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Hess Corporation Shows Continued ESG Commitment and Progress in 2018 Sustainability Report

Research, Reports & Publications

Hess Corporation (NYSE: HES) published its 2018 Sustainability Report today, providing a comprehensive review of the company’s strategy and performance on environmental, social and governance programs and initiatives.

Ecolab Ahead of Pace to Save Enough Water for 1 Billion People

Research, Reports & Publications

Ecolab Inc., the global leader in water, hygiene and energy technologies, has released its 2018 corporate sustainability report, Accelerating Meaningful Change, which highlights its work with leading companies throughout the world to reduce environmental impact and drive cost savings. The 2018 publication is Ecolab’s 12th annual corporate sustainability report.

Cannes: Aflac Opens Up About Risks From Successful Purpose Shift

Events, Media & Communications

The smart toy robot (My Special Aflac Duck) has so far helped more than 4,300 children battle through cancer, by providing emotional support and helping kids open up and communicate through such a troubling period.

Duke Energy Passes Major Renewable Milestone: 1 Gigawatt of Owned Solar Energy Capacity

Energy

With the North Rosamond Solar Facility coming online last month in California, Duke Energy has passed the 1-gigawatt (GW) threshold of utility-scale owned and operated solar facilities nationwide. Throughout the decade, Duke Energy has been building a solar portfolio that now includes almost 70 sites in 10 states, with a total capacity of 1.1 GW. At peak output, that could serve energy to approximately 2 million homes.

Nestlé Waters Announces Partnership With Ocean Legacy Foundation

Environment

Plastic waste in the ocean poses a particular threat to many communities around the world and requires hands-on cleanup, education, infrastructure development and policies to stop further waste.

Antea Group Completes Acquisition of Tractebel-Engie Poland

Environment

Antea Group acquires the Polish subsidiary of Tractebel-Engie, the global engineering and consultancy firm.

CNH Industrial Wins the ‘Valor Inovação Brasil’ Award for the Second Consecutive Year

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

The Company’s long-standing commitment to investment in research and development, which has seen significant increases over the last five years, has positioned CNH Industrial amongst the ten most innovative in Brazil, according to the ‘Valor Inovação Brasil’ (Innovation Value Brazil) Award 2019.

These Students Came up With an Ingenious Way to Keep Buildings Cool

Environment

Taking a page from the termite construction manual,Team Phalanx from the Industrial Design program at California State University, Long Beach has developed an insulation that could revolutionize how homes and offices are cooled.

EarthShare Welcomes Brad Leibov as New CEO

Environment

EarthShare, a leading environmental philanthropy supporting America’s largest coalition of environmental and conservation nonprofits and a strategic partner to the private-sector in corporate philanthropy and engagement, announced today that Bradley Leibov will join as its new chief executive officer.

John Butler, International Water Development Expert

Environment

John Butler has more than 40 years of experience in water and natural resource management. He is a senior technical advisor in Tetra Tech’s international development practice, focusing on water supply, sanitation, and water infrastructure improvements in Africa.

Novartis Foundation to Focus Fully on How Digital, Data and AI Can Transform Global Health

Health & Healthcare

The Novartis Foundation is sharpening its focus to concentrate fully on reimagining how data, digital and AI can transform global health. This new mandate builds on 40 years of striving for sustainable impact on health in low-income populations, most recently by focusing on leprosy elimination and cardiovascular health, in addition to digital health.

CBRE Releases 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report

Research, Reports & Publications

CBRE Group, Inc. has released its 2018 Corporate Responsibility Report, which highlights the company’s accomplishments as an industry leader in responsible business practices.

Olympic Games Sarajevo’84: The Human Legacy That Has Stood the Test of Time

The Games continue to play a central role in the identity of the region, seen as a symbol of strength and a way to celebrate peace-building and inter-regional cooperation. Many sites are explicitly designated as “Olympic”, (Skenderija Olympic Hall; Bjelašnica, Olympic Mountain; or the Olympic Stadium).

PSEG Employees Raise Money for Veterans at Annual Tank Pull

Social Impact & Volunteering

In an amazing display of strength, PSEG employees participated in the tenth annual Tank Pull competition this past weekend, raising money for veterans.

Sustainability and Automation: Two Megatrends Reshaping the Commercial & Industrial Space

Research, Reports & Publications

While “going green” has been viewed as a reasonably sound business practice for years, since the January 1, 2016 release of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), it’s become clear that the focus on corporate sustainability has increased dramatically. Coincidentally, this shift is also underway as new levels of automation and information technology (IT) integration influence business capital spending.

VIDEO | Mohawk Commemorates July 4th and Honors Employees with Georgia’s Largest American Flag

Events, Media & Communications

Though Mohawk enjoys global brand recognition as the world’s largest flooring manufacturer, a rich 140-year history is rooted in America. Its carpet has always been made in the U.S. With facilities and manufacturing operations across the nation, Mohawk is more committed than ever to American-made manufacturing – and the communities and families it impacts daily.

Albertsons Companies Announces Enhancements to Its On-Line Grocery Delivery Websites and Mobile Applications That Will Benefit Shoppers With Visual Impairments

Diversity & Inclusion

Today’s announcement is the result of collaboration between Albertsons Cos. and several visually impaired customers of the company's family of grocery stores, including Safeway, in a process known as Structured Negotiation.

A Letter From Sappi North America's CEO and President Mark Gardner

2018 was an enormously important, transformational year for Sappi North America (SNA). We executed on several fronts to make our company sustainable for the long term. Through significant investments in our people and in our mills, and rigorous attention to our high standards for safety, operational efficiency and environmental stewardship, we are well on our way to becoming the thriving, diversified, growing business we set out to be just a few years ago. Let me share a few of my highlights and reflections for the future:

Tech Companies Lead the Way in Hiring People with Autism: What Can We Learn From Them?

Diversity & Inclusion

An estimated 500,000 teens on the autism spectrum will age out of school-based services and enter the U.S. job market over the next decade, reports the nonprofit Autism Speaks.

Pride and Presence: Viacom Continues NYC Pride March Tradition

Diversity & Inclusion

Tens of thousands of people gathered in downtown New York City for the largest LGBTQ celebration in the world. Viacom was among them again this year, with more than 100 company-affiliated revelers who marched alongside a pair of TV Land and Comedy Central-branded floats.

STEM-focused Kindergarten Sponsored by Lockheed Martin Opens in Jerusalem

Education

U.S. defense and aerospace company Lockheed Martin has opened a kindergarten in Jerusalem which aims to "inspire young Israeli students to take an active interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics," according to a Lockheed Martin press release.

Assessing the Value of Rebates and Incentives for Your Sustainability Plan

Energy

As rebates and incentive programs continue to grow, we are seeing new developments in companies’ energy efficiency efforts. Some organizations are adding resources to manage and further develop their programs.

PSEG Employees Plant Crops With Grow-a-Row to Help Feed Community and Beyond

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Close to 100 PSEG employees from offices in and beyond New Jersey united on Friday morning to plant sweet potatoes in the acres of America’s Grow-a-Row, a nonprofit organization based in Pittstown.