Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Innovation & Technology

Technological Innovations for Construction, Forecasting and Data Analysis on Issues

Nov 1, 2017 9:25 AM ET

We are combining start-up funding, incubation, and integration to accelerate Bechtel’s efforts to drive technological innovation and sustainability across the enterprise.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Introducing the We Mean Business Climate Policy Tracker

Nov 1, 2017 9:00 AM ET

BSR and the We Mean Business coalition introduce the Climate Policy Tracker—a freely available online platform designed to help businesses determine which climate policies are relevant to them across key regions and sectors.

Sustainable Development Goals

Walgreens Boots Alliance Aligns Its Strategies, Practices, Targets With SDGs

Nov 1, 2017 9:00 AM ET

If the Sustainable Development Goals are, for the first time ever, a definitive plan to transform our world in the next 15 years – fixing inequality, bringing people out of poverty and dealing with climate change once and for all – then aligning with them makes sense for Walgreens Boots Alliance. And that is exactly what the company has done, making sure that its own strategies, targets and policies are aligned with the global priorities as established by the UN SDGs.

Energy

An Intern’s Perspective: The Unexpected Rewards of Technical Work for Engineer Anna Perkinson

Nov 1, 2017 6:00 AM ET

Tetra Tech’s Sabrina Daley, International Development Services intern, is writing a series of blog posts about learning from women at Tetra Tech who are leading significant international development projects. In this post, she introduces our Anna Perkinson, senior clean energy associate, who discusses her experiences as a female technical expert in the engineering field.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Sustainability Starts With Our People

Nov 1, 2017 5:50 AM ET

For any business looking to reduce its environmental impact, establishing a sustainability game plan is critical, but complex. Companies that set out on this path will want to look at ways to use fewer and renewable resources in their products; make their facilities more efficient; adopt sustainable procurement practices; and launch internal initiatives like recycling programs.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Taking Customer Service to the Next Level at Sappi North America

Oct 31, 2017 6:30 PM ET

Sappi understands the importance of creating innovative solutions that meet evolving customer needs. Our future success depends on listening to, communicating with and responding to our customers. From award-winning marketing collateral to sophisticated approaches to customer collaboration and product development, Sappi stands apart.

Events, Media & Communications

Mohawk Group and Humanscale Sponsor Talk Series on Future of Workplace Design

Oct 31, 2017 5:20 PM ET

Mohawk Group and Humanscale broadened the conversation on sustainability last week with a series of talks illustrating how manufacturers are creating designs that contribute to healthy spaces, demonstrate product transparency, and give back to the earth.

Environment

6 Haunted Forests Perfect for Thrills

Oct 31, 2017 5:00 PM ET

Some of the most breathtaking natural wonders of the world are found deep in forests. Pristine lakes, towering trees, and scenic views attract thousands of tourists to these protected sites. But many of these sites are filled with hauntings pasts.

Events, Media & Communications

Diversity & Inclusion, Employee Wellness & Engagement, Increased Community Impact! Two Days Away From Thinking Inside Out.

Oct 31, 2017 4:40 PM ET

Join Canadian and International peers in Toronto, Canada at Inside Out: A Transformative Approach to Community Investment. Inside Out is a future-looking conference designed to advance the practice of how companies invest in community.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Peter Grauer Is Included in the Latest FT/OUTstanding List as One of the Top Leading Ally Executives

Oct 31, 2017 4:15 PM ET

Peter Grauer, Chairman of Bloomberg LP, is included in the latest FT/OUTstanding list as one of the top leading ally executives.

Diversity & Inclusion

Arrow Electronics Supports 2017 Women in the Workplace Study

Oct 31, 2017 3:00 PM ET

Arrow Electronics joined 221 other companies in participating in the recently released Women in the Workplace 2017, a comprehensive study of the state of women in corporate America. The research, featured as part of a Wall Street Journal special report, is part of a long-term collaboration between LeanIn.Org and McKinsey & Company to give organizations the information they need to promote women’s leadership and foster gender equality.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

VMware Named to the 2017 Fortune Future 50 List

Oct 31, 2017 2:40 PM ET

VMware is pleased to announce that the company has been named to the first ever Fortune Future 50 list. VMware ranked no. 6 in the Leaders category (companies with a market value above $20 billion). Companies on this list are ranked on a multitude of factors, including their external market potential and internal capability-based lens.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Voya Financial’s Christina Hack Joins Board of Junior Achievement of Southeastern Pennsylvania

Oct 31, 2017 2:25 PM ET

Voya Financial, Inc. (NYSE: VOYA), announced today that Christina Hack, senior vice president, Strategic Financial Management, Planning and Analysis, has joined the board of directors for Junior Achievement (JA) of Southeastern Pennsylvania, serving greater Philadelphia.

Energy

Inside Energy Efficiency With a GM EDF Climate Corps Fellow

Oct 31, 2017 2:15 PM ET

Michael Vachiraadisorn, General Motors’ Environmental Defense Fund Climate Corps fellow, brought a unique perspective to the company as an MBA candidate at the University of Oregon. During his 10 weeks with GM, Michael used both his engineering background and new business acumen to bring fresh perspective on solving energy challenges.

Environment

How Solar Carports Can Generate Energy and Save Money

Oct 31, 2017 2:00 PM ET

Kern High School District in California installed SunPower carport solar systems at 25 of its sites, allowing them to save money and conserve energy, thanks to financing from Wells Fargo.

Health & Healthcare

Three Quality of Life Hacks for a Healthier Halloween

Oct 31, 2017 1:10 PM ET

The Halloween holiday means stockpiles of candy will likely be around your house or office, making it hard to resist extra sweets. So, how can we make this holiday a slightly less sugary one?

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru to Host Animal Shelter Supply Drives Through the Month of October

Oct 31, 2017 1:00 PM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

Viacom’s Third Annual Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Program Opens Doors and Unlocks Keys to Diversity

Oct 31, 2017 12:45 PM ET

Since 2015, Viacom has welcomed 60 high school girls to its Times Square Headquarters as part of the nationally-renowned Girls Who Code summer immersion program. Girls Who Code is a nonprofit organization driven to close the gender gap in tech by giving young girls a foundation in coding.

“Coding is a skill that can open up many doors for someone,” said Viacom Senior Director of Technology, Aurelie Gaudry. “Viacom is the perfect partner for a Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Program because it introduces young women to beginner computer science concepts while also allowing them to see many different paths coding can lead you down.”

Social Impact & Volunteering

A Diverse Group of Musicians from Northern Trust Form “The Exceptions"

Oct 31, 2017 12:35 PM ET

In 2011, a diverse group of musicians from Northern Trust came together to form “The Exceptions.” Since the band’s humble beginnings as the house band for the company’s annual United Way campaign, it has performed more than 100 times in support of Northern Trust-sponsored charities. From galas to walkathons to club performances, The Exceptions have performed for events with hundreds and even thousands in attendance.

Education

New Resource for Educators Helps Kids Everywhere Advocate for Infinite Recess

Oct 31, 2017 12:25 PM ET

Imagine a classroom of students in Tulsa, Oklahoma working together to write a persuasive essay to change their bedtime, raise their allowance, or increase their candy quota. A new, pay-what-you-wish, online platform, 826 Digital (826digital.com), will make this type of engaged and creative learning possible anywhere in the world when it launches on November 1.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

JetBlue Landed on Fortune's List of ‘Companies Changing the World'

Oct 31, 2017 12:00 PM ET

Last year, as part of our long-term strategy to reduce carbon emissions, we made headlines when we signed one of the largest renewable jet fuel purchase agreements in aviation history—33 million gallons over the next 10 years! This industry-leading step to reduce pollution—plus our onboard and uniform recycling programs—caught the attention of Fortune, and we landed at #46 on its recent list of “Companies Changing the World.” So just what is renewable jet fuel? Check out this quick, two-minute video that explains how it works!

Events, Media & Communications

Video: Bloomberg Unveils New European Headquarters in the City of London

Oct 31, 2017 11:55 AM ET

Mike Bloomberg officially unveiled our spectacular new European Headquarters in the City of London last week. He was joined by London Mayor Sadiq Khan and the building’s architect Lord Foster, founder and executive chairman, Foster + Partners.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Four Ways to Future-Proof Your Supply Chain

Oct 31, 2017 11:55 AM ET

Cliff Henson (SVP Global Supply Chain) shares how digitization can improve the resiliency and sustainability of our supply chains

Environment

Bombay Sapphire Team Help Large Blue Butterfly Conservation in Somerset

Oct 31, 2017 11:45 AM ET

The Bombay Sapphire Distillery team, based in Laverstoke Mill, volunteered in Somerset to help conservation efforts for a blue butterfly.

Education

Only 10 Days Left for Teachers to Enter the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest

Oct 31, 2017 11:30 AM ET

Teachers only have 10 more days to submit their science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) ideas to the eighth annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest. Now through Thursday, November 9, Samsung is calling on teachers to apply to the competition by briefly describing how their students can use STEAM to address a real-world problem in their community, for a chance to win a share of $2 million* in technology and other prizes.