When Dan Shacklett first agreed to help finish a fence on Angie Clark’s Kentucky farm, he thought he was lending a hand. He didn’t realize he was stepping into a future that would include thousands of feet of fencing, three horse-related businesses and, eventually, a wedding.
In 2014, a Sri Lankan delegate proposed dedicating a day for developing vocational skills for the world’s youth to the United Nations General Assembly. It was eventually passed and is celebrated annually on July 15.
Some businesses become part of the season itself. The smell of caramel on the boardwalk. The satisfying thwack of a pickleball paddle. A jar of honey that tastes exactly like the neighborhood it came from.
The Wells Fargo Innovation Incubator (IN2), a $56-million technology program funded by Wells Fargo and co-administered by the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR), announced the recipients of a pool of $750,000 in philanthropic funding
More than 200 fifth graders from the Columbia Heights School District stepped inside Medtronic Operational Headquarters for a hands-on Medtronic Spark experience that brought the world of health tech to life.
“This collaboration with Qualcomm allowed us to test Whispp where the technology ultimately needs to perform: in real conversations, on the devices people already use..."
Every morning in El Alto, Bolivia, Yoselin has dozens of financial considerations to think about before her first customer arrives. How much oil should she buy this week? Will rising food prices cut into her profits again?
When Hurricane Milton tore through Tampa, Florida, on October 9, 2024, Michelle watched as floodwaters destroyed everything in her home—including clothes, furniture, and bedding—and shattered her sense of security.
One year after celebrating the grand opening of Celebration Key on Grand Bahama Island, Carnival Corporation (NYSE: CCL), the world’s largest cruise company, has another reason to celebrate, today launching its surplus meal donation program in The Bahamas.
Elizabeth Atlee, Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel, has been named one of the 50 Most Powerful Latinas in Corporate America by the Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA) in collaboration with Fortune magazine.
Values are only useful if they make a difference in the actions you take and decisions you make, argues Amanda Setili. Here are six ways to make sure your company lives its values.
Scotiabank has unveiled its second Downie Wenjack Legacy Space in Toronto, further signifying its commitment to promoting education and discussion around reconciliation.
We have created an innovative approach to sustainable biomass production, simultaneously mitigating climate change, enhancing food production, promoting soil conservation, and advancing economic, social and environmental well-being especially for smallholder farmers.
Sunny days energize Aflac ... literally! As part of Aflac’s Green Initiative, solar panels were installed at our Georgia headquarters, enabling more efficient and cleaner production of energy.
At Intel, diversity is more than the bottom line. We envision a future where the people who imagine and build technology mirror the people and societies for whom they build it.
When she’s not teaching at the University of Georgia or speaking at conferences and symposia around the world, Dr. Jenna Jambeck is likely to be found wearing green rubber boots and black gloves while digging through some trash.
Our residential and small business brands — NRG, Reliant, and Green Mountain Energy — provide electricity packaged in ways that meet the needs and lifestyles of our customers. Increasingly, these solutions are becoming sustainable solutions. Renewable energy plans are the most direct example, but we are also thinking more critically about more in-depth sustainability opportunities.
The Orbis Flying Eye Hospital is a mobile teaching hospital that travels the world providing vision-saving eye surgeries and training to local doctors.
As I said in my previous article, “Climate Change: Incrementalism is no Longer a Viable Option”, the pace of climate change is accelerating and small steps won’t be enough.
The United Kingdom has made the fastest transition to decarbonisation, while Europe has led the world in installed renewable energy capacity during the last decade – according to the World Economic Forum.
Today, in celebration of Global Tiger Day, eBay is raising awareness and support for actions that highlight the work that’s still needed to save tigers from extinction.
The Sappi Group Chief Executive’s Award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated and lived out Sappi’s values through exceptional efforts. Since 2013, we have recognized 21 colleagues across the globe for their contributions in line with Sappi’s core values. This year, there were many strong nominations that showed a commitment to our One Sappi drive and 2020Vision. Sappi North America’s award recipient, Heather Pelletier, was a clear choice.
US outdoor lifestyle brand Timberland has launched a new footwear collection which uses materials made from recycled plastic bottles and recycled rubber.
Vacations are important. They give us a chance to discover something new, spend time with those we hold dear and recharge our batteries. But what about if all of that could be accomplished while doing something for the greater good.
The Duke Energy Foundation is powering the vitality of Florida communities by awarding nearly $515,000 in grant funding to support community resiliency.
Smithfield Foods announced $30,000 in scholarship awards at the 2019 National Conservation Foundation Envirothon Competition, where high school students internationally competed to demonstrate their environmental knowledge and problem-solving skills.
Achieving a circular economy requires fundamentally rethinking the supply chain. MIT Supply Chain and UPS Longitudes share how academia, companies and government can facilitate this shift to advance sustainability and drive business value.
Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...
Cascale shares updates on its strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders geared toward shifting the industry into one that gives back more than...
Advanced security, fraud, and data protection, Keeping your accounts and information secure is a priority for us, and we know it’s a priority for you...
Cascale shares updates from its Board of Directors who serve as the principal governing body and are responsible for setting the strategic direction...
In the U.S. and around the world, Mary Kay remains steadfast in its commitment to ending the cycle of domestic violence and finding cures for cancers...
