Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Human Rights Campaign: Making a More Inclusive and Accepting World for Everyone

Nov 14, 2019 2:00 PM ET

The Human Rights Campaign Foundation is fighting for a world where lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people are truly equal

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Scotiabank to Mobilize $100 Billion by 2025 to Support the Transition to a Lower-carbon and More Resilient Economy

Nov 14, 2019 1:55 PM ET

Recognizing the critical role that the financial services sector plays in the transition to a low-carbon, Scotiabank announced its Climate Commitments to support clients in the transition to a low-carbon economy and decarbonize its own operations.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Changing the World One Leader at a Time

Nov 14, 2019 1:45 PM ET

I have always counted myself lucky to be able to work in a field that directly impacts the lives of talented young people preparing themselves for a bright future.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Merck Named One of America’s Most Just Companies by Forbes and Just Capital

Nov 14, 2019 1:40 PM ET

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Food Transparency and Traceability

Nov 14, 2019 1:35 PM ET

Leafy greens, mashed potatoes, mangoes and shrimp are just some of the products farmers, food producers and retailers are tracing using IBM Food Trust, the leading blockchain solution for transparency and traceability within the food supply chain.

Environment

Aramark Launches New Eco-Conscious Apparel Line Made From Recycled Materials

Nov 14, 2019 1:30 PM ET

Aramark is launching an exclusive new WearGuard® Eco Collection that offers an apparel solution for customers committed to minimizing their impact on environment, it was announced today.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Family Compensation Fund Improves the Lives of More Than 800 Colombian Farmers

Nov 14, 2019 1:00 PM ET

The Comfandi Family Compensation Fund is improving lives by providing affordable essential services to low-income people and creating employment opportunities throughout its company value chain.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Carnival Corporation Announces New Hires and Promotions in Ethics and Compliance Function

Nov 14, 2019 1:00 PM ET

Carnival Corporation & plc announced 7 new hires and internal promotions as part of the development of its new companywide ethics and compliance function, first announced in August 2019 and led by Peter Anderson, chief ethics and compliance officer.

Environment

Morgan Stanley Announces Partnership With National Geographic Society, University of Georgia to Advance Citizen Science to Help Reduce Plastic Waste

Nov 14, 2019 12:20 PM ET

Morgan Stanley, National Geographic Society and the UG announced a partnership to scale and enhance the citizen science movement to help prevent and reduce plastic waste in coastlines and waterways through support for the Marine Debris Tracker

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

3 Ways Endowments Can Adopt Sustainable Investing

Nov 14, 2019 11:35 AM ET

by Emily Lawrence, director of sustainable investing for the institutional client group, and Sharee Zlatkova, investment associate for sustainable investing for the institutional client group

Environment

Let’s Bee Real

Nov 14, 2019 11:30 AM ET

Honeybees are a critical element of our food supply. Without them, we would see a devastating decrease in healthy foods like fruits and vegetables. If you’re not into those things, think about this: Even coffee beans require bees for pollination.

Education

FCA Foundation Invests $1.6 Million to Advance Educational Opportunities for Detroit-area Students

Nov 14, 2019 11:00 AM ET

Today, the FCA Foundation, the charitable arm of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, announced the recipients of its 2019 educational grants (totaling $1,650,000).

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Early Times® “Dogbassador” Graduates K9s for Warriors Program

Nov 14, 2019 10:00 AM ET

Today, The Early Times® Kentucky Whisky “Dogbassador,” Earl, a one-year-old male rescue puppy, graduates the K9s For Warriors training program after completing the final step in his nine-month journey.

Innovation & Technology

Alexa, Make Me a Hero

Nov 14, 2019 9:45 AM ET

Ready to become a hero? Just ask Amazon Alexa. DKMS continues to utilize technology to enhance the experience of joining the bone marrow registry even easier and accessible for all.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

A First Step for Place-Focused Foundations

Nov 14, 2019 9:10 AM ET

During the next decade, local impact investment funds will be an essential asset for most place-focused foundations. Why? This new article informs us why...

Events, Media & Communications

Subaru Unveils Inspirational Creative Campaign to Launch 2019 Subaru Share the Love® Event

Nov 14, 2019 8:30 AM ET

Subaru of America, Inc. today released a new creative campaign to celebrate the launch of its 12th annual Subaru Share the Love® Event.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Building Networks for Second Chances

Nov 14, 2019 8:20 AM ET

In a new op-ed for the Las Vegas Business Press, Holden and HOPE for Prisoners founder and CEO Jon Ponder explained why it’s critical for businesses and communities to unite around criminal justice reform.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Rebuilding Together and Cost Plus World Market Announce Partnership to Support the Repair of Homes for People in Need and Revitalize Communities

Nov 14, 2019 7:10 AM ET

Rebuilding Together today announced a new partnership with specialty retailer Cost Plus World Market, to provide critical home repairs to our neighbors in need and revitalize our communities.

Events, Media & Communications

CEO Paul Hudson Speaks Out For World Diabetes Day

Nov 13, 2019 5:35 PM ET

World Diabetes Day is tomorrow! To mark this event, our CEO, Paul Hudson, speaks about Sanofi's long-term commitment to diabetes care.

Research, Reports & Publications

Schneider Electric's 2018-2019 Sustainability Report

Nov 13, 2019 4:10 PM ET

We believe access to energy is a fundamental right. Our world is transforming rapidly, and our generation is facing a tectonic shift in energy transition and industrial revolution, catalyzed by accelerated digitization in a more electric world.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Scheller College of Business Named a Top Three U.S. School in the Corporate Knights 2019 Better World MBA Ranking

Nov 13, 2019 3:00 PM ET

Georgia Tech's Scheller College of Business continues to be recognized as a leader in sustainability education in business. In the 17th annual Better World MBA Ranking, released by Corporate Knights on November 8, 2019, Scheller College is ranked #3 in the United States and #9 globally.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

ON Semiconductor Makes Kindness The Norm!

Nov 13, 2019 2:55 PM ET

Today, we celebrate World Kindness Day, an international holiday that was formed in 1998 to promote kindness throughout the world, and it’s our opportunity to reflect on the positive potential of both large and small acts of kindness.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Smithfield Foods Donates More Than 40,000 Pounds of Protein to Palm Beach County Food Bank

Nov 13, 2019 2:15 PM ET

The donation, equivalent to more than 160,000 servings of protein, will help families fight hunger across Palm Beach County to serve nearly 100,000 individuals in need.

Innovation & Technology

New Holland Agriculture Wins the Inaugural Sustainable Tractor of the Year® Award at Agritechnica 2019

Nov 13, 2019 2:00 PM ET

New Holland Agriculture has won the inaugural ‘Sustainable Tractor of the Year 2020’ award at Agritechnica 2019, the world’s largest agricultural trade show, currently taking place in Hannover, Germany.

Diversity & Inclusion

Hiring Our Heroes

Nov 13, 2019 1:35 PM ET

Republic Services has a longstanding commitment to our military and to the men and women who serve our country. In honor of Veterans Day, we recognized our many employees who are veterans and active service members at a celebration...