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Corporate Responsibility

Business Continuity and Protecting the BoP during COVID-19

During this time some of Business Call to Action (BCtA) members have adapted their businesses while others are looking at what will happen post-COVID and how to best continue engaging low-income populations in their value chain.

Philanthropy

Gro More Good Webinar Provides How-To Gardening Advice for Educators, Families

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation, National Head Start Association and KidsGardening are working to connect more children to the life-enhancing benefits of gardening, improving children’s access to healthy food and increasing time spent outdoors

Corporate Responsibility

Puyallup Food Bank Moves to New Larger Location Thanks to Safeway

The Puyallup Food Bank will be able to stay at the new temporary location, a former Safeway... rent-free for 6 months.

Environment

Ecocentricity Blog: Animal Algebra

This is the third year that the Ray C. Anderson Foundation has calculated its carbon footprint and purchased corresponding offsets to be carbon neutral. They're proud of it, and would encourage any readers out there to consider doing the same.

Energy & Infrastructure

SCS Global Services Is Now an Approved Verification Body for the California Low Carbon Fuels Standard

SCS Global Services (SCS), a leading global third-party verifier of environmental claims, is now approved by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as a verification body for the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS).

Environment

Dear Climate: You Don't Scare Us!

Based on our track record, humans seem unwilling or unable to address climate change in a meaningful way. Previously I explored how both business and government have sabotaged progress but now it’s time to take a look in the mirror and ask: Does the problem lie with us?

Awards & Rankings

Land Betterment Corporation Recognized by Endeavor Louisville for Entrepreneurial Success

Land Betterment, an environmental solutions company fostering positive impact through upcycling former coal mining sites is proud to announce its spotlight for entrepreneurial success in the Endeavor Louisville’s Good News Newsletter.

Events

Bridgestone Americas Technical Center Hosts Seventh Annual Engineer for a Day Event

Bridgestone Americas Technical Center, a state-of-the-art hub for the development of innovative and advanced tire technologies, today hosts its seventh annual Engineer for a Day event in Akron, Ohio.

Health & Healthcare

The Science Behind Coronavirus Disinfection: Fact vs. Fiction as the U.S. Reopens for Business

In this 30-minute webinar, Tetra Tech’s emergency management experts focused on practical considerations when planning and conducting disinfection activities aimed at limiting the transmission of novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) in key environments. As this is an evolving response and recommendations may change over time, it is important to convey the right information.

Research & Reports

Vancity Returns $18.3 Million – 30 Per Cent of 2019 Net Income – to Members and Communities

Ever since Vancity was formed in 1946, it has used the tools of finance to do right by the world. More than 70 years later, Vancity’s 2019 annual report celebrates the credit union’s long-term authenticity as a financial co-operative.

Philanthropy

Whirlpool Corporation Ottawa Operations Donates Face Mask Extenders to Lima Hospital

Most healthcare workers are now wearing face masks during their entire shift, which puts pressure and increased friction on the backs of their ears.

Environment

Arbor Day Foundation Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary of the Evergreen Alliance

The Arbor Day Foundation's Evergreen Alliance drives innovation, discovery, and action in our work to plant trees, engage tree planters, and elevate awareness of the value of natural and community forests. They challenge us to be at our best, as together we strive for high-impact outcomes that change the world.

Research & Reports

Suzano Launches the First Annual Report of the New Company

Suzano is a Brazilian company committed to being a global reference in the sustainable use of natural resources. It is the world's leading producer of eucalyptus pulp and one of Latin America’s largest paper producers, the corporation, through its products, plays a part in the lives of over two billion people.

Health & Healthcare

A Day to Recognize and Honor the Vital Role of Nurses

In recognition of International Nurses Day, IBM wants to thank nurses for continuing to take on this enormous challenge and for, once again and always, doing the work that needs to get done.

Responsible Production & the Circular Economy

Food Saving Tips During COVID-19

It is now more important than ever to be mindful of how much food you need. Keeping food fresh and lasting longer is a common practice in the kitchen, and now many of us are trying to extend the shelf life even further.

Volunteering & Community

Why the Current Crisis Could Be a Defining Moment for Building a More Resilient and Sustainable Future

The current crisis is a defining moment for modern society. It is a stark reminder of our vulnerability and interdependence in face of global threats. Let’s consider it as a turning point towards building a more resilient and sustainable future.

Events

Taproot Foundation Connects Private and Nonprofit Sectors in First-Ever U.S. Pro Bono Summit Virtual Series

Leaders from across sectors will explore how the pro bono ecosystem can support the social good organizations and small businesses who will be a vital part in rebuilding our communities in the wake of our current crisis.

Health & Healthcare

A Longstanding Pandemic Response Team Helped Intel Act Swiftly in the Wake of COVID-19

Intel's Pandemic Response Team began as an informal group of executives who coordinated efforts to protect employees & customers while supporting health agencies in the fight against SARS, but it soon evolved into a standing team within the company.

Corporate Responsibility

Duke Energy Carolinas Proposes Accelerating Fuel Savings to North Carolina Customers

Duke Energy Carolinas has filed a plan to accelerate savings to North Carolina customers starting in September. As part of its COVID-19 response, the company is adding fuel savings from the first quarter of 2020 to its pending fuel filing to bring

Volunteering & Community

Colleagues Making a Difference: PCAPP 'Seamsters'

As the coronavirus pandemic continues, many of our colleagues have joined forces to make a difference in the community. Among those colleagues are a group of eighteen women coined the “PCAPP seamsters.”

Corporate Responsibility

At a Time of Loss, the CEO of JetBlue Showed His Humanity

One CEO who could teach his peers how to show compassion and empathy is JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes.

AI & Technology

STEYR Konzept Wins 2020 MUSE Design Award

STEYR, the premium short-liner agricultural brand of CNH Industrial N.V., has received the prestigious Platinum Award in the 2020 MUSE Design Awards Competition in the Concept Design category.

Philanthropy

MegaMex Foods Donating $100,000 in Cash and Products to COVID-19 Relief Efforts

Among the beneficiaries is World Central Kitchen in support of its community feeding programs. WCK is activating hundreds of restaurants and kitchens to feed vulnerable communities and brave medical professionals and support the restaurant industry.

Research & Reports

Demand From Investors for Investment Managers to Demonstrate Additional Value Beyond Traditional Risk & Return Considerations

We are experiencing a transition to an era where total social benefit is becoming an increasingly important metric for the perceived value of products and services.

Media & Communications

Titles Matter to Provide Context and Direction - for Corporate Leaders and the Providers of Capital

Shorthand terms do matter – the “titling” of certain developments can sum up trends we should be tuning in to.

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IWBI | WELL Building Standard

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Rethinking EHS Podcast

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PSEG People & Communities

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Collective Action

Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...

Community Impact

Advancing our communities worldwide through philanthropic investments, partnerships, and employee volunteerism.

IWBI | Environment, Social, Governance

IWBI | Environment, Social, Governance

IWBI | Environment, Social, Governance

IWBI | Environment, Social, Governance

Collaboration and Partnership

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Corporate Responsibility

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