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Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

The Circular Economy of Glass

Owens Corning celebrates America Recycles Day 2020 this year by sharing this interesting video from friends at Strategic Materials about what happens when glass is recycled and its role in the circular economy.

Health & Healthcare

IWBI to Offer COVID-19 Training for Organizations and Professionals Across the Globe

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) is pleased to announce it is offering evidence-based education on COVID-19 to business leaders and their teams as they are preparing to get back to business. Through interactive, self-guided lessons...

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

T‑Mobile Kicks Off #CaptureKindness Campaign to Help Feeding America® Give 15 Million Meals and Take Back 2020 With a Magenta Wave of Positivity

As Feeding America® estimates up to 50 million families are impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a critical need this holiday season.

Diversity & Inclusion

New Holland Agriculture North America Announces HarvestHER Partnership

“Encouraging relationships, empowering community.” It’s the phrase that HarvestHER founder, Tracy Zeorian, says summarizes both the mission and purpose of the organization she created in 2016.

Environment

Smart About Sustainability at IVC and Mohawk Resilient

At IVC, Mohawk’s carpet tile and vinyl flooring business headquartered in Belgium, inland waterways are an important contributor to sustainability, providing a source of water for processing and a lower-carbon transportation route.

Diversity & Inclusion

Alkermes Recognizes the Value of Veterans

Chris, an Alkermes employee who has been involved with the Veteran community since retiring from the Marines, understands the challenges of those who struggle with addiction.

Diversity & Inclusion

Beyond Inclusion: Fostering Belonging in Times of Crisis

In the midst of a global pandemic, an economic recession, and a historic racial equity and justice movement, the idea of business-as-usual has become obsolete as many deal with feelings of isolation and concern about the future.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

As Important as Ever: Microloans for Women-Owned Small Businesses in the United States

By utilizing their unique, proven group-lending model, Whole Planet Foundation microfinance partner Grameen America can very effectively reach underserved communities and invest in women who have no credit score, no formal business plans and no collateral.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Smithfield Foods' Facilities Receive Sustainability Excellence in Manufacturing Awards

Three Smithfield Foods facilities have been recognized by The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies for their efforts in driving improved performance through sustainability and going beyond environmental compliance.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Supporting Veterans Where They Need It Most

This Wednesday, America took a moment of pause to recognize, celebrate and honor the 17.4 million veterans living in the U.S. today.

Health & Healthcare

Hanes Is Happy to Be the 'Official Smile' of the 94th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®

Hanes, America’s No. 1 basic apparel brand, is helping millions smile for the holidays as it partners with the team behind the world-renowned Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®.

Energy

Black & Veatch, a Leader in Decarbonization, Joins Ammonia Energy Association

As an industry leader in advancing decarbonization, Black & Veatch – experts in ammonia-related projects – sees an expanding role for the chemical compound in a low-carbon landscape. To help further that, the company has joined the Ammonia Energy Association, an influential advocate of responsible ammonia use in a sustainable energy economy.

Health & Healthcare

United Airlines Launches World's First Free Transatlantic COVID-19 Testing Pilot

From November 16 through December 11, the airline will offer rapid tests to every passenger over 2 years old and crew members on board select flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to London Heathrow (LHR), free of charge.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Timberland Aims for Greener World

In a move to address the environmental effect of the fashion industry, Timberland headquartered in Stratham, has set a goal for its products to have a net positive effect on nature by 2030, giving back more than it takes.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bavaria's Zalva Brand Awarded Best CSR/Sustainability Initiative at World Beverage Innovation Awards 2020

The MiParamo watershed conservation project protects watersheds and encourages responsible consumption.

Diversity & Inclusion

Video Series Follows Veteran Entrepreneurs Participating in Competition

Hiring America – the nations only television program geared to military veterans – has partnered with Wells Fargo and Co to produce a two-part video series showcasing a veterans “pitch” competition. Each vet presents their entrepreneurial concept to a panel of business executives – winners receive cash prizes. Bunker Labs – a non-profit organization with a mission of ensuring the military connected community has the network tools they need to start successful ventures – hosts the tour.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Keysight Employees Receive 2020 Society of Women Engineers Awards

We’re proud of our strong relationship with the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), and we’re excited to participate in WE20, the world's largest conference for women engineers. This year, 5 Keysight employees received SWE Awards for their efforts.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

In Celebration of JetBlue For Good Month, JetBlue Donates Three Million TrueBlue Points to Charitable Organizations

The airline is also encouraging its customers to join in the good by donating loyalty points to help nonprofits continue their work within their local communities.

Innovation & Technology

Arrow Electronics Helps Launch Sanitizing Robot to Support Fight Against Coronavirus

Arrow Electronics is helping launch a new IoT Smart robot designed to more effectively sanitize surfaces and spaces to help protect against the spread of the novel coronavirus and other pathogens.

Health & Healthcare

FedEx Readies COVID-19 Vaccine Delivery Pipeline

While there is still work to do, when the vaccine becomes available, FedEx will be ready to deliver millions and eventually billions of doses from the manufacturers to the consumer.

Research, Reports & Publications

CECP Data Offers a Unique Look at Social Investments Before and After 2020

The 2020 edition of Giving in Numbers is here! Take a deep dive into the report with the report's author, Andre Solorzano in this latest article post from CECP's Insight blog.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Black Entrepreneurship Gets $2M Boost as Foundations and Media and Technology Company Invest in Miami-Based Center

The John S. & James L. Knight Foundation, the Surdna Foundation & Comcast NBCUniversal announced over $2 million in investments to support the Center for Black Innovation’s mission to increase Black entrepreneurship in Miami & throughout the nation.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Cricket Wireless and Boys & Girls Clubs of America to Give Families a Reason to Smile During “12 Days of Cricket”

Cricket Wireless and Boys & Girls Clubs of America have teamed-up to give families a reason to smile this holiday season through Cricket’s annual “12 Days of Cricket” giving campaign.

Environment

The West Pushes for Renewal Natural Gas/Compressed Natural Gas—Who Will Be Next?

In a slight twist to the adage, I like to say that when California sneezes, the rest of the country catches a cold.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

ON Semiconductor Supports Arizona Students and a More Sustainable Future

America Recycles Day, a Keep America Beautiful initiative, is a nationally recognized day dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the United States.

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