Research & Reports

Arcadis Publishes Sustainability Report 2015

Arcadis (Euronext: arcad), the leading global Design & Consultancy firm for natural and built assets, has published its first Sustainability Report. The report highlights a selection of the many projects through which Arcadis delivers on its passion to improve quality of life.

Corporate Responsibility

Half of Employees Won't Work for Companies That Don't Have Strong Corporate Responsibility Commitments, According to New Cone Research

Two-thirds of American employees feel their work and personal life are becoming increasingly blended and nearly all (93%) want to work for a company that cares about them as an individual, according to the 2016 Cone Communications Employee Engagement Study. The study reveals an increased expectation for companies to provide not only basic benefits but also ones that allow employees to bring their passions for social and environmental issues to the workplace.

Research & Reports

Ingersoll Rand EcoWise Products Feature Next Generation, Low-global Warming Potential Refrigerants

Marking a milestone in achieving its Climate Commitment, in 2015 Ingersoll Rand launched the EcoWise™ portfolio of products; the EcoWise endorsement is given to products with next-generation, low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants and high-efficiency operation.

Environment

Xylem Launches World’s First Wastewater Pumping System with Integrated Intelligence

Xylem, (NYSE: XYL), a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most complex water issues, has developed another breakthrough technology, launching the world’s first wastewater pumping system with integrated intelligence at the IFAT 2016 trade show (30 May-3 June).

Corporate Responsibility

These Leaders are Making a Difference with Sustainable Cities #SDG11

This week, Global Sourcing Council's 17 Weeks for 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) explores SDG 11 with examples of corporate action.

SDG 11 calls to “Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.” Its targets address housing, slums, transport and road safety, accessibility, sustainable urbanization, cultural and natural heritage, disasters, air quality and waste management, and green public spaces.

Inclusion & Opportunity

It’s ‘Moral Time’ to Close the Gender Pay Gap

The issue of pay and gender equality is high on the international news agenda.

Environment

TSCA Reform Pending Senate Approval

Potentially Toxic Substances May Soon be Subject to More Stringent Oversight and Review - TSCA Reform Pending Senate Approval

Awards & Rankings

GreenBiz 2016 "30 under 30" Recognizes Emerging Sustainable Business Leaders

GreenBiz announced the premiere list “30 under 30” today — young “individuals to watch” who are breaking new ground in the world of business and sustainability.

Corporate Responsibility

Bridging the Digital Divide in Papua New Guinea

Digicel Asia-Pacific, a digital communications leader in developing markets, joined the Business Call to Action (BCtA) with a commitment to make digital communications, solar power and data services more available in Papua New Guinea’s most remote areas.

Research & Reports

Sustainability Critical to Future Business Growth: IEMA Report

Leading companies increasingly recognize the importance of embedding sustainability into their business models. However, professionals seeking sustainability outcomes face certain barriers. Return-on-investment rules are a long-standing challenge, and overcoming them requires positive engagement with finance teams. Presenting a strong business case is another key challenge, requiring creative work across the organization and often with external stakeholders.

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