ESG News from Leading Brands

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Seven Creative Ways to Convey the Value of EHS to Tech Execs

May 11, 2016 10:05 AM ET

More than one environment, health, and safety (EHS) manager – when frustrated about their tech companies' wavering focus on EHS – has warned executives that they might go to jail for insufficient attention to regulations. This "stick" approach may be needed on occasion, but today the strategic and creative "carrot" approaches to garnering full-company commitment to safe and responsible behaviors are winning out.

Health & Healthcare

Starlight Children's Foundation and Astellas USA Foundation Bring VGo Robots to Rush Children's Hospital

May 11, 2016 10:05 AM ET

Starlight Children's Foundation and Astellas USA Foundation are partnering to advance children's health and education through technology with the placement of two VGo robots at Rush Children's Hospital at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. Patients, staff and representatives from Astellas USA Foundation gathered at the facility today to officially unveil and celebrate the new technology.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Paving the Way for Economic Development

May 11, 2016 9:20 AM ET

Sanofi Pasteur executive Phil Hosbach volunteers his time and expertise toward responsible economic development in the Poconos.

Diversity & Inclusion

10 Ways the Arts Can Enhance Your CSR Program

May 11, 2016 7:25 AM ET

Engaging employees through volunteerism and the arts is key to fostering a desirable work environment, increasing efficiency and morale, and doing good in the community as well as the company. You can bridge the employee engagement gap by using the arts as a vehicle for driving positive change in a company’s culture.

Here are 10 ways the arts can boost employee engagement throughout various facets of your company.

Social Impact & Volunteering

MGM Resorts International Employees Rally at the 2016 Las Vegas Susan G. Komen Race for a Cure

May 11, 2016 7:00 AM ET

Environment

British Columbia Salmon Farmers Make Significant Research Investment

May 10, 2016 4:30 PM ET

The BC Salmon Farmers Association is helping to bridge knowledge gaps on B.C.’s wild stocks and coastal environment by developing collaborations on seven research projects, with over 30 researchers from 10 organizations, providing almost $420,000 in funding.

Research, Reports & Publications

MetLife Foundation | In Our Communities

May 10, 2016 4:00 PM ET

Innovation & Technology

Rise, in Partnership with Barclays, is Inspiring the Next Generation of Women into Tech Roles

May 10, 2016 4:00 PM ET

A hackathon weekend aimed at challenging 50 young women to code and build groundbreaking apps has been hosted by Rise, in partnership with Barclays.

Education

The DSI Thesis App

May 10, 2016 3:50 PM ET

Download the new DSI Thesis app today, and see thesis projects past and present on important issues of our time including health, education, food security, democracy, sustainable fashion, and much more.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

NECO Presents the 30th Annual Ellis Island Medals of Honor

May 10, 2016 3:05 PM ET

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Martin Dempsey (Ret.), Former U.S. Army General Ann E. Dunwoody, Former Sandy Hook First-Grade Teacher Kaitlin Roig-DeBellis, Ali Torre, Co-Founder of the Joe Torre Safe At Home Foundation, TV Host Padma Lakshmi, Former NFL Player Mike Utley, Entertainer Tony Orlando, WPIX News Anchor Tamsen Fadal, WABC Meteorologist Bill Evans, Philanthropist Lorraine Thomas, And Ten Members of the U.S. Military Among the More than Ninety Honorees who received the 2016 Ellis Island Medals of Honor

Social Impact & Volunteering

Pizza Hut: The Pizza Company That Lives Life Unboxed

May 10, 2016 3:05 PM ET

Responsible Production & Consumption

Compliance Spending Is Increasing

May 10, 2016 2:40 PM ET

Compliance spending is on the rise. A recent survey done by Pinsent Masons law firm revealed that 73% of compliance professionals in the UK predicted spending associated with regulatory requirements would increase over the next 5 years. This survey gained insight into predictions and trends on compliance spending to come in the next few years.

Education

Chris Archer, Paul Goldschmidt Help Student Athletes Reach Their Goals

May 10, 2016 2:35 PM ET

All-Stars Chris Archer of the Rays and Paul Goldschmidt of the Diamondbacks are the first two Major Leaguers to co-produce unique and original video content with STACK Media.

Events, Media & Communications

SiMPACT Strategy Group Founder & CEO, Stephanie Robertson, to Speak at Volunteer Canada's In Good Company Forum

May 10, 2016 2:20 PM ET

SiMPACT Strategy Group is pleased to announce that its Founder and CEO, Stephanie Robertson, will be speaking at Volunteer Canada's In Good Company Forum this June on the evaluation and impact of employer-supported volunteer programs.

Events, Media & Communications

Norfolk Southern Rolls Out New Safety Train and Website to Educate First Responders

May 10, 2016 1:35 PM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

An Effective Global CSR Vision

May 10, 2016 1:30 PM ET

So you are a global company, but don’t quite yet have a handle on global CSR? Maybe you have a domestic program in place, or even give to a crisis here and there. But expanding to the international realm is quite another level.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Say Yes to the Prom: A Great Ending to a New Beginning

May 10, 2016 1:05 PM ET

Prom is one of the most memorable moments of a high school student’s life. During prom season, young people around the country are looking for a dress or tux to impress. But for many, the experience is out of reach. So, TLC, which is part of the Discovery Communications family of networks, AT&T and many other supporters teamed up to change that by offering over 300 deserving high school students the prom of their dreams.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Sears Launches Ninth Annual Heroes at Home Program, Renovating Homes of Military Families Across the U.S.

May 10, 2016 12:45 PM ET

Hoffman Estates, Ill., (May 10, 2016) – Sears has launched its ninth annual Heroes at Home campaign with Rebuilding Together, a leading national nonprofit in safe and healthy housing, to raise funds and assist military families facing hardship. This year the program will enable critical repairs, improvements or modifications to the largest VFW Post in Colorado and single-family military family homes across the United States of decorated veterans of World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, Operation Iraqi Freedom and more.

Research, Reports & Publications

GM Strengthens Business, Communities Through Mobility

May 10, 2016 12:45 PM ET

The rules of vehicle use and ownership are changing rapidly, according to GM's latest Sustainability Report (gmsustainability.com) released Tuesday. Connectivity, car-sharing, alternative propulsion and autonomous vehicles are key elements toward a future of safer, cleaner and more efficient mobility options for customers.

Innovation & Technology

Harnessing Big Data for Big Change

May 10, 2016 11:30 AM ET

If someone told me when I first joined UPS as an engineer that I would one day be discussing the role of data in sustainability, I would have been taken aback. Now, after decades of working in sustainability across various functions at UPS, I see how an engineer’s obsession with data is helpful in addressing today’s biggest sustainability challenges.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Center for Financial Services Innovation Releases New Indicators for Measuring Consumers’ Financial Well-Being

May 10, 2016 11:10 AM ET

Chicago, IL, May 10, 2016 /3BL Media/ - Today, the Center for Financial Services Innovation (CFSI) released a landmark report that urges financial services providers to measure the financial health of their customers.

Environment

We've Been Mayors of New York, Paris and Rio. We Know Climate Action Starts with Cities

May 10, 2016 11:05 AM ET

The Paris climate agreement, already signed by more than 175 countries, was successful in large part because national governments recognized cities’ progress in reducing carbon emissions. On Thursday, as world leaders gather in Washington DC to discuss how to reach the goals set in Paris, they should focus on helping cities do even more, and act faster, to reduce those emissions.

Environment

What’s in Your Closet? Timberland Raises the Bar with Responsibly Made Products

May 10, 2016 11:00 AM ET

Long committed to making products out of the best, most responsible materials, outdoor lifestyle brand Timberland is raising the bar to reduce the environmental impact of all of its products – across footwear, apparel and accessories, by implementing new environmental product standards and setting robust five-year goals to achieve by 2020. Whether it’s a beautifully crafted pair of boots or a leather jacket, Timberland knows consumers want to look good and feel good about what they’re wearing. Building on the legacy of its Earthkeepers® collection, Timberland is increasing its use of eco-conscious materials by setting environmental targets for every product beginning with the spring and summer 2016 collections, available in stores and online now.

Environment

Defining Sustainability For Your Business

May 10, 2016 10:30 AM ET

The term “sustainability" is often used interchangeably with corporate responsibility (CR), corporate social responsibility (CSR), corporate citizenship, social enterprise, sustainable development, triple-bottom line, corporate ethics, and even in some cases corporate governance. However, understanding what it means and, more importantly, what it means for your organization is crucial to creating a focused, actionable plan.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Walmart Pushes Significant Reduction in Chemicals of High Concern

May 10, 2016 10:20 AM ET

Walmart has been making significant progress towards sustainable chemicals in consumables since 2013. This past January, Walmart pledged to begin publicly communicating progress on moving towards sustainable chemicals.