Reflections on Laudato Si - Continued

Tue, 01/26/2016 - 10:30

It’s why building the circular economy is so important. When you design for disassembly, eliminate the concept of waste and optimize the utility of our limited raw materials, as nature so beautifully does, you offer hope of a future where the needs of all people can be met without threatening the biosphere. You offer a chance for growth without squeezing the planet dry.

Four Steps to Elevate Your Sustainability Storytelling

Sat, 01/30/2016 - 09:35

When it comes to corporate transparency, times are changing. Gone are the days when a company could be considered a leader simply by publishing an annual report. Today’s stakeholders want to truly engage with your company’s story, especially when it comes to sustainability – and they want to do it on their own terms, with clickable, personalized information.

Cruise Lines Adopt Environmentally Friendly Practices

Tue, 01/26/2016 - 16:00

The cruise industry produces nearly one billion tons of sewage every year, apart from consuming several million tons of fuel.

eZOO: The Animal Friendly Vision of Animals

Wed, 01/27/2016 - 08:00

The use of animals in entertainment is going out of fashion for ethical reasons and ​its ​decreasing popularity.

KeyBank Offers Free Tax Return Prep in Nine Metro Areas on February 6

Wed, 01/27/2016 - 08:30

On February 6, 2016, KeyBank will partner with nonprofit organizations in nine metropolitan areas across the United States to host its eleventh annual Super Refund Saturday—a one-day event during which KeyBank employees provide free, individual federal income tax preparation sessions to local low- and moderate-income wage earners, helping them determine their eligibility and apply for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).

Atlas Copco Puts World’s Largest Primary Silver Producer On Track to Achieve Ambitious Mining Goals

Mon, 01/04/2016 - 14:15

Carnival Corporation to Host The Nature Conservancy’s Mapping Ocean Wealth Annual Meeting

Mon, 01/25/2016 - 11:30

Carnival Corporation & plc, the world's largest travel and leisure company, will welcome representatives from leading conservation, science and sustainability organizations Jan. 26-27 to its Miami headquarters for The Nature Conservancy’s Mapping Ocean Wealth annual forum. Carnival Corporation, in partnership with the Carnival Foundation, awarded a $2.5 million gift over five years in 2014 to support The Nature Conservancy’s work on Mapping Ocean Wealth and global marine protection priorities, and hosting this week’s summit at the company’s headquarters underscores its commitment to a healthy and sustainable environment.

H&M Among the Most Sustainable Companies According to the Global 100 Index

Tue, 01/26/2016 - 10:00

Recently the 2016 iteration of the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World (Global 100) index was released during the World Economic Forum in Davos. H&M is included in the list for the sixth consecutive year and ranked number 20 overall.

Novartis Releases 2015 Corporate Responsibility Performance Report

Thu, 01/28/2016 - 02:00

Novartis 2015 CR highlights: Launched Novartis Access, a portfolio of 15 medicines to treat the main noncommunicable diseases in lower-income countries at a cost of USD 1 per treatment per month; Provided medicine to 66 million patients through access programs; Reached 7.6 million people through social business initiatives in India, Kenya, Vietnam and Indonesia.


•Launched a new Group-wide program to ensure our ethical standards are firmly embedded in our business practices

New Initiative to Tackle Global Food Loss and Waste Launched in Davos

Tue, 01/26/2016 - 08:00

Food waste and loss is a big deal. About one third of global food production (around 30 to 40 percent) is wasted or lost every year, according to the UN Food and and Agriculture Organization.