Health & Healthcare

Alkermes Celebrates National Family Caregivers Month

Nov 24, 2021 10:50 AM ET

November is National Family Caregivers Month and as we prepare for Thanksgiving, it is a perfect opportunity to express our sincerest gratitude to family caregivers.

Environment

One Billion People Will Be Affected by Rising Temperature

Nov 24, 2021 10:35 AM ET

A billion people could be affected by extreme heat stress if the world’s temperature rises by 2°C, the Met Office has revealed.

Sustainable Development Goals

Inside the Blue Zone, Part Two

Nov 24, 2021 10:05 AM ET

WSP USA’s Tom Lewis explains why he sees accelerated action coming out of the United Nation’s COP26 climate change conference, which concluded on Nov. 12.

Social Impact & Volunteering

3 Reasons to Join 'Schneider Go Green!'

Nov 24, 2021 9:35 AM ET

Schneider Electric kicked off its Global Judging panel for the annual student competition Schneider Go Green, in which the organization assessed the participants’ projects, mentored and guided the seven finalist teams.

Research, Reports & Publications

Vistra's Supply Chain Diversity Program Supporting Women and Minority-Owned Businesses

Nov 24, 2021 9:20 AM ET

Supported through Vistra’s overall commitment to DEI, Vistra’s supply chain diversity initiative seeks to reflect our customer base and workforce compositions through a diverse supply chain.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Practitioner Video Testimony: 5 CPOs Answer: “Why Sustainable Procurement?”

Nov 24, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Five CPO's, Executives and Procurement professionals answer the question, "Why Sustainable Procurement?" and how investing in a sustainable supply chain has impacted their businesses for the better.

Health & Healthcare

Predicting Depression in Teens

Nov 24, 2021 9:00 AM ET

You only need to read the headlines to know the toll the last year has taken on adolescent mental health.

Environment

Better Planet: Going Beyond Net Zero by 2035

Nov 24, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Our goal is to design a product or process that is more environmentally favorable, using outcome-based standards recognized by the scientific community.

Energy

Why Don Hamilton Lives a Fully Charged Life

Nov 24, 2021 8:45 AM ET

You won’t find any gas cans in Donald Hamilton’s garage at his home in Surf City, N.C. From an electric lawnmower to a Tesla Model 3, he is committed to electrification.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Jennie-O Partners With YouTube Star and Philanthropist MrBeast to Give Away 10,000 Turkeys

Nov 24, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Jennie-O Turkey Store, one of the largest and most beloved turkey brands in the world, teamed up with MrBeast, one of YouTube’s biggest stars, and his 501c3 organization, Beast Philanthropy, to make this Thanksgiving holiday a little brighter for those in need.

Research, Reports & Publications

Bacardi Outlines How It Is Doing the Right Thing for the Planet

Nov 24, 2021 7:00 AM ET

Bacardi's FY21 Corporate Responsibility Report outlines the company's commitments to its employees, customers, suppliers, consumers, and communities, as well as the progress Bacardi is making in 4 priority areas.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Most Successful, Sustainable Organizations Will Be Driven by Feminine Leadership

Nov 23, 2021 4:40 PM ET

“Diversity brings new perspectives, fresh ideas and better innovation,” said Julia Luscher, VP of marketing for Tetra Pak.

Innovation & Technology

CNH Industrial Enters Into Exclusive Multi-year Technology Licensing Agreement With Monarch Tractor

Nov 23, 2021 4:00 PM ET

Innovation & Technology

Generation Impact Episode 2: The Inventor

Nov 23, 2021 3:55 PM ET

Inspired by a robotic arm he built as a teen that won a state science fair, 25-year old inventor and entrepreneur Easton LaChappelle developed the world’s lightest weight and most affordable bionic limb using 3D printing technology.

Energy

As Green Hydrogen Production Scales, Blue Hydrogen Can Maintain Demand

Nov 23, 2021 3:00 PM ET

The sheer abundance of hydrogen on this planet, along with the gas’ status as a clean burning fuel, makes it an appealing decarbonization tool.

Green Infrastructure

The Eyes and Ears of Southern California Edison

Nov 23, 2021 2:55 PM ET

At any given time of the year, day and night, a small and vigilant team keeps their eyes peeled — watching, monitoring and tracking Southern California Edison’s 50,000-square-mile service area.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

International Paper Donates $288,000 to Feeding America®

Nov 23, 2021 2:55 PM ET

International Paper is proud to build on their #HelpFillTheBoxes campaign with a significant donation to Feeding America® to help combat this critical need in the communities where their employees live and work.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Medtronic Honored for Supporting Women Engineers

Nov 23, 2021 2:15 PM ET

The Society of Women Engineers recently awarded Medtronic its 2021 Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Award, which recognizes a company’s efforts to create a pioneering D&I program.

Diversity & Inclusion

Driving Upward Mobility for Black Prosperity

Nov 23, 2021 2:00 PM ET

Comcast spoke with community impact partner Derick Pearson, Executive Director & President of the Center for Black Innovation about how the organization is advancing Black prosperity by building asset and talent-rich spaces in Black communities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Las Vegas Sands and Clean the World Announce 2021 Drop by Drop Project Grant Recipients

Nov 23, 2021 1:50 PM ET

Las Vegas Sands and the Clean the World Foundation, a leader in global health dedicated to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) and global sustainability, have announced the 2021 Drop by Drop Project grant recipients.

Environment

Implications of Mergers and Acquisitions on EHS Management Systems

Nov 23, 2021 1:45 PM ET

Learn more about how maintaining an aligned, stable, and structured EHS management system will promote efficient operations and reduce risk and costs during and long after merger and alignment.

Diversity & Inclusion

Wanda Castro-Borrero: Carrying on Legacy of Care

Nov 23, 2021 1:35 PM ET

Growing up in Puerto Rico, Wanda Castro-Borrero came from a family of modest means and saw what unmet medical need looks like. Her childhood experiences sparked a passion to help others.

Environment

How Can We Support Biodiversity In Oil Palm Landscapes?

Nov 23, 2021 1:00 PM ET

As palm oil remains one of the most land-efficient and shelf stable vegetable oils, enhancing conservation efforts to support biodiversity is vital.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

MetLife Recognized for Hispanic Inclusion

Nov 23, 2021 1:00 PM ET

MetLife, Inc. announced that, for the 10th consecutive year, it has received the HACR Award for Corporate Inclusion, in recognition of its success in promoting Hispanic inclusion.

Environment

WSP and Partners Complete Largest Environmental Restoration Project in U.S. History

Nov 23, 2021 12:10 PM ET

WSP and partners complete largest environmental restoration project in U.S. history: Florida Everglades’ man-made wetlands in C-44 Reservoir/Stormwater Treatment Area will restore, protect and preserve wildlife and communities.