ESG News from Leading Brands

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Trane Acquires CALMAC Corporation, a Leading Energy Storage Company

Nov 8, 2017 10:30 AM ET

Trane®, a leading global provider of indoor comfort systems and services and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, announced that it has acquired CALMAC® Corporation, a privately held company specializing in cool energy technologies including IceBank® storage tanks.

Environment

Ecocentricity Blog: The Coolest Spaceship Ever

Nov 8, 2017 10:30 AM ET

I’m not quite sure humanity has developed the ingenuity yet to design and engineer such a craft. But fortunately, I have good news!

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Hunger Is, A Joint Charitable Initiative of the Albertsons Companies Foundation and the Entertainment Industry Foundation, Has Raised More Than $20 Million in Total to Fight Childhood Hunger

Nov 8, 2017 10:30 AM ET

The Albertsons Companies Foundation and the Entertainment Industry Foundation (EIF) announced today their 2017 in-store, month-long campaign raised more than $5 million in donations for Hunger Is, a joint charitable initiative designed to raise awareness and funds to end childhoo

Responsible Production & Consumption

WBCSD's Panorama Podcast | Heineken: From Barley to Bar

Nov 8, 2017 10:15 AM ET

Energy

Consumers Energy Says Help is Available for Those in Need as Winter Weather Sets in Across Michigan

Nov 8, 2017 10:15 AM ET

As freezing temperatures start to settle in across Michigan, Consumers Energy is reminding Michigan families, seniors and those in need that now is the time to reach out for help with winter heating costs.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

11 GM Sites Achieve Conservation Certification

Nov 8, 2017 10:15 AM ET

As General Motors continues scaling its efforts to restore, protect and promote biodiversity, 11 more sites have earned Conservation Certification from the Wildlife Habitat Council. The company is using its land, resources and partnerships to help address pressing global biodiversity issues.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Cox and the Trust for Public Land Announce John Walther as Louisiana’s 2017 Cox Conserves Hero

Nov 8, 2017 10:00 AM ET

Cox Communications and The Trust for Public Land last night named John Walther as Louisiana’s 2017 Cox Conserves Hero during an opening reception at the Center for Planning Excellence’s (CPEX) Louisiana Smart Growth Summit. Coastal Conservation Association of Louisiana (CCA Louisiana), Walther’s nonprofit beneficiary, will receive $10,000.

Education

Amgen Scholars Alumni Hlib Razumkov Traveled From University of Toronto to University of Tokyo to Conduct Research

Nov 8, 2017 10:00 AM ET

My interest in science was ignited by my chemistry teachers and the spirit of the Science Olympiad. In my middle school, there were student subject competitions on different levels ranging from regional to international. By coincidence, my chemistry teacher was a key figure in the Ukrainian Olympiad movement. She introduced me to this entirely new world – full of studying advanced and fascinating concepts, the spirit of competition, and many bright personalities.

Energy

Bloomberg New Energy Finance Releases Preliminary Findings From Its Annual Climatescope Report

Nov 8, 2017 9:50 AM ET

Bloomberg New Energy Finance today released preliminary findings from its annual Climatescope report in time for the beginning of the COP23 climate negotiations in Bonn. Climatescope examines clean energy market conditions in developing countries annually.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PHOTOS: Daddy Yankee Helps Families in Caguas, Puerto Rico, by Distributing Shelter Repair Kits with Habitat for Humanity and Save the Children

Nov 8, 2017 9:45 AM ET

Puerto Rico native, rapper, producer and “Despacito” singer Daddy Yankee joined volunteers in Caguas today to distribute shelter repair kits to families.

Yankee’s work with Habitat for Humanity and Save the Children is part of his commitment to help Puerto Rico rebuild following Hurricane Maria. He has pledged to donate $250,000 and raise an additional $1.5 million for the recovery.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

JetBlue For Good Month Kicks-Off By Restoring Play for More Than 2,200 Children

Nov 8, 2017 9:30 AM ET

JetBlue recently announced JetBlue For Good Month, a month of kindness and good deeds taking place in November. Throughout this month of philanthropy, the airline is bringing customers and crewmembers on board to join in giving back. Nearly 300 crewmember volunteers have joined JetBlue and KaBOOM! to build playgrounds in three of JetBlue’s focus cities, restoring play for more than 2,200 children and their families in underserved areas in Boston, Los Angeles, and New York. Over the past 12 years, JetBlue and KaBOOM! have partnered to build 27 playgrounds, providing safe play spaces for more than 60,000 children and their families.

Events, Media & Communications

Attend: Business of Kindness Regional Forum in Washington, DC

Nov 8, 2017 9:30 AM ET

Join the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Born This Way Foundation, and Deloitte on November 17, for the Business of Kindness Regional Forum. Learn from business leaders, academics, and community partners on why they are championing kindness in the workplace and how you can foster it in yours.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

VIDEO | eBay Everyday Heroes: Tackling Opioid Addiction

Nov 8, 2017 9:15 AM ET

In the US, there's a chance you know someone struggling with opioid addiction—especially in rural communities. That's why eBay seller UpaknShip is doing all it can to offer employment to those committed to recovery.

Environment

Domtar's Evolution Means Increased Viability for Forestry

Nov 8, 2017 9:15 AM ET

It's an exciting time to be at Domtar and a member of the forestry community, Domtar Pulp & Paper President Mike Garcia said recently while speaking to a group of landowners and foresters at the South Carolina Forestry Association's annual meeting.

Green Infrastructure

International Well Building Institute Remains Committed to Performance, Because Human Health Demands It

Nov 8, 2017 9:05 AM ET

The International WELL Building Institute™ (IWBI™) today released its Manufacturer’s Guide to WELL™, a guide that aims to help manufacturers who produce sustainable building products and materials navigate the WELL Building Standard™. IWBI used the occasion to reiterate its intention to keep the global WELL Building Standard (WELL) focused on setting design and policy protocols and performance thresholds that buildings and communities should strive to achieve to improve the health of the people in those spaces.

Energy

Global Forces Drive Natural Gas Supply and Demand

Nov 8, 2017 9:00 AM ET

As much as recent natural gas industry dynamics are influenced by price, the reality is that the global market always is truly driven by supply and demand. Where gas reserves reside, where energy demand is needed, and how supply is being transported all tell a more holistic story of the market’s dynamics. The current disparity in supply and demand is giving natural gas buyers the upper hand in negotiating contracts and is affecting how organizations throughout the value chain are planning for the future.

Events, Media & Communications

Panel of Experts Talk Corporations and the Global Refugee Crisis at the BSR Conference 2017

Nov 8, 2017 9:00 AM ET

At the BSR Conference 2017, a panel of experts from the private sector gathered on stage to discuss what business can do to help solve the global refugee crisis. Panelists included TripAdvisor President and CEO Stephen Kaufer, MercyCorps Chief Executive Officer Neal Keny-Guyer, and Executive Vice President of Sustainability and President of Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth Shamina Singh.

Diversity & Inclusion

Wings for Autism VIDEO | HP Partners with The Arc & SkyWest Airlines

Nov 8, 2017 8:45 AM ET

In a special partnership, HP and The Arc gave autistic children the chance to rehearse and adjust to air travel at Fresno-Yosemite International airport. HP helped families print their experiences to take back home and use for future travels.

Diversity & Inclusion

De Beers Management Accountant, Chrishilde Metcalfe, Explains How She Makes a Difference.

Nov 8, 2017 8:30 AM ET

Management accountant Chrishilde Metcalfe says women should aim high – but it can be lonely at the top.

Green Infrastructure

Heading to Greenbuild? Here’s How to Maximize Your Experience.

Nov 8, 2017 8:25 AM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Regional Impact Assessment Unveiled at Southern Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit, Presented by Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth and Sands Cares

Nov 8, 2017 8:10 AM ET

With support from the UNLV Greenspun College of Urban Affairs and the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the event showcased the youth homelessness issue through data and personal stories, as well as insights from a range According to a new assessment developed by the UNLV Greenspun College of Urban Affairs, Southern Nevada is facing a youth homelessness crisis, leading the nation in incidence rates with a service delivery system that is ill-equipped to handle the case load.

Media & Communications

Ideagen Global Welcomes New Global Chairman and CEO, George Sifakis

Nov 8, 2017 8:05 AM ET

Ideagen proudly announces the appointment of our new Global Chairman and CEO, George Sifakis. George brings two decades of experience including appointments for two Presidents of the United States, most recently serving as one of approximately twenty Senior Staff as Assistant to the President and Director of the Office of Public Liaison.

Research, Reports & Publications

Sustainability at Fetzer Vineyards: A Regenerative Approach to Enhancing Environment and Communities

Nov 8, 2017 8:00 AM ET

Fetzer Vineyards, a pioneer in sustainable winegrowing, announces the release of Road to Regeneration: Corporate Consciousness Report, highlighting key milestones achieved through 2016 and plans for a Net Positive future.

Green Infrastructure

Architects, Designers, and Specifiers Gain Increased Access to SCS Green Products Guide Through Integration With Origin and Mindful Materials Product Platforms

Nov 8, 2017 7:35 AM ET

SCS Global Services (SCS) today announced automated integration of its Green Products Guide certification data into the Origin Material Data Hub and the mindful MATERIALS (mM) green building product transparency platform. Manufacturers whose products achieve SCS certifications will now automatically have their product data showcased not only on the SCS Green Products Guide, but also on the Origin and mindful MATERIALS (mM) searchable databases.

Education

CITGO Announces First Annual National STEM Day Celebration

Nov 7, 2017 7:00 PM ET

CITGO Petroleum Corporation will host its first annual National STEM Day Celebration on November 8, 2017 to honor the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) community and draw attention to the progress made in the advancement of STEM education. The event will take place at the West Houston Institute and is in celebration of National STEM Day, which was established to encourage children to explore and pursue their interests in STEM.