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The Habitat of Humanity

Environment

Since the Industrial Revolution, Western society has radically altered the natural environment. We pump carbon into the atmosphere and dump toxins into the seas.

Benchmark Against the Industry Leaders in the North America Region

Research, Reports & Publications

Experts say that 2015 was the year sustainability measures and CSR activities went mainstream in North American companies. Review some of the key achievements, developments and obstacles with this complimentary & comprehensive report produced by Ethical Corporation.

Organic and Sustainable Agriculture Can Feed the Planet: Scientists

Environment

Could it, or could it not? The perennial discussion as to whether organic food production could actually feed the globe is back at the debate table.

HPE 3rd Living Progress Exchange Spurs ICT Innovation

Innovation & Technology

In December, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), in partnership with Globescan, hosted its third Living Progress Exchange. The LPX has become an incubator of both ideas and collaboration, examining how businesses can improve sustainability and how communication and partnership can make a better product that increases customer engagement.

Make the Most of Tech Pro Bono: A Twitter Chat with NetSuite.org, Idealware, and Taproot Foundation

Events, Media & Communications

Hosted by NetSuite.org, Idealware and Taproot Foundation, this Twitter Chat brings together nonprofit leaders and pro bono program experts for a conversation on how nonprofit organizations can make the most of pro bono technical talent to meet their organization's needs -- from how to prepare for a pro bono project to where to look for talent. For those companies looking to offer pro bono technical expertise to nonprofits, this chat will provide insight on what makes a good project and how to set your volunteers up for success.

3 Myths About Online Grants Management Holding You Back

Like any habit or process you have become accustomed to, change of adopting a new system or technology with perceived complexity can cause hesitation.

DuPont Names Krysta Harden as Vice President of Public Policy and Chief Sustainability Officer

DuPont announced today that Krysta Harden has joined the company as vice president of Public Policy & Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO), succeeding Linda Fisher who elected to retire last month.

Arrow Electronics: Innovating Communities

Social Impact & Volunteering

Arrow Electronics has established partnerships in our metro Denver headquarters’ community out of the fundamental conviction that the creative process in the arts and innovation in technology are intrinsically connected and must be nurtured.

GM’s CCA Headquarters Shines with Another ENERGY STAR

Energy

General Motors’ Customer Care and Aftersales World Headquarters in Grand Blanc, Michigan is practicing environmental stewardship that recently earned it another star.

The North Face Announces 2016 Explore Fund Grants Open for Applications

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The North Face to award $500,000 to nonprofit organizations that connect people to the outdoors.

Methane Disdain

Environment

Along with the Affordable Care Act, the Clean Power Plan may end up being one of President Obama’s signature accomplishments. We learned recently, though, about the US Supreme Court’s potential role in determining the fate of the plan.

​List Helps Aspiring Students Find the Most Socially Inclined Colleges

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Going through college is much more than acquiring the skills to pursue a career.

Fox Convenes NASA Astronauts, Leading Scientists, and "The Martian" Team to Discuss the Future of a Manned Mission to Mars

Innovation & Technology

Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment brought leaders in the space exploration field together with the creative team behind the hit Fox film "The Martian" for "The Journey to Mars 101" forum, where they discussed real-word possibilities of a voyage to Mars. Astronauts, scientists, and engineers revealed how new developments in technology are contributing to Mars exploration and encouraged students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The event took place at the Zanuck Theater on the Fox Studios Lot in Los Angeles and featured panelists such as director Ridley Scott, "The Martian" author Andy Weir, Bill Nye the Science Guy, and several scientists working to make the journey to Mars a reality.

International Living Future Institute Adds $10K Prize Incentive to 2016 Biomimicry Global Design Challenge

Responsible Production & Consumption

Can we design products that function as elegantly as anything found in the natural world? And can those products mimic nature’s design principles?

Antea Group Consultant Alison Bryant Named to Environmental Initiative Board of Directors

Diversity & Inclusion

Antea Group is pleased to announce that Alison Bryant has been elected to the board of directors for Environmental Initiative, a nonprofit organization that builds partnerships to develop collaborative solutions to Minnesota's environmental problems.

Barclays Concludes Four Year Citizenship Plan

Research, Reports & Publications

Barclays has published its annual Citizenship performance in the Barclays PLC Annual Report 2015. Fully integrated with Barclays’ Balanced Scorecard, the Citizenship Plan included 11 targets to deliver by the end of 2015.

EdSurge Research: Forces and Trends Shaping K12 EdTech

Education

We all have a huge stake in education, as parents, as community members and as learners ourselves. The only way we can collectively move education forward is if we start trading lenses and begin building a better understanding of how other communities see teaching and learning. EdSurge has spent months researching the predominant edtech trends, exploring data and engaging many voices including educators, administrators, entrepreneurs, investors, parents and policy-makers. We wanted to share the perspectives, hopes and, at times, frustrations of others as we all move forward to shape the future of teaching and learning.

General Manager Interviews With KCEP 88.1 FM While Supporting Urban Chamber

Environment

North Las Vegas Division General Manager, Jim Rankin recently supported the Urban Chamber of Commerce while visiting popular radio station - KCEP FM 88.1 with Ken Evans of the Urban Chamber on the “Commerce First” program for a live on-air interview.

GM’s Distribution and IT Centers Star in Energy Efficiency

Energy

Eleven General Motors facilities have earned ENERGY STAR® certification for superior energy efficiency from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. These buildings, which include seven parts distribution centers, a global headquarters office and three IT innovation office centers, have optimized their buildings to leave a smaller carbon footprint.

MetLife Foundation and ‘The Financial Inclusion Challenge’ Seek Best Solutions for Financial Access Across Asia

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

MetLife Foundation announced today, its exclusive sponsorship of the second year of The Financial Inclusion Challenge.

Fox Celebrates Black History Month with 25th Anniversary Screening of "The Five Heartbeats"

Diversity & Inclusion

On February 26th, Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment and parent company 21st Century Fox sponsored a special 25th anniversary screening and Q&A for the iconic 1991 film "The Five Heartbeats," hosted by the Writers Guild of America, West's Committee of Black Writers. The event was held in celebration of Black History Month, bringing together people of color from across the industry, including 50 current students at Ghetto Film School Los Angeles, of which 21st Century Fox is a co-founder.

The Search is On for Local SDG Pioneers

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

UN Global Compact Executive Director Lise Kingo announces the search for local business leaders and change-makers in every region of the world who are demonstrating how business can be a force for good.