Kinderfarms' Kinder For Life social media challenge is raising awareness of and funds for cleaner, safer drinking water for those in need, partnering with Change.org to make the effort successful.

PepsiCo Inc., Purchase, N.Y., released its 2020 Green Bond Report, which provides an update on the allocation of the use of net proceeds from its first Green Bond, issued in October 2019 for $1 billion. As disclosed at issuance, the Green Bond's net proceeds are to be allocated to investments where PepsiCo believes it can make a lasting impact on priorities within its sustainability agenda, including packaging, decarbonization and water, while advancing several of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.

Abbott announced the release of Ensure Plus, which now contains 16 grams of protein along with essential nutrients that support immune health, it says.

Operation Gratitude ships beverages, snacks and treats to first responders, National Guard members and deployed troops to express thankfulness. 

The American Beverage Association (ABA), Washington, D.C., announced it has joined the newly formed U.S. Plastics Pact as a Not-for-Profit Founding Activator. In this role, ABA will provide leadership in the transition to the circular economy for plastics and work with pact stakeholders to promote its acceleration, the association says. 

Guardian LLC has launched Guardian Athletic Rehydration, an organic hemp-infused performance beverage with no artificial ingredients.

BODYARMOR, a brand BA Sports Nutrition, Queens, N.Y., announced a partnership with Atlanta Hawks All-Star Trae Young as the brand’s newest athlete partner.

Beverage Industry provides an in-depth look into the performances and trends in the alcohol and non-alcohol categories within the last year.

Iconic Protein launched Iconic Kids, a protein drink for children that is free of sugar and features a full serving of vegetables from organic kale, broccoli and spinach.