Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Energy

Environmentally Impacted Communities Benefit From Solar

Oct 22, 2019 5:30 PM ET

Thanks to a new state program, more Southern California Edison homeowners in these environmentally impacted communities can now install rooftop solar systems.

Events, Media & Communications

135 Advocates Join the Poverty is Unnecessary Project

Oct 22, 2019 5:25 PM ET

Mayor of the City of Austin, Steve Adler, has proclaimed October 25th as Poverty is Unnecessary Day! Whole Planet Foundation’s Poverty Is Unnecessary Benefit & Live Auction in Austin on October 25 is made possible by event support.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

eBay Unveils “Holiday Jargon Jar,” Turns Retailers’ Overused Holiday Chatter into Charity

Oct 22, 2019 5:15 PM ET

eBay will scan Twitter for the top 100 holiday buzzwords from 2,000 major brands, using a combination of algorithms and the human eye. Each time a retailer uses one of these predetermined words, $1 will be added to the Jargon Jar (up to $50,000).

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru Shows Love for Dogs Through the First-Ever National Make A Dog’s Day

Oct 22, 2019 4:40 PM ET

Subaru of America Inc. is furthering its commitment to animals in need and its partnership with the ASPCA® this month by creating the first-ever National Make A Dog’s Day on October 22, 2019.

Events, Media & Communications

4 Key Takeaways from PRWeek PRDecoded: Purpose Principles

Oct 22, 2019 4:30 PM ET

This week, the Porter Novelli team headed to Chicago for the annual PRWeek PRDecoded conference, contributing to two days of conversation fully dedicated to Purpose.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Why Sappi North America is Committed to Sourcing Wood and Fiber Responsibly

Oct 22, 2019 3:50 PM ET

Responsible manufacturing begins with responsible sourcing.

Sustainable Development Goals

A New Way to Address Inequality: Announcing the Aspen Partnership for an Inclusive Economy

Oct 22, 2019 3:35 PM ET

With the goal of making significant progress toward solving one of the most pressing and complex challenges of our time, The Aspen Institute (the Institute) and the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth (the Center) today announced....

Events, Media & Communications

Tokyo 2020: LIXIL First Presenting Partner for Paralympic Torch Relay

Oct 22, 2019 2:35 PM ET

As a Tokyo 2020 Gold Partner, LIXIL has been orchestrating activities to make better living a reality for everyone, such as the ‘Universal Run’ program for children to experience what it’s like to use a prosthetic leg for sports.

Research, Reports & Publications

For a Safer Tomorrow

Oct 22, 2019 2:35 PM ET

Our 2019 CR Report highlights the progress we’ve made in delivering on our commitments and the legacy of impact made possible by our dedicated CR team, executive champions, employee volunteers, consultants, and nonprofit partners.

Environment

Fires in the Amazon: Why Investors Are Calling on Companies to Help End Deforestation

Oct 22, 2019 2:35 PM ET

Images of the Amazon rainforests engulfed by smoke and flames that spread across the globe in recent months were a clear signal about the growing urgency to tackle devastating deforestation.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Supporting Wells Fargo to Create a Strong, Sustainable Future

Oct 22, 2019 2:35 PM ET

NRG is proud to announce a ten-year structured renewable energy agreement with Wells Fargo.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Art Spark Texas: Sparking the Creative in Everyone

Oct 22, 2019 2:00 PM ET

Art Spark Texas (formerly VSA Texas) challenges perceptions of people with disabilities and ignites confidence, ideas and courage to make a difference.

Events, Media & Communications

The Responsible Business Summit New York Returns for 2020

Oct 22, 2019 2:00 PM ET

The Responsible Business Summit New York Returns for 2020 with CEOs from Hanesbrands, Firmenich and Williams joining the East Coast flagship

Sustainable Development Goals

30 Companies and Institutional Investors Commit to Take Action to Secure a Healthy and Productive Ocean

Oct 22, 2019 1:30 PM ET

30 companies and institutional investors have signed up to the UN Global Compact Sustainable Ocean Principles committing to take action to secure a healthy and productive ocean.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Data Sets up Nonprofit’s Sobriety Program for Long-term Success

Oct 22, 2019 1:15 PM ET

While many organizations can capture client service delivery data, accessing that data efficiently and interpreting it in new and creative ways often presents a significant challenge for nonprofits.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

One Plant; Many Stories

Oct 22, 2019 1:00 PM ET

For more than 50 years, Whirlpool Corp's Findlay Operation has been producing dishwashers. The plant was the first one built by Whirlpool, as well as the first plant to utilize wind power. With more than 2,600 employees, it’s the top employer in Hancock County.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Wells Fargo Foundation Donates $9 Million to Local Housing Affordability, Neighborhood Revitalization Programs

Oct 22, 2019 1:00 PM ET

The Wells Fargo Foundation today announced $9 million in grants to more than 60 nonprofits across the United States in support of large-scale neighborhood revitalization and housing affordability solutions.

Diversity & Inclusion

An Inclusive Workforce Makes Domtar a Better Business

Oct 22, 2019 12:10 PM ET

Domtar’s Inclusion and Diversity Committee's objective is to promote a culture of inclusivity, and to help increase the representation of women and minorities within the company’s talent pipeline.

Energy

Republic Services Expands Natural Gas-Powered Fleet

Oct 22, 2019 12:00 PM ET

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) announced today the continued expansion of its natural gas-powered fleet as it makes progress toward its greenhouse gas reduction goals.

Education

Tata Consultancy Services Launches Second Year of ‘Ignite Innovation Student Challenge,’ Powered by Discovery Education

Oct 22, 2019 11:30 AM ET

Events, Media & Communications

CECP Announces Abercrombie & Fitch Co. CEO Fran Horowitz to Join Board of Directors

Oct 22, 2019 11:00 AM ET

As part of its continuing efforts to empower companies to drive long-term business success through positive societal impact, CECP announced that Fran Horowitz, CEO, Abercrombie & Fitch, has joined the organization’s distinguished Board of Directors.

Education

OneWest Bank Donates 2,500 Hours of Tutoring to Local Boys & Girls Clubs

Oct 22, 2019 11:00 AM ET

OneWest Bank, CIT’s Southern California retail bank division, today announced it is contributing 2,500 hours of homework assistance to three select local Boys & Girls Clubs as a result of its recent “Bank on Building a Brighter Community” campaign.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

MilliporeSigma Employee Spotlight: Natalie Randolph

Oct 22, 2019 10:35 AM ET

As part of our employee spotlight series, we’re sitting down with Natalie Randolph, Curiosity Cube® mobile science lab coordinator at MilliporeSigma, to learn more about the work she’s doing to spark curiosity in the next generation of scientists.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Power of Purpose: How Hallmark CMO Lindsey Roy Found Meaning Through Trauma (Part 2)

Oct 22, 2019 10:15 AM ET

Hallmark Cards CMO Lindsey Roy’s life changed forever when a tragic boating accident almost took her life–and left her with an amputated left leg, severely injured right leg and injured right arm.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Prudential Financial: A Commitment to the Community of Pro Bono

Oct 22, 2019 10:15 AM ET

This Pro Bono Week, Taproot Foundation is spotlighting nonprofits, business professionals, and companies who are playing key roles in bringing the impact of pro bono to life in communities around the globe.