Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Social Impact & Volunteering

Supporting Our Communities Through New Forms of Volunteerism During COVID-19

Apr 30, 2020 9:15 AM ET

With the current work-remote protocols in effect for many companies across the country due to the novel coronavirus, most traditional team-based community service events have been suspended, including ours at ScottsMiracle-Gro.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Novartis US Foundation Supports Telehealth Programs to Provide Access to Care for New Jersey’s Most Vulnerable Communities

Apr 30, 2020 9:00 AM ET

The Novartis US Foundation announced that a grant provided to the New Jersey Primary Care Association (NJPCA) made it possible to launch five new telehealth programs for community health centers in the state.

Health & Healthcare

Health & Conservation Leaders Issue Joint Call to Shut Down High-Risk Wildlife Markets to Help Curb Future Outbreaks

Apr 30, 2020 9:00 AM ET

More than 100 scientists and conservation leaders from 25 countries are calling on governments across the globe to address high-risk wildlife trade to reduce the chance of another outbreak.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

CITGO Private Foundation Announces Early Applicants’ Grantees for COVID-19 Program

Apr 29, 2020 6:50 PM ET

The Simón Bolívar Foundation Inc. ( Simón Bolívar Foundation ), the non-profit, private foundation of CITGO Petroleum Corporation, is awarding up to $200,000 to five nonprofit organizations working in health-focused initiatives for vulnerable Venezuelans as part of its COVID-19 Small Grants Program.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Schneider Electric Responds to COVID-19 Crisis

Apr 29, 2020 4:50 PM ET

As part of the UN Global Compact Uniting Business initiative, Global Compact’s CEOs Taking Action, our CEO, Jean-Pascal Tricoire, is sharing how Schneider Electric is mobilized to address the challenges brought by COVID-19.

Diversity & Inclusion

How to Celebrate Diversity Month at Home During COVID-19

Apr 29, 2020 4:00 PM ET

Diversity and Inclusion is a key part of our DNA at ON Semiconductor. We work on a daily basis to provide our employees with a safe, respectful and inclusive environment where each of our unique attributes, abilities and personalities can thrive. From working with our partners at Fairygodboss and DiversityComm to being listed on the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index, our employees are the focus of all of our efforts.

Environment

Marie Mutskui Mockett: American Harvest

Apr 29, 2020 3:30 PM ET

Anyone who has gone to the grocery store during the COVID-19 health crisis must have wondered to themselves at some point why there was no toilet paper, milk or flour all of a sudden.

Innovation & Technology

Technology’s Role in this Modern Pandemic – Past, Present & Future

Apr 29, 2020 3:10 PM ET

Having worked in technology for 30 years, I’ve experienced first-hand the industry’s movement from the 3rd to 4th industrial revolutions. As I look back at the progress of the last 3 decades, it’s occurred to me that -- for better or for worse --

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

CNH Industrial Brands Do Their Part in India

Apr 29, 2020 3:00 PM ET

With over 29,000 confirmed cases and an ongoing lockdown, India is not the most talked about nation when it comes to the devastating effects brought forth by the COVID-19 pandemic, however it is suffering the same effects as many others.

Events, Media & Communications

Attend the 5th Annual Women Transforming Technology Conference on Tuesday May 5, 2020

Apr 29, 2020 2:20 PM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Morgan Stanley Increases COVID-19 Charitable Commitment to $25 Million

Apr 29, 2020 2:00 PM ET

Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) today announced an additional $15 million in grants to support the ongoing relief efforts to the global COVID-19 crisis.

Innovation & Technology

LIXIL Manufactures Face Shields for Healthcare Workers

Apr 29, 2020 1:30 PM ET

We are proud to support those battling on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic by re-purposing our 3D printers in N.J. to make vital face shields that help keep healthcare workers safe.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Road to a Vaccine, Ep. 3: Why is COVID-19 Hitting Minority Communities So Hard?

Apr 29, 2020 1:30 PM ET

This week in Episode 3, Lisa Ling interviews National Academies member and University of Connecticut professor Cato Laurencin, M.D., Ph.D., to learn what his new coronavirus study reveals. Plus, what’s needed to mass-produce a vaccine.

Research, Reports & Publications

New Duke Energy Reports Show Progress Toward Ambitious Climate and Sustainability Goals

Apr 29, 2020 1:00 PM ET

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) has released a pair of data-driven reports outlining the company’s recent accomplishments and path to advance its critical environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives.

Innovation & Technology

Logitech Funds Research into Sustainable Materials at EPFL

Apr 29, 2020 1:00 PM ET

Logitech is excited to announce that we will fund breakthrough research into more sustainable materials at EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

We’re Making Food and Giving It Away

Apr 29, 2020 1:00 PM ET

Several of our plants are now making food, boxing it up, and sending it straight to Feeding America. The organization is providing it to its network of 200 member food banks, food pantries and meal programs.

Events, Media & Communications

Values in a Time of Crisis

Apr 29, 2020 12:30 PM ET

This session is great for ALL leaders, especially in education and those with a vested interest in educational equity.

Events, Media & Communications

Olympic Solidarity Increases Its Support to National Olympic Committees for Their Preparation for and Participation in Tokyo 2020 by USD 25.3 Million

Apr 29, 2020 12:25 PM ET

This additional budget of USD 10.3m will allow Olympic Solidarity to make available additional funds relating to exceptional Games-related costs incurred by NOCs due to the postponement of the Tokyo Games.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

What the Crisis Has Shown Asset Managers: Industry Leaders Speak Out

Apr 29, 2020 12:15 PM ET

People are everything. As leaders, we need to assess our teams, empower those who are willing and able to help in a crisis, and look after those who need support.

Events, Media & Communications

Webcasts Focus on Role of Buildings, Communities and Organizations to Respond to Today’s Global Health Challenges Webcasts With IWBI: April 27 - May 1

Apr 29, 2020 11:50 AM ET

With the gravity of the situation regarding COVID-19, today, more than ever, places matter to the future of protecting our families, our businesses and the public at large. Join IWBI and the WELL community for an array of virtual panels...

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Coronavirus Underlines Why Employee Health Is a Pressing Sustainability Issue

Apr 29, 2020 11:40 AM ET

Companies around the globe are facing an unprecedented level of disruption due to the COVID-19 crisis.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

New Study Reveals That 81% of the World Population Is Calling Upon Billionaires to Contribute More to Charity – Especially During COVID-19 Pandemic

Apr 29, 2020 11:25 AM ET

In results released today by research agency Glocalities and international advocacy organization Global Citizen, a global survey reveals that 81% of the world population is calling upon billionaires to contribute and help close the financing gap.

Responsible Production & Consumption

How Smart Appliances Can Help Save Energy and the Planet

Apr 29, 2020 11:20 AM ET

Since the first Earth day was observed 50 years ago, the day’s message has only grown in importance. For anyone wondering how they can contribute to a better tomorrow, a good place to get started is right in your home with smart, energy-saving home appliances and tools. Even small changes can make a big difference.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Benevity App Finalist in Fast Company’s 2020 World Changing Ideas Awards

Apr 29, 2020 11:20 AM ET

The Benevity app was selected as a finalist in the App category of Fast Company's 2020 World Changing Ideas Awards.

Health & Healthcare

Supporting Families With No-Cost Tools to Help Teens Be Vape Free

Apr 29, 2020 11:00 AM ET

The Food and Drug Administration reports that 5 million youth in the United States currently use e-cigarettes. That’s 1 in 4 high school students (27.5%) and 1 in 10 middle school students (10.5%).