Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Axiom Materials Receives Carbon Neutrality Certification

Axiom Materials Inc., a global leader in composites materials is pleased to announce it has received the Carbon Neutrality Certification for calendar year 2019, demonstrating its commitment to corporate social responsibilities and contributing to reinforcing the sustainable future of our world.

Diversity & Inclusion

Medtronic Releases Second Annual Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity Report

As a global leader in healthcare technology, Medtronic understands that an inclusive workplace is one of the keys to unlocking the potential of its people and creating innovative technologies and solutions for patients around the world.

Innovation & Technology

CNH Industrial Takes Over Leadership of AgGateway

CNH Industrial N.V. has assumed leadership of AgGateway, a non-profit organization that seeks to solve the digital challenges of agriculture, by transforming data into value.

Responsible Production & Consumption

How We're Developing Packaging Solutions for a Sustainable Future

As a global nutrition company, environmental sustainability is an integral part of Herbalife Nutrition’s innovation strategy. They are focused on developing new product packaging solutions that are safe, functional and environmentally friendly...

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Nominations for the 2021 Responsible CEO of the Year Awards, Lifetime Achievement Award Open

Responsible corporate leadership has taken on a whole new meaning.

Innovation & Technology

Arrow Electronics Update: Technology Project Helps Coffee Growers Increase Revenue

A blockchain project supported by Arrow Electronics has increased revenue for Honduran coffee growers and helped them establish long-term buying relationships.

Health & Healthcare

Medtronic: Building Crisis-Resistant Healthcare Systems in a Post-COVID World

“As we move forward, we’re talking about continuing to improve outcomes, continuing to lower costs, and at the same time improve access,” said Martha.

Green Infrastructure

Co-founder of Black Lives Matter, Opal Tometi, Joins International Living Future Institute Board of Directors

Opal Tometi has joined the Board of Directors for the International Living Future Institute, the organization announced today.

Education

Empowering Students and Educators To Learn and Teach From Virtually Anywhere

There has been a rapid transition in education, from classroom learning for the majority of students to remote learning. This unprecedented shift has revealed many challenges that further expand the homework gap.

Environment

Quantis Launches geoFootprint, a Tool Accelerating Sustainable Agriculture by Harnessing the Power of Satellite Imagery

Leading sustainability consulting firm Quantis launches geoFootprint, the first tool to use satellite imagery to visualize the environmental impact of crops on an interactive world map for smarter, science-driven decision making on sustainability.

Research, Reports & Publications

Introducing Porter Novelli's 2021 Business of Cancel Culture Study

This week, we are proud to launch Porter Novelli’s 2021 Business of Cancel Culture Study. This research aims to help us understand the mechanics of cancel culture.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Another Record-breaking Year for Employee Safety at Sappi North America

This past year was very special for safety in Sappi North America (SNA).

Responsible Production & Consumption

Coffee's Great Hope

Nestle's Nescafe Youth Initiative provides training in coffee production, good agricultural practices, product quality, digital skills, business acumen and valuable self-confidence to strengthen employability. Read Cesar's story in full.

Innovation & Technology

Have You Tried Turning Your House Off and On Again?

Tackling home improvement projects in a smart home requires more than being handy with a hammer and screwdrivers. You also need to be comfortable troubleshooting connectivity and firmware issues.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Black & Veatch's Pishal Takes Leadership Role With 2021 CTIA Smart Transportation Working Group

Black & Veatch announces today that Paul Pishal has been selected as co-chair to lead the 2021 CTIA Smart Transportation Working Group.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Owens Corning Recognized for Green Power Leadership

Owens Corning has debuted at #16 on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s National Top 100 List of the largest green power users from the Green Power Partnership. The company is also #11 on the list of Green Power Partners from the Fortune 500®.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Northern Trust Leaders Recognized in OUTstanding 's LGBT+ Role Models 2020 Lists

Congratulations to Northern Trust’s Noel Gavin, head of global learning for our Corporate & Institutional Services (C&IS) business and Seamus Kearney, project manager in C&IS from our Ireland offices

Sustainable Development Goals

The Effect of Legal Violations on Perceived Sustainability Performance

Hundreds of companies violate US federal, state, and local laws each year. Do these transgressions affect how these companies are rated by ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance) experts?

Education

Three Thoughtful Tips to Help High Schoolers Design Their Futures

Empowering students to select which path works best for them and determine how to best financially plan for the future are key to ensuring that some of their first adult decisions set them on a trajectory toward success.

Events, Media & Communications

The Evolution of Sustainability at Home Depot

Ron Jarvis, VP of Environmental Innovation and Social Environmental Responsibility, shares his wealth of knowledge on all things orange… and green.

Research, Reports & Publications

International WELL Building Institute Launches Global Research Agenda

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) today announced the launch of its Global Research Agenda, an interdisciplinary global call to action to support innovative health and built environment research, to unite disciplines...

Environment

Mastercard Pledges Net Zero Emissions; Innovates for Collective Climate Action

Mastercard is furthering its commitment to create a more sustainable and inclusive digital economy, with a pledge to reach net zero emissions by 2050.

Education

How Is COVID-19 Impacting Education for Children From Multilingual Communities?

But as nearly 93% of households with school-age children reported using some form of remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, family engagement is more needed than ever.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Charles Schwab Pro Bono Challenge 2020 Champions Financial Literacy for Social Justice, COVID-19 Relief, and Military Communities

The Charles Schwab Pro Bono Challenge successfully brought together 392 volunteers and 65 nonprofits across the U.S. for three weeks of virtual volunteering valued at $749K in pro bono support for COVID-19 relief and urgent community needs.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Integrating EHS and Sustainability Into Your Startup Business

By evaluating EHS and sustainability risks and opportunities and working to improve EHS&S culture, startups can position themselves for growth. Find out more about integrating EHS and sustainability into your startup business in this blog.

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