Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Social Impact & Volunteering

2016 Sodexo Future Chefs Competition - Featured Chef Rivka Guzman

Apr 29, 2016 10:00 AM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

CBRE Secures Industry-First Sustainability Contract in Hong Kong

Apr 29, 2016 9:10 AM ET

CBRE’s Asia Pacific Sustainability team has secured the exclusive industry-first appointment to provide NABERS (National Australian Built Environment Rating System) energy assessments in Hong Kong – the first time such assessments have been carried out in Greater China.

Environment

Celebrating Arbor Day: Millions of Acres of Forestland FSC Certified by SCS

Apr 29, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Forests are an integral part of a healthy environment and economy, in both rural and urban communities.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Live Podcast Today with Silda Wall Spitzer Impact Investing, Women's Leadership and Financial Literacy

Apr 29, 2016 9:00 AM ET

The Bard MBA in Sustainability  hosts a discussion on impact investing, women’s leadership and financial literacy with Silda Wall Spitzer, Director and Principal at NewWorld Capital Group on the dial-in podcast, Sustainable Business Fridays, April 29th, at 12pm EST.

Education

Subaru of America Launches “Subaru University” Program with Inaugural Partner, Respond Inc. Of Camden

Apr 29, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Subaru of America, Inc. announced the launch of Subaru University, through its inaugural partnership with Respond Inc. of Camden, NJ. Subaru University, also called “Subaru-U” is a partnership program designed to combine the talent and resources of Subaru of America, its 600+ retailers nationwide, as well as select NATEF/AYES accredited Secondary and Post-Secondary schools to provide knowledge of Subaru vehicles and systems to prepare students for possible future employment at Subaru retailers nationwide.

Events, Media & Communications

Mars Symbioscience Joined 1,000 of the Nation’s Leading Science & Technology Organizations at the 4th USA Science & Engineering Festival

Apr 28, 2016 6:25 PM ET

How does a bitter cocoa bean become a delicious cocoa powder or rich chocolate? What is the real story and science behind the headlines about cocoa and health? If you have scientific questions about cocoa, we have the answers and more at the 4th USA Science & Engineering Festival (USASEF) Expo. Visit the Mars Symbioscience (MSS) booth #507 on April 16 and 17 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC to discover what makes cocoa so special. Hint: it’s not just its taste.

Innovation & Technology

Work With AT&T to Remind All Drivers That It Can Wait

Apr 28, 2016 5:55 PM ET

When NWRA’s (National Waste & Recycling Association) National Safety Director Tony Hargis was first appointed, he was vocal about the safety issues facing those within our industry. “As an industry, we need to provide safety material that comes from the subject matter experts, who are really the people who are doing the work in the field,” Hargis said.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Boxed Water ​Relaunches ReTree, Aims At 200,000 Trees in 2016

Apr 28, 2016 5:00 PM ET

Boxed Water, the sustainable ​consumer ​water company that sells water in cartons instead of bottles, has announced ​the relaunch of​ its ReTree program in partnership with the National Forest Foundation (NFF) whereby they will plant more than 200,000 trees in 2016.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Avnet Video | 2016 Serve-A-Thon

Apr 28, 2016 4:20 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Aramark Awarded Citi’s Inaugural Sustainability Partner Award

Apr 28, 2016 4:05 PM ET

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is pleased to announce it has received the 2015 Sustainability Partner Award from Citi, in recognition of its high levels of performance and service. The award is part of Citi’s inaugural Supplier Award program, which was created to recognize suppliers that share Citi’s values, provide exemplary products and services and consistently demonstrate a partnership built on mutual trust and value contribution.

Environment

Fighting Climate Change: The Time for Action Is Now

Apr 28, 2016 4:00 PM ET

The COP21 in Paris last December achieved a remarkable accord—for all 196 countries attending to sign the agreement is unprecedented. That’s the good news, and everyone involved should take pride in this accomplishment.

Environment

Sappi North America Releases 2015 Sustainability Report

Apr 28, 2016 4:00 PM ET

Sappi North America, a leading producer and supplier of diversified paper and packaging products, has announced the release of its 2015 Sustainability Report. The report showcases Sappi’s industry leading sustainability performance.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Avista Receives Award for Stewardship of America’s Waters

Apr 28, 2016 3:45 PM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

Valued Roles: A Gift that Keeps on Giving

Apr 28, 2016 3:30 PM ET

We can work towards the “good Indian life” for people who are vulnerable by focusing on helping people have social roles which are valued. Social roles which are typical and valued open up all kinds of doors for people – and seem to be the typical ways that most of us gain acceptance, belonging, personal growth, friendship, opportunities, and a good reputation.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Planting a Sustainable Future

Apr 28, 2016 3:25 PM ET

The rapid growth of development of the global economy has brought a new set of challenges for the twenty-first century. The global demand for timber products has led to a magnitude of production that threatens the existence of forests that still exist from its base in Chicago, Illinois, EcoPlanet Bamboo operates commercial bamboo plantations in Central America, Western Africa, and Southern Africa.

Events, Media & Communications

Red Nose Day and Global Citizen Join 15th Annual Comcast Cares Day to ‘Make Change Happen’

Apr 28, 2016 3:00 PM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

Teck Reports 2015 Sustainability Performance

Apr 28, 2016 3:00 PM ET

Teck Resources Limited ("Teck”) has released its 15th annual Sustainability Report, covering the company’s performance in 2015 and progress towards its short- and long-term sustainability goals.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Albertsons Companies Receives Environmental Protection Agency’s Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award

Apr 28, 2016 2:50 PM ET

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today named Albertsons Companies (Albertsons) winner of its prestigious Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award for the company’s commitment to increasing awareness of the EPA’s Safer Choice Program for sustainable products.

The Safer Choice Partner of the Year Award recognizes businesses and organizations that advance the goal of chemical safety through exemplary participation in or promotion of the Safer Choice Program. Albertsons was recognized in the “Retailer” category and displays the Safer Choice logo on its Bright Green line of earth-friendlier private-label products as well as promotes the Safer Choice Program in stores, advertising and online messaging.

Research, Reports & Publications

In Space, in the Sky and on Land: Lockheed Martin Innovates to Create a More Sustainable Future

Apr 28, 2016 2:25 PM ET

From a system that turns waste into clean fuel, to unmanned aerial systems that help first responders, in 2015 Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] innovated to expand how it’s addressing environmental and social challenges. The Corporation shared details about these projects and others with the release of its 2015 Sustainability Report, “Science of Citizenship”. The report demonstrates progress on issues that are the most critical to stakeholders and long-term business success. In total, the Corporation achieved 95 percent of its sustainability goals.

Education

GSK Supports the Philadelphia Science Festival

Apr 28, 2016 2:00 PM ET

GSK is proud to partner with The Franklin Institute in support of the Philadelphia Science Festival engaging Philadelphians in the wonders of science.

Events, Media & Communications

15th Responsible Business Summit Will Feature PYXERA Global in Two Sessions

Apr 28, 2016 1:00 PM ET

The 15th Responsible Business Summit will bring together more than 55 speakers who will share how to become a trusted business and deliver positive impact.

PYXERA Global CEO, Deirdre White, will speak at the Summit, in addition to Vice President of Enterprise and Community Development, Harry Pastuszek. White and Pastuszek will join CEOs from Europe’s most innovative and inspiring brands in responsible business to discuss how to build trust and purpose for their business. Among these CEOs include Craig Kreeger, the latest CEO to join the Summit’s keynote line up, Jean-Marc Duvoisin of Nespresso, Michael Gidney of Fairtrade Foundation, John Holland-Kaye of Heathrow Airport, and Bas van Abel of Fairphone.

Health & Healthcare

Putting the Cook Back in the Urban Kitchen

Apr 28, 2016 1:00 PM ET

Preparing meals at home can be challenging for the millions living in cities. Everything from long work days to cheap and convenient fast food options makes choosing to cook fresh and balanced meals difficult. But these dietary choices are also contributing to the rise of type 2 diabetes in cities around the world.

Innovation & Technology

Bechtel-Sponsored Teams to Compete in FIRST® Robotics World Championship

Apr 28, 2016 12:30 PM ET

Eleven high school teams sponsored by Bechtel are competing in the 2016 FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) World Championship in St. Louis, April 27-30. They are among more than 550 teams from around the world that qualified to compete in this event, considered the preeminent celebration of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

Environment

Composting at Vigilant Global: 1 Year Later

Apr 28, 2016 12:20 PM ET

Since starting a composting initiative in March 2015, Vigilant Global has collected a total of 18,140L of organic matter.

Events, Media & Communications

“Purpose” – It is Central to Business Success Says a Sustainable Brands Thinker -- And, A Fascinating Look Into the 21st Century

Apr 28, 2016 12:00 PM ET

What may sound at first glance to be “touchy-feely” management advice turns out to be solid guidance to corporate executives and managers strategizing about “bullet-proofing” their companies and brands for the immediate and the long-term. Dimitar Vhalov, the Director of Content for Sustainable Brands, explains in our Top Story the importance of “purpose” for companies as the enterprise is made more resilient and focused as part of “future-proofing,” especially for brand marketers.