Stories from Leon Kaye
Community Development
As the IRS Keeps Targeting the Poor, Companies Gain Opportunities to Step Up and Assist Marginalized Citizens
Taxes are due today, a reminder that the IRS continues on with its policy of auditing poorer families at five times the rate of everyone else in the U.S.
April 18, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
New Research Center Focuses on Racial Divide in Maternal Health
The maternal mortality rate for U.S. Black women is 3.5 times higher than that of white women; a new research center seeks to eliminate that tragic gap.
April 12, 2022
Energy
Investors to the World: Don’t Sell Out the Climate for Energy Security
War in Ukraine and resulting worries over energy security shouldn't be a reason to stray from achieving the Paris Agreement, says this group of investors.
April 12, 2022
Energy
Get Pumped as The Body Shop Adds Refill Stations to U.S. Stores
The Body Shop has announced that it has plans underway for refill stations at many of its U.S. stores as the brand seeks to reduce its plastics footprint.<br />
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April 11, 2022
Technology
Pinterest Takes a Stand on Climate Misinformation
Pinterest has announced that “pinners” who spread climate misinformation should pack up and find another site to post their versions of alternative facts.
April 7, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
In the Latest IPCC Report, the ‘I’ Stands for Indigenous
As expected, the latest IPCC assessment report offers a grim outlook, notably for Indigenous communities - but it doesn't have to be that way.
April 5, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
Women Are Still Vastly Underrepresented in Cybersecurity
Women comprise 25 percent of cybersecurity employees, a metric that must improve if the sector can stay agile with rapidly changing developments worldwide.
March 29, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
Coalition Seeks New Jobs for One Million Black Americans in the Next Decade
Grads of Life says it will work with OneTen to help generate jobs with a family-sustaining wage for 1 million Black Americans during the next 10 years.
March 22, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
Equal Pay Day: Why Women of Color Now Confront an $86 Billion Wage Gap
This year’s Equal Pay Day is a reminder of how U.S. women, especially women of color, have faced numerous setbacks during the global pandemic.
March 16, 2022
Sponsored
Accelerating Sustainable Animal Farming Solutions For a Brighter Future
An All-of-the-Above Approach to Feeding a 21st Century World
3p spoke with DSM’s director of sustainability and lead nutrition to learn more about how the company is addressing the challenge to feed the world.
March 14, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
Meanwhile, the People of Afghanistan Struggle to Rebuild Their Lives
Refugees from Afghanistan have been largely forgotten due to the Ukraine war; we highlight a few organizations focused on helping them rebuild their lives.
March 8, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
The Optics Aren’t Good for Energy Companies Right Now
Though a few major energy companies made big announcements in recent days, the industry hasn't done much for its image as the crisis in Ukraine unfolded.
March 2, 2022
Voices for Change
Our Suggestions on How to Help Ukraine
We’ve put together a list of NGOs that are doing whatever they can to help the 44 million-plus people in Ukraine who are under siege.
February 25, 2022
Finance
The Long Goodbye to Overdraft Fees Continues
Citi has announced that it will eliminate its overdraft fees this summer in a move to expand its financial inclusion programs.
February 25, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
Why Black Climate Week Absolutely Matters
The group behind the second annual Black Climate Week says too many people of color still lack a fair shot at clean air, clean water and a safe environment.
February 23, 2022
Voices for Change
Yes, It's That Carl Icahn Who's Taking a Stand on Animal Welfare
Carl Icahn has waded into the animal welfare fray, in particular over this fast food giant's reliance on the use of gestation crates to house pregnant sows.
February 21, 2022
Energy
Sea Level Rise Is Accelerating Faster Than We Thought, Affecting Industries Far Beyond Real Estate and Tourism
A new report shows the long-term impacts of sea level rise could harm a wide range of industries, including real estate, tourism, logistics and agriculture.
February 21, 2022
Corporate Responsibility
Pandemic or Endemic, Employees Are Doing Quite Fine Working from Home
As the pandemic enters its third year, many employees find that working from home has turned out to be the best personal and professional decision for them.
February 21, 2022
Sustainable Living
Look at What Consumer Reports Named as Its Top EV Pick
Sure Tesla is still the standard bearer by far within the EV market, but evidence suggests other auto manufacturers are gaining ground.
February 18, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
Show Us the Receipts: Little More Than Half of U.S. Companies Disclose Their DEI Data
People of color are still waiting to be shown the receipts for the $50 billion that companies say that they’ve committed to DEI pledges.
February 15, 2022
Energy
Before Talks Even Start, the Global Plastics Treaty Scores a Win
Diplomats are still sorting out how a global plastics treaty would work, but environmental groups are already claiming a win before talks start on Feb. 28.
February 11, 2022
Energy
We’ll Drink to This Greenhouse Gas Emissions Pledge
Bacardi has announced its rum brand will slash its greenhouse gas emissions by half in 2023 through investments at its Puerto Rico distillery.
February 11, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
Actually, We Should Be Calling the Great Resignation the ‘Great Upgrade’
It's been an imperfect labor shift, but the data suggest that many people driving the Great Resignation found new jobs that paid higher - and are treated better.
February 9, 2022
Sustainable Living
Six Food Tech Companies to Watch in 2022
The list of new, up-and-coming food tech companies is definitely exhaustive; we highlight a few compelling ones here to watch during 2022.
February 7, 2022
Community Development
This Online Travel Guide Showcases Black History, Culture and Business
Black & Abroad has launched a new online travel tool that celebrates Black history, culture and business in just about every way imaginable.
February 7, 2022
Sustainable Living
For Electric Cars, 2021 Was a Fantastic Year Worldwide
The IEA has concluded that the worldwide sales of electric cars during 2021 amounted to 6.6 million, more than doubling the total number sold in 2020.
February 5, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
Globalization Has Clearly Hurt Black Workers: Are There Any Solutions?
New research offers convincing data concluding that many Black workers paid a heavy price as globalization continued to surge since the late 1990s.
February 2, 2022
Sustainable Living
While Tesla and the White House Tussle Over EVs, Kia Makes Headway on Its All-Electric Lineup
Kia has put its stake in the ground when it comes to how the automaker could influence the future of EVs; and its new EV6 is a relatively affordable option.
February 1, 2022
Sustainable Living
Please, Please Pick Up Your Pizza, Says Domino’s
Domino's has come up with its own solution to the labor shortage - offer customers a "tip" if they pick up their own pizza rather than having it delivered.
January 31, 2022
Community Development
We May Soon Be Flying the Friendly, Not-As-White Skies
United Airlines is seeking a flight crew that looks like the America of the 2020s; 80 percent of its new pilot trainees are either women or people of color.
January 31, 2022
Sustainable Living
Not Clawing Around: This Company Is Betting on Cell-Based Lobster
Could cell-based lobster soon appear on menus? One company believes there's a future for alternatives to this pricey delicacy long sourced from the sea.
January 28, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
We Have a 'Master' Problem with Supplier Diversity Commitments
Commitments to supplier diversity are proving to be difficult to achieve in practice; and once again the problem is a structural one.
January 26, 2022
Voices for Change
The Brazilian Billionaire Who Defines Social Impact
Brazil's Luiza Trajano and her track record of success pairs with a commitment to social justice that is unmatched by any CEO or chairperson.
January 24, 2022
Corporate Responsibility
Could the Four-Day Workweek Be the Answer for the Great Resignation?
As employees keep proving that they are more productive working from home, the four-day workweek may be the answer to solving the Great Resignation.
January 22, 2022
Sustainable Living
Winnebago and Airstream Envision an All-Electric RV Future
Winnebago and Thor Industries (proud maker of the Airstream) have announced concept vehicles that could redefine what it means to own and operate an RV.
January 21, 2022
Corporate Responsibility
Betty White and Making the Case That Years of Experience Matter
Betty White was an outlier. Rarely does anyone have a career that reaches eight decades in any sector. So, what can her life and work teach the rest of us?
January 21, 2022
Corporate Responsibility
The Real Culprit That’s Driving the Great Resignation
The authors of an MIT study say have landed on the overriding reason why employees are leaving their jobs during the ongoing Great Resignation.
January 20, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
Economic Powers Realizing Racial Equity and Equality Are a Must
Recent comments from Janet Yellen and Larry Fink suggest that staying the course isn’t an option to secure racial equity and economic fairness for all.
January 19, 2022
Corporate Responsibility
Commemorate MLK Day With Voting Rights, Say Business Leaders
MLK Day offers us the reminder that sentiment, letters and public statements are steps in the right direction, but they alone aren’t getting the work done.
January 17, 2022
Corporate Responsibility
As with the Rest of the Private Sector, the NFL Overlooks Black Talent in Management
America's corporations and the NFL share one thing in common: they keep overlooking the talent that's evident within people of color.
January 17, 2022
Sustainable Living
This Automaker’s Latest Numbers Reveal More Optimism for Electric Vehicles
The numbers that Volkswagen released this week show that the auto industry’s path toward manufacturing more electric vehicles is one that still has promise.
January 13, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
As Omicron Takes Its Toll on Essential Workers, Latinos Are Among the Ones Expected to Be on the Frontlines
Across the U.S., Latino essential workers are among the communities that are disproportionately shouldering the burden as the pandemic refuses to give in.<br />
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January 11, 2022
Sustainable Living
Timberland Joining the List of Brands Taking Back Used Clothing and Shoes
Timberland's return policy encourages customers to return the brand's apparel and footwear so the goods can find a new life - reducing waste in the process.
January 10, 2022
Sustainable Living
If Only Betty White’s Iconic TV Character Had These Smart Home Products at Hand
As a tribute to one of the late, great Betty White's iconic TV characters, we present some of the more exciting smart home innovations in 2022.
January 10, 2022
Brands Taking Stands
The 7 Companies Committing to Remembering January 6
So far, only seven leading U.S. companies have confirmed that they won't donate any funds in 2022 to politicians who supported the January 6 insurrection.
January 4, 2022
Alternative Economies
Brands Taking Stands
Inequality Shown in 10 Charts: How the System Failed Workers in 2021
It’s clear the pandemic has widened inequality between the haves and the have-nots, and the work of these researchers back up such assumptions with data.
January 4, 2022
Sustainable Living
The EV Strategy at Ford Is Winning Buy-In from Investors
The shift toward electrification at Ford is resonating with both drivers and investors, based on the automaker's stock performance over the past year.
January 3, 2022
Sustainable Living
Chipotle Spices Up the New Year with Vegan Chorizo
For those craving spice but want to avoid animal products, Chipotle is now offering a vegan chorizo option at more of its locations.
January 3, 2022
Corporate Responsibility
We’re Closing In on 2022: Holiday Greetings from the Writers and Editors at TriplePundit!
We'll slow down publishing during the week of Dec. 26; but ICYMI, the writers and editors at TriplePundit have a "greatest hits" list and wish you Happy Holidays!
December 23, 2021
Community Development
Giving: The Big Takeaway from Black Xmas
Despite what much of the mainstream press has been saying, in the end, the key message of Black Xmas is about giving back to the community.
December 21, 2021
Community Development
Omicron Variant Underscores Push to Share mRNA Technology Worldwide
Supporters of the sharing and transfer of mRNA vaccine technology say action must be taken now, especially with the rapid spread of the Omicron variant.
December 21, 2021
Corporate Responsibility
Seven Urban Meyer Moments in Sustainability That Marked 2021
While we're on the topic of Urban Meyer moments, the world of sustainability had its own fair share of face-palming incidents during 2021.
December 18, 2021
Sustainable Living
Six Sustainable Apparel and Textiles Trends Defining 2021
Defining trends within an $800 billion industry is a tall order; nevertheless, we present six sustainable apparel trends that marked 2021.
December 16, 2021
Brands Taking Stands
Companies Using AI in Hiring Will Soon Face New Regulations
New York City now requires companies using AI as part of any hiring practice to inform job applicants that such technology is part of the vetting process.
December 14, 2021
Corporate Responsibility
The Top 15 TriplePundit Stories of 2021
While that most difficult year 2020 extended into 2021, we arrived at what are the 15 most read TriplePundit stories over the past 12 months.
December 14, 2021
Sustainable Living
New Timberland Collection a Tribute to the Northern Lights
Timberland recently launched a new outdoor gear collection that showcases the northern lights' vibrant colors - and incorporates sustainable design to boot.
December 14, 2021
Technology
This Coalition of Companies Promises to End Algorithmic Bias in Hiring
A new coalition of leading U.S. companies has pledged to take constructive steps to eliminate any algorithmic bias within their hiring practices.
December 9, 2021
Brands Taking Stands
Yas Queen! How Drag Queens Are Making Gaming More Inclusive
Drag queens are slaying the gaming world: They’re performing, showcasing fashion and, yes, playing. And therein lies a lesson in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) for companies.
December 7, 2021
Sponsored
Doing More with Less: Circularity in Packaging
The Circular Economy Has a Critical Role in Driving Climate Action
Research suggests shifting to renewable energy will eliminate just over half of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions. Shifting toward a circular economy can help tackle what's left, experts say.
December 6, 2021
Brands Taking Stands
Food Banks Are Struggling to Meet Demand: Here’s How One Company is Stepping Up
Companies that want to help local food banks but are in need of ideas on how they can assist can take notes from this northern California tech company.
November 30, 2021
Community Development
Happy Thanksgiving! We’re Absolutely Thankful for Our Readers
3p's editorial staff wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving; we'll return on Nov. 29. In the meantime, here's a crowd-pleasing recipe from the executive editor.
November 24, 2021
Energy
By 2028, Ikea Will Phase Out Plastic from All Consumer Packaging
Ikea will phase out all plastic from its consumer packaging by 2028, replacing it with paper and eventually recycled and renewable materials.
November 23, 2021
Finance
Four Things to Know About Small Business Saturday
It seems as if Black Friday has been going on for weeks already, but that doesn’t minimize the importance of Small Business Saturday across the U.S.
November 23, 2021
Sustainable Living
Rest in Peace (Literally), Thanksgiving Day Shopping
Soon, store hours on Thanksgiving Day will soon become a distant memory, starting with Target, which won’t be open at all that day or night – for good.
November 22, 2021
Voices for Change
Five Ideas to Help Make Giving Tuesday 2021 Count
For those who want to be a part of Giving Tuesday, but are not sure where to start, these five ideas offer a starting point.
November 22, 2021
Corporate Responsibility
Department Store Enlists Corporate Employees for the Black Friday Front Lines
A new employee engagement tool? With retail workers hard to find, Macy's asked corporate employees to work at stores on Black Friday and through December.
November 19, 2021
Brands Taking Stands
A Second Chance with a Guaranteed Income Boost
This group in Florida seeks to make a second chance possible by offering a monthly guaranteed income to help the formerly incarcerated rebuild their lives.
November 17, 2021
Sustainable Living
Five Reasons We Should All Try to Buy Less Stuff
A pledge to buy less stuff this holiday season could generate several benefits, from giving workers a chance to breathe to improving our mental health.
November 16, 2021
Community Development
Society Supports Veterans – But Can Companies Do More?
Despite corporate America's public support for veterans, there’s a perception gap in what’s communicated and what the general public believes is happening.
November 11, 2021
Brands Taking Stands
COP26 Lends Companies an Opportunity to Strengthen Climate Action Messaging
More companies have shown that they believe in science; yet they can go further by making it clear reducing emissions is about more than climate action.
November 10, 2021
Finance
In the Global Supply Chain Squid Game, Small Businesses Are the Ones Wearing the Green Tracksuits
Supply chain snags are festering everywhere and across almost every industry - for small businesses, the stress is especially palpable and risks loom large.
November 9, 2021
Sustainable Living
Oddly Enough, COP26 Could Reshape the Global Food Sector
We don't know if COP26 will or won't have any lasting impact, but there are signals that the global food sector is poised for long-term change.
November 8, 2021
Energy
COP26 Puts Its Stamp on ‘Nature Day’ with Commitment to Sunset Coal
“Nature Day” at COP26 in Glasgow resulted in a coalition of nations and financial institutions that together have pledged to phase out coal power.
November 4, 2021
Energy
Climate Finance Takes Center Stage at COP26
Climate finance became a point of contention in Glasgow as poorer countries demand what's been promised to them while fossil fuel projects are put on ice.
November 3, 2021
Brands Taking Stands
For Indigenous Peoples, COP26 Commitments on Forests Offer a Tiny Start
COP26 is singing a much different tune, but new commitments to Indigenous peoples and deforestation should come with notes of caution.
November 2, 2021
Technology
‘Pre-Bunking’ Climate Misinformation During COP26
During COP26, Twitter will roll out a constant stream of content that will “pre-bunk” any climate misinformation that could flow across its platform.
November 2, 2021
Voices for Change
Kids Could Lose or Gain the Most from COP26 Talks, But Are Left Out of the Conversations
COP26 is in a large part about a growing children’s rights crisis, as they are the ones will will long suffer the effects of global warming the most.
November 1, 2021
Brands Taking Stands
More Black Leaders Are Joining Corporate Boards. In the C-Suite, It’s a Different Story
Last year’s corporate commitments to DEI could have made a difference in adding more Black leaders to corporate boards across the U.S.
October 26, 2021
Corporate Responsibility
Do Your Employees Know About Your Company’s DEI Work? Survey Says: They Are Very Interested in a Four-Day Workweek
Your company may be proud of its DEI efforts, but research suggests employees aren't in the know — though they are keen on the idea of a four-day workweek.
October 25, 2021
Energy
Plastic Could Become a Larger Polluter Than Coal by 2030
If current trends hold, by 2030 the the manufacturing of plastic in the U.S. could become a larger polluter than coal, according to new research.
October 22, 2021
Brands Taking Stands
The Pandemic Keeps Piling on the ‘She-cession’
More evidence strongly suggests the pandemic is curtailing many women’s opportunities in leadership, career advancement and work-life balance.
October 19, 2021
Energy
Micromobility: If It Works in Lisbon, It Can Work Anywhere
Despite its terrain and layout, Lisbon shows that if micromobility can work in this city of 540,000, it can be a vital part of any city's transport system.
October 18, 2021
Finance
Department of Labor’s Rule Change Shows ESG Funds Have Staying Power
A recent DOL decision could allow ESG funds and similar financial products to become available to more than 100 million U.S. workers saving for retirement.
October 18, 2021
Community Development
Vaccine Mandates: An Employee Engagement Tool?
A recent survey has suggested that vaccine mandates could be one way for employees to score trust engagement and loyalty from employees.
October 18, 2021
Sustainable Living
Two All Plant-Based Patties, Special Sauce, Lettuce, Cheese …
A holdout no longer: McDonald's is test marketing its version of a plant-based burger at eight U.S. locations starting the first week in November.
October 15, 2021
Sustainable Living
Timberland Keeps Apace with Its Latest Line of Sustainably Made Footwear
Timberland recently rolled out its Greenstride collection, which features footwear sporting soles made with responsibly sourced sugar cane and rubber.
October 14, 2021
Community Development
While Corporations Kept Relying on Lobbying During the Pandemic, Women of Color in Business Turned to Friends and Family
Among those shut out of any opportunity to gain a boost for their companies through lobbying are women of color struggling to keep their businesses afloat.
October 14, 2021
Brands Taking Stands
American Workers Are Frustrated, so HR Needs to Pivot
As more American workers leave their jobs, other employees struggle to manage both work and home. It's up to companies to lend them even more support.
October 13, 2021
Sustainable Living
This Chain Is Taking on Portugal’s Carnivorous Food Scene, One Vegan F*cking Burger at a Time
Food in Portugal can be heavy on the carnivore side, but new chains like Mother Burger are rewriting the rules about local cuisine and vegan options.
October 11, 2021
Energy
Iraq Takes a Step Toward Ending Its Resource Curse
The resource curse in Iraq has long been a drag on its economy, but new investments in solar could result in job opportunities for Iraqi women and youth.
October 11, 2021