Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

The Power of Job Creation

Jul 14, 2016 1:55 PM ET

Poverty and the unsustainable use of land often go hand in hand for forest dependent communities across the developing world, leading to severe forest degradation and eventually forest clearance. In such areas, the development of stable livelihoods is arguably one of the most important aspects in the transition of a population from one depending on small scale shifting agriculture, to a cash economy that can co-exist within areas set aside for conservation purposes.

Events, Media & Communications

Making the Business Case for Sustainability Programs

Jul 14, 2016 1:35 PM ET

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Morgan Stanley: Aligning Financial Returns with Impact Objectives

Jul 14, 2016 1:30 PM ET

The impact investment community continues to grow and the need for increased capital to fund sustainability based investments is at an all-time high. Investors are searching for a way to align their financial returns with their impact objectives.

Innovation & Technology

Accenture, The University of Notre Dame, and The Rural Development Company in South Africa Launch Renewable Energy Program in KwaZulu-Natal, Delivering Clean, Affordable Electricity

Jul 14, 2016 1:15 PM ET

Innovation & Technology

Timberland Welcomes African Entrepreneurs as a Part of Mandela Washington Fellowship

Jul 14, 2016 1:15 PM ET

Last week, outdoor lifestyle brand Timberland hosted 25 of Africa’s most talented, emerging leaders at its Stratham, NH headquarters to share the company’s values-driven approach to business. Each of the entrepreneurs is a recipient of the prestigious Mandela Washington Fellowship, the flagship program of President Obama’s Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) that empowers young people through academic coursework, leadership training and networking.

Social Impact & Volunteering

America’s Charities Selected to Design and Facilitate the 2016 State of Maryland Charity Campaign

Jul 14, 2016 1:00 PM ET

Secretary of State John Wobensmith is pleased to announce that America’s Charities has been selected as the 2016 contractor for the State’s Maryland Charity Campaign (MCC). The MCC allows State employees and retirees an opportunity to donate to nearly 1,000 eligible charities.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Winning Designs Announced for Future of Housing Competition

Jul 14, 2016 1:00 PM ET

The winning designs in an innovative housing competition Re-defining Home: Home Today, Home Tomorrow were announced today by AARP, AARP Foundation, Home Matters and the Wells Fargo Housing Foundation, a founding supporter of the Home Matters movement. The goal of this first-of-its-kind nationwide competition was to select the best plan for redesigning a typical home so that it would enable people to continue living there through every stage of their life.

Environment

AT&T Takes on AoT

Jul 14, 2016 12:35 PM ET

By now, you’ve heard of IoT. You’ve probably heard of IIoT. But have you heard of AoT?

Environment

Leadership Lessons in Sustainability from GM CEO Mary Barra

Jul 14, 2016 12:15 PM ET

GM Chairman and CEO Mary Barra believes companies can serve society by reducing environmental impact and strengthening communities where they operate. She recently delivered a commencement address at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Here are a few soundbites that reinforce her commitment to sustainability.

Green Infrastructure

Sodexo Becomes First Company to Require Its School Facility Directors to Complete EPA’s Indoor Air Quality Master Class Professional Training

Jul 14, 2016 12:15 PM ET

Sodexo, the world leader in Quality of Life Services, announced today that all of its directors of facility management (FM) in the K-12 schools it serves across the U.S. have completed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Master Class Professional Training Series.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Sanofi (SNY) Partners Successfully with UMass Boston in Undergraduate STEM Program

Jul 14, 2016 12:05 PM ET

Sanofi (SNY) has partnered with the University of Massachusetts at Boston at Boston to improve STEM education through a $1 million grant.

Events, Media & Communications

Reflections from the Aspen Institute Business & Society Leaders Forum

Jul 14, 2016 11:15 AM ET

I recently attended the Aspen Institute Business & Society Leaders Forum June 5-8 in Aspen, Colorado. The Forum which meets multiple times a year is part of a policy program at the Aspen Institute designed to bring together business leaders to reflect and strategize on global issues, risks and opportunities at the intersection of business and society. The group’s primary focus is on sustainability.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PepsiCo, the PepsiCo Foundation and the Inter-American Development Bank Enhance a Strategic Partnership to Deliver Next Generation Solutions Throughout Latin America

Jul 14, 2016 11:00 AM ET

PepsiCo, thePepsiCo Foundation, and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) are proud to announce the renewal of their five-year, private-public partnership (PPP) aimed to spur social and economic growth in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).

Environment

The Deets On Our Find Your Park Expedition [Contest]

Jul 14, 2016 11:00 AM ET

Exciting news: we announced the National Park Foundation’s 2016 Find Your Park Expedition!

That means that an adventure to Yosemite and a variety of national parks in the San Francisco Bay Area awaits eight lucky millennial online influencers.

While you may be familiar with the expedition from last year, thought you might appreciate this little refresher.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Northern Trust Volunteers Help with Greater Chicago Food Depository Repack Session

Jul 14, 2016 11:00 AM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

HP is Committed to Diversity and Inclusion

Jul 14, 2016 10:15 AM ET

Social Impact & Volunteering

Volunteers from Whirlpool EMEA Participate in Build with Habitat for Humanity Poland

Jul 14, 2016 10:00 AM ET

Twenty four employees from various locations within Whirlpool Corporation's EMEA region came together with Habitat for Humanity Poland to renovate an attic and build social rental apartments for at risk youth. Whirlpool has supported the project by realizing the Polish version of the global campaign "Every Day, Care".

Research, Reports & Publications

Hess Corporation’s 2015 Sustainability Report Shows Commitment to Safety and Responsible Business Practices

Jul 14, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Hess Corporation (NYSE: HES) has released its 19th annual Corporate Sustainability Report, providing a comprehensive look at the company’s strategy and performance on safety, environmental, social and governance programs and initiatives. It is available online at http://www.hess.com/sustainability.

Diversity & Inclusion

Daimler | Building Bridges

Jul 14, 2016 9:00 AM ET

They come from Syria, Afghanistan, Eritrea, Nigeria, Gambia, Pakistan, and Iraq. Some of them fled their homeland only recently, while others applied for asylum in Germany quite some time ago.

Diversity & Inclusion

Companies Have Unique Contributions to Bring to the Table

Jul 14, 2016 9:00 AM ET

The international community committed in 2015 to the most ambitious global agenda to date – the Sustainable Development Agenda – aiming to end poverty and ensure prosperity, peace and a sustainable planet for all by 2030.

Research, Reports & Publications

Xylem Recognizing Outstanding Safety Results

Jul 14, 2016 9:00 AM ET

In 2015, Xylem created enterprise-wide Safety Excellence Awards to recognize sites across all our businesses that achieved excellent safety performance.

Health & Healthcare

BCBS Companies Support Community Health Initiatives to Encourage Active Lifestyles

Jul 14, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Leading an active lifestyle is essential to maintaining everyday wellness. While staying healthy can seem hard during those early morning swims or late night jogs, sometimes a change of scenery provides the extra inspiration you need to power through, be it a stroll through a beautiful park, an organized walk or passing a bike stand on your way to work. When communities have access to resources that encourage activity, they have the opportunity to become healthier together.

Innovation & Technology

Electric Flight Takes Off

Jul 14, 2016 8:55 AM ET

An electrically-powered aerobatic aircraft manufactured by Extra Aircraft has successfully undergone its maiden flight. Its record-setting motor was developed by Siemens.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Kimberly-Clark Russia Turns 20 and It’s Just the Beginning

Jul 14, 2016 8:10 AM ET

This year our Kimberly-Clark business in Russia celebrates its 20 year anniversary after opening their doors in 1996 in Moscow! They started with a small team of four people, and has since grown into a successful business with over 550 employees.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Alliance Data Corporate Responsibility

Jul 13, 2016 6:30 PM ET

In 2015, Alliance Data expanded our focus on children's health by donating over $1 million to children's hospitals across the United States. Additionally, more than 9.7 million miles - the equivalent of $1 million - were donated to children's charities through the Canadian AIR MILES reward miles program. These community efforts, in addition to our responsible use of data, are outlined in our 2015 Corporate Responsibility report.