Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Environment

Keysight: Building a Better Planet for Today and Tomorrow

Jan 6, 2020 10:30 AM ET

Keysight strives to build a better planet for today’s and tomorrow’s generation. To achieve our vision, we align our industry leadership and corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts to accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Pay It Forward by Giving Back: Families of Fallen American Soldiers

Jan 6, 2020 10:00 AM ET

All too often U.S. military service members give their lives in service to their country. What if there was a way to give back to the families of those soldiers?

Environment

JetBlue Prepares its Business for a New Climate Reality

Jan 6, 2020 10:00 AM ET

JetBlue announced that it will offset CO2 emissions from jet fuel for all domestic flights beginning in July 2020, making it the first major U.S. airline to take this critical and measurable step toward reducing its contribution to global warming.

Health & Healthcare

College Snacking Trends 2020: From Midnight Munchies to Ethical Snacking

Jan 6, 2020 9:30 AM ET

Whether it is the Midnight Munchies or Grab & Go between classes, college students ace snacking.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Breathing New Life Into Old Lab Equipment

Jan 6, 2020 9:30 AM ET

In light of growing concern over the accumulation of single-use and disposable products, new recycling solutions have emerged.

Innovation & Technology

Arrow Electronics Helps Racecar Driver Sam Schmidt Regain Independence Two Decades After Accident Leaves Him Paralyzed

Jan 6, 2020 8:15 AM ET

To help Schmidt reclaim his independence and drive again, engineers at Arrow Electronics modified a Chevrolet Corvette to create a smart, connected vehicle that he can operate safely and independently.

Research, Reports & Publications

CECP’s Investing in Society: Focus on Performance

Jan 6, 2020 8:00 AM ET

Investing in Society is the must-read source offering practical evidence of the corporate sector’s shift toward being increasingly purpose-driven.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Rayuwa: Translating John Deere’s Purpose Into Practice

Jan 3, 2020 3:25 PM ET

“We work with, fund, and have seen lots of other programs. We have never seen anything like Rayuwa. It is truly integrated. The progress the Rayuwa team has made in just a few months and the level of engagement by the community is incredible.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Tae Yoo, Cisco’s Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs on Cisco’s CSR Philosophy

Jan 3, 2020 3:20 PM ET

The following is an excerpt from Cisco’s 2019 CSR report. Tae Yoo leads Cisco’s social investments and stewards CSR and sustainability across the business. She directs Cisco’s business, technical, and financial assets to accelerate global problem solving to positively impact people, society, and the planet.

Events, Media & Communications

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Helps Corporations Discover Purpose

Jan 3, 2020 3:10 PM ET

Corporate citizenship is rapidly changing. In recent years, corporate citizenship has transformed from a nice–to–have to a must–have for the largest multinational corporations.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CNH Industrial Joint-Venture Plant in Erenler, Turkey, Achieves Silver Level Designation in World Class Manufacturing

Jan 3, 2020 2:00 PM ET

CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE: CNHI /MI: CNHI) announces that its joint-venture TürkTraktör manufacturing facility in Erenler, Turkey has become the latest plant to be certified Silver Level in the World Class Manufacturing (WCM) program.

Research, Reports & Publications

Aflac Survey Says Majority of Consumers Want Companies to 'Take a Stand'

Jan 3, 2020 12:45 PM ET

According to the 2019 Aflac Survey on Corporate Social Responsibility, consumers and investors reflect a distinct and growing tendency to increase pressure on American corporations when it comes to serving the social good.

Diversity & Inclusion

JetBlue Equals: A Platform for Diversity & Inclusion

Jan 3, 2020 9:00 AM ET

JetBlue Equals represents our diversity and inclusion efforts as an organization. Our work is centered around three key pillars: foster a diverse talent pipeline, promote cultural competency, and cultivate inclusive partnerships.

Education

How a D.C.-Based Nonprofit Supports Scientific Learning for Kids of All Ages.

Jan 3, 2020 8:30 AM ET

To help foster the next generation of scientists, Subaru has partnered with AAAS on two inspiring book initiatives.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Newsweek Names Tetra Tech One of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2020

Jan 3, 2020 8:00 AM ET

Newsweek recognized Tetra Tech as one of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2020.

Diversity & Inclusion

AEG Joins CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™

Jan 3, 2020 8:00 AM ET

Furthering its commitment to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, AEG, the world’s leading sports and live entertainment company, today announced that Dan Beckerman, President and CEO, has signed the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™ pledge.

Responsible Production & Consumption

The Future of Preservation is Sustainable Tourism

Jan 2, 2020 5:40 PM ET

Innovation & Technology

FCA Joins Plug and Play and MMSDC Partnership Creating Mobility Innovation Hub in Detroit

Jan 2, 2020 2:20 PM ET

FCA today announced that it will join a partnership formed between Plug and Play, the largest global innovation platform for startups and corporations, and the MMSDC to bring a new innovation hub to Detroit by June 2020.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

IVECO Brings Sustainable Natural Gas Power to London’s New Year’s Day Parade

Jan 2, 2020 2:00 PM ET

IVECO lent its support to the London Borough of Wandsworth’s Council for yesterday’s London New Year’s Day Parade, helping to ensure the Borough’s sustainable float had the minimum environmental impact

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

20 for ’20: Best of the Decade — And the Best of What’s to Come!

Jan 2, 2020 1:00 PM ET

Since launching in 2015, the T-Mobile Foundation and our employees have together given almost $14 million to more than 13,000 organizations, and this year alone they volunteered more than 70,000 hours to more than 9,000-plus non-profit organizations.

Environment

Safety Committees: Finding Clarity in the Complexity

Jan 2, 2020 10:55 AM ET

What is a Safety Committee? Is your organization required to have a Safety Committee? This is a current but complex issue right now.

Green Infrastructure

RFCI Launches ASSURE CERTIFIED™

Jan 2, 2020 9:05 AM ET

The Resilient Floor Covering Institute and SCS Global Services announce a new program to ensure the continued growth and popularity of Rigid Core Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) marketed and sold in North America. The program is called ASSURE CERTIFIED™.

Sustainable Development Goals

A Cleveland School is the First to Receive Verizon 5G

Jan 2, 2020 9:00 AM ET

Entrepreneurship Prep is primed for next level education.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Freeport Cobalt, a Freeport-McMoRan Company, Recognized for Responsible Mineral Sourcing

Jan 2, 2020 7:35 AM ET

Freeport Cobalt, a Freeport-McMoRan company, was recognized as a Conformant Refiner by the Responsible Minerals Initiative for its ethical processing of responsibly sourced minerals.

Media & Communications

Happy New Year From 3BL Media

Jan 1, 2020 9:25 AM ET

This past year, consumers, investors and employees demanded that companies enact change and demonstrate purpose beyond generating profit.