Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Governor Northam Announces Major Donation from Smithfield Foods to Support Programs for Homeless Veterans

Aug 23, 2019 3:00 PM ET

Governor Ralph Northam today announced that The Smithfield Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Smithfield Foods, Inc., has donated $150,000 to support state programs for homeless veterans and their families.

Responsible Production & Consumption

From Farm to Table: Online Company Increasing Incomes of Turkish Small-scale Farmers by Connecting Them Directly to Consumers

Aug 23, 2019 1:20 PM ET

Turkish company Tarlamvar is reviving the small-scale farming industry by promoting organic and sustainable farming, while connecting local farmers to consumer markets

Social Impact & Volunteering

Bringing Pro Bono Stories to Life | Taproot Foundation's Advisory Service Newsletter

Aug 23, 2019 1:15 PM ET

Pro bono service has the ingredients for a great story—diverse perspective, cross-sector collaboration, personal and professional growth, all in service of positive social change. But we know storytelling isn't that simple.

Innovation & Technology

How ON Semiconductor Products Make a Difference in the Community

Aug 23, 2019 12:45 PM ET

As a global company with approximately 70 sites worldwide and over 29,000 products, we are proud to showcase our accomplishments in enhancing our global community.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

New Mobile Phone Services Empower Rural Businesses in Cote D’Ivoire

Aug 23, 2019 12:25 PM ET

Whole Planet Foundation decided to provide a grant for building a mobile platform because while many worry about the burden of interest rates charged on microloans (and much of West Africa tightly controls and limits these rates)...

Research, Reports & Publications

New Machines Pair Performance & Sustainability

Aug 23, 2019 12:00 PM ET

Caterpillar customers want to reduce energy costs and associated emissions – but they can’t afford to sacrifice power in the process.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Beijing 2008 Legacy Dovetails With 2022 Winter Games to Boost Sports Participation in China

Aug 23, 2019 11:30 AM ET

It is a legacy that is set to be further enhanced by Beijing’s hosting of the 2022 Olympic Winter Games, which has a key objective of engaging 300 million people in winter sports.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bacardi and Mercy Corps Team Up to Support Small Businesses in the US Virgin Islands, Sint Maarten Through Free Mentoring and Innovation Challenge

Aug 23, 2019 11:00 AM ET

After the 2017 storms, small businesses are still struggling to recover. Mercy Corps and Bacardi are launching the Caribbean Innovation Challenge 2019, a competition to award business innovation and strengthen businesses on the islands.

Innovation & Technology

2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV to Offer 259 Miles of Range

Aug 23, 2019 10:45 AM ET

The Chevrolet Bolt EV will now take customers even farther. Starting with model year 2020, the Bolt EV will offer a remarkable EPA-estimated 259 miles of range on a full charge, a 21-mile increase over previous model years. The Bolt EV’s winning combination of long range and affordability continues to attract new customers to the EV segment, and the 2020 Bolt EV will allow them to travel farther between charging sessions.

Sustainable Development Goals

Freeport-McMoRan’s PT Freeport Indonesia Partnership Fund Supports Education for Indigenous Children

Aug 23, 2019 10:40 AM ET

PT Freeport-Indonesia’s Partnership Fund for Community Development (LPMAK) provides educational facilities and support for local community members.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Tetra Pak Becomes First Carton Packaging Company to Launch Paper Straws in Europe

Aug 23, 2019 9:55 AM ET

Adolfo Orive, President and CEO, Tetra Pak said: “We are pleased to have developed a paper straw that is fully functional and meets internationally recognised food safety standards. This is an important step in our vision to deliver a package made entirely from plant-based packaging materials, contributing to a low-carbon circular economy.

Environment

Alliance Data: Embracing Change and the Environment

Aug 23, 2019 9:30 AM ET

Education

August is #SubaruLovesLearning Month

Aug 23, 2019 9:20 AM ET

This August, Subaru, our retailers, and the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) are teaming up for the Subaru Loves Learning initiative.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

An Open Letter to the Business Roundtable

Aug 22, 2019 5:35 PM ET

Benevity CEO Bryan de Lottinville applauds the 181 CEOs who support a modern definition of corporate purpose and calls on member signatories to show real action.

Innovation & Technology

How Sappi Innovates With the Customer in Mind

Aug 22, 2019 5:05 PM ET

At Sappi, we are known for our history of paper innovation—but we don’t stop there. This past year we’ve launched an unprecedented amount of investments and initiatives all to support our customers and business. With our portfolio of high-quality sustainable products, including our new paperboard packaging, along with our outreach and marketing efforts, Sappi is here to serve its customers for the long haul.

Events, Media & Communications

Mohawk Cushions the Fight Against Breast Cancer and Celebrates Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walkers

Aug 22, 2019 4:30 PM ET

Mohawk expands its fight against breast cancer with its continuing support of the Susan G. Komen® 3-Day Walk.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Three Challenges You Need to Consider When Disbursing and Safeguarding Employee Workplace Giving Donations

Aug 22, 2019 4:00 PM ET

After employees donate through an employee giving program, then what happens?

Energy

ON Semiconductor is Empowering Design Engineers to Reduce Global Energy Use

Aug 22, 2019 3:45 PM ET

During 2018, the company shipped more than 75.7 billion units through our global logistics network, compared to 72.8 billion units in 2017.

Energy

How Did Massachusetts Blossom Into an Environment Ripe for Energy Storage, Pushing Technology and Business Models to the Cutting Edge?

Aug 22, 2019 3:15 PM ET

Today's energy storage technology can help power the country more efficiently and sustainably, and it's getting better all the time.

Education

Girls Inc. Receives Grant for STEM Projects

Aug 22, 2019 3:00 PM ET

Girls Inc. of Greater Lowell received a $30,000 grant from the National Grid U.S. STEM Partnership to advance summer programs for young girls.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Why a “Conscious Culture” Matters

Aug 22, 2019 2:00 PM ET

The first time I heard Cisco’s Chief People Officer (CPO) Fran Katsoudas talk about a “conscious culture” I have to admit I already thought I was conscious of the culture around me.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Xylem Named to Fortune “Change the World” List for Second Year in a Row

Aug 22, 2019 12:45 PM ET

Xylem has been included on Fortune’s 2019 "Change the World" list for a second year running. The Change the World list is a ranking of 50 companies that have made a significant social impact through their core business strategy.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Businesses Commit to Act Fairly and Sustainably – and Hard Work Starts Now

Aug 22, 2019 12:30 PM ET

Major US companies commit to operate in a way that values all their stakeholders - GRI's Tim Mohin sets out why the hard work has only just begun.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Timberland Sustainability Director Colleen Vien Named #4 on 100 Top CSR Influence Leaders List

Aug 22, 2019 12:20 PM ET

The Top 100 Corporate Social Responsibility Influence Leaders List is independently researched by Lucas Taylor, University of Notre Dame MBA and LDT Consulting, on behalf of Assent Compliance.

Innovation & Technology

Technology for Social Impact

Aug 22, 2019 11:45 AM ET

For Intel, social impact is about empowering employees to apply their time, talent, and technology.