Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Responsible Production & Consumption

Fighting for Forests, Walmart Moves to Source Sustainable Paper

Jul 17, 2020 1:30 PM ET

The journey from tree, to pulp, to paper is a long one. It doesn’t happen overnight or without the input of people across the supply chain. Because that journey impacts forests globally, we aim to have it begin & end with sustainability at its core.

Diversity & Inclusion

Introducing the 2020 Sundance Ignite x Adobe Fellows

Jul 17, 2020 1:30 PM ET

Creativity plays a crucial role in how we tell our stories, and it’s never been more important to elevate new voices, particularly in a medium like film.

Environment

As U.S. Rebuilds Economy, Companies Urged to Align Lobbying With Science-based Climate Action

Jul 17, 2020 1:15 PM ET

As the U.S. works to rebuild the economy, companies across the nation are being urged to align their action on climate change with the latest science that calls for limiting global temperature rise to no more than 1.5 degrees Celsius

Innovation & Technology

T‑Mobile Unveils Latest Un‑carrier Move: Scam Shield — A Massive Set of Free Solutions to Protect Customers From Rampant Scams and Robocalls

Jul 17, 2020 1:15 PM ET

T-Mobile’s latest Un-carrier move, Scam Shield, takes on scams and unwanted robocalls with an unparalleled series of bold solutions to protect T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Sprint customers for free.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Duke Energy Announces $750,000 in Grants for North Carolina Nonprofits Dedicated to Social Justice, Racial Equity

Jul 17, 2020 1:00 PM ET

Health & Healthcare

What We're Learning: Navigating a Pandemic Through the Lens of an HSE Leader

Jul 17, 2020 12:30 PM ET

Over the course of April, Acre convened a number of virtual round-tables to discuss business continuity and effective Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) leadership during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Research, Reports & Publications

Case Study: Impact of Installing Bio-toilets on School Children in India

Jul 17, 2020 12:00 PM ET

In India, almost 50 million people lack access to adequate sanitation, thereby increasing risks of water contamination leading to diseases. In 2017, the country still had the highest number of people practising open defecation in the world.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

ON Semiconductor Malaysia Believes in the Investment in Science

Jul 17, 2020 11:30 AM ET

If we can make science inspirational and fun, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) would not be “too difficult.” It is easier to learn when the subject taught is enjoyable and students can relate to it through experiments being conducted.

Innovation & Technology

Qualcomm Forms Smart City Partnership with Infinite

Jul 17, 2020 11:00 AM ET

Together, the two companies will try to provide developers with end-to-end IoT-as-a-Service (IoTaaS) technology that will make it easier bring new connected solutions to the market.

Events, Media & Communications

JUST LAUNCHED: Reuters Events Delivering Net-Zero Week - Ahead of COP26

Jul 17, 2020 10:00 AM ET

2020 was due to be a landmark year for those pushing for a net-zero future, with world leaders being tasked update and upgrade their pledges on tackling climate change and emissions targets through to 2030.

Environment

Procter & Gamble Amplifies Commitment to Protect the Planet by Joining the Arbor Day Foundation's Evergreen Alliance

Jul 17, 2020 10:00 AM ET

Procter and Gamble, one of the nation’s leading consumer goods companies, has amplified its commitment to tree planting by joining the Arbor Day Foundation’s Evergreen Alliance.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Discovery Education Experience and the Company's Corporate & Community Partnership Programs Honored with 2020 Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence

Jul 17, 2020 9:30 AM ET

Discovery Education Experience and the company’s corporate & community partnership programs were recently honored with 2020 Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence.

Research, Reports & Publications

Announcing Wave VIII of the Porter Novelli COVID-19 Tracker: Responsible Business in Continued Crisis

Jul 17, 2020 9:00 AM ET

Today, the United States finds itself in uncharted territory. While many states are in various stages of reopening, the virus surges to new heights across the south and west.

Media & Communications

World Environment Center Elects New Board Members

Jul 17, 2020 9:00 AM ET

As part of an ongoing commitment to expand its thought leadership, diversity and effectiveness as a global sustainability organization, the World Environment Center’s Board of Directors has elected three individuals for Board membership.

Green Infrastructure

VIDEO | Behind-the-Scenes of a Living Site

Jul 16, 2020 4:00 PM ET

Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Mohawk Group's "Living Site" carpet tile plant located in Virginia's picturesque Shenandoah Valley.

Diversity & Inclusion

Walgreens Earns Best Place to Work on 2020 Disability Equality Index

Jul 16, 2020 3:55 PM ET

Walgreens has been recognized for the fourth consecutive year with a top score of 100 percent on the 2020 Disability Equality Index® (DEI), a joint initiative by Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD).

Sustainable Development Goals

Social Value Matters 2020 Speaker Profile - Mayor Lisa Helps & Mayor Josie Osborne

Jul 16, 2020 3:40 PM ET

This September, Social Value Canada is convening Social Value International's #SVM2020 conference virtually from Toronto. We're thrilled to announce Josie Osborne, the Mayor of Tofino, B.C., and Lisa Helps, the Mayor of Victoria, B.C., as two featured contributors.

Innovation & Technology

The Way We Work Now: Rapid Collaboration to Produce Crucial Protective Gear Early in the COVID-19 Crisis

Jul 16, 2020 3:10 PM ET

Innovation & Technology

CNH Industrial Electrifies the Construction Industry With "ProjectZeus"

Jul 16, 2020 3:00 PM ET

CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE: CNHI /MI: CNHI) is continuously pushing the boundaries of what is possible with clean energy and alternative fuel solutions.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Community Health Facilitators Support CASHPOR's COVID Response in India

Jul 16, 2020 2:00 PM ET

One of India’s first responses to the COVID crisis was a strict lockdown from late March through May. During this period, government guidelines restricted movements, especially across jurisdictions

Education

The Cisco Intern Experience Goes Virtual

Jul 16, 2020 2:00 PM ET

It’s hard to believe that just eight months ago, from my little apartment in Florence, Italy, I was clicking through the electronic paperwork for the offer I had just received from Cisco. I was going to be an incoming intern for the...

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Merck named Employer of the Year by Disability:IN

Jul 16, 2020 2:00 PM ET

Merck has been recognized by Disability:IN® as the 2020 Employer of the Year for its exemplary policies, strategies and initiatives that have resulted in measurable results in areas of disability inclusiveness...

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

The Road to a Vaccine, Season 2, Ep. 1: How Lessons Learned in Fighting HIV Help Us Battle COVID-19

Jul 16, 2020 1:30 PM ET

Environment

The Importance of Recycling During a Pandemic

Jul 16, 2020 1:10 PM ET

Just about everything is shipped in a paper box including vital medical supplies and everyday items you buy at the grocery store. It’s also why recycling paper products and cardboard boxes has become even more critical to ensure there’s enough...

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Being a Responsible & Ethical Business

Jul 16, 2020 1:00 PM ET

Hershey prioritizes upholding ethical business conduct and being transparent. Through our commitment to live our values, we have developed robust policies and procedures to act responsibly across our operations and supply chain.