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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

How DC Habitat is Empowering Families to Thrive Through Stability, Equity, and Self-Reliance

Apr 17, 2017 12:55 PM ET

Washington, D.C. is in the midst of a serious affordable housing shortage. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) considers housing to be affordable if a person spends no more than 30% of his or her income towards rent or a mortgage.

Innovation & Technology

When Energy Storage Joins the Blockchain the Entire Energy Community Benefits

Apr 17, 2017 12:15 PM ET

Answering the call for increasing energy self-reliance, a grassroots electricity-sharing model is emerging. “Community microgrids,” comprising community-owned or subscribed solar PV and other renewable energy sources, offer participants and surrounding consumers the security of energy resilience in times of grid failure and protection from energy price increases driven by volatile energy markets.

Environment

Why We Are Excited For ILTA 2017 (And You Should Be Too!)

Apr 17, 2017 11:35 AM ET

June 11-14, 2017 in Houston, TX - Thousands of terminal industry professionals meet at ILTA's annual international operating conference and trade show in order to network with peers, share best practices, find solutions and learn about the latest in equipment and technology. Following the conference, attendees can visit with almost 350 companies at ILTA's 2017 trade show, including Antea Group.

Diversity & Inclusion

Major Leaguers Provide $42,000 Grant to Honor Legacy of Jackie Robinson

Apr 17, 2017 11:30 AM ET

Major League baseball players will once again proudly bestow a $42,000 grant from the Players Trust to the Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF), the Trust announced on Friday, April 14 – the day before the baseball world celebrated the 70th anniversary of when Jackie made his Major League debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers and, by doing so, courageously shattered the game’s color barrier.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Sustainability is No Longer Optional for Suppliers

Apr 17, 2017 11:15 AM ET

With several governments internationally developing and implementing Climate Change, Circular Economy and Zero Waste Policies, global firms are already taking a proactive approach to supply chain risk management, while others are taking a riskier “wait and see approach”.

Green Infrastructure

Green Power in India

Apr 17, 2017 11:15 AM ET

VMware India recently sealed a deal with its builders to enable two of its largest buildings based in the city of Bangalore – Kalyani Vista and Kalyani Magnum – to receive 85% of their power from renewable energy. Kalyani Vista will receive wind energy for close to 438,000 sq. ft while Kalyani Magnum will receive energy for nearly 206,212 sq.ft from wind power turbines located in the State of Karnataka.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

ACCP Presents Shannon Schuyler the 2017 Ignite Impact Award

Apr 17, 2017 11:00 AM ET

Shannon Schuyler, Principal, Chief Purpose Officer & Corporate Responsibility Leader, PwC, was awarded the 2017 ACCP Ignite Award for her exceptional leadership in the corporate responsibility field.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Avista Receives National Utility Customer Service Award

Apr 17, 2017 11:00 AM ET

Avista recently received the Edison Electric Institute’s 2017 National Key Accounts Award for Outstanding Customer Service. The award is given to electric companies that provide superior service to national, multi-site energy customers. Avista was one of only eight recipients chosen by customers in a nationwide open-ballet process.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Home is the Key to Stability for Carlos and his Family

Apr 17, 2017 10:40 AM ET

After moving from Puerto Rico a decade ago, Neryann and her family uprooted four times before becoming Habitat for Humanity Pinellas County homeowners, in Florida.

Events, Media & Communications

National Grid Celebrates Lineworker Appreciation Day

Apr 17, 2017 10:30 AM ET

Because of their unwavering efforts and commitment to customers, National Grid is proud to recognize the field force on National Lineman Appreciation Day, which falls on April 18.

Environment

Thinking About a Corporate Wastewater Program? What You Need to Know

Apr 17, 2017 10:15 AM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Skating to Success in Harlem

Apr 17, 2017 10:10 AM ET

In our current political climate, characterized by confusion, vitriol, and disruption, practicing servant leadership is more important than ever. Servant leaders are those who place the needs of the group ahead of their own and use empathy to create environments in which everyone can thrive. At the PIMCO Foundation, this philosophy is visible in our volunteering initiatives and in the focus of our grant making. In our view, an ethos of caring for others is the cornerstone of healthy societies. We firmly believe that volunteering builds this spirit of community empowerment; it can be transformative. In my own experience, it has both moved and molded me. It has been my privilege to work with others who embody these same values.

Social Impact & Volunteering

KIRO 7 and The Trust For Public Land Launch Seattle’s 2017 Cox Conserves Heroes Awards Program

Apr 17, 2017 10:05 AM ET

KIRO 7, in partnership with The Trust for Public Land, today launched Seattle’s 2017 Cox Conserves Heroes program to honor local environmental volunteers.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PepsiCo Supports the Flint, MI Community

Apr 17, 2017 10:00 AM ET

Events, Media & Communications

The CollaborateUp Formula

Apr 17, 2017 10:00 AM ET

The CollaborateUp Formula for forming, managing, and scaling partnerships outlines the deliberative steps needed to approach multi-stakeholder challenges for which there are no obvious responsible parties. The Formula combines a wealth of partnership-building experience, adapted rapid development tools, and elements of the Lean Startup methodology, to give practitioners the agility to identify and pursue a path forward, no matter the context.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whole Planet Foundation® Prosperity Campaign Raises $3.4 Million

Apr 17, 2017 9:30 AM ET

Environment

April is #SubaruLovestheEarth Month

Apr 17, 2017 9:15 AM ET

Environment

1% for the Planet Harnesses the Power of Individuals

Apr 17, 2017 9:15 AM ET

In recent months, numerous organizations have seen immense increases in donations in response to current political events. Companies have stood up for core beliefs with charitable donations, but individuals are also looking to support their values - and many reach for their wallets to do so. One organization realized consumers’ need to demonstrate support via donations and is simplifying the donation process.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Sands China Supports Local Macao Welfare Shop for Fifth Consecutive Year

Apr 17, 2017 9:15 AM ET

A group of 40 Sands China Care Ambassadors volunteered their time in February at Macau Holy House of Mercy’s Welfare Shop, helping distribute over 350 food hampers to disadvantaged families, sending them New Year’s blessings for the Year of the Rooster. The event marks the fifth consecutive year of Sands China Ltd.’s support, which also included a donation of MOP 300,000 presented by Sands China President Dr. Wilfred Wong to help needy families facing financial hardships. The food hampers contained items like rice, noodles, biscuits, canned food, cooking oil, toothpaste, and shower gel.

Research, Reports & Publications

General Mills' 2017 Global Responsibility Highlights

Apr 17, 2017 9:05 AM ET

General Mills’ 2017 Global Responsibility Report highlights much of our important work and progress over the last year across four key focus areas: our food, our planet, our workplace and our community.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

April Declared Safe Digging Month in Michigan; Consumers Energy Offers Tips to Complete Projects Safely

Apr 17, 2017 9:05 AM ET

Consumers Energy has safety tips for do-it-yourselfers and contractors gearing up for digging projects this spring, and Gov. Rick Snyder is declaring April as Dig Safely Month to reinforce the importance of these reminders to Michigan residents.

Energy

Unreasonable Impact: The Power to Transform 100 Million Lives by 2020: Q&A with d.light

Apr 17, 2017 9:05 AM ET

Energy is essential to generate a livelihood and improve quality of life. Over one billion people around the world, though, continue to live without access to electricity, the majority of them in Africa and Asia. According to the World Bank, nearly another three billion people rely on wood or other biomass for cooking and heating, which produces air pollution that causes millions of deaths every year.

Innovation & Technology

HP's Technologies for Everyone Series | Energy for Everyone

Apr 17, 2017 9:05 AM ET

The “Technologies for Everyone” series, created on Brain Candy, is motivated by the need to make fundamental technical disciplines readily available to everyone at HP. Employees interested in expanding their breadth and depth of knowledge can easily tap into this resource and find themselves immersed in a wealth of disciplines.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Whole Foods Market Commissions Official Fiesta Medals

Apr 17, 2017 9:00 AM ET

Every city has a signature festival. Albuquerque has hot air balloons, Pasadena has the Tournament of Roses. And San Antonio has Fiesta! Fiesta, celebrating it’s 125th anniversary, is the Party With a Purpose and the funds raised by official Fiesta events provide services to San Antonio citizens throughout the year.

Energy

The Future of the Digital Water Utility

Apr 17, 2017 9:00 AM ET