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The world is changing fast. Building resilience into your overall business strategy is key for continued growth. Investing in corporate sustainability has become a reliable source of competitive differentiation—yet many companies still struggle to quantify its value. 

This post provides a starting point for businesses to learn about sustainability and why it is crucial for long-term success.

The Business Case for Sustainable Strategies

Sustainability has substantial business benefits well beyond mitigating environmental impact. A comprehensive sustainability strategy can improve profitability, strengthen supply chains, and position businesses to meet investor, customer, and regulatory expectations head-on.

Operational efficiency boosts profitability

Sustainability initiatives often start as risk mitigation efforts but quickly reveal themselves as great drivers of efficiency. Take energy efficiency: businesses investing in advanced building automation and renewable energy integration are lowering operational expenses while reducing exposure to volatile energy markets.

Investor expectations play a key role

Capital markets are no longer neutral on sustainability. Institutional investors and lenders are evaluating businesses through environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance metrics, and companies with weak sustainability strategies are seeing higher borrowing costs and diminished investor confidence. For C-suite leaders, the question is no longer if sustainability matters in financial performance, but how to maximize its impact.

Risk management amidst shifting regulations

Regulatory pressure on environmental performance is intensifying across industries, from carbon pricing mechanisms to supply chain due diligence laws. But compliance isn’t the only concern—businesses that lag behind in sustainability commitments are losing ground to competitors that are proactively managing risks and adapting ahead of regulatory shifts.

Beyond compliance, companies are also contending with increasing supply chain volatility. Extreme weather events, resource scarcity, and geopolitical instability are all creating material risks that sustainability-minded organizations are better equipped to navigate.

The impact on brand reputation

Customer and workforce expectations are evolving, and companies that fail to demonstrate authentic, measurable sustainability commitments are losing credibility. In B2B and B2C markets alike, procurement teams are prioritizing suppliers with clear environmental and social responsibility commitments, while employees are choosing employers that align with their values. The companies that lead on sustainability aren’t just meeting expectations—they’re setting the standards that others will follow.

Related resource: Environmental Sustainability Meets Business Sustainability

 

Core Sustainable Business Strategies

Organizations that take a structured, data-driven approach to sustainability are better positioned to optimize operations and future-proof their business. Below are four key areas where sustainability delivers measurable impact.

Optimizing resources through waste reduction

Waste can be a serious financial liability. Companies that systematically reduce material waste, water consumption, and excess energy see the dual benefits of improving costs while mitigating supply chain risks. Circular economy principles are reshaping industries, with businesses designing waste out of their systems through closed-loop manufacturing, product take-back programs, and materials innovation.

Supply chain sustainability and responsible sourcing

A company’s sustainability impact extends far beyond its own walls. Supply chain emissions (scope 3) often dwarf direct operational emissions, making procurement strategies a critical component of any sustainability plan. Businesses that actively engage suppliers on ESG performance are not only reducing environmental impact but also improving supplier reliability, lowering risks related to resource scarcity, and ensuring compliance with new and changing regulations.

Implementing energy-efficient operations

Energy costs and carbon reduction targets are pushing businesses to rethink their approach to power consumption. Companies investing in energy-efficient infrastructure, such as smart building systems, process automation, and heat recovery technologies, are seeing immediate returns in the form of lower utility bills and improved operational stability. Many are also shifting toward renewable energy, leveraging on-site solar and wind installations, power purchase agreements, and microgrids to stabilize costs and hedge against energy market volatility.

Sustainable product design

Sustainability is being engineered into products from the ground up. Companies are responding to regulatory shifts and consumer demand by prioritizing recyclable, biodegradable, and lower-carbon materials. Modular product designs, where components can be easily repaired or replaced, are reducing waste while unlocking new revenue models, such as product-as-a-service offerings. In sectors from packaging to electronics, organizations are redesigning products to meet end-of-life recovery goals, ensuring compliance with circular economy legislation, and differentiating themselves in increasingly sustainability-conscious markets.

Related resources:

Five Ways to Optimize Sustainability Across Global Facilities

Legislation and Best Practices in Supply Chain Sustainability

 

Measuring and Reporting Sustainability Performance

Sustainability commitments are only as strong as the data behind them. Investors, regulators, and customers increasingly demand measurable, transparent reporting. Companies that integrate robust sustainability metrics into their business strategy gain a competitive edge by demonstrating that accountability.

Establishing KPIs for sustainability goals

Setting clear, quantifiable sustainability goals is essential for driving real impact. Leading organizations establish key performance indicators (KPIs) that align with business objectives and stakeholder expectations. These may include:

• Carbon footprint reduction (Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions)
• Energy efficiency improvements (kWh saved per unit of production)
• Water conservation efforts (gallons reduced per process or site)
• Waste diversion rates (percentage of waste diverted from landfills)
• Supplier sustainability compliance (percentage of suppliers meeting ESG standards)

The role of corporate sustainability reporting

Sustainability reporting has evolved a great deal. Frameworks like the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) are shaping how companies disclose environmental and social impacts.

High-quality sustainability reports are:

• Data-rich and transparent, backed by verifiable metrics rather than marketing statements.
• Aligned with recognized frameworks to meet regulatory and investor expectations.
• Forward-looking, showcasing progress, challenges, and future sustainability roadmaps.

Related resource: Back to Basics: A Step-by-Step Guide for Preparing an Annual Sustainability Report

 

Understanding ESG ratings and rankers

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ratings influence capital investment, brand perception, and stakeholder trust. However, the ESG rating landscape is complex, with different agencies using varying methodologies to assess corporate performance.

Businesses aiming to improve their ESG scores must proactively engage with raters, ensure accurate data submission, and align their sustainability efforts with investor priorities. Understanding how these ratings impact financial performance, regulatory compliance, and competitive positioning is critical for long-term success.

Related resources:

A Guide for Preparing an Annual Sustainability Report

ESG vs. CSR: Key Differences & What Businesses Need to Know

Understanding ESG Raters, Rankers & Corporate Sustainability

 

Resources for Sustainability Leaders

Whether you’re shaping corporate sustainability strategy, navigating ESG regulations, or seeking innovative solutions, staying informed and up to date on the latest developments is key. Below is a curated selection of books, podcasts, and conferences that provide expert insights, practical guidance, and global perspectives on sustainability.

Top books on sustainability and ESG

For executives and sustainability professionals looking to refine their strategies, these books offer research-backed insights and actionable frameworks:

Leaving Planet Simple: Embracing Sustainability, ESG, and Resilience to Transform Your Business by Dr. Alex Gold

Dr. Alex Gold challenges business leaders to embrace a resilience mindset. Drawing from his expertise in resilience science and corporate strategy, he explores how businesses can thrive by recognizing their role within interconnected ecosystems rather than operating in isolation. A compelling guide for leaders looking to embed sustainability and ESG into long-term success.

Where to Find It: Bookshop.org | Amazon

Silent Earth: Averting the Insect Apocalypse by Dave Goulson

Biologist Dave Goulson sounds the alarm on the devastating decline of insect populations and what it means for the planet. Through accessible storytelling and rigorous research, he connects biodiversity loss to climate change and food security, highlighting the dangers of pesticide overuse while offering solutions to restore balance. A must-read for those concerned about the future of our ecosystems.

Where to Find It: Bookshop.org | Amazon

Nature’s Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation That Starts in Your Yard by Douglas W. Tallamy

Douglas W. Tallamy presents a powerful grassroots approach to conservation, showing how homeowners can turn their yards into vital wildlife habitats. By planting native species, individuals can play a direct role in biodiversity restoration—without waiting for government action. Practical, inspiring, and full of actionable steps, this book makes conservation feel personal and achievable.

Where to Find It: Bookshop.org | Amazon

Explore more must-read ESG and sustainability books.

 

Podcasts: Sustainability Insights from Industry Experts

Podcasts provide a convenient way to stay informed on sustainability trends, regulatory shifts, and corporate best practices. Recommended listens include:

GreenBiz 350

Sustainability news, industry insights, and expert analysis—delivered with wit and clarity by GreenBiz veterans Joel Makower and Heather Clancy. This weekly podcast unpacks the latest trends shaping the future of sustainable business.

Available On: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | SoundCloud

ESG in Conversation

Stay ahead of the ESG curve with expert-driven discussions on sustainability risks, investment opportunities, and corporate responsibility. Each episode breaks down the latest research and insights shaping business, finance, and global markets.

Available On: Spotify | Apple Podcasts

Sustainability Defined

Sustainability can be complex—this podcast makes it clear. Hosts Jay Siegel and Scott Breen tackle key sustainability topics with expert guests, making the issues (and solutions) easy to understand for pros and newcomers alike.

Available On: Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify

Find more top sustainability podcasts here.

 

Conferences to consider

Attending industry conferences and following key sustainability voices helps leaders stay ahead of trends, connect with peers, and gain insights into the future of corporate sustainability.

Top Conferences:

• Reuters Responsible Business USA 2025 – Focuses on embedding sustainability into brand strategy and corporate culture.
• Sustainable Brands: SB’25 – A premier global event where business and brand leaders gather to explore the long-term impact of innovation, purpose, and sustainability.
• FORUM25: NAEM EHS & Sustainability Management Forum – The largest annual event for EHS&S professionals, offering peer insights, emerging strategies, and practical solutions for advancing corporate sustainability.

See more must-attend sustainability conferences

 

Sustainability leadership requires continuous learning. Bookmark this page to help stay ahead of industry shifts as you refine your sustainability strategies.

Discover how Antea Group’s Sustainability Consulting services can empower your business.

International Olympic Committee news

As World Table Tennis Day is celebrated today, we highlight the work of Tanjun Associate LLP. This organisation uses table tennis as a vehicle for lasting environmental and social impact in rural communities in India, with the support from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Table Tennis Federation Foundation (ITTF Foundation).

Tanjun Associate LLP introduced table tennis to a region in northern India primarily inhabited by farmers who rely on agriculture as their only source of income. Tanjun aims to empower marginalised women from these areas by equipping them with the skills to develop sustainable bamboo sports equipment, encouraging not only environmentally friendly practices, but also lasting social change in the mountainous and forest-covered regions below the Himalayas.

Working alongside local schools that serve as hubs for the project, Tanjun has already conducted four training sessions, and around 80 per cent of the 200 attendees were women. These sessions combine table tennis events, hands-on training in producing sustainable sports equipment and environmental awareness education on topics such as preventing deforestation, waste management and regenerative agriculture.

Tanjun’s contribution to gender equality is particularly noteworthy given the theme of this year’s World Table Tennis Day: diversity and inclusion. It also builds on the impact of initiatives that have already engaged thousands of schoolchildren. Thanks to Tanjun, mixed doubles table tennis – once a rarity – is now the norm at Paradise Academy, one of its partner schools.

Delivering lasting social and environmental impact

Rekha Dey, a managing partner at Tanjun, explains why sport has been key to unlocking the project’s potential. “We are mobilising women in remote rural areas, who are primarily from lower-income groups and who come from communities where caste-based and gender discrimination is high,” says Dey. “Sport is a relationship-builder and acts as a powerful tool to reach out to these communities; it creates an environment of friendliness and fun and breaks down the barriers you often face.”

The support from the IOC, through the Olympism365 Innovation Hub, has allowed Tanjun to increase the scale of its work and to benefit from a supportive network of social entrepreneurs in sport for development. “Our footprint in the community has increased sizeably,” says Dey. “The grant has really helped us reach out and meet the targets we had set for ourselves. This project is about sustainable livelihood development, taking positive climate action and the development of environmentally friendly sports equipment.”

Thanks to the Olympism365 Innovation Hub, Tanjun was also able to invest in research and develop further sustainable sports equipment out of bamboo, such as hand-woven jute nets, alongside its training programmes. By the end of this year, Tanjun aims to have built a 100 per cent bamboo-based table tennis table, and is also currently producing prototype equipment for badminton, volleyball and football.

Using these initiatives to spur continual growth is fundamental to Tanjun’s approach. “The products are environmentally sustainable and commercially viable. We aim to show women how they can develop a livelihood through these skills,” says Dey. “Successful prototypes will be donated to community schools, and we will be training more women to be involved in the manufacturing process as we scale up.”

Working directly with vulnerable communities

Tanjun operates primarily in the states of Uttarakhand and Utter Pradesh, in a region increasingly vulnerable to the effects of climate change and where the importance of sustainable development is stark.

“The Himalayas are the oxygen bank for the whole of northern India, and it provides water for the entire Indo-Gangetic plain,” explains Dey. “But human development is taking place at the cost of environmental degradation; deforestation is occurring, glaciers are melting, we are having extreme climate events every monsoon season. There has to be a solution-centric approach to development.”

By embedding circular economy principles, Tanjun aims to deliver both environmental and social impact, empowering the communities most at risk. “We are trying to work directly with the people that are most vulnerable and directly affected,” says Dey. “We want to help them stand for the protection of the areas they live in and embrace climate action initiatives.”

Olympism365: A shared vision for sport for sustainable development

Tanjun is one of nine social enterprises that received IOC co-investment totalling USD 300,000 through the Olympism365 Innovation Hub – a collaboration between the IOC, Beyond Sport and Women Win – and its Enterprise365 funding stream. These enterprises promote sustainable finance solutions to advance sport for positive social change and contribute to Olympism365, the IOC’s strategy to use sport as an important enabler of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs).

Representing Tanjun, Dey will attend the Olympism365 Summit: Sport for a Better World, which will be held in Lausanne, Switzerland, from 3 to 5 June 2025. The event will bring together representatives from the Olympic Movement, UN agencies, development and financing institutions, civil society, for-purpose business and safe sport community members who are working together to advance the UN SDGs through sport.

Dey is enthused by the chance to meet others who share Tanjun’s commitment to sport for sustainable development. “We’re looking forward to exploring opportunities for collaboration and partnership,” she says. “I would also like to learn from other projects that are being implemented around the world, and from other Olympism365 Innovation Hub initiatives and innovators.”

Find out more about World Table Tennis Day

Originally published on Rayonier.com

The world’s appetite for energy is growing exponentially, with each year’s new electricity demands exceeding Japan’s entire annual electricity consumption. In the United States alone, electricity demand is projected to rise by as much as 50 percent by the year 2040 due to growth in manufacturing, data centers and mass electrification. Amidst this surge, the need for affordable, clean energy has never been more critical. 

Solar energy is playing a growing role in shaping conversations about the future of sustainable energy.

Why Solar is a Strategic Fit for Rayonier’s Land-Based Solutions Approach

With more than 2 million acres of sustainably managed U.S. forests and nearly 100 years of land stewardship, Rayonier is uniquely positioned to strengthen the U.S. energy grid through strategic solar development.

Driven by our commitment to land-based solutions, we lease high-potential properties for solar energy development and storage.

Our expert team collaborates closely with solar developers to optimize these projects, delivering clean energy and strengthening surrounding communities through the creation of local jobs, increased tax revenue and significant economic investment.

“Renewable energy is a good fit for Rayonier,” says Rayonier Vice President of Energy Resources Rob Fancher. “Our timberlands provide a lot of environmental benefits, and renewable energy does the same thing. They’re both very long-term, focused projects. They’re both quiet, good neighbors.”

Why Solar is Important to the Growing Demand for Renewable Energy

On a macro level, solar energy enhances both the United States’ energy independence and its pursuit of energy dominance. This reliable source of domestic power reduces the nation’s need to depend on volatile global energy markets, bolstering its strategic position and global influence.

Increasing U.S. energy independence also provides more price stability for both consumers and businesses. As companies strive to meet sustainability goals and reduce operating costs, locations with robust renewable energy resources are becoming increasingly desirable for new facilities.

This trend is particularly evident in the advanced technology industry, including AI. The manufacturing industry is also a key driver of this shift, drawn to renewable energy’s cost-effectiveness and lower emissions.

​​What Research Shows About the Role of Solar

Countless studies point to clean, renewable energy as the key to meeting energy demand and reducing the impact of CO₂ in the United States:

• “After decades of innovation and cost reductions, solar is rapidly maturing, and with continued research, development, and deployment, it could potentially serve 40% or more of U.S. electricity demand.”—U.S. Department of Energy’s Solar Futures Study
• “A net-zero pathway hinges on renewables capacity tripling between now and the end of the decade.”—Bloomberg’s New Energy Outlook 2024
• “Renewable energy technologies like solar and wind are the key to reducing emissions in the electricity sector, which is today the single largest source of CO₂ emissions.”— International Energy Agency’s Net Zero by 2050 report

Rayonier’s First Solar Project

The first solar project on Rayonier land became operational in 2023. Longroad Energy’s 150 megawatt Umbriel solar project in Polk County, Texas, delivers enough clean energy to power roughly 30,000 homes, avoiding an estimated 250,000 metric tons of CO₂ emissions annually (the equivalent to taking 55,000 cars off the road). The project also is expected to generate about $13 million in tax revenue for the community.

Project Highlights:

• Clean energy output: Powers ~30,000 homes annually
• CO₂ reduction: Offsets ~250,000 metric tons of emissions each year (equal to removing 55,000 cars from the road)
• Community impact: Expected to generate ~$13 million in local tax revenue

“Solar is the fastest-growing source of energy in the U.S.,” says Longroad Energy Vice President of Origination & Development Adam Horwitz, who led the project for Longroad. “It’s an abundant source of energy…and it’s economical.”

Advancements Driving Solar Forward

Thanks to advances in technology in both building and generating solar power, the levelized cost of solar electricity dropped by more than 80 percent since 2008, according to this Berkeley Lab study and Lazard’s 2024 Levelized Cost of Energy study. Even without national and global emissions reductions targets and federal tax incentives, market forces alone are projected to propel solar and other clean energy technologies forward. Solar is also established more quickly compared to alternatives, such as gas-powered turbines, which have a 7-8 year waiting list.

How the Umbriel Project Came Together

Longroad purchased about 1,900 acres of land needed for the Polk County project and leased the remaining 583 acres from Rayonier. The energy developer developed the site, found a long-term energy buyer for the solar project, secured financing, oversaw construction and brought the project into operation.

Advantages of working with Rayonier on a Solar Project

Working with Rayonier offers advantages to solar developers, including:

• Our company’s long history as a landowner and careful stewardship of our properties.
• Strong relationships with local and state leaders as well as neighboring property owners.
• Extensive records on the land, including topography, soil types, wetland delineation, any presence of vulnerable plants and wildlife, and other data.
• A large landbase to work with in order to optimize the plan.

Our team of experts works with the solar developer to identify ideal locations that meet their needs, buildable land at scale with access to strong power markets and transmission. The team also supports the development process by assisting with site design, layout and identification of sensitive environmental areas.

Working with a single, large landowner streamlined the process for the developer, explains Longroad Landman Cody Walker:

“When you deal with multiple landowners in one area, you have different personalities, you have to manage different needs and different histories with properties to manage,” he says. “When it’s one landowner, one use, you can easily work together to make the project work for both parties.”

Taking neighbors’ concerns into account

Cody worked closely with neighbors to ensure their concerns and expectations were taken into account during the project, as well. Kim Mueck, whose family owns nearby property, says they were at first skeptical about the project.

Kim says she expected noise and traffic, but was pleased that wasn’t the case after the solar project was built.

“We got Cody’s number and, any time we needed anything, the weekends, the holidays, if there was a problem, they were there,” she says. “It turned out to be a great relationship. The road to get to our own property is way better. They did leave a tree buffer there between our property and the solar farm, so you don’t really see it.”

“Once the construction’s done and it’s here, it’s just here,” she says. “You don’t see a lot of people. It’s not noisy. There’s not a lot of traffic. Like I said, you pass through it to get to our property, but once you’re back there, you really don’t know it’s there.”

Optimizing Land for its Greatest Sustainable Purpose

The Rayonier team is trained to look carefully at all of our properties, striving to find the best possible purpose for every acre. The majority of Rayonier’s land base is best suited for forestry activities, but our business development team is trained to recognize special sites and unique characteristics that are ideal for solar, wind and other critical land-based solutions.

Only Select Land is Right for Solar

“As we evaluate the properties that are best for solar, we find that to be a very small percentage of our portfolio overall,” explains Rayonier Business Development Landman Jose Villarreal.

Rayonier estimates that only a low, single-digit percentage of its forest land may ultimately become active solar projects.

Rayonier’s properties that are especially attractive to solar companies have proximity to a population in need of the energy and convenient access to power transmission infrastructure.

While the recent ramp up in solar projects across the nation may seem expansive, the U.S. Department of Energy’s Solar Futures Study states that the most aggressive growth in solar energy development would use, at most, 10.3 million acres of land across the entire U.S. by 2050. That equates to less than 5 percent of land in all U.S. states (except for Rhode Island, which comes in at 6.5 percent).

Working with Sustainability-Centric Companies to Deliver Clean Energy

Rayonier uses a careful vetting process in determining which companies to work with to deliver clean energy. We choose to work with companies that, like us, put sustainability first; go well beyond the minimum standards to protect the environment; and treat our neighbors and communities with respect.

Choosing the Right Partners for the Long Term

“We want to work with solar development companies that share in our core values and our long-term commitments to environmental stewardship,” says Rayonier Energy Resources Manager Zan Frederick. He says his team was pleased with the steps Longroad Energy took to protect the environment around the project site.

Designing Solar Projects with a Commitment to Environmental Stewardship

While the project site encompassed about 2,500 acres, only 1,300 were developed for solar, allowing Longroad to work around sensitive features, such as streams and wetlands.

“The project from the very beginning was sited and designed to avoid and protect wetlands,” says Longroad Environmental Manager Lindsey Kester. “We had wetland ecologists survey the project area to identify those boundaries in coordination with the Army Corps of Engineers, and then our engineers sited and designed the project to avoid those boundaries. It’s a thoughtful process and it doesn’t just end with a plan. We have a whole team that ensures that that plan is in compliance through construction and operation through the life of the project.”

Construction of the solar project included the development of reservoirs, silt fences and other modalities to prevent impacts on wetlands and the surrounding area. The Longroad team also planted seed lots designed to ensure there will be vegetation such as flowering grasses on the ground year-round, stabilizing the soil.

“That vegetation includes native pollinator plant species that help enhance that environment and provide new habitat where wildlife can thrive,” Lindsey says.

You can learn more about Longroad’s approach to environmental stewardship by visiting their website here.

High Standards for the Life of the Project

Our solar leases typically span 30 years or more. When the projects come to a close, the developer will remove all materials, enabling us to resume use of the property for whatever its next highest and best use is, such as forestry.

By leasing land for solar projects on select sites, Rayonier ensures the land will be held to the same standards we hold all of our properties to: sustainable land management that will benefit our communities and planet for many years to come.

As previously seen on the CSRHub blog.

CSRHub is proud to announce that we have successfully completed our 15th B Corporation certification review, continuing a legacy that began in November 2010. Our commitment to sustainability and transparency has remained unwavering—and we’re honored to retain our B Corp status once again.

View our updated B Corp certification page →

What Being a B Corp Means to Us

From the beginning, CSRHub has aimed to be more than a “for profit” business—we’ve operated as a mission-driven organization from day one. Our vision was to offer transparent, trustworthy consensus ratings on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance, helping people evaluate companies with clarity and impact.

Becoming a B Corporation back in 2010 reflected this core mission: to use sustainability / ESG data to drive positive behavior, from corporate boardrooms to supply chains around the globe.

A Platform for Global ESG Accountability

Today, more than 50,000 professionals visit our platform each month to explore how over 60,000 organizations are performing on ESG metrics. We know our work helps shape decisions by:

• Consultants helping clients with benchmarking and ratings improvement
• Supply chain managers assessing their supply chains and value stream
• Branding and marketing teams shaping corporate narratives to improve reporting
• Investors looking to allocate capital responsibly
• Consumers and stakeholders seeking accountability

Through partnerships and integrations, CSRHub data now reaches thousands more via analytics platforms, due diligence engines, and impact research tools.

15 Reviews, 3 B Lab Versions, and Growing Standards

Our latest review was conducted under Version 6 of B Lab’s certification framework—our first review used Version 2. We’re proud to have consistently scored above the 80-point threshold in every cycle, reflecting our long-standing commitment to ESG transparency and social accountability.

“It was easier to score higher in the early years,” said Bahar Gidwani, CSRHub Co-founder. “But we’ve stayed focused on growing our impact, ingesting more than 1,000 ESG data sources and continually improving our transparency.”

Why It Still Matters

As B Lab rolls out Version 7 of its criteria, we remain committed to maintaining the high standards required for certification. For us, this isn’t just a badge—it’s a living part of our identity and our purpose.

We’ll continue building the world’s most robust ESG consensus signal, so decision-makers everywhere can see corporate behavior clearly—and help improve it.

Ready to dive deeper?

Link to full B Corp listing

About CSRHub

CSRHub offers the most comprehensive global set of Consensus ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ratings, information, and tools. CSRHub’s business intelligence system measures the ESG business impact that drives corporate and investor sustainability decisions.  Founded in 2007, CSRHub covers 58,000+ public and private companies, and provides ESG performance scores on over 38,833 companies from 134 industries in 156 countries. Our Big Data platform uses algorithms to aggregate, normalize and weight ESG metrics from 989 sources to produce a strong consensus signal on corporate sustainability performance. Interested in learning more about CSRHub? Click here.

With nearly 40% of carbon emissions coming from the built environment, the construction industry is building and renovating more and more sustainably. With innovative solutions and new construction methods, we have a whole new vocabulary that this podcast is going to decipher for you!

“Clinkerization” is the technical term for the process of producing the backbone of cement: clinker. To produce clinker, non-renewable materials are heated to very high temperatures. One of the ingredients is limestone which releases huge amounts of carbon dioxide when heated. Consequently, the process has a big environmental footprint. Revolutionizing cement production has become a burning issue for the whole construction sector.

Listen here C…for Clinkerisation, a Saint-Gobain Podcast

About Saint-Gobain

Worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group, celebrating its 360th anniversary in 2025, remains more committed than ever to its purpose “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME”.

€46.6 billion in sales in 2024
More than 161,000 employees, locations in 80 countries
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050

Every nine minutes, rabies claims a life. Each year, this deadly virus steals nearly 60,000 lives, despite being entirely preventable through vaccination.

Judith Masika from Kenya experienced this firsthand: Her husband died, due to a bite by a rabid dog. A tragedy that could have been prevented had there been better awareness.

Eliminating rabies requires a global effort and strong collaboration. Boehringer Ingelheim is working to help prevent these tragic stories through our Stop Rabies program. The program focuses on a holistic approach through three pillars: vaccination, education and surveillance. We’re collaborating with governmental and non-governmental organizations, health authorities, veterinarians, local communities, dog owners, and other partners, to Stop Rabies before it starts.

Judith’s story is a powerful reminder of why preventable diseases like rabies must be eliminated and how collaborative action can help save lives.

Find out more and explore other stories on Imagine: our sustainability story hub, where we share our commitment to sustainability and what we are doing to create a positive impact for humans, animals and our planet.

Southern Company

At a time when technological advancements are reshaping entire industries, Southern Company continues its longstanding tradition of embracing cutting-edge solutions that enhance operational efficiency, safety and maintaining industry-leading standards in delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy to customers.

An example of this commitment is the recent testing and now ongoing implementation of Aetos technology at Alabama Power’s Plant Barry and within Power Delivery, with plans for near-term expansion to other generation and power delivery sites in the Southern Company system, allowing for the visualization of complex infrastructure and efficient access to associated documentation.

By integrating the Aetos solution, Southern Company is pioneering a transformation in how facilities are operated and maintained. This technology provides engineering, operations and maintenance teams with a high-resolution digital model of a physical location. This so-called “digital twin” provides a high level of detail, enabling them to conduct virtual walkthroughs and inspections without the need for physical presence.

Teams can remotely assess equipment documentation and training materials. They can identify potential issues and plan maintenance activities with precision. Safety is potentially enhanced by reducing the need for onsite inspections when they are not an absolute requirement.

Aetos technology is equally transformative for both generation and power delivery, facilitating comprehensive mapping of substations and plant infrastructure. The digital representation serves as a valuable tool for planning upgrades, conducting inspections and responding to outages, supporting the company’s commitment to delivering reliable service to customers.

Engineers, planners and field technicians can access the same detailed models, fostering a unified approach to problem-solving and decision-making, potentially accelerating project timelines and enhancing communication. The adoption of this technology is also an example of Southern Company’s Connected Worker program, an intentional effort to connect field workers with detailed asset information including engineering, maintenance and operations documents and data, and to develop site specific training and job aids for operations team members on processes, equipment and assets.

As the global maritime industry navigates the accelerating demands of sustainability, DP World is anchoring itself at the center of change. With a footprint spanning 74 countries and over 114,000 employees, our mission – to make trade flow – carries a critical mandate: it must flow sustainably.

At the heart of this transformation lies a bold but pragmatic approach to port and vessel decarbonization. Through the “Our World, Our Future,” sustainability strategy, we are committed to decarbonizing our port terminals, logistics, and marine services by 2030. Achieving net-zero emission by 2050 is our north star. Through our work, DP World is proving that environmental leadership and operational resilience are not opposing forces, but powerful allies.

Electrification on the Front Lines of Port Decarbonization

In Vancouver, DP World’s Centerm terminal stands as a national first by providing shore power – also known as “cold ironing” – to docked vessels. There, container ships can shut down their auxiliary diesel engines and plug into the local electrical grid while berthed – cutting emissions by up to 80%. This is a model for how port electrification improves air quality for nearby communities while supporting long-term climate goals.

Centerm is not alone. Globally, our terminals are transitioning to electric cranes, yard equipment, and terminal tractors as part of our dedicated equipment electrification capital plane.

In the Dominican Republic, we became the first port operator in Latin America to develop a charging station for our electric truck fleet. The station is powered by 100% renewable energy and is used to charge our fleet of 20 fully electric internal transport vehicles (ITVs). Earlier this year, we celebrated a major sustainability milestone when the trucks traveled more than 740,000 kilometers – the equivalent of 18 zero-emission trips around the world – avoiding more than 2,400 tons of CO₂ equivalent emissions.

Around the world, we are proud to have achieved 100% renewable energy at our operations in Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Germany, the Netherlands, Serbia, and Dry Docks World in the UAE.

Internal carbon pricing now guides capital investments, ensuring environmental gains are paired with financial discipline.

Driving Emissions Down at Sea: Marine Services Innovation

While port operations evolve, DP World’s marine fleet is transforming. With over 120 vessels handling 16,000+ port calls each year, this is where small efficiency gains yield massive emissions reductions.

We’ve introduced new ships that run on cleaner-burning methanol, upgraded vessels for greater efficiency, and improved routes to achieve measurable fuel savings. In 2023, we launched the first hybrid-electric ferry in the UK, Pioneer, which runs on a combination of traditional diesel fuel and electric battery power. A second hybrid-electric ferry, Liberte, came online in 2024. We’re not betting on a single technology. From biofuels to hybrid propulsion systems, our Marine Services business is continuously testing pathways toward a low-carbon fleet.

Preparing for a Multi-Fuel Future

The transition to alternative fuels is not just about switching tanks; it’s a system-wide overhaul. We’re preparing for a landscape where methanol, ammonia, hydrogen, and liquified natural gas (LNG) coexist. This requires new infrastructure, established safety standards, and a workforce equipped for complexity.

Earlier this year, we successfully completed initial testing of a hydrogen fuel cell rubber-tired gantry (RTG) crane at the Port of Vancouver. RTG cranes are traditionally large consumers of diesel fuel, accounting for 50% of consumption in Vancouver alone. During testing, the hydrogen-powered system operated continuously for 16 hours, emitting only steam – in contrast to the 400 kg of CO₂ produced by a comparable diesel unit. On the heels of this success, we are conducting expansive field testing on the feasibility of electrifying our global RTG fleet.

DP World is also creating fueling networks and sustainable shipping routes in key hubs like Singapore and Europe. We established protocol on handling very cold fuels and transporting them seamlessly from storage to ship – ensuring safety and scalability for a clean marine fuel future.

We know this journey won’t be linear. High costs and limited availability of green fuels like methanol and ammonia are current roadblocks. But through partnerships and policy advocacy, we’re pushing to accelerate availability and affordability across our global network.

Collaboration: The Cornerstone of Global Progress

Progress at scale requires shared ambition. That’s why DP World is an active member of initiatives like the Zero Emissions Port Alliance, the First Movers Coalition, and the Maersk McKinney Moller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping.

Through these partnerships, we’re advocating for co-investment models, harmonized regulation, and infrastructure development that serves a broader vision: ports not just as gateways of commerce, but critical hubs in the world’s renewable energy supply chain.

Southern Company

At Southern Company, we respect the military community’s service and value their contributions. We take pride in being a great place to work for military and veterans, providing apprenticeship and development opportunities within our region.

When transitioning out of the Marine Corps, Corey was nervous about his next steps. He credits the DoD SkillBridge Program for preparing him for his career as an Outage Services Specialist with Southern Nuclear.

And when Jonathan began his transition from the Army to civilian life, he was surprised to discover how transferable his military skills were in finding a career. Now a UAS Pilot, Jonathan plays a crucial role in keeping our teammates safe on the job. It’s teammates like him that make us proud to be a great place to work for military members and veterans.

Southern Company is committed to the successful transition of military service members. That’s why we are proud to partner with the DoD SkillBridge Program that allows for transitioning service members to work within our organization to gain invaluable experience while learning the energy industry and how the business operates.

Learn more about the opportunities we have for the military community and their families in the link below:

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DENVER, June 18, 2025 /3BL/ – DaVita (NYSE: DVA) published its Community Care report, underpinning its long-standing commitment to corporate citizenship and highlighting strides made towards ambitious Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals set to be achieved this year. Milestones and achievements reflect calendar year 2024.

In 2020, DaVita announced broadened ESG goals and has since reported progress against its five strategic focus areas: Patient Care, Teammate Engagement, Environmental Stewardship, Healthy Communities and Leading with Integrity and Accountability. 

“This year, we’re reflecting on 25 years of patient care and progress made toward improving the health and vibrancy of the communities and people we serve,” said Javier Rodriguez, chief executive officer for DaVita. “Looking ahead to the next 25 years, I’m excited about how we’re positioned to build on these recent community health achievements to enhance the care experience for people around the world.”

The following are notable milestones detailed in the report:

Patient Care

DaVita cares for nearly 265,000 patients globally at every stage along the kidney care journey — from upstream preventative care to home dialysis, acute hospital care and supporting transplantation.

• More than 8,200 DaVita patients received a kidney transplant, the provider’s highest number of annual transplants to date.
• More than 40,000 individuals participated in a Kidney Smart® class, DaVita’s award-winning kidney disease education program, now available in over 13 languages.
• More than 15% of DaVita patients dialyzed in the comfort of their home.
• DaVita continued to advance its value-based care program, DaVita Integrated Kidney Care (IKC), which provides integrated care management services to health plans and government programs for members and beneficiaries with kidney disease.
• DaVita worked with national organizations to expand access to education and prevention resources for chronic conditions, including the YMCA and American Diabetes Association (ADA).

Teammate Engagement 

Belonging is central to DaVita’s culture, which prioritizes creating an environment that inspires teammates (employees) to make a difference every day. Supporting people to show up as their best selves at work equips the broader care community to deliver the best care experience possible to patients. 

• 84% of DaVita teammates reported they feel that they belong at DaVita. 
• Fortune, USA Today, Newsweek and more recognized DaVita as an employer of choice.
• 2,400+ teammates are pursuing or have received their nursing degree, funded by DaVita, as part of its Bridge to Your Dreams program.
• Teammates logged over 147,000 volunteerism hours, achieving DaVita’s 5-year volunteerism goal one year ahead of schedule.

Environmental Stewardship

DaVita is committed to maintaining a strong foundation of environmental stewardship to help protect the environment by embedding sustainability practices in its business operations. The organization has made meaningful progress towards its 2025 goals.

• 100% of DaVita’s global operations are on track to be matched by renewable energy purchases by 2025 via virtual power purchase agreements, including two new agreements in Europe.
• More than 75 million gallons of water were saved through water efficiency projects in 2024, achieving DaVita’s 2025 goal of saving 240 million gallons since 2021.
• DaVita was named to the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) “A List,” receiving the highest possible score.

Healthy Communities

DaVita’s commitment to community care extends beyond health care services to empowering underserved regions with critical resources and education.

• The 2024 DaVita Health Tour provided thousands of community members across the country with free health screenings and education focused on kidney health.
• Through support from the DaVita Giving Foundation, the Food is Medicine Coalition provided more than 100,000 medically tailored meals to people with food insecurity and medical nutrition needs, including individuals living with end-stage kidney disease.

Leading with Integrity & Accountability

DaVita’s purpose is to deliver exceptional care and a positive experience to patients. A key driver of the provider’s ability to deliver on that promise begins with a steady approach to compliance with policies, applicable laws and regulations and consistent behaviors. 

• 9 out of 10 members of DaVita’s Board of Directors are independent under New York Stock Exchange rules.
• 99.9% of DaVita teammates completed annual compliance training in 2024.

To learn more about DaVita’s vision for corporate citizenship or to download the full report, visit DaVita.com/CommunityCare.

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About DaVita Inc.
DaVita (NYSE: DVA) is a health care provider focused on transforming care delivery to improve quality of life for patients globally. As a comprehensive kidney care provider, DaVita has been a leader in clinical quality and innovation for 25 years. DaVita cares for patients at every stage and setting along their kidney health journey—from slowing the progression of kidney disease to helping to support transplantation, from acute hospital care to dialysis at home. As of September 30, 2024, DaVita served approximately 265,400 patients at 3,113 outpatient dialysis centers, of which 2,660 centers were located in the United States and 453 centers were located in 13 other countries worldwide. DaVita has reduced hospitalizations, improved mortality, and worked collaboratively to propel the kidney care industry to adopt an equitable and high-quality standard of care for all patients, everywhere. To learn more, visit DaVita.com/About.

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