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Social Impact & Volunteering

Xylem Employees Celebrate Inaugural Global Month of Service by Logging More than 7,000 Volunteer Hours with Local Organizations

Nov 22, 2016 2:05 PM ET

To commemorate its fifth anniversary, Xylem (NYSE:XYL), a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, launched its inaugural Global Month of Service.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Arrow Electronics Employees Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity

Nov 22, 2016 1:40 PM ET

A group of 50 employees from Arrow’s North America components team volunteered with Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver last month, helping a local Habitat ReStore process and transport a generous donation of patio furniture and other items from the Colorado Convention Center.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Commitment to Wildlife is in GM Employees’ Nature

Nov 22, 2016 1:25 PM ET

GM is committed to using its lands to increase and promote native biodiversity. But it’s the company’s people who bring that commitment to life. In fact, GM employees have spent 2,148 work days dedicated to conservation and education work, as recognized by the Wildlife Habitat Council. This is one way the teams at GM facilities give back to their local communities and help reduce their environmental footprint.

Diversity & Inclusion

Women In Tech - A Recap of the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing

Nov 22, 2016 1:00 PM ET

About 150 employees from Qualcomm Technologies – engineers, program and product managers, IT administrators, programmers, a few VPs and our CIO – attended The Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing (GHC) in Houston last month.

Energy

Ecocentricity Blog: Why Two When One Will Do?

Nov 22, 2016 12:50 PM ET

What we care about with our roofs is that they seal the building and move water off the house without looking ugly. If we also want solar power generation, wouldn’t we prefer roof shingles that also generate power themselves?

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

There are Some Things You Can't Put a Price Tag On

Nov 22, 2016 12:30 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Republic Services Honored by Washington Secretary of State Kim Wyman with 2016 Corporations for Communities Medallion Award

Nov 22, 2016 12:15 PM ET

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) announced today that the Washington Secretary of State’s office has recognized the Company with the 2016 National Association of Secretary of State’s Medallion Award for charitable giving. The award was presented to Republic during a special presentation earlier this week.

Health & Healthcare

Pfizer Foundation Grantee Afya Research Africa Seeks to Improve “Health and Wealth” of Underserved Communities

Nov 22, 2016 12:05 PM ET

Sam Gwer is the Executive Director of Afya Research Africa, which operates a network of clinics in Kenya that aim to improve primary care in underserved, rural areas. The organization currently operates 11 clinics in farming and fishing communities, serving 15,000 people.

Environment

Orvis Leaders Signed the “Now or Neverglades Declaration,” and So Should You

Nov 22, 2016 11:30 AM ET

This is the week that the national media have finally started reporting on the incredible algae blooms along both Florida coasts, although a call to action started to go out as early as February.

Events, Media & Communications

Investors Put Their Money on ESG/Sustainability, US SIF Survey Tells Us. And the Business Sector Says Let’s Keep Moving Toward the Low-Carbon Economy in 2017!

Nov 22, 2016 11:30 AM ET

For the past two years a few data points / narratives stood out in conversations about making the sustainable investing case: “$1-in-$6 in Assets Under (professional) Management; $6 trillion-plus; 12% and more of the total equity AUM. Hey – there are important new references points now to use, courtesy of the U.S. Forum for Sustainable and Responsible Investment (US SIF) and the SIF Foundation, and SIF/Croatan Institute research team. These findings come from the report just released by US SIF: “Report on US Sustainable, Responsible and Impact Investing Trends 2016.”

Social Impact & Volunteering

A Multi-Sector Muscle

Nov 22, 2016 11:00 AM ET

At Common Impact, one of the joys of our work is facilitating the positive social change that springs from cross-sector partnerships. At its core, skills-based volunteering brings engaged participants from the corporate and nonprofit sectors together – connecting smart people with very different perspectives and backgrounds to solve a common challenge. It is always clear that from our skills-based volunteer programs, concrete solutions emerge that address key nonprofit challenges – whether that solution is a new website to showcase an organization’s impact or a strategic plan to launch the next phase of its growth.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

One Week Left to Maximize Your #GivingTuesday Impact!

Nov 22, 2016 10:30 AM ET

Fall is in full swing, and #GivingTuesday is around the corner, two weeks away in fact. Don't miss leading insights and tips from MicroEdge + Blackbaud to maximize your impact.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Princess Cruises Honors Military Veteran and Purple Heart Recipient

Nov 22, 2016 10:30 AM ET

Princess Cruises, the Official Cruise Line of the Seattle Seahawks, honored military veterans Matthew and Brittney Linville prior to kick off on November 7, awarding the couple a free seven day cruise for their service in the United States Army, including deployment to Iraq.

Research, Reports & Publications

Domtar Making Strides in Making Facilities Cleaner, Safer and Quieter in 2016

Nov 22, 2016 9:45 AM ET

We've made our manufacturing facilities cleaner, quieter and safer. Domtar's recordable incident rate has been lowered by 50 percent since 2008, thanks to investments in safety systems, heightened attention to work procedures and improvements to personal protective equipment.

Health & Healthcare

Cerro Verde, a Freeport-McMoRan Company, Sponsors a Free Health Fair

Nov 22, 2016 9:20 AM ET

Sociedad Minera Cerro Verde recently hosted a health fair for residents of the district of Yarabamba in Peru and surrounding communities.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Gas Plant Leak Detection and Repair Program

Nov 22, 2016 9:10 AM ET

Antea Group was contracted to develop a Leak Detection and Repair Program for a natural gas plant in Wyoming to comply with New Source Performance Standard EPA 40 CFR 60 Subpart a requirements. One portion of this project involved uniquely identifying and physically tagging potentially leaking components (valves, flanges, etc.) that are subject to the leak detection rules. The challenge to accurately track and maintain the required database of identified leaks, required records of follow-up repairs, and all associated inspection details is a common task in many industries. The gas plant is required to perform monthly leak inspections using an IR camera, and to track and monitor each leak and repair among nearly 4,000 identified components, requiring an efficient identification and data man

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Nestlé Waters North America Honors Five Employees for Community Service Excellence

Nov 22, 2016 9:10 AM ET

Nestlé Waters North America today will host its annual “Thanks for Giving” luncheon to commemorate employees’ volunteer efforts and commitment to supporting local communities and organizations. Fourteen local, non-profit organizations, including Americares, American Red Cross, Boys and Girls Club of Stamford and United Way, will participate in the celebration.

Social Impact & Volunteering

generationOn and The Walt Disney Company Celebrate the Power of Family Giving During 26th Annual Family Volunteer Day

Nov 22, 2016 9:05 AM ET

Family Volunteer Day, powered by generationOn, the youth service division of Points of Light, and sponsored by The Walt Disney Company, is a day of service that demonstrates and celebrates the power of families who volunteer together, supporting their communities and neighborhoods.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Ten to Watch: Espoir Kyubwa, Ph.D.

Nov 22, 2016 9:05 AM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Film Festival Spotlight: 2016 Best in Show Winner athenahealth

Nov 22, 2016 9:00 AM ET

At the 2016 Film Festival, athenahealth won Best in Show for its video titled, "athenaGives: Connecting Care for the Uninsured," show how athenahealth provides donations of its network-enabled services to eligible free clinics across the country, including New Braunfels Volunteers in Medicine.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Sappi and Its Communities – How We Get Involved

Nov 22, 2016 9:00 AM ET

We take great pride in the local footprint we have created in the communities in which we operate. Sappi’s history within North America dates back to the 1850s, and it’s no surprise our civic involvement has also been active from the very beginning.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Foster Care Adoption: It’s Worth It.

Nov 22, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Today, thanks to the philanthropic support of our donors, children are being helped with their schoolwork, tucked in and told they are loved. But our mission is far from complete. There are thousands more children with futures full of possibilities.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

The Church Brothers: Two Guys Who Know Their Way Around a Field of Lettuce

Nov 22, 2016 8:30 AM ET

Tom and Steve Church, founders of Church Brothers Farms, were recently awarded the Produce Marketers for All Seasons award during this year’s Fresh Summit. The award recognizes the legacy of service and innovation that Tom and Steve have demonstrated for more than 45 years, making them a pretty big deal in Salinas Valley agriculture.

Health & Healthcare

Work-Life Balancing Act Starts with Smarter Offices

Nov 22, 2016 8:05 AM ET

The workplace is in a state of transition globally, with words like wellness, health, relaxation, social and even fun now synonymous with the office. As our work habits continue to evolve, so do our workplaces – offering more than just a stationary desk from 9am to 5pm.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Lockheed Martin Wins 2016 Best Commitment to Education Corporate Citizenship Award from U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation

Nov 22, 2016 8:05 AM ET