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5th GRI Global Conference - Secure Your Early Bird Registration Today!

Events, Media & Communications

Friday 29 January is the early bird registration deadline - ending at midnight CET. Secure your place now at the leading global sustainability conference and save up to 20% on the fee!

The Elephant in the 10-K: Carbon Asset Risk

Environment

Large US oil and gas companies are not adequately disclosing to their investors the risk that a portion of their carbon-based assets could be left stranded. Ceres, in collaboration with CookESG Research, recently launched a new version of its SEC Sustainability Disclosure Search Tool, helping users to explore narrative disclosures relevant to assessing carbon asset risk by companies in high-emitting industries.

Helping Latino Students in STEM

Education

Maria Medina-Alva, 22, is the president of Cal Poly Pomona’s Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers. She’s also president of the Alpha Pi Mu Industrial Engineering Honors Society.

Lockheed Martin Receives Silver Class Distinction in 2016 RobecoSAM Corporate Sustainability Yearbook

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Lockheed Martin was recognized as the top U.S. aerospace and defense leader for economic, environmental and social sustainability in the latest RobecoSAM Corporate Sustainability Yearbook

Deloitte to Sponsor US Para-Equestrian Dressage Team and National Championships

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce that Deloitte is now the presenting sponsor of the US Para-Equestrian Dressage Team and the US Para-Equestrian Dressage National Championships through 2018.

P&O Cruises and Cunard Winning the War on Waste

Environment

The two Carnival UK brands of P&O Cruises and Cunard report major progress in reducing both fuel consumption and emissions during its cruise operations.

Points of Light Civic Accelerator Founder Ayesha Khanna Named to Foreign Policy Magazine’s List of Top 100 Global Thinkers

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Ayesha Khanna, who created the Points of Light Civic Accelerator to support startups with social missions and citizen action, was recently named to Foreign Policy magazine’s Leading Global Thinkers of 2015, which includes heads of state, top minds in medicine and science, world-renowned artists and entrepreneurs at the forefront.

Calling All Student Explorers!

Education

DIRECTV and NatGeo Mundo are sending four lucky high school students on the adventure of a lifetime this summer. Encourage eligible students to apply today for their chance to go on a National Geographic Student Expedition of their choice!

SSD’s Astronaut Puppies Launch Their Service Dog Journey

Social Impact & Volunteering

One small step for a puppy, one giant leap for independence! Susquehanna Service Dogs' Astronaut puppies have launched their journey to becoming service dogs. These seven puppies are with their puppy raisers, learning how to change the lives of individuals with disabilities.

Quest Receives Bronze Class Sustainability Award 2016

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

As one of the top-scoring companies in our industry, Quest Diagnostics has qualified for inclusion in the 2016 edition of RobecoSAM’ s “The Sustainability Yearbook.” In the “Health Care Providers & Services” category, we received the Bronze Class distinction for our excellent sustainability performance. This is the third consecutive year that we’ve received the Bronze Class distinction. See our ranking here (Internet access required).

Applications are Now Open for the First of the 2016 GBCHealth Business Action on Health Awards: Focus on Women and Girls

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Apply now to be recognized for your company's commitment to the health and well-being of women and girls.

Inspiring a Woman a World Away - Paula Loyd's Incredible Legacy

Innovation & Technology

A woman who lost her life while serving as a Civil-Military Officer with the United Nations in Afghanistan is seeing her legacy being carried out through AT&T’s Peace Through Business program.

Get Answers to Your Questions About Going Solar

Energy

If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to save money on your electricity bills and/or lead a more green life, you might consider switching to a renewable energy such as emission-free solar power.

A Year of Transformation in Newark

Social Impact & Volunteering

As a member of the Newark community for 140 years, Prudential has had the distinct honor of helping to write the story of Newark. Seeing the sweeping change that took hold in 2015 on Broad Street and in Military Park –- in Newark’s core, I can’t help but believe that we are living through the beginning of the city’s newest chapter –- one focused on growth, transformation and of course, continued partnership and collaboration to ensure the very best future for the city.

TD Ranked Top North American Bank in the 2016 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World Index

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

TD Bank Group was named to the Global 100 index today, recognized as one of the world's most sustainable companies. TD is the top ranked North American bank to make the global list, placing 54th out of 100 companies – up 22 places from last year.

4 Ways Your Startup Benefits by Aligning with a Cause

Innovation & Technology

You’ve created a rock-solid business plan and lined up your financing -- everything seems to be in order for a successful launch of your startup.

Astellas Named to Corporate Knights’ 2016 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Astellas has been named one of Corporate Knights' 2016 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World.

The Viaskin Patch: A Technology Game-Changer in the World of Allergies

Health & Healthcare

An allergy is considered a ‘disease of the developed world’ because its increasing incidence is proportional to higher living standards.

Case Study: Unlocking Value of the SASB Standards

Bloomberg L.P. (“Bloomberg”) was the first company to disclose sustainability data using the provisional SASB standards.

Seven Steps to a Successful Corporate Donation Program

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

We have gathered insights and best practices from supporting hundreds of corporate donation programs with our CSR management solution. Here are seven key steps to maximize your impact!

ACCP Publishes 2016 Course Catalog

Events, Media & Communications

ACCP (Association of Corporate Contributions Professionals) has announced the release of the new 2016 ACCP Course Catalog. ACCP, the sole association dedicated to the professional development of Corporate Responsibility (CR) professionals, has consistently delivered high quality, practical training for thousands of individuals employed in a CR capacity. ACCP’s offerings, detailed in the 2016 ACCP Course Catalog, provide training to meet the needs of the CR professional regardless of where they are in their career path.

Speaker Lineup for 2016 International Women's Day Forum Grows Daily

Events, Media & Communications

On March 7 and 8, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Corporate Citizenship Center and United Nations Office for Partnerships will host the 6th Annual International Women's Day Forum, The Business of Inclusion: Global Prosperity through Women and Girls Empowerment. The event will convene more than 500 public and private sector leaders to explore inclusive solutions that create opportunities for women and girls around the world.