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Innovation & Technology | SAP

3 Ways AI Accelerates Sustainability Efforts

While climate risk, social equity and ethical governance used to be peripheral concerns, they are now central to long-term business success.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Astellas Global Health Foundation Launches

Astellas Pharma Inc. (TSE: 4503, President and CEO: Kenji Yasukawa, Ph.D., "Astellas") announced the launch of the Astellas Global Health Foundation (AGHF), a new international philanthropic organization dedicated to improving access to health in underserved global communities. Key areas of focus for the AGHF initially will be neglected tropical and communicable diseases, children’s health and mental health in low-income communities and low-and middle-income countries where Astellas, a company dedicated to improving the health of people around the world, does not have a commercial presence. Additionally, AGHF will fund programs that build healthier communities and provide disaster preparedness and relief in these same geographies.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Xylem Employees Volunteer Over 10,000 Hours During Annual October Global Month of Service

Xylem is proud to announce that its employees volunteered over 10,000 hours across the globe during Xylem Watermark’s Annual October Global Month of Service. Through water source clean-ups, restoration projects, educational water monitoring activities, beach and park clean-ups, community building initiatives, and more, Xylem employee volunteers displayed their true commitment to addressing the global water crisis and protecting safe water resources for communities around the world. With participation from over 100 sites across 34 countries, and over 200 events held worldwide during the month of October, Xylem commends its employees and their dedication to Xylem Watermark’s mission, which led to the biggest Global Month of Service yet.

Health & Healthcare

VIDEO | Mohawk Cushions the Fight at 2018 Susan G. Komen 3-Day Series

Each year, Mohawk meets inspiring participants at Susan G. Komen 3-Day events across the United States. Hear the stories and learn more about their journeys in this special video feature.

Through Mohawk’s Cushion the Fight program as part of Decorate for the Cure, Mohawk provides SmartCushion pads to comfort walkers and crew members participating in the 3-Day series. This year, Mohawk donated more than 7,000 pads in total for all seven events. The flooring manufacturer is proud to partner with Susan G. Komen in the fight and support their goal to reduce U.S. breast cancer deaths by 50% by 2026. Since 2001, Mohawk Industries corporate donation programs have collectively contributed more than $5.6 million to Susan G. Komen on behalf of customers and employees.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Special Food Distribution Held for Families in Need

On Tues., Nov. 20 Roadrunner Food Bank will hold a special holiday mobile food pantry distribution to provide food to low-income families and their children right before the Thanksgiving. The distribution will take place at the Cesar Chavez Community Center located at 7505 Kathryn Ave SE starting at 3 pm. It is estimated that more than 400 families will be provided food to take home and receive help with additional services also such as: assistance applying for SNAP (food stamp) benefits, flu shots and other health screenings, Medicare and Medicaid registration, information about housing services, adult literacy help and other services assisting low-income and at-risk people in the community.

Research, Reports & Publications

Caterpillar Dredging

Ninigret Salt Marsh in Charlestown, Rhode Island, serves as a nursery for fish, a feeding ground for wading birds and a nesting area for migratory species. The Ashdod port in Israel is one of the country’s two main cargo ports.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Hard Talk: Business Takes on Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and inclusion is the formal term of choice for issues that are racially, ethnically, and gender-related in today’s society. That legal-sounding label includes some of the most emotionally loaded issues in our culture, issues that have deep roots with complicated pasts in American history.

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Novartis Rises to Second Place in 2018 Access to Medicine Index

Novartis ranked second in the 2018 Access to Medicine Index (ATMi), up from 3rd place in 2016, in recognition of its long-standing efforts to improve worldwide access to healthcare. Novartis remained the industry leader in access-to-medicine management, and its newly launched Access Principles – which aim to systematically integrate access strategies in how the company researches, develops and delivers medicines globally – have been highlighted as an innovative practice. The Novartis CEO and members of the Executive Committee now also have access objectives as part of their individual objectives.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru of America's Share the Love® Kickoff Event Donates Enough “KidzPacks” to Combat Hunger for Impacted Children for an Entire School Year

Subaru of America hosted a special kickoff event to celebrate the return of the Subaru Share the Love Event, the automaker’s annual philanthropic event aimed at supporting charities across the country.

Employees at the Subaru of America headquarters in Camden, NJ partnered with the Food Bank of South Jersey to donate and pack a record-breaking number of “KidzPacks” containing items that can produce up to four nutritionally-balanced meals and snacks for children in the local Camden community.

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Research, Reports & Publications

ESG Disclosures Fit for Investors – DSM, Bloomberg & USSIF

Investor interest in ESG performance is fast becoming mainstream. ESG risks now account for four of the five top business risks according to the WEF 2018 global risks report.

Events, Media & Communications

WEBINAR: 2018 Porter Novelli/Cone Purpose Premium Index: The Need-to-Know Data & Insights

The complimentary webinar presentation of the 2018 Porter Novelli/Cone Purpose Premium Index is on December 6, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET.

Health & Healthcare

What If Everyone Had Access to a Toilet?

Throughout my 25-year career at Kohler Co., I’ve traveled the world and witnessed firsthand how a lack of sanitation impacts communities. It’s heartbreaking to hear the stories of young girls who’ve stopped going to school simply because they don’t have proper toileting facilities. Without an education, it’s difficult to dream, to dare, to pursue a different life. At Kohler Co., we’re imagining a better future for these girls and for everyone.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bloomberg LP Chairman Peter Grauer Recognized as a Leading Global Champion of Diversity in the Workplace

Bloomberg Chairman Peter Grauer has been recognized this year by two of the top diversity and inclusion rankings by the Financial Times, a testament to his advocacy for an inclusive workplace.

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Media & Communications

National Grid, City of Schenectady Begin Work on Smart City Streetlight Initiative

Three-year project will upgrade streetlights, install smart technology and reduce energy costs for the City.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

General Mills Receives Corporate Citizenship Award

General Mills was awarded the prestigious 2018 Citizen’s Award by the Corporate Citizenship Center of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation in the category of Best Community Improvement Program.

For 19 years, The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Corporate Citizenship Awards has honored businesses through this awards program to illustrate how every day businesses serve as a powerful force for good around the world. General Mills was selected from a rigorous selection process with the entry, “Catalyzing Sustainable Communities Through Food Rescue and Recovery” among 300 entries, many of them Fortune 500 companies.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Hanes Launches 2018 National Sock Drive to Help the Homeless

Simple things can bring great comfort to those living without shelter. That is why America’s No. 1 basic apparel, underwear and sock brand is donating 225,000 pairs of socks to organizations fighting homelessness across the United States in its ninth year of sponsoring the Hanes National Sock Drive.

Environment

How a Man-Made Lake in the Desert Spurred Economic Growth in Tempe, Arizona

For some cities, revitalization is brought about by innovation driven by local research institutes; for others it’s all about location, location, location. But for downtown Tempe, Arizona, a submarket in the Phoenix metro area, revitalization was largely spurred by the creation of a man-made lake.

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Media & Communications

Martin Currie Becomes One of the First Asset Managers to Commit to Korea’s Stewardship Code

Martin Currie, an active equity specialist with a long history of investing in Asia and emerging markets, has become one of the first asset managers* to declare its commitment to Korea’s Stewardship Code.

*23 asset manager participants as at 31 October 2018. Source: Korea Corporate Governance Service

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Responsible Production & Consumption

Fair Trade Campaigns National Conference to Unite Advocates in Chicago March 1-3, 2019

Global Fair Trade advocacy organization Fair Trade Campaigns will host its annual national conference, a multi-stakeholder gathering of Fair Trade supporters, in Chicago, IL, March 1-3, 2019.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Timberland Receives Best Economic Empowerment Program Award for Work in Haiti

Timberland’s work to reintroduce cotton farming to Haiti was honored recently with the US Chamber of Commerce Citizenship Award for the Best Economic Empowerment Program. In partnership with the Smallholder Farmers Alliance(SFA), the global outdoor lifestyle brand aims to create a new supply chain for sustainable cotton for use in its products through a program that will also contribute to reforesting Haiti and improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Wells Fargo Donates an Additional $1.5 Million to California Wildfire Relief Efforts

Today, Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) announced a donation of $1.5 million to aid in the ongoing recovery and relief efforts resulting from the devastating wildfires in California. Earlier this week, Wells Fargo announced a $250,000 donation to local organizations. Today’s donation increases Wells Fargo’s support to $1.75 million.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Working Toward Sustainably Grown Sugar

The sugar that provides a sweet taste in your food can come from a variety of sources. General Mills uses sugar from sugarcane in some of our dough products and snack bars, for example, and from sugar beets in cereal, fruit snacks, baking mixes and frosting.

You can’t taste or see the difference – they both satisfy your sweet tooth and look the same – but we’re working to make sure both ingredients are grown in an environmentally and socially sustainable manner. Sustainably sourcing the ingredients we use is a priority for General Mills.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Boeing Announces Nearly a Quarter-Billion Dollars in Corporate Giving in 2018

Boeing [NYSE: BA] corporate giving will exceed $230 million in 2018, driven by $55 million in new charitable grants, as well as increases in business and employee contributions.

Green Infrastructure

Sustainable City Innovation on the Global and Local Stage

The Global Sustainability Director for UPS reflects on what is needed for transformational change in urban centers.

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Events, Media & Communications

Schneider Electric Innovation Summit North America: Powering and Digitizing the Economy

Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, hosted more than 1,200 customers, partners, suppliers and influencers at its latest Innovation Summit, November 13-14 in Atlanta, Georgia. The event brought together Schneider Electric experts and world-leading industry thought leaders to share insights and bold ideas on the challenges and opportunities of powering and digitizing the economy.

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Diversity & Inclusion

The Republic of Tea is Transforming Teatime Into a Positive Force for Good

Since 2012, The Republic of Tea has donated $148,737 to Whole Planet Foundation to fund 2,093 microloans around the globe. This year, they launched their own program to amplify this work. Working with the international nonprofit, the Ethical Tea Partnership, and a local nonprofit, the PALM Foundation, The Republic of Tea has crafted a program in Sri Lanka focused on nutrition, hygiene, and financial literacy, with the goal of elevating thousands of women and their families. Together they are starting to bring prosperity to women and their families, helping transform teatime into a more positive force for good.

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