Environment

One Water Strategies Provide Global Benefits and Develop Resilient Communities

Jan 13, 2021 8:00 AM ET

Water plays a vital role in our lives every day, and the importance of water around the world is extremely evident today. When public health is compromised, communities rely on safe and secure water supplies to support and restore public health.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Decarbonizing Cities - How to Harmonize Buildings, Mobility and Infrastructure

Jan 12, 2021 5:45 PM ET

Innovation & Technology

CNH Industrial Wins Brazilian Innovation Award

Jan 12, 2021 4:00 PM ET

CNH Industrial N.V. was ranked first in the ANPEI 2020 Conference, promoted by the National Association of Research and Development of Innovative Companies (ANPEI), in Brazil.

Innovation & Technology

Bridgestone Leverages Big Data to Implement Optimal Plantation for Higher Yield in Para Rubber Tree Farms

Jan 12, 2021 3:50 PM ET

Bridgestone Corporation announced that it has developed an optimization system for Para rubber tree plantation that utilizes big data to contribute to higher yield at rubber farms.

Diversity & Inclusion

Scotiabank Launches ScotiaRISE to Help Build Economic Resilience; Foster Stronger Households and Communities

Jan 12, 2021 3:15 PM ET

Scotiabank launched ScotiaRISE, a 10-year, $500 million initiative to promote economic resilience among disadvantaged groups.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Companies Can Address the Impact of Single-Use Plastics in the Era of COVID-19

Jan 12, 2021 3:00 PM ET

As people attempt to go about their daily routines safely during the novel coronavirus pandemic, the role of plastics has changed once again. Cities and states temporarily lifted their plastic bag bans out of concern for health and hygiene...

Media & Communications

CECP Announces Deutsche Bank CEO Christiana Riley to Join Board of Directors

Jan 12, 2021 2:45 PM ET

As part of its continuing efforts to empower companies to drive long-term business success through positive societal impact, Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP) announced that Christiana Riley, CEO, Deutsche Bank USA Corp has joined the organization’s distinguished Board of Directors.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Carton Council Proud to Announce New Director of Government Affairs

Jan 12, 2021 2:05 PM ET

The Carton Council is proud to announce that Jordan Fengel, former executive director of the State of Texas Alliance for Recycling (STAR), has joined the Carton Council to help grow food and beverage carton recycling in the U.S.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

PWC, EY, Bloomberg, Nestle & More Take on Veganuary's Workplace Challenge

Jan 12, 2021 1:55 PM ET

Leading accountancy firms PwC and EY, as well as media giant Bloomberg, are taking part in Veganuary’s Workplace Challenge and encouraging everyone in their teams to try vegan this January.

Diversity & Inclusion

Women in Climate Tech Launches

Jan 12, 2021 1:35 PM ET

The launch of Women in Climate Tech (WiCT) was announced today by the group’s Steering Committee.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Prepare for Pivots With Support From Taproot Skilled Volunteers

Jan 12, 2021 1:15 PM ET

Is your nonprofit planning for a 2021 full of program pivots, increased community needs, and new fundraising tactics? Pro bono can help you navigate the year ahead. Join Taproot Foundation’s January 28 webinar for information on getting started.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

What Are the Highest Paid Industries for CR & Sustainability Professionals?

Jan 12, 2021 1:10 PM ET

Responsible Production & Consumption

New Year, New Goals: Three Tips to Become a Better Recycler in 2021

Jan 12, 2021 1:00 PM ET

After a challenging holiday season, a new year is ushering in a welcomed fresh slate. The new year is an opportunity to set clear intentions, fresh habitats, and meaningful goals. Everyone’s goals will look different.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Angelica Builds Connections to Support Diversity in Stem

Jan 12, 2021 12:35 PM ET

Angelica Cortez Vega always knew she wanted to work in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math). She dreamed of being a math teacher, managing the business side of STEM or even becoming an astronaut.

Media & Communications

Land Betterment Corporation Sponsored Episode 128 of the Middle Tech Podcast

Jan 12, 2021 11:45 AM ET

Land Betterment Corporation (“Land Betterment” or the “Company”), an environmental solutions company fostering positive impact through upcycling former coal mining sites to create sustainable community development and job creation, is proud to be the Season 4 sponsor of the Middle Tech Podcast.

Events, Media & Communications

A Manufacturer Works to Keep Forests Safe

Jan 12, 2021 11:10 AM ET

International Paper is acutely aware that forests are “the lungs of the landscape,” says Chief Sustainability Officer Sophie Beckham.

Events, Media & Communications

Acre & John Elkington | Building Back Better: From Sustainability to the 'Regenerative Economy' Live Stream

Jan 12, 2021 10:50 AM ET

As the world peeks beyond COVID-19 and Biden’s administration takes up residence in D.C., humankind faces an existential challenge: How do we reignite the global economy while prioritizing investments that slow the march of climate change?​

Energy

Adapting to the Evolving Energy Landscape Through Public-Private Partnerships

Jan 12, 2021 10:40 AM ET

Julian Gonsalves explains how public-private partnerships can provide government officials with solutions to meet reliability, resiliency and environmental targets.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

$150,000 in Grants Available to Newark-led Organizations Advancing Access to Fresh, Healthy Food

Jan 12, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

ESG Will Define the Post-COVID Era

Jan 12, 2021 10:00 AM ET

At first glance, nothing ahead in 2021 could be as bad as 2020. We have been enduring the worst economic crisis in 80 years and the worst global health crisis in 100 years—events that have profoundly damaged lives and livelihoods around the world.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Jeffrey Whitford of MilliporeSigma: Five Strategies Our Company Is Using to Tackle Climate Change & Become More Sustainable

Jan 12, 2021 9:45 AM ET

Making change happen will be your biggest challenge. We live on the front edge of new ideas, which means that we’re always asking people to change and do new things. Reality check: People don’t like new things that change what they’re used to.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Black & Veatch Joins Hydrogen Council, Reflecting Commitment to Hydrogen as a Zero-Carbon Solution

Jan 12, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Reflecting its ongoing commitment to global decarbonization and further advancing efforts to create a more balanced energy portfolio, Black & Veatch announces that it has joined the Hydrogen Council, “a global initiative of leading energy, transport and industry companies with a united vision and long-term ambition for hydrogen to foster the energy transition.”

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Pro Bono Perspectives S3E1: Vu Le, NonprofitAF

Jan 12, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Vu Le of NonprofitAF joins the Pro Bono Perspectives podcast the day after the violent insurrection on the Capitol to discuss how we can - and must - be bolder in responding to injustice. It's time for an existential crisis in philanthropy, Vu says.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

RBA Releases Responsible Recruitment Due Diligence Toolkit

Jan 12, 2021 8:30 AM ET

The Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) today announced the release of its Responsible Recruitment Due Diligence Toolkit to further support members of the RBA and its Responsible Labor Initiative (RLI)

Events, Media & Communications

3BL Media to Host Monthly 3BL Professional Demo Series Starting January 21

Jan 12, 2021 8:30 AM ET

Tune in every third Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. ET to learn how 3BL Professional can maximize the reach and impact of your ESG communications.