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Authored by Cindy Bratel

Manufacturing stands at its most crucial turning point as the current production systems are reaching their limits due to being built on centuries of treating resources as infinite and waste as inevitable. The world is witnessing a fundamental shift in how things are manufactured. Every element is vital, from the energy that powers factories to material sourcing and the end-of-life process for products.

Technology can help manufacturers make the inevitable shift towards sustainability. Achieving success in this shift to sustainability depends on having a seamless integration into both business strategy and operations. Technologies like IFS Cloud have a product roadmap that helps manufacturer’s sustainability needs. Unlike traditional industries that were driven by profit alone, this transformation is pushed by multiple forces: resource scarcity, regulatory pressure, market demands and technological breakthroughs. To stay competitive, it’s important for manufacturers to understand these factors.

How sustainable manufacturing works

Sustainable manufacturing is built on the foundation of how companies design, produce and manage their operations. Manufacturers can achieve true sustainability by forming a closed-loop system where waste becomes raw material, where energy comes from renewable sources and where products are designed to be reused or remanufactured from the start. Below are the fundamental principles that guide businesses to create products that balance accountability and profit:

Resource optimization includes the efficient use of raw materials, energy and water throughout the production process. This principle focuses on maximizing value from every input while minimizing waste. It can be achieved by systemic monitoring and management of all resources entering and leaving the manufacturing process.Zero waste manufacturing aims to eliminate all forms of waste from production. To achieve waste-free processes, manufacturers should rethink traditional methods and find innovative ways to use or repurpose all materials and resources.Supply chain integration promotes collaboration across the entire supply chain to reduce environmental impacts. It involves working with suppliers, logistics partners and customers to create more sustainable product lifecycles. Shared goals and coordinated efforts are required to achieve sustainability in supply chain processes.Design for sustainability ensures environmental aspects are integrated into product development from early stages. Sustainable product design considers factors like material efficiency, energy consumption, repairability and recyclability.

What trends and technologies are transforming manufacturing

Circular economy is the path forward, promoting the use of renewable materials, minimizing waste and designing recycling products. Companies can leverage advanced recycling technologies to enable the complete breakdown and reuse of materials across product lifecycles. Manufacturers adopting circular economy practices can reduce their environmental footprints.Advanced material technologies are creating new opportunities for manufacturers. Bio-based materials, developed from renewable sources are replacing petroleum-based materials. Similarly, innovative materials with improved durability and recyclability are being developed.Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies help manufacturers with predictive analytics for resource consumption, waste reduction and energy efficiency. Moreover, these technologies can identify complex optimization opportunities across various business processes.Renewable energy systems are becoming more efficient and economically viable for manufacturers. These systems include solar, wind and hydrogen technologies. Energy storage technologies are allowing manufacturers to create more stable and reliable renewable energy systems. Similarly, microgrids enable companies to develop localized intelligent energy networks to manage energy consumption.Carbon capture and utilization technologies can now capture industrial carbon emissions and convert them into useful materials or energy sources. Traditional carbon reduction approaches are now being rejected for technologies that create economic opportunities from what was previously considered waste.Additive manufacturing reduces material waste and guides more sustainable production approaches. For instance, 3D printing technologies allow for precise material use and reduce transportation, encouraging more localized production.

Why sustainable manufacturing is a catalyst for business success

Sustainability in manufacturing provides business benefits that extend beyond environmental factors. These benefits create both immediate returns and long-term value.Sustainable manufacturing strategies contribute to financial value creation. Companies implementing any kind of sustainability program experience annual cost reductions through resource efficiency. These savings can manifest across energy consumption, material usage and waste reduction.By proactively implementing sustainable practices, manufacturers can mitigate risks comprising potential penalties and position themselves favorably with regulatory bodies. Early adoption also provides a strategic advantage in navigating regulatory compliance.Sustainable manufacturing initiatives strengthen brand equity. The improved market positioning often translates into increased market share and helps companies maintain existing customer relationships while attracting new environmentally conscious consumers.

IFS Cloud technology allows manufacturers to align their economic objectives with sustainability goals by offering tools for supply chain transparency, emissions tracking and sustainability reporting. Together, Baker Tilly and IFS provide sustainability consulting expertise with modern ERP platforms, enabling manufacturers to develop sustainability strategies supported by robust technology.

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Mastercard

As Chelsee Pettit kneeled on the floor, a bottle of Windex in one hand, a fistful of paper towels in the other, she knew one thing for certain: She had made it.

Pettit, founder of the Indigenous clothing brand Aaniin, was mopping the floors of her 6,500-square-foot pop-up at Toronto’s Eaton Centre — supported by Mastercard, it was billed as the first 100% Indigenous-owned department store in Canada — while her team rang up tens of thousands of dollars in sales. “Holy cow, this is actually working,” she recalled thinking at the time. “It was working because I was letting my team do what they needed to, making money in the space.”

Pettit’s entrepreneurial journey didn’t begin with a clear path or a traditional business plan. It wasn’t until she saw a man wearing a T-shirt with an Indigenous symbol that she felt an immediate sense of connection. Excited to learn more, Pettit, who is Anishinaabe and a member of Aamjiwnaang First Nation, approached him — only to discover the symbol was not Indigenous at all, but simply a triangle.

But this disappointment quickly turned to inspiration. “That’s when I decided to create something real,” she recalls, leading her to launch Aaniin, a brand that tells stories and connects wearers to Indigenous culture through meaningful design via QR codes on the apparel.

Aaniin, which means “hello” in Ojibwe, quickly grew into a successful venture. In 2022, Pettit was recognized as one of the inaugural recipients of the Mastercard x Pier Five Small Business Fund, helping to propel Aaniin’s growth. Today, Aaniin is a true reflection of Pettit’s vision for inclusivity, community and collaboration. The Mastercard Newsroom sat down with Pettit to learn more about her entrepreneurial journey, the lessons she’s learned and what’s next for Aaniin.

What was your journey as an entrepreneur, and how did you develop the skills that led you to start your business?

Pettit: I dropped out of three college programs before the age of 21. I just wasn’t having a lot of success with traditional schooling. The whole trajectory of going to school, getting a corporate job and then working to buy a house — it wasn’t for me. So, I decided that when I turned 18, I would drop out and get a job working at LensCrafters and Pearle Vision in the mentor department. It was the first time I was able to learn a skill and put it into practice. I was amazing at it. Within a few weeks, I was one of the best salespeople at that store. At 18, not knowing what I was doing with my life, working in retail was such a blessing. It gave me confidence and made me realize that I do have a lot of knowledge to offer — just not in traditional ways.

Three years later, I had another business idea called Intuition Business Solutions. I wanted to create a space for Indigenous representation in business consulting, not just for Indigenous businesses but for small businesses in general. I’d offer services like marketing or website redesigns for free to coffee shops, which I knew couldn’t afford them. I was still working as a store manager, so I filled my extra hours with learning new skills, like business registration. I designed logos, built websites and helped small business owners who didn’t know how to navigate these tasks.

The vision for that business idea ultimately led me to what Aaniin is today. I wanted to create an inclusive workplace where people could learn valuable skills without needing a formal education. My goal was to build an ecosystem where businesses could collaborate and support each other.

As an Indigenous female entrepreneur, what are some of the challenges you face in the business world, and how have you navigated them?

Pettit: As Indigenous people, we face many barriers — cultural appropriation, access to capital and the assumption that we should donate all our profits because we’re seen as part of a communal, socialist economy. People often think that I donate all proceeds to Indigenous charities, which is crazy. We’re a for-profit business trying to impact the Indigenous economy, and we can’t do that if we donate all of our profits.

I also knew people would place higher expectations on me as an Indigenous business owner. With manufacturing, I started this business with a $300 credit card bill. I didn’t have thousands of dollars to launch a clothing brand or hire a graphic designer. I spent every minute of my time trying to grow the brand for free because I didn’t have resources.

I think many people severely overestimate what it takes to start an Indigenous business. They don’t understand how small businesses are built in general, and they expect us to operate at a much higher standard. For example, people think we should be weaving fabrics in our backyards. I’ve had many people at markets ask if I made the T-shirts myself. I tell them, ‘No, it’s a T-shirt. There are suppliers and manufacturers for a reason — they’ve figured out how to do it. I don’t need to reinvent the wheel.’

How did you approach making your brand more accessible and inclusive for a wider audience?

Pettit: When I announced that I was starting my business, my mom, who’s Belgian and Dutch, immediately asked, ‘Can I wear this T-shirt?’ I told her, of course, it’s just a T-shirt, not regalia. She asked, ‘What if I don’t know how to pronounce it or remember what it says?’ I said, ‘Indigenous people who don’t speak the language won’t know how to pronounce it either, or what it says.’

That’s when I decided to bridge the educational gap. I wanted to take the pressure off the wearer, so they wouldn’t feel stressed about being asked what the T-shirt says. I added QR codes to all of our garments and accessories. Each design links to our translation page, where customers can see the meaning behind the designs.

You were an inaugural recipient of the Mastercard x Pier Five Small Business Fund in 2022. What motivated you to apply and how did it impact Aaniin’s success?

Pettit: At that time, I didn’t know where to start, had no money and was selling garments every day after work. I’d go out to market on weekends and sell the whole time. It was like that for about two and a half months, and I made $15,000, which was great, but there was no profit because I didn’t have proper manufacturing processes and was doing everything for free. The garments were expensive, too.

Receiving that grant was a huge boost for the business. I remember filling out the application — it was a personal experience. They weren’t asking typical grant questions like, “What will you do with the money?” or “What’s your secret sauce?” Mastercard really wanted to understand what was going on with the business. The questions felt personalized, and it seemed like they genuinely cared about the businesses, our personalities and our missions … It was the first time I was really able to step back and think big picture. As a business owner, you’re always focused on the now, so it was nice to reflect on the future.

You just finished up your four-week pop-up at the Eaton Centre in Toronto. How does it feel to break new ground in such a significant way?

Pettit: At the pop-up, nothing has changed from when I started four years ago. I was still doing everything alone, reaching out to the Eaton Centre with no money. It was a scary thing to do, but delusion was the only thing that gave me the confidence to keep moving forward. As an entrepreneur, you just get better at utilizing resources and finding faster and bigger ways to do things.

Zooming out a bit, what role do you believe small businesses play in shaping communities and driving economic growth in general?

Pettit: A huge role. Take, for example, the fact that we saw almost every single customer we ever had come back to our pop-up in the Eaton Centre. People are looking for community. People enjoyed the staff smiling, engaging with them and sharing stories about all the businesses. Our staff was called storytellers, not sales associates, because we weren’t just selling products. We were sharing the meaning and purpose behind the Indigenous brands in the store. I love focusing on product knowledge and storytelling — it’s one of my best skills.

This was one of the biggest things to prove that people want in-store experiences. They don’t want cookie-cutter retail or big-box store displays. We added personal touches to everything — merchandising, marketing and every product in the store had personality behind it. That’s something I think is severely lacking in other retailers in the mall.

Looking to the future, what are your goals for Aaniin? How do you plan to grow your brand and continue to impact the Indigenous business landscape?

Pettit: For the first time, I’m able to invest in others more than I invest in myself. Investing in my employees is massive. I’ve been doing this alone for four years, so this is the first year I have a small team to support me. Looking ahead, we might be able to do three pop-ups next holiday season, or the one after that. I’m not focused on hard timelines; I want to prioritize the quality of what we execute moving forward.

Originally published by Mastercard

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Originally published in Sysco’s 2024 Sustainability Report

One Planet One Table Assortment

Now Serving: The U.S. foodservice industry’s largest offering of sustainable and certified products.

In FY2024, we were proud to officially launch our One Planet One Table assortment in our e-commerce platform, Sysco Shop. These offerings support a growing market of customers pursuing their own sustainability initiatives and goals. This increasing demand for sustainably-focused items also fuels Sysco’s business, with One Planet One Table products demonstrating faster growth of sales and volumes compared to items outside the assortment.

Portfolio Overview

3,500+ products sourced across 15 categories, including items that are:

Backed by at least one of 20+ leading sustainability certifications and standards, including but not limited to:

– Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) 
– Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) 
– Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) 
– United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Certified Organic 
– Rainforest Alliance

Included in Sysco’s sustainability commitments for seafood or fresh produce.Plant-based alternative proteins.

Opportunities for Growth

Customers can access One Planet One Table items directly in Sysco Shop, where they can filter for specific sustainability criteria and access details on each item’s sustainability claims. We aim to build on these features to help more customers easily identify qualifying products. To do so, we’re focused on:

Enhancing transparency, with Sysco releasing National Sales item-level reporting on sustainability certifications and claims in August 2024.Upskilling our sales team by providing them with assortment-specific training and collateral.Partnering with suppliers to continually grow the assortment over time.

Assortment Highlights

The top 15 wild-caught and top five aquaculture species in our Portico Brand Seafood are part of our 2025 Sustainable Seafood Commitments. View Responsible Sourcing to learn more.Sysco and FreshPoint fresh crops, including lettuces, broccoli and tomatoes, participate in our Sustainable Produce Program, supported by the Sustainability Food Group Sustainability Standard.All baking cocoa and chocolate chip morsels in our Sysco Imperial brand are Rainforest Alliance Certified and produced under our 2025 Responsible Sourcing Guidelines.

By embracing inclusivity, we can maximize the accessibility and reach of Sysco products. With that in mind, we were proud to make Sysco Shop available in Spanish in FY2024.  Sysco’s inclusivity allows us to maximize the accessibility and reach of Sysco products and we look forward to making Sysco Shop available in additional languages in FY24.

To learn more about Sysco’s commitment to sustainability, visit our webpage.

For full details about Sysco’s 2024 Sustainability Report, visit here.

World-class equipment, technology and services company, CNH, took part in a round table on sustainable mobility organized by CEOforLIFE.

Federico Bullo, Vice President Global Portfolio Strategy, Construction Equipment, shared how CNH’s innovative solutions are advancing infrastructure for a sustainable future.

He said: “At CNH, we focus on improving construction machines while ensuring they help create smarter, cleaner cities. Our sustainability commitment reduces carbon footprints, promotes circularity, and enhances eco-efficiency – key factors in shaping the future of urban mobility. Dialogue with industry leaders is crucial for continued innovation.”

CASE machinery, including electric mini excavators, compact wheel loaders, and automation technologies, plays a vital role in building green infrastructure, such as EV charging stations, bike paths, and eco-friendly roads. Their digital solutions optimize construction sites, reduce waste, and boost efficiency.

By investing in alternative sustainable development, CNH are actively driving sustainability in construction and helping build cleaner, greener cities.

The CEOforLife Awards honour CEOs that have set new standards of excellence in their SDGs projects.

For years, the relationship between sustainability and profitability in supply chain management was viewed as a zero-sum game. Businesses operated under the assumption that environmentally responsible practices were a necessary but costly obligation — a price to pay for regulatory compliance and reputational safeguarding. That narrative is rapidly evolving.

An industry study conducted by DP World and Supply Chain Dive’s studioID polled 150 professionals in operations, supply chain, and procurement roles throughout various industries to reveal a decisive shift: 82% of respondents believe companies that prioritize supply chain sustainability experience improved financial performance over time. This data marks a critical inflection point, repositioning sustainability from a burdensome requirement to a strategic lever for financial growth, efficiency, and resilience.

These findings — and more — are captured in DP World’s report, titled “Sustainability Drives Financial Benefit Across Supply Chains,” available for download now.

The Strategic Rise of Sustainability

Sustainability is no longer a fringe concern. It has ascended the strategic priority ladder for corporations globally. According to the survey, 71% of respondents indicate their organizations have increased their focus on supply chain sustainability and decarbonization over the past three years, with 25% reporting a significant increase. This upward trajectory is set to continue, with 80% planning to increase their resource allocation towards sustainability initiatives over the next three years.

This evolution is not merely cosmetic. Companies are backing their rhetoric with resources: increased headcount, budgetary expansion, and organizational restructuring. Sarah Mouriño, Senior Director of Sustainability at DP World Americas, notes, “Sustainability has expanded to encompass diversity and inclusion, data security, and other elements that drive organizational resilience.”

Financial Gains and Competitive Advantage

While consumer demand and regulatory pressures remain drivers, financial and operational benefits are increasingly steering sustainability investments. Efficiency gains and cost reductions ranked as primary motivations, with 36% of respondents citing these factors as key drivers. Additionally, 30% view sustainability as a means to enhance supply chain resilience—a critical attribute in an era punctuated by disruptions. Nearly one-third (32%) see sustainability as a critical competitive advantage, emphasizing the strategic edge it can provide.

Morten Johansen, Chief Operating Officer of DP World Americas, emphasized this point: “As we observe the transformative shift in supply chain practices, it’s evident that sustainability is not just a trend but a foundational element for modern business strategies. This report highlights how integrating sustainability measures can serve as a catalyst for substantial improvements in both economic efficiency and strategic innovation.”

Bronwyn Pountney, Environment Manager for DP World Canada, highlighted the tangible incentives driving this shift. “The Port of Vancouver’s EcoAction Program offers shipping lines up to a 75% discount on harbor dues for utilizing shore power,” she explains. Such programs exemplify the growing synergy between environmental responsibility and cost efficiency.

Value Propositions Driving Adoption

Organizations are increasingly evaluating sustainability through a business-first lens. When assessing the adoption of supply chain sustainability initiatives, the survey identifies compliance with regulatory requirements and risk reduction as top priorities. However, cost savings through efficiency improvements—such as reduced waste, faster processes, and optimized energy consumption—resonate deeply with supply chain managers traditionally measured by cost and performance metrics.

Mouriño underscores this alignment: “Reducing emissions often results from improving operational efficiency. Once companies recognize these parallel benefits, the business case for sustainability becomes undeniable.”

Climate Concerns and Cost Pressures

Despite this momentum, concerns linger. Cost remains the most significant barrier to scaling sustainability efforts, with 65% of respondents citing it as their primary challenge. Regulatory uncertainty and operational complexity further compound hesitancy. Nonetheless, the trajectory is clear—supply chain leaders are moving forward, driven by a blend of necessity and opportunity.

Scope 3 Emissions: The Next Frontier

Perhaps the most significant development on the horizon is the focus on Scope 3 emissions—indirect emissions from suppliers and partners. While the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently paused mandatory Scope 3 reporting, other jurisdictions like California and the European Union are advancing such requirements. Forward-looking companies are not waiting.

According to the survey, leading strategies to reduce Scope 3 emissions include:

Reconfiguring supply chains through nearshoring and reshoring (25%)Collaborating with industry peers on decarbonization initiatives (25%)Reducing or replacing third-party emissions sources (23%)

These moves signify a broader transition from passive reporting to proactive transformation as companies prepare to adapt to anticipated regulations, regardless of the current SEC position.

Carbon Accounting as a Business Imperative

As organizations pursue emission reductions, carbon accounting has emerged as a foundational capability. The survey reveals that 35% of respondents are enhancing collaboration between accounting and supply chain departments to improve carbon data accuracy. Investment in emission-tracking systems and the setting of reduction targets are also gaining traction.

Transportation — a major emission source — is under particular scrutiny. Companies are adopting multimodal solutions, shifting from air to sea freight, and exploring alternative fuels. Apple’s transition from air to ocean freight, cutting emissions by 95%, is a widely cited benchmark. UPS, similarly, has made strides toward using 40% alternative fuel by 2025.

Partnerships: A Sustainability Multiplier

Collaboration is proving indispensable. Supplier sustainability credentials are now pivotal in partnership evaluations, with 46% of respondents stating that a partner’s decarbonization capabilities significantly influence supplier selection.

Pountney points to DP World’s initiatives in Vancouver, where low-carbon fuels and electrified port equipment are transforming container operations. “When partners see us reducing our Scope 1 and 2 emissions, they realize we can help reduce their Scope 3 footprint,” she says. “It’s a win-win.”

Suppliers are increasingly viewed as sustainability enablers. Key expectations include:

Reducing transportation emissions (37%)Developing energy-efficient products and materials (35%)Implementing carbon reduction measures within their operations (31%)

The Road Ahead

The DP World survey findings signal a paradigm shift. Sustainability is no longer a corporate social responsibility checkbox. It is an engine for growth, efficiency, and resilience. Companies that integrate sustainability into their supply chain DNA will be best positioned to navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving global economy.

As Mouriño aptly concludes, “The business benefits are becoming more widely acknowledged. This evolution will only accelerate.”

The future of supply chains is green — and increasingly, it is also profitable.

Download “Sustainability Drives Financial Benefit Across Supply Chains” today.

Survey Methodology

DP World collaborated with Supply Chain Dive to conduct an online survey, polling 150 respondents in operations, supply chain, and procurement roles across various industries. The respondents represented a diverse range of sectors, including industrial manufacturing (39%), healthcare/hospitals (20%), consumer products manufacturing (9%), and technology (9%). The largest segment of respondents came from organizations with annual revenues between $101M-$500M (19%), followed by $51M-$100M (16%), and $1.1B-$10B (15%). The survey respondents were based in the United States and Canada.

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Originally published in FedEx’s 2024 Global Economic Impact Report

Delivering a more sustainable future

FedEx works hard every day to make global supply chains smarter for everyone by leveraging advanced technologies to help optimize logistics. These efforts have a natural alignment with the company’s longstanding work to improve the efficiency and sustainability of its operations. 

Between FY 2009 and FY 2023, FedEx reduced its carbon dioxide equivalent emissions intensity on a revenue basis by 48%, even as volume grew by 121%. Further, the company continues to address the challenges presented by climate change as it works toward a goal of carbon neutral global operations by 2040, guided by our strategy: decarbonize what’s possible, co-create with purpose, and neutralize what’s left. 

FedEx is determined to continue making progress on its operational goals while also providing direct investments and advocacy to promote sustainable technologies and practices that will help transform the transportation and logistics sector.37

Transportation fleets and fuels 
Electrification offers a significant opportunity to reduce the environmental impact of the FedEx global fleet, which includes more than 200,000 motorized vehicles across several vehicle classes. FedEx has set a goal of transitioning its entire parcel pickup and delivery (PUD) fleet to zero-tailpipe emission vehicles by 2040. In addition to these fleet electrification efforts, FedEx is working to reduce emissions from road and air transport by incorporating cost-effective alternative fuels and modernizing its fleet.

In FY 2024, FedEx added EVs in several markets, including EVs and zero-tailpipe emission motorcycles in Brazil, and dozens of EVs across markets like Canada, Chile, Spain, the UK, the Netherlands, the UAE, and U.S. Since first deploying EVs in Mainland China in 2018, FedEx has electrified 20% of its PUD fleet in the country. In February 2024, FedEx made history by completing the first delivery of a cross-border package via an EV from Malaysia to Singapore. The historic journey was 252 miles and avoided approximately 220 pounds of tailpipe CO2 emissions when compared to making the same journey with a diesel-powered van. The attempt was recognized by the Malaysian Book of Records for “First Malaysian Zero Emission Cross-Border Delivery.” FedEx continued to build out charging stations at its facilities worldwide in FY 2024 — including the U.S., Spain, Canada, the UK, and the UAE — to support the ongoing electrification of its parcel PUD fleet and to enable greater EV adoption by the company’s independent service providers. FedEx expanded its fleet of e-cargo bikes in FY 2024, adding eight four-wheeled e-cargo bikes in the UK to replace six conventional diesel vans, introducing five commercial electric tricycles to its PUD fleet in Taiwan, and a new e-cargo bike model in Canada.In 2023 and early 2024, FedEx Freight in the U.S. took delivery of 36 Class 7 and 8 heavy-duty EV trucks. To expand its use of low-carbon fuels, FedEx launched a trial for long-haul vehicles running on hydrotreated vegetable oil, a renewable diesel, in the UK. FedEx continues to pursue its ongoing air fleet modernization strategy, which replaces older aircraft with more fuel-efficient models to reduce GHG emissions, air pollution, and local noise pollution. In FY 2024, FedEx permanently retired 31 jet aircraft from the company’s fleet. The company also added 10 new 767s and four new 777s, which are more fuel efficient than the aircraft they replaced. Since 2005, these fleet modernization efforts have helped reduce the overall emissions intensity of the FedEx air fleet by 29%, as of FY 2023. 

Sustainable facilities 
When building or expanding facilities, FedEx includes programs and technology to manage waste, conserve water, and reduce the carbon footprint of its operations.

In addition to the facilities and projects highlighted in the regional spotlight sections of this report, other notable projects from FY 2024 include:

FedEx opened its refurbished gateway at the Adolfo SuárezMadrid Barajas Airport, which includes a 156-panel solar array that is estimated to produce approximately 95 megawatt hours of electricity annually. The panels will produce about 17% of the facility’s energy needs. Other sustainable features include LED lighting and a smart water management system to reduce water use.FedEx in Mainland China launched a “GoGreen” contest —  in which more than 11,000 FedEx team members participated — to save water, electricity, fuel, and paper in day-to-day operations.FedEx opened its Asia Pacific headquarters in Singapore, using green-certified renovation products. About 80% of the new materials meet local certification standards. Additionally, the building features energy-efficient electrical fixtures and automatic lighting controls to reduce energy consumption.FedEx China’s new headquarters in Shanghai, which opened in January 2024, utilizes a variety of leading energy-saving technologies and facilities, notably LED sensor lights in work areas that automatically adjust lighting levels based on employee density and needs. The facility is LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certified.In Thailand, FedEx collaborated with N15 Technology to turn more than 120 kilograms of waste — such as plastic wrap, label stickers, and paper cores — into refuse-derived fuel. In Morwell, Australia, FedEx opened a new shipping station equipped with sustainable building features to reduce impact on the environment, including energy-saving LED lighting and a system to collect and reuse rainwater on site.

Empowering customers and communities 
Along with efforts to reduce the environmental impact of its business operations, FedEx also provides tools to empower customers that are working toward their own sustainability goals and deploys resources to support emerging climate technology solutions and more sustainable communities. 

First launched in the U.S. in May 2023, FedEx® Sustainability Insights is now available in 34 languages and in more than 100 markets around the world. The tool allows customers to estimate the carbon footprint of their eligible shipments within the FedEx network, supporting their own emissions reporting. FedEx and the World Resources Institute have been teaming up since 2010 to create what is now the Mobility and Accessibility Program (MAP). MAP is helping cities around the world transform their public transportation systems, making them safer, more efficient, and more sustainable. Now in its 15th year, MAP has impacted more than 23 million people while avoiding over 1 million MT CO2e. Key programs include the expansion of Mobility-as-aService into Shanghai, supporting India’s pledge of 50,000 electric buses by 2027, and significantly improving accessibility and safety with 2,000 new bus shelters in two Brazilian cities. For the second year in a row, FedEx funded EIT Climate-KIC’s Sustainable Cities Mobility Challenge in Europe. In FY 2024, five cities across Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, and the UK were selected to receive funding for projects that support the transition toward cleaner, greener, and more people-friendly transport.  

For more information on FedEx sustainability efforts worldwide, see the 2024 ESG Report.

37 This section includes a preview of FedEx sustainability achievements and advancements from FY 2024. A comprehensive summary of enterprise-wide sustainability data for FY 2024 will become available in the next iteration of the FedEx ESG Report, set to be published in CY 2025.

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With the generosity of customers and team members, Albertsons Companies’ Shaw’s and Star Market division raised $40,000 to help the Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston address food insecurity in this year’s Sacking Hunger donation program. In addition to the donations made, PepsiCo and the Shaw’s & Star Market Foundation’s Nourishing Neighbors initiative donated $1,000 for every New England sack this football season. Recently, we were joined by 98.5 The Sports Hub play-by-play broadcaster, Bob Socci, as we presented our friends at the Boys & Girls Club with a donation check for $40,000.

See original post on LinkedIn and read more about Albertsons Companies and our Recipe for Change on our website.

RESTON, Va., February 18, 2025 /3BL/ – Leidos (NYSE:LDOS) announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, QTC Medical Services, operating under the brand name Leidos QTC Health Services, has been awarded a contract by the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) for performing medical disability examination services in regions 1-4.

“With more than 1 million examination cases delivered in 2024, Leidos QTC Health Services continues to drive innovation and increase program efficiency for the VBA,” said Liz Porter, Leidos Health & Civil Sector president. “These veteran disability compensation and pension exams provide a vital service to those who have sacrificed so much for our nation.”

Leidos QTC Health Services has supported the VBA continually since 1998, expanding services to an average of 63,000 veterans per month. Continuous innovations have generated far greater program efficiency, including infusing artificial intelligence and machine learning to augment processing.

Leidos QTC Health Services also expanded its fleet of mobile health clinics to provide better access to services for veterans in rural locations and for those who are homebound. These and other program improvements are allowing the VBA to provide smarter, more effective exam services for veterans.

Under the new short-term indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity, or IDIQ, contract, Leidos will provide the exams and associated case administration services nationwide, including claimant communication, appointment scheduling, provider training, system interfaces with VBA IT systems, and medical records management. With a period of performance of one year and one optional year, the contract includes performance-based measures of exam production, average days to complete, average days pending, quality of service, and customer satisfaction evaluations.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 48,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023. For more information, visit www.leidos.com.

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The report identifies the key global players in environmental & sustainability (E&S) consulting by E&S consulting revenue for FY 2023. 

ST. PAUL, Minn., February 18, 2025 /3BL/ – Antea Group USA is honored to announce we are ranked #19 in Environment Analyst’s latest Global Environmental & Sustainability Consulting Market Assessment.

The report researched and curated by Environment Analyst, a leading membership community and provider of business intelligence to the global environmental services sector, identifies the leading global consultancies in environmental and sustainability (E&S) consulting sector based on their E&S consulting revenue from financial year 2023. The state-of-the-industry study provides a window into market dynamics, competitor rankings, revenue breakdowns, M&A insights and growth opportunities.

“To continue earning our place on this list year after year – despite the challenging and uncertain market – is testament to the value, expertise, and dedication that our team brings to our clients,” shared Raimond Baumans, Chief Marketing Officer at Antea Group USA. “We remain dedicated to our journey to creating a cleaner, safer, more sustainable world and it’s an honor to earn achievements and recognition along the way.”

Also included in the list is Inogen Alliance with a ranking of #32. Inogen Alliance, co-founded by Antea Group in 2001 to better serve global clients, is a global network of partnering consultancies that provide multinational organizations with consistent, high-quality, and cost-effective environmental, health, safety and sustainability solutions. Our collective ranking when combined with Inogen Alliance would put us together at #14 globally.

The report is based on data compiled for 35 of the leading international E&S consulting firms, who totalled a combined revenue of $35.3bn in 2023, and together account for 65% of the global E&S consulting market.

The latest data from the Global 35, or ‘G35’, leading companies featured in the report is based on their figures for the latest fiscal year end, submitted via our annual survey and verification process (and/or estimated based on publicly available annual reports and public information sources where there are data gaps). For all the G35 firms analysed, the data is based on their financial year ending in 2023 (2024 for the companies with FY ending in March).

Environment Analyst’s definition of environmental sustainability consulting (E&S) is: “The provision of specialist technical, management, risk, analytics and strategic advisory services to help organizations understand, manage, and minimize their impacts to protect and enhance the environment and communities, and proactively respond to climate change, the nature crisis and associated impacts”.

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About Antea Group USA 

Antea®Group USA is an environment, health, safety, and sustainability consulting firm. By combining strategic thinking and multidisciplinary perspectives with technical expertise and pragmatic action, we do more than effectively solve client challenges; we deliver sustainable results for a better future. We work in partnership with and advise many of the world’s most sustainable companies to address ESG-business challenges in a way that fits their pace and unique objectives. Our consultants equip organizations to better understand threats, capture opportunities and find their position of strength. Lastly, we maintain a global perspective on ESG issues through our work with multinational clients, our sister organizations in Europe, Asia, and Latin America and as a founding member of the Inogen Alliance. Learn more at us.anteagroup.com.

About Environment Analyst 

Environment Analyst is a leading membership community and provider of business intelligence to the global environmental services sector. Environment Analyst has a global membership community of over 22,000 sustainability professionals. Membership includes access to their entire market intelligence library, which features bespoke market intelligence reports, data-sets, interactive dashboards and competitor analysis profiles, plus business news and insights.

Environment Analyst also hosts networking opportunities for sustainability business leaders to come together in closed-group forums, and larger-scale in-person Sustainability Summits.

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In our latest Sustainability Report, we share details about our benefits program, which is designed to attract, recognize and encourage quality performance and meaningful contributions from our employees.

Key Benefits

Health Benefits – Medical, dental and vision plans with covered annual preventive examsHealth Savings Account (HSA) – Tax-advantaged savings with a company contributionBasic Life and Accident Insurances, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability – Provided at no cost to all employees beginning on their first dayEmployee Assistance Program – Free counseling, identity protection and moreRetirement Benefits – Company-funded pension and 401(k) savings plan with 7% employer matchPaid Sick Leave – Seven days of paid time off each calendar yearVacation – Three to six weeks paid time off each calendar yearPaid Parental Leave – 10 to 12 weeks for birthing parent, four weeks for nonbirthing parentAdoption Assistance – Helping pay for adoptionFamily Leave – Unpaid time off for certain family, personal and medical reasonsEducation Reimbursement – Financial assistance for approved degree programs, certifications and licensingScholars Program – Competitive college scholarships for children of employees and retireesRelocation – Relocation assistance to help make the transition as easy as possibleGiving and Volunteerism – Company match for qualified giving and volunteer incentive program

Benefit Enhancements 

We recently enhanced our benefit programs in many ways to support all employees across different phases of life.

Focus on Families 

Expanded our existing coverage for fertility treatmentsIncreased adoption assistance to $10,000 per adoptionIntroduced a new surrogacy assistance benefit that reimburses up to $20,000 for qualifying surrogacy expensesExtended paid physical recovery time for birth mothers, while continuing to provide four paid weeks of bonding time for all new parents

Mental and Emotional Well-Being 

Increased to 10 free counseling sessions per issue through our Employee Assistance Program, a benefit that extends to each household memberExpanded our clinical and emotional support programs beyond expectant parents to include family building (fertility, adoption and surrogacy), post-delivery maternity care, parenting support and menopause support

Financial Well-Being 

Expanded options for earning our 7% Thrift 401(k) Plan match to include qualified student loan payments, allowing employees to save for retirement by paying down student debtAdded a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to increase tax savings opportunities for employees with eligible childcare and/or elder care needs

For more information on employee benefits, visit MyMPCBenefits.com.