ESG News from Leading Brands

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

ScottsMiracle-Gro: Proudly Supporting Our Community and American Heart Association

Sep 18, 2018 9:40 AM ET

We at ScottsMiracle-Gro believe strongly in giving back - as a company and as individual associates - to the communities where we live and work. This commitment came to life recently at the American Heart Association’s Central Ohio Heart Walk, where for the third consecutive year our associates propelled us to the leading corporate fundraiser spot.

Environment

Beyond Selfies: African Youth Vow to Restore the Continent’s Landscapes

Sep 18, 2018 9:35 AM ET

On 27-28 August, over 60 youth from a dozen African countries gathered at the World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF). Aged 18-35, they ranged from students to farmers to leaders of NGOs, small start-ups and rural enterprises. But they shared one goal – getting “restoration ready”.

Research, Reports & Publications

Business Leaders: Sustainability Increasingly Driving Strategic Planning

Sep 18, 2018 9:00 AM ET

The results of the 10th Annual BSR/GlobeScan State of Sustainable Business Survey of sustainability practitioners offer a perspective on how major disruptions and trends shaping the broader ecosystem have influenced the business landscape.

Education

From Tikka Masala to Congee, Campus Dining Trends Go Beyond Chicken Tenders & Pizza

Sep 18, 2018 9:00 AM ET

College dining halls these days look more like the popular food halls in cities throughout the US and Canada then like the cafeterias that many alumni remember. Today’s students have sophisticated palates and dining services reflect this.

Environment

Anchorage Daily News | Denali National Park Tackles Trash with Zero-Landfill Initiative

Sep 18, 2018 9:00 AM ET

A push to send less waste to the local landfill is working, officials say. Since 2016, Denali National Park has partnered with Subaru in a "zero-landfill" initiative aimed at turning trash into recycling.

Innovation & Technology

#DisruptMining Continues to Accelerate the Pace of Change in Mining

Sep 18, 2018 7:35 AM ET

Goldcorp is pleased to announce the third annual #DisruptMining innovation challenge and live finale event will be presented on Sunday, March 3, 2019 during the annual Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) conference in Toronto, Canada.

Education

Investing in Our Future Leaders

Sep 18, 2018 6:25 AM ET

At Goldcorp, we believe that developing our people enables them to achieve their ultimate potential and helps them exceed their goals. We are committed to investing in and developing all our employees. As an example, our StepUP program is designed to equip everyone to achieve results in a safe, productive and responsible way, by aligning our business and people practices around a core set of behaviours. Successful performance is a result of not just what we do, but also how we do it and the StepUP behaviours define what we can expect from one another at every level of the organization.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How Sands Academy Helped Propel Michelle Rieker Into a Management Role

Sep 18, 2018 2:45 AM ET

In her role, Rieker is responsible for maintaining traffic flow in the valet area in front of The Venetian, facilitating guest interactions, ensuring arrival and departure amenities for guests are provided and maintaining overall guest satisfaction and experience.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The UPS Foundation Mobilizes its Disaster Relief Network and Pledges an Initial $1 Million to Hurricane Florence Relief Efforts

Sep 17, 2018 4:45 PM ET

UPS today announced an initial $1 million commitment through The UPS Foundation in support of recovery efforts following the devastating flooding, infrastructure damage and utility outages caused by Hurricane Florence.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Whirlpool Corporation Will Open Child Care Facility for Employees

Sep 17, 2018 4:45 PM ET

As part of its continued commitment to create an attractive workplace, Whirlpool Corporation today announced that it will open an employer sponsored child care facility to help working Whirlpool Corporation parents in our local community.

This comes as a result of a survey that Whirlpool Corporation conducted to more closely understand the childcare needs of its employees. The survey found that there was a significant need among employees’ families for an on site employee child care facility in the Benton Charter Township-Benton Harbor-St. Joseph area.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Three Top Trends to Leverage This Charitable Season

Sep 17, 2018 4:45 PM ET

Today’s leading CSR programs are shifting their approach to doing good by putting their people at the center—and they’re driving more employee engagement and social impact as a result. How are they doing it? Join our webinar on Thursday, September 20 at 10 a.m. PDT / 1 p.m. EDT.

Environment

New Legislation Is a Critical Step to Advance Climate Risk Disclosure

Sep 17, 2018 4:00 PM ET

Ceres applauds Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s, D-Mass, efforts to advance legislation that directs the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to issue rules requiring companies to disclose critical information about their exposure to risks posed by climate change.

Energy

Consumers Energy Kicks Off Battery Storage Era At Western Michigan University

Sep 17, 2018 3:30 PM ET

Consumers Energy today ushered in a new technology on the campus of Western Michigan University, starting operation of a new large-scale battery that should store enough energy to power 1,000 homes at any time.

Media & Communications

Economic Growth, Protecting & Preserving Our Ecological Systems – Are These Conflicted, or Complementary as We Strive for Greater Global Sustainability?

Sep 17, 2018 3:00 PM ET

The continued drive toward greater societal sustainability is very encouraging. The public sector, multilateral organizations, companies, investors, NGOs, and other stakeholders are adopting new strategies and embracing new approaches and best practices. Picture the installation of the vast array of a desert solar generating “farm” – that’s progress to cheer.

Innovation & Technology

Arrow Electronics and IBM Team Up to Support Call for Code to Promote Technological Solutions for Natural Disasters

Sep 17, 2018 2:45 PM ET

Arrow Electronics today announced that it is joining the Call for Code initiative with Founding Partner IBM, an effort designed to inspire new technology to address pressing social challenges. IBM’s five-year, $30 million USD commitment to the initiative is focusing its efforts this year on encouraging software developers around the world to create applications for natural disaster preparedness and relief.

Diversity & Inclusion

Omar Ishrak Joins Catalyst CEO Champions for Change Initiative

Sep 17, 2018 2:25 PM ET

Since being named chairman and CEO in 2011, Omar Ishrak has made diversity and inclusion a priority at Medtronic. In particular, when speaking with employees, shareholders and customers, he frequently emphasizes the need for more women in senior leadership roles.

Environment

How Formerly Incarcerated People Are Tackling the World’s Fastest-Growing Waste Problem

Sep 17, 2018 2:10 PM ET

Securing a job as a formerly incarcerated person can be challenging. Job applications frequently ask prospective employees to disclose their criminal history, and when former prisoners do, their applications are often denied. Formerly incarcerated people face several systemic barriers when it comes to reintegrating into society and finding a job that can make it difficult for them to support themselves and transition back into civilian life.

Diversity & Inclusion

Aligning CSR Spending to Improve Workforce Diversity

Sep 17, 2018 2:00 PM ET

Today, women hold only 19% of computing degrees with women of color holding just 4%. Symantec has joined the Reboot Representation Tech Coalition to align existing philanthropic donations with peers and build a more inclusive workforce. Together, we plan to double the number of women of color graduating with computing degrees by 2025.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Timberland Global Leadership Team Cooks and Serves Meals to Support Local Homeless Organization

Sep 17, 2018 1:50 PM ET

Timberland’s Global Leadership Team recently cooked and served dinner to 75 residents of Cross Roads House, non-profit organization that supports community members who are experiencing – or have recently experienced -- homelessness. The team, which had convened at the outdoor lifestyle brand’s global headquarters in Stratham NH for a strategy meeting, dedicated the afternoon to serve the local community together.

Diversity & Inclusion

FCA US Hosted Networking Event for More Than 100 Female Entrepreneurs and Leaders

Sep 17, 2018 1:05 PM ET

More than 100 female entrepreneurs and industry leaders attended a new networking event hosted by FCA US LLC, designed to link women business owners with the automaker’s top female leadership.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Wells Fargo Mobilizes to Support Customers and Communities Impacted by Hurricane Florence

Sep 17, 2018 1:00 PM ET

Wells Fargo (NYSE:WFC) today announced $1 million in donations to support communities impacted by Hurricane Florence and the activation of special disaster assistance for customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Georgia.

Environment

Bloomberg Joins 20 Other Leading Companies to Announce Launch of Step Up Declaration

Sep 17, 2018 1:00 PM ET

At the Global Climate Action Summit (GCAS) in San Francisco, California, Bloomberg joined 20 other leading companies to announce the launch of the Step Up Declaration. This new alliance is dedicated to harnessing the power of emerging technologies to help reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across all economic sectors and ensure a climate turning point by 2020.

Innovation & Technology

Hospitals Will Use Robot Ducks to Comfort Kids With Cancer

Sep 17, 2018 12:25 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CBRE Group, Inc. Earns Place on Dow Jones Sustainability Index for Fifth Consecutive Year

Sep 17, 2018 12:10 PM ET

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE) today announced that it has been included on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) North America for the fifth year in a row. This index recognizes corporations that demonstrate leadership in environmental, social and governance performance.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation Supports Hurricane Florence Relief Efforts in the Southeast U.S.

Sep 17, 2018 11:50 AM ET

The Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation is supporting emergency relief effort in the southeastern United States following Hurricane Florence, which made landfall in North Carolina on September 14. The storm is slowly moving across the Carolinas, causing widespread flooding, destroying homes and forcing thousands of residents to flee.