Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Environment

How Unchecked Climate Change Will Impact the US Economy

Jul 19, 2017 9:30 AM ET

The biggest obstacle standing in the way of prioritized, coordinated, effective action against cataclysmic climate instability over the coming years and decades is the US Republican party. These individuals and their ideological followers stand in defiance of reason, science and a global consensus on the need for urgent action in the name of protecting the fortunes of their patrons.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Delacon and Cargill Announce Strategic Equity Investment

Jul 19, 2017 9:20 AM ET

Delacon, the pioneer and global leader in phytogenic feed additives, and Cargill have agreed to a strategic partnership that will advance the market presence of natural, plant-based feed additives on a global scale, and meet changing consumer preferences of what animals are fed and how food is produced. The deal includes a minority equity investment from Cargill.

Research, Reports & Publications

AkzoNobel's New Business Models Driving Fresh Approaches to Sustainability

Jul 19, 2017 9:15 AM ET

For example, being sustainable today goes far beyond simply generating more sustainable product solutions. Truly innovative companies are embracing ever-evolving business models that offer a clear link to longer term economic success.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Free eBook | Your Guide to Increasing Global Employee Engagement

Jul 19, 2017 9:00 AM ET

Download a free eBook, Your Guide to Increasing Global Employee Engagement, to learn how you can design a successful worldwide corporate giving and volunteering program.

Sustainable Development Goals

MetLife 2016 Global Impact Highlights

Jul 19, 2017 9:00 AM ET

In 2015, MetLife set goals that relate to interactions with employees, customers, suppliers, communities and the environment. This is our first report on progress toward these goals. We plan to report on progress every year, as we strive to make a global impact.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Australian Heard Island and McDonald Islands Toothfish Continues to Meet Global Sustainability Standard

Jul 19, 2017 9:00 AM ET

Today, the Heard Island and McDonald Islands (HIMI) toothfish fishery received recertification to the Marine Stewardship Council’s (MSC) standard for sustainable fishing. Originally certified in 2012, the fishery was reassessed by third-party auditor SCS Global Services. This recertification ensures that the fishery is sustainable and well managed.

Research, Reports & Publications

GRI & IIRC on the Role of the SDGs in Reporting

Jul 19, 2017 5:00 AM ET

Ethical Corporation has just published a new briefing that delves into the role of the SDGs in sustainability reporting & communications - you can access the report here.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

One ‘Can’ Make a Difference – KFC South Africa Celebrates Nelson Mandela Day

Jul 18, 2017 5:15 PM ET

KFC South Africa’s goal is to reach 670 cans and pack them for distribution in under 67 minutes—a tribute to Nelson Mandela’s 67 years of service when the holiday was established.

Sustainable Development Goals

A Letter from Sappi North America's CEO and President Mark Gardner

Jul 18, 2017 5:00 PM ET

CEO and President of Sappi North America discusses the company's performance against its 2016 sustainability goals.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Air Force Veteran Uses Her Own Brand of “Magic” to Serve Her Community as a Frontline Families AmeriCorps Member

Jul 18, 2017 4:35 PM ET

When it comes to serving her community, Angela Collins speaks about the “magic” – or individual talents – of each person involved. One’s “magic,” she explained, is his or her natural talent, an ordinary thing that he or she does better than most. Angela believes that each person’s skills are magic to everyone else. “So when you figure out what people’s magic is and you put it to use in the community, to build community, to create community, to bring people together, that’s where the magic happens,” Angela said.

Environment

California Governor Jerry Brown and Michael Bloomberg Launch “America’s Pledge”

Jul 18, 2017 4:15 PM ET

Today, California Governor Jerry Brown and Michael Bloomberg launched America’s Pledge on climate change, a new initiative to compile and quantify the actions of states, cities and businesses in the United States to drive down their greenhouse gas emissions consistent with the goals of the Paris Agreement.

Events, Media & Communications

Registration Opens for 2018 Institute for Corporate Social Responsibility

Jul 18, 2017 3:30 PM ET

Green Infrastructure

Here's What a Sustainable Highway Might Look Like

Jul 18, 2017 3:15 PM ET

One of the best places to see the future of sustainable transportation might be in the heart of Georgia.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Denver Donation Brings Benefits to Ghana Women’s Group

Jul 18, 2017 3:10 PM ET

At Newmont’s Ahafo mine in Ghana, the Women’s Consultative Committee (WCC) provides financial assistance to local female entrepreneurs through a revolving fund established to provide micro loans and credit to women with small-scale business ventures.

Research, Reports & Publications

ACI Sustainability Report: “Bold Collective Actions” Needed for Transformational Change

Jul 18, 2017 3:00 PM ET

American Cleaning Institute Report, “Foundations for Transformation,” Showcases Steps Industry is Taking to Tackle Most Critical Issues

Education

Marlin’s Educational Legacy Continues to Multiply, Even After Closure

Jul 18, 2017 2:00 PM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

TCR – A Paradigm Shift in Corporate Sustainability

Jul 18, 2017 1:30 PM ET

A paradigm shift is needed in business. Whole system thinking shows that two foundational business ideas are reductionistic, irrational and unintentionally destructive.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Duke Energy Sponsors Solar Installations in North Carolina Habitat Homes

Jul 18, 2017 1:15 PM ET

There have been more than 1,000 Habitat for Humanity homes built in Charlotte since 1983. Those with solar panels on the roof? Only a handful. But with North Carolina second in the nation for solar power – only behind California – that could be changing.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Final Days to Nominate Volunteers for Boston’s Cox Conserves Heroes Awards Program

Jul 18, 2017 1:00 PM ET

WFXT Boston 25, in partnership with The Trust for Public Land, is accepting nominations for Boston’s 2017 Cox Conserves Heroes program at CoxConservesHeroes.com through 5 p.m. EST on July 24.

Social Impact & Volunteering

A Holistic Approach to Pro Bono Service Learning

Jul 18, 2017 12:10 PM ET

Energy

Ecocentricity Blog: Buy Local, Except When You Shouldn’t

Jul 18, 2017 12:00 PM ET

Here’s the problem – raising the price of solar cells in America could have a significant chilling effect on demand for solar panels in this country. That’s bad for two reasons.

Diversity & Inclusion

What is Needed to Create a Supportive Work Environment?

Jul 18, 2017 11:45 AM ET

What should we do to make our company a better place to work? Bloomberg is known as being at the forefront in creating a positive work environment, and during his visit to Japan, we sat down for a conversation with the company’s chairman, Peter Grauer.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Voya Financial Announces Appointment of Jeff Machols to Local Junior Achievement Board

Jul 18, 2017 11:30 AM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Kohler Ethics Communications Earns Lotus Award

Jul 18, 2017 11:25 AM ET

Education

Giving Teen Parents the Opportunity to Become College Graduates and Professionals

Jul 18, 2017 11:10 AM ET

Generation Hope is giving teen parents the support that they need to become college graduates and professionals who will greatly impact the world that we live in.