STAMFORD, Conn., September 24, 2024 /3BL/ – Henkel has been named a 2024 Safer Choice Partner of the Year award winner through their all® free clear and all® sensitive fresh liquid laundry detergent products. Products with the Safer Choice label help consumers find products that work well and are certified by the Safer Choice program to contain safer ingredients for families and the environment.

The Safer Choice Partner of the Year Awards recognize the contributions of Safer Choice partners and stakeholders who have shown outstanding achievement in the design, manufacture, selection and use of innovative products with safer ingredients.

The all® free clear range of laundry detergent products are the #1 doctor recommended laundry brand for sensitive skin*, and this Safer Choice recognition helps further strengthen the confidence of the medical community to recommend it to their patients. Instead of just removing dyes and perfumes, all® free clear brand’s formula is built from the ground up, ensuring that every ingredient is chosen both for effectiveness and gentleness on skin.

“We’re proud to be recognized as an EPA 2024 Safer Choice Partner of the Year award winner,” said Martina Spinatsch, Senior Vice President, Research & Development, Henkel Consumer Brands, North America. “This award reflects our commitment to develop products that are safer for people and the planet. We believe that this is where our all® free clear purpose comes together with Safer Choice. It all starts with choosing safer ingredients.”

To qualify for the Safer Choice label, a product must meet EPA’s Safer Choice Standard, which includes stringent human and environmental health criteria. The Safer Choice program currently partners with about 350 formulator-manufacturer partners who make nearly 2,000 Safer Choice certified products for both consumers and commercial buyers.

*Recommended by dermatologists, allergists and pediatricians for sensitive skin

About Henkel in North America

Henkel’s portfolio of well-known brands in North America includes Schwarzkopf® hair care, Dial® soaps, Persil®, Purex®, and all® laundry detergents, Snuggle® fabric softeners as well as Loctite®, Technomelt® and Bonderite® adhesives. With sales close to 6.6 billion US dollars (6 billion euros) in 2023, North America accounts for 28 percent of the company’s global sales. Henkel employs around 8,000 people across the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. For more information, please visit www.henkel-northamerica.com and on Twitter @Henkel_NA.

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Henkel North America Contact: 
Erica Cooper 
Phone: 475-232-4973 
Email: erica.cooper@henkel.com

Aflac is proving that a well-crafted philanthropic initiative can thrive by continuously adapting to the evolving needs of those it serves. Launched in 2018 as part of Aflac’s Childhood Cancer Campaign, My Special Aflac Duck® is a soft and cuddly companion that was designed to support children undergoing cancer treatment by helping them prepare for medical procedures, express their emotions, and engage in distraction therapy. Created with input from child life specialists and psychologists, My Special Aflac Duck® offers a range of interactive features—from medical play accessories to calming Soundscapes—all aimed at making a child’s journey through treatment more manageable.

Aflac’s commitment to My Special Aflac Duck® has not waned since the initiative’s launch. Instead, Aflac has continued to distribute the medical companion to pediatric cancer patients (at no cost to them) and has evolved it to support children with sickle cell disease, another population facing long, difficult treatments.

We invited two Aflac executives who worked on the duck’s development to speak to the program’s success and evolution: Jon Sullivan, Director of Corporate Communications, and Buffy Swinehart, Senior Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility. They share insights on how companies can sustain and grow their social impact efforts and remain true to their mission while making a real difference.

Listen for insights on:

How to pitch philanthropic opportunities to a CEODeveloping a public and philanthropic initiative that can stand up to scrutiny in public relationsThe importance of grounding philanthropic initiatives in data and research

Listen to this and other episodes of Purpose 360 Podcast here.

Purpose 360 Podcast is a masterclass in unlocking the potential of purpose to ignite business and social impact. Hosted by Carol Cone, CEO of Carol Cone ON PURPOSE, Purpose 360 illuminates the impact of purpose, from engaging employees and fostering deeper consumer loyalty to inspiring product innovation and increasing market share.

Carol Cone ON PURPOSE (CCOP) is a pioneering social impact consultancy helping companies, brands, and nonprofits harness the power of purpose to advance their business and societal impact. CCOP’s proven approach, developed over decades and hundreds of purpose assignments, meets clients at any point on their purpose journey to unlock opportunities to build reputation, inspire and engage employees, ignite organizational culture for innovation and growth, while supporting the greater good.

Originally published on Life at HARMAN

From Sound Waves to Roadways: Joining HARMAN 

Alessandro’s journey with HARMAN in the Audio Feature Technology & Innovation team began in July 2023, but his path to us was paved with years of diverse experience in sound engineering, broadcast production, and technology development across various industries. “Joining HARMAN has been a rewarding experience, filled with inspiring leadership and exciting projects”, Alessandro says. “The automotive culture here is rich and technology-driven, and I’m grateful to collaborate with such a dedicated and skilled team.”

A Lifelong Connection to HARMAN 

Alessandro’s relationship with HARMAN products is not just professional—it’s deeply personal; they have been trusted companions throughout his career. “I’ve relied on AKG headphones and microphones for years,” he says. “They’ve consistently supported me in achieving high-quality audio recordings and mixes.”

Now that he’s on the inside, HARMAN’s culture of transparency, respect, and a strong commitment to work-life balance resonates deeply with Alessandro. He appreciates the open environment where ideas are seriously considered, and feedback is welcomed. “I feel very much appreciated here, and this trust helps me enjoy what I do,” he notes.

A Lifelong Learner: The Power of Education & Experience 

Alessandro’s academic journey is a testament to his dedication to lifelong learning. Despite initially believing he was done with formal education, his passion for audio engineering led him to pursue later in life both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in the field. “They not only expanded my technical knowledge but also enriched my understanding of the cultural aspects of music and audio.”

With a background in electronics and telecommunications, Alessandro has seamlessly transitioned across various roles and industries. His foundational knowledge has been instrumental in adapting to new technologies and advancing in his career. “Understanding the core principles of the tools I use has been invaluable,” he says.

Inspiring Others: A Story of Passion and Achievement 

Looking back on his career, Alessandro is proud of the achievements that have come from his passion, commitment, and a bit of luck. His work in pioneering “loudness paradigm” in audio processing earned him the Audio Engineering Society President’s Award in 2021. “I hope my story inspires others to put positive energy into their work,” he says. “The rewards can be beyond expectations.”

As a Senior Audio Engineer at HARMAN, Alessandro is not only focused on contributing to cutting-edge projects but also on inspiring the next generation of engineers. “Working as a team has always been a key part of my approach to work,” he adds, “and I hope to continue advancing my career while guiding others towards success.”

Looking Ahead: Trends in Automotive Audio 

Alessandro sees the future of automotive audio as a transformative force in the driving experience. “The driving experience is becoming a living experience,” he explains. “Immersive sound, loudness comfort, and personalization are key pillars in automotive audio.” He’s excited about the role he can play in shaping these trends, leveraging his extensive knowledge.

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Georgia’s communities of faith have the power to change the world. They can play a vital role in ensuring that all people live in a world with a healthy environment, a stable climate, and resilient communities. 

One of the simplest ways for congregations in Georgia to take action toward creating this world is to advance climate solutions within their own communities of faith. From installing rooftop solar and improving the energy efficiency of religious properties to installing EV chargers to creating composting and recycling programs, there are so many ways for congregations to reduce GHG emissions and help solve for climate.

On October 1st at 11 a.m., Drawdown Georgia and Georgia Interfaith Power & Light (GIPL) will co-host a special conversation with representatives from congregations across our state who are putting climate solutions into action. Moderated by Hannah Shultz of GIPL, the panel will include:

– Maher Budeir of Roswell Community Masjid 
– Joanna Kobylivker of Adamah ATL 
– Rev. Jenny Phillips of the General Board of Global Ministries for the United Methodist Church

Click here to register.

Originally published in Principal Financial Group 2023 Sustainability Report

Cybersecurity and data privacy 

Protecting the confidentiality of the personal data entrusted to us by our customers, employees, and business partners is of utmost importance to us. That’s why we take proactive approaches to keep our systems secure, continually assess for emerging risks, and ensure employees are sufficiently trained on handling sensitive information.

Our approach 

Cybersecurity 

We understand the nature of cyber threats and the importance of being able to defend against and respond to them. As a result, cybersecurity is overseen by the full Board of Directors. Directors and the Executive Management Group receive at least one cybersecurity report every quarter from the Chief Information Officer, the Chief Information Security Officer, Chief Risk Officer or other professionals. These reports ensure management maintains an enterprise-wide cyber risk program with the necessary policies, practices, and controls to effectively manage risks and ensure resiliency in the face of potential cyber threats.

We proactively assess risk on new services or systems integrated with Principal network or data. In our current systems and applications, we continuously test for and resolve weaknesses and vulnerabilities using network and infrastructure vulnerability testing, dynamic application security testing, static application security testing, and adversary emulation. The frequency of automated vulnerability scanning varies from daily to monthly depending on the type of testing and target.

Principal also undergoes a third-party assessment of our information security program maturity every two years. The last assessment occurred in 2022 and we showed improvement across all assessed NIST categories.

Our controls are frequently updated and refined based on learnings from regular red team engagements that are responsible for discerning security vulnerabilities through penetration testing and daily analysis by threat hunters. All operations are refined through a dedicated cyber threat intelligence function.

Cybersecurity will continue to be a dynamic area, which requires that we remain agile and aware of internal and external changes. Information security will provide proactive approaches to cloud and data security and ensure there is a strong partnership with engineering and business teams. This includes requiring cybersecurity training for all engineers and others involved in software deployment.

Our enterprise approach to data security in the cloud remains consistent with our overall data security strategy of protecting the personal data entrusted to us by our customers, employees, business partners, and other individuals.

Principal is a member of the Cyber Readiness Institute (CRI), which brings together expertise from global companies to provide free resources that improve cyber readiness. We believe helping small and midsized businesses (SMBs) to be more cyber ready encourages a team approach to cyber defense for both our customers and our suppliers. We meet regularly with CRI to provide content for their program and take part in their SMB business meetings.

Data privacy 

Privacy risk assessments 

We are continuing to enhance our oversight over how personal data is managed across the global Principal footprint. We’ve enhanced our visibility into privacy risk management, rolling out targeted assessments in global regions to help mitigate privacy risk in business processes.

Our privacy impact assessment is designed to identify, evaluate, and mitigate potential privacy risks, ensure we use personal data in transparent ways, and follow all applicable laws. Our business and technology partners are expected to complete privacy assessments for any new use of personal data. The assessment is updated if the use changes, or is reviewed and updated annually, whichever comes first. Internal audit tests privacy practices and controls and conducts periodic audits of the privacy program.

Privacy rights and concerns 

The Global Privacy Statement (PDF) provides direction to individuals on how they can exercise their data subject rights or raise data privacy concerns.

We also protect the privacy rights of Principal employees by ensuring that all employees, including leaders, understand and abide by appropriate data privacy practices in regions where employee data is subject to certain privacy regulations and restrictions.

Other ways we protect both personal and non-personal information: 

New hires and employees must complete annual information security and privacy- related courses. Training is offered every quarter and additional role-based training is provided for certain roles.All employees must complete and sign a confidentiality acknowledgment. • Our Global Privacy Statement details how personal data may be collected, used, transferred, accessed or otherwise shared at Principal and by all personnel.We run a phishing simulation program to train employees to recognize and report phishing attacks. Employees receive at least two phishing simulations each quarter.We have a comprehensive, enterprise third- party risk management program to help ensure proper management of confidential personal, and proprietary data.Our Enterprise Written Information Security Program (WISP) aligns with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework functions: identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover.We carry out annual cybersecurity incident response exercises involving multiple levels of management.Our Cybersecurity Working Group— comprising individuals with privacy, legal, compliance, risk, audit, and cybersecurity expertise—provides valuable input and feedback to formal information security governance groups.

Information security and data privacy are Board-level topics, therefore quarterly Board reports include key metrics, an overview of the threat landscape, progress on strategic initiatives, and timely awareness topics. Our risk oversight and operational diligence has contributed to us not experiencing any significant incidents in our more than 140 years of being in business.

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Our actions and performance in 2023 

In 2023, we expanded our Consent and Preference Management capability along with enhancements to our one-stop shop for customers—the online Privacy Center. Our Privacy Center is now more user-friendly and makes it easier for individuals to understand both our privacy practices and how they can exercise their personal data rights in accordance with applicable law.

We consolidated and streamlined our jurisdictional privacy policies into a unified Global Privacy Statement which is applicable to the collection and use of personal data across the global enterprise.

We have appointed new data protection officers (DPOs) in multiple regions, including the Philippines and Latin America to adhere to regulatory requirements and as a best practice. Recurring roundtables have been established to ensure clear lines of communication as privacy regulations across the world evolve.

In 2023, an average of 97% of global employees completed information security trainings on time and 99% of global employees completed the global data privacy training.

What’s next 

In 2024, we aim to enhance our privacy capabilities in the areas of incident response, regulatory change management, and privacy risk assessment. Privacy laws across the globe are changing at a rapid pace and these adjustments will help us ensure that we’re maturing the program along with regulatory landscape changes.

New privacy enhancing technology will be deployed in 2024, helping the business to assess and mitigate privacy risks through a revamped privacy impact assessment process.

In cybersecurity, our focus for 2024 is to transform cloud security maturity by implementing advanced security controls, adopting industry best practices, and continuously evolving policies and standards to protect cloud resources.

To learn more, read the Principal Financial Group 2023 Sustainability Report.

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September 24, 2024 /3BL/ – Codex Planetarius and the 1% solution, kicked off today by World Wildlife Fund’s Markets Institute, aims to rewrite the future of food production by supporting the growing demand for globally traded food while minimizing the negative environmental consequences. When fully developed and launched, Codex Planetarius will:

Provide a baseline for environmental performance in global production and trade of food and soft commodities.Inform regulatory guidelines for governments and global trade that would apply to international trade agreements, eventually to be adopted by entities like the World Trade Organization.Provide much-needed data to improve supply chain transparency and traceability, allowing retailers and consumers to know exactly where and how their food was produced.

The production of food has the largest impact of any human activity on the planet, responsible for 70% of biodiversity loss and up to 35% of global GHG emissions. Simultaneously, climate change is negatively impacting food production – by 2050, global crop yield could decline up to 30%. Increases in population and per capita income, accompanied by dietary shifts, exert even more pressure on the natural landscape and its ability to regenerate resources.

“Over the last 30 years, we’ve seen immense effort and money poured into enacting voluntary standards for specific commodities, countries, or regions. It’s hard to hear, but this strategy has ultimately failed to reduce the global impact of food production. And that’s coming from someone who has led and championed these strategies throughout my career,” said Jason Clay, senior vice president and executive director of WWF’s Markets Institute. “It’s time to wake up and change course. Instead of rewarding the best producers to improve, we must find a way to transform the least efficient producers; these producers are responsible for the lion’s share of environmental degradation, but they have historically been ignored in the conversation.”

To support these revolutionary improvements, WWF is proposing, alongside Codex Planetarius, a “1% Solution,” which would add a 1% environmental service payment to the price of food exports. For consumers, a 1% increase in raw material prices would have an insignificant effect on the price of finished goods. But worldwide, the 1% environmental service payment would be enough to address the most significant impacts of producing food. For example, in 2022, rough estimates of the 1% Solution funding generated by the export of only five commodities (beef, hides, corn, cotton, and soy) could have been $780 million for the US and $550 million for Brazil. In actuality, the total would be far greater, supplying new funds for every food-producing country in the world.

While the program is ambitious, there is precedent. In 1963, a pioneering set of global food safety standards, known as Codex Alimentarius, was established to set minimum health and safety standards for food globally. Codex Planetarius will build on Codex Alimentarius’ example, protecting the health and safety of the renewable natural resources used to produce food and soft commodities.

As the first step, Codex Planetarius is engaged in a multiyear proof-of-concept phase, which will include pilot projects in a handful of selected exporting and importing countries. This work will address outstanding questions and generate the data necessary for Codex Planetarius to be introduced, initially through bilateral trade agreements and then through multinational organizations.

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About WWF

WWF is one of the world’s leading conservation organizations, working in nearly 100 countries for over half a century to help people and nature thrive. With the support of more than 5 million members worldwide, WWF is dedicated to delivering science-based solutions to preserve the diversity and abundance of life on Earth, halt the degradation of the environment and combat the climate crisis. Visit http://www.worldwildlife.org to learn more and keep up with the latest conservation news by following @WWFNews on Twitter and signing up for our newsletter and news alerts here.

Originally published on September 05, 2024 on GlobeNewswire

VICTORIA, British Columbia, September 24, 2024 /3BL/ – Sysco Corporation (NYSE:SYY), the world’s largest food distributor, celebrated the arrival of 8 heavy-duty electric tractors to their fleet in Victoria, which serves over 1,500 customers including restaurants, healthcare and education customers. In total, Sysco now has over 130 heavy-duty electric tractors globally across the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and Sweden.

“We are excited to scale our electric truck fleet into Canada and continue our journey to meet our climate goal of reducing emissions across the enterprise. One component of our climate goal is electrifying a portion of our fleet, and our partnership with the Government of Canada, the Government of British Columbia and BC Hydro is key to helping us achieve this,” says Neil Russell, Sysco’s Chief Administrative Officer. “Electric tractors produce zero tailpipe emissions which is good for the environment and important for our customers who want to do business with a responsible foodservice distributor.”

Sysco Canada hosted an event at their distribution center in Victoria during National Trucking Week to celebrate this milestone with leadership, colleagues, government officials, and vendor partners.

A video news release with clips from the event is provided here.

More information on Sysco’s sustainability commitments can be found in Sysco’s 2023 Sustainability Report.

About Sysco 
Sysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food products to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Its family of products also includes equipment and supplies for the foodservice and hospitality industries. With more than 76,000 colleagues, the company operates 340 distribution facilities worldwide and serves approximately 730,000 customer locations. For fiscal year 2024 that ended June 29, 2024, the company generated sales of more than $78 billion. Information about our Sustainability program, including Sysco’s 2023 Sustainability Report and 2023 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Report, can be found at www.sysco.com.

For more information, visit www.sysco.com or connect with Sysco on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SyscoFoods. For important news and information regarding Sysco, visit the Investor Relations section of the company’s Internet home page at investors.sysco.com, which Sysco plans to use as a primary channel for publishing key information to its investors, some of which may contain material and previously non-public information. In addition, investors should continue to review our news releases and filings with the SEC. It is possible that the information we disclose through any of these channels of distribution could be deemed to be material information.

For more information contact:

Media Contact 
Matt Stewart 
Matt.Stewart@sysco.com 
281-584-1390

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Benton Harbor, Mich. area teens are getting an opportunity to explore careers through the Summer Youth Golf Careers & Development Program, a collaboration between the Whirlpool Foundation, Harbor Shores Golf Course and Point O’ Woods Golf and Country Club. The program introduces students to the diverse types of careers that can unfold through the sport of golf, including event planning, retail, hospitality, turf management, and culinary arts.

In its second year, teens participating in the 12-week program receive on-the-job experience, with the intention that it may spark future career pursuits.

“Students in the program are working with a team and experiencing golf culture,” said Josh Doxtator, general manager of Harbor Shores Golf Course. “Whether it’s in golf or a related field, we’re hoping their experience and learnings in the program help inform their next steps in building their career.”

Tyler Valentine, a resident of Benton Harbor and a recent graduate of St. Joseph High School, participated in the program this year and gained invaluable culinary experience working in the kitchen at The Grille at Harbor Shores. He is taking that experience to the Culinary Institute of America in New York this fall to continue his dream of becoming a chef and opening his own restaurant.

“This program is incredibly valuable to youth in our headquarters community. It gives them an inside look at potential career opportunities in the golfing industry right in their backyard that they may not have otherwise realized existed,” said Deb O’Connor, managing director of the Whirlpool Foundation.

Twenty-seven students have taken part in the program during its first two years. For more information and to request an application for the 2025 program, please email Stefanie Harvey-Vandenberg at stefanie_r_harvey-vandenberg@whirlpool.com.

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home and inspiring generations with our brands. The company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2023, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees, and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

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Eaton highlights Arecibo project and sustainable infrastructure strategies at Reuters Industrial Decarbonization North America 2024 event 

PITTSBURGH, September 24, 2024 /3BL/ – Intelligent power management Eaton today announced it received the 2024 “International Energy Project of the Year” award from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). The company was recognized for helping develop Puerto Rico’s largest clean energy microgrid at its manufacturing plant in Arecibo, substantially reducing the facility’s carbon footprint, boosting energy resilience and bolstering community infrastructure.

Eaton senior global energy manager Richard Gorzé will also be named an AEE Fellow Member. The recognition highlights his outstanding contributions to the association and the energy industry. Gorzé will accept the “International Energy Project of the Year” award and the AEE Fellow honor at the 2024 AEE World Energy Conference & Expo on September 25. 

“The ability to generate sustainable, resilient and affordable power is essential to ensure a stronger future for communities and businesses around the world,” said Gorzé. “I’m honored to be recognized for our pioneering project, marking a substantial advancement in energy resilience and sustainability.” 

Built in collaboration with Enel North America, the clean energy project at Eaton’s Arecibo manufacturing facility is expected to generate over 9,000 megawatts of renewable power annually. It incorporates five megawatts (MWac) of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels, approximately 1.1 MW of battery storage and existing onsite generators. The project enables the facility, which produces circuit breakers used in residential, commercial, and industrial applications, to operate utilizing  55% of consumption as renewable energy and a yearly decrease in emissions by approximately 7,100 metric tons. 

Eaton’s Arecibo microgrid is also designed to withstand Category 5 strength hurricane-force winds and provides added value in normal grid-connected operations by generating renewable energy that can be consumed, stored and delivered back to the local grid. Following the success of the project, Eaton and Enel North America are developing a second microgrid at Eaton’s Las Piedras manufacturing facility in Puerto Rico.

Igor Stamenkovic, senior vice president and general manager of Eaton’s Electrical Engineering Services and Systems team will deliver a keynote focused on sustainable infrastructure strategies during the Reuters Industrial Decarbonization North America 2024 event in Pittsburgh on October 1. 

Learn more about Eaton’s microgrid capabilities and focus on sustainability.

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

Eaton was founded in 1911 and has been listed on the New York Stock Exchange for more than a century. We reported revenues of $23.2 billion in 2023 and serve customers in more than 160 countries. For more information, visit Eaton.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.

Contact:

Kristin Somers
+1.919.345.3714
Kristincsomers@eaton.com

Regina Parundik 
Cobblestone Communications
+1.412.559.1614
Regina@cobblecreative.com 

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