Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Media & Communications

The DJSI – Pioneers in ESG/Sustainable Investing Indexes, Celebrates 20 Years of Industry Leadership and Partnership of RobecoSAM and S&P Global Dow Jones

Oct 1, 2019 12:00 PM ET

ESG equity indexes are all the buzz these days as many more institutional and retail investors are embracing sustainable investing and directing their investment dollars toward existing & new index families that qualify as a suitable ESG/SI

Health & Healthcare

Astellas Oncology Announces 2019 C3 Prize® Finalists

Oct 1, 2019 11:50 AM ET

Astellas Pharma US, Inc. ("Astellas") today announced the finalists for its fourth annual C3 (Changing Cancer Care) Prize, a challenge that funds the best ideas beyond medicine to improve cancer care for patients, caregivers and their loved ones.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

GM Named One of the Top Companies Globally for Gender Equality

Oct 1, 2019 11:30 AM ET

General Motors has once again been recognized as one of the top companies globally for gender equality. GM is ranked No. 2 in the U.S. and 11 in the world. GM remains the only automotive company ranked in the top 100. The study was conducted by Equileap, an organization aiming to accelerate progress towards gender equality in the workplace.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Why We Advocate

Oct 1, 2019 11:15 AM ET

In this blog, learn four ways that the Symantec Corporate Responsibility team is advocating for a more secure and sustainable future; from fighting climate change to supporting the needs of foster youth.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Business Won’t Operate Sustainably but We Can’t Regulate Them or Else? I Don’t Accept That.

Oct 1, 2019 11:15 AM ET

Last week I was engaged in a conversation with a highly respected sustainability colleague. We both have a similar vision for a better planet but we have a fundamental difference of opinion on how to get there.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Consumer Discretionary Industry Benchmark Infographic

Oct 1, 2019 11:00 AM ET

Understanding how peer Consumer Discretionary companies are performing or managing their CSR programs can be useful to ensure you are on the right path for success.

Education

SCS Global Services Partners with TraceTrust to Provide Food Safety and HACCP Trainings for the Expanding Legal Cannabis and Hemp Industries

Oct 1, 2019 10:55 AM ET

SCS Global Services (SCS) and TraceTrust are pleased to announce a joint partnership to provide Food Safety and HACCP trainings for the emerging legal Cannabis and Hemp Industries.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Chevron’s 2019 Fuel Your School Program Celebrates 10 Years, Expanding its Reach and Making Over $5 Million Available for Classroom Supplies in the U.S.

Oct 1, 2019 9:45 AM ET

Chevron today announced the launch of its 2019 Fuel Your School program, celebrating 10 years of supporting K-12 public school teachers and students.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru of America Reaffirms Commitment to Pets in Need During October “Subaru Loves Pets” Month and Establishes First-Ever “National Make a Dog’s Day” on October 22

Oct 1, 2019 9:30 AM ET

Subaru of America, Inc. today announced the return of its Subaru Loves Pets initiative, dedicating the month of October to supporting the well-being and protection of animals across the country.

Research, Reports & Publications

Visa Details Global Leadership in Latest Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Report

Oct 1, 2019 9:00 AM ET

Visa released its latest Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability report, the company’s summary of progress in its ongoing commitment to corporate responsibility, sustainability and ethical leadership across its most significant environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Gearing Up for the Future: Acorns and Chevron Announce Collaboration Allowing U.S. Customers To Support Public Schools Through Fuel Purchases

Oct 1, 2019 9:00 AM ET

Acorns, the country’s fastest-growing financial wellness system with 6.2 million users, has announced a new collaboration with Chevron to support local schools.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Pro Bono Perspectives Episode 31: Erica Tavares, International Medical Corps

Oct 1, 2019 8:00 AM ET

To mark the end of Disaster Preparedness Month, Pro Bono Perspectives revisits a conversation with Erica Tavares of the International Medical Corps (IMC) on the importance of cross-sector collaboration in responding to natural disasters.

Media & Communications

State of Minnesota Launches Live State-Wide Sustainability Website on FigBytes Sustainability Software Platform

Oct 1, 2019 5:00 AM ET

FigBytes today announced that the State of Minnesota’s Office of Enterprise Sustainability has launched a live website powered by FigBytes’ sustainability software platform, which showcases real-time tracking of the State’s sustainability progress.

Sustainable Development Goals

United Nations Global Compact Targets Gender Equality

Oct 1, 2019 4:00 AM ET

The United Nations Global Compact today announced a new global initiative to increase women's representation and leadership in business.

Research, Reports & Publications

Aflac Shares 2018 Corporate Social Responsibility Report Comprehensive Report Demonstrates Aflac's Purpose - 'The Aflac Way'

Oct 1, 2019 12:25 AM ET

The comprehensive report highlights the actions and initiatives led by the company's leaders, employees and independent sales agents, who demonstrate Aflac's purpose through their actions.

Events, Media & Communications

VMware at Climate Week 2019

Sep 30, 2019 6:30 PM ET

Last week, leaders from around the world convened in New York for the United Nation’s Climate Summit. The goal was to gather consensus on how we double down on commitments and actions to curb carbon emissions globally.

Environment

Climate Week NYC: 3M, HP Among Brands Using Their Might, Science to Protect Precious Resources

Sep 30, 2019 5:45 PM ET

At the World Economic Forum’s Sustainable Development Impact Summit, HP Inc. announced its next steps in creating a forest-positive future for printing with longstanding partner and conservation leader World Wildlife Fund (WWF).

Energy

Restaurants Set Table for Induction Cookware to Increase Efficiency, Reduce Costs

Sep 30, 2019 3:45 PM ET

Russi is among several SCE customers who have expressed an interest in exploring the benefits of induction cookware.

Green Infrastructure

The Place Makers Episode 3 - Changi Airport, Singapore

Sep 30, 2019 3:35 PM ET

Energy

Mohawk Group Installs Latest Smartflower at Florida School as Part of Commitment to “Handprints Over Footprints”

Sep 30, 2019 3:10 PM ET

Students at Emma Jewel Charter Academy now have a unique hands-on opportunity to study alternative energy and sustainability with the installation of an on-campus smartflower™ solar energy unit.

Diversity & Inclusion

When Addressing the Abilities Community, Words Matter and People Come First

Sep 30, 2019 3:05 PM ET

The words we use and why we use them play an essential role in building an inclusive culture. Language can increase visibility and empathy for groups that have been marginalized or misunderstood in the past

Sustainable Development Goals

Aligning Business Purpose to the Sustainable Development Goals: Why Companies Should Put Social and Environmental Impact First

Sep 30, 2019 3:00 PM ET

These days I am often introduced as a social entrepreneur. I am not sure this tag enthuses me: I believe that the original purpose for setting up an industry or business is public good and by that measure all businesses should be social businesses.

Innovation & Technology

Women Who Code Launches Network in Costa Rica

Sep 30, 2019 2:15 PM ET

Women Who Code (WWCode), the world’s largest and most active organization of women engineers, with the support of VMware, has announced the launch of our newest WWCode Network in San Jose, Costa Rica.

Environment

5 Things to Tackle Climate Change

Sep 30, 2019 1:50 PM ET

Climate change is no longer part of an abstract, distant future. It’s here today. But we can and must take action to limit these impacts as much as possible.

Sustainable Development Goals

#SDGs 3, 13, 14, 15 – Good Health & Well-Being, Climate Action, Life Below the Water, Life on Land

Sep 30, 2019 1:35 PM ET

MEC’s Community Investment (CI) vision is to build a community of active outdoor enthusiasts.