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Research 3 companies and their initiatives and program

COCA-COLA
The Coca-Cola Foundation was established in 1984 by Roberto Goizueta, Chairman and CEO of The
Coca-Cola Company at the time. Over the last three decades, the Foundation has grown from a
regional foundation to a multi-national humanitarian institution. Since its inception, the Foundation
has supported learning both inside and outside of the classroom. Addressing substantial
community possibilities and concerns, on the other hand, is an ongoing activity. In 2007, the
Foundation increased its funding of community recycling programs and global water stewardship
activities. Women's entrepreneurship and empowerment are now part of their plans that align with
the company's sustainable philosophy. In 2021, the Coca-Cola Foundation will provide $109.2
million to over 350 organizations across the world.

DISNEY
The Walt Disney Company believes that education is the key to opportunity and proudly
supports its workforce by sponsoring the most comprehensive employer education program in
the country. Launched in 2018, Disney’s Aspire initiative covers 100 percent of tuition costs and
provides support services to employees as they complete their coursework, including onsite
“study hall” spaces and private career coaching. Disney Aspire was launched to expand access
to education for its cast members and The Walt Disney Company has pledged $150 million
towards high school equivalency, English-language learning, vocational training, college and
master’s degrees, and more. The resource allows access to eleven universities and technical
schools- including online programs by the University of Arizona and the University of Central
Florida and pays the tuition directly to the campus along with textbooks, materials, and other
fees. More than half of Disney’s 90,000 full- and part-time hourly employees have taken the
initial step to enroll. The Walt Disney Company views this effort as a commitment to build
futures and uplift communities through workforce development and does not require that
employees pursue an education which relates to the titles they hold with the company.
IKEA
IKEA focuses on bettering the lives of children through their social initiatives. In the 1990s, they
began fighting child labor practices and have continued to support healthy living conditions for
children since then. Since 2001 IKEA has donated over $200 million to UNICEF, to help supply
a healthy environment, like access to clean drinking water, for children around the world. In
2016 the home brand also launched their “Let’s Play for Change” initiative that focuses on
providing children a nurturing space to grow and develop in areas where they often lack a safe
space to play.

2. To Promote “SUSTAINABILITY”
COCA COLA

As a brand, Coca-Cola is putting a huge focus on sustainability. The key areas are climate,
packaging and agriculture along with water stewardship and product quality. Their message is ‘a
world without waste’, with the aim of collecting and recycling every bottle, making their
packaging 100% recyclable and replacing all water used in creating their drinks back to the
environment to ensure water security. They aim that by 2030, they will have reduced their
carbon footprint by 25%.

DISNEY
The Walt Disney Company is using the Environmental Sustainability it is committed to taking
meaningful and measurable action to support a healthier planet for future generations as we
operate and grow our business. In Reducing Emissions, Walt Disney World® Resort and
Reedy Creek Improvement District teamed up with local utility partners to begin development of
two new 75MW solar facilities. When they come online, the new facilities, paired with two
existing facilities, are projected to bring the Walt Disney World Resort’s renewable energy
consumption up to nearly 40% of its annual total power use. In Conserving Water,
Through water conservation efforts and use of reclaimed water, they are working to reduce
potable water consumption to their operations. Recent efforts at their theme parks and resorts
include using artificial turf and implementing a sophisticated irrigation control system at
Disneyland Resort as part of drought fighting efforts. In Reducing Waste, They eliminated
single-use plastic straws and stirrers at all owned and operated locations globally, a reduction of
more than 175M straws and 13M stirrers per year. Meanwhile, organic waste from Walt Disney
World is sent to an off-site composting facility where it is turned into a nutrient-rich soil product
and can be used to fertilize onsite plants. In Lower Impact Products, They redesigned their
iconic Core Classic dolls to feature plastic-free packaging that is made of 100% recyclable,
sustainably sourced paper. It’s also easier to open than traditional packaging, providing a more
accessible unboxing experience for kids and families. And Lastly, In Building Sustainably, In
collaboration with design teams across the company, and leveraging the creative expertise of
Disney Imaginers, They have established a new, rigorous set of internal Sustainable Design
Standards, aligned with 2030 goals.

IKEA
We no longer sell non-rechargeable alkaline batteries and have replaced them with our LADDA
rechargeable batteries. This helps customers to significantly reduce waste and save money in
the long run. 99.5% of the wood used for IKEA products is either Forest Stewardship Council®-
certified (FSC®) or recycled.