Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Environment

Fires in the Amazon: Why Investors Are Calling on Companies to Help End Deforestation

Oct 22, 2019 2:35 PM ET

Images of the Amazon rainforests engulfed by smoke and flames that spread across the globe in recent months were a clear signal about the growing urgency to tackle devastating deforestation.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Supporting Wells Fargo to Create a Strong, Sustainable Future

Oct 22, 2019 2:35 PM ET

NRG is proud to announce a ten-year structured renewable energy agreement with Wells Fargo.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Art Spark Texas: Sparking the Creative in Everyone

Oct 22, 2019 2:00 PM ET

Art Spark Texas (formerly VSA Texas) challenges perceptions of people with disabilities and ignites confidence, ideas and courage to make a difference.

Events, Media & Communications

The Responsible Business Summit New York Returns for 2020

Oct 22, 2019 2:00 PM ET

The Responsible Business Summit New York Returns for 2020 with CEOs from Hanesbrands, Firmenich and Williams joining the East Coast flagship

Sustainable Development Goals

30 Companies and Institutional Investors Commit to Take Action to Secure a Healthy and Productive Ocean

Oct 22, 2019 1:30 PM ET

30 companies and institutional investors have signed up to the UN Global Compact Sustainable Ocean Principles committing to take action to secure a healthy and productive ocean.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Data Sets up Nonprofit’s Sobriety Program for Long-term Success

Oct 22, 2019 1:15 PM ET

While many organizations can capture client service delivery data, accessing that data efficiently and interpreting it in new and creative ways often presents a significant challenge for nonprofits.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

One Plant; Many Stories

Oct 22, 2019 1:00 PM ET

For more than 50 years, Whirlpool Corp's Findlay Operation has been producing dishwashers. The plant was the first one built by Whirlpool, as well as the first plant to utilize wind power. With more than 2,600 employees, it’s the top employer in Hancock County.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Wells Fargo Foundation Donates $9 Million to Local Housing Affordability, Neighborhood Revitalization Programs

Oct 22, 2019 1:00 PM ET

The Wells Fargo Foundation today announced $9 million in grants to more than 60 nonprofits across the United States in support of large-scale neighborhood revitalization and housing affordability solutions.

Diversity & Inclusion

An Inclusive Workforce Makes Domtar a Better Business

Oct 22, 2019 12:10 PM ET

Domtar’s Inclusion and Diversity Committee's objective is to promote a culture of inclusivity, and to help increase the representation of women and minorities within the company’s talent pipeline.

Energy

Republic Services Expands Natural Gas-Powered Fleet

Oct 22, 2019 12:00 PM ET

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) announced today the continued expansion of its natural gas-powered fleet as it makes progress toward its greenhouse gas reduction goals.

Education

Tata Consultancy Services Launches Second Year of ‘Ignite Innovation Student Challenge,’ Powered by Discovery Education

Oct 22, 2019 11:30 AM ET

Events, Media & Communications

CECP Announces Abercrombie & Fitch Co. CEO Fran Horowitz to Join Board of Directors

Oct 22, 2019 11:00 AM ET

As part of its continuing efforts to empower companies to drive long-term business success through positive societal impact, CECP announced that Fran Horowitz, CEO, Abercrombie & Fitch, has joined the organization’s distinguished Board of Directors.

Education

OneWest Bank Donates 2,500 Hours of Tutoring to Local Boys & Girls Clubs

Oct 22, 2019 11:00 AM ET

OneWest Bank, CIT’s Southern California retail bank division, today announced it is contributing 2,500 hours of homework assistance to three select local Boys & Girls Clubs as a result of its recent “Bank on Building a Brighter Community” campaign.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

MilliporeSigma Employee Spotlight: Natalie Randolph

Oct 22, 2019 10:35 AM ET

As part of our employee spotlight series, we’re sitting down with Natalie Randolph, Curiosity Cube® mobile science lab coordinator at MilliporeSigma, to learn more about the work she’s doing to spark curiosity in the next generation of scientists.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Power of Purpose: How Hallmark CMO Lindsey Roy Found Meaning Through Trauma (Part 2)

Oct 22, 2019 10:15 AM ET

Hallmark Cards CMO Lindsey Roy’s life changed forever when a tragic boating accident almost took her life–and left her with an amputated left leg, severely injured right leg and injured right arm.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Prudential Financial: A Commitment to the Community of Pro Bono

Oct 22, 2019 10:15 AM ET

This Pro Bono Week, Taproot Foundation is spotlighting nonprofits, business professionals, and companies who are playing key roles in bringing the impact of pro bono to life in communities around the globe.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

ON Semiconductor Awards Over $305k in Grants to 19 Nonprofits Globally

Oct 22, 2019 10:00 AM ET

Each year, ON Semiconductor fund sprojects and programs in order to create social value and maximize our impact on communities through workplace giving and community grants. In 2018, we invested over $2 mill USD to support of communities worldwide.

Health & Healthcare

Tork Clean Care: Hygiene Tips for Food Service Staff

Oct 22, 2019 9:45 AM ET

The Tork Clean Care program provides a wide range of expertise and hygiene solutions for the food service industry, making sure that both your guests and employees, as well as your image – are well taken care of.

Sustainable Development Goals

Reporting SDG Impact - Briefing

Oct 22, 2019 9:00 AM ET

It’s almost been 5 years since the Sustainable Development Goals were adopted but what advancement has been made and how can companies make real progress on tackling the goals by 2030?

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

SPLC Fights Voter Suppression Across Deep South

Oct 22, 2019 9:00 AM ET

In his testimony before Congress in July, Special Counsel Robert Mueller pointedly warned the nation about Russia’s ongoing attempts to meddle in our nation’s elections.

Events, Media & Communications

From the Headlines to the Main Stage: BSR19 Speakers Take on Gun Reform, Climate Change, and More

Oct 22, 2019 9:00 AM ET

BSR19 welcomes business, sustainability, and civil society leaders to share their creative ideas and practical solutions for a sustainable world. This year, we will explore the transformations that are creating a new climate for business.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Benevity Announces $40M in Series C Funding From General Atlantic and JMI Equity

Oct 22, 2019 8:55 AM ET

Investment from General Atlantic and JMI Equity will further Benevity’s unmatched reach and innovation in the corporate purpose technology sector.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Addressing Complex Social Issues Through Pro Bono

Oct 22, 2019 8:00 AM ET

Issue area-focused service is the future of pro bono and companies are more willing than ever to take on complex and even controversial social issues like natural and man-made disasters.

Environment

Ceres Launches New Center to Accelerate Efforts to Transform Capital Markets and Drive Wholesale Action on Climate Crisis

Oct 21, 2019 8:45 PM ET

Ceres announced today it is launching a new multi-million dollar center to ramp up efforts to transform the practices and policies that govern capital markets in order to accelerate action on reducing the worst financial impacts of the climate crisis

Environment

Business Models Inspired by Nature Are the Future

Oct 21, 2019 4:20 PM ET

Given the importance of maintaining healthy forests to moderate Earth’s climate, HP is building on WWF and IP’s foundation by working to align the print industry on responsible forest care & taking action to contribute to a positive future forest.