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IOC Announces Latest List of Global Young Change-Maker Initiatives

Social Impact & Volunteering

Supported by seed-funding from the IOC of up to CHF 5,000, the new YCM cycle will see 50 new and ongoing initiatives undertaken worldwide over the next 12 months. The previous 2018-19 cycle delivered 39 life-changing projects globally.

Practitioner Spotlight--Alanna Garrison

Environment

Antea Group spotlights Alanna Garrison, a dynamic, successful health and safety practitioner from New Jersey.

From Minnesota to Africa, Local Nonprofit Connects Food Experts Worlds Apart

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Minnesota-based Partners in Food Solutions connects U.S. food experts with smaller African companies looking for new ways to feed large populations.

AccountAbility Releases Korean Translation of the AA1000 AccountAbility Principles (AA1000AP, 2018)

Research, Reports & Publications

AccountAbility has released the Korean translation of its latest sustainability management framework and guidance document – the AccountAbility Principles (AA1000AP, 2018).

Hydroponic School Gardens: How ScottsMiracle-Gro and No Kid Hungry Are Providing Fresh Food Options in Schools

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

This grant is part of an initiative by The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation, in partnership with No Kid Hungry, to increase healthy food access and reduce hunger among kids who need it most.

MilliporeSigma Employee Spotlight: Jacqueline Ignacio

We’re sitting down with Jacqueline Ignacio, global manager, customer sustainability solutions at MilliporeSigma, to learn more about the work she’s doing to change the way the life science industry looks at waste.

Black & Veatch: Electric Industry Must Adapt, Embrace the Concept of ‘New Energy’

Energy

Electric utilities are navigating one of the industry’s most dynamic times across diverse geographies and stakeholders, presented with a mix of opportunities.

The Better Choice: U.S. Cotton

Environment

Marc Doyon, VP Commodities, Gildan Activewear talks about how sustainably-grown and ethically harvested U.S. cotton is the better choice.

Our Favorite Recycled Shoes for 2019 Will Reduce Your Ecological Footprint

Responsible Production & Consumption

When it comes to helping the environment, it’s pretty much impossible for a single person to make a noticeable difference on their own.

20 Things to Know About CTV at 20 Years Old

Innovation & Technology

Since its inception in 1999, Chevron Technology Ventures has pushed energy’s frontiers through the continuous pursuit of new business models and externally developed technologies.

Fifth Third’s Byna Elliott and Stephanie Smith Recognized Among Most Influential Women in Corporate America

Diversity & Inclusion

Byna Elliott, senior vice president and chief community and economic development officer, and Stephanie Smith, chief diversity and inclusion officer, have been named to Savoy Magazine’s 2019 list of the Most Influential Women in Corporate America.

Rebuilding Together Elects New Members to National Board of Directors

Media & Communications

Rebuilding Together, the leading national nonprofit organization providing critical home repairs and revitalizing our communities today announced the election of two members to its national board of directors.

Carnival Corporation Promotes Chris Donald to Senior VP, Corporate Environmental Compliance

Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world's largest leisure travel company, yesterday announced the promotion of Chris Donald to senior vice president of corporate environmental compliance.

Smithfield Foods Launches Plant-Based Protein Portfolio Under Pure Farmland™ Brand

Responsible Production & Consumption

Offered in sustainable packaging with trays made from more than 50% recycled material, Pure Farmland has committed to empower local farmers and farms by partnering with the American Farmland Trust.

Can Organized Philanthropy Learn To Learn?

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Since posting Is There A Role For Philanthropy In Renewing Democracy a month ago, several colleagues have suggested that organized philanthropy need to get their own houses in order before they worry about such issues as renewing democracy.

From Science Fair to Scientist: How One 6th Grader’s Research Could Change the World

Education

Yin-Ying Lu has worked for Schneider Electric for the last 20 years as an engineer partnered with customers on improving their SCADA systems by optimizing generation and delivery of power.

Village Capital, MetLife Foundation, and PayPal Launch Finance Forward

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Village Capital today announced the launch of Finance Forward — a global coalition created with MetLife Foundation, PayPal, and local partners to support more than 100 early-stage entrepreneurs building tech-enabled solutions.

Plant-Based Beyond Meat Products Help Aramark Drive Climate-Healthy Culinary Innovation

Sustainable Development Goals

With more and more consumers looking for plant-based meal options, Aramark chefs are using products, like Beyond Meat’s delicious burgers, sausage, crumbles and more, to expand menu selections and provide the choices that meet individual lifestyles.

CNH Industrial India Commits to Improving Water Conservation in Communities Near Its Greater Noida Plant

Social Impact & Volunteering

CNH Industrial (NYSE:CNHI / MI:CNHI), Industry Leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for eight years running, held a ceremony on August 2 to mark the beginning of a new water conservation program in India’s northern state of Uttar Pradesh.

A Systematic Approach Is Needed to Overcome the Talent Gap

About ten years or so ago, Essilor's leadership began challenging us to apply our mission of “improving lives by improving sight” to everybody on this planet, not just for consumers like you and me who live in developed countries and the top cities in the world.

Merck Named a 2020 Military Friendly® Employer

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Merck is honored to be named a 2020 Military Friendly® Silver Employer, marking the eleventh consecutive year the company has received the Military Friendly® designation. The Military Friendly Employers list has come to set the standard for organizations to provide the best opportunities for veterans and their spouses.

Carnival Corporation Names Peter C. Anderson as Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer

Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world's largest leisure travel company, today announced the appointment of Peter C. Anderson to the newly created position of chief ethics and compliance officer.

How Caterpillar’s Strategy Is Helping to Build a Better World

Research, Reports & Publications

As Caterpillar executes its enterprise strategy, it is not only driving growth, but also furthering the company's sustainability journey.