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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

LIXIL Partners With Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio

Sep 18, 2019 12:05 PM ET

Through this partnership, LIXIL Americas will support 50% of the housing projects in the East Central Ohio chapters, providing a safe and comfortable shelter for hard working, low income families like Andrea's.

Education

Hallmark Applies Creative Talents to Benefit Music Students

Sep 18, 2019 12:05 PM ET

At a creative workshop in June, Hallmark artists used their creative talents on an unusual medium: broken and unplayable musical instruments.

Health & Healthcare

"Life Gives Me Hope." Rev. Elder Claude Bowen on HIV

Sep 18, 2019 12:00 PM ET

Claude Bowen is a Reverend based in Atlanta, Georgia, who has been involved with HIV advocacy for over 35 years. He works with THRIVE SS and found his purpose in service and in educating others on HIV infection, transmission, prevention, and care.

Media & Communications

United Airlines Mascot Gets Big-Time Eco-Makeover

Sep 18, 2019 11:50 AM ET

United's efforts to become a more environmentally-friendly airline now extend to the carrier's charming and very cuddly mascot.

Environment

What Would Keanu Do? How EHS Leaders Can Channel Iconic Reeves Characters

Sep 18, 2019 11:40 AM ET

If you’re an EHS leader at your company, our blog will help you emulate some fine Keanu characters, from embracing the future to inspiring your team.

Environment

230 Investors With USD $16.2 Trillion in AUM Call for Corporate Action on Deforestation, Signaling Support for the Amazon

Sep 18, 2019 11:40 AM ET

230 institutional investors representing $16.2 trillion in AUM are calling on companies to take action in light of the devastating fires in the Amazon, which have been fueled in part because of the deforestation happening in Brazil and Bolivia.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

FCA US Earns Spot on Latina Style “Best Companies for Latinas” List

Sep 18, 2019 11:15 AM ET

The editors of Latina Style magazine have selected FCA US LLC as one of the 2019 Top 50 Best Companies for Latinas to work in the U.S. The Company ranked #14 on the list, which will be featured in the magazine’s LS50 Report released in September.

Energy

LG Solar Panels Capture Coveted Five-Star Ranking

Sep 18, 2019 11:15 AM ET

LG Business Solutions USA earned an impressive five-star rating from the prestigious EnergySage Buyer’s Guide for LG’s cutting-edge NeON® 2, NeON R and Mono X™ solar panels.

Diversity & Inclusion

Comcast Partners With the American Association of People With Disabilities to Help Close the Digital Divide

Sep 18, 2019 11:05 AM ET

Comcast announced a series of initiatives designed to help address the digital divide for low-income Americans with disabilities through the Internet Essentials program.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

LA Kings Team Up With Make-A-Wish Foundation to Make Birthday Wish Come True for 11-Year-Old LA Kings Fan

Sep 18, 2019 11:00 AM ET

AEG’s LA Kings recently teamed up with Make-A-Wish Foundation to host a one-of-a-kind birthday party for 11-year-old LA Kings fan Christiann Villa on Sept. 9 at Toyota Sports Performance Center in El Segundo, Calif.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

AIDAmira: Christening for a Good Cause

Sep 18, 2019 11:00 AM ET

On November 30, 2019, the AIDA family is receiving a new member: Model and TV host Franziska Knuppe will christen the 14th fleet member with the name AIDAmira in Palma de Mallorca.

Diversity & Inclusion

Viacom Program Finds the Next Generation of Directing Talent

Sep 18, 2019 11:00 AM ET

Viacom’s ViewFinder director development program helps promising emerging directors from under-represented communities break into the industry.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Ecocentricity Blog: The Time Traveler's Car

Sep 18, 2019 10:30 AM ET

Decades from now, I think we’ll all look back on this time in the automotive industry as a turning point. Sure, Tesla might be a big winner looking back, but they won’t be the only ones.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Island Park Resident Helps Brings the Music Back to WWII Veteran’s Home

Sep 18, 2019 10:30 AM ET

Ninety-three-year-old World War II veteran Ralph Cavaliere recently realized the power of PSEG Long Island’s community service when more than a dozen employees visited his home to help make his nineties more joyful.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

From Monk to Money Manager

Sep 18, 2019 9:35 AM ET

I’ve always hated talking about money. Growing up in a rich family, I learned through the ­behavior of those around me that money and materialism were evil.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

ON Semiconductor 2019 Global CCEP and CSR Conference in Seoul, Korea

Sep 18, 2019 9:15 AM ET

In June, the ON Semiconductor Corporate Compliance and Ethics Program (CCEP) and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program held a joint biennial conference in Seoul, Korea.

Research, Reports & Publications

BCG’s Latest Report on Sustainability: “A Circular Solution to Plastic Waste”

Sep 18, 2019 9:00 AM ET

Plastics have delivered enormous societal benefits including providing product safety and enabling storage and complex transportation, among others.

Environment

Climate Week 2019: Time for Bold Commitments—and Action

Sep 18, 2019 9:00 AM ET

As we approach Climate Week, which kicks off with the UN Secretary General’s Climate Action Summit, it is clear that more action is needed.

Health & Healthcare

Impact Through HIV Advocacy: Nathan Townsend

Sep 18, 2019 6:00 AM ET

Nathan Townsend is a singer, songwriter, motivational speaker, creative director, and social advocate based in Fulton County, Georgia. He has been involved with HIV advocacy since 2005 and works with THRIVE SS to support people living with HIV...

Environment

Ian Urbina on "The Outlaw Ocean"

Sep 17, 2019 8:15 PM ET

This week on Sea Change Radio, we speak to Ian Urbina, a longtime investigative reporter for the New York Times whose latest book "The Outlaw Ocean" reveals many of the hidden costs of the seafood and shipping industries.

Green Infrastructure

AIDA President Felix Eichhorn Presents Green Cruising Strategy at UNWTO Summit in Saint Petersburg

Sep 17, 2019 6:00 PM ET

How can we use innovations to tackle climate change? That was one of the central questions at the UNWTO summit meeting which took place in Saint Petersburg (Russia) from September 10–13, 2019.

Sustainable Development Goals

Virginia Governor’s Executive Order to Accelerate Clean Energy Future is the Right Move for the Commonwealth

Sep 17, 2019 5:20 PM ET

Earlier today, Gov. Northam signed Executive Order 43, which set bold new goals to reach 30% renewable energy by 2030 and achieve 100% carbon-free electricity by 2050 in Virginia.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Bloomberg Launches Equity Benchmarks

Sep 17, 2019 3:50 PM ET

Bloomberg today announced that it now offers U.S. equity benchmark capabilities. The equity offering includes the Bloomberg U.S. Large Cap Index (ticker: B500) as well as growth, value and dividend indices.

Diversity & Inclusion

Finding Your Seat at the Table: Insights and Advice From Booz Allen’s “Leading Together” Series

Sep 17, 2019 3:15 PM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How We Decide: Our Approach to Effective Governance

Sep 17, 2019 3:00 PM ET

Domtar benefits from having empowered interdisciplinary groups of managers with a wide range of experiences and backgrounds to establish and execute our strategies for sustainability, diversity and inclusion.