Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Energy

To Increase Michigan’s Brain Gain, Engage Talent at All Levels

Oct 15, 2018 1:50 AM ET

By all accounts, there is not a more exciting time to be in Michigan and in the energy industry. We’re on the cusp of an innovation economy, where technology makes it easier and more affordable to leave the planet better than we found it through renewable energy.

Environment

Virgin Atlantic Flies Boeing 747 on Biofuel

Oct 12, 2018 6:20 PM ET

Boeing is proud of our partnership with @VirginAtlantic and @LanzaTech on this historic 747 flight to use biofuel made from waste carbon gas from a steel mill. #Boeing's partnership dates to aviation's first biofuel test flight, which Virgin flew 10 years ago.

Events, Media & Communications

Register for Social Return on Investment (SROI) Accreditation Training!

Oct 12, 2018 5:15 PM ET

Register for Social Return on Investment (SROI) Accreditation Training with Jeremy Nicholls, Founder of Social Value UK and Social Value International, November 6-7th, 2018 in Toronto!

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The UPS Foundation Expands Its Disaster Relief Network for Hurricane Michael and Indonesia Earthquake Committing $1.5 Million

Oct 12, 2018 5:00 PM ET

The UPS Foundation today announced a $1.5 million commitment to support relief and recovery efforts for the earthquake/tsunami in Indonesia and Hurricane Michael in Florida. Through a combination of cash grants, in-kind transportation movements and technical expertise, The UPS Foundation, in collaboration with its disaster relief partners, will provide urgent relief, as well as support for long-term needs ranging from rebuilding to personal and financial recovery assistance.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Power of Human Difference

Oct 12, 2018 4:30 PM ET

Our advances in sustainability and IT solutions would not be possible without our diverse employee base and inclusive culture. We recognize the power of human difference to drive progress across our business and the communities we serve, and we continue to adapt our Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) journey to foster an inclusive culture that celebrates these differences. This inclusive culture, coupled with our EPIC2 values, helps us attract and retain the best talent, ultimately delivering the most innovative IT solutions to our customers.

Research, Reports & Publications

Caterpillar | Strategizing Safer Ways to Work

Oct 12, 2018 3:00 PM ET

Click here to learn about three examples of how Caterpillar is working safer at the Athens, GA, and Thiruvallur, India, facilities and the Melbourne Distribution Centre.

Health & Healthcare

Global Handwashing Day 2018

Oct 12, 2018 2:35 PM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

Overcoming Our Barriers to Find Peace and Purpose

Oct 12, 2018 2:30 PM ET

‘Viewpoints’ invites guest authors from outside of Wells Fargo to share an important perspective related to their work. Today, we welcome Erik Weihenmayer, the first blind climber in history to reach the summit of the world’s highest mountain, Mount Everest, and the co-founder and board vice president of No Barriers USA.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Durkan’s Camélia Rose Raises Awareness, Funds to Fight Breast Cancer through Specify for a Cure Program

Oct 12, 2018 2:25 PM ET

For centuries, both the rose and the camélia flower have been a symbol of longevity and purity — with the rose especially symbolic of love and passion. In the Victorian Era, when pink and red camélias were sent to someone, it meant that the recipient was the “flame” in the heart of the sender. The inspiration for Durkan’s new Camélia Rose carpet collection is helping bring awareness to breast cancer while also raising funds for research, not just in October but year-round.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Wells Fargo Assists Customers and Communities Impacted by Hurricane Michael

Oct 12, 2018 2:00 PM ET

Wells Fargo (NYSE:WFC) today announced $1 million in donations to support communities impacted by Hurricane Michael. The company also activated special disaster assistance for customers in Florida, Georgia and Alabama.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KeyBank Provides $6 Million in Financing for Preservation of Affordable Housing in Cleveland

Oct 12, 2018 1:50 PM ET

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment (CDLI) has provided $6 million in construction financing to Woda Cooper Communities for the acquisition and substantial rehabilitation of the Stuyvesant Motor building in Cleveland, OH. Upon completion, the historic five-story building will be renamed Prospect Yard and contain 42 units serving individuals and families earning at or below 60% area median income (AMI).

Research, Reports & Publications

Symantec CEO Greg Clark Highlights Progress in 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report

Oct 12, 2018 1:05 PM ET

We have dedicated the past two years to transforming our business. During that time, we have quickly built up our market-leading portfolio through internal innovation, as well as through the acquisition of several strategic cyber security companies.

Over the last twelve months, we also took a step back to validate Symantec’s corporate responsibility strategy and our approach to disclosure. We re-assessed key concerns of external stakeholders and met with a broad range of internal leaders to inform our thinking. Based on these conversations, we restructured our priorities and reconfirmed our support for the United Nations Global Compact’s 10 principles to protect human rights, uphold ethical labor conditions, protect the environment, and combat corruption.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Xylem Celebrates Long-Time Partner for its 1000th AquaTower Build—Marking 1 Million People Who Now Have Access to Clean Drinking Water

Oct 12, 2018 1:00 PM ET

One of Xylem’s long-standing nonprofit partners, Planet Water, celebrated the installation of its 1,000th “AquaTower” on October 3rd, achieving one million people across fourteen countries who now have access to clean, safe drinking water. The 1000th Tower jumpstarts a new organization initiative to bring clean water to an entire District in Cambodia. Xylem is proud to have worked alongside Planet Water for years, setting up AquaTowers that last from 5-7 years in communities that currently lack safe drinking water. Xylem also provides WASH education to the community’s residents. Thank you, Planet Water, for making this impact possible. Together, we celebrate this accomplishment, and look forward to continuing to work together to solve water globally.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Walmart, Walmart Foundation, Sam’s Club and Foundation For The Carolinas Announce $2.5 million to Assist with Hurricane Michael Relief and Recovery

Oct 12, 2018 12:45 PM ET

In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Michael, Walmart, Sam’s Club, and the Walmart Foundation are committing up to $1.5 million of cash and in-kind support for relief and recovery. In addition, $1 million from the Walmart 2018 Hurricane Relief Fund held at Foundation For The Carolinas will support Red Cross efforts for those most impacted in Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas.

Health & Healthcare

Johnson & Johnson Raises a Flag in Early-Stage Lung Cancer with First-Ever Contest in the Field

Oct 12, 2018 12:10 PM ET

No question about it, the lung cancer field is hot—and chock-full of new drugs and combos. But there's a dearth of treatments specifically for early-stage disease, and Johnson & Johnson is looking to crowdsourcing to bring in new ideas.

It's doing that through its latest QuickFire contest at JLABS, the company's internal life sciences incubator. The winner of the Lung Cancer Innovation QuickFire Challenge will earn a yearlong residency at JLABS @ Shanghai, the newest of its 11 labs around the world.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

FCA US Among the Leaders in Providing Quality Experience for Job Candidates

Oct 12, 2018 11:45 AM ET

FCA US LLC is among the top companies in North America that provide a positive, transparent and insightful job candidate experience, earning the Company a 2018 North American Candidate Experience Award.

The Candidate Experience Awards are conveyed each year by Talent Board, a non-profit organization that focuses on benchmark research of quality candidate experience.

Diversity & Inclusion

VIDEO | It’s International Day of the Girl: Let’s Celebrate Progress (and Make Some More)

Oct 12, 2018 11:35 AM ET

When I think about International Day of the Girl, I remember how my college basketball coach asked me to speak in front of a group of Fortune 500 executives. I had never spoken to top execs before, let alone a room full of them! I had my self-doubts, but ultimately, I chose to be bold.

Energy

Five Sustainable Strategies Every CEO Should Pursue

Oct 12, 2018 11:10 AM ET

Sustainability is one of the highest priorities on today's CEO agenda. Climate change is dramatically impacting the planet and creating new business risks. So how are companies responding to mitigating environmental damage and ensuring long-term resiliency through increased use of digitization?

With lessons from AEG, Entrade, Walmart and WWF, leaders should consider five key strategies.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Real Me

Oct 12, 2018 11:05 AM ET

In honor of #NationalComingOutDay, CBRE is proud to share the stories of several of our employees who’ve had the courage to come out in the workplace in an inspiring new video.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

eBay for Charity and Council of Fashion Designers of America Partner to Fight Breast Cancer with 2018 ‘Fashion Targets Breast Cancer’ Campaign

Oct 12, 2018 11:05 AM ET

eBay for Charity and the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) are teaming up to fight breast cancer this October to support Fashion Targets Breast Cancer (FTBC), a charitable initiative of the CFDA Foundation that raises funds and awareness for breast cancer in the U.S. and internationally. Starting today through October 18 (8am PT) eBay shoppers and fashion-lovers alike can visit www.eBay.com/CFDA to browse exclusive and special-priced items, of which 100% of the proceeds will benefit Fashion Targets Breast Cancer.

Health & Healthcare

Pioneering Emergency Medicine in Tanzania

Oct 12, 2018 11:00 AM ET

Just a decade ago, emergency medicine did not exist in Tanzania. Patients waited hours for the most basic life-saving care. Today, East Africa’s first-ever emergency room and emergency medicine residency training program save thousands of lives, every year.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Join the GRI Global Sustainability Standards Board: Help Shape the Future of Sustainability Reporting

Oct 12, 2018 10:05 AM ET

The world's leading standard-setter for sustainability reporting has an exceptional opening for a high-level governance position. Read more about applying for the GRI Global Sustainability Standards Board to help empower decisions that create social, environmental and economic benefits for everyone.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

South Oakland Shelter Recognizes Epsilon with 2018 Annual Impact Award for Outstanding Corporate Partner

Oct 12, 2018 9:50 AM ET

South Oakland Shelter (SOS) has been helping end homelessness in Michigan’s Oakland Country for individuals and families in crisis for over 30 years.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Educating a Generation of Syrian Children

Oct 12, 2018 9:45 AM ET

Every day begins the same for Marah, a 12-year-old girl living in Beirut. “At 8 o'clock, I have my breakfast. I spend some time with my family, while they are having their coffee. Then I prepare myself for school and I prepare my bag,” she says.

It’s a daily schedule typical by school children the world over, and yet to Marah it feels more like a privilege.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

VIDEO | Subaru Loves Pets

Oct 12, 2018 9:35 AM ET

As part of our Subaru Loves Pets initiative, this October, Subaru and our retailers are partnering with local animal organizations to help our furry friends and improve their chances at finding a safe and loving home.