ESG News from Leading Brands

Energy

General Motors and DTE Energy Partner on Solar Array

Oct 19, 2015 2:25 PM ET

General Motors is partnering with DTE Energy to build a new 800-kilowatt solar array at its Warren Transmission plant that will be GM’s largest solar installation in Michigan.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Don’t React to Change, Respond to It

Oct 19, 2015 1:00 PM ET

One of a CEO’s toughest but most crucial roles is overseeing change within an organization. It’s not just a matter of making the tough decisions that change requires, but about being able to see the change approaching. Whether it’s change a company has chosen, or one that’s forced upon it, the process can only be guided by a leader who can effectively balance the public and human sides that change brings.

Environment

Parkour and Ninja Athletes Team Up With Global Water Challenge and H2O for Life to Raise Awareness of Global Water Crisis Among Youth

Oct 19, 2015 12:50 PM ET

Around the world, 884 million people lack access to safe drinking water, and 2.6 billion have inadequate sanitation. Every 20 seconds, a child dies of preventable water-borne disease. These water-related challenges stunt international development and economic growth around the world. In response, Know Obstacles, Global Water Challenge and H2O for Life are teaming up to bring awareness of these challenges.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Arrow Electronics’ Value Recovery Business Named “Gold Leader” in Colorado Environmental Leadership Program

Oct 19, 2015 12:45 PM ET

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment today recognized Arrow Electronics, Inc.’s (NYSE: ARW) Value Recovery business for its environmental commitment by naming it a new “Gold Leader” in the state’s Environmental Leadership Program. Arrow was recognized, along with other Colorado-based organizations, at the 16th annual Environmental Leadership Awards held at the Wings over the Rockies Museum.

Environment

Bloomberg Commits to American Business Act on Climate Pledge

Oct 19, 2015 12:15 PM ET

Environment

Mars Supports the “American Business Act on Climate”

Oct 19, 2015 12:05 PM ET

Environment

Cox Enterprises Signs American Business Act on Climate Pledge

Oct 19, 2015 12:05 PM ET

Environment

National Grid Reduces Carbon Footprint in DNY– a Connect21 Video

Oct 19, 2015 12:00 PM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

Wesfarmers Releases 18th Sustainability Report

Oct 19, 2015 11:45 AM ET

Wesfarmers today released its online 2015 Sustainability Report, which discloses its performance against its ten community and environmental impact principles in the areas of people, sourcing, community, environment and governance.

Diversity & Inclusion

Mars Leaders Say: "Let’s Do Business - With Purpose”

Oct 19, 2015 11:30 AM ET

On both sides of the Atlantic last week, Mars leaders took to the stage to discuss the importance of running a business guided by strong principles. From a conference hall on the outskirts of London in the UK to a Washington, DC venue that attracted some of industry’s most powerful women, the message was clear: if you want to be successful, do business with purpose.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

FCA US “Women of Color” Gain Recognition at Annual STEM Event

Oct 19, 2015 11:15 AM ET

Health & Healthcare

Create Your Early Detection Plan Today with Help from BJ’s Wholesale Club

Oct 19, 2015 11:10 AM ET

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Barclays UK Pension Fund Commits to Responsible Investment

Oct 19, 2015 10:15 AM ET

Responsible Production & Consumption

Trim Tab Magazine | Can Manufacturing Save the World?

Oct 19, 2015 10:00 AM ET

By reimagining the way products are built and designed, we have the power to counter negative environmental and social impact at a massive scale.

Education

Samsung Solves for Tomorrow with Annual $2 Million STEM Education Contest

Oct 19, 2015 10:00 AM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

Working at MetLife

Oct 19, 2015 9:30 AM ET

At MetLife, we seek to create a working environment that engages our employees, helps them develop their skills and talents and values each person for the unique insights and experience they bring to our global team.

Energy

Microgrids Are Making Good Sense to Many Communities

Oct 19, 2015 9:00 AM ET

Our energy system is undergoing a massive amount of change. Whether it’s converting coal plants to natural gas, incorporating intermittent renewable sources like solar and wind farms, or dealing with demand management or distributed generation from residential rooftop solar; our traditional grid and its operators are experiencing a great deal of stress.

Energy

Honda’s California Campus Is Charged Up About EVs

Oct 19, 2015 9:00 AM ET

Responsible Production & Consumption

UN and Mars, Incorporated Sign New Food Safety Agreement: “Collaboration is Key”

Oct 19, 2015 8:45 AM ET

Education

21st Century Fox Presents Grant to Music Program at Orlando Elementary School

Oct 19, 2015 8:00 AM ET

On October 12, representatives from 21st Century Fox and the Give a Note Foundation presented a grant to Castle Creek Elementary School in Orlando, Florida, as part of the 21st Century Fox Give a Note Grants initiative. The grant will support the music education program at the school, which has struggled for years to find adequate funding. 21st Century Fox and the Give a Note Foundation announced the grant program in March to commemorate the end of FOX's groundbreaking musical television series Glee, which sparked renewed interest and participation in school music programs during its six-season run. The grants will support 16 under-funded music programs at schools across the United States.

Responsible Production & Consumption

How Nespresso gambled on reviving coffee in South Sudan

Oct 18, 2015 11:00 AM ET

Nespresso has launched the first coffee to be exported from the new country of South Sudan. Here, local coffee farmers on the ground.

Environment

Trim Tab Magazine | The Craftsman's New Toolbox

Oct 16, 2015 9:00 PM ET

What can designers and manufacturers do to merge social justice, environmental stewardship, and effective design?

Social Impact & Volunteering

From Boomers to Millennials: How to Design an Employee Giving Program that Engages All of Your People

Oct 16, 2015 4:30 PM ET

Gone are the days of the top-down fundraising program using the same old tactics and tools. As participation in conventional company-led giving efforts declines, Benevity is aiming to help companies improve their giving programs with five practices that drive measurable engagement. When applied the right way, you may just find yourself transforming a stagnant program into a pillar of your employee engagement strategy.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Samsung Employees Donate 16,800 Hours Back to Local Communities Across the Country

Oct 16, 2015 4:25 PM ET

Environment

Swimming with Salmon

Oct 16, 2015 3:40 PM ET

A marine biologist, career fish conservationist and avid swimmer, Mark Powell may as well have been born with fins.

They would have come in handy on his latest adventure. The Puget Sound program director of the Washington Environmental Council recently completed a 55-mile swim of the Green-Duwamish River.