Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Fighting for Forests, Walmart Moves to Source Sustainable Paper

The journey from tree, to pulp, to paper is a long one. It doesn’t happen overnight or without the input of people across the supply chain. Because that journey impacts forests globally, we aim to have it begin & end with sustainability at its core.

Environment

As U.S. Rebuilds Economy, Companies Urged to Align Lobbying With Science-based Climate Action

As the U.S. works to rebuild the economy, companies across the nation are being urged to align their action on climate change with the latest science that calls for limiting global temperature rise to no more than 1.5 degrees Celsius

AI & Technology

T‑Mobile Unveils Latest Un‑carrier Move: Scam Shield — A Massive Set of Free Solutions to Protect Customers From Rampant Scams and Robocalls

T-Mobile’s latest Un-carrier move, Scam Shield, takes on scams and unwanted robocalls with an unparalleled series of bold solutions to protect T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Sprint customers for free.

Health & Healthcare

What We're Learning: Navigating a Pandemic Through the Lens of an HSE Leader

Over the course of April, Acre convened a number of virtual round-tables to discuss business continuity and effective Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) leadership during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Research & Reports

Case Study: Impact of Installing Bio-toilets on School Children in India

In India, almost 50 million people lack access to adequate sanitation, thereby increasing risks of water contamination leading to diseases. In 2017, the country still had the highest number of people practising open defecation in the world.

Philanthropy

ON Semiconductor Malaysia Believes in the Investment in Science

If we can make science inspirational and fun, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) would not be “too difficult.” It is easier to learn when the subject taught is enjoyable and students can relate to it through experiments being conducted.

AI & Technology

Qualcomm Forms Smart City Partnership with Infinite

Together, the two companies will try to provide developers with end-to-end IoT-as-a-Service (IoTaaS) technology that will make it easier bring new connected solutions to the market.

Events

JUST LAUNCHED: Reuters Events Delivering Net-Zero Week - Ahead of COP26

2020 was due to be a landmark year for those pushing for a net-zero future, with world leaders being tasked update and upgrade their pledges on tackling climate change and emissions targets through to 2030.

Environment

Procter & Gamble Amplifies Commitment to Protect the Planet by Joining the Arbor Day Foundation's Evergreen Alliance

Procter and Gamble, one of the nation’s leading consumer goods companies, has amplified its commitment to tree planting by joining the Arbor Day Foundation’s Evergreen Alliance.

Awards & Rankings

Discovery Education Experience and the Company's Corporate & Community Partnership Programs Honored with 2020 Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence

Discovery Education Experience and the company’s corporate & community partnership programs were recently honored with 2020 Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence.

Media & Communications

World Environment Center Elects New Board Members

As part of an ongoing commitment to expand its thought leadership, diversity and effectiveness as a global sustainability organization, the World Environment Center’s Board of Directors has elected three individuals for Board membership.

Research & Reports

Announcing Wave VIII of the Porter Novelli COVID-19 Tracker: Responsible Business in Continued Crisis

Today, the United States finds itself in uncharted territory. While many states are in various stages of reopening, the virus surges to new heights across the south and west.

Energy & Infrastructure

VIDEO | Behind-the-Scenes of a Living Site

Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Mohawk Group's "Living Site" carpet tile plant located in Virginia's picturesque Shenandoah Valley.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Walgreens Earns Best Place to Work on 2020 Disability Equality Index

Walgreens has been recognized for the fourth consecutive year with a top score of 100 percent on the 2020 Disability Equality Index® (DEI), a joint initiative by Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD).

Corporate Responsibility

Social Value Matters 2020 Speaker Profile - Mayor Lisa Helps & Mayor Josie Osborne

This September, Social Value Canada is convening Social Value International's #SVM2020 conference virtually from Toronto. We're thrilled to announce Josie Osborne, the Mayor of Tofino, B.C., and Lisa Helps, the Mayor of Victoria, B.C., as two featured contributors.

AI & Technology

CNH Industrial Electrifies the Construction Industry With "ProjectZeus"

CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE: CNHI /MI: CNHI) is continuously pushing the boundaries of what is possible with clean energy and alternative fuel solutions.

Socially Responsible Investing

Community Health Facilitators Support CASHPOR's COVID Response in India

One of India’s first responses to the COVID crisis was a strict lockdown from late March through May. During this period, government guidelines restricted movements, especially across jurisdictions

Education & Workforce Development

The Cisco Intern Experience Goes Virtual

It’s hard to believe that just eight months ago, from my little apartment in Florence, Italy, I was clicking through the electronic paperwork for the offer I had just received from Cisco. I was going to be an incoming intern for the...

Awards & Rankings

Merck named Employer of the Year by Disability:IN

Merck has been recognized by Disability:IN® as the 2020 Employer of the Year for its exemplary policies, strategies and initiatives that have resulted in measurable results in areas of disability inclusiveness...

Environment

The Importance of Recycling During a Pandemic

Just about everything is shipped in a paper box including vital medical supplies and everyday items you buy at the grocery store. It’s also why recycling paper products and cardboard boxes has become even more critical to ensure there’s enough...

Corporate Responsibility

Being a Responsible & Ethical Business

Hershey prioritizes upholding ethical business conduct and being transparent. Through our commitment to live our values, we have developed robust policies and procedures to act responsibly across our operations and supply chain.

Philanthropy

Stand Up To Cancer® Announces New Research and Education Effort Focused on Improving Health Equity for Underserved Lung Cancer Patients

Stand Up To Cancer today announced a new $5 million grant from Bristol Myers Squibb to fund research and education efforts aimed at achieving health equity for underserved lung cancer patients, including Black people and people...

Latest Campaigns

License to Operate

Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...

LATAM Growth

DP World is significantly expanding its operations in Latin America, focusing on enhancing port infrastructure and increasing cargo handling...

Opportunity for All

At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...

Growth Through Sustainability

Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...

Accelerating access to healthcare technology

We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...

Kingfisher Around the World

The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...

KeyBank: Responsible Banking

Everyone’s financial journey is different. We make intentional efforts to meet the individual needs of clients and communities through a diverse range...

Sustainability by Antea Group

At Antea Group, we believe the best sustainability programs integrate sustainability into core business practices, we identify and act on relevant...

Greener Products and Solutions

We actively integrate sustainability into the product development process and look at all phases of the product life cycle for opportunities to...

FedEx | Awards & Recognition

We are consistently ranked among the world’s most admired brands and employers. Read more about honors and recognition for FedEx’s ongoing effort to...