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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Sodexo Employees Support Military Families Abroad Through Coupon Collection Program

Nov 30, 2016 2:15 PM ET

November is Military Family Appreciation Month, and the Sodexo Employee Business Resource Group , HONOR, celebrated by leveraging the Support Our Troops® Troopons® program, which collects and sends coupons to military members stationed overseas and their families. To date, Sodexo teams have provided more than $3 million worth of coupons through the program.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Restaurateur Danny Meyer Sees a Future Where Guests Never Ask For the Check

Nov 30, 2016 2:00 PM ET

Wearing an Apple Watch probably won’t help you lose weight, but the devices might make your visit to a fine dining establishment better. Come to think of it, that will probably make you gain weight, but at least you’ll be gaining it in the best possible way.

Diversity & Inclusion

Are Your CSR Goals Aligned with Your Hiring Practices? [Video]

Nov 30, 2016 2:00 PM ET

On November 17, 2016, VolunteerMatch and Year Up joined forces to help companies learn how to unify their commitment to diversity across multiple departments, including their corporate social responsibility (CSR) department. Salesforce.org and Omnicom Media Group joined the discussion and shared their experiences from the field.

Events, Media & Communications

Business Leaders Propel Sustainable Urban Agrihood in Detroit

Nov 30, 2016 1:30 PM ET

Sustainable Brands initiates collaboration between Michigan Urban Farming Initiative, BASF, General Motors, Herman-Miller, Green Standards and others

Diversity & Inclusion

Introducing the Antea Group Syracuse Office!

Nov 30, 2016 1:15 PM ET

The Syracuse office is a lively crew that works on projects across all practices. We have particular expertise in regulatory compliance and support, enivironmental liability management, and sustainability and serve major clients in the food & beverage, high tech, and chemical industries. We pride ourselves on being jacks-of-all-trades, and try to incorporate staff cross-training as much as possible.

Health & Healthcare

Less Sugar, Great Taste: A Scientific Breakthrough from Nestlé

Nov 30, 2016 1:05 PM ET

Events, Media & Communications

Raise Your Reporting Game at the GRI Reporters’ Summit and Greenbiz 17

Nov 30, 2016 1:00 PM ET

Join us in Arizona in February 2017 for the GRI Reporters' Summit and GreenBiz 17 Annual Forum. Gain practical solutions and tools to address common sustainability challenges facing businesses in today's changing landscape.

Environment

Major Investors Applaud Move to Stay the Course on GHG Rules

Nov 30, 2016 1:00 PM ET

In response to the Environmental Protection Agency’s announcement that it would stay the course on 2012 greenhouse gas (GHG) standards for automobiles and light duty trucks, major investors released statements supporting the decision:

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Meet Bano Fatima, A Woman Empowering Weavers and Artisans in Rural India

Nov 30, 2016 12:45 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Nominations for Healthy10 Awards Ends Dec. 9!

Nov 30, 2016 12:00 PM ET

It's not too late to apply! Due to requests for deadline extensions, The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, with support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, is still accepting applications and nominations for the inaugural Healthy10 Awards until Dec. 9!

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Transforming Lives of Families in Danger of Becoming Homeless

Nov 30, 2016 11:40 AM ET

Responsible Production & Consumption

The 700 Chocolate Bars that Could Change Packaging

Nov 30, 2016 11:40 AM ET

It might sound like the indoor farm of a chocoholic’s fantasies, but this is not a magic recipe for cultivating ready-made confectionery.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Champion of DOT: How Fighting Distracted Driving Helped Me Move from Tragedy to Triumph

Nov 30, 2016 11:35 AM ET

Distracted driving has been a problem, even before everyone had a cell phone. In the early 1980s, I remember seeing people on my morning commute doing things like reading the newspaper, shaving, or putting on make-up as they were behind the wheel. These habits and behaviors always perplexed me.

Energy

Solar-Panel Roads to Be Built on Four Continents Next Year

Nov 30, 2016 11:00 AM ET

#TheRay in West Point, GA is one of the four projects mentioned in this article. #Wattway solar paving is already being installed in Southwest Georgia. #RidetheRay

Environment

Avista Plants for Reforest Spokane Day

Nov 30, 2016 11:00 AM ET

This fall, Avista partnered with The Lands Council to plant trees for the 6th Annual Reforest Spokane Day.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Building a Culture of Service: Altria and Valero Put Local Communities First

Nov 30, 2016 10:30 AM ET

Crafting a mission statement is a chance for a company to put into words what truly drives the organization: what are the values it holds above all others? For many, success and profit come to mind. For Civic 50 sector leaders Altria and Valero Energy, community is consistently held as the organizations’ driving force.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

What SA’s Savers Really Think About Responsible Investing

Nov 30, 2016 10:25 AM ET

Health & Healthcare

Improving America’s Health Starts with Measurement

Nov 30, 2016 10:10 AM ET

More than 80 years ago, Blue Cross Blue Shield conceived the very idea of health insurance. Ever since, we have provided Americans with high-quality health coverage and led new innovations to transform the health care system.

Innovation & Technology

How A Fishing Village In Senegal Taught Me About Life

Nov 30, 2016 10:00 AM ET

As we pulled up to the fish-processing center, the rancid smell of fish seeped in through the closed windows and began to permeate my space and clothes. We stepped out of the van and walked around piles of dead fish lying in the sun to dry. I was appreciative of the breeze, although not so fresh, coming from the sea to save my lunch.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption Celebrates Final Day of National Adoption Night with a Success Story

Nov 30, 2016 10:00 AM ET

Nicole (pictured left) is a former Wendy’s Wonderful Kids recruiter from Wisconsin who had worked with Arasia (pictured right) since 2013. The two had a strong bond, so strong in fact that Nicole thought she might be the forever family Arasia needed.

Environment

General Mills, NRCS and the Xerces Society Announce Multi-Year, $4 Million Investment in Pollinator Habitat

Nov 30, 2016 10:00 AM ET

General Mills, NRCS and the Xerces Society Announce Multi-Year, $4 Million Investment in Pollinator Habitat

General Mills, the Xerces Society, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture announce a major milestone in their partnership to restore and protect pollinator habitat across hundreds of thousands of acres of farmland in North America.

Responsible Production & Consumption

When OSHA Visits, Part 2

Nov 30, 2016 9:40 AM ET

On Monday, we took a closer look at the first few steps of an on-site OSHA visit, including the opening conference and records review. (Refresh your memory on that post here.) As a new plant safety manager, being prepared in a situation like this is key, and we want to make sure you have the tools and information you need.

Now, on the Antea Group blog, we take a look at the remaining two portions of the visit—the walk-around inspection and the closing conference

Responsible Production & Consumption

Domtar’s Bennettsville, SC Mill Implements Wildlife Habitat Management Plan

Nov 30, 2016 9:35 AM ET

A few years ago, Domtar’s Bennettsville, SC mill recognized the benefit that a habitat management plan would provide for the approximately 1800-acre site, helping increase the health of native wildlife and vegetation.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Food for Good: Serving Up Nutritious Meals Across the Country

Nov 30, 2016 9:30 AM ET

Food for Good was founded in 2009 by a group of PepsiCo employees who wanted to make a positive impact on childhood hunger. Fueled by the company’s vision of Performance with Purpose, the program has grown from a summer meal plan in Dallas, Texas, to a year-round service offering healthy, pre-packed meals to underserved children in 14 U.S. cities—and counting.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Business and Human Rights: From Principles to Action at Scale

Nov 30, 2016 9:20 AM ET