Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Research, Reports & Publications

Our Approach: Boeing's Environment Strategy & Goals

Jun 10, 2016 1:40 PM ET

As Boeing celebrates its first century, we are looking forward to the innovations of the next 100 years.

Diversity & Inclusion

Why STEM? Why Now?

Jun 10, 2016 1:15 PM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

Antarctic Expedition Inspires Employee to Create Unique Learning Center

Jun 10, 2016 1:00 PM ET

Events, Media & Communications

Top Story: Hedge Fund Industry Embraces Merits of Sustainability Reporting

Jun 10, 2016 12:20 PM ET

Education

Scotiabank Sending Wood Buffalo Kids to Camp for Free This Summer

Jun 10, 2016 12:10 PM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Board That Embraced Stakeholders Beyond Shareholders

Jun 10, 2016 11:35 AM ET

Innovation & Technology

The Internet of Things: Driving Efficiency

Jun 10, 2016 11:10 AM ET

The IoT holds great promise as a means for us all to be better stewards of the planet, and its people

Health & Healthcare

BCBS Companies Support the Fight Against Diabetes

Jun 10, 2016 11:00 AM ET

Each year, the World Health Organization (WHO) marks its founding on April 7, 1948 – World Health Day – by highlighting a topic with significant implications for global health. This year the organization will shed a global spotlight on a condition that hits close to home for a staggering number of people: diabetes. Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) companies share the goal of working to beat this disease.

Education

First Pernod Ricard Research Award Goes to Young Researcher Aline Robert-Hazotte

Jun 10, 2016 10:45 AM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

AFBU Recognized with the AmCham Cares Award

Jun 10, 2016 10:30 AM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

Buenas notas a GFNorte por desempeño ambiental

Jun 10, 2016 10:00 AM ET

Health & Healthcare

Creating Lung Cancer Support Groups in Communities with Highest Rates of Cancer

Jun 10, 2016 10:00 AM ET

June is National Cancer Survivor Month. The Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation’s Bridging Cancer Care™ initiative supports community-based resources and survivorship support programs expanding to underserved populations in the U.S., with a primary focus on southeastern states with the highest lung cancer incidence and mortality in the country. By collaborating with partners such as Lung Cancer Alliance, the Foundation is promoting much-needed support for lung cancer survivors and their families.

Innovation & Technology

Invested in: PHRQL

Jun 10, 2016 10:00 AM ET

As a top finisher in BNY Mellon’s Social Innovation Challenge, PHRQL is expanding its nutrition education tool to food pantries in Pittsburgh to educate at-risk families on the importance of nutrition. If successful, PHRQL hopes to expand the program nationally.

Research, Reports & Publications

Good Grades to GFNorte for Environmental Performance

Jun 10, 2016 10:00 AM ET

Social Impact & Volunteering

BCBS Companies Recognized for Leadership in Mentoring America’s Youth

Jun 10, 2016 10:00 AM ET

For at-risk young adults, having a mentor can be the difference between going on to college and dropping out of high school. A mentoring relationship with a caring adult can encourage young people to participate in after-school activities, be leaders in clubs and teams, volunteer in their communities or even go on to be a mentor themselves.

Environment

European Sustainable Development Week: Real Estate and 'Tomorrow'

Jun 10, 2016 9:55 AM ET

Last week marked European Sustainable Development Week; a European-wide initiative to stimulate and make visible activities, projects and events that promote sustainable development and the UN Global Goals for Sustainable Development. In this article, we reflect on the 5 themes of ‘Tomorrow’ – an award-winning French documentary following the journey of 6 thirty-somethings exploring the world in search of solutions that can save future generations.

Education

How Do We Get Teens Excited About Science?

Jun 10, 2016 9:15 AM ET

We at the Amgen Foundation believe that an understanding of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) subjects, particularly science, is critical for students to be prepared for careers and citizenship in the 21st century. Today’s students are the innovators of tomorrow — the people who will find new ways to cure diseases and improve patients’ lives. We have a great opportunity to spark a love of science in students, tap into their motivations, and stimulate their understanding of the purpose and benefits of a strong STEM education.

Environment

Earth Day 2016: Healthy Planet, Healthy People

Jun 10, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Humans are only a small part of the incredibly complex but connected system of life on our Earth. While we are only one of over 8 million species in existence, our individual health and well-being are intimately linked to the health of our planet.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Toyota | Driving to Make a Difference

Jun 10, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Environment

Bridging the Gap

Jun 10, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

Deloitte Survey Finds That a Mere 30 Percent of Resumes Include Volunteering, Despite the Known Benefits to Career Advancement

Jun 10, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Today’s job applicants may be undervaluing volunteerism according to the results of the 2016 Deloitte Impact Survey released today. The study targeted individuals who are currently employed and have the ability to either directly influence hiring or indirectly influence the person making the hiring decision.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Facts About Global Poverty and Employment

Jun 10, 2016 7:00 AM ET

Social Impact & Volunteering

Cooking Up Talent: That's How Hospitality Works

Jun 10, 2016 7:00 AM ET

Environment

Tailings Monitoring Embraces Innovation

Jun 10, 2016 4:30 AM ET

In recognition of the recent World Environment Day, our post takes a closer look at how innovation and real-time data is changing the way we inspect, monitor and manage tailings at Goldcorp.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Shaw’s and Star Market Rollout Fresh Rescue

Jun 9, 2016 8:45 PM ET

New England’s oldest and longest operating food retailer remains committed to helping end hunger in towns and cities across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont and Rhode Island. As part of this commitment to hunger relief, Shaw’s and Star Market stores will work with loc