Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Environment

Whirlpool Goes Big on Packaging Recycling

Oct 17, 2016 11:35 AM ET

Although Americans have been recycling for decades, the U.S. recycling rate still hovers around 34 percent. Companies, government agencies and nonprofits have all done their part to educate consumers, but there's still work to be done. In fact, 28 percent of Americans say they'll only recycle items they already know are recyclable and just one in five will do additional research to find out whether or not an item is recyclable if it is not clearly labeled. Now, one appliance company is leading the charge in its industry, ensuring consumers can easily identify what can be recycled from its packaging with an easy-to-understand label.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Holland America Line Makes Third $25,000 Donation in Honor of ‘Ks for Kids’

Oct 17, 2016 11:30 AM ET

Holland America Line President Orlando Ashford presented a check for $25,000 to Seattle Children’s Hospital’s Uncompensated Care Fund Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016, at the Seattle Mariners’ home game at Safeco Field. The company made the donation as part of its partnership with the Seattle Mariners Major League Baseball team and the “K’s for Kids” program that debuted during the 2014 baseball season.

Health & Healthcare

Nestlé Leading the Industry in Nutrition and Health Research

Oct 17, 2016 11:30 AM ET

Nestlé has the world’s largest private food and nutrition research and development network in the industry—rapidly innovating conventional and medical foods, beverages and services to meet nutrition, health and wellness needs.

Responsible Production & Consumption

When OSHA Comes Knocking

Oct 17, 2016 10:40 AM ET

As a new plant safety manager, it is your responsibility to ensure management is prepared for the next OSHA visit by implementing a pre-inspection procedure. This marks the all-important step three in your journey to excel as a new plant safety person, so let’s make sure you’re ready.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Cox Enterprises Recognized for Waste Management Program

Oct 17, 2016 10:30 AM ET

Through its Cox Conserves sustainability program, Cox Enterprises has a goal to send zero waste to landfill by 2024.

Innovation & Technology

JPMorgan Chase & Co. Commits $75 Million to Increase Access to Capital for Women, Minority and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses

Oct 17, 2016 10:00 AM ET

Environment

AkzoNobel Human Cities Coalition

Oct 17, 2016 9:30 AM ET

AkzoNobel Human Cities initiative highlights our commitment to improving, energizing and regenerating urban communities across the world.

Events, Media & Communications

Meet Our Tetra Tech Family

Oct 17, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Providing excellent service and smart solutions for projects around the world for the past 50 years

Events, Media & Communications

How Does CEO Dan Batrack Define Tetra Tech’s DNA?

Oct 17, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Discussing Tetra Tech’s entrepreneurial spirit, technical leadership, and the other values that make up our company’s common culture

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

We’re in Great Company with Adoption-Friendly Workplaces

Oct 17, 2016 9:00 AM ET

I’ve written here before about Wendy’s long-time commitment to foster care adoption. It’s a passion that flows throughout our system of restaurants around the world, and a cause we work to elevate in the minds of the public every chance we get. With more than 6,000 restaurants in North America alone, we touch millions of customers every day with the message from our founder Dave Thomas: Unadoptable is Unacceptable.

Innovation & Technology

Japanese Companies Improve ESG Performance: MSCI Report

Oct 17, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Following decades of recession and slow growth, Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe introduced a revitalization plan in 2012 – dubbed Abenomics – to address the key barriers of economic growth. One of the initiatives impacting corporations and capital markets was the establishment of Japan’s Stewardship Code and Corporate Governance Code. Implementation of these codes has led to greater attention among Japanese companies and investors on sustainable corporate earning capabilities.

Energy

Lockheed Martin and CoGen to Build Energy-from-Waste Plant in Wales

Oct 17, 2016 8:45 AM ET

Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) has signed a teaming agreement with CoGen Limited to develop energy-from-waste projects in the United Kingdom, starting with a new plant in Cardiff, Wales.

Events, Media & Communications

Over $2,700,000 Raised at the 2016 Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon

Oct 16, 2016 10:30 AM ET

Events, Media & Communications

Tetra Tech Releases 50th Anniversary History Booklet

Oct 15, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Commemorating 50 years of leadership in engineering and consulting services

Diversity & Inclusion

21st Century Fox CEO James Murdoch Honored at Ghetto Film School's First Annual Fall Benefit

Oct 14, 2016 8:00 PM ET

At Ghetto Film School's first annual Fall Benefit in Los Angeles on Thursday, Oct. 6, 21st Century Fox CEO and GFS board member James Murdoch was honored for his involvement in the nonprofit, which gives young, aspiring storytellers in historically underrepresented communities an immersive film education and hands-on industry experience.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Walt Disney Company Commits One Million Dollars in Humanitarian Aid to Support Communities Impacted by Hurricane Matthew

Oct 14, 2016 6:30 PM ET

The Walt Disney Company has dedicated $1 million to help the people and communities impacted by Hurricane Matthew’s devastation. The funds will support our neighbors in Florida, as well as families across the storm’s path — from Georgia and the Carolinas to the Bahamas and the Caribbean.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Rob Refsnyder of the New York Yankees Goes Above and Beyond for Foster Children

Oct 14, 2016 5:15 PM ET

Rob Refsnyder of the New York Yankees knows a thing or two about standing out from the rest.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

JPMorgan Chase to Donate $150,000 to Aid Hurricane Matthew Relief Efforts

Oct 14, 2016 5:00 PM ET

JPMorgan Chase & Co. will donate $150,000 from its foundation to support the response to Hurricane Matthew. The grants will assist the American Red Cross and the International Medical Corps in providing immediate relief to those affected by the hurricane in the United States, Haiti and Bahamas.

Diversity & Inclusion

Honored for Excellence: Lockheed Martin and Sandia Employees Receive Hispanic National Achievement Award

Oct 14, 2016 4:40 PM ET

Celebrating excellence through diversity, a pair of Lockheed Martin executives and two from Sandia National Laboratories were honored at the annual Hispanic Engineer National Achievement Awards Conference (HENAAC) for their commitment to enriching their communities.

Health & Healthcare

Disney and Dole to Launch New Co-Branded Produce Assortment Featuring Iconic Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel Characters

Oct 14, 2016 4:10 PM ET

Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media (DCPI) and Dole Food Company today announced plans to launch a new co-branded assortment of fresh produce featuring iconic Disney, Pixar, Star Wars, and Marvel characters at grocery and retail stores nationwide beginning this fall.

Social Impact & Volunteering

How to Plan a Service Day You and Your Nonprofit Partner Will Love

Oct 14, 2016 3:55 PM ET

Despite new trends in corporate volunteering, the classic “Day of Service” remains popular among companies. How do you ensure the planning of your company’s day of service goes smoothly, and that it’s equally as beneficial to your nonprofit partner?

Social Impact & Volunteering

Atlanta Area Emergency Responders Hone Their Skills on Norfolk Southern Safety Train

Oct 14, 2016 1:05 PM ET

Norfolk Southern Corporation’s safety train rolled into Atlanta this week, hosting 92 area emergency responders who received advanced training in safely handling potential rail incidents involving hazardous materials.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Keep Columbus Beautiful and the Columbus Blue Jackets Make ‘Miss Marie’ Proud

Oct 14, 2016 12:30 PM ET

A number of Keep America Beautiful affiliates partner with major league and minor league sports franchises. Keep America Beautiful affiliate Keep Columbus Beautiful (KCB), for example, has long-standing partnerships with its local NHL franchise, the Columbus Blue Jackets, as well as MSL’s Columbus Crew SC.

Social Impact & Volunteering

CSX CEO Announces Major Employee Support Action Following Hurricane Matthew

Oct 14, 2016 12:30 PM ET

Railroaders are often among the first to mobilize in response to a disaster, as the rail network provides a lifeline to affected communities. In the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew, CSX employees have gone back to work quickly with enhanced efforts to restore much-needed transportation services to quickly get customers and communities what they need.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Supplier Diversity from the Inside Out

Oct 14, 2016 12:25 PM ET

Diversity helps businesses and communities thrive. It’s that simple. When there are more options, more voices and more ideas, there are more opportunities for business excellence.