Events, Media & Communications

Creating a Social Impact Program That Builds Business and Communities

Join thinkPARALLAX and Qualcomm™ Wireless Reach®, on Wednesday, December 7 at 10 AM PST, to learn how a social impact program can benefit both business objectives and communities.

Sustainable Development Goals

Our Approach to the UN Sustainable Development Goals

At Essity we believe that the work aimed at fulfilling the SDGs will make the world a little better at the same time as they create good business opportunities for companies around the world. Our focus is in the fields of health, hygiene and sanitation, where we have outstanding expertise. We at Essity are determined to do what we can to contribute to achieving the 17 SDGs.

Responsible Production & Consumption

PANDORA's Sustainable Gold and Silver Cycle

PANDORA source their gold and silver from refineries getting their materials from either responsible mining, or products that contain gold and silver, such as electronics or old jewellery. When the refining process is done, the gold and silver is 100% pure.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Nestlé Waters North America Holds Annual Celebration to Honor Our Dedicated Volunteers

Nestlé Waters North America today hosted our annual “Thanks for Giving” luncheon to honor employees’ volunteer efforts and commitment to supporting local communities and organizations.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Roadie Recap: Balancing the STEM Equation

Hopefully by now, you’ve heard all about our latest women in STEM-themed series, A Balanced Equation! But what you might not know is that behind the scenes, an awesome bunch of Roadtrip Nation roadies—Mimi, Jen, Kelsey, and Ellen—have been visiting schools, Boys and Girls Clubs, and STEM-focused organizations across the country, screening clips from the series for over 2,000 students and young adults.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Atlanta McIlwraith From Timberland on How She Supports Innovative Approaches to Natural Restoration Around the World and in Her Own Hometown

We recently sat down with Atlanta McIlwraith (@timberland_ATL), Senior Manager of Community Engagement at Timberland, to learn about the exciting work Timberland is doing to re-introduce organic crops and support communities with urban greening projects.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Eric Hespenheide Appointed to Chair GRI Board of Directors

Eric Hespenheide has been appointed as the Chairman of the GRI Board of Directors, effective 1 January 2018, bringing a wealth of multi-faceted experience in both financial and non-financial reporting to lead the organization into the next decade.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

U.S. Chamber Foundation Announces Winners of 18th Annual Corporate Citizenship Awards

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation last night named the winners of its annual Corporate Citizenship Awards, recognizing businesses for making a significant, positive impact on the communities and societies in which they operate.

Energy

Businesses Commend Virginia for Leadership in Cutting Carbon Emissions and Promoting Clean Energy

Businesses across Virginia are commending Gov. Terry McAuliffe’s proposed rule that would cut carbon dioxide emissions from the Commonwealth’s electricity sector by 30 percent between 2020 and 2030.

The McAuliffe Administration will present their proposal to the State Air Pollution Control Board later today in Richmond.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Ray C. Anderson Foundation Divests From Fossil Fuel Investments

“Fossil fuel divestment is both ethically and fiscally responsible,” said John A. Lanier, executive director of the Ray C. Anderson Foundation and one of Ray’s five grandchildren. “Investment has consequences, and we intend for our assets to grow by fueling renewable energy and other clean technologies that will combat climate change.”

Latest Campaigns

Climate Action & Environmental Management

Reach net-zero carbon in our own operations by 2030 and partner with suppliers to reduce their climate impact.

Financial health

At Wells Fargo, we're opening pathways to economic advancement for racially and ethnically diverse and low- and moderate-income individuals and...

Community Impact

Advancing our communities worldwide through philanthropic investments, partnerships, and employee volunteerism.

Accelerating access to healthcare technology

We believe technology can help close the world’s health gaps. By putting people first, we find new ways to advance health while reducing costs. And...

Growth Through Sustainability

Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...

The Ray

News and information about The Ray, Georgia's restorative, sustainable highway of the future.

Drawdown Georgia

Informed by Project Drawdown, the world’s leading resource for climate solutions, Drawdown Georgia is the first state-centered effort to crowdsolve...

AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism

AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...

People

As a family-owned business, Bacardi values the importance of creating a warm and welcoming workplace. We do so by fostering an environment where...

KeyBank's Community Investment

In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...