Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Banking on a Circular Economy

Sep 30, 2019 10:05 AM ET

History has revealed again and again that living beyond our ecological means proves disastrous. The Mayans; the Norsemen; the people of Easter Island: the collapse of these civilizations is in large part attributed to their overexploitation of natural resources.

Environment

Appalachian Wood Alliance Pilots a Smallholder Access Program

Sep 30, 2019 10:00 AM ET

“Domtar’s commitment to growing responsible forest management with the small private woodland owners of the Southern and Central Appalachian region is impressive."

Diversity & Inclusion

7 Barriers to Girls’ Education Around the World

Sep 30, 2019 9:30 AM ET

Children living in poverty face many barriers to education, but the stakes are especially high for girls. Globally, there are 130 million girls who are notcurrently enrolled in school. Investing in their futures has the potential to uplift their families and the world.

Diversity & Inclusion

Chicago Artist Amanda Williams Drew on a Lifetime of Inspiration To Create Her Signature Color(Ed) Theory, but Her Activity Since Suggests She Has Much More to Say on the Ideas that Fueled its Creation

Sep 30, 2019 9:10 AM ET

For many, the infinite ways that these three elements intersect — from where we live to the items we purchase to how we interact with one another — either goes largely unnoticed or, if one does stop to consider the sum effects of such dynamics, seems almost too complex to take on. But these are exactly the sort of questions that Chicago artist Amanda Williams has been asking — and answering — her entire life.

Environment

NRG Commits to Reducing Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions 50% by 2025 and Achieving Net-Zero Emissions by 2050, from a 2014 Baseline

Sep 30, 2019 8:45 AM ET

NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NRG) announced the acceleration of its sector-leading science-based GHG emissions reduction goals to align with new Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) guidance, which calls for limiting global warming to a 1.5˚ Celsius increase. Under its new GHG emissions reduction timeline, NRG expects to reach its 50% reduction target five years early and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, surpassing its original goal of a 90% reduction. Achievement of the goals announced today would avoid approximately 1 billion tons of CO2 emissions by 2050.

Sustainable Development Goals

United Nations Global Compact Launches Network of Chief Financial Officers to Direct Funds Towards Sustainable Development Goals

Sep 27, 2019 9:30 PM ET

The United Nations Global Compact has launched the first network for Chief Financial Officers focused on advancing the Sustainable Development Goals through corporate strategy and investments.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

A Letter From Jennifer Miller

Sep 27, 2019 6:40 PM ET

Looking back on 2018, I am struck by the degree to which sustainability-driven values, ideas, and strategies were an integral part of Sappi North America’s business success.

Sustainable Development Goals

Timberland Partners with United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification and World Bank Group’s Connect4Climate in support of the Great Green Wall

Sep 27, 2019 5:55 PM ET

Timberland announces a partnership with the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) and World Bank Group’s Connect4Climate to support the Great Green Wall as a nature-based solution to fight the global climate crisis.

Research, Reports & Publications

What Difference Can a Multinational Make? With the Right Management Practices in Place, a Lot.

Sep 27, 2019 4:40 PM ET

The potential for multinational companies to tackle global issues such as poverty, climate change and gender inequality is immense.

Diversity & Inclusion

The 4th Annual Spirit Forward Summit Powered by Bacardi Breaks Down Barriers and Promotes Inclusivity

Sep 27, 2019 4:25 PM ET

As female leaders continue to break down barriers in the face of adversity, Bacardi is giving them a platform to share their voice.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Climate Finance Leadership Initiative and European Development Finance Institutions Partner to Drive Climate Finance in Emerging Markets

Sep 27, 2019 4:20 PM ET

The Climate Finance Leadership Initiative and the Association of European Development Finance Institutions announced a partnership that will advance the public-private collaboration vital to closing the climate finance gap in emerging markets.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

ON Semiconductor Recognized as Sustainability Champion With Award From Arizona Forward

Sep 27, 2019 4:10 PM ET

ON Semiconductor was awarded the Award of Distinction by Arizona Forward, an organization devoted to sustainability progress for Arizona, for their outstanding contributions towards sustainability.

Green Infrastructure

JetBlue Introduces the Largest Electric Ground Service Equipment (eGSE) Fleet at New York’s JFK International Airport, Cutting Four Million Pounds of Greenhouse Gas Emissions per Year

Sep 27, 2019 3:35 PM ET

JetBlue is constantly looking for more efficient technologies and sustainable fuel options. The new eGSE equipment will help reduce noise, improve energy efficiency and lessen JetBlue’s environmental footprint.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CBRE’s HS&E Division Senior Associate Crystal Lawson Named Among This Year’s Rising Stars of Safety

Sep 27, 2019 3:35 PM ET

CBRE's Crystal Lawson, a Health Safety & Environment (HS&E) Senior Associate with its Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) segment, has been selected as one of the Rising Stars of Safety by the National Safety Council (NSC).

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Smithfield Foods Receives Virginia Values Veterans Awards for Veteran Support and Hiring Initiatives

Sep 27, 2019 3:30 PM ET

The awards recognize Smithfield’s Operation 4000! hiring initiative — aimed at employing 4,000 veterans or 10% of the company’s U.S. workforce — and the company’s efforts to support veterans and military families in Virginia and across the country.

Sustainable Development Goals

Financial Literacy and Support - Aligning Community Impact With the Sustainable Development Goals

Sep 27, 2019 3:00 PM ET

Financial stability for individuals and families is a key factor underpinning achievement of many of the Sustainable Development Goals including SDGs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 10.

Events, Media & Communications

Global Issues Demand a Global Response: How Inclusive Businesses Are Innovating and Collaborating to Drive Social and Environmental Impact

Sep 27, 2019 2:10 PM ET

Overcoming global challenges such as poverty and climate change demand a collective effort – no longer can tackling these issues be considered just the domain of development actors.

Sustainable Development Goals

The Power of Sustainability Partnerships

Sep 27, 2019 1:35 PM ET

The development of renewable energy is one of the most important goals of sustainability partnerships. In fact, it has prompted a global corporate leadership initiative called RE100.

Diversity & Inclusion

Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month at FedEx

Sep 27, 2019 1:05 PM ET

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we asked several of our team members to share how they stay connected with their heritage and why they feel diversity & inclusion is important for FedEx.

Events, Media & Communications

[Webinar] “Owning” Your Most Significant Personal Information

Sep 27, 2019 1:05 PM ET

Start October strong with Symantec and NCSAM partners, the National PTA, Connect Safety and the National Cyber Security Alliance, to learn how to protect the devices you use day to day.

Innovation & Technology

How Technology Is Helping to Building a Fairer and More Efficient Fishery Supply Chain in Peru

Sep 27, 2019 1:00 PM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

Process Improvements Lead to a Safer Workplace

Sep 27, 2019 12:00 PM ET

Caterpillar employees at the Seguin, Texas, facility found a solution for unloading and packing finished engines onto shipping pallets – a process that previously presented safety and ergonomic issues.

Environment

HP Inc. Launches World’s First PC With Ocean‐Bound Plastics

Sep 27, 2019 12:00 PM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Aligning Employee Purpose With Career Position

Sep 27, 2019 11:45 AM ET

Creating a sustainable workforce can seem daunting, but Blackbaud breaks it down into 4 phases that will keep your employees feeling fulfilled and motivated.

Green Infrastructure

Millennium Challenge Corporation, Bechtel and Côte d’Ivoire Government Launch New Strategic Collaboration

Sep 27, 2019 11:40 AM ET

“The Government of Côte d’Ivoire is looking forward to working with MCC and Bechtel as part of our continued efforts to promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth and stability,” said Minister Patrick Achi.