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Lenovo’s Yoga Pro 9i Laptop Achieves “Perceptual Color Volume” Certification from TÜV Rheinland

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland Group, a renowned third-party testing, inspection, and certification organization, has awarded its “Perceptual Color Volume” Certification to Lenovo’s new Yoga Pro 9i (16″, 9) laptop, which was unveiled at CES. This cutting-edge laptop boasts a Mini … Read the full press release

Only 17 Companies Worldwide Hold ‘Top Employer Global’ Certification, Saint-Gobain Among Them

(IN BRIEF) Saint-Gobain has been awarded the prestigious “Top Employer Global” certification for the ninth consecutive year, a distinction held by only 17 companies worldwide. Claire Pedini, Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Corporate Social Responsibility at Saint-Gobain Group, … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Climbs Brand Finance Global 500, Achieving Top-Ten Status

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has achieved a top-ten position in the “Brand Finance Global 500” study, making it one of the world’s most valuable brands. The company also secured the top spot as the most valuable telecommunications brand globally, surpassing … Read the full press release

Astrophysicist Gilles Chabrier Receives Royal Astronomical Society’s Gold Medal for Outstanding Contributions

(IN BRIEF) Astrophysicist Professor Gilles Chabrier from the University of Exeter and Ecole Normale Superieure de Lyon has been awarded the prestigious Royal Astronomical Society’s Gold Medal for his exceptional contributions to stellar and planetary astrophysics, as well as galactic … Read the full press release

Evonik Honored with Cefic Responsible Care® Award for Sustainable Biosurfactants

(IN BRIEF) Evonik has been awarded the Responsible Care® Award by the European Chemical Industry Council (Cefic) in the “Safe and Sustainable Chemicals” category for its innovative glycolipid biosurfactants platform. The company’s glycolipid biosurfactants, developed using biotechnology, are recognized for … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Receives Multiple Athena Swan Awards for Gender Equality Commitment

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has received recognition for its dedication to gender equality across various departments in the latest Athena Swan Charter Awards round. Five departments, including Health and Care Professions, University of Exeter Medical School, Ecology and … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Leads in Verdantix’s 2023 Green Quadrant for Energy Management Software

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric, a pioneer in energy management and automation, has achieved the top position in Verdantix’s recent “Green Quadrant: Energy Management Software 2023” report, showcasing the company’s excellence in comprehensive energy management solutions and a progressive approach to … Read the full press release

Fincantieri Earns Gender Parity Certification UNI/PdR 125:2022 from RINA

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri, the Italian shipbuilding company, has become the first shipbuilder in Italy to achieve the Gender Parity Certification UNI/PdR 125:2022 from RINA (Registro Italiano Navale). The certification recognizes Fincantieri’s commitment to promoting gender equity and inclusion within the … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Undergraduate Lisa Kay Receives British Empire Medal for Charity Work and Refugee Support

(IN BRIEF) Lisa Kay, a social sciences undergraduate at the University of Warwick, has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the New Year Honours list for her exceptional charity work and services to refugees. She raised over £6,000 … Read the full press release

Indra Achieves ISO 31030 Certification for Comprehensive Travel Risk Management

(IN BRIEF) Indra has secured the ISO 31030 certification from AENOR, becoming the first Spanish company to do so. The certification acknowledges Indra’s effective management of the travel risks faced by its professionals during business trips, prioritizing their well-being, health, … Read the full press release

Delft Bioengineering Institute Recognizes Outstanding MSc Graduates in Bioengineering

(IN BRIEF) The Delft Bioengineering Institute (BEI) has announced the winners of its annual cross-campus competition for MSc students who excelled in their graduation projects in bioengineering. In 2023, three students—Thomas Michalica, Linde Spoelstra, and Thomas Mooijman—stood out for their … Read the full press release

Ericsson Achieves Perfect Score in 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index, Earns Equality 100 Award for LGBTQ+ Inclusion

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson, a global telecommunications company, has been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for its outstanding performance in the 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index (CEI). Ericsson achieved a perfect score of 100 percent in this annual benchmarking survey, … Read the full press release

UniCredit Becomes First Pan-European Bank with Global EDGE Certification for Gender Equity and Inclusion

(IN BRIEF) UniCredit has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first pan-European bank to receive Global EDGE Certification for its commitment to gender equity and inclusion. This recognition follows accelerated diversity and inclusion efforts by UniCredit’s banks in multiple … Read the full press release

Industrie De Nora Receives ‘Top Investor in China Award’ for 30 Years of Successful Investment and Growth in the Chinese Market

(IN BRIEF) Industrie De Nora, an Italian multinational specializing in electrochemistry and sustainable technologies, has been honored with the “Top Investor in China Award” at the China Awards 2023 event in Milan. The award recognizes De Nora’s significant investments and … Read the full press release

AFRY Qualification Centre Attains Accreditation for Welding Procedures and Personal Certification, Enhancing Welding Service Quality

(IN BRIEF) The AFRY Qualification Centre has received accreditation from SWEDAC as an inspection body, in accordance with the international standard SS-EN ISO/IEC 17020:2012. This accreditation enables the center to issue welding procedures and provide personal certification in various welding … Read the full press release

Roche Achieves Top Sustainability Rankings in Pharmaceuticals Index for 15th Consecutive Year

(IN BRIEF) Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) has once again secured its position as one of the leading sustainable companies in the Pharmaceuticals sector within the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI). In the latest rankings, Roche secured the third … Read the full press release

Iberdrola’s Commitment to Innovation Garners Second Consecutive Recognition from European Commission

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola, a major energy company, has received recognition as the world’s leading private utility for investment in innovation and development, marking its second consecutive year of achievement in this regard. The European Commission’s report, ‘The 2023 Industrial R&D … Read the full press release

Linde Achieves 21st Consecutive Inclusion in Dow Jones Sustainability World Index

(IN BRIEF) Linde, a global industrial gas and engineering company, has announced its 21st consecutive inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World), along with its inclusion in the DJSI North America. The DJSI World represents sustainability leaders … Read the full press release

Boliden’s Climate Targets Validated and Approved by Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)

(IN BRIEF) Boliden, a pioneering mining and metals company, has achieved validation and approval for its climate targets from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), making it one of the first companies in the industry to do so. Boliden’s ambitious … Read the full press release

Catherine Macaulay of Schroders Wins Young Professional of the Year Award at Environmental Finance Impact Awards

(IN BRIEF) Catherine Macaulay, the Impact Investment Lead at Schroders, has been honored with the Young Professional of the Year/Rising Star award at the Environmental Finance Impact Awards. The awards recognize the contributions of impact investors worldwide and showcase best … Read the full press release