKANUBA™ is part of the Royal Canin Division in the Mars, Incorporated group, and a leader in science-based, premium dog nutrition.

EUKANUBA™ was founded in 1969 by Paul F Iams, an animal nutritionist who had a strong focus on developing formulas to address dogs’ specific needs. Today, its purpose is to fuel working, sporting and service dogs by supporting their mental and physical capabilities with science based nutrition, designed to help canine athletes perform to their full potential.

We know that reciprocity between dog and owner is the foundation for a lifelong bond. This is achieved by active moments spent together. Our job is to strengthen that bond. Whether they have an active lifestyle with their owner or need to perform in extreme conditions, working, sporting and service dogs need specific nutrition to fuel their performance. EUKANUBA™ delivers a range of tailored solutions to help them train, perform and recover, enabling them to do what they do best, and contribute to create more moments with their owners.

EUKANUBA™ provides a concise portfolio of 27 different recipes (20 dry, 7 wet) that help unleash dogs’ athletic potential and support their body, mind and energy.

To learn more about EUKANUBA™, visit www.eukanuba.com.

About MARS, INCORPORATED
Mars, Incorporated is driven by the belief that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today. As an approximately $55bn, family-owned business with 150,000 Associates, our diverse portfolio of leading pet care products and veterinary services serve pets all around the world and our quality snacking and food products delights millions of people every day. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands including ROYAL CANIN®, PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, CESAR®, DOVE®, EXTRA®, M&M’S®, SNICKERS® and BEN’S ORIGINAL™. Our international networks of pet hospitals, including BANFIELD™, BLUEPEARL™, VCA™ and ANICURA™ deliver high quality veterinary care and ANTECH ™ offers breakthrough capabilities in pet diagnostics. For more information about Mars, please visit https://www.mars.com/. Join us on FacebookInstagramLinkedIn and YouTube.

About Canine Companions:
National nonprofit Canine Companions is celebrating 50 Years of Independence. In 1975, a door towards greater independence was opened for people with disabilities — and it all started with a dog. Canine Companions invented the concept of the modern service dog to assist people with physical disabilities, empowering people with disabilities to live with greater independence. As the first and largest provider of service dogs, Canine Companions serves adults, children and veterans with disabilities and professionals working in health care, law enforcement, and educational settings. Since our founding in 1975, we have provided these services at no cost to the recipient. Canine Companions is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) and has eight locations across the country serving all 50 states. Learn more at canine.org or call 1-800-572-BARK (2275).

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Originally published in Principal Financial Group 2024 Sustainability Report

Our approach to sustainable asset ownership

As an asset owner through the general account of Principal Life Insurance Company®, sustainability considerations form an important cornerstone of our investments.

Our approach

We’ve incorporated sustainability factors into our investment process without a selection or rejection bias stemming purely from sustainability factors. Considerations of sustainability factors also feed into the analytical frameworks used by our investment teams.

Our fixed income analysts score investments on ESG metrics while our real estate analysts include climate change and emission considerations in their analysis when evaluating deals. We analyze metrics while underwriting new investments, and target continuous improvement in our portfolio’s sustainability metrics. Improved data quality will enable better measurement of sustainability metrics of our portfolio in coming years.

Our portfolio management teams engage with the companies we invest in to encourage responsible sustainability practices aligned with our investment thesis for the company. We also encourage companies to disclose relevant and material metrics through public reporting and describe how these considerations inform the company’s overall business activities. Sustainability factors are considered as an important risk factor in the investment decisions with approval from the Principal Life Insurance investment committee. This includes consideration and management of sustainability risks. These types of engagement, we believe, help encourage greater transparency, which allows us to evaluate paths toward more sustainable portfolios.

Our actions and performance in 2024

During 2023, we established specific sustainability guidelines that apply to our holdings in corporate bonds, commercial mortgage loans, and private real estate equity.

These guidelines lay out targets on a variety of metrics, including internal scoring and scores available from external sources. This reaffirms our belief that sustainable investing is an important component of our goals to optimize returns relative to risks.

We’re pleased to report that we met or exceeded the goals laid out in our sustainability guidelines during the year 2024.

We also report that 62% of the assets managed for the general account by investment managers utilized ESG integration at the end of 2024.

During the year, we invested about $250 million in assets that we believe meet the criteria for inclusion in our sustainable bond portfolio of collateral, based on our Sustainable Financing Framework. Investments made in 2024 included low income housing projects, construction of additional homeless shelters to serve those in need, solar energy projects and facilities to support the production and integration of energy storage, and battery technology. To date, we’ve invested $1.4 billion into assets that we believe meet the criteria.

Read more about our: Sustainability Bond and Sustainable Financing Framework

To learn more, read the Principal Financial Group 2024 Sustainability Report.

Insurance products issued by Principal National Life Insurance Co (except in NY) and Principal Life Insurance Company®. Plan administrative services offered by Principal Life. Principal Funds, Inc. is distributed by Principal Funds Distributor, Inc. Securities offered through Principal Securities, Inc., member SIPC and/or independent broker/dealers. Referenced companies are members of the Principal Financial Group®, Des Moines, IA 50392.

  • Combined solution further automates cloud-based energy optimization and advances resilience, efficiency and operating costs for both new and existing microgrid deployments
  • At RE+ 2025, Eaton to showcase microgrid capabilities with Xendee and both companies will have featured speaking engagements

PITTSBURGH and LAS VEGAS, September 9, 2025 /3BL/ – Intelligent power management company Eaton is collaborating with Xendee Corporation, a provider of the leading design and operation platform for distributed energy and microgrid systems. Xendee’s cutting-edge microgrid modeling and operations platform combined with Eaton’s engineering expertise and proven power distribution technologies deliver a fully integrated microgrid solution. Eaton led a Series B financing round for Xendee Corporation to further accelerate the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) powered tools for distributed energy resources (DERs), and to help power the next phase of Xendee’s growth. Together, the companies will provide customers a streamlined path to design, deploy and operate highly efficient, resilient microgrids and DERs.

According to the International Energy Agency, adoption of AI across the buildings sector alone could save up to 300-terawatt-hours (TWh) of energy annually. Eaton and Xendee will help customers leverage AI for new and existing microgrids using onsite energy sources, to sustainably meet energy demands, strengthen energy resilience and drive substantial operating cost savings.

“Together with Xendee, we’re unlocking new ways to help customers maximize the functionality and value of their microgrid investments across North America and Europe,” said Angie McMillin, president of Energy Solutions and Services at Eaton. “We’re confident that uniting Eaton’s proven microgrid expertise, intelligent power management solutions and services with Xendee’s advanced digital optimization technology will better position microgrid operators to seize the opportunities created by the energy transition.”

“Our partnership with Eaton allows us to provide a full-suite solution for microgrids by combining Xendee’s design and Model Predictive Control software and distributed energy modeling expertise with Eaton’s control hardware and expertise, providing microgrid project owners and developers what they need to implement systems at scale and maximize their return on assets,” said Adib Nasle, Co-Founder and CEO of Xendee.

The collaboration couples Eaton microgrid hardware and engineering service capabilities with Xendee’s AI-powered Model Predictive Control software, which continually evaluates and optimizes microgrid systems with AI forecasted alternatives. Xendee’s solution is hardware agnostic, allowing DER operators to seamlessly manage over 27 different types of technologies, including solar, battery energy storage systems, nuclear, linear generators, and combined heat and power. The solution will unlock real-time operational adjustments for microgrid systems that help lead to significant cost savings, enhanced resilience, reduced emissions and extended equipment lifespans.

Eaton will showcase its microgrid capabilities and expertise in booth #V8071, and lead three microgrid-focused educational sessions, during RE+ 2025. Learn more about how the company’s Everything as a Grid approach is helping communities and businesses reduce the cost and environmental impact of energy.

Xendee will lead two sessions at RE+ 2025, focused on a standardized and phased approach to powering data centers with distributed energy, and why developers are transitioning from PV-based systems to microgrids. Learn more about how Xendee’s approach to powering data centers streamlines the creation of an optimal multi-year strategy for lower costs and maximum resilience.

About Xendee Corporation
Xendee is an award-winning software platform built to integrate the feasibility analysis and proposal building, portfolio assessment, detailed engineering, and operation of Distributed Energy Resources and EV fast-charging infrastructure. It is the only integrated provider of microgrid design and Artificial Intelligence-based microgrid operation optimization software. Xendee’s techno-economic algorithms can produce an ideal investment solution and operation schedule to meet organizational goals which can include reducing costs, cutting CO2 emissions, and increasing resilience. Explore how Xendee can empower your organization by setting up a call with us at xendee.com/demo.

About Eaton 
Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for people everywhere. We make products for the data center, utility, industrial, commercial, machine building, residential, aerospace and mobility markets. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges and building a more sustainable society for people today and generations to come.

Founded in 1911, Eaton has continuously evolved to meet the changing and expanding needs of our stakeholders. With revenues of nearly $25 billion in 2024, the company serves customers in more than 160 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.

Contact:

Eaton

Kristin Somers
+1.919.345.3714
Kristincsomers@eaton.com

Regina Parundik 
Cobblestone Communications
+1.412.559.1614
Regina@cobblecreative.com

Xendee
Trent Maw
Tmaw@Xendee.com

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