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Environment

US and UK Studies Issue Warnings About Financial and Health Impacts of Climate Change

A new study by the London School of Economic (LSE), published in the peer-reviewed journal Nature Climate Change, says climate change could cut the value of the world’s financial assets by $2.5tn (£1.7tn).

Philanthropy

[VIDEO] Benevity User Conference 2016: Kal Stein on Workplace Giving

Recently in San Diego, business leaders from the U.S. and Canada gathered at Benevity's Goodness Matters User Conference to discuss the future of corporate philanthropy. In this video filmed at the conference, Kal Stein, Benevity Nonprofit Community Council Chair, discusses how technology can drive change and efficiency in the charitable landscape.

Environment

In Honor of Earth Day, National Geographic's Ford Cochran Takes Fox Colleagues on a Virtual Tour Through America's National Parks

As part of 21st Century Fox's Earth Day celebrations, Fox colleagues in LA were treated to a special presentation by Ford Cochran, renowned geologist, journalist, educator and director of programming at National Geographic Expeditions. Cochran, who has dedicated his career to the exploration and protection of parks, took attendees on a visual journey through some of the United States' most iconic national parks, accompanied by the stunning photography for which National Geographic is known. National Geographic is currently running its Power of Parks campaign, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service.

Volunteering & Community

LIVESTRONG Leader Runs The Boston Marathon

LIVESTRONG Leaders are individuals that make a yearly significant commitment to those in their community affected by cancer by spreading the message of LIVESTRONG. They do this by fundraising, hosting events, bringing LIVESTRONG resources to their local hospitals and more. One of our amazing leaders from California, Phil Toomey, talks about why he is involved with LIVESTRONG and what he is doing in his community to help spread the LIVESTRONG message.

Environment

BNY Mellon Celebrated Earth Day by Kicking Off Six Weeks of Sustainability Focused Events

We are kicking off our 5th annual BNY Mellon “Eco Days” program, which encourages our more than 300 Sustainability Ambassadors in 20 locations around the world to organize Earth-minded events. Running from Earth Day on April 22nd to World Environment Day on June 5th, Eco Days is intended to promote sustainability practices through nearly 30 events for BNY Mellon employees.

Volunteering & Community

Las Vegas Sands Celebrates Earth Day

In celebration of Earth Day, we are proud to announce that our Team Members from Las Vegas, Macao, Singapore and Bethlehem completed over 26,000 green actions during our annual “I Will If You Will” challenge, initiated by our Sands ECO360 global sustainability program. The challenge encouraged Las Vegas Sands Team Members to take action to reduce their impact on climate change.

Events

The Real Reason Millennials Want Your Brand to Have a CSR Program

If CSR is so important to attracting millennials why is it that young companies known for innovation don't have strong (if any) programs?

Inclusion & Opportunity

Veteran’s Latest Mission: Help Camp Hope

Awards & Rankings

Bristol-Myers Squibb Again Named Top Corporation Citizen

For the eighth consecutive year, Bristol-Myers Squibb ranks in the top 10, ranking sixth of the 100 BestCorporate Citizens, a leading benchmark for socially responsible investors and other stakeholders published by Corporate Responsibility magazine. The company has achieved the No. 1 ranking three times, including 2009, 2012 and 2014.

AI & Technology

Simprints: Changing Vulnerable Children’s Lives with Affordable Technology

Globally, the births of more than 50 million children – representing 40 per cent of the total births worldwide – go unregistered each year.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Why Rule of Law is Critical to Women’s Empowerment and Sustainable Development

Diversity and inclusion – in all its dimensions – is a business imperative that sparks innovation, fuels transformation and drives sustainable financial and economic performance. Gender equality was in the spotlight at the recent United Nations (UN) Commission on the Status of Women 60th Session side event, “Gender, Justice and Sustainable Development.” I joined representatives from UN member states, the private sector and civil society to discuss the interrelationship between gender and justice in achieving the ambitious 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Volunteering & Community

2016 Sodexo Future Chefs Competition - Featured Chef Isabelle Sarkody

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

The American National Standard for Sustainable Agriculture (ANSI/LEO-4000) Is Open to Registrants!

Leonardo Academy Inc, The Sustainability Experts®, announced today that the ANSI/LEO-4000, the new American National Standard for Sustainable Agriculture is open for business. The Standard, approved by the American National Standards Institute this past November, provides a framework for producers of food and fiber products to decisively advance sustainability in the agriculture industry.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

It’s Full Speed Ahead for the Biomimicry Global Design Challenge Accelerator Teams

Last October, eight teams from around the world were chosen to be part of the first-ever biomimicry food systems accelerator.

Awards & Rankings

Zack Greinke, Josh Donaldson Receive 2015 Players Choice Awards

Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson and Diamondbacks pitcher Zack Greinke received their Players Choice Awards in pre-game ceremonies this weekend.

Environment

The Sustainability of Bloomberg's European Headquarters in London

A critical feature of the building’s design and construction is focused on our commitment to sustainability.

Environment

Republic Celebrates Earth Day with #1MORE Pledge

This Earth Day, Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) encourages you to take the #1MORE Pledge and commit to a daily act of sustainability or service that helps to preserve our Blue Planet™. Visit 1morepledge.com to take the pledge and share your commitment with friends and family.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Trane Leaders Honor Two Employees for Six Decades of Service at Tyler, Texas Plant

Trane leaders recently hosted a 60th anniversary event at the Tyler, Texas, plant, where they honored employees with 50-plus year tenure, including two who started work the year the plant opened its doors in 1956.

Health & Healthcare

Sodexo Challenges Students to Create a Better Breakfast

Sodexo, the world leader in Quality of Life Services, believes that starting the day with breakfast is crucial to student well-being and performance. But every parent knows that finding nutritious options that kids will actually eat can be hard—so Sodexo consults with next-gen culinary experts.

Awards & Rankings

CBRE Group, Inc. Named a 100 Best Corporate Citizen

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBG) today included in Corporate Responsibility Magazine’s 2016 100 Best Corporate Citizens List.

Awards & Rankings

TD Named One of Canada's Greenest Employers for 2016

Now entering its 10th year, this edition of Canada's Greenest Employers recognizes the employers that lead the nation in creating a culture of environmental awareness in their organizations.

Environment

How Refreshing: GM Suppliers Give New Life to Recycled Water Bottles

More than half a million water bottles from five General Motors facilities are getting a second life as the company seeks out more sustainable ways to manufacture products and contribute to communities. What started as an idea about five years ago has evolved into a robust supply “web” that produces three fleece-like materials that benefit products, plants and people.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Invests $9.5MM to Help Develop More than 100 Affordable Units at St. Francis Park Apartments in Portland, Oregon

Today, KeyBank announced it will invest a total of $9.5 million in equity in the St. Francis Park Apartments in Portland, Oregon. The investment supports the development of 106 units of affordable housing for single persons and small households living at or below 60% area median income.

Awards & Rankings

KIRO 7 Partners with The Trust for Public Land to Celebrate Environmental Volunteers

KIRO 7, in partnership with The Trust for Public Land, is seeking nominations for environmental volunteers who are creating, preserving or enhancing outdoor spaces. Nominations for Western Washington’s 2016 Cox Conserves Hero are being accepted at http://www.kiro7.com/heroes through May 6.

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Advocacy

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Policy and Regulation

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Collaboration and Partnership

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Collaboration and Partnership

Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...