Education

The Future of Education

Oct 21, 2019 12:00 PM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

Caterpillar Goals & Progress

Oct 21, 2019 12:00 PM ET

Caterpillar has set aspirational, long-term goals for its operations and product stewardship.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Conservation Fund: Complex Issues Call for Smart Conservation

Oct 21, 2019 12:00 PM ET

Since 1985, The Conservation Fund has protected about 28 acres an hour—nearly 700 acres a day. That is about one Central Park worth of land protected each day!

Environment

Green and Sustainable Remediation Can Bring Big Benefits – Here’s Why You Should Consider It

Oct 21, 2019 11:45 AM ET

Green & sustainable remediation considers social issues like social justice, & economic considerations like poverty reduction and job creation.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

United Airlines Supports Japan's Relief Efforts After Typhoon Hagibis

Oct 21, 2019 11:45 AM ET

Recovery efforts are in full force in Japan after one of the most powerful storms in decades hit the area, leaving victims and thousands without homes last weekend.

Green Infrastructure

JetBlue Cuts Ground Emissions with Adoption of Electric Vehicles

Oct 21, 2019 11:35 AM ET

Social Impact & Volunteering

The Community of Pro Bono Service

Oct 21, 2019 11:05 AM ET

Every year, Pro Bono Week serves as an amazing opportunity for those of us in this field to come together with a strong, collective voice and shine a light on the impact and importance of pro bono service.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

International Sri Mutual Funds: Domini, Thornburg and Boston Common

Oct 21, 2019 11:05 AM ET

This is the first of two articles featuring short profiles on a number of the International SRI Mutual Funds, which invest in companies outside the United States, including from Domini Impact Investments, Thornburg Investment Management, Boston Common Asset Management.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Pro Bono Service Remains a Key to Unlocking Corporate Purpose

Oct 21, 2019 10:00 AM ET

Pro Bono service has been a cornerstone of corporate volunteerism for decades. As the kids would say, it’s the “OG” of skills based volunteerism.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Get Smart About Credit: How and When to Talk to Kids About Money

Oct 21, 2019 10:00 AM ET

When it comes to learning about money and credit, it’s important to start early and form building blocks to prepare kids for their financial future, said Darlene Goins, head of Wells Fargo’s Hands on Banking® program.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

LG Celebrates ‘ENERGY STAR Day’ With Efficiency Upgrades for Deserving Families

Oct 21, 2019 9:00 AM ET

On “ENERGY STAR® Day” 2019 LG Electronics USA partnered with Lowe’s and Rebuilding Together to help 4 families in Charlotte, N.C., “save today, save tomorrow and save for good” with energy efficiency upgrades using ENERGY STAR certified LG appliances

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whirlpool Corporation Employees Make Trip to Lafayette, Indiana for Habitat Build

Oct 21, 2019 9:00 AM ET

On Aug. 14, Whirlpool Corp. employees went to Lafayette, Ind. to take part in a build for Habitat Humanity. The project will be the new home for a single mother & her son. This is the 20th year that the company has partnered with Habitat for Humanity

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Indiana University Habitat Families Talk About How New Homes Have Changed Their Lives

Oct 20, 2019 9:00 AM ET

Whirlpool Corporation is celebrating its 20-year partnership with Habitat for Humanity this year, as well as the 10th year it has participated in the Indiana University one-week blitz build held annually on their campus in Bloomington, Indiana, in conjunction with the Kelley School of Business.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whirlpool Corporation Takes Community Day Global in 2019

Oct 19, 2019 9:00 AM ET

Nearly 3000 Whirlpool Corporation employees joined together in volunteer efforts across the globe as part of the company’s inaugural Global Community Day. The day of community service took place September 16 – 30, 2019.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Porter Novelli Awarded Agency of the Year at Inaugural PRweek Purpose Awards

Oct 18, 2019 4:30 PM ET

Porter Novelli was awarded top honor as Agency of the Year at the inaugural PRWeek Purpose Awards at Marshall’s Landing on October 16, 2019.

Innovation & Technology

Powering and Digitizing the Economy: The Formula for a Sustainable Future

Oct 18, 2019 4:00 PM ET

This is the first blog post of a series from Innovation Summit Barcelona 2019, a 2 day event that brings together more than 3,500 industry professionals, solution experts, and IoT leaders to discuss about global trends and foster digital economy.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Consumers Energy Foundation Seeks Applicants for People Awards, Supporting Job Readiness With $500,000

Oct 18, 2019 4:00 PM ET

The Consumers Energy Foundation is highlighting its commitment to Michigan’s residents by providing $500,000 to nonprofit organizations supporting job readiness through its first People Awards.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Arrow Electronics Hosts Families of SMA Charitable Trust at Hong Kong Open Lab

Oct 18, 2019 3:15 PM ET

Arrow Electronics hosted members of the Families of SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy) Charitable Trust at the Arrow Open Lab at Hong Kong Science Park.

Health & Healthcare

Why Empowering Female Designers Can Improve Health Outcomes

Oct 18, 2019 3:00 PM ET

Events, Media & Communications

The Inaugural Global Inclusive Growth Summit

Oct 18, 2019 3:00 PM ET

Co-hosted by the Aspen Institute and the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth, the new convening will examine opportunities to advance equitable and sustainable economic growth. At a time of rapid technological change...

Sustainable Development Goals

Rescuing America's Food

Oct 18, 2019 2:00 PM ET

“While we’re a very prosperous nation, there is a lot of need in this country,” says Steve Carlberg, managing director of infrastructure and security for Feeding America. One grave need in America: food.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Carnival Corporation Chief Procurement Officer Julia Brown Receives Two Top Corporate Recognitions

Oct 18, 2019 2:00 PM ET

Carnival Corporation & plc announced earlier this year that CPO Julia Brown has been recognized as one of this year's "Women to Watch" by Cranfield University and one of 2019's "Most Influential Women in Corporate America" by Savoy magazine.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

VIDEO | Mohawk Cushions the Fight for 4th Year

Oct 18, 2019 1:55 PM ET

Mohawk Flooring is proud to support Susan G. Komen and help the fight against breast cancer. Through the partnership, more than $6.1 million has been raised to fund research for treatment.

Innovation & Technology

Duke Energy Carolinas Partners With Anderson County, S.C., on Major Battery Storage Project

Oct 18, 2019 1:00 PM ET

Duke Energy Carolinas is partnering with Anderson County, S.C., to build an energy storage project that will be part of the company’s long-term strategy to integrate battery technology into the smart-thinking grid it is building in the Carolinas.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Supporting a More Engaged Civil Society

Oct 18, 2019 12:45 PM ET

Since launching the software donation program with TechSoup in 2002, Symantec has helped more than 102,000 nonprofits & public libraries in 206 countries solve today’s biggest security challenges & protect against the ever-evolving threat landscape.