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Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Cox Enterprises Joins Time to Vote

Cox Enterprises has joined, with more than 700 companies, Time to Vote, a business-led, nonpartisan coalition that aims to increase voter participation in the U.S. elections.

Health & Healthcare

Spotlight on Maddy Matta: Stanley Healthcare Employee by Day, ICU Nurse by Night

When the COVID-19 pandemic reached Australia, Maddy saw an opportunity to support those who were suffering around him.

Environment

Brightening Our Corner Newsletter - August 2020

Ray Anderson always said "Brighten the corner where you are." In these crazy times, his foundation still has many positive stories to share.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Contribute to the Evolution of the GRI Standards

The consultation on revisions to the Universal Standards, the reporting that is at the foundation of all sustainability reporting through GRI, is open for 10 more days.

Energy

Paul Skurdahl Joins Black & Veatch as Senior Vice President and Director of Solar Energy

Renewable energy is growing as the electric industry looks to increase reliability and resilience while lowering its carbon footprint. Building on its renewables expertise, Black & Veatch names Paul Skurdahl head of its solar energy business.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Common Impact Releases Insights on Pandemic's Impact on Nonprofits, Grows Leadership Team to Meet Those Needs

According to a new report from Common Impact, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on nonprofit organizations is staggering and the skills and expertise of corporate employees are a critical part of restoring and sustaining the sector.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

T. Rowe Price Helps Nonprofits Navigate Challenging Times With Capacity Building Program

Earlier this year, as challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic mounted, T. Rowe Price immediately looked at ways we could help communities stay strong—in Baltimore and around the world.

Research, Reports & Publications

Baker Hughes Reports Progress Toward Energy Transition and Net Zero Carbon Emissions

Baker Hughes (NYSE: BKR) announced today the release of its 2019 Report on Corporate Responsibility. The report highlights performance data for the full year 2019 in the areas of planet, people, and principles, and includes Baker Hughes’ contributions to the energy transition to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Research, Reports & Publications

Kinross Releases 2019 Sustainability Report

Kinross Gold Corporation is pleased to present its 2019 Sustainability Report, detailing the Company’s progress over the past two years in delivering on its commitment to responsible mining.

Social Impact & Volunteering

CNH Industrial South Africa Delivers Fresh and Healthy Meals Daily to a Local Children's Home

CNH Industrial South Africa is donating fresh and healthy meals from its canteen provider on a daily basis to the Bathabeleng Children’s Home in Tembisa, South Africa

Health & Healthcare

21 Tips to Keep Your Kids Healthy, Active and Entertained

Kids have a lot of energy, and sometimes it can be hard for parents to come up with original ideas on how to make the most out of it when children are at home.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

FedEx and Direct Relief Team Up to Deliver Aid to Lebanon

More than 60 tons of critical aid will offer needed relief to medical personnel in Beirut, Lebanon. FedEx Corp. transported the emergency supplies via a dedicated charter flight to help health facilities responding after a deadly explosion ripped through the city earlier this month, putting significant strain on the medical system.

Health & Healthcare

Sewing Mohawk's Support for Medical Workers

As the COVID-19 crisis continues to unfold, people and organizations everywhere are looking for ways to help however they can. As a manufacturer of carpets and rugs, Mohawk realized that we could put industrial sewing equipment to work to produce vitally needed medical gowns for healthcare providers.

Green Infrastructure

The Ray Proves Fertile Ground for Ecological Innovation on I-85 in Georgia

UGA Researcher, Matthew Quirey is examining the various ways that The Ray's Landscape Lab on Interstate 85 is utilizing experimental planting designs in the right-of-way, producing not only environmental benefits, but also potential financial outcomes.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PNC Commits $10M To Support Small Businesses In Pittsburgh

Underserved Pittsburgh neighborhoods & struggling small business owners will benefit from 3 programs significantly supported through a $10 million program-related investment announced today by PNC Community Development Banking & the PNC Foundation.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Leading in a New Environment: Adapting to a Quarantined Workplace with Technology at the Forefront

With remote work serving as the norm until further notice, business leaders won’t be able to lead in the ways they’re accustomed to. Hiring and retaining an engaged remote workforce will require a shift in leadership strategy.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Vistra and CompUDopt Partner to Provide Technology Access to Chicago Students

With just a few weeks until the start of the new school year, 1,000 students from Chicago’s 10th Ward have been given computers from Vistra's retail electricity brand, Dynegy, and Comp-U-Dopt. On Aug. 21, pre-selected families received laptops...

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

T‑Mobile Responds to 2020 California Wildfires

As wildfires unfold across Northern California, we are keeping a close eye on any network impacts and our teams are ready to respond. Our thoughts are with impacted communities.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Meet Sensegrass: India Impact Grand Prize Winner for the Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge 2020

Now that the Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge 2020 winners have been officially announced, you’ll want to learn more about each winning team and the story behind each innovation. In its fourth year, this online competition awards...

Diversity & Inclusion

NRG Women Making History

Continuously improving our business, these women solidify the importance of placing inclusion and diversity at the center of who we are and what we do.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

VMware Global Response to COVID-19

Ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees, customers and partners is always our top priority.
VMware is actively monitoring the ongoing developments of the COVID-19 outbreak and taking precautions to address the safety...

Education

Violet Takes Flight

Our ORD Polaris Lounge recently hosted a virtual book launch for Violet Takes Flight, by author Kenyatta Scott and aviation educator Tammera L. Holmes. The story follows Violet on her first plane ride where she meets the pilot, a Black female role model who looks just like her.

Education

MilliporeSigma's Partners Bring Science Lessons to Elementary Students in St. Louis

Virtual learning hasn’t stopped our partners, KIPP Wonder Academy and STEMpact, from engaging the next generation of scientists. Learn how they’re providing weekly science lessons to tens of thousands of elementary students in the St. Louis region through "Teaching in Room 9, Science”:

Education

Certified Training for the Sustainability Profession

Individuals working in sustainability reporting and sustainable development roles have more opportunities for professional development, as GRI’s learning options are increasingly made available virtually.

Sustainable Development Goals

Social Media for Social Good: Raising Awareness of Jordan's Water Crisis

Hanan Ahyad is a resident of Amman, Jordan’s capital and largest city. She is a domestic customer of the local water utility company, Miyahuna, and has always been aware of her country’s limited water resources.

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