The 2021 report highlights company's progress combating climate change, driving product responsibility, empowering people and ensuring governance
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NEW BRITAIN, Conn., May 3, 2022 /3BL Media/ - Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) recently released its 2021 Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) report, "Growth With Purpose," highlighting the company's sustainability, social impact and governance commitments, with an emphasis on addressing climate impacts and elevating divers
Skilled laborers and tradespeople have a deep, profound history in the U.S., serving as the engine that has built our country's infrastructure and economy, dating back to the very founding of this country. In fact, even George Washington served an apprenticeship to become a land surveyor.
Today, this need is as critical as ever, with demand for additional housing, alternative energy, new means of transportation, and a rapidly expanding digital infrastructure that has been the basis for remote work during the pandemic.
Most students think skilled trades are a good career option, but just 16% are very likely to consider it
Young people underestimate the income potential for a skilled trade career; however, half of current skilled trade workers with less than 10 years' experience earned at least $50,000 to start
Most young people have outdated perceptions of the trades; 89% of workers said they work with cutting-edge technology and 94% say that their jobs are high in demand
Fifty-eight percent of young people have never talked meaningfully to a skilled trades professional about career opportunities
Stanley Black & Decker convenes panel to discuss the state of the trades
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Most students think skilled trades are a good career option, but just 16% are very likely to consider it
Young people underestimate the income potential for a skilled trade career; however, half of current skilled trade workers with less than 10 years' experience earned at least $50,000 to start
Most young people have outdated perceptions of the trades; 89% of workers said they work with cutting-edge technology and 94% say that their jobs are high in demand
Fifty-eight percent of young people have never talked meaningfully to a skilled trades professional about career opportunities
Stanley Black & Decker convenes panel to discuss the state of the trades
What will it take to create a more sustainable world? Everything from water stewardship to pledging to be carbon neutral by 2030. At Stanley Black & Decker, our commitment to environmental sustainability remains core to the way we operate, particularly with regard to climate, waste and water.
The pandemic profoundly disrupted every aspect of our work and personal life. This is particularly true for women, who, in addition to holding down jobs, often take on primary caregiver responsibilities for their children, parents or other family members.
As we enter into a new era of work in which employees have more options – flexibility is the norm, health and well-being are vital and opportunities to advance workplace gender equity are perhaps more promising than ever.
Stanley Black & Decker has signed a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) with ENGIE North America (“ENGIE”), a global leader in low-carbon energy solutions, to develop new wind energy in Texas.
Company named to the CDP Climate and Water 'A List' for the fourth consecutive year
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NEW BRITAIN, Conn., December 14, 2021 /3BL Media/ - Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) today announced that for the fourth consecutive year, it has been recognized for its leadership in climate action and water security by global environmental non-profit CDP. For the eighth year, the company also achieved CDP Leadership Status.
CDP recognized Stanley Black & Decker for being a leader on corporate environmental ambition, action and transparency worldwide and demonstrating significant action on climate change and water security risks.
Company also included in the North American Index for the 11th consecutive year
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NEW BRITAIN, Conn., November 19, 2021 /3BL Media/ - Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) today announced that the company has been named to the annual Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI) by S&P Dow Jones Indices for the fourth consecutive year and included on the DJSI North America Index for the 11th consecutive year.
