Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Environment

Barbara Freese: Industrial Strength Denial

May 27, 2020 5:15 PM ET

Social Impact & Volunteering

STEM Research - Simple Connections Lead to Magnificent Things

May 27, 2020 4:50 PM ET

The digital integrated circuits (ICs) I design have millions of transistors and wire interconnects. Copper routes traverse up and down across nine levels of metal creating an intricate circuit highway. Routes are connected from one level to the next with a via.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CIT Wins Three Stevie® American Business Awards

May 27, 2020 4:10 PM ET

CIT Group Inc. (NYSE: CIT) today announced that it has won three Stevie ® American Business Awards for business excellence. The awards include a Gold award for Achievement in Management – Banking, a Silver award for FinTech Solution and a Silver award for Corporate Social Responsibility Program of the Year.

Innovation & Technology

'NEXT Coalition' of Leading U.S. Engineering and Construction Firms Challenges Industry to Enhance Health, Safety Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

May 27, 2020 4:00 PM ET

While the COVID-19 pandemic has forced shutdowns of many global businesses, a coalition of leading critical infrastructure and construction companies has banded together to launch the “NEXT Coalition” to promote and share industry safety best practices.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Resilience Reimagined: A Q&A with Rebecca Henderson

May 27, 2020 4:00 PM ET

In the lead up to our conversation with Rebecca Henderson of Harvard Business School as part of our Resilience Reimagined Speaker Series, we sat down with her to discuss the impetus of her new book, Reimagining Capitalism in a World on Fire.

Research, Reports & Publications

CEO Investor Forum & NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business Shows How to Reorient the Capital Markets to Focus on Long-Term Impact

May 27, 2020 3:30 PM ET

The CEO Investor Forum and NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business are calling for leading companies to adapt and identify new ways to demonstrate value to investors.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Goodyear and Enovos to Reduce CO2 Emissions, Provide Clean Energy for Luxembourg Citizens

May 27, 2020 3:00 PM ET

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and Enovos will build two photovoltaic power stations at Goodyear’s testing facilities in Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg.

Health & Healthcare

Menstrual Health Is Essential to “Build Back Better” Beyond COVID-19

May 27, 2020 3:00 PM ET

Menstrual Hygiene Day this year (May 28) holds particular significance. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated existing challenges related to menstrual health and hygiene. FSG's latest blog shares why #ItsTimeForAction on #MHH.

Innovation & Technology

When Another Door Opens. And How to Open It.

May 27, 2020 3:00 PM ET

How often do you think about opening a door? It is such a natural action, that the thought has probably hardly ever crossed your mind.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Beware of These 6 Money Risks Caused by COVID-19

May 27, 2020 2:15 PM ET

At a time when there are so many things outside of our control, it’s more important than ever to zone in on those within our control and avoid making unnecessary financial mistakes. Here are six areas where you should maintain your guard.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Facing Layoffs and Uncertainty, Floridians Reach Out for Help

May 27, 2020 2:05 PM ET

Like many service organizations, the Heart of Florida United Way has been flooded with an increase in requests for help during the pandemic. At times their call volumes reached four times the average, said Ashley Blasewitz, SVP of donor...

Sustainable Development Goals

Southern Company Commits to Net-Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050

May 27, 2020 1:10 PM ET

Southern Company announced an updated climate strategy with a goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 at its annual stockholder meeting today.

Sustainable Development Goals

"We need a fit planet for sustainable sport" - An Interview with IOC Director for Sustainability Marie Sallois

May 27, 2020 12:45 PM ET

As part of a four-year collaborative partnership between the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and IUCN, we interviewed Marie Sallois, IOC’s Director for Sustainability

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

The Road to a Vaccine, Ep. 7: What Our “New Normal” Might Look Like Until We Get a COVID-19 Vaccine

May 27, 2020 12:35 PM ET

In Episode 7, Lisa Ling speaks with Johnson & Johnson Chief Scientific Officer Paul Stoffels, M.D., about important advances being made in vaccine development.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bechtel Again Ranks #1 On ENR List of Top 400 U.S. Contractors

May 27, 2020 11:45 AM ET

Last year yielded significant progress for Bechtel customers whose projects will improve mobility, increase the supply of safe and affordable energy, eliminate hazardous waste, and improve economies.

Energy

Alliant Energy Announces Six New Solar Projects in Wisconsin

May 27, 2020 11:15 AM ET

Alliant Energy (NASDAQ: LNT) announces plans to acquire and advance 675 megawatts (MW) of solar in mostly rural areas in six Wisconsin counties: Grant, Jefferson, Richland, Rock, Sheboygan and Wood.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Ecocentricity Blog: What's Down Is Up

May 27, 2020 10:30 AM ET

Researchers have developed a recycling technology that allows them to turn polyurethane foams and films into a dense plastic with potential applications like shopping cart wheels or car bumpers.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Homegrown Organic Farms Earns First Equitable Food Initiative Certification for Stone Fruit

May 27, 2020 10:00 AM ET

Homegrown Organic Farms is pleased to announce its certification from Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) for its California grown, organic stone fruit – the first stone fruit operation ever to be EFI certified.

Education

Itron and Discovery Education Present the 'Internet of Things' Virtual Field Trip Amplifying the Connections Between Innovation and Conservation

May 27, 2020 10:00 AM ET

In celebration of World Environment Day, Itron and Discovery Education—the global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources, engaging content, and professional learning for K-12 classrooms—present the Internet of Things: Infinite Possibilities Virtual Field Trip, premiering on June 5, 2020. Students and families can register for the no-cost field trip here.

Innovation & Technology

Hong Kong Systematically Expands Resource Recovery Capacity, Invests in Integrated Reuse Infrastructure

May 27, 2020 9:30 AM ET

The Drainage Services Department (DSD) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region has selected Black & Veatch to conduct a three-year investigation into upgrading the Tai Po Sewage Treatment Works (STW).

Environment

Timberland Reveals Powerful Earth Day Message: ‘Caring Is No Longer Enough’

May 27, 2020 9:00 AM ET

The New Hampshire-based company revealed an open letter to nature today that references the current health crisis that has forced people to stay indoors, keeping us from enjoying the places we once explored.

Diversity & Inclusion

Tetra Tech Welcomes Our Leadership Academy Class of 2020

May 27, 2020 9:00 AM ET

Tetra Tech recently welcomed our 2020 class to the Leadership Academy, our annual professional development program. Thirty project managers from across Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States are engaged in year-long training to expand their understanding of Tetra Tech’s global operations and hone their operational, financial, and interpersonal skills.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Rethinking Outcomes in a Crisis Context

May 27, 2020 9:00 AM ET

How can foundations ensure that the process of evaluating outcomes is useful and least disruptive? In this critical time, many philanthropic organizations are shifting the ways in which they are supporting grantees.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

SC Johnson Supports Organizations Across Asia Pacific in the Fight Against COVID-19 with More Than $1 Million in Product and Financial Donations

May 27, 2020 9:00 AM ET

Green Infrastructure

UPS Longitudes | How Cities Around the World are Handling Coronavirus

May 27, 2020 8:50 AM ET

When it comes to infectious disease outbreaks, cities are dual-edged. To be sure, cities are a big part of the problem. They intensify the spread and transmission of infectious disease through increased human contact.