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Philanthropy

Republic Services Awards Sustainability Scholarship

Inclusion & Opportunity

How Cisco’s Cafes and Employee Resource Organizations Celebrate Diversity

When it comes to embracing diversity, Cisco is in a class by itself. We not only have a diverse workforce – we continuously honor it. Through our Employee Resource Organizations (ERO) we support our employees as they establish deeper connections with one another while celebrating their cultures. These celebrations are also great opportunities to invite others to join in on the festivities and learn more about one another.

Health & Healthcare

P&O Cruises’ Guests Play a Part in Saving One Ni Van Life so That Others Can Be Saved in Health Emergencies

When 35-year-old Ni Van paramedic trainee Jerome Sese suffered a heart attack recently, P&O Cruises’ guests played a part in saving his life through their contributions to the guest-funded P&O Pacific Partnership.

AI & Technology

The Art of Losing Volumetric Weight

ON Semiconductor has found a way to increase packing density, in order to decrease the volumetric weight with our tape and reel packing process. Tape and reel involve several surface mounted devices (SMDs) being placed on tape and wound on a reel for easy transportation.

Research & Reports

Hess Corporation Shows Continued ESG Commitment and Progress in 2018 Sustainability Report

Hess Corporation (NYSE: HES) published its 2018 Sustainability Report today, providing a comprehensive review of the company’s strategy and performance on environmental, social and governance programs and initiatives.

Philanthropy

FrontDoor Changes the Landscape for NPOs

Research & Reports

Ecolab Ahead of Pace to Save Enough Water for 1 Billion People

Ecolab Inc., the global leader in water, hygiene and energy technologies, has released its 2018 corporate sustainability report, Accelerating Meaningful Change, which highlights its work with leading companies throughout the world to reduce environmental impact and drive cost savings. The 2018 publication is Ecolab’s 12th annual corporate sustainability report.

Energy & Infrastructure

Duke Energy Passes Major Renewable Milestone: 1 Gigawatt of Owned Solar Energy Capacity

With the North Rosamond Solar Facility coming online last month in California, Duke Energy has passed the 1-gigawatt (GW) threshold of utility-scale owned and operated solar facilities nationwide. Throughout the decade, Duke Energy has been building a solar portfolio that now includes almost 70 sites in 10 states, with a total capacity of 1.1 GW. At peak output, that could serve energy to approximately 2 million homes.

Events

Cannes: Aflac Opens Up About Risks From Successful Purpose Shift

The smart toy robot (My Special Aflac Duck) has so far helped more than 4,300 children battle through cancer, by providing emotional support and helping kids open up and communicate through such a troubling period.

Environment

Nestlé Waters Announces Partnership With Ocean Legacy Foundation

Plastic waste in the ocean poses a particular threat to many communities around the world and requires hands-on cleanup, education, infrastructure development and policies to stop further waste.

Environment

Antea Group Completes Acquisition of Tractebel-Engie Poland

Antea Group acquires the Polish subsidiary of Tractebel-Engie, the global engineering and consultancy firm.

Awards & Rankings

CNH Industrial Wins the ‘Valor Inovação Brasil’ Award for the Second Consecutive Year

The Company’s long-standing commitment to investment in research and development, which has seen significant increases over the last five years, has positioned CNH Industrial amongst the ten most innovative in Brazil, according to the ‘Valor Inovação Brasil’ (Innovation Value Brazil) Award 2019.

Environment

These Students Came up With an Ingenious Way to Keep Buildings Cool

Taking a page from the termite construction manual,Team Phalanx from the Industrial Design program at California State University, Long Beach has developed an insulation that could revolutionize how homes and offices are cooled.

Environment

EarthShare Welcomes Brad Leibov as New CEO

EarthShare, a leading environmental philanthropy supporting America’s largest coalition of environmental and conservation nonprofits and a strategic partner to the private-sector in corporate philanthropy and engagement, announced today that Bradley Leibov will join as its new chief executive officer.

Environment

John Butler, International Water Development Expert

John Butler has more than 40 years of experience in water and natural resource management. He is a senior technical advisor in Tetra Tech’s international development practice, focusing on water supply, sanitation, and water infrastructure improvements in Africa.

Health & Healthcare

Novartis Foundation to Focus Fully on How Digital, Data and AI Can Transform Global Health

The Novartis Foundation is sharpening its focus to concentrate fully on reimagining how data, digital and AI can transform global health. This new mandate builds on 40 years of striving for sustainable impact on health in low-income populations, most recently by focusing on leprosy elimination and cardiovascular health, in addition to digital health.

Research & Reports

CBRE Releases 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report

CBRE Group, Inc. has released its 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report, which highlights the company’s accomplishments as an industry leader in responsible business practices.

Corporate Responsibility

Olympic Games Sarajevo’84: The Human Legacy That Has Stood the Test of Time

The Games continue to play a central role in the identity of the region, seen as a symbol of strength and a way to celebrate peace-building and inter-regional cooperation. Many sites are explicitly designated as “Olympic”, (Skenderija Olympic Hall; Bjelašnica, Olympic Mountain; or the Olympic Stadium).

Volunteering & Community

PSEG Employees Raise Money for Veterans at Annual Tank Pull

In an amazing display of strength, PSEG employees participated in the tenth annual Tank Pull competition this past weekend, raising money for veterans.

Research & Reports

Sustainability and Automation: Two Megatrends Reshaping the Commercial & Industrial Space

While “going green” has been viewed as a reasonably sound business practice for years, since the January 1, 2016 release of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), it’s become clear that the focus on corporate sustainability has increased dramatically. Coincidentally, this shift is also underway as new levels of automation and information technology (IT) integration influence business capital spending.

Events

VIDEO | Mohawk Commemorates July 4th and Honors Employees with Georgia’s Largest American Flag

Though Mohawk enjoys global brand recognition as the world’s largest flooring manufacturer, a rich 140-year history is rooted in America. Its carpet has always been made in the U.S. With facilities and manufacturing operations across the nation, Mohawk is more committed than ever to American-made manufacturing – and the communities and families it impacts daily.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Albertsons Companies Announces Enhancements to Its On-Line Grocery Delivery Websites and Mobile Applications That Will Benefit Shoppers With Visual Impairments

Today’s announcement is the result of collaboration between Albertsons Cos. and several visually impaired customers of the company's family of grocery stores, including Safeway, in a process known as Structured Negotiation.

Corporate Responsibility

A Letter From Sappi North America's CEO and President Mark Gardner

2018 was an enormously important, transformational year for Sappi North America (SNA). We executed on several fronts to make our company sustainable for the long term. Through significant investments in our people and in our mills, and rigorous attention to our high standards for safety, operational efficiency and environmental stewardship, we are well on our way to becoming the thriving, diversified, growing business we set out to be just a few years ago. Let me share a few of my highlights and reflections for the future:

Inclusion & Opportunity

Tech Companies Lead the Way in Hiring People with Autism: What Can We Learn From Them?

An estimated 500,000 teens on the autism spectrum will age out of school-based services and enter the U.S. job market over the next decade, reports the nonprofit Autism Speaks.

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Leadership

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Kingfisher Around the World

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Rethinking EHS Podcast

Join us as we travel the world to uncover real stories of impact—from landfills and energy transition to workplace safety, emerging contaminants, and...

AEG's Commitment to Sustainable Operations

AEG's sustainability initiatives are designed to reduce our consumption of the planet’s limited resources. Through our comprehensive sustainability...

AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism

AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...

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...

Cascale Governance

Cascale shares updates from its Board of Directors who serve as the principal governing body and are responsible for setting the strategic direction...

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...

Wesco Cares

Life-changing events can happen to any of us, often when we least expect them. Employees in need can turn to the Wesco Cares. Its mission is to be an...

People

As a family-owned business, Bacardi values the importance of creating a warm and welcoming workplace. We do so by fostering an environment where...