Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

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Events

Charles Koch Talks Environment, Politics, Business and More

Charles Koch, chairman and CEO of Koch Industries, sat down with best-selling author and entrepreneur Tim Ferriss, host of The Tim Ferriss Show podcast, to discuss the current state of politics, the economy, the future of business, and more.

Education & Workforce Development

Crayola Thanks Thousands of Beloved Teachers Across America

In 1903, Crayola co-founders Edwin Binney and C. Harold Smith created the first box of crayons. Alice Binney, Binney’s wife and a former schoolteacher, named the new crayons “Crayola.”

Research & Reports

Update to Arabic Translations of GRI Standards

Additional Arabic translations of the GRI Standards, the world's most widely adopted sustainability reporting framework, are now available.

Volunteering & Community

Pro Bono Perspectives Episode 30: Amy Smith, TOMS

In recognition of National Disaster Preparedness Month, Common Impact CEO Danielle Holly sits down with TOMS Chief Giving Officer Amy Smith to discuss how the company became a significant figure in gun violence prevention.

Awards & Rankings

Biogen Ranked #1 Biotechnology Company on Dow Jones Sustainability World Index

Biogen has been ranked the #1 biotechnology company on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) for the fourth time, after being the first U.S.-based biotech company to ever make the list in 2013.

Volunteering & Community

CECP Q&A Series: How One Community of Corporate Leaders Is Elevating Volunteering for Greater Impact

Jennifer Weston-Murphy of CECP’s Corporate Leadership Team sat down with Service for Impact Co-Chairs Matthew Nelson, Corporate Vice President, New York Life and Lalita Badinehal, Director of Grantmaking, Credit Suisse Americas Foundation talk about what Service for Impact aims to accomplish and how the employee engagement field has evolved in recent years.

Energy & Infrastructure

Chevron: The Power of Problem Solvers

Since our founding in 1879, Chevron’s greatest asset—our people—have been focused on making energy more affordable, more reliable, and ever cleaner.

Awards & Rankings

CBRE Earns Place on Dow Jones Sustainability World Index

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE) today announced that it has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI).

Philanthropy

World Alzheimer’s Day is September 21st

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, a group of disorders that impairs mental functioning

Awards & Rankings

The Beach Boys to Perform at Gala Celebrating the Inaugural George H.W. Bush Points of Light Award for Caring and Compassion Honoring Garth Brooks

Points of Light today announced that The Beach Boys will perform at The George H.W. Bush Points of Light Awards Gala on Thursday, Sept. 26, at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York City.

Volunteering & Community

Join Christian Appalachian Project’s Grateful Bread Food Pantry Hunger Walk on September 19th

Did you know that of the 13 states that make up the Appalachia, Kentucky has by far the worst poverty rate, and sadly, 20% of Eastern Kentuckians do not know where their next meal is coming from?

Awards & Rankings

Gildan Listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index

Gildan Activewear Inc. announced today that the Company has been included on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index. This marks the seventh consecutive year that the Company has been included on the Dow Jones Indices.

Philanthropy

P&G Launches TV Series Focused on Changing the World

Awards & Rankings

Comerica Bank Recognized As Top 50 Company For Providing Opportunities To Latinas

Comerica Bank was recognized for its efforts in diversity and inclusion with its selection to the 2019 Top 50 Best Companies for Latinas to Work for in the U.S. by Latina Style. This marks the ninth time Comerica has received the honor.

Events

Inspiring Business Leaders to Explore New Horizons to Solve Today’s Sustainability Challenges

To solve today’s sustainability challenges, business leaders will be called to build new skills, pitch fresh ideas and influence across silos.

Corporate Responsibility

2019 SDG Pioneers Announced by United Nations Global Compact

The United Nations Global Compact today announced ten new SDG Pioneers — young business leaders who are doing an exceptional job to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Awards & Rankings

Las Vegas Sands Recognized in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America

Las Vegas Sands Corp. once again has been recognized by the S&P Dow Jones Indices for its industry-leading performance in environmental, social and governance (ESG) efforts.

Events

Celebrating Legacy at the 5th Annual National Latino Leadership Conference

The Council for Latino Workplace Equity (CLWE) an initiative under the National Diversity Council (NDC) will host their 5th Annual National Latino Leadership Conference on October 16, 2019, in the heart of Los Angeles

Inclusion & Opportunity

Scotiabank Recognized as Top 25 Most Diverse & Inclusive Companies

Today, Scotiabank was recognized with 20th place in the global “Top 25 Most Diverse & Inclusive Companies” ranking, as part of the 2019 REFINITIV Diversity & Inclusion Index.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Turning ‘Girls Who Code’ Into Women Who Work at Viacom

To address the dearth of females in technology, Viacom established a goal four years ago to hire select college graduates who completed the company’s multi-year summer internship program into the company’s Media and Technology Services group.

Health & Healthcare

Survey Details Employees' Struggles to Eat a Healthy Lunch; Aramark's Health and Wellness VP Explains Why

More than half (56%) of employed Americans who typically eat lunch during work hours struggle to eat a healthy lunch at work

Philanthropy

Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation and National Head Start Association Welcome Applications for Gro More Good Garden Grants

Too many children and families living in at-risk communities don’t have access to enough fresh, healthy food. And far too many of them have never had the opportunity to see, taste or eat some of the garden’s best-tasting, good-for-you produce.

Inclusion & Opportunity

LIXIL to Strengthen Diversity and Inclusion

LIXIL has established a Global Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Department within its HR Function. Akane Odake has been appointed as General Manager of the Global D&I Department to implement a unified strategy across the organization.

Socially Responsible Investing

Our Money Stories: From Brooklyn to Asia with Love

Growing up as a little girl in Brooklyn, I had no idea that we were low to middle income. Our community was rich and full. We loved and respected each other, our neighbors and our friends. We never talked about money but somehow we managed to “manage.” Then at age 11, I experienced what not having money meant.

Environment

Ready, Set, Go: Creating a Climate Action Plan to Reach Your Science-Based Targets

Our blog describes the steps that will enable you to reach your science-based targets to reduce emissions and transform your business.

Latest Campaigns

Growth Through Sustainability

Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...

Accelerating access to healthcare technology

We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...

KeyBank: Responsible Banking

Everyone’s financial journey is different. We make intentional efforts to meet the individual needs of clients and communities through a diverse range...

Sustainability by Antea Group

At Antea Group, we believe the best sustainability programs integrate sustainability into core business practices, we identify and act on relevant...

Greener Products and Solutions

We actively integrate sustainability into the product development process and look at all phases of the product life cycle for opportunities to...

FedEx | Awards & Recognition

We are consistently ranked among the world’s most admired brands and employers. Read more about honors and recognition for FedEx’s ongoing effort to...

Special Economic Zones

Driving awareness of Special Economic Zones.

Integrated Tools

Cascale shares updates on its efforts to align the industry on a common language to describe sustainability performance to reduce duplication and...

Kingfisher Around the World

The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...

PSEG Environmental Stewardship

PSEG’s environmental stewardship is evident in programs and strategies that reflect our commitment to clean air, clean water and waste management...