ESG News from Leading Brands

Events, Media & Communications

Leading CEOs on the Future of Sustainability Reporting

Jun 12, 2019 6:00 AM ET

The importance of sustainability reporting and ESG disclosures is increasing across the globe. Investors, NGOs and other key stakeholders are requesting greater transparency and disclosure – and this is impacting Board-level discussions within companies, across all industries.

Social Impact & Volunteering

From Exotic Felines to Teddy Bears, How Duke Energy Employees Made an Impact in May

Jun 11, 2019 6:30 PM ET

The numbers tell the story: 2,300 volunteers, 14,000-plus hours served, 267 projects completed, 3,500 hurricane kits packed and 1,286 teddy bears stuffed. These are just a few of the numbers that showcase the impact of Duke Energy In Action Month.

Social Impact & Volunteering

From Boston to Beijing: Record Number of Volunteers Make Change Happen

Jun 11, 2019 5:00 PM ET

In recent weeks, Comcast NBCUniversal and Sky employees gathered their friends, family members, nonprofit partners, and community leaders to participate in Comcast Cares Day 2019, one of the largest corporate days of service globally, and a celebration of our company’s year-round dedication to giving back.

Research, Reports & Publications

Supporting Nonprofits in their Digital Journey

Jun 11, 2019 4:40 PM ET

At VMware, we’re on a journey to put back more than we take, delivering long-term shared value for our stakeholders, and unlocking opportunities for all. As part of that journey, for the past three years, we’ve been working with the pro bono experts at Taproot Foundation, investing in tools and resources to help nonprofits build their technical capacity.

Diversity & Inclusion

Elizabeth Spenko, Northern Trust Director of Digital Experience Solutions, Named to the 2020 Class of Leadership Greater Chicago Fellows

Jun 11, 2019 3:55 PM ET

Congratulations to Elizabeth Spenko, Northern Trust Director of Digital Experience Solutions, on being named to the 2020 Class of Leadership Greater Chicago Fellows

Social Impact & Volunteering

Timberland Workers Build Nature Play Areas In Portsmouth, Dover

Jun 11, 2019 3:00 PM ET

The outdoor lifestyle company closed its global headquarters in Stratham for the day, as 300 of its employees took a paid day off to volunteer in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. On the Seacoast, they built various outdoor play spaces at Dondero School and Betty's Dream in Portsmouth, and at Seacoast Charter School in Dover.

Responsible Production & Consumption

How Regenerative Land and Livestock Management Practices Can Sequester Carbon

Jun 11, 2019 2:45 PM ET

Today, Harris operates his farm as an ecosystem, grazing cattle, sheep and poultry in rotations, using the Savory Institute’s holistic planned grazing model. Through holistic planned grazing, animals are frequently moved between paddocks with time between grazings built in for plant recovery. This process aims to mimic the way that wild herds of ruminants move across grasslands. As herds graze, dung, urine and old plant matter are trampled into the ground where they can decompose and enrich the soil’s network of microbial life. Dung beetles and other beneficial insects aerate the soil and move resources into the soil.

Events, Media & Communications

WEBINAR: 2019 Porter Novelli/Cone Purpose Biometrics Study: The Need-to-Know Data & Insights

Jun 11, 2019 2:40 PM ET

Join Porter Novelli and Cone for a webinar to learn about the findings and insights from the newly released 2019 Porter Novelli/Cone Purpose Biometrics Study. The complimentary webinar presentation of the 2019 Porter Novelli/Cone Purpose Biometrics Study is on June 18, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET.

Environment

World Oceans Day: Every Action Counts

Jun 11, 2019 2:35 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

National Grid Earns EEI Emergency Recovery Award for Storm Restoration Support Following Winter Storm Quiana

Jun 11, 2019 2:15 PM ET

National Grid has been named the recipient of Edison Electric Institute’s Emergency Recovery Award for the company’s exceptional performance in restoring power after Winter Storm Quiana impacted more than 365,000 customers across upstate New York and New England.

Environment

Our Journey to Accomplish 2020 Goals: Addressing Food Waste

Jun 11, 2019 2:00 PM ET

Our commitment to reducing food waste has been a critical part of our sustainability Journey to 2020 and another way Ingersoll Rand is helping to solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Our Brand Partnerships: Making a Positive Impact

Jun 11, 2019 1:00 PM ET

Whether investing in a local community, developing an innovative sustainable technology, or building a new global brand partnership with an athlete, club or racing team, our purpose is the same: We’re For Those Who Make The World.

Innovation & Technology

Trane Purchases EcoFactor’s Market-Leading Energy Intelligence Technology

Jun 11, 2019 1:00 PM ET

EcoFactor, Inc.’s energy intelligence software, the leading energy management technology for the connected home, has been purchased by Trane’s Residential HVAC business. EcoFactor’s cloud-based technology will power Trane’s Nexia Intelligence platform. The solution will help further Nexia’s leadership in smart home automation by providing unique artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities for energy efficiency and HVAC fault detection.

Environment

How Soil Can Create Sustainable Environments

Jun 11, 2019 12:55 PM ET

Cheddar visits Scotts Miracle-Gro headquarters in Ohio to learn about the science behind different types of soil...

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

International Justice Mission Announces Third Grant from Walmart.org to Combat Trafficking in Thai Fishing Industry

Jun 11, 2019 12:00 PM ET

International Justice Mission (IJM), the world’s largest international anti-slavery organization, has announced its third grant awarded by the Walmart Foundation to continue addressing human trafficking, also known as modern slavery, in the Thai fishing industry.

Environment

EHS Global Moments: U.S. Emergency Exits

Jun 11, 2019 11:35 AM ET

Antea Group’s blog discusses emergency exit requirements in the U.S.

Research, Reports & Publications

Las Vegas Sands Releases Newest Environmental Report

Jun 11, 2019 11:30 AM ET

This year was a year of sustainability milestones and achievements for Las Vegas Sands, the global Integrated Resort developer and operator with properties in Macao, Singapore, and Las Vegas. Detailed in their newest 2018 Environmental Report, the company highlights Sands ECO360 initiatives ranging from energy to waste and plastic, and expands on some of their most notable 2018 eco-moments.

Environment

#BeatAirPollution with Schneider Electric's Definitive Guide to Renewable Electricity

Jun 11, 2019 11:10 AM ET

It’s time to #BeatAirPollution. Air pollution requires urgent societal action, with businesses on the front lines of the fight for cleaner air. Many companies have set ambitious sustainability and renewables goals for 2020, including Schneider — with a commitment to be powered by 80% renewable electricity by 2020. We’re also helping other companies speed up their renewables adoption for cleaner air via a definitive guide to renewable electricity.

Energy

Smithfield Foods Marches Forward with Renewable Energy Projects

Jun 11, 2019 11:10 AM ET

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is pleased to announce the construction of new biogas gathering systems in Missouri and Utah, which bring the company steps closer to delivering renewable natural gas (RNG) to communities in multiple states using manure from its hog farms. Detailed in its recently released Sustainability Report, Smithfield’s “manure-to-energy” projects are part of Smithfield Renewables, the company’s platform that unifies and accelerates its renewable energy efforts to help meet its goal to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions 25% by 2025.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Bacardi Limited's Rick Wilson Appointed Vice Chairman of Responsibility.org Board

Jun 11, 2019 10:30 AM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

More Than 10,000 Racers Participated in the 16th Annual Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon, Raising Over $500,000 for Local Community Charities

Jun 11, 2019 10:00 AM ET

Known as "the people's marathon", over 10,000 participants lined up at the start line for one of the seven running events this weekend at the Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon, raising over $500,000 as part of the Scotiabank Charity Challenge.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Fair Trade USA® Raises the Bar for Cocoa Farmers

Jun 11, 2019 9:55 AM ET

Fair Trade USA announced today that it will increase its minimum price and premium for cocoa by 20 percent as of October 1, 2019 to move farmers closer to a living income and reduce the extreme poverty and child labor that is prevalent in West Africa’s cocoa fields.

Diversity & Inclusion

National Parks, Museums, and Grade 9 Civics – It’s about the Experiences that Bring Us Together

Jun 11, 2019 9:30 AM ET

Deciding to put roots down in a new location or a whole new country can be overwhelming. There are many reasons that can lead people to move, but what draws a person to stay? Feeling a sense of belonging to your community and society is one factor that can influence how comfortable you feel with where you live – whether you’re a newcomer or long-term resident.

Environment

The Movement Towards Natural & Organic Food and Healthy Lifestyles

Jun 11, 2019 9:05 AM ET

Consumer demand for healthier products continues to grow. With concerns ranging from the cost of healthcare to the effects of food and agriculture on climate change, consumers of all ages are opting for natural, organic and functional foods and beverages, nutritional supplements, natural medicines and other eco-friendly products from mission-based companies that share their values and address their concerns.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Advantages of Working for a Business with Purpose

Jun 11, 2019 9:00 AM ET

It’s not just millennials who are driving the change; it is a global shift. Nearly two in three consumers around the world buy based on belief, not just whatever catches their eye or is on sale. According to the latest Edelman survey, belief-driven buyers are now the majority in markets from China to Germany to the U.S., across age groups, and income levels.