Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

New Holland Construction Supports 7th Urban Art Circuit in Belo Horizonte, Brazil

Sep 29, 2022 5:00 PM ET

This September, New Holland Construction, a CNH Industrial brand, is supporting the 7th edition of Urban Art Circuit (CURA) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

SAIC to Provide $1.5M to Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering

Sep 29, 2022 4:30 PM ET

Environment

Focusing on Ethical and Sustainable Food Systems at Clemson University

Sep 29, 2022 4:00 PM ET

Aramark took part in a series of events recently at Clemson University that brought together top researchers to focus on increasing healthy options, minimizing harm to the environment, and making ethical, local sourcing a top priority.

Research, Reports & Publications

Purpose 360: Purpose Under Pressure

Sep 29, 2022 4:00 PM ET

The pandemic has given us a lot to think about. Employees are rearranging their priorities to pursue greater meaning (and values-alignment) in their work, placing significant new demands on their employers.

Innovation & Technology

Takeaways from Climate Week To Design for a More Sustainable Future

Sep 29, 2022 3:00 PM ET

I’m more convinced than ever that we have a diminishing window of time to address the water and climate crisis, but it cannot happen without a new level of cooperation across stakeholders to push innovation. Kohler is up to the challenge!

Green Infrastructure

Climate Innovation Forum's Drive for Net Zero Action Not Ambition

Sep 29, 2022 2:45 PM ET

The sustainability lens was sharpened at the Climate Innovation Forum to focus wholly on the transition between technology, finance, regulation and government, as part of London Climate Action Week (LCAW).

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Worker Empowerment in Our Supply Chain

Sep 29, 2022 2:35 PM ET

To track, manage and reduce social and labor impacts across our supply chain, we joined the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) in FY2020.

Energy

Canada Has the Potential To Lead the Global Energy Transition

Sep 29, 2022 2:30 PM ET

Simply put, Canada’s bounty of natural gas—which is among the world’s cleanest—could be turned into liquified natural gas for export, which would go a long way towards displacing dirtier fuels such as coal.

Diversity & Inclusion

Hispanic Heritage Month Business Spotlight: Back of the Yards Coffee

Sep 29, 2022 2:25 PM ET

This Hispanic Heritage Month, FedEx celebrates Chicago-based Back of the Yards Coffee – a Latinx- and woman-owned coffee roaster founded in 2016 by Mayra Hernandez and Jesse Iniguez.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Walmart Committed to Fighting Hunger Year-Round Through Fight Hunger. Spark Change.

Sep 29, 2022 1:15 PM ET

To commemorate Hunger Action Month, we’re celebrating that we raised nearly $20 million this year to support Feeding America food banks through Walmart and Sam's Club Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign.

Environment

Podcast: Ericsson's Mats Scharp on Net Zero Strategy and Sustainability in ICT

Sep 29, 2022 12:55 PM ET

Mats Pellback Scharp, Global Head of Sustainability at Ericsson, discusses the holistic aspects involved in strategizing what the ICT industry and Ericsson are doing to achieve a net zero carbon footprint in this compelling podcast.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

HGA Minneapolis and Sacramento Achieve WELL Health-Safety Rating

Sep 29, 2022 12:30 PM ET

The WELL Health-Safety Rating is informed by the WELL Building Standard and includes guidelines for health, safety, and well-being of building occupants. 

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Tips for Managing a Multigenerational, Post-Pandemic Workforce

Sep 29, 2022 12:30 PM ET

Check out Alkermes’ Steve Schiavo, SVP of HR, in this BioSpace article discussing how to best support a multigenerational workforce

Energy

Europe Energy Crisis Varied Impacts Across Countries

Sep 29, 2022 12:15 PM ET

The global energy market has been in upheaval for years, and Europe is facing a crisis. Many governments are prioritizing the individual to safeguard people and families against the enormously rising price of energy impacting everyday living.

Health & Healthcare

Food Security Is the Missing Link in Managing Chronic Conditions

Sep 29, 2022 12:00 PM ET

Many Americans struggle with chronic conditions. The CDC estimates six in 10 US adults have a chronic disease, and four in 10 have two or more.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Observing National Preparedness Month With Operation Blessing and The Home Depot

Sep 29, 2022 12:00 PM ET

September is National Preparedness Month. Established by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Ready.gov, this is a time to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for emergencies that may happen at any time.

Energy

National Grid Renewables Pledges Over $1 Million Charitable Giving to Ohio Communities

Sep 29, 2022 12:00 PM ET

Today, National Grid Renewables announced its pledge to donate over $1 million to the Ohio communities of Ross and Pickaway Counties through its 274 megawatt

Responsible Production & Consumption

The Calavo Way: Waste and Water

Sep 29, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Calavo seeks to minimize pollution to land, water and air because we understand that responsibly managing our waste streams is important to our business and to the communities in which we operate.

Environment

Climate Talks - Episode 03: Waste Not

Sep 29, 2022 11:00 AM ET

What if everything you bought—from your phone to your clothes to your dining room table—was made to be infinitely repaired and remade? Circularity is the essence of nature: resources like water and energy are passed from one organism to the next.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Cummins Plant Wins State Honor for Environmental Excellence

Sep 29, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Global power leader Cummins Inc.'s Columbus Mid-Range Engine Plant has received a 2022 Indiana governor’s environmental excellence award for a project reducing volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions by eliminating the plant’s painting operation.

Events, Media & Communications

CGF Announces New Members for September 2022

Sep 29, 2022 11:00 AM ET

The Consumer Goods Forum is delighted to announce the following new companies have joined our global membership community and, in doing so, have confirmed their commitment to our vision of better lives through better business.

Research, Reports & Publications

New Ceres Report Analyzes Unaddressed Climate Risks in the Derivatives Market

Sep 29, 2022 10:55 AM ET

Ceres, today released a new first-of-its-kind report, Derivatives & Bank Climate Risk: Financing a Net Zero Economy, on the $600 trillion global derivatives market.

Sustainable Development Goals

Boeing Takes New Role To Help Cut Aviation Emissions Faster

Sep 29, 2022 10:55 AM ET

Boeing [NYSE: BA] will represent the aviation sector in a global alliance, jointly established by the US Government and World Economic Forum to accelerate clean technologies and reduce carbon emissions.

Diversity & Inclusion

How GoDaddy Inspires Its Employees To Be a Force of Good

Sep 29, 2022 10:30 AM ET

This year, GoDaddy is proud to announce the launch of You Empower, GoDaddy’s new 12-week rotational program supporting Empower by GoDaddy, the company’s signature social impact program that partners with nonprofits around the world to provide resources, tools and networks aimed at accelerating participating entrepreneurs’ business journeys, with an emphasis on entrepreneurs in underserved communities.

Innovation & Technology

Juno is an Innovative Recycling Technology

Sep 29, 2022 10:25 AM ET

Juno is a new innovative waste diversion and recycling process that captures recyclable material previously destined for landfill or incineration because of coatings or food contamination.