When Wind Powers a Local Economy
Local blades, made and deployed in the UK, will secure skilled British jobs for the long term. They'll ensure that future generations benefit from more secure and sustainable, low-carbon energy, cementing Britain’s position as the world leader in offshore wind. That’s Ingenuity for life.
GRI Podcasts: Beyond Reports - Episode 5, Elaine Cohen
In this month's episode of Beyond Reports, listen to Elaine Cohen, founder of the social and environmental business consulting firm Beyond Business Ltd and member of GRI's GOLD Community. Elaine talks about the challenges facing businesses as they try to improve the quality of their sustainability reporting.
Find the Metrics for Success: How to Evaluate Your Employee Volunteer Program
In honor of VM Summit 16, which is all about corporate/ nonprofit collaboration, this series of volunteerism-related blog posts will take one topic and explain how it’s relevant to both groups. Today’s topic? Metrics for success. Check out our other blog, Engaging Volunteers, for the same topic from the perspective of corporate volunteer program managers.
GRI and Switzerland Partner to Foster Job Opportunities in the Developing World
Today, GRI and the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) announced the start of the second phase of the Corporate Sustainability and Reporting for Competitive Business (CSRCB) program, which helps small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the developing world, use sustainability reporting to gain better access to global value chains. Entering global value chains will contribute to creating more job and income opportunities in the target countries.
Nespresso Joins Forces with Australia Post to Make Recycling More Accessible
Nespresso has announced a collaboration with Australia Post that will significantly extend the reach of its recycling program, particularly for those living in rural areas. By using a special post satchel, consumers can now mail their used aluminium capsules back to Nespresso through the post back program.
Whirlpool Corp. and Lake Forest Middle School Join BEST Program
For more than 24 years, the Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce has united businesses with local schools to benefit both “best.” BEST, an acronym for Business & Education Serving Together, is a workforce development initiative of the Chamber of Commerce that seeks through these partnerships to enhance the quality of life for the community and provide business support for educational programs.
Darden for Life – Brian Hodge of Olive Garden
For some of Darden team members, creating great dining experiences for our guests is so fulfilling that it becomes their life’s work. Today we hear from one of our longtime team members whose years of achievement inspire us all.
Finding a Home at Olive Garden
Ian Nason persevered through homelessness and a difficult upbringing to achieve new heights as Director of Operations for Olive Garden.
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