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Research, Reports & Publications

Las Vegas Sands ECO360 Report | Driven by an Idea, Made Possible Through Dedication

Environment

Subaru NPCA National Parks Waste Challenge | Five Simple Things

Subaru and the NPCA share five simple things we can all do to help the National Parks reach their historic goal of becoming zero landfill. Join the conversation and share how you #DontFeedTheLandfills.

Environment

On World Elephant Day, a Victory for Wildlife

Elephant populations across the globe are threatened due to habit loss and poaching, but on World Elephant Day, celebrated last week on August 12, the beleaguered giants​ and other animals​ have something to celebrate as leading e-commerce and social media companies came together to take action on the sale of illegal wildlife products all over the world.

Health & Healthcare

What We’re Made Of: Our Progress on Using Simple Ingredients, Transparency and Responsible Sourcing

At Hershey, we take pride in listening to our consumers to better understand what they expect from our company and our products. People all over the world are progressively becoming more interested in the ingredients and sourcing of their foods. That’s why we made a commitment in February 2015 to transition products across our portfolio to simple ingredients and continue our work with transparency - sharing information about what’s in our products and strengthening our responsible sourcing programs.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Recognizing NetSuite's Super SuiteImpact Volunteers

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

America's Charities and Center for Disaster Philanthropy Launch New Disaster Recovery Fund Supporting Lousiana

Louisiana is in a state of emergency. A donation to the new America’s Charities Disaster Recovery Fund – Louisiana Floods, developed in partnership with the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP), helps make a difference today, tomorrow and beyond – long after the cameras have left and the nation has moved on.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

JPMorgan Chase to Donate $200,000 to Aid Louisiana Flood Relief Efforts

Innovation & Technology

The Next Generation Is Ready To Lead. Here’s How To Empower Them

I hear people say this all the time: Today’s youth are lazy, entitled and self-absorbed. My response — my emphatic response — is they’re wrong. I’ve met remarkable young people in my life and work, and I’m inspired by them. Throughout history, young people have led social change, and today’s kids are no different — despite the negative labels often attached to them.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Movement Toward Sustainable Cotton Spearheaded by Global Brands and NGOs

Diversity & Inclusion

Betting That a Better-paid, ­Better-trained Workforce Will Keep More Customers Satisfied

No issue is more central to this year’s contentious U.S. presidential election than the anxiety of the average American worker about stagnating wages.

Innovation & Technology

Ideagen Global Challenge - Empowering Women & Girls

Ideagen Global Challenge - Empowering Women & Girls
On May 19, 2016, Ideagen launched the Ideagen Global Ideation Challenge with the vital premise centered on health, education, and the empowerment of women and girls. "We have been enthusiastic supporters of Ideagen from its inception", Dr Kiko Suarez, vice president of Lumina Foundation, said. "Using crowdsourcing platforms like InnoCentive allows our foundation to contribute to the success of our partners in an innovative way".

Education

‘Innovation Station’ Opens in the Chula Vista Public Library, Civic Center Branch

Tinkering in the basement has just taken on a whole new meaning at the Chula Vista Public Library. Inspired by the Qualcomm® Thinkabit Lab™, the Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) and the City of Chula Vista collaborated to open “Innovation Station” in the basement of the Library’s Civic Center branch, located at 365 F Street.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

CVS Health and the CVS Health Foundation Announce $100K Donation In Support of Louisiana Flood Relief Efforts

CVS Health and the CVS Health Foundation today announced a $100,000 donation in cash and in-kind support to organizations providing relief efforts to flood victims in central Louisiana, including the Salvation Army USA Southern Territory and the American Red Cross.

Events, Media & Communications

The Sustainable High Growth Revolution - A Presentation by Michael Molitor

Michael Molitor, Senior Fellow for the Ray C. Anderson Foundation will deliver a presentation on 9/26 at Georgia Tech, entitled, "The Sustainable High Growth Revolution."

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Transforming Business: A Play in Four Acts

Imagine a play in four acts: the first one describes a revolution underway in the business world; in the second act religion leaves the public square, paving the way for the ascent of money; the third one showcases social movements, long ignored or forgotten; the fourth sounds like a dream, awaiting full germination and yet to take deeper root.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Here’s the Business Case for the BSR Conference 2016

The BSR Conference is one of the most important global gatherings dedicated to sustainable business, and it creates business value starting the very next day. Here is the business case for why you should attend.

Events, Media & Communications

Biomimicry Pitch Event and Technology Showcase

Fun, festive, biomimicry-themed pitch session for the $100,000 Ray of Hope Prize.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Supporting Wendy’s Franchisee Tour De Adoption One Text at a Time

Dave Thomas once said, “There’s no one to stop you but yourself.” And with that quote in mind we salute Ed Anderson, a Wendy’s franchisee from Newport News, Virginia who recently kicked off his Tour de Adoption.

Education

Univision Contigo Kicks-Off Back-to-School Season with Expanded Education Initiative

For the sixth year, Univision Communications Inc. (UCI), the leading media company serving Hispanic America, today kicks-off back-to-school season with an expanded multi-platform education campaign entitled, “Regresa a Clases con Univision” (Back to School with Univision).

Social Impact & Volunteering

Meet The Friendly Community Center - 2016 Pocono Mountains Community Fundraiser Winner

Since its inception in 2004, the Pocono Mountains Community Fundraiser has grown to be the largest single fundraiser event in Monroe County, giving back more than $2 million to the community. More than 480 community enthusiasts attended this year’s event, titled “Keeping It Close to Home.” Event founder, Diamond Sponsor and host Sanofi Pasteur once again covered all event costs. As a result, 100 percent of ticket sales and sponsorships directly benefitted the non-profit recipients.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Fifth Third's Commitment to Small Businesses
    Fifth Third believes that small businesses form the foundation of our communities – and when they succeed, we all succeed. Supporting them through...
  2. Social Progress
    Social engagement has always been an integral part of our sense of responsibility as a company. We care and we act to do our part to improve the...
  3. Collective Action
    Cascale shares updates on its efforts and initiatives geared toward activating its ecosystem to develop and scale solutions that drive collective...
  4. AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism
    AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...
  5. Digital Safety
    We provide tools and guidance so people can manage digital content in a way that’s right for them and their families. Learn more >>
  6. Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 5
    Welcome to Season 5 of Healthy Spaces by Trane Technologies, the podcast where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation...
  7. Nutrition and Health
    Focus on preventing and treating malnutrition across life stages. Highlights include early detection, community-based treatment (e.g., MUAC screening...
  8. Health and Safety by Antea Group
    Antea Group's health and safety consultants understand what it takes to help make a positive impact on safety culture. Read blogs, insights, and more...
  9. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
    The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.
  10. Aflac Stories
    Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.
  11. Sustainable Operations
    ops-related sustainability content (e.g., new electric equipment, decarb efforts, etc.)
  12. Retail Logistics
    DP World provides end-to-end retail logistics solutions including comprehensive Purchase Order management from origin consolidation to retailer PO...
  13. AEG Celebrates Inclusion
    At AEG, we embrace inclusion and strive to create a workplace where our employees feel welcomed, valued and respected for the viewpoints, ideas...
  14. KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service
    KeyBank Foundation helps build thriving communities by supporting organizations and programs that foster thriving students and a thriving workforce...
  15. Accelerating access to healthcare technology
    We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...