Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Energy

Shifting to a Digital Grid Forces System-Wide Grid Modernization

Apr 14, 2017 12:10 PM ET

We are at the dawn of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, defined by its velocity and volume, scope and scale, and systems impact. The foundation of this new era is squarely built upon the success of the "digital grid." The first three revolutions—defined by the introduction of steam and mechanization, electricity and computing, respectively—all had profound societal impacts, but they lacked the exponential rate of technological breakthroughs and complexity that define the fourth.

Research, Reports & Publications

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Releases 2016 Sustainability Report

Apr 14, 2017 12:00 PM ET

FCA today announced the release of its 2016 Sustainability Report at the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders.

The FCA 2016 Sustainability Report communicates to stakeholders the most relevant social, economic and environmental topics addressed by the Group, and progress toward achieving long-term targets. FCA’s global activities support the transition toward a circular economy and contribute to achieving the aims of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) initiative.

Environment

Timberland Celebrates Earth Week with Daily Challenges for Employees

Apr 14, 2017 12:00 PM ET

While global outdoor lifestyle brand Timberland has an ongoing commitment to protect the outdoors, Earth Day season brings with it a range of initiatives to engage employees in the company’s environmental agenda. This year, beyond hosting Earth Day service events worldwide for employee volunteers, Timberland’s global headquarters in Stratham, New Hampshire will launch its second annual Earth Week, April 17-21. This five day effort encourages employees to reduce their individual and collective environmental footprints.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Ride with Purpose

Apr 14, 2017 10:50 AM ET

At a glance, they seem like an odd couple. One is an on-demand ridesharing firm and the other a nonprofit committed to restoring the earth’s essential ecosystems. But connected they are thanks to an ingenious collaboration made possible by VMware. The effort — a win, win, win for all three partners — brings to life VMware’s mission to be a force for good in the world.

Diversity & Inclusion

Investing in Entry-Level Talent: Retention Strategies that Work

Apr 14, 2017 10:15 AM ET

That's how much voluntary entry-level turnover cost the U.S. retail industry in 2016. And turnover rates are rising across industries from healthcare to banking.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Building a Township Tech Hub

Apr 14, 2017 10:05 AM ET

This is part two in a series highlighting the SAP Social Sabbatical for global engagement in Cape Town, South Africa, which focused on bridging the digital divide in the city’s most underserved communities. Stay tuned for part III, out next week. Read part one here.

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Climbing the wooden staircase to the top of Lookout Hill, one finds sweeping panoramic views of the Cape Flats area skirting Cape Town. Khayelitsha, the second-largest and fastest-growing township in South Africa, sprawls to the east; the township of Mitchell’s Plain rolls to the west. At the base of the hill, strategically situated between these two underserved communities, is the Khayelitsha Bandwidth Barn, a startup incubator and accelerator serving community entrepreneurs.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Arrow Electronics Employees Support Rose Andom Center for Victims of Domestic Violence

Apr 14, 2017 9:30 AM ET

Arrow Electronics values working with organizations that find innovative ways make people’s lives better. The Denver-based Rose Andom Center is one such organization.

Environment

Domtar and the Rainforest Alliance Host Landowner Event

Apr 14, 2017 9:15 AM ET

More than 70 woodland owners interested in the future health of forestland, biodiversity and the planet recently learned about sustainable woodland management at a daylong event hosted by the Rainforest Alliance and Domtar at our Kingsport Mill in Tennessee. As more consumers of fiber-based products demand goods from well-managed forests, land certification becomes critical.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Dedicated Team Members Help The Venetian Macao Earn Third ISO Certification

Apr 14, 2017 9:15 AM ET

The Venetian Macao has achieved its third ISO certification by the International Organization for Standardization. This particular designation is for the property’s food safety management system – a first for an integrated resort or hotel in Macao. The scope of the certification covers receiving, storage, cooking, cooling and packaging of chilled food at the property's central kitchen, which serves Sands China Ltd. food and beverage operations.

Education

Reinventing the Classroom | HP and Yale Team Up to Create a Blended Reality Future

Apr 14, 2017 9:05 AM ET

This partnership underscores HP’s continuing efforts to maximize learning outcomes, with a focus on planning, leadership, and total access to content for always-on, always-connected teaching, research, and learning.

Sustainable Development Goals

The Oceans and Fisheries Partnership (USAID Oceans), Asia-Pacific

Apr 14, 2017 9:00 AM ET

Developing a tracking system to combat fraud and promote sustainability of vital marine ecosystems

Diversity & Inclusion

De Beers Employees Do Battle to Highlight Teamwork

Apr 14, 2017 9:00 AM ET

Namdeb, De Beers’ partnership venture with the Government of the Republic of Namibia, has highlighted the value of teamwork among its employees.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Our Commitment to Sustainability

Apr 14, 2017 9:00 AM ET

Sustainability means everything to us. It is our approach to business. The philosophy extends beyond our energy mix, power generation and distribution.

Environment

Great News for the Everglades

Apr 14, 2017 8:15 AM ET

For more than a year, Orvis has been posting about the fight to restore water flows south of Lake Okeechobee and to stop discharges down the Caloosahatchee and St. Lucie Rivers. Yesterday, the good guys won a major victory, as the Florida Senate passed SB10, a bill sponsored by Sen. Rob Bradley that funds the creation of a deep-water reservoir south of the big lake. The vote was 36-3 in favor of the project.

Sustainable Development Goals

How Are You Feeling This Corporate Reporting Season? Take Our Reporting Season Stress Test and See

Apr 13, 2017 4:30 PM ET

It’s that time of year again – data is being collected, narrative is being developed, and you are getting ready to share your company’s sustainability story with your stakeholders. Get our expert advice to help you have a happy reporting season.

Green Infrastructure

One Boston Day: How Cities & Companies Can Create a Blueprint for Urban Resilience

Apr 13, 2017 4:00 PM ET

Urban resilience is so much more than disaster preparedness—a truly resilient approach is one that is proactive not just reactive. That’s why today more and more companies and organizations are putting resiliency at the forefront of their responsibility efforts.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Vitro Architectural Glass to be Founding Sponsor of Pittsburgh’s Living Product Hub

Apr 13, 2017 3:45 PM ET

Vitro Architectural Glass (formerly PPG Glass) has been named the first founding sponsor of the Living Product Hub in Pittsburgh, opening April 18. The International Living Future Institute (ILFI) and Pittsburgh’s Green Building Alliance (GBA) are establishing the hub to accelerate the development of regenerative buildings and manufacturing.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Sponsors for Educational Opportunity Raises $4.93 Million at SEO Annual Awards Dinner

Apr 13, 2017 3:30 PM ET

On Thursday, April 6, Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) raised $4.93 million at the SEO Annual Awards Dinner. The marquee event saw nearly 1,000 guests at the American Museum of Natural History, and honored three outstanding leaders in business and philanthropy: Joe Plumeri; Robert F. Smith; and Cesar Conde.

Innovation & Technology

PayPal Credit Gives A Boost to Small Businesses

Apr 13, 2017 3:00 PM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

Newmont Publishes 2016 Sustainability Report

Apr 13, 2017 2:45 PM ET

Newmont Mining Corporation (NYSE:NEM) (Newmont or the Company) today published Beyond the Mine, the Company’s annual report on its progress toward achieving its purpose – to create value and improve lives through sustainable and responsible mining.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Gaming Philanthropy: How Sports Fans are Driving Social Good

Apr 13, 2017 2:30 PM ET

Competition might be the spice of sports, but it’s good for charitable organizations, too. Brackets For Good aims to turn nonprofit fundraising on its ear through the concept of gamification. By tapping into the competitive spirits of “fan-lanthropists,” Brackets For Good provides charities with an innovative platform to raise funds, drum up excitement for their organizations and reach new audiences.

Environment

Transcanada Environmental Engineer Connects Community with Nature in Spokane

Apr 13, 2017 2:30 PM ET

Growing up on the East Coast, Dan Maguire didn’t find a multitude of opportunities to be one with nature.

The Delaware River near his New Jersey home was badly polluted, but even at a young age, Maguire was able to find upstream waters that ran clean, allowing him to indulge his passion for outdoor pursuits.

Events, Media & Communications

LBG Canada in Dubai

Apr 13, 2017 2:05 PM ET

LBG Canada has been represented in conversations about the potential of volunteering to contribute to the achievement the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), i.e. Impact 2030, for just over a year now. Chris Jarvis and the team at Realized Worth were founding partners of Impact 2030 in 2011 and continue to lead Impact 2030’s evolution.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bechtel Video | Safe Crossings in Kukibuye

Apr 13, 2017 1:50 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bacardi Named 84th Most Reputable Global Brand

Apr 13, 2017 1:30 PM ET

Bacardi Limited has been named among the 100 most reputable companies in the world in Forbes magazine for the fifth year in a row.