ESG News from Leading Brands

Environment

Paul Wheaton Pt. II: Permaculture Gardening

Jul 16, 2020 10:25 AM ET

As you’re spending more time at home, and hanging out in the back yard or porch more than usual, are you noticing an urge to plant things? Apparently you’re not alone as there are multiple reports of a COVID-inspired surge in home gardening. Millions of Americans are rolling up their sleeves and digging into the earth.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Freeport-McMoRan Honored as Sector Leader in 2020 Civic 50

Jul 16, 2020 10:10 AM ET

Congratulations to Freeport-McMoRan for being recognized as the most community-minded company in the materials sector for the 2020 Civic 50. For the eighth consecutive year, Freeport-McMoRan has been named as a Civic 50 leader in the materials sector

Research, Reports & Publications

90% of S&P 500 Index Companies Publish Sustainability Reports in 2019, G&A Announces in its Latest Annual 2020 Flash Report

Jul 16, 2020 10:00 AM ET

G&A Institute announces the results of its annual S&P 500 sustainability reporting analysis.
90% of the S&P 500 published corporate sustainability reports, an all-time high!

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru of America Sponsors Pennsylvania Horticultural Society's Harvest 2020 Hunger Relief Initiative

Jul 16, 2020 9:25 AM ET

Today, Subaru of America, Inc. has announced that it will serve as the exclusive automotive sponsor of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s (PHS) Harvest 2020 initiative, a comprehensive program aimed at increasing food production and combatting food insecurity throughout the region.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Watch Land Betterment Corporation's Impact Minute Episode 7

Jul 16, 2020 9:20 AM ET

Land Betterment Corporation, an environmental solutions company fostering positive impact through upcycling former coal mining sites to create sustainable community development and job creation, releases Episode 7 of its Impact Minute video blog.

Innovation & Technology

UPS Longitudes | The Power of the Pedal

Jul 16, 2020 8:50 AM ET

In 1907, two teenagers with one bicycle between them started a business running errands, shuttling notes and telegrams and making home deliveries by foot and by bike. Eventually, their fledgling messenger service became what is now UPS.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Bacardi Gives Reopened Bars in Europe a Post-Lockdown Boost

Jul 16, 2020 8:40 AM ET

While respecting each country’s local government health and safety guidelines, 2,500 Bacardi employees will each invite three friends or family members to enjoy a cocktail at reopened bars across Europe.

Health & Healthcare

Novartis Launches First-of-Its-Kind Not-for-Profit Portfolio of Medicines for Symptomatic Treatment of COVID-19

Jul 16, 2020 2:15 AM ET

Novartis announced a new initiative to help patients in low-income and lower-middle-income countries access affordable medicines to treat the major symptoms of COVID-19 – a critical need in the absence of a vaccine or curative treatment.

Health & Healthcare

Novartis lance le tout premier portefeuille de médicaments à but non lucratif pour le traitement symptomatique du COVID-19

Jul 16, 2020 2:15 AM ET

Novartis a annoncé, aujourd’hui, une nouvelle initiative visant à donner accès aux patients de pays à faibles revenus et à revenus intermédiaires (PFR; PRI) à des médicaments abordables pour traiter les principaux symptômes du COVID-19 – un besoin qui s’avère crucial en l’absence de vaccin ou de traitement curatif.

Environment

Paul Wheaton Pt. I: Home Heating Solutions

Jul 15, 2020 8:30 PM ET

Many of us are spending a whole lot more time at home these days, and are consequently knee-deep in a bunch of home improvement projects.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Verizon Announces New Responsible Business Plan: Citizen Verizon

Jul 15, 2020 8:00 PM ET

Verizon announces new responsible business plan: Citizen Verizon

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Schneider Electric Nigeria: Tomorrow Rising Web Series Episode 2 Preview

Jul 15, 2020 4:15 PM ET

Schneider Electric presents Tomorrow Rising: a web series showcasing our international energy training program for determined people and young entrepreneurs from underprivileged backgrounds.

Green Infrastructure

World's First Certified Zero Carbon Sports Venue Will Prove Green Building Is Possible at Any Size If Climate Action Is Priority

Jul 15, 2020 3:45 PM ET

Climate Pledge Arena aims to be the first International Living Future Institute Zero Carbon certified professional sports venue in the world.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Merck Receives Top Score of 100 on 2020 Disability Equality Index

Jul 15, 2020 3:40 PM ET

For the sixth year in a row, Merck has been recognized as a Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion, receiving a score of 100% on the 2020 Disability Equality Index (DEI). This is the third year that the company has...

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Medtronic: It Takes a Village

Jul 15, 2020 3:00 PM ET

We, Medtronic, understand the power of unity and will join the fight to find solutions within the supply chain space.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

CNH Industrial Partners With Habitat for Humanity International

Jul 15, 2020 3:00 PM ET

The CNH Industrial Foundation and Habitat for Humanity International today announced a partnership to help families in need of affordable housing.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Scotiabank Publishes Green Bond Report

Jul 15, 2020 1:55 PM ET

The Bank of Nova Scotia [Scotiabank] today announced the publication of its Green Bond Report, which outlines the estimated impact of the use of proceeds from its inaugural Green Bond.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

United Airlines Named a Top Company for Disability Inclusion for Fifth Consecutive Year

Jul 15, 2020 12:55 PM ET

United Airlines was recognized for the fifth consecutive year as a top-scoring company and best place to work for disability inclusion with a perfect score of 100 on the 2020 Disability Equality Index (DEI).

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Black & Veatch Selects 18 Partners to Participate in COVID-19 Response Accelerator

Jul 15, 2020 12:35 PM ET

Hear directly from many of these companies during the upcoming IgniteX COVID-19 Response Accelerator Virtual Showcase on Wednesday, July 22, from 2-3:30 PM CST. Register here.

Diversity & Inclusion

UPS Names Angela Hwang to Board of Directors

Jul 15, 2020 12:30 PM ET

UPS (NYSE:UPS) announced that its board of directors has appointed Angela Hwang to the board, effective immediately.

Health & Healthcare

Advocacy Through Action: Protecting Massachusetts Nursing Home Residents and Staff from COVID-19

Jul 15, 2020 12:20 PM ET

Biogen is honored to support organizations that are not only protecting the most vulnerable during the COVID-19 crisis, but that are contributing to a better national conversation about how society can manage spread of the virus.

Events, Media & Communications

FREE WEBINAR | The Path to Carbon Positive Interior Finishes and Urban Development

Jul 15, 2020 12:05 PM ET

A talk by Paul Makovsky, Carlos Martinez, Andrea Cooper (LEED AP CDT), Jackie Dettmar and Robert Marshall Gensler, International Living Future Institute, Mohawk Group and Mohawk

Diversity & Inclusion

Employee Spotlight: What Makes T-Mobile a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion

Jul 15, 2020 11:55 AM ET

For the fourth consecutive year, the Un-carrier received a 100% score from Disability Equality Index, a joint initiative of Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities.

Health & Healthcare

Keeping Teens Vape Free

Jul 15, 2020 11:30 AM ET

According to the Food and Drug Administration, 5 million youth in the United States currently use e-cigarettes: 1 in 4 high school students (27.5%) and 1 in 10 middle school students (10.5%). Vaping increases a person’s chance of experiencing...

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Things to Consider Before Buying a Home During COVID-19

Jul 15, 2020 11:00 AM ET