ESG News from Leading Brands

Environment

Finding Safe Harbor: How Leadership, Relationships, and Self-Care Sparked EHS Renewal at Symantec

Nov 6, 2018 10:20 AM ET

Three core principles that helped a company renew its EHS system in the wake of tumultuous changes.

Research, Reports & Publications

Albertsons Companies Announces Sustainability Highlights and Purchase of 10 Tesla All-Electric Semi Trucks

Nov 6, 2018 10:00 AM ET

Albertsons Companies today released its 2018 Sustainability Update, highlighting successes in reducing waste, expanding organic offerings, leading in seafood sustainability, and supporting the causes customers care about most.

Health & Healthcare

Durkan Rolls Out the Pink Carpet for Susan G. Komen with Specify for a Cure

Nov 6, 2018 9:55 AM ET

In addition to love, purity and longevity, our Camélia Rose carpet collection engenders hope. We partnered for this collection with Virginia Langley, a premier fashion textile designer who has done work for luxury homes and hotels around the world. She designed Camélia Rose in tribute to the countless courageous women who have battled breast cancer, and we designated her new collection to help support Susan G. Komen’s fight against breast cancer.

Durkan is deeply dedicated to the fight against breast cancer, and we’ve been a long-term partner of Susan G. Komen. In fact, since 2001, Mohawk has contributed more than $5.6 million on behalf of our customers and employees. We’re proud to help make a difference through our corporate donation program, Specify for a Cure.

Events, Media & Communications

“A Conversation of Consequence” at Illinois Gies College of Business with Connie Lindsey EVP of Northern Trust

Nov 6, 2018 9:50 AM ET

This year’s Leighton Lecture will feature Connie Lindsey, Executive Vice President and Head of Corporate Social Responsibility and Global Diversity & Inclusion at Northern Trust. The lecture titled “A Conversation of Consequence” will be presented on Wednesday, November 7 at 6pm and 7pm.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Walt Disney Company and Make-A-Wish® Invite Fans to “Share Your Ears” to Help Grant Wishes in Celebration of 90 Years of Mickey Mouse

Nov 6, 2018 9:45 AM ET

The Walt Disney Company today launched its 2018 Share Your Ears campaign, benefiting Make-A-Wish. The campaign kicked off during Mickey’s 90th Spectacular on ABC tonight with a segment from Robin Roberts, award-winning broadcaster and co-anchor of ABC’s Good Morning America, on the significance of wish granting. The elegant affair featured star-studded musical performances and moving tributes in celebration of 90 years of Mickey Mouse.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Opinion: Sharing Knowledge and Resources to Train the Health Workforce of the Future

Nov 6, 2018 8:45 AM ET

While we all can agree that health is at the heart of human progress, too many people around the world today are still unable to access even the most basic health care. Our world's gains in knowledge and innovation are compromised by the rising shortage of skilled health workers, and this shortage means that global targets for access to health care are in jeopardy.

Events, Media & Communications

SCS and SmartCert to Host FSC Trainings for Prospective Auditors and Certificate Holders

Nov 6, 2018 8:00 AM ET

SCS Global Services and SmartCert are hosting a Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) training event in early December in Montreal. The training is for potential auditors, as well as stakeholders, certificate holders, or prospective certificate holders looking to strengthen their knowledge about FSC Forest Management, FSC Chain of Custody, and the principles of auditing from ISO 19011.

Education

Arrow Electronics Sponsors Annual Cardboard Engineering Challenge

Nov 6, 2018 8:00 AM ET

Arrow Electronics was the presenting sponsor of the Cherry Creek Schools Foundation’s Annual Cardboard Challenge for the sixth consecutive year. The STEM education competition for K-12 students featured a wide array of innovative creations – including a fully-functioning foosball table and robot replica – all crafted from cardboard and other recycled materials.

Research, Reports & Publications

Solar Turbines Remanufacturing

Nov 6, 2018 8:00 AM ET

Solar Turbines supports their customers by providing high quality overhaul exchange turbine engines, built with a mixture of remanufactured and new components.

Environment

Fox Continues Green Production Efforts on Season Two of “Legion,” Reduces the Show’s Carbon Footprint by Nearly 50%

Nov 6, 2018 7:00 AM ET

As part of 21st Century Fox’s commitment to environmentally sustainable film and television production, the company recently led efforts to green the second season of Legion, Noah Hawley’s FX drama series set in the world of the X-Men. The first season, which premiered in March 2017, had already made strides in this arena, diverting more than 55% of its waste from landfill and avoiding 252 total metric tons of CO2 emissions. The production staff set out to top these numbers in the second season and after five months of shooting, they managed to increase the waste diversion rate to 75% and emit 45% fewer total metric tons of CO2 than during the production of the first season.

Research, Reports & Publications

UN, L’Oréal, WBCSD, Unilever and Allianz Share Visions for Sustainable Business

Nov 6, 2018 4:00 AM ET

Business and investors need to take the lead to deliver the innovations and strategies to drive the required systemic change. Central to this is ambitious leadership, creating partnerships to drive large scale change within business and industries.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

A New Dream Is Born in Villas De Aranjuéz, Cartagena

Nov 5, 2018 6:00 PM ET

Shakira and her Pies Descalzos Foundation, the Ministry of Education with its Financial Fund of Educational Infrastructure, Cartagena’s Major’s office, the District Educational Secretary, Mario Santo Domingo Foundation, Costa Cruises and the program of Economic Cooperation and Development of the Switzerland Embassy in Colombia with the Architecture Department of the ETH Zürich, announce the beginning of the construction of a new Educational Institution in Cartagena city.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Speaking Out on Policies That Count

Nov 5, 2018 3:30 PM ET

From economic and political empowerment, to environmental and climate justice, to education, healthcare and public safety, here's how NAACP is speaking out on policies that count.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

MetLife Recognized as Military Friendly Employer Seventh Year in a Row

Nov 5, 2018 3:20 PM ET

MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET) announced today it has been recognized as a Military Friendly® Employer and Military Friendly® Spouse Employer. This is the seventh year in a row MetLife has been recognized for its commitment to supporting veterans and fostering a culture that honors the experiences, traits and skills of those who have served or continue to serve their country. It is the fourth year MetLife has been recognized for its support of Military Spouses.

Energy

VMware Achieves Carbon Neutrality Across Global Operations

Nov 5, 2018 3:05 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

The Conference Board of Canada's Latest Report in the Canada 2030 Series: The Defining Forces Disrupting Business

Nov 5, 2018 2:45 PM ET

Earlier in 2018, The Conference Board of Canada published the latest in their Canada 2030 series, titled The Defining Forces Disrupting Business. Written with an eye towards helping Canadian businesses and investors understand the disrupting forces likely to affect organizations over the next decade, Canada 2030: The Defining Forces Disrupting Business report encourages readers to address the risks associated with the disruptions ahead and capitalize on the opportunities they may bring.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Sodexo Selected to Provide Elevated Dining Experience for Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum

Nov 5, 2018 2:35 PM ET

Sodexo, a food services and facilities management company committed to improving Quality of Life, today announced it will begin service at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, effective January 2019. The newly forged partnership will ensure best-in-class restaurant and catering offerings for years to come. The catering operation specifically will be enhanced by James Beard Foundation’s award-winning talents, Chef Suzanne Goin and Restaurateur Caroline Styne, owners and operators of The Lucques Group family of acclaimed hospitality businesses.

Energy

LG ENERGY STAR Washers and Dryers Rated #1 in Performance and Reliability Again and Again

Nov 5, 2018 2:35 PM ET

All LG washers and dryers are ENERGY STAR certified, meaning they deliver energy efficiency without sacrificing performance or style. LG also has the most washing machines in the industry designated as “ENERGY STAR Most Efficient 2018.”

Events, Media & Communications

This Election Day, Leverage Your Influence on Climate

Nov 5, 2018 2:10 PM ET

I remember the exhilaration I felt as my mom and dad drew the curtain to fill out their ballot, and I know I’ll experience a similar sensation tomorrow when I cast a vote for what I believe in: A cleaner, better future.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

American Chemical Society Presents Merck with Green Chemistry Challenge Award

Nov 5, 2018 2:10 PM ET

We're proud to be named a winner of the American Chemical Society's Green Chemistry Challenge Award.

Research, Reports & Publications

Companies Leading in Disability Inclusion Have Outperformed Peers, Accenture Research Finds

Nov 5, 2018 2:05 PM ET

Companies that embrace best practices for employing and supporting more persons with disabilities in their workforces have outperformed their peers, according to a new research report from Accenture (NYSE: ACN) in partnership with Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD).

Education

Edison Scholars Program Will Issue $1.2M in Scholarships for STEM Students

Nov 5, 2018 2:05 PM ET

High school seniors can now apply for the $40,000 Edison Scholars college scholarships. Edison International is awarding $1.2 million in scholarships to 30 high school seniors to help them follow their dreams in STEM (science, technology, engineering or math) and empower them to change the world. Deadline to apply is Dec. 14.

Environment

Smithfield Foods Video: A Landmark Investment to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions 25 Percent by 2025

Nov 5, 2018 12:05 PM ET

“When we set an objective, we go big at Smithfield Foods to achieve it. This announcement is the culmination of decades spent studying and perfecting the commercial viability of ‘manure-to-energy’ projects. Our investment in these projects underscores our longstanding commitment to sustainability, as well as our promise to produce good food in a responsible way,” said Kenneth M. Sullivan, president and chief executive officer of Smithfield Foods, Inc.

Education

Schneider, Eastlands College of Technology Launch Electric and Solar Lab

Nov 5, 2018 12:05 PM ET

“The lack of well-trained electricians and engineers in the electrical and energy fields is a major obstacle to the successful and sustainable development of a number of regions in emerging economies,” says Edouard Heripret, General Manager East Africa, Schneider Electric.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Kimberly-Clark’s Sustainability Programs Recognized for Leadership in Energy and Climate

Nov 5, 2018 11:30 AM ET

Kimberly-Clark Corporation has been recognized with two prominent awards for its efforts to improve energy efficiency and reduce its carbon footprint. The company received the 2018 Responsible Business Award for Climate Action from Ethical Corporation, and earned its sixth consecutive SmartWay® Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for leadership in freight supply chain environmental performance and energy efficiency.