Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Volunteers of America National Services Awarded $3 Million Grant From Wells Fargo Foundation to Develop Innovative Veteran Housing Solutions

Nov 11, 2020 8:15 AM ET

Wells Fargo Foundation has awarded Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS) with a $3 million grant to develop permanent supportive affordable homes for previously homeless veterans

Research, Reports & Publications

Black & Veatch: Investment Uncertainty and Renewable Energy Top Issues for Asia's Electric Industry

Nov 11, 2020 8:15 AM ET

Uncertainty of investments caused by a financial downturn and renewable energy are the two biggest concerns of Asia’s electric industry today, according to Black & Veatch’s first-ever Strategic Directions: Electric Industry Asia 2021.

Sustainable Development Goals

Back From the Ashes

Nov 11, 2020 8:00 AM ET

This piece was written by A.G. Klei, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission in Madagascar’s Senior Development and Outreach Communications Advisor, and Mialy Randriamampianina, Communications Officer for the USAID Mikajy environmental activity in Madagascar.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

MilliporeSigma Sustainability Initiatives Named 2020 Winners in the BIG Awards for Business

Nov 10, 2020 4:30 PM ET

MilliporeSigma has been named Green Company of the Year by Business Intelligence Group through its BIG Awards for Business program.

Green Infrastructure

FPT Industrial, IVECO and Snam: Agreement for the Decarbonisation of Transport Using Biomobility and Hydrogen

Nov 10, 2020 4:00 PM ET

Events, Media & Communications

EarthX to Join Global GivingTuesday Movement in Support of Creating a Cleaner, Greener Planet

Nov 10, 2020 3:55 PM ET

On December 1st, EarthX will kick-off the holiday season by celebrating Giving Tuesday with an inaugural fundraising campaign in support of important environmental programming that will help shape our world now and in the future.

Events, Media & Communications

Virtual Hydrogen Day Event Demonstrates Cummins Leadership on Hydrogen Technologies

Nov 10, 2020 3:50 PM ET

Cummins will soon hold its first-ever Hydrogen Day, a virtual event to discuss the future of its hydrogen fuel technologies and the company’s plans to bolster its capabilities.

Education

2 Steps to Become a Student-Centered Educator in Any Teaching Environment

Nov 10, 2020 3:15 PM ET

Student engagement, in either the in-person or virtual environment, is critical to learning.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Voting Now Open for dscvr Student Design Competition

Nov 10, 2020 2:25 PM ET

Durkan announced that for the very first time, the hospitality flooring manufacturer has opened the dscvr Student Design Competition for public voting, beginning today.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Putting Purpose into Action: Supply Chain Responsibility

Nov 10, 2020 2:00 PM ET

As Medtronic grows, so does the scale and complexity of our global supply chain. Our Responsible Supply Management program integrates responsible business practices that protect workers and the environment into supplier relationships.

Environment

New Field to Market Report Analyzes Concerning Trends in Farm Financial Well-Being

Nov 10, 2020 1:30 PM ET

A prolonged period of low commodity prices has created significant financial pressures for U.S. agriculture, jeopardizing many farming operations and challenging the ability of supply chains to meet ambitious sustainability goals absent more direct support for growers.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Rona Fourté Breaks Down Barriers and Promotes Supplier Inclusion

Nov 10, 2020 12:30 PM ET

United's Rona Fourté highlighted in the 2020 Best of the Best Champions of Diversity list by Diversity Plus.

Innovation & Technology

Sappi Innovates With Customers in Mind - From Specialty Papers and Packaging to Wood Pulp

Nov 10, 2020 12:30 PM ET

Sappi has introduced a new set of tools to showcase the performance of its new paperboard offerings

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Native CDFI Awards Recognize Two CDFIs for Vision, Ingenuity in Responding to COVID-19-related Economic Crisis in Indian Country

Nov 10, 2020 12:20 PM ET

Last night, the Native CDFI Awards honored two Native community development financial institutions (CDFIs) for their unique approaches to helping Native-owned small businesses survive the COVID-19 pandemic.

Environment

State Treasurer, Investors With More Than $102 Billion in Assets Call on New Mexico Regulators to Strengthen Draft Ozone and Methane Regulations

Nov 10, 2020 12:15 PM ET

Investors with more than $102 billion in assets under management called on New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and state environmental regulators to strengthen draft ozone precursor and methane regulations

Innovation & Technology

Good Broadband for Everyone

Nov 10, 2020 12:00 PM ET

Since the pandemic hit and millions of us retreated to our homes, the situation has cast a bright spotlight on the problem of ubiquitous broadband. Access to the Internet is now more essential than owning a car for many of us, yet an estimated...

Environment

Leading the Way Towards a Plastic-Free Future

Nov 10, 2020 11:00 AM ET

Bacardi announced a 100% biodegradable spirits bottle that swaps crude oil for a plant-based ‘wonder material’ that will remove 80 million plastic bottles – 3000 tonnes of plastic – currently produced by their portfolio of brands every year.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Logistics of Disaster Response

Nov 10, 2020 11:00 AM ET

When disasters occur, relief teams are often faced with an excess of donated materials that are not needed and can even be detrimental to providing support.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

ESG Data Alert!!!

Nov 10, 2020 10:15 AM ET

Investors are going to be able to access companies’ question-level scores. They will be able to use them in making investment decisions.

Sustainable Development Goals

Verizon Joins the World Economic Forum's Trillion Trees Platform

Nov 10, 2020 10:10 AM ET

In addition to doubling their tree planting goal to 20 million trees by 2030, Verizon introduces a new, sustainable retail bag.

Diversity & Inclusion

Edison Strengthens Commitment to Black Employees by Joining AABE Energy Equity Initiative

Nov 10, 2020 10:10 AM ET

Edison International and Southern California Edison are partnering with the American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) to increase the representation of African Americans in the energy industry.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Vistra Shares Q3 Renewable Energy and Social Impact Achievements

Nov 10, 2020 10:10 AM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Joint Base San Antonio Honored with America Recycles Day Recycling Hero Award

Nov 10, 2020 10:00 AM ET

Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) will receive the second annual America Recycles Day® (ARD) Recycling Hero Award by Keep Texas Beautiful and Keep America Beautiful®.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Pro Bono Perspectives S2E24: Edgar Villanueva, Schott Foundation

Nov 10, 2020 9:00 AM ET

Edgar Villanueva, SVP at the Schott Foundation & award-winning author of "Decolonizing Wealth," unpacks the title of his book, addresses several important critiques of philanthropy, and shares how a return to his Indigenous values guides his career.

Research, Reports & Publications

Caesars Entertainment Reconfirms Longstanding Commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility Following 2020 Merger

Nov 10, 2020 8:00 AM ET

Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:CZR), the largest gaming and entertainment company in the United States, today published its 2019-2020 PEOPLE PLANET PLAY Report on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).