Research, Reports & Publications

eBook | Stand or Sit: Changing Roles of Companies & CR Directors in Politically Divisive Times

Learn how to approach potentially divisive issues, when to weigh in and why remaining neutral is not always the best option.

Sustainable Development Goals

New Guidance for Companies to Report Their Impact on the Sustainable Development Goals

The Global Reporting Initiative and the UN Global Compact released today a “Practical Guide” to enable companies to better measure and report on their impact on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The new publication helps companies of all sizes to prioritize SDG targets to act and report on, set related business objectives, and measure and report on progress.

Research, Reports & Publications

Caesars Entertainment Launches 9th Annual CSR Report

Caesars Entertainment Corporation (NASDAQ:CZR), the world’s most diversified gaming and entertainment company, today announced the launch of its 9th annual corporate social responsibility (CSR) report, PEOPLE PLANET PLAY, which details sustained progress against the company’s CSR goals in 2017 and the early half of 2018, and its continued commitment to its employees, suppliers and communities.

Research, Reports & Publications

Freeport-McMoRan Publishes 2017 Working Toward Sustainable Development Report “Powered by Copper”

Freeport-McMoRan’s 2017 Working Toward Sustainable Development Report now is available online.

Titled "Powered by Copper," the report provides information on the company's sustainability programs – including approach, focus areas and performance targets – and highlights the company's progress made on key issues affecting the company and stakeholders.

Research, Reports & Publications

To Be Successful, New Study Says Business Should Lead With This

Eighty-five percent of Americans say they would likely support a purpose-driven company in their community, while more than two-thirds (68%) say they would want to work for that company.This and other insightful data was just published in the 2018 Cone/Porter Novelli Purpose Study from public relations agency Porter Novelli who recently announced the launch of its global Purpose Practice, specializing in purpose-driven brand strategy and communications.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Sappi Recognized for Investments at Cloquet, MN Mill and Surrounding Community

In September 2017, Sappi North America received an award from the governor’s offi ce under the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) in recognition of its investment and innovative technologies at the Cloquet Mill.

Sustainable Development Goals

Coca-Cola & PGGM: Reporting on the SDGs

Businesses are increasingly asked to demonstrate the long-term value of the business and show their progress on SDG targets.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Launching Investing in Society, a Sector-Wide Insights Collection

Companies issue an annual report every year but where can you find information about the corporate sector as a whole? Sure, indices can tell you lots about stock price, market cap, and EBITDA. In this modern age, expectations of companies go much further beyond financial performance. CECP is thrilled to launch Investing in Society, a digital collection that endeavors to focus on the most crucial insights of how the sector is faring beyond where the Dow closes.

Research, Reports & Publications

Insights Collection Delivers a Far-Reaching Assessment of Company Actions as They Respond to New Global Challenges

In an effort to provide a comprehensive view of the private sector’s activity in the Corporate Societal Engagement (CSE) space, CECP has released the second annual Investing in Society, this time launched exclusively online. Developed from CECP’s original research, thought leadership, findings from the 2017 Giving in Numbers Survey, hundreds of monthly discussions with more than 200 of the world’s largest companies, conversations with leading experts, and on-the-ground practitioners, Investing in Society is a 360-degree view of the corporate sector over the past year.

Research, Reports & Publications

Moody’s Details Its Progress Opening Doors to a Better Future

Moody’s Corporation’s newly released Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report details the company’s progress in delivering on its goal of empowering people around the world to create a better future for themselves, their communities and the environment. “Moody’s CSR strategy is focused on finding challenges that we can solve by creating paths to knowledge and opportunity,” said Raymond McDaniel, President and Chief Executive Officer of Moody’s. “I am proud that Moody’s employees have dedicated their time and expertise to addressing these challenges — from supporting small business owners to nurturing the environment — in ways that have changed the world around us for the better.”

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Collective Action

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Sustainability by Antea Group

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AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism

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Accelerating access to healthcare technology

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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...

KeyBank's Community Investment

In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...

Kingfisher Around the World

The SCS Kingfisher certification mark is showing up on an increasing number of products around the world. It differentiates companies that are making...

2025 Performance Report

Entergy’s 2025 performance report, “Energy for a better future” presents an overview of our company’s 2025 achievements, future plans and strategies...

Aflac Stories

Get a closer look at the people, products and stories that make Aflac the company we know today.

GoDaddy | Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

Diverse teams build better products — period. At GoDaddy, we make apps and services that our worldwide community of entrepreneurs can relate to. Our...