Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Media & Communications

New Holland Agriculture Celebrates 125 Years of History. Making Farming More Productive, Efficient and Sustainable

Jul 2, 2020 3:00 PM ET

In 2020, New Holland Agriculture, a global agricultural brand of CNH Industrial N.V., turns 125 years old: more than a century of commitment towards five generations of farmers across the globe, making their lives easier and the agricultural business more efficient and sustainable.

Diversity & Inclusion

PJ's Coffee of New Orleans Partners With Sodexo for Expansion With United States Marine Corps

Jul 2, 2020 3:00 PM ET

PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans (PJ’s Coffee) has some big news brewing for our men and women in uniform. The brand recently launched a partnership with Sodexo, the world’s leading provider of food services, to feature its coffee in select United States Marine Corps bases across the country, spanning from California to South Carolina.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Black Lives Matter: 9 Organizations to Donate to Today

Jul 2, 2020 3:00 PM ET

Green Infrastructure

Mobility: A Powerful Engine for Sustainability, Inclusion and Economic Prosperity

Jul 2, 2020 2:30 PM ET

The pandemic has made it more apparent than ever that we need to accelerate the drive towards low-carbon mobility.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Piscataway: LIXIL Americas Partnership Adds to Number of Face Shields Donated to Front Line Workers

Jul 2, 2020 2:00 PM ET

LIXIL Americas has teamed up with volunteers from Jersey City Rapid Maker Response Group to manufacture and distribute thousands of face shields to first responders and medical workers in communities across the US that are battling COVID-19.

Events, Media & Communications

How To Set Up A Virtual Event

Jul 2, 2020 1:00 PM ET

COVID-19 has significantly impacted the event industry, forcing some organizations to cancel 2020 events, while others are moving to virtual events.

Sustainable Development Goals

COVID-19's Opportunity: A Chance to Build a More Resilient Workforce

Jul 2, 2020 12:45 PM ET

Every day, we are inspired by the essential workers on the frontlines of this pandemic—by their commitment to working despite the risks and their resourcefulness and tremendous talents under duress.

Research, Reports & Publications

COVID-19's Resurgence, Commercial Real Estate, and Tourism

Jul 2, 2020 12:30 PM ET

More infections lead to more worry, while the commercial real estate and tourism sectors are put to the test.

Responsible Production & Consumption

This is Planet Earth

Jul 2, 2020 12:20 PM ET

The ideals of a purpose-driven brand are nothing new to Timberland (Stratham, N.H.), which for nearly 100 years has dedicated itself to fostering a love of nature and the outdoors as well as advocacy of global green initiatives

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Scotiabank Launches New Sustainable Finance Group Within its Global Banking and Markets Division

Jul 2, 2020 12:15 PM ET

Recognizing its unique opportunity as a global financial organization to advance climate transition and promote sustainable economic growth, Scotiabank is pleased to announce the launch of a new Sustainable Finance Group within its Global Banking and Markets (GBM) division.

Health & Healthcare

Our COVID-19 Response: A Reflection of Our Commitment to Communities

Jul 2, 2020 12:05 PM ET

Comcast NBCUniversal’s COVID-19 response reflects our company’s longstanding commitment to harnessing our people, our technology, and our unparalleled reach through media to connect our communities to meaningful content and resources.

Diversity & Inclusion

Corporate Silence and Anti-Racism

Jul 2, 2020 12:00 PM ET

If your company and your executives are serious about their commitment to anti-racism and living into their commitment to racial justice, you must take action. We offer 4 concrete steps.

Research, Reports & Publications

IBM's 2019 Corporate Responsibility Report: IBM and Good Tech

Jul 2, 2020 11:30 AM ET

From research labs to the boardroom, responsible stewardship and trust have been hallmarks of IBM’s culture for more than a century.

Health & Healthcare

Representative Kaptur's Bipartisan Resolution Highlights the Positive Impact of Gardening

Jul 2, 2020 11:00 AM ET

As COVID-19 continues to put stress on many aspects of American society, millions of households nationwide are facing food insecurity––an issue that existed long before the pandemic.

Responsible Production & Consumption

LG Encourages Americans to 'Flip Your Fridge' This Summer

Jul 2, 2020 10:00 AM ET

ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year LG Electronics USA is encouraging consumers to “Flip Your Fridge” in a nationwide retail promotion that offers attractive discounts on ENERGY STAR certified LG refrigerators.

Events, Media & Communications

Join JLL, Yorkshire Water, Net Impact Amsterdam at Reuters Events Sustainability Reporting & Comms Europe 2020 Virtual Event

Jul 2, 2020 10:00 AM ET

The time to share ideas and practical solutions to shape the future of sustainability reporting and communications is of upmost importance.

Research, Reports & Publications

New Online Learning Platform for Sustainability Profession

Jul 2, 2020 9:30 AM ET

A training portal has been launched to improve access to high quality learning opportunities for people working in sustainability and sustainable development roles.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Soho House Announces the Inaugural Soho House Art Prize With Bombay Sapphire

Jul 2, 2020 9:00 AM ET

Created by Soho House and supported by Bombay Sapphire, the prize winner will receive the funds to realise and present a major solo showcase at Soho Beach House Miami during Art Basel Miami Beach 2020.

Environment

Freeport-McMoRan Helps Discover a New Plant Species in Papua

Jul 2, 2020 9:00 AM ET

PT Freeport Indonesia, in partnership with Institut Pertanian Bogor University, Papua University, The West Papua Province Research & Development Center, and British Kew Royal Botanic Gardens, discovered a new plants species.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Duke Energy Pledges $150,000 to Support Women-, Veteran- and Minority-owned Small Businesses Impacted by Pandemic in Greater Cincinnati Area

Jul 1, 2020 7:05 PM ET

Duke Energy, through its foundation, is partnering with the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber and the Northern Kentucky Chamber to provide financial assistance to local women-, veteran- and minority-owned small businesses impacted by the coronavirus.

Research, Reports & Publications

Delivering on Our Purpose | HP Sustainable Impact

Jul 1, 2020 6:45 PM ET

From committing to double our number of Black and African American executives by 2025, to creating a portfolio of world's first innovations made with ocean-bounds, we're taking actions drive greater diversity and inclusion, reduce our environmental footprint and strengthen communities around the world. It's how we deliver on our promise to make life better for everyone, everywhere.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Following Emergency Pandemic Response, the Tomorrow Rising Fund by the Schneider Electric Foundation Focuses Support on Recovery and Resiliency

Jul 1, 2020 6:30 PM ET

Two months after launching the Tomorrow Rising fund to support Covid-19 emergency relief in April 2020, Schneider Electric’s Foundation moves forward to support recovery and resiliency through education and training programs.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Gina Grundmeier's Pay It Forward

Jul 1, 2020 5:05 PM ET

Life once gave Gina Grundmeier a proverbial lemon, but the Dexter, Minn., resident barely missed a beat before turning it into something sweet.

Innovation & Technology

Modern Applications Are Helping Organizations Succeed During Pandemic, VMware Research Reveals

Jul 1, 2020 5:00 PM ET

According to new research by VMware, Inc. (NYSE: VMW), organizations have benefitted from the use of modern applications to adapt and maintain agility and reliability during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Make a Difference & Support Veterans: Recycle Your Razors and Packaging for a Chance to Win a Playground* for a Military Medical Center

Jul 1, 2020 4:55 PM ET

TerraCycle® has announced a national recycling initiative with Gillette, CVS Pharmacy® and Fisher House Foundation that calls upon CVS Pharmacy customers to recycle disposable razors to help win a playground* for a military medical center.