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New IWBI Report Underscores the Powerful Business Case for Health in Buildings and Organizations

International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)

Research, Reports & Publications

3BL Announces 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2025
3BL Announces 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2025

3BL

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Circularity in Action: Decarbonization for Refrigerated Transport
Circularity in Action: Decarbonization for Refrigerated Transport

Trane Technologies

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Research, Reports & Publications

Understanding the Impact of Supporting Small-scale Milk Producers in Turkey

Ninety-two percent of Turkey’s dairy sector is comprised of micro-scale farms (fewer than 20 cows) which produce over 15 billion litres of milk per year. Pınar Süt is a dairy company committed to supporting the sustainability of the dairy sector...

Responsible Production & Consumption

Albertsons Companies' O Organics® Coffee Is Now 100% Fair Trade Certified

Here’s news to help make your morning cup of coffee even more enjoyable. Albertsons Companies’ O Organics® coffee is now 100 percent certified sustainable by Fair Trade USA, meeting our Sustainable Coffee Challenge commitment.

Events, Media & Communications

Mohawk Group Builds on Success of Digital Learning Series With Additional CEUs

Mohawk Group announced today the addition of three new dates as part of the second half of its successful Resourceful CEU series, which returns Wednesday, Aug. 19.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Schneider Electric: Building The Supply Chain of Tomorrow

Following the crisis, there is speculation on how they will adapt in the future. In recent years, with efficiency as a constant driver, we have been experiencing a transformation defined by four key trends: digitization, sustainability, customization, and regionalization.

Research, Reports & Publications

eBay's 2020 U.S. Small Online Business Report: How We're Creating Economic Opportunity

In our increasingly global economy, small brick and mortar businesses are often at a huge disadvantage in terms of scope and reach, especially in rural areas with lower foot traffic and sprawling nearby chain stores

Environment

The Renaissance of Industrial Hemp in North America: How New Holland Supports an Evolving Industry.

In 2018 the legalization of hemp as a national commodity crop in North America sparked a renewed interest in its environmental benefits and wide ranging uses.

Green Infrastructure

More Than a Building: Olympic House Wins Prestigious Architecture Awards

Olympic House, the IOC headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland, and one of the most sustainable buildings in the world, has won two prestigious Architizer A+ Awards which recognise its innovative sustainability features and the iconic, five-ring Unity Staircase.

Research, Reports & Publications

Reimagining Merchant Training in Colombia

Micro and small merchant training is a critical undertaking in developing nations where these businesses are the biggest drivers of economic growth and job creation.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

CIT Supports Housing for Homeless Families in Los Angeles with Grant to Upward Bound House

CIT Group Inc. (CIT) has announced that it has made a donation that will completely furnish ten temporary housing apartments for Upward Bound House, an organization working to eliminate homelessness among families with children in Los Angeles.

Diversity & Inclusion

Moody's Partners With the Women in Islamic & Ethical Finance Forum

Moody’s Corporation (NYSE:MCO) today announced its partnership with the Women in Islamic & Ethical Finance Forum (WIEFF) to further support its longstanding commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and the development of Islamic finance.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Xylem Recognized for Disaster Response Efforts with PR Daily Corporate Social Responsibility Award

For Xylem, this work is about creating social value and an integral part of our shared commitment to solve water.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Herbalife Nutrition Recognized by the Mexican Philanthropy Center

We’re honored to be recognized by the Mexican Philanthropy Center (CEMEFI) as a Social Responsible Enterprise company for the 10th consecutive year. This award is given to companies who demonstrate exceptional CSR programs, sustainable...

Diversity & Inclusion

"We Have a Health Disparities Problem in America": Meet a Woman on a Mission to Improve Healthcare for Black Women

The U.S. has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the developed world, with women of color especially at risk. Dr. Robyn R. Jones, Senior Medical Director at Johnson & Johnson, is determined to change that and find ways to address this urgent crisis.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Watch Land Betterment Corporation's Impact Minute Episode 10

Land Betterment, an environmental solutions company fostering positive impact through upcycling former coal mining sites to create sustainable community development and job creation, is proud to release Episode 10 of its Impact Minute video blog

Education

How We're Fighting to Close a 'Homework Gap' That's Now Bigger Than Ever [Podcast]

The classroom is years beyond pencil and paper. Internet-connected devices are proven to help students learn, but millions lack access at home.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Expanded Role of Companies in Empowering Civic Action

As the 2020 election approaches, hear from the ACLU, Levi Strauss & Co. and Benevity on how to empower your people to support the issues they care about, combat misinformation, and make their votes count.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

FedEx Express Backs Student-Run Startup, Echooo

FedEx Express has awarded its signature FedEx Access Award to student-run company Echooo, from Belgium at the JA Europe Company of the Year Competition, hosted as a virtual event for the first time on 22nd-24th July 2020.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Global Citizen and The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority Launch the Nigeria Solidarity Support Fund for Nigerians by Nigerians

Global Citizen and the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) have partnered to create the Nigeria Solidarity Support Fund (NSSF), a fund for Nigerians by Nigerians to combat the devastating effects brought on the people of Nigeria by COVID-19 and its associated restrictions.

Social Impact & Volunteering

MilliporeSigma Virtual Volunteering: Sharing Knowledge About Covid-19 with Students

Dr. Tobias Hertzig, regulatory affairs manager at MilliporeSigma, led two virtual virology sessions at the European School Frankfurt and the Metropolitan School Frankfurt, in the frame of the SPARK™ virtual volunteering initiative.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Olympic Movement Stronger Together to Mark One Year until Tokyo 2020 Games

23 July marked one year to go until the postponed Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 begins in 2021. Throughout the day, the Olympic Movement came together to mark this key date through a series of activities taking place worldwide on digital channels.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Fat Tire Amber Ale is the First Nationally Distributed Carbon Neutral Beer in the U.S.

In celebration of International Beer Day, SCS Global Services (SCS) announced it has certified New Belgium Brewing’s iconic Fat Tire Amber Ale as America’s first nationally distributed carbon neutral beer.

Research, Reports & Publications

The GRI Universal Standards: What's Changing and Why?

In June, we announced a major update to the reporting at the heart of the GRI Standards. The planned revisions to the Universal Standards are significant because they will affect every organization that uses the GRI Standards, supporting them to more effectively report their most significant impacts on the economy, environment and people.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

We Are Citizen Philanthropists - Ireland Giving Network

At VMware, we believe everyone has something unique to contribute to our society. Our culture of service influences the way we interact with others – inside and outside of work. As such, we are all Citizen Philanthropists, empowered to support...

Research, Reports & Publications

Does Climate Change Top Corporate ESG Agendas in 2020?

The momentum in 2019 was undeniable, with a record number of companies making commitments to climate action.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  2. IWBI | Workplace Wellness
    A WELL Certified™ project has the potential to add measurable value to the health, well-being and happiness of people in the buildings. It can also...
  3. AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism
    AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...
  4. Collective Action
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...
  5. KeyBank: Responsible Banking
    Everyone’s financial journey is different. We make intentional efforts to meet the individual needs of clients and communities through a diverse range...
  6. Integrated Tools
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...
  7. Katrina 20th Anniversary
    This year marked the 20th anniversary of hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Katrina, one of the worst, deadliest and most costly natural disasters to ever...
  8. ESG Recognition
    While our commitment to being a responsible corporation is not dependent on recognition, it is a great validation of our work when external...
  9. EVP Campaign
    Driving awareness of DP World’s Employee Value Proposition across the Americas, showcasing the company’s purpose-driven mission, talent strategy, and...
  10. Aflac Stories
    Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.
  11. America's Charities Employee Engagement & Social Responsibility
    More than ever, retaining and recruiting employees is a top priority for companies. Aware of the link between workplace giving and employee engagement...
  12. KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service
    KeyBank Foundation helps build thriving communities by supporting organizations and programs that foster thriving students and a thriving workforce...
  13. Scotts Miracle-Gro | Environment Improvement
    Earth's beauty and resources should be appreciated now and preserved for generations to come. Discover the stewardship initiatives underway to protect...
  14. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  15. AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism
    AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...