Corporate Responsibility

Leaders of more than 170 countries recently signed the Paris Agreement, marking a moment for businesses to reflect on the opportunities and risks that it presents to them, and to renew their commitment to climate action. Here's what businesses need to do.

As part of 21st Century Fox's Earth Day celebrations, Fox colleagues in LA were treated to a special presentation by Ford Cochran, renowned geologist, journalist, educator and director of programming at National Geographic Expeditions. Cochran, who has dedicated his career to the exploration and protection of parks, took attendees on a visual journey through some of the United States' most iconic national parks, accompanied by the stunning photography for which National Geographic is known. National Geographic is currently running its Power of Parks campaign, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service.

If CSR is so important to attracting millennials why is it that young companies known for innovation don't have strong (if any) programs?

We are kicking off our 5th annual BNY Mellon “Eco Days” program, which encourages our more than 300 Sustainability Ambassadors in 20 locations around the world to organize Earth-minded events. Running from Earth Day on April 22nd to World Environment Day on June 5th, Eco Days is intended to promote sustainability practices through nearly 30 events for BNY Mellon employees.

Diversity and inclusion – in all its dimensions – is a business imperative that sparks innovation, fuels transformation and drives sustainable financial and economic performance. Gender equality was in the spotlight at the recent United Nations (UN) Commission on the Status of Women 60th Session side event, “Gender, Justice and Sustainable Development.” I joined representatives from UN member states, the private sector and civil society to discuss the interrelationship between gender and justice in achieving the ambitious 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

A California packing company engaged Antea Group to ensure fulfillment of its facility’s environmental responsibilities. The client had existing coverage under the California Industrial General Permit 2014-0057-DWQ (IGP) and sought guidance from technical experts and trusted advisors on how to effectively abide by all applicable storm water regulations and permit requirements.

How sustainable highways can help address climate change

Capital chases only risk-adjusted returns, with no interest in the impact of the resulting investments on driving sufficient economic growth.

Remember when I said that tossing out a single strawberry wastes about a half-gallon of water?