Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Energy

Millions of Idle Power Plants

Jul 31, 2019 10:05 AM ET

Combating climate change requires our economy to make a comprehensive transition to clean energy, where rooftop solar is part of the solution. The buildings all around us consume so much power and generate so much carbon. But the rooftops of those buildings have high technical potential to generate solar power right at the point where it is consumed.

Diversity & Inclusion

United Airlines' Sharon Grant Named One of Corporate America's Most Influential Women

Jul 31, 2019 10:00 AM ET

Savoy Magazine recently named Sharon Grant, Chief Community Engagement Officer at United Airlines, one of Corporate America's most influential women. Savoy is a leading African American lifestyle and business publication.

Environment

5,400-mile Bike Ride Celebrates Green Jobs in Canada

Jul 31, 2019 10:00 AM ET

This summer, Zac Wagman of Project Learning Tree (PLT) Canada embarked on a cross-country adventure to celebrate and promote youth working in green jobs that include wildlife management, forest management, forest-based programs, conservation and environmental education.

Research, Reports & Publications

Food and Beverage Leaders Turn to Renewable Energy, Circular Solutions for Cost-Savings

Jul 31, 2019 10:00 AM ET

From food safety and regulatory compliance to packaging and supply chain logistics, the food and beverage industry is constantly hunting for solutions that balance profitability and sustainability. With market share increasingly on the line – particularly for large consumer goods companies – food and beverage companies are being squeezed to analyze every cost.

Innovation & Technology

Aflac Ducks Go to Kids With Cancer

Jul 31, 2019 9:25 AM ET

American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus, Ga., has partnered with Children’s Miracle Network to provide a free duck to every child diagnosed with cancer in the country.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Paige CR Magazine Announces Finalists for 2019 Responsible CEO of Year Award and Lifetime Achievement Award

Jul 31, 2019 9:00 AM ET

Corporate Responsibility Magazine has announced the finalists for its annual excellence in leadership awards, presented at 3BL Forum on Oct. 29–30 at MGM National Harbor.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Tetra Tech’s 2019 International Bike to Work Challenge has Highest Turnout Since Inception

Jul 31, 2019 9:00 AM ET

As part of Tetra Tech’s 2019 International Bike to Work Week (BTWW) Challenge, 697 participants from more than 61 teams around the world cycled to work to reduce traffic congestion and carbon emissions.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Sodexo Recognized by Professional WOMAN’s Magazine as a 2019 Best of the Best Company

Jul 31, 2019 9:00 AM ET

Sodexo, a food services and facilities management company committed to improving Quality of Life, announced today that it has been recognized in the fall issue of Professional WOMAN’s Magazine (PWM) as a Top Employer, Top Supplier Diversity Program and Top LGBT-Friendly Company.

Research, Reports & Publications

Quantifying and Evidencing Impact – Kering, HSBC, World Benchmarking Alliance and More

Jul 31, 2019 6:00 AM ET

There’s increasing pressure on companies to provide verifiable evidence of positive impact and, where possible, quantifiable success.

Innovation & Technology

America’s Charities Acquires Causecast Giving Platform, Further Strengthening Its Support of the Social Good Sector

Jul 30, 2019 8:30 PM ET

America’s Charities today announced that it has acquired the Causecast giving platform, further strengthening its ability to help employers achieve their giving, engagement, and social impact goals, and better help nonprofits fundraise unrestricted, sustainable dollars through the workplace.

Diversity & Inclusion

Paper Plays an Important Role in Braille Literacy

Jul 30, 2019 4:55 PM ET

Three-year-old Lela Imhoff is a happy preschooler who is curious about the world around her. She also happens to be blind. For Lela, early exposure to braille literacy, particularly braille printed on paper, will ensure she’s ready to enter kindergarten, just like any other child.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Scotiabank Turns to Dollar Market for Its First Green Bond

Jul 30, 2019 4:35 PM ET

Scotiabank moved ahead with its first green offering a month after a panel of experts appointed by the Canadian government released a set of recommendations for bolstering the green and sustainable bond market...

Social Impact & Volunteering

MilliporeSigma Inspires the Next Generation of Scientists Through SPARK™ Volunteer Program

Jul 30, 2019 4:30 PM ET

Throughout the year, MilliporeSigma employees volunteer their skills and expertise to make a difference in their communities across the globe.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Students Awarded Scholarships to Culinary Institute of America at 41st Annual NAACP ACT-SO Competition Sponsored by Sodexo

Jul 30, 2019 4:15 PM ET

Sustainable Development Goals

Sappi's Somerset Mill Celebrates Completion of Paper Machine Rebuild

Jul 30, 2019 4:00 PM ET

To meet customer needs for renewable paperbased packaging, we comprehensively rebuilt Paper Machine 1 (PM1) at our Somerset Mill in Skowhegan, Maine.

Diversity & Inclusion

Interview with Bayer's Dr. Hartmut Klusik "We Take Diversity And Inclusion Very Seriously”

Jul 30, 2019 3:45 PM ET

Respecting and promoting diversity among employees has long been one of Bayer's goals – and was also very important to Monsanto. In this interview Head of Human Resources at Bayer, Dr. Hartmut Klusik, talks about the active LGBTI community at Bayer and the company's inclusive culture.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Power Values: Employee Spotlight

Jul 30, 2019 3:35 PM ET

Here at NRG, we bring the power of energy to people and organizations. Our energy serves many customers including those who wear an NRG badge every day. As our power values are our driving force, our employees aim to empower these values every day.

Environment

Hallmark Develops Artistic Card Range From Take-Away Coffee Cups

Jul 30, 2019 3:25 PM ET

Unveiling the collection at PG Live, the company revealed being less wasteful is a key consideration with this range of cards made from disposable coffee cups and responsibly sourced paper pulp, all created, designed and printed in the UK.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Cisco Announces Goals for Sustainable Packaging and Zero Waste

Jul 30, 2019 1:30 PM ET

At Cisco, we are committed to accelerating the transition of our business to the circular economy.

Energy

Duke Energy Renewables Announces the Largest Wind Power Project in Its Fleet – 350-MW Frontier Windpower II in Oklahoma

Jul 30, 2019 12:20 PM ET

Duke Energy Renewables, a commercial business unit of Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), has announced the largest wind power project in its fleet – the 350-megawatt (MW) Frontier Windpower II project in Kay County, Okla. The project is an expansion of Frontier Windpower, which has been operational since 2016. Once complete, Frontier I and II will generate a total of 550 MW of wind energy – enough to power approximately 193,000 homes.

Energy

Outdoor Lighting Tips to Keep You Safe This Summer

Jul 30, 2019 12:15 PM ET

As summer winds down, many of us will spend time outdoors hosting backyard barbecues, pool parties, and casual evening get-togethers. Installing outdoor lighting can help set the mood and make your gathering one to remember.

Innovation & Technology

Automotive Application Corner: On-Board Charging (OBC) for Electric Vehicles

Jul 30, 2019 11:15 AM ET

Battery electric vehicles (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) have high-voltage battery systems used for propelling the vehicle.

Environment

Sandie Johnson Joins Antea Group Technology Team

Jul 30, 2019 11:10 AM ET

Sandie Johnson joins Antea Group with 20 years of experience in EHS programs, auditing, ergonomics, permitting, sustainability, & industrial hygiene.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Inclusion Effect: A Better Workplace for People With Disabilities

Jul 30, 2019 11:05 AM ET

Today, one in four adults in the U.S. lives with some kind of disability — some of which may not be obvious to the people around them.

Innovation & Technology

JLABS @ Shanghai: The Innovation Hub That's Poised to Shake Up the Healthcare Start-Up Scene in Asia

Jul 30, 2019 11:00 AM ET

Sharon Chan, head of the first Johnson & Johnson Innovation, JLABS, in Asia, gives us a tour of the exciting new incubator that's designed to help entrepreneurs turn great ideas into great products.