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Gildan is pleased to share that the Company recently hosted a free, three-day ophthalmological event in the Guerra municipality of the Dominican Republic, providing free preventative eye care checkups for over 200 people from the Guerra community. The event was organized in partnership with Batey Relief Alliance (BRA) and the Dominico-Canadian Chamber of Commerce (CANCHAM-RD), with additional support from Gildan volunteers who dedicated more than 100 hours of community volunteering. This was Gildan’s fourth rendition of the event.

Held in Gildan’s textile facility in San Antonio de Guerra, the event brought together optometry experts, professors, and interns from the New England College of optometry in Boston, who provided consultations to members of the community of all ages. Additionally, they hosted educational talks about health care and nutrition, empowering people to take their health into their own hands.

“This is yet another initiative that creates meaningful advancements in the communities where we operate by promoting healthy living, as part of our Next Generation ESG strategy,” said Victor Almonte, Manager of Communications and CSR in the Dominican Republic. “It gave the Guerra community access to optical healthcare, which is known to be expensive and difficult to access in this region. Most importantly, it allowed community members to learn about best eye care practices, improving their wellbeing and helping them lead healthier lives,” he continued.

Providing free vision checkups is just one of the ways in which Gildan cares for its communities and continues on its journey of Making Apparel Better®. Find out more about some of Gildan’s community investment efforts, here.

State-of-the-art technology to improve energy efficiency by up to 20 percentCompany makes €50 Mio investment to upgrade plantAnother step towards a sustainable local circular economy

PERRYSBURG, Ohio, March 30, 2023 /3BL Media/ – O-I Glass, Inc. (“O-I Glass” or “O-I”) completed a €50 million investment to advance the sustainability of its plant in Vayres, France by installing the latest gas-oxygen combustion technology and heat recovery systems. These investments in the sustainable performance of the plant are set to reduce energy consumption and lower CO2 emissions by up to 20 percent. In addition to the decarbonizing impacts, these new technologies also reduce NOX emission by up to 60 percent. When combined with the plant’s high usage of recycled glass, the positive impact on greenhouse gas reduction and energy use is bringing to life O-I’s vision to be the most innovative and sustainable glass packaging provider.

With more than 400 million bottles produced each year, the Vayres plant is a key site dedicated to modern high-tech glassmaking. It is the only glass factory in the Gironde, located in the immediate vicinity of the famous Bordeaux and Cognac vineyards.

“The Vayres investment is emblematic of O-I’s holistic approach to address sustainability by increasing energy efficiency, upgrading furnaces, creating more resilient supply chains, and forging strategic partnerships,” said Randy Burns, Chief Sustainability Officer for O-I. “Our sustainable commitment will help move us toward a truly circular economy for packaging that leverages the infinite recyclability of glass.”

For Thibaut Guichard, Vayres plant manager, “this is a strategic project that has been successfully completed. It is a strong expression of O-I’s determination to advance our sustainability roadmap, and it has received the support of the French Agency for Ecological Transition (ADEME). The Vayres plant brings together modern real-life technology, know-how, and capabilities. 80% of our customers are located within a 100 kilometer radius and our plant supports the local economy, local wine producers and a local recycling system – a perfect example towards building a sustainable local circular economy.”

About O-I Glass

At O-I Glass, Inc. (NYSE: OI), we love glass and we’re proud to be one of the leading producers of glass bottles and jars around the globe. Glass is not only beautiful, it’s also pure and completely recyclable, making it the most sustainable rigid packaging material. Headquartered in Perrysburg, Ohio (USA), O-I is the preferred partner for many of the world’s leading food and beverage brands. We innovate in line with customers’ needs to create iconic packaging that builds brands around the world. Led by our diverse team of more than 24,000 people across 69 plants in 19 countries, O-I achieved net sales of $6.9 billion in 2022. Learn more about us: o-i.com / Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / LinkedIn

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JIM WOODS 
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James.Woods@o-i.com
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The Melvindale Police Department near Detroit, Michigan, knew it needed to upgrade its women’s locker room that was housed in a small, single-stall bathroom, but it didn’t have the funds for a renovation project.Marathon Petroleum’s Detroit refinery provided a grant and design support from its Women’s employee network members to create a sufficient space for the three women police officers and future additions to the department.The renovation resulted in a safer and more functional locker room that exceeded the officers’ expectations.

Police Corporal Jessica Winward recalls getting ready for her shift in the small women’s restroom in the Melvindale Police Department in Michigan. She would hang her bullet-proof vest on the shower door, reach over the toilet to get to her locker, and use the toilet as a seat to put on her boots.

“The station was built long before women were commonplace in police work, so the building itself was not designed with double locker rooms for men and women,” said Corporal Winward. “No one could possibly have been able to anticipate the need for women’s facilities five decades ago.”

Police Chief Dan Jones recognized the small women’s restroom was not sufficient for the three female officers on staff, but the city did not have the funding to renovate the area. He believed it was going to limit their ability to recruit and retain women officers on the force in the future.

Whitney Walton, Security Coordinator at the Marathon Petroleum Detroit refinery, met with Chief Jones to discuss how Marathon could help recruit and retain officers. Melvindale is located 10 miles southwest of Detroit and home to a tank farm used by the Detroit refinery. Walton, a member of the Detroit refinery’s women’s employee network chapter, secured a grant from the refinery to upgrade the women’s locker room. Representatives from the women’s employee network met with the officers to get their feedback on the renovation plans.

“It was great having women from two traditionally male-dominated fields sit down and discuss how to make the space more equitable and inclusive,” said Walton. “You can see from the photos that the space turned out amazing.”

Construction crews created a new locker room down the hall from the original women’s restroom, which is also used by office staff. The new space includes five large lockers, a new vanity, adjustable lighting and a full-length mirror near the lockers for the officers to ensure their appearance falls within department standards. The existing restroom remained in place, meaning that the new locker room will not be shared with civilian staff or guests at the station, which enhances security.

“A space like this shows new officers that their needs are considered, and that there is a willingness to meet those needs,” said Corporal Winward. “In this case, our needs were not only met, but far exceeded. I think any potential new officer touring the station would be impressed, not only with the physical appearance and conveniences, but also with the fact that the effort expended proves that we are heard and that we are valued.”

At Bath & Body Works, each of us plays a critical role in fostering a culture in which everyone belongs. This Women’s History Month, we’re inviting our associates across #GinghamNation to celebrate the profound contributions women have made inside our company and around the world.
 
We’re spotlighting several of our trailblazing female perfumers and longtime partners: https://lnkd.in/gZ7w3vmM … incredible women who’ve had a powerful impact on our brand by creating some of our most iconic fragrances. Meanwhile, our Women’s Inclusion Network hosted a Well-Being and Success Summit for our associates, exploring topics like leading with empathy and accountability, building an inclusive workplace and how developing meaningful relationships can lead to success in our careers and lives. In addition, our Community Relations and Philanthropy team provided several volunteer opportunities for our associates to make a direct impact with nonprofit partners that elevate women and girls.
 
These come-together moments make us a better brand for our customers and a stronger company for our associates. They’re also timely as we celebrate making Newsweek’s 2023 list of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women.

CINCINNATI, March 29, 2023 /3BL Media/ – Fifth Third Bank, National Association has been recognized by Celent as a winner of a Model Risk Manager award for Responding to Emerging Risks, specifically climate change risk assessment. Celent is a global research and advisory firm for the financial services industry.

Celent’s annual Model Risk Manager Awards recognize the best practices of technology usage in different areas critical to success in Risk. Nominations are submitted by financial institutions and undergo a rigorous evaluation process by Celent analysts. Celent evaluates submissions on three core criteria: the degree of innovation, technology or implementation excellence and demonstrable business benefits.

“Fifth Third is actively integrating climate risk into our Risk Management Framework and planning for scenarios that reflect climate change,” said Kevin Quatman, director of Climate and Reputation Risk, Fifth Third Bank. “We have integrated solutions that are enabling our Company to develop a strategy not only to manage risk but also to improve transparency around the Bank’s emissions across our portfolios.”

“The Model Risk Manager Awards recognize how financial institutions are using technology to change the face of risk management and compliance,” said Alenka Grealish, principal analyst, banking, Celent. “Fifth Third should serve as an inspiration to others looking for strong examples of best practice implementation that will have a truly meaningful impact on business results and the industry overall.”

Fifth Third implementation of ON Climate, an application developed by Oak North, is enabling it to develop its climate scenario analysis capability, quantify climate risk in its commercial loan portfolio beyond nine quarter stress tests, guide future conversations with commercial borrowers, support the bank’s climate leadership through disclosure and prepare for any future climate-related regulations. For more information, consult the Bank’s 2021 Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures Report.

About Fifth Third

Fifth Third is a bank that’s as long on innovation as it is on history. Since 1858, we’ve been helping individuals, families, businesses and communities grow through smart financial services that improve lives. Our list of firsts is extensive, and it’s one that continues to expand as we explore the intersection of tech-driven innovation, dedicated people and focused community impact. Fifth Third is one of the few U.S.-based banks to have been named among Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies® for several years. With a commitment to taking care of our customers, employees, communities and shareholders, our goal is not only to be the nation’s highest performing regional bank, but to be the bank people most value and trust.

Fifth Third Bank, National Association is a federally chartered institution. Fifth Third Bancorp is the indirect parent company of Fifth Third Bank and its common stock is traded on the NASDAQ® Global Select Market under the symbol “FITB.” Investor information and press releases can be viewed at www.53.com. Member FDIC.

The Cadence Academic Network is collaborating with universities to build deeper connections between our business focus areas and academia. We are connecting with professors on their research, enabling access to cutting-edge Cadence technology in their classrooms and labs, and talking with students about how they can make an impact in the electronics industry by joining the Cadence team or one of our customers.

We have had Cadence on Campus at Clemson University, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, and UT Austin, where we networked with hundreds of students and engaged in meaningful conversations with professors. Cadence highlighted challenges in the industry that the faculty and their students can work to address, and we got to learn about their research focus and interests, allowing our business leaders to find additional relevant research collaborations. Continuing to develop these fruitful connections, we hosted another Cadence on Campus, this time at UC Berkeley!

We kicked the day off with a morning workshop with faculty, PhD students, and Cadence folks. This workshop focused on Cadence’s technology leadership in our business spaces and presented some of the industry challenges we face. The UC Berkeley faculty shared research that complements Cadence’s technology and is of mutual interest.

The highlight of the day was the keynote delivered by Dr. Anirudh Devgan, president and CEO of Cadence. His invited talk, “The End of Technology as We Know It and the Rise of Computational Software,” was a part of the UC Berkeley College of Engineering “View from the Top” series.

With over 200 students and faculty in attendance, he was able to share about the future of Cadence and participate in a fireside chat hosted by Tsu-Jae King Liu, the Dean of the UC Berkeley College of Engineering. Students asked insightful questions about the future of technology, and we even heard from a future Cadence employee who will join the team once he graduates!

After a successful morning, Cadence leaders and Berkeley faculty got together for lunch and held further deep-dive discussions on collaboration and partnerships. With some of the leading minds in the industry in one room, the discussions focused on how computational software continues to revolutionize the industry—from chips to boards to complete systems and more.

We spoke with professors that are using Cadence tools for the most dynamic market applications, such as thermal simulations, PCB system automation, computational fluid dynamics, and even molecular analysis. For example, the chemistry department is interested in gaining access to Cadence’s OpenEye molecular modeling software. Together with UC Berkeley, we will be fostering the next generation of innovators from computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and chemistry!

While on campus, we were also able to engage directly with students! Cadence ambassadors were set up in Soda Hall with goodies, pizza, and a happy face to talk to students all about Cadence technology and life at Cadence. Some of our summer interns and future new grads stopped by to meet Cadence folks and connect with their future managers.

Later in the day, Sruba Seshadri, senior account technical executive, hosted a tech talk with IEEE titled “Cadence Is Everywhere – Revolution Through Evolution.” The group of 50+ students was very engaged and interested in learning more about Cadence technology and its application in their classrooms.

The future engineers are a bright group, and we’re looking forward to seeing how they use Cadence technology to create the technology of tomorrow.

Photo credit to Adam Lau, UC Berkeley College of Engineering

By Kim Borges

At first glance, Tuesday’s open mic night where Jeff Vestal plays drums might resemble any other neighborhood establishment.

But look deeper and you’ll quickly discover it’s in a community that’s anything but ordinary.

“This place is absolutely blessed by God,” said Vestal, a Navy veteran. “I was homeless off and on for 35 years, and you see hard stuff. You have to watch your back.”

For three years now, others have been watching Vestal’s back at “this place,” otherwise known as Community First! Village (CFV), in Austin, Texas.

He counts Regions Bank associates Myke Roeschlein and Norman Witcher among them.

“My good friend, Myke – my banker – started teaching a monthly financial education class over a year ago,” said Vestal. “I’ve been here since the first class. Myke and Norman are my brothers from another mother.”

Myke Roeschlein, manager of Regions’ Hutto branch, remembers that first class – and Vestal – vividly.

“We had 10 people attend and I could tell several had reservations going in,” Roeschlein recalled. “But the second Jeff came in, he literally had his arms wide open. He asked questions and told me how much he appreciated the class. Right off the bat, that’s what I noticed.”

The two struck up a friendship from a shared experience.

“I’m just a person who made it out of some really difficult times,” said Roeschlein. “When I was growing up, my mom had struggles with addiction. We slept in tents, parks, homeless shelters and in battered women’s shelters. There wasn’t really a time growing up when I had a stable place to be.”

“Myke could relate to me,” added Vestal of their instant bond. “That’s the thing about being homeless. You can tell if somebody is for real.”

Dispelling the Myths: “It’s About Being Vulnerable Enough to Be Educated”

Vestal’s three-decade experience with homelessness is unfortunately common. Something else that’s common? Lingering misperceptions about the 580,000 Americans experiencing homelessness in 2020.

Alan Graham, founder and CEO of nonprofit Mobile Loaves & Fishes, which established Community First! Village, is working to address chronic homelessness while also dispelling its many myths.

“The greatest misconceptions people still have about people experiencing homelessness is that they’re lazy, they chose this lifestyle, are drug addicts or are mentally ill,” Graham said. “Living on the streets is nowhere near lazy, it’s hard work.”

Regions Commercial Banking relationship manager Norman Witcher credits Graham for elevating his awareness and empathy for those experiencing homelessness when they met in 2009.

“Alan taught me to look beyond surface level and put myself in the other person’s shoes,” says Witcher, who today serves on the Mobile Loaves & Fishes board of directors and regularly volunteers at CFV. “It’s about being vulnerable enough to be educated. People who are chronically homeless face unheard of amounts of rejection daily. They face more rejection in a day than we do in a lifetime.”

Community First! Village: “We Care About and Help Each Other”

CFV’s 51-acre haven includes hundreds of RV and micro-homes, laundry facilities, outdoor kitchens, a community market, even an art house and cinema.

Those are the structures. But what CFV really provides is in its name: a sense of community for many who have never had it, like Vestal, who underwent an extensive assessment following his pastor’s referral before moving into the community.

“I love it here,” he said. “I have my own house. Not only do I have neighbors and friends, I have a case manager and Family Eldercare. Everyone looks out for everyone. We care about and help each other.”

Roeschlein’s care and help have empowered Vestal to achieve more than he ever imagined.

“When you’re on the street, it’s hard to keep your money,” Vestal explained. “With that street mentality, it’s all, ‘Me, me, me, ‘what can I get?’ Now that I’m here, I’m cutting back, I’m saving. I have a lot more to learn, and I know Myke can show me.”

Roeschlein has also learned some things thanks to Vestal.

“It’s really important to count your blessings every single day,” he said. “And to never forget where you came from and always continue to give back.”

It’s a friendship where learning – and gratitude – are in abundance.

“I am very blessed, I praise and thank God for the Community First! staff and the people who come here and teach like Myke,” Vestal said.

“As soon as I saw Jeff, I could tell his heart was filled with love,” added Roeschlein. “Jeff just radiates love. I couldn’t be more grateful that I met him.”

More about Regions and Community First! Village:

In addition to teaching financial education at Community First! Village, Regions has lent its support in other ways, including donating several of its signature LifeGreen custom cruiser bicycles for residents to ride throughout the community and contributing gift cards during the bank’s 2022 “Thank You Forward” campaign.

“Corporate partners like Regions Bank are the essence of our model at Community First! Village,” said Alan Graham. “The entire community has to rally together to accomplish the work we are doing. We need our corporate partners to lead this effort to mitigate homelessness, and we are grateful to have our friends at Regions Bank serve alongside us.”

DES MOINES, Iowa, March 29, 2023 /3BL Media/ – Principal Financial Group® announced a five-year extension agreement with the Principal Charity Classic to continue its long-standing support for the annual PGA TOUR Champions tournament held at the Wakonda Club in Des Moines, Iowa. With the new five-year agreement, Principal will remain title sponsor in its efforts to raise money for Iowa Charities focused on supporting children in areas of education, health, financial security, and stability.

“We’re thrilled to continue our partnership with the Principal Charity Classic, which has played a crucial role in the positive impact we’ve been able to have on children in Des Moines and surrounding areas,” said Ken McCullum, board chair for the Principal Charity Classic. “The tournament draws more than 70,000 fans each year, and this year spectators can expect a strong field of PGA TOUR Champions players and new features to provide a more immersive fan experience.”

Attendees of the event will experience new amenities this year, including a fan village and a dedicated kid zone where families can spend downtime with their children throughout the tournament. The new features are an effort to provide a more seamless experience for both golfers and non-golfers who attend the annual event.

Additionally, Principal Charity Classic revealed its 2022 Sustainability Report highlighting goals to create a more sustainable tournament in alignment with Principal, the City of Des Moines, and select United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

These sustainability initiatives include energy and carbon reduction, waste management and reduction, food systems and security, and financial support for underrepresented groups. By 2024 the Principal Charity Classic aims to achieve a 40% waste diversion and commit to a zero-waste tournament by 2032.

“We’re excited to extend our partnership with Principal for another five years and continue the positive work the Principal Charity Classic has afforded the Iowa community,” said PGA TOUR Champions President Miller Brady. “The tournament’s commitment to the new renovations and sustainability efforts to the course enables us to continue hosting the annual event and will be instrumental in making this Tour special for years to come. Those programs, along with Wakonda Club’s planned renovations, help this tournament stand out for not only our players, but the fans and volunteers who support PGA TOUR Champions each year.”

Since Principal became a title sponsor of the tournament in 2007, the event has raised over $45.6 million for Iowa children’s charities. Last year, the Principal Charity Classic raised more than $8.2 million, surpassing the previous record of $7.3 million set in 2021. The money raised in the tournament provides funding to Tournament Charity Partners supporting local youth throughout the city of Des Moines and the Birdies for Charity program which assists close to 90 non-profits in the state of Iowa.

“The opportunity to be part of such an impactful event is an honor for us who play the game each year,” said Jerry Kelly, 2022 Principal Charity Classic Champion. “The best part of it all is seeing the excitement of the kids, which inspires us to compete and bring our best game to the tournament. This is only possible because of the endless support we receive from the city of Des Moines, Principal, and the Wakonda Club.”

Wakonda Club’s sustainability initiatives 
In addition to Principal Charity Classic’s sustainability initiatives, the Wakonda Club will undergo renovations to its course to enhance safety, experience, and sustainability practices including: installation of a new irrigation system designed for water efficiency and conservation, as well as introducing a new strand of grass that is more drought-tolerant; planting 170 trees throughout the course to replace those which were unstable, lost in weather events or removed during course improvements; and creating more native areas to reduce the need for routine watering and maintenance.

“Sustainability and conservation are important to Wakonda Club members as well,” said John Ruan IV, Wakonda Club Board president. “So as our superintendent and Greens Committee work on plans with the course architect and contractors, we try to incorporate safety and sustainability in every aspect of the renovation.” 

The 2023 Principal Charity Classic will take place May 31 – June 4 at the Wakonda Club. For more information, visit principalcharityclassic.com.

About the Principal Charity Classic 
The Principal Charity Classic is an annual and award-winning PGA TOUR Champions event dedicated to investing in the future of Iowa kids. In 2022, the Principal Charity Classic raised a record $8.2 million for charity, bringing the tournament’s giving total to more than $45.6 million since 2007. Tournament funds benefit organizations that provide a broad level of support to Iowa kids in the areas of education and culture, financial security and stability, and health and wellness.

For more information, visit principalcharityclassic.com, or connect with the tournament on social media: Facebook facebook.com/principalcharityclassic, Twitter @PCCTourney, and Instagram @principalcharityclassic.

About PGA TOUR Champions 
PGA TOUR Champions is a membership organization of professional golfers age 50 and older, including 34 members of the World Golf Hall of Fame. The Tour’s mission is to provide financial opportunities for its players, entertain and inspire its fans, deliver substantial value to its partners, create outlets for volunteers to give back, and generate significant charitable and economic impact in tournament communities. Follow PGA TOUR Champions online at PGATOUR.com, or on social media: Facebook facebook.com/PGATOURChampions, Twitter @ChampionsTour, and Instagram @pgatourchampions.

About Principal Financial Group® 
Principal Financial Group® (Nasdaq: PFG) is a global financial company with 19,000 employees1 passionate about improving the wealth and well-being of people and businesses. In business for more than 140 years, we’re helping more than 62 million customers1 plan, protect, invest, and retire, while working to support the communities where we do business, and build a diverse, inclusive workforce. Principal® is proud to be recognized as one of the 2023 World’s Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere2, a member of the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index, and a “Best Places to Work in Money Management3.” Learn more about Principal and our commitment to building a better future at principal.com.

1 As of December 31, 2022 
2 Ethisphere, 2023 
3 Pensions & Investments, 2022

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. ©2023 Principal Financial Services, Inc.

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What do we talk about in Episode 2: The Future of the CSO – APAC?

As the role of the chief sustainability officer (CSO) continues to evolve at pace, we are working closely with our network of sustainability leaders to share practical insights into the skills, knowledge and expertise that will be required for the future of the profession, and to inspire the next generation of sustainability change makers. This year, we’ve teamed up with Patricia Dwyer, Founder and Director at The Purpose Business and former CSO for the Shangri-La Hotels, to interview sustainability leaders across Asia, and gather their insights on what it takes to be a CSO in the region. ‘The Future of the CSO – APAC’ series will bring you an in-depth understanding of how the role has changed, how it will continue to evolve, the skillsets required and the challenges that will be faced. It is important that we keep learning, sharing and developing. 

Who is Pamela Mar?

Joining us for the second episode of our ‘Future of the CSO – APAC’ series is Pamela Mar, Managing Director at The Digital Standards Initiative and former Executive Vice President – Knowledge & Applications at the Fung Group. When the interview took place, Pam led the Fung Academy’s knowledge generation, application, and dissemination in support of the Fung Group’s business success and readiness for the future. During this time, she directed the Academy’s research and development activities, and experiments, which form the base of the Group’s strategic response to key disruptions in its business operating environment, including technological change, the rise of sustainability, trade/geopolitical uncertainty and the changing nature of consumption. As a sustainability leader, Pam has published four books on Asian development and business, and has taken part in numerous talks on sustainability, corporate responsibility and Asia’s growth and development. Her ongoing dedication to the industry, knowledge and passion made her the ideal interviewee for episode 2.

Who is Patricia Dwyer?

Joining us as the host for the ‘Future of the CSO – APAC’ is Pat Dwyer, an internationally-respected sustainability expert, passionate about sharing her 20+ years of experience and leadership to help businesses in Asia thrive through responsible growth. She has guest lectured, spoken and moderated across global platforms including The Obama Foundation, The World Economic Forum, The Thomson Reuters Foundation, The University of Cambridge and The Climate Competent Boards Certificate Program, sharing her insights in sustainability, purpose, leadership and governance.

Pat and her team of globally-experienced sustainability and business practitioners across industry, academia, NGOs and government at The Purpose Business, guide companies to activate purpose, address ESG impacts and scale sustainability responsibly, in order to future-proof their business. Pat has advised and worked with blue chip companies including MTR, The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Marsh Asia, Cathay Pacific, Jardine Matheson, Swire Properties, Universal Robina, Metro Pacific Investment Corporation, and Ayala.

Who is Greg Brittian?

Joining the episode as our host and Acre representative is Greg Brittian, Head of Sustainable Business – APAC. Greg leads Acre’s work in sustainable business, focused on the APAC region, with a particular emphasis on senior-level executive searches. Greg has been with Acre for over seven years and during this time, worked globally with some of the biggest names in the consumer goods, manufacturing, extractives, infrastructure and power generation industries. Greg holds a BSc degree in Environmental Science, Economics and Anthropology, and was previously involved in the studies of the emerging carbon credit trading sector in the Eastern Cape of South Africa, environmental consultancy work in the fishery sector of Caborra Bassa, Mozambique, and worked as a countrywide sales manager in Zimbabwe.

About Acre

At Acre, we work with the most aspirational businesses with potential to make real change; from those who are just starting out to those who are well on the journey to crafting a legacy.

Our 18 years’ experience in sustainability recruitment, combined with our extensive global network, enables us to provide talent solutions that are designed to deliver this change.

Through our unique behavioural assessment technology, we understand the types of people, skills and behaviours required to create impact. We can develop these qualities within your existing teams too.

We find talented people and develop their skills to ensure they make a true impact in ambitious, progressive organisations.

Acre. Making companies ready for tomorrow.

Originally published on bloomberg.com

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Bloomberg today announced its Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) solution has a new dashboard enabling fund managers to seamlessly track and pick investments that align with the key ESG indicators mandated for SFDR reporting, the principal adverse impact indicators or PAIs.

The solution offers complete coverage of mandatory PAIs by combining data aggregated by Bloomberg with data on controversial weapons and UNGC violations from ESG Book, a sustainability data and technology provider, and data on civil liberties and political rights from Freedom House, a non-profit organisation that monitors the health of democracy and freedom worldwide.

Aligning fund composition with SFDR definitions is complex, as firms need to demonstrate to clients and regulators how they achieve Article 8 and 9 fund classifications, as well as disclose how they account for sustainability risks in their investment decisions. Bloomberg’s SFDR dashboard enables firms to analyse and track underlying companies in each fund they are invested in against a peer group of companies and across a range of ESG criteria, including principles of good governance defined in SFDR. This facilitates additional due diligence and confidence in fund classification decisions.

“Bloomberg’s SFDR solution goes beyond supporting firms with reporting, it helps investors manage portfolios with SFDR’s objective in mind, which is to drive investments towards more sustainable companies. We help fund managers cut through the complexity and empower them to conduct precise due diligence on the sustainability of their investments,” said Nadia Humphreys, Business Manager, Sustainable Finance Solutions at Bloomberg.

To further streamline investment management, Bloomberg’s portfolio and risk analytics solution, PORT, now integrates SFDR data so investors can assess investments, whether ESG-related or not, and conduct regulatory reporting—all in one place.

Bloomberg’s SFDR solution helps clients with the challenging disclosure of PAI indicators by mapping them to company reported ESG data on over 15,000 companies globally. To help firms measure the carbon footprint of portfolio investments, another key SFDR assessment, Bloomberg provides company reported emissions and estimates for Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions based on a proprietary machine learning smart model as well as an implied-industry model, resulting in coverage of over 100,000 companies.

Building on this coverage, Bloomberg provides fund-level ESG analytics for over 60,000 mutual funds and 10,000 ETFs by combining fund holdings data with Bloomberg’s company-level ESG data. Bloomberg’s Fund ESG Analytics provide objectively comparable ESG metrics and scores, including as reported and estimated greenhouse gas emissions. This enables clients to easily compare funds, gain a view into funds that may meet SFDR criteria, and invest according to their own ESG objectives and preferences, even if funds have no disclosures.

Bloomberg’s SFDR solution is available through the Bloomberg Terminal and to Enterprise Data clients via Data License, and can be accessed through Bloomberg’s ready-to-use data website, data.Bloomberg.com. To view Bloomberg’s new SFDR dashboard, visit ESG SFDR <GO> on the Bloomberg Terminal. SFDR and other ESG data fields can be found in PORT, and can be integrated via Microsoft Power BI to support the creation of reports for SFDR, which can be shared across teams or clients. For more information, visit our website here.

About Bloomberg
Bloomberg is a global leader in business and financial information, delivering trusted data, news, and insights that bring transparency, efficiency, and fairness to markets. The company helps connect influential communities across the global financial ecosystem via reliable technology solutions that enable our customers to make more informed decisions and foster better collaboration. For more information, visit Bloomberg.com/company or request a demo.

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