April 9, 2021
To: Comerica Colleagues
Subject: Comerica Celebrates Earth Month 2021
Join Comerica in celebrating Earth Month 2021! Now more than ever, environmental issues are top of mind, and Comerica is doing its part to erase its environmental footprint.
Around the world, the month of April is dedicated to increasing awareness about climate change, the environment and the overall health of our planet. In recognition of this month’s importance, Comerica’s Corporate Sustainability Office and Green Office Teams are pleased to offer a rich line-up of programs and events, bridging environmental and social impacts. Don’t miss your chance to participate in these great events and learn more about how you can make a difference!
We’d also like to remind of some simple steps you can adopt today, if you haven’t already, to help save the Earth:
- Use cloth towels Instead of paper ones.
- Turn off the lights whenever you leave a room
- Take the stairs instead of the elevator.
- Recycle your old electronics.
- Start a garden.
- Compost food waste.
Earth Month Events:
Webinars
- Building Equity for All Webinar Series
A three-part interview style webinar series — organized by the nonprofit EarthShare. Please sign up for all three webinars. Registration closes on Monday, April 12, for the April 15 webinar.- Dates: April 15, 29 & May 12
- Time: 10 a.m. PT / 12 p.m. CT / 1 p.m. ET (1 hour)
- How to Register:
- Environmental Justice: Thursday, April 15, 2021
- Climate Justice: Thursday, April 29, 2021
- Energy Justice: Wednesday, May 12, 2021
- Ask Me Anything with The Corporate Sustainability Team
Join Scott Beckerman, Director of Corporate Sustainability, and Kristin Bloser, Senior Sustainability Officer, to learn more about Comerica’s Sustainability Program.- Date: April 19, 2021
- Time: 9 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. CT / 12 p.m. ET (1 hour)
- Add to Outlook Calendar
- Learn About The Master of Sustainability Awareness Program
Join Kristin Bloser, Senior Sustainability Officer, to learn about Comerica’s Master of Sustainability Awareness Program.
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- Date: April 19, 2021
- Time: 11 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. CT / 2 p.m. ET (1 hour)
- Add to Outlook Calendar
- Restore Our Earth: Restore Ourselves
During this webinar, we will discuss how regular time spent outdoors has been correlated to greater cognitive function and mental wellbeing, such as less anxiety, lower stress, higher self-esteem and better mood.
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- Date: April 22, 2021
- Time: 9 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. CT / 12 p.m. ET (1 hour)
- How to Register: Please email your RSVP to Tricia Jones and Stacy Lott
- Learn About A New Sustainable Restaurant Option in Dallas
Join us virtually to learn about the sustainable benefits of eating a plant-based diet and the newly opened Belse Plant Cuisine Restaurant in Downtown Dallas.
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- Date: April 29, 2021
- Time: 2:30 p.m. PT / 4:30 p.m. CT / 5:30 p.m. ET (1 hour)
- How to Register: Please send RSVP to Stacy Lott
Lunch and Learn
- Detroit Hives Lunch & Learn
Detroit Hives is a 501c(3) non-profit organization working to create sustainable communities and bee populations by transforming vacant lots into pollinator friendly spaces.
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- Date: April 20, 2021
- Time: 9 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. CT / 12 p.m. ET (1 hour)
- Add to Outlook Calendar
- Lunchtime Meditation
Join us for a free lunchtime Meditation session. Step away from your hectic day to quiet your mind. * Space is limited to the first 300 guests to attend.
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- Date: April 22, 2021
- Time: 9 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. CT / 12 p.m. ET (1 hour)
- Add to Outlook Calendar
Happy Hour
- Virtual Sustainability Happy Hour
Join the Texas Green Team as we celebrate Earth Week virtually with a happy hour discussion of locally available and Sustainability in Practice (SIP)-produced Texas wines and spirits.- Date: April 23, 2021
- Time: 2 p.m. PT / 4 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. ET (1 hour)
- How to Register: Please email your RSVP to Tricia Jones and Stacy Lott
Engagement Events
- Join the Ecochallenge
Drawdown is a solutions-oriented engagement program focused on individuals taking action to reduce negative environmental and social impacts associated with greenhouse gases in our atmosphere.- Date: April 1-30, 2021
- How to Register:
- After Work Yoga
Join us for a free online yoga session. All levels of practitioners are welcome.- Date: April 20, 2021
- Time: 2 p.m. PT / 4 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. ET (1 hour)
- How to Register: Please send RSVP to Adriana Seaton with the completed waiver then she will send you the calendar invitation and the Microsoft Teams link. * Space is limited to the first 300 colleagues who RSVP.
Earth Month events are eligible for Master of Sustainability Awareness (MSA) Program credit. Not part of MSA yet? Visit MSA Connect page to learn more! If you have questions or would like more information on how to participate in any of these Earth Day events, please contact Kristin Bloser.