Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Environment

GM and Lyft to Shape the Future of Mobility

Jan 6, 2016 4:35 PM ET

General Motors and Lyft today announced a long-term strategic alliance to create an integrated network of on-demand autonomous vehicles in the U.S.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Women’s Financial Inclusion is Key to Promoting Equality

Jan 6, 2016 4:00 PM ET

We live in a world where women, especially in developing countries, face formidable obstacles to achieve financial independence.

Events, Media & Communications

WEBINAR: A Year in CSR: A Look at the Top 10 Trends of 2015

Jan 6, 2016 3:35 PM ET

The growing and urgent rallying cry from people around the world to address critical global issues reached a fever pitch in 2015. From star-studded events like the Global Citizen Festival (headlined by Beyoncé, Coldplay, Stephen Colbert and others to take a stance against poverty), to the hundreds of thousands of individuals who took to the streets just two weeks ago at 2,300 separate climate marches, there's no denying a heightened level of awareness, activism and enlightenment around the world's acute social and environmental issues.

Events, Media & Communications

Net Positive Conference in San Diego

Jan 6, 2016 1:45 PM ET

Experience the next generation of buildings through two of our primary resources, energy and water.

Environment

Recycling Efforts at Wynn Las Vegas Reduce Landfill, Food Waste and Achieve Zero Waste Remodel

Jan 6, 2016 1:20 PM ET

In our recycling efforts, waste is sorted off-site into recyclables such as paper, cardboard, glass, plastic and various metals. The resorts have proactively implemented food-waste recycling initiatives and purchasing programs to reduce unnecessary packaging. Additionally, Wynn Las Vegas is implementing a composting solution for all greenery, flower and landscaping waste.

Events, Media & Communications

[Course] Corporate Citizenship101: The Fundamentals of Corporate Citizenship

Jan 6, 2016 12:25 PM ET

Environment

National Park Service at 100: Wild At Heart

Jan 6, 2016 12:20 PM ET

Events, Media & Communications

Enjoy Tastes of Chocolate at Keystone Human Services' Chocolatefest

Jan 6, 2016 11:45 AM ET

Energy

We Are Working For You

Jan 6, 2016 11:10 AM ET

The fundamental role of any business is to fulfill a need for society. For TransCanada, that means delivering the natural gas that heats your home, the liquids that fuel your transportation and the electricity that powers your technology and lights the way.

Environment

Sanofi - Cop 21 - Our Solutions to Tackle Health Issues Related to Climate Change

Jan 6, 2016 10:50 AM ET

What are the consequences of climate change on health?

Events, Media & Communications

2016's Top Economic Empowerment Events

Jan 6, 2016 10:00 AM ET

On February 9 and 10, the U.S. Chamber Foundation, along with the American Chamber of Commerce in Mexico, WEConnect International, and our corporate and nonprofit partners, will convene a two-day event in Mexico City focused on promoting women's entrepreneurship and workforce development strategies.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Tackling Malnutrition and Food Safety in India

Jan 6, 2016 10:00 AM ET

Environment

Christmas Trees, Lights Head Toward Recycling Destinations

Jan 6, 2016 9:15 AM ET

With the 2015-2016 holiday season over, home owners and business managers with seasonal decorations in some parts of the country are being offered recycling options for Christmas trees and holiday lights.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Antea Group Becomes a Shareholder in Angel Ambiental

Jan 6, 2016 9:10 AM ET

We are pleased to announce that Angel Ambiental and Antea Group are positioned to leverage our combined expertise, skills, and solutions to deliver the value-driven approach and deep insights our clients need to better their business.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Investing in Water -Claudia Quiroz, Fund Manager at Quilter Cheviot, an Old Mutual Group Company

Jan 6, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Diversity in Tech: A Cause Everyone Owns

Jan 6, 2016 8:25 AM ET

Only 11 percent of the workforce is female; only four percent is black; and only five percent is Hispanic. This is clearly not acceptable nor is it sustainable as the competition for talent and the need for constant innovation continues to rise.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Deb Nelson Joins RSF Social Finance

Jan 6, 2016 6:15 AM ET

Deb Nelson, formerly the executive director of Social Venture Network (SVN), will join RSF Social Finance in late January as the new Vice President of Client and Community Engagement.

Innovation & Technology

FIRST Robotics Teams Gear Up for “First Stronghold” with $250,000 from FCA Foundation

Jan 6, 2016 1:30 AM ET

The FCA Foundation, the charitable arm of FCA US LLC, today announced $250,000 in grants to FIRST Robotics Competition (grades 9-12) and FIRST Tech Challenge (grades 7-12) teams in Arizona, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. The grants, which will offset the costs associated with items such as registration fees, parts and team apparel, coincide with the official start (Jan. 9) of the 2016 FIRST Robotics design and build season. During this six-week phase, teams will build, program and test robots with the guidance of adult mentors. It’s estimated that more than 3,100 teams comprised of 78,000+ students from around the world will compete for glory in First Stronghold, this year’s design challenge. Qualifying teams advance to the 2016 FIRST Championship April 27-30 in St. Louis, Mo.

Health & Healthcare

For Working-Age Cancer Survivors, Medical Debt and Bankruptcy Create Financial Hardships

Jan 5, 2016 4:45 PM ET

Health Affairs has recently published a study led by Dr. Matthew Banegas focused on LIVESTRONG's data from a 2012 survey.

Innovation & Technology

New Years Resolution

Jan 5, 2016 4:30 PM ET

We’re looking for passionate, committed people who are curious about the world’s diverse cultures and species.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Investors Integrate Sustainability into Financial Decision-Making

Jan 5, 2016 4:00 PM ET

According to the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), a sustainability revolution in the global financial industry is quietly gathering pace.

Environment

Working in Partnership to Make a Real Difference

Jan 5, 2016 2:00 PM ET

When broadcast giant Sky teamed up with WWF back in 2009 it was one of the biggest corporate conservation partnerships going – and also one of the first. It all centred on tackling one of society’s biggest issues: deforestation and climate change.

Environment

America Recycles Day Should Be Every Day

Jan 5, 2016 12:30 PM ET

America Recycles Day came and went without much fanfare this year. Yet it is still a powerful reminder to us not only how far recycling has come since it became a mainstream practice in the 1970s, but also that it still faces significant challenges.

Diversity & Inclusion

Sanofi – Diversity at Sanofi - Best of

Jan 5, 2016 11:35 AM ET

Health & Healthcare

New Year, New Name: Why We're Changing our Health Campaign Name

Jan 5, 2016 10:15 AM ET

We’re now at the mid-way point of our exciting ten-city, two year campaign, announced earlier this year, to promote business-led community initiatives – and we’re seeing great momentum.