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January 13, 2025 /3BL/ – Qurate Retail GroupSM, which comprises six leading retail brands – QVC®, HSN®, Ballard Designs®, Frontgate®, Garnet Hill® and Grandin Road® – has been recognized on Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2025. A world leader in video commerce (“vCommerce”), Qurate Retail Group ranked 28 out of 77 in the retail & consumer goods industry, and among the top 200 companies overall. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek in collaboration with Statista, the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.

America’s Most Responsible Companies honors the top 600 most responsible companies in the United States, spanning 14 industries, for their commitment to making a positive impact on their community and the environment. The ranking focuses on a holistic view of corporate responsibility that considers all three pillars of ESG: Environment, Social, and Corporate Governance. The analysis is based on two metrics:

Quantitative data from KPI (key performance indicator) research: More than 30 KPIs from the across the three areas of ESG were considered for the ranking.The CSR reputation of each company derived from an extensive survey of 26,000 U.S. residents, assessing the public’s perception of each company’s social responsibility efforts.

Earlier in 2024, Qurate Retail Group announced significant advancements made toward its public goals, further emphasizing the critical role the company plays in protecting the environment, championing empowerment and belonging, and curating product responsibly. A few highlights include:

Reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 36% from a 2018 baseline, in support of a 50% reduction goal by 2030.Surpassed goal to spotlight 500 underrepresented small businesses two years early.Published annual list of names and addresses of Tier 1 factories that produce direct-sourced products sold by QVC and HSN1 to promote supply chain transparency.

The collective advancements made underscore Qurate Retail Group’s Global Impact team focus to embed inclusion, sustainability, and social responsibility into all aspects of the business by inspiring a more sustainable way to retail through actions that accelerate business growth and positively impact employees, customers, communities, business partners, and the planet.

To learn more about Qurate Retail Group’s Corporate Responsibility initiatives and summary reports, visit: www.qurateretailgroup.com/lp/corporate-responsibility.

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1 This list includes factories involved in the manufacturing and/or assembly of finished products in the apparel and home categories, sold at retail by QVC and HSN. Where existing contractual or other restrictions or considerations may preclude certain factory names and addresses from publication, we expect to work with any such business partners to secure necessary approvals.

About Qurate Retail Group: 

Qurate Retail GroupSM comprises six leading retail brands – QVC®, HSN®, Ballard Designs®, Frontgate®, Garnet Hill® and Grandin Road® – all dedicated to providing a more human way to shop. Qurate Retail Group is the largest player in video commerce (“vCommerce”), which includes video-driven shopping across linear TV, ecommerce sites, digital streaming and social platforms. The retailer reaches more than 200 million homes worldwide via 15 television channels, which are widely available on cable/satellite TV, free over-the-air TV, and FAST and other digital livestreaming TV. The retailer also reaches millions of customers via its QVC+ and HSN+ streaming experience, websites, mobile apps, social pages, print catalogs, and in-store destinations. Qurate Retail Group combines shopping and entertainment to curate products, experiences, conversations and communities for millions of highly discerning shoppers. Headquartered in West Chester, Pa., Qurate Retail Group has team members in the U.S., the U.K., Germany, Japan, Italy, Poland and China. For more information, visit qurateretailgroup.com or follow Qurate Retail Group on YouTube or LinkedIn. 

Qurate Retail, Inc. (NASDAQ: QRTEA, QRTEB, QRTEP) is a Fortune 500 company that includes the Qurate Retail Group portfolio of brands as well as other minority interests.

About Statista: 

Statista publishes hundreds of worldwide industry rankings and company listings with high-profile media partners. This research and analysis service is based on the success of statista.com, the leading data and business intelligence portal that provides statistics, business-relevant data, and various market and consumer studies and surveys.

CAMDEN, N.J., January 13, 2025 /3BL/ – Subaru of America, Inc., in partnership with Operation Warm® today announced its continued efforts to help children in urgent need through the Subaru Loves to Help® initiative. This season, Subaru and its retailers will provide brand-new coats, shoes and socks to more than 130,000 children across the country, visiting homeless shelters and support agencies to coordinate gifting events.

As the largest automotive sponsor of Operation Warm, Subaru understands that essential clothing provides warmth and comfort and just as importantly, instills confidence and emotional well-being. Through gifting events sponsored by more than 630 Subaru retailers around the country, children will personally select their new pieces of clothing, which have been updated with new designs and colors this year to keep pace with national trends.

Alan Bethke, Senior Vice President of Marketing, Subaru of America, Inc.: “Kids grow out of clothing about every six months, so for those in urgent need situations a coat and shoes that fit cannot be taken for granted. As part of our commitment to being ‘More Than a Car Company,’ we are working to make sure that these children feel strong, confident, and prepared for the day.”

By the end of this year’s initiative, Subaru will have helped more than 900,000 children and adults in urgent need situations through historical Subaru Loves to Help efforts. Supporting Operation Warm’s mission to provide “More Than a Coat®,” Subaru and its retailers will go beyond simply donating the brand-new necessities that children deserve.

Grace Sica, Executive Director of Operation Warm: “For many children around the country, coats, shoes, and socks provide much more than physical warmth; they’re a boost to the emotional well-being of the child and allow them to have the confidence to succeed in school. Often, these items can mean the difference between going to school and participating inside and outside of the classroom, and we’re incredibly grateful to be teaming up with Subaru for the second year in a row to continue to help as much as possible.”

To learn more about Operation Warm, visit www.operationwarm.org/. For more information about the Subaru Loves to Help initiative, please visit subaru.com/help and follow #SubaruLovestoHelp.

About Operation Warm 

Operation Warm is a respected national nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering warmth, confidence, and hope among underserved children through essential programs that connect them to vital community resources. For over 25 years, Operation Warm and our esteemed supporters have utilized the powerful gift of brand-new coats and other essential clothing items to empower children and families in need. Our mission reaches beyond providing warmth; we strive to connect underserved kids to community resources needed to thrive. Together, we are transforming lives and making a lasting impact on communities across the nation. To get involved, visit www.operationwarm.org.

About Subaru of America, Inc. 

Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Subaru Corporation of Japan. Headquartered at a zero-landfill office in Camden, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru vehicles, parts, and accessories through a network of more than 630 retailers across the United States. All Subaru products are manufactured in zero-landfill plants and Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. is the only U.S. automobile manufacturing plant to be designated a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. SOA is guided by the Subaru Love Promise, which is the company’s vision to show love and respect to everyone, and to support its communities and customers nationwide. Over the past 20 years, SOA and the SOA Foundation have donated more than $300 million to causes the Subaru family cares about, and its employees have logged nearly 88,000 volunteer hours. As a company, Subaru believes it is important to do its part in making a positive impact in the world because it is the right thing to do. For additional information visit media.subaru.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

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Diane Anton 
Corporate Communications Manager 
(856) 488-5093 
danton@subaru.com

Adam Leiter 
Corporate Communications Specialist 
(856) 488-8668 
aleiter@subaru.com

CAMDEN, N.J., January 13, 2025 /3BL/ – Subaru of America, Inc., in partnership with Operation Warm® today announced its continued efforts to help children in urgent need through the Subaru Loves to Help® initiative. This season, Subaru and its retailers will provide brand-new coats, shoes and socks to more than 130,000 children across the country, visiting homeless shelters and support agencies to coordinate gifting events.

As the largest automotive sponsor of Operation Warm, Subaru understands that essential clothing provides warmth and comfort and just as importantly, instills confidence and emotional well-being. Through gifting events sponsored by more than 630 Subaru retailers around the country, children will personally select their new pieces of clothing, which have been updated with new designs and colors this year to keep pace with national trends.

Alan Bethke, Senior Vice President of Marketing, Subaru of America, Inc.: “Kids grow out of clothing about every six months, so for those in urgent need situations a coat and shoes that fit cannot be taken for granted. As part of our commitment to being ‘More Than a Car Company,’ we are working to make sure that these children feel strong, confident, and prepared for the day.”

By the end of this year’s initiative, Subaru will have helped more than 900,000 children and adults in urgent need situations through historical Subaru Loves to Help efforts. Supporting Operation Warm’s mission to provide “More Than a Coat®,” Subaru and its retailers will go beyond simply donating the brand-new necessities that children deserve.

Grace Sica, Executive Director of Operation Warm: “For many children around the country, coats, shoes, and socks provide much more than physical warmth; they’re a boost to the emotional well-being of the child and allow them to have the confidence to succeed in school. Often, these items can mean the difference between going to school and participating inside and outside of the classroom, and we’re incredibly grateful to be teaming up with Subaru for the second year in a row to continue to help as much as possible.”

To learn more about Operation Warm, visit www.operationwarm.org/. For more information about the Subaru Loves to Help initiative, please visit subaru.com/help and follow #SubaruLovestoHelp.

About Operation Warm 

Operation Warm is a respected national nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering warmth, confidence, and hope among underserved children through essential programs that connect them to vital community resources. For over 25 years, Operation Warm and our esteemed supporters have utilized the powerful gift of brand-new coats and other essential clothing items to empower children and families in need. Our mission reaches beyond providing warmth; we strive to connect underserved kids to community resources needed to thrive. Together, we are transforming lives and making a lasting impact on communities across the nation. To get involved, visit www.operationwarm.org.

About Subaru of America, Inc. 

Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Subaru Corporation of Japan. Headquartered at a zero-landfill office in Camden, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru vehicles, parts, and accessories through a network of more than 630 retailers across the United States. All Subaru products are manufactured in zero-landfill plants and Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. is the only U.S. automobile manufacturing plant to be designated a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. SOA is guided by the Subaru Love Promise, which is the company’s vision to show love and respect to everyone, and to support its communities and customers nationwide. Over the past 20 years, SOA and the SOA Foundation have donated more than $300 million to causes the Subaru family cares about, and its employees have logged nearly 88,000 volunteer hours. As a company, Subaru believes it is important to do its part in making a positive impact in the world because it is the right thing to do. For additional information visit media.subaru.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

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Diane Anton 
Corporate Communications Manager 
(856) 488-5093 
danton@subaru.com

Adam Leiter 
Corporate Communications Specialist 
(856) 488-8668 
aleiter@subaru.com

Las Vegas Sands

The 2024 Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit presented by Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) and Sands in November delivered an action-packed agenda that showcased updates from the state’s leading youth homelessness stakeholders, insights from experts in related fields and input from youth with lived experience of homelessness, setting the stage for work on the state’s first stand-alone plan to end youth homelessness.

Plan development is slated to begin after the June 2025 completion of the statewide Youth Experiencing Homelessness Study, which will provide definitive insights to form strategies and pathways.

“I hope Summit attendees were inspired by the heartening stories while being made aware of the challenges young people are facing, as well as motivated by the progress being made in many areas,” Arash Ghafoori, CEO of NPHY, said. “We must continue to drive lasting, sustainable change in our state because every young person deserves to have a safe place to call home, the resources they need to heal from the crises they’ve faced, and the foundation to thrive.”

Las Vegas Mayor Pro Tem Brian Knudsen welcomed attendees, followed by opening remarks from Sands executive director of corporate communications Kristin Koca.

Ghafoori then set the tone for the day by reminding attendees that without systemic change youth experiencing homelessness have a higher risk for substance abuse, unwanted pregnancies, dropping out of high school, victimization, chronic mental and physical health problems, and homelessness as adults. He outlined recent achievements from the Movement to End Youth Homelessness and shared the statewide coalition’s 2025 goals, which include:

Implementing the Youth Homelessness Systems Improvement grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)Creating a statewide youth action boardWorking with the Southern Nevada Homelessness Continuum of Care to launch the Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program, another HUD program to support selected communities in developing and implementing coordinated community approaches to prevent and end youth homelessnessBringing the Movement Institute advocacy training series to Northern NevadaLaunching a research, policy and advocacy department at NPHY to further catalyze the Movement’s progress

During the morning session, regional representatives from across Nevada, including northern, southern, rural and tribal communities, provided updates on recent work, accomplishments and challenges. Stakeholders noted both progress and challenges faced in the past year.

In Northern Nevada, youth homelessness organization Eddy House is opening a first-of-its-kind 36-unit apartment complex for youth, but tribal communities are facing the threat of closure of the Stepping Stones Emergency Youth Shelter, which would eliminate the only resource of its kind for tribal youth.

In Southern Nevada, youth homelessness increased by 34% over the past year, and many young people continue to seek mental health support the homelessness service system cannot provide alone. In rural Nevada, the lack of services for homeless youth is compounded by the intersection with other social challenges, such as an increase in opioid use among young people.

Young leaders with lived experience of homelessness presented a recap of focus groups held with youth experiencing homelessness. Key insights included the mental health issues youth carry from challenging family dynamics that can include abuse, substance use, poverty and incarceration. Youth also cited common barriers to services, including accessing information about housing, unrealistic program requirements, long waiting periods for resources, as well as fear of being judged or treated indifferently by case managers.

A legislative panel featured representatives from city, county and statewide government who discussed a variety of issues and opportunities, including how organizations and stakeholders can best work with their local and statewide government leaders to present their needs, noting that storytelling to frame the issue is an important element to help lawmakers who are stretched with time and resources.

The youth creative showcase, which has become one of the Summit’s most impactful elements, closed the morning’s general session. Youth with lived experiences of homelessness shared their stories through fashions they created during a multi-week course on fashion design curated by Kevin Smith, founder and lead educator of the Trade and Fashion Academy Las Vegas.

In addition to the fashion component, one young leader performed two songs she had written about her experiences, and youth in Northern Nevada worked with a local ice cream company to make spicy ice cream flavors in keeping with the Summit’s Igniting Change theme. Following a video of their ice cream project during the art showcase, attendees enjoyed the two flavors at lunch.

The afternoon’s breakout sessions featured rich discussions focused on problem-solving with topics spanning the Statewide Youth Experiencing Homelessness Study, the Nevada Interagency Council on Homelessness to Housing Strategic Plan, the Homeless Youth Handbook, Youth-Led Playbook for Transforming Systems and Empowering Communities, the 2025 Nevada Legislative Session, the intersection of climate change and homelessness, and mindfulness practices for service providers and youth experiencing homelessness.

Summit 2024 was presented by NPHY and Sands with support from the UNLV Greenspun College of Urban Affairs and the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Youth homelessness is one of Sands’ top community engagement priorities in Las Vegas, and the company’s support now spans a decade and more than $2.6 million in funding for NPHY and the Movement to End Youth Homelessness. NPHY and Sands established the Summit in 2017 to address the high incidence of youth homelessness in Nevada, which continues to be a major statewide issue.

To learn more about the Movement to End Youth Homelessness and view Summit 2024 presentations that will be posted in the coming weeks, visit https://nphy.org/themovement/. 

Las Vegas Sands

The 2024 Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit presented by Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) and Sands in November delivered an action-packed agenda that showcased updates from the state’s leading youth homelessness stakeholders, insights from experts in related fields and input from youth with lived experience of homelessness, setting the stage for work on the state’s first stand-alone plan to end youth homelessness.

Plan development is slated to begin after the June 2025 completion of the statewide Youth Experiencing Homelessness Study, which will provide definitive insights to form strategies and pathways.

“I hope Summit attendees were inspired by the heartening stories while being made aware of the challenges young people are facing, as well as motivated by the progress being made in many areas,” Arash Ghafoori, CEO of NPHY, said. “We must continue to drive lasting, sustainable change in our state because every young person deserves to have a safe place to call home, the resources they need to heal from the crises they’ve faced, and the foundation to thrive.”

Las Vegas Mayor Pro Tem Brian Knudsen welcomed attendees, followed by opening remarks from Sands executive director of corporate communications Kristin Koca.

Ghafoori then set the tone for the day by reminding attendees that without systemic change youth experiencing homelessness have a higher risk for substance abuse, unwanted pregnancies, dropping out of high school, victimization, chronic mental and physical health problems, and homelessness as adults. He outlined recent achievements from the Movement to End Youth Homelessness and shared the statewide coalition’s 2025 goals, which include:

Implementing the Youth Homelessness Systems Improvement grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)Creating a statewide youth action boardWorking with the Southern Nevada Homelessness Continuum of Care to launch the Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program, another HUD program to support selected communities in developing and implementing coordinated community approaches to prevent and end youth homelessnessBringing the Movement Institute advocacy training series to Northern NevadaLaunching a research, policy and advocacy department at NPHY to further catalyze the Movement’s progress

During the morning session, regional representatives from across Nevada, including northern, southern, rural and tribal communities, provided updates on recent work, accomplishments and challenges. Stakeholders noted both progress and challenges faced in the past year.

In Northern Nevada, youth homelessness organization Eddy House is opening a first-of-its-kind 36-unit apartment complex for youth, but tribal communities are facing the threat of closure of the Stepping Stones Emergency Youth Shelter, which would eliminate the only resource of its kind for tribal youth.

In Southern Nevada, youth homelessness increased by 34% over the past year, and many young people continue to seek mental health support the homelessness service system cannot provide alone. In rural Nevada, the lack of services for homeless youth is compounded by the intersection with other social challenges, such as an increase in opioid use among young people.

Young leaders with lived experience of homelessness presented a recap of focus groups held with youth experiencing homelessness. Key insights included the mental health issues youth carry from challenging family dynamics that can include abuse, substance use, poverty and incarceration. Youth also cited common barriers to services, including accessing information about housing, unrealistic program requirements, long waiting periods for resources, as well as fear of being judged or treated indifferently by case managers.

A legislative panel featured representatives from city, county and statewide government who discussed a variety of issues and opportunities, including how organizations and stakeholders can best work with their local and statewide government leaders to present their needs, noting that storytelling to frame the issue is an important element to help lawmakers who are stretched with time and resources.

The youth creative showcase, which has become one of the Summit’s most impactful elements, closed the morning’s general session. Youth with lived experiences of homelessness shared their stories through fashions they created during a multi-week course on fashion design curated by Kevin Smith, founder and lead educator of the Trade and Fashion Academy Las Vegas.

In addition to the fashion component, one young leader performed two songs she had written about her experiences, and youth in Northern Nevada worked with a local ice cream company to make spicy ice cream flavors in keeping with the Summit’s Igniting Change theme. Following a video of their ice cream project during the art showcase, attendees enjoyed the two flavors at lunch.

The afternoon’s breakout sessions featured rich discussions focused on problem-solving with topics spanning the Statewide Youth Experiencing Homelessness Study, the Nevada Interagency Council on Homelessness to Housing Strategic Plan, the Homeless Youth Handbook, Youth-Led Playbook for Transforming Systems and Empowering Communities, the 2025 Nevada Legislative Session, the intersection of climate change and homelessness, and mindfulness practices for service providers and youth experiencing homelessness.

Summit 2024 was presented by NPHY and Sands with support from the UNLV Greenspun College of Urban Affairs and the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Youth homelessness is one of Sands’ top community engagement priorities in Las Vegas, and the company’s support now spans a decade and more than $2.6 million in funding for NPHY and the Movement to End Youth Homelessness. NPHY and Sands established the Summit in 2017 to address the high incidence of youth homelessness in Nevada, which continues to be a major statewide issue.

To learn more about the Movement to End Youth Homelessness and view Summit 2024 presentations that will be posted in the coming weeks, visit https://nphy.org/themovement/. 

LINCOLN, Neb., January 13, 2025 /3BL/ – A national tree canopy assessment tool is now available for the first time, making it possible for cities to view the status of their local and regional tree canopy and how it’s changed over time.

“As our nation’s cities endure the pressures of excessive heat, extreme storms and air pollution, we need to meet the moment with trees and action. The national tree canopy assessment tool will empower community leaders with the data and insights needed to plant and protect trees where they’re needed most,” said Dan Lambe, chief executive officer of the Arbor Day Foundation. “We can all play a role in shaping a better future and this tool will help guide that work, maximizing the positive impact community trees can have.”

The national tree canopy assessment will help community leaders to assess tree loss and prioritize tree planting projects in areas of need, utilizing high-resolution aerial imagery. Users can view land cover statistics, development patterns, and individual tree canopies, all summarized down to the census block group.

This interactive resource is available at TreesAtWork.org. More resources, data and information will be added to the website in 2025, including a downloadable National Baseline Canopy Assessment Report detailing the state of tree canopy in urban areas across the country and in-depth reporting on the impact of strategic investments in trees in cities nationwide.

TreesAtWork.org was developed through a collaboration between the Arbor Day Foundation, PlanIT Geo, and the USDA Forest Service Urban and Community Forestry program.

The Arbor Day Foundation is a global nonprofit dedicated to planting trees. It has helped plant over 500 million trees in communities and forests in more than 60 countries across six continents since its inception in 1972. Its work is guided by science and technology to find communities and forests that need trees the most, then connects support in those areas with its unmatched network of local tree planting partners with local knowledge and expertise to plant the right trees the right way.

Visit arborday.org to learn more about the Arbor Day Foundation’s impact in communities and forests.

About the Arbor Day Foundation 

The Arbor Day Foundation is a global nonprofit inspiring people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. They foster a growing community of more than 1 million leaders, innovators, planters, and supporters united by their bold belief that a more hopeful future can be shaped through the power of trees. For more than 50 years, they’ve answered critical need with action, planting more than half a billion trees alongside their partners. And this is only the beginning.

The Arbor Day Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit pursuing a future where all life flourishes through the power of trees. Learn more at arborday.org.

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Southern Company

James “Jimmy” Earl Carter, 39th United States president and former Georgia governor, passed away on Dec. 29, 2024. He was 100, the longest-lived President in U.S. history. After battling brain cancer in 2018, Carter faced a series of health complications and had been receiving home hospice care since Feb. 2023. He was surrounded by family at the time of his passing, the Carter Center said on its website.

During his life, Carter had a longstanding relationship with Southern Company spanning back to the 1970s. According to Southern Nuclear’s website, in 1971 he led a symbolic ribbon-cutting ceremony using electric scissors at Plant Hatch. As Georgia governor, he played an instrumental role in the development of the Georgia Territorial Electric Service Act of 1973, which assigned territories for Georgia Power, co-ops and municipal utilities and established competition for major customers. He often collaborated with Georgia Power and depended on Southern Company to help recruit businesses to Georgia, calling the company his “best partner.”

The winner of the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002, Carter was a champion of energy and signed the Department of Energy Organization Act during his presidency, creating the Department of Energy, in 1977. Carter introduced several energy bills including the National Energy Act of 1978, which established energy goals, specifically reducing the nation’s dependence on oil and increasing the use of renewable resources, such as solar energy. He was so firm in his commitment to renewable energy, Carter became the first president to use solar panels to power portions of the White House, installing 32 panels on the White House roof in 1979.

“Today, we mourn the loss of an incredible man and one of the most important humanitarians of our time – President Jimmy Carter. From his humble beginnings growing up on a peanut farm to leading our great nation, he led a life dedicated to serving others and helping the less fortunate. And, as we honor him, I am reminded of how he always led with compassion, empathy and integrity,” said Chris Womack, chairman, president and CEO of Southern Company.

“President Carter championed clean and renewable energy, but most importantly he was a humanitarian,” Womack continued. “He believed in peace and making the world a place where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. And the Carter Center right here in Atlanta will continue to move forward his mission to spread peace, health and democracy around the world. His legacy will undoubtedly be felt for generations to come. Our prayers are with the entire Carter family.”

Throughout his life, Carter sought to promote peace, human rights, and environmental conservation. According to the White House website, Carter improved the environment through expanding the National Park System to include protection of 103 million acres of Alaskan lands. He created the Department of Education, bolstered the social security system, and appointed record numbers of women, African Americans and Hispanics to positions in government in an effort to increase human and social services. After his presidency, Carter remained committed to the plight of the less fortunate through his volunteerism with the Habitat for Humanity. Over 30 years, the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project for Habitat for Humanity spanned 14 countries, amassed over 100,000 volunteers, and built, renovated, or repaired more than 4,000 homes.

In 2017, Carter partnered with Georgia Power and Atlanta-based SolAmerica Energy to repurpose 10 acres of his farmland into a solar farm to help power his hometown of Plains, Georgia. A total of 3,852 solar panels operate on the land that was once home to nut and soybean crops. His solar farm can provide up to 1.3 megawatts of electricity under the right conditions.

At the close of Southern Company’s “Big Bets” documentary, Carter said: “The most transforming element in my life was when our family finally got electricity. Giving a family or human being this magic power is a life transforming element, you might say freedom.”

Carter received a B.S. degree from the United States Naval Academy in 1946. He is survived by his four children Jack, Chip, Jeff and Amy; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. He will be buried alongside Rosalynn Carter, his wife of 77 years, the Carter Center said.

PRINCETON, N.J., January 10, 2025 /3BL/ – Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE: BMY) today announced that it has been named in the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for the second consecutive year. This recognition further validates the company’s impactful progress towards and prioritization of its environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives and aspirations.

The Dow Jones Sustainability Indices, including the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World), were launched in 1999 as the pioneering series of global sustainability benchmarks available in the market. The index family is comprised of global, regional and country benchmarks. DJSI North America includes the top 20 percent of the largest 600 companies in North America based on sustainability criteria.

As a leading biopharmaceutical company, Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes that its responsibility extends well beyond the discovery, development, and delivery of innovative medicines. BMS’ ESG strategy focuses on advancing patient health and fostering a high-performing, inclusive workforce, while expanding the boundaries of science and reducing environmental impact. They remain steadfast in their ongoing commitment to advancing health equity around the world, and the recent acknowledgement by the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices is a testament to the impact of the evolved Bristol Myers Squibb ESG strategy. 

Learn more about BMS’ ESG strategy and progress in its 2023 ESG Report.

About Bristol Myers Squibb 
Bristol Myers Squibb is a global biopharmaceutical company whose mission is to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases. For more information about Bristol Myers Squibb, visit us at BMS.com or follow us on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.

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If you are new to GHG Verification, you may want to attend this webinar! Does your company disclose its GHG Inventory? Have you had it verified by a third party? What about other metrics you report on? Third-party verification for organizational GHG Inventories and ESG Metrics builds confidence in the reporting for all stakeholders. Now, with the advent of new regulations in California, the EU’s CSRD, and other looming mandates, assurance is moving beyond voluntary. While the timeframes for mandated verification vary by company size and location, the time to start the process is now.

It’s best to have a year or two of verification experience to work out potential findings and gaps before reporting verification is mandated. The demand for verifiers with a strong background in GHG accounting and complex social reporting is at an all-time high so it is important to establish a relationship with a verification organization sooner than later.

Join SCS’ team of experts for this complimentary 30-minute Q&A session that can address any questions on how to best prepare for new GHG inventory verification regulations.

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Shared Table Newsletter

Genuine Connection creates Cultural Advantage! This comes from an ‘Unreasonable Hospitality’ approach to leadership. I see it as the next generational servant leadership. The current workforce is dynamic, demanding and the best talent will choose intentionality and authenticity over corporate HR initiatives.

The concept – Unreasonable Hospitality – comes from Will Guidara, renowned restaurateur, New York Times bestselling author of Unreasonable Hospitality, and co-producer of the Emmy Award-winning comedy drama series The Bear. I sat down with Will not long after his book hit the shelves to connect and learn more as he opens the door to a path that will create the highest level of engagement while ultimately creating connection and loyalty to a brand.

Best Quote: “I like to let life & work bleed into one another because otherwise I found myself always consumed with guilt when I was pursuing one when I wasn’t pursuing the other.”

Will, whose career includes time at one of New York City’s elite three-star Michelin restaurants, argues that the principles of exceptional hospitality are applicable to any leader, team, or industry. He emphasizes that unreasonable hospitality creates a trifecta: happier customers, more profitable businesses, and a greater sense of purpose and joy for employees.

Moment to Remember: Unreasonable Hospitality has the capacity to make customers happier, to make businesses more profitable, and to give everyone involved in those businesses a greater sense of purpose and joy in the thing that they spend so much of their lives doing. 

This philosophy goes beyond simply providing good service. It’s about a deliberate choice to go above and beyond, prioritizing people as much – or more – than product. This idea transcends industries as Will has shown through his Welcome Conference, an annual symposium highlighting the craft of hospitality that can be strengthened everywhere from restaurants to Fortune 500 companies. It’s a needed conference in today’s rapidly changing world, marked by digital transformation and the rise of artificial intelligence, the need for genuine human connection is more critical than ever. Will challenges leaders to make space for connection, asking, “Are we leaving a margin in our schedules to actually lead?” He encourages us to move beyond limitations and embrace possibilities, focusing on the experience we create for our employees. A key question he suggested – that I now regularly ask myself is: “What experience did I create for employees today?”

Much of our conversation was rooted in a simple analogy: the table. For Will, a table represents more than just a place to eat. It’s a sanctuary, a space where connections are forged and deepened. “There’s a sanctity to the table,” he explained. “It’s one of the few places left where people can sit down, stop checking their phones, and focus on the food and the people they’re with.” This echoes the significance of the essence of this newsletter – Shared Table. Whether it’s a holiday meal or a cherished family tradition, food acts as a bridge, connecting nutrients and memories, enriching life in profound ways – reflecting Elanco ‘s vision of Food & Companionship Enriching Life.

Beyond the table, and with the holidays quickly approaching, Will’s philosophy extends to the power of gifting. He views gifting not as a transactional exchange, but as an opportunity to demonstrate genuine care. “The greatest gifts,” he shared, “are the ones that show you care enough to truly know someone.” It’s about taking the time to understand individual needs and preferences, offering something uniquely tailored and meaningful. He encourages us to find time for these acts of generosity, arguing that they energize us as the gift giver, making us more effective in other areas of our lives.

Big Takeaway: Genuine connection and unreasonable hospitality create extra-ordinary experiences leading to cultural advantage and crazy brand loyalty. The simple take away…find your WHY and go after it, then life and work compliment, they won’t compete.

Will’s core message is that any organization, from restaurants to corporations, can choose to be a “hospitality business.” In a time when connection and community are more important than ever, embracing Will’s philosophy of unreasonable hospitality might just be the key to unlocking a more fulfilling and meaningful life, both personally and professionally.

Watch the full conversation here on YouTube.