Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Education

Domtar's Featured Difference Maker: Karen Calder, Executive Director of Classroom Central

Jun 13, 2017 10:15 AM ET

In the months following 9/11, Karen Calder searched for a way to better serve her community. One day, she read a feasibility study about a new project called Classroom Central, a proposed nonprofit aimed at providing school supplies to children living in poverty. The study moved her to tears.

Environment

The War Between Farm and Forest

Jun 13, 2017 10:05 AM ET

Environment

PepsiCo, Walmart and Setting a Standard for Sustainable Fleets

Jun 13, 2017 10:00 AM ET

Enter the new Sustainable Fuel Buyers' Principles drafted by companies such as PepsiCo, Walmart, UPS, Amazon and the nonprofit membership group Business for Social Responsibility, or BSR. The effort, an outgrowth of BSR's ongoing "Future of Fuels" initiative, aims to bring fleet owners together to help grow the market for low-carbon or electric industrial vehicles.

Diversity & Inclusion

Northern Trust Signs Commitment to Advance D&I in the Workplace

Jun 13, 2017 9:35 AM ET

A group of more than 150 CEOs from some of the world’s leading companies have signed on to the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™, the largest CEO-driven business commitment to advance diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Events, Media & Communications

News from Neocon

Jun 13, 2017 9:35 AM ET

Neocon exhibitors Mohawk and Humanscale both debuted products created under the Living Product Challenge. Additionally, the International Living Future Institute (ILFI) announced partnerships with leading product certification companies, growing the ecosystem for companies who are exploring the outer edges of regenerative manufacturing and design... “The Living Product Challenge drives the building industry to re-imagine the design and construction of products. Through this forward-thinking product certification program, companies can demonstrate their leadership and commitment to sustainability. SCS is proud to be a certification partner for ILFI,” says Stanley Mathuram, SCS Global Services, Vice President.

Events, Media & Communications

To Be Effective, Every EHS & Sustainability Professional Needs to Be a Leader

Jun 13, 2017 9:25 AM ET

Drena Howard, Director of Global Retail EHS for The Estee Lauder Cos. describes how leadership skills are at the core of effective EHS&S management.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Video: 2017 Voya Scholars Winner Emily Cazares

Jun 13, 2017 9:10 AM ET

Congratulations to Emily Cazares, who is one of five students to receive a $10,000 scholarship from Voya Scholars – a collaborative program launched by Voya Financial, in collaboration with its nonprofit partner, Scholarship America.

Education

Scotiabank Impact Story: Equipping the Leaders of Tomorrow for Success

Jun 13, 2017 9:05 AM ET

According to the United Nations Population Fund, there are over 1.8 billion young people in the world today — more than at any other time in history. These young people will grow up to become the leaders, employees and community members of tomorrow, so it’s essential for us to equip them for success now if we hope for them to contribute in the future.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Chance the Rapper to be Honored at the 2017 “BET Awards”

Jun 13, 2017 9:05 AM ET

Multi--Grammy Award winning hip-hop artist and singer-songwriter Chance the Rapper will receive the evening’s Humanitarian Award presented by Walmart. Chance has consistently used his musical platform to support a number of impactful educational, social and political initiatives – positively impacting both local and national communities.

Health & Healthcare

June is #SubaruLovestoCare Month

Jun 13, 2017 9:00 AM ET

This June, Subaru, their retailers, and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) are teaming up for the Subaru Loves to Care initiative.Together, LLS and Subaru will spread hope, love, and warmth to those fighting cancer through small gestures of caring. You can show your support too! Watch to learn more.

Research, Reports & Publications

Landsec Publishes 2017 Sustainability Report

Jun 13, 2017 9:00 AM ET

Landsec’s purpose is to provide the right space for its customers and communities – helping businesses to succeed, the economy to grow and people to thrive.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Carlsberg to Achieve Zero Carbon Emissions at Its Breweries by 2030 as Part of Industry-Leading Sustainability Ambitions

Jun 13, 2017 3:00 AM ET

The Carlsberg Group has committed to eliminating carbon emissions and halving water usage at its breweries by 2030 as part of its new sustainability programme – Together Towards ZERO.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Benevity Expands Leading Global Workplace Giving and Volunteering Solution

Jun 12, 2017 8:30 PM ET

Benevity, the global leader in workplace giving, volunteering and community investment software, announced the latest expansion of its industry-leading international offering. Benevity’s software platform and related services now provide companies with employees in India the ability to engage their people in local volunteering and tax-receiptable giving to Indian charities as part of an integrated approach to infusing a culture of purpose into global companies. This enhancement builds on their market-leading international giving solution, Benevity OneWorld™, which is delivered through Spark, an award-winning cloud-based software which is gaining rapid adoption across Fortune 1000 companies.

Media & Communications

Television Academy Honors 21st Century Fox Projects for Advancing Social Change

Jun 12, 2017 8:00 PM ET

At the Tenth Annual Television Academy Honors on June 8, three programs from 21st Century Fox businesses were recognized for harnessing “the extraordinary power of television to advance social change.” The honorees included National Geographic’s Before the Flood, a documentary from Academy Award winners Leonardo DiCaprio and Fisher Stevens about the global effects of climate change, as well This Is Us and Speechless, two series produced by Twentieth Century Fox Television.

Events, Media & Communications

Women in Entertainment Luncheon Presented by City National Bank, StubHub, Coca Cola, Stella Rosa, LA Chargers and A1 Events and Party Rentals to be Hosted on June 16 at StubHub Center

Jun 12, 2017 7:45 PM ET

AEG’s StubHub Center Foundation, the National Association of Black Female Executives in Media & Entertainment (NABFEME) and Women Helping Women in Entertainment will host the fourth annual sold-out Women in Entertainment Luncheon on June 16, 2017 at StubHub Center. The event celebrates women in Film, TV, Music, Sports and Fashion.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Safeway and Albertsons Milk Promotion for Kids in Need

Jun 12, 2017 6:05 PM ET

Second Harvest and the Dairy Farmers of Washington are partnering with local grocery stores for a Give-a-Gallon promotion this month for needy children...June 7 to 21 it will be at Safeway and Albertsons.

Diversity & Inclusion

In Conversation: Bloomberg Embraces Diversity

Jun 12, 2017 5:20 PM ET

Asset owners play an important role in advocating for diverse and inclusive workplaces at service providers and the companies they invest in, Bloomberg’s global head of diversity and inclusion, Erika Irish Brown, says.

Research, Reports & Publications

MGM Resorts International Issues 2016 Annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report

Jun 12, 2017 4:30 PM ET

This week, MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) released its Annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, a comprehensive publication that details the company’s corporate citizenship efforts across the 12 month span of 2016.

Events, Media & Communications

News from Neocon

Jun 12, 2017 4:00 PM ET

The Living Product Challenge (LPC), introduced in 2015, is growing and scaling thanks to the commitment of courageous companies who are redesigning products and processes to work within natural and social systems, it was announced at Neocon World Trade Fair today. Neocon exhibitors Mohawk and Humanscale both debuted products created under the Living Product Challenge. Additionally, the International Living Future Institute (ILFI) announced partnerships with leading product certification companies, growing the ecosystem for companies who are exploring the outer edges of regenerative manufacturing and design.

Media & Communications

Beat the Heat with Fair Trade: Our Top Seven Fair Trade Certified Drinks for Summer

Jun 12, 2017 4:00 PM ET

With May in the rearview mirror and weekend after weekend of barbeques, picnics and pool parties on the horizon, it’s time to heat up your summer beverage game. Here are seven of our favorite recipes, all made with Fair Trade Certified™ ingredients, to keep you cool and hydrated for whatever the sunny season throws your way.

Events, Media & Communications

Making Deinstitutionalization Real: Moving from the Idea Toward the Ideal

Jun 12, 2017 3:40 PM ET

Local nonprofit Keystone Human Services International will host the Side Event “Making Deinstitutionalization Real: Moving from the Idea toward the Ideal” on June 14 at the 10th Session of the Conference of States Parties to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in New York City.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

How Innovation Is Helping to End Hunger

Jun 12, 2017 3:40 PM ET

In the world of fighting hunger, innovation comes in many forms. It can come from a new use of technology—like our Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholar Jack Griffin, who developed an app that uses GPS to tell people in need where they can find a food bank. Other times, it can be using an old technology in a new way, such as using food trucks to create mobile kitchens that bring hot meals to people in need, a method employed by other Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation grant recipients.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Early Times Debuts Film Highlighting Veterans and PTSD

Jun 12, 2017 3:15 PM ET

As one of the oldest American whiskies, Early Times has a heartfelt connection with the U.S. military – and with all patriotic Americans. To put beliefs into action, Early Times donated $100,000 to K9s for Warriors to fund the training of five service dogs for veterans recovering from PTSD. As part of our efforts to help recovering veterans and K9s for Warriors, Early Times has also produced the documentary “Reinforcements” to share the inspiring bond between warriors and their service dogs.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Finalists Named for California’s 2017 Cox Conserves Heroes Program, Public Asked to Vote

Jun 12, 2017 3:00 PM ET

Cox Communications and The Trust for Public Land are recognizing volunteers who are creating, preserving or enhancing shared outdoor spaces. Finalists for California’s Cox Conserves Heroes program were announced today, and the public is being asked to vote for the winner now through June 23.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Republic Services Supports Seattle Clean Sweep Community Clean-Up

Jun 12, 2017 3:00 PM ET

Republic Services, joined by Coca-Cola, Starbucks and many other community organizations, recently partnered with Clean Sweep for the annual Seattle community cleanup event in Capitol Hill in partnership with the Capitol Hill Chamber of Commerce and Pridefest. Volunteers rallied together at Cal Anderson Park and dedicate hours to picking up trash, recyclables and sharps in the Cap Hill neighborhood. Not only does the cleanup benefit the community in general, it also helps prep the streets for Pride month and the upcoming parade.