Research, Reports & Publications

Comprehensive Goals Database Helps Your Company Set Strong Sustainability Goals

Apr 20, 2021 11:05 AM ET

Companies are under pressure to set stronger sustainability goals. A free new database from the Embedding Project can help. You can use it to benchmark your goals against leading practice or source strong examples to help you set new goals.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Taco Bell Announces Partnership to Recycle Hot Sauce Packets

Apr 20, 2021 11:00 AM ET

The ability to recycle sauce packets is very important in achieving Taco Bell's goal of making all consumer-facing packaging recyclable, compostable, or reusable by 2025 in restaurants across the globe.

Diversity & Inclusion

Leading by Learning

Apr 20, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Studies show that when a company embraces a growth mindset, it can go a long way toward improving employee diversity, mental health, job satisfaction and performance.

Health & Healthcare

Disability Insurance: Beyond the Virus

Apr 20, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Daniel Tiger Goes Virtual With Creative Ideas Across PNC's Markets

Apr 20, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Everyone had to find a way to pivot in 2020 – and Daniel Tiger was no exception. From Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Miami, Florida, PNC markets collaborated with local PBS stations last year to host Be My Neighbor Days that were a little different

Innovation & Technology

COVID Recovery Must Include Digital Access for All

Apr 20, 2021 11:00 AM ET

As the world became even more digital – practically overnight – as a result of COVID-19, the divide between the “haves” and the “have-nots” worsened.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

GAF Manufactures Industry's First Asphalt Shingles Containing Recycled Waste Shingles

Apr 20, 2021 10:20 AM ET

GAF, a Standard Industries company and the largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer in North America, announced a new patented shingle recycling process

Innovation & Technology

Advancing Sustainability and Efficiency: Are You Prepared for the Future of Agriculture?

Apr 20, 2021 10:15 AM ET

Despite short-term market shocks from COVID-19, the ag input market is expected to grow on average 3% annually over the next decade, driven by megatrends in population growth, demand for protein and pressures on harvests from climate change.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Creating Financial Victories on the Homefront

Apr 20, 2021 10:05 AM ET

Marcus Mason was just 17 when he went off to war as a Marine — first to Afghanistan and then to Iraq before a combat injury ended his tour.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Pro Bono Perspectives S3E8: Dave Smith, Californians for All

Apr 20, 2021 10:00 AM ET

In celebration of National Volunteer Week, Californians for All Director Dave Smith shares about the founding of this California Volunteers initiative and how it achieved over 1 million volunteer hours logged and 600K meals served in its first year.

Research, Reports & Publications

When Everyone Is an Activist: New Benevity Data Shows the Corporate World Did, in Fact, Deliver on Purpose in 2020

Apr 20, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Benevity's inaugural State of Corporate Purpose, a first-of-its-kind report from Benevity Impact Labs, takes a comprehensive look at the ESG landscape as business continues to be the most trusted institution.

Environment

Get Down to Earth With These Earth Day Tips

Apr 20, 2021 10:00 AM ET

As a leader in the environmental services industry and the second-largest recycler in the U.S., Republic Services is proud to be a trusted resource for communities across the U.S. for recycling, waste disposal, organic waste processing and more.

Sustainable Development Goals

HelloFresh Announces New Sustainable Packaging Solutions

Apr 20, 2021 10:00 AM ET

In celebration of Earth Day, HelloFresh, the leader in delivering delicious ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes to households worldwide, announced today a new partnership with Pratt Industries

Environment

People Behind CSR at Cisco: Why an Inclusive Future Needs Environmental Sustainability

Apr 20, 2021 9:20 AM ET

Cisco is working not only for a more inclusive future but a more environmentally sustainable one as well. Environmental issues like climate change, pollution, and waste can disproportionately affect disadvantaged socio-economic groups.

Energy

Oportun's Impact on Environmental Sustainability

Apr 20, 2021 9:15 AM ET

Oportun recognizes that a sustainable healthy planet is critical to ensuring the long-term success of our business and the well-being of the communities we serve.

Environment

2021 TD Green Space Grant Recipients to Build Resilience in Underserved Communities

Apr 20, 2021 9:00 AM ET

The pandemic has exacerbated existing inequities, including the limited access to green spaces in urban neighbourhoods and the corresponding lack of tree canopies in these areas.

Environment

Les lauréats du Programme de financement TD pour les espaces verts 2021 renforceront la résilience dans des collectivités défavorisées

Apr 20, 2021 9:00 AM ET

La pandémie a amplifié les inégalités existantes, notamment en raison de l’accès limité aux espaces verts et de l’absence d’un couvert forestier dans les quartiers urbains.

Innovation & Technology

SCS Global Services' Carbon Neutral Certification Added by Amazon to Its Climate Pledge Friendly Program

Apr 20, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Today, SCS Global Services’ Carbon Neutral Certification Program announced that it has been selected by Amazon as one of its newest, trusted, third-party certifications for its Climate Pledge Friendly program

Environment

PepsiCo Announces 2030 Goal to Scale Regenerative Farming Practices Across 7 Million Acres, Equivalent to Entire Agricultural Footprint

Apr 20, 2021 8:40 AM ET

The company’s efforts are estimated to reduce at least 3 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions by the end of the decade.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CBRE Group, Inc. Earns 2021 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence Award

Apr 20, 2021 8:35 AM ET

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized CBRE with a 2021 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence Award for continued leadership and superior contributions to ENERGY STAR.

Research, Reports & Publications

CDL Integrated Sustainability Report 2021 Spotlights Its Adaptable and Resilient ESG Strategy

Apr 20, 2021 5:00 AM ET

City Developments Limited (CDL) has published its Integrated Sustainability Report (ISR) 2021, its fourteenth sustainability report since 2008. Themed “Advancing Change Resilience”, the digital report communicates CDL’s progress towards its material Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals and targets, established under the CDL Future Value 2030 sustainability blueprint.

Education

DNA Decoded Offers Digital Resources for Educators and Students in Celebration of DNA Day

Apr 19, 2021 6:45 PM ET

Over 65 years ago, deoxyribonucleic acid (more commonly referred to as DNA) was discovered by a team of scientists led by Rosalind Franklin, Maurice Wilkins, and James Watson.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Honoring the 2021 Top 50 Leaders in Higher Education at the National Diversity & Leadership Conference

Apr 19, 2021 6:25 PM ET

Educators are pivotal for the growth and development of individuals and subsequently, the organizations for which their students work. Educators’ long term contributions have significantly and uniquely impacted the greater community.

Diversity & Inclusion

Taking a Stand: American Advocates for LGBTQ Rights and Hate Crimes Legislation

Apr 19, 2021 5:00 PM ET

American joined w/ dozens of other TX-based companies today in an open letter to lawmakers, supporting the inclusion of LGBTQ people in nondiscrimination laws & opposes any effort to exclude the LGBTQ community from full civil rights protections.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Honoring the 2021 Top 50 Talent Officers at the National Diversity & Leadership Conference

Apr 19, 2021 4:25 PM ET

The DiversityFirstTM will be hosting the 17th Annual National Diversity and Leadership Conference on April 21-22 and April 28-29, 2021.