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Boards Urged to Integrate Sustainability into Core Business Strategy for Enhanced Resilience

Boards Urged to Integrate Sustainability into Core Business Strategy for Enhanced Resilience

Boards Urged to Integrate Sustainability into Core Business Strategy for Enhanced Resilience
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U.S. Initiatives Focus on Expanding Equitable Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

U.S. Initiatives Focus on Expanding Equitable Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

Various U.S. federal, state, and local initiatives are actively working to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, with a significant focus on ensuring equitable access. The Biden-Harris Administration has announced $623 million in grants to broaden the national EV charging network. Federal programs, including those from the FHWA and USDOT, provide funding and guidance for infrastructure development. States like Oregon are implementing programs, such as the Community Charging Rebates Program, to extend EV charging access to underserved and rural communities. Planning documents from various regions, including the Bay Area and Tahoe-Truckee, outline strategies for increased plug-in electric vehicle adoption and infrastructure needs. Research studies are also examining disparities in EV charging availability and affordability across different racial and income groups in California, highlighting the importance of social equity in deployment.
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AI-Powered Study Reveals Benefit Corporations with B Corp Certification Exhibit Higher Quality Sustainability Reporting in Minnesota

AI-Powered Study Reveals Benefit Corporations with B Corp Certification Exhibit Higher Quality Sustainability Reporting in Minnesota

AI-Powered Study Reveals Benefit Corporations with B Corp Certification Exhibit Higher Quality Sustainability Reporting in Minnesota
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Sierra Pacific Industries Fined for Wastewater Violations at Oregon Mill

Sierra Pacific Industries Fined for Wastewater Violations at Oregon Mill

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has issued a fine of $13,600 to Seneca Sawmill Co., a facility owned by Sierra Pacific Industries, for multiple wastewater violations at its Highway 99 mill. The violations, which occurred between 2021 and 2024, included releasing wastewater with excessive levels of total suspended solids, unbalanced pH levels (both too acidic and too alkaline), and elevated temperatures. Additionally, the DEQ found that the mill failed to collect required data for an entire week and seven other individual days. Sierra Pacific Industries acquired the Seneca sawmill in 2021. The mill operates under a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit, which mandates monitoring of wastewater runoff. A spokesperson for Sierra Pacific Industries, Courtney Griesel, stated that the company takes environmental compliance seriously and has collaborated with the DEQ to enhance monitoring and reporting practices, confirming that the fine has been paid and corrective actions ha...
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Corporate Social Responsibility Programs Evolve into Strategic Business Drivers

Corporate Social Responsibility Programs Evolve into Strategic Business Drivers

Corporate Social Responsibility Programs Evolve into Strategic Business Drivers
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Wharton Study Reveals Financial Impact of Greenhushing and Greenwashing on U.S. Firms' Stock Returns

Wharton Study Reveals Financial Impact of Greenhushing and Greenwashing on U.S. Firms' Stock Returns

Wharton Study Reveals Financial Impact of Greenhushing and Greenwashing on U.S. Firms' Stock Returns
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Columbia Sportswear Seeks SAP Supply Chain Product Manager to Enhance Global Operations

Columbia Sportswear Seeks SAP Supply Chain Product Manager to Enhance Global Operations

Columbia Sportswear Seeks SAP Supply Chain Product Manager to Enhance Global Operations
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Oregon Advocates Propose 2028 Ballot Measure to Ban Corporate Campaign Contributions and Rework State Finance Law

Oregon Advocates Propose 2028 Ballot Measure to Ban Corporate Campaign Contributions and Rework State Finance Law

Supporters of campaign finance reform in Oregon are pushing for a 2028 constitutional amendment to prohibit corporations, unions, and other organizations from spending money to influence elections. This proposed measure is similar to a Hawaii law passed earlier this year and a Montana ballot measure set for November, both of which aim to circumvent the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2010 Citizens United v. FEC decision. The core premise is that state governments have the authority to ban political spending by corporations within their borders. The amendment would not prevent businesses or unions from forming political action committees or their members from donating to candidates, but it seeks to eliminate independent expenditures, often referred to as 'dark money.' Additionally, petitioners plan to introduce two more constitutional amendments: one to revise the state’s 2024 campaign finance law, which was a compromise among various stakeholders, and another to establish a 'Democracy Vouchers' system similar to Seat...
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Ohio State remains atop the US LBM Coaches Poll after Week 1

Ohio State remains atop the US LBM Coaches Poll after Week 1

The latest US LBM Coaches Poll is out after Week 1, and Ohio State remains on top. Here's how the entire top 25 looks.
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WalletHub ranks North Carolina among top 15 happiest states in U.S.

WalletHub ranks North Carolina among top 15 happiest states in U.S.

WalletHub rankings were made based on three key metrics. See where North Carolina ranked among top 15.
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Strobe-Like Lightning and Heat Dome Grip Southern U.S.

Strobe-Like Lightning and Heat Dome Grip Southern U.S.

A thunderstorm over South Carolina recently produced lightning that resembled strobe lights, creating a dramatic visual effect in the night sky. This phenomenon is often caused by rapid atmospheric changes, such as swirling air patterns. Meanwhile, a heat dome is intensifying across the southern United States, leading to extreme temperatures and prolonged heat conditions. In the Pacific, three hurricanes have formed in areas influenced by El Niño, signaling heightened tropical activity. Additionally, eastern Oregon is experiencing one of its most destructive wildfire seasons, with towering columns of smoke and fire visible across scorched landscapes. Flooding has also been reported in Glassboro, New Jersey, where water overwhelmed a basement sliding door, highlighting the risks of storm surge and coastal flooding during hurricane season. Source time: Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:42:00 GMT.
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Recent Earthquakes Detected by PNSN in the United States

Recent Earthquakes Detected by PNSN in the United States

The Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN) has reported several recent earthquakes in the United States over the past two weeks. Notable events include a 2.0 magnitude earthquake near Willits, California, on September 7, 2026, at 03:50 UTC, and a 1.6 magnitude quake near Goat Rocks, Washington, on September 8, 2026, at 13:49 UTC. The strongest earthquake recorded by PNSN during this period was a 5.3 magnitude event off the coast of Oregon on September 7, 2026, at 01:30 UTC, followed by a 3.9 magnitude quake in the same region shortly after.