Ashland Global Holdings Inc. announces a new program called Responsible Solvers that brings together the company’s global philanthropic commitment to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education with additional STEM funding and a paid employee volunteer program. The customizable program reportedly allows Ashland manufacturing sites and regional teams to create and support programs that address their specific communities’ and cultures’ most pressing local issues.
“The increased funding is not just a philanthropic investment,” says Guillermo Novo, chair and chief executive officer, Ashland. “It is a strategic part of our business model. Ashland’s transformation shows why leading on environment, social and governance (ESG) issues is vital for our company’s long-term future. We are problem-solvers and integrating issues like climate change, inclusion and diversity and corporate transparency into our business model allow us to play a critical role in some of the greatest challenges on the planet — challenges that are reshaping our markets as we speak where our solutions expertise and the Responsible Solvers™ program add real value.”
The company says it is confident that by standardizing the global program and localizing its focus, Ashland can increase employee engagement on critical issues and focus community impact where it matters most in every region of the world.
For more information, visit: www.ashland.com/responsiblesolvers
