ESG News from Leading Brands

Innovation & Technology

Ray C. Anderson Memorial Highway

May 5, 2016 11:45 AM ET

What if we reimagine the way we connect our communities, our lives, and our world in a way that’s safer, more responsive to the climate, more regenerative to the environment, more uplifting to the spirit, and more capable of generating economic opportunity?

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Keeping Up with the Customers (Sustainably)

May 5, 2016 11:45 AM ET

A few years ago, “showrooming” – in which a customer checks out a product at a physical store and then buys it from a different business online – looked like the harbinger of doom for brick-and-mortar retailers. Then shoppers flip-flopped that behavior, engaging in what’s dubbed “webrooming.”

Events, Media & Communications

IBM, GSK, and JPMorgan Chase Join PYXERA Global for a Discussion on Leadership at 22nd Annual Leadership Development Conference

May 5, 2016 11:00 AM ET

After attending the session, Learning and Leading By Doing Real Work in the Field at The Conference Board’s 22nd Annual Leadership Development Conference, HR professionals will have new ways to retain talent longer and increase employee engagement. Moderated by Amanda MacArthur, Vice President of Global Pro Bono and Engagement at PYXERA Global, Thursday’s discussion will feature Gina Tesla, Director, Corporate Citizenship Initiatives at IBM, Manu Juneja, Global Volunteering Manager at GSK and Tara Cardone, Head of Employee Engagement & Volunteerism at JPMorgan Chase.

Events, Media & Communications

Examining the Bloomberg Average ESG Disclosure Scores-- Higher For S&P 500® Companies That Disclose/Publish Sustainability Reports With Relevant ESG Data

May 5, 2016 10:55 AM ET

At G&A Institute we continue to look at the S&P 500® universe of companies in two groups: those companies that have published in some form a sustainability, corporate responsibility, citizenship or some related titling to publicly disclose important data and narrative on their ESG strategies, actions, performance and achievements. And, a second group, those companies that do not disclose / report on ESG factors.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

America’s Charities and National Corporate Research Partner to Offer Discounted Charitable Solicitation Registration/Renewal and Related Services

May 5, 2016 10:25 AM ET

America’s Charities, the leader in workplace fundraising for nonprofits, today announced a new partnership with National Corporate Research, Ltd. (NCR) to provide America’s Charities’ nonprofit members a discount on NCR’s charitable solicitation registration and renewal services, sales tax exemption services, statutory representation and state corporate compliance services. The partnership is the latest in the benefits and discounted resources available to America’s Charities members.

Responsible Production & Consumption

EHS for Low-Risk Facilities

May 5, 2016 10:10 AM ET

For low risk facilities such as offices, data centers, warehouses, labs and retail stores, employee health, safety and comfort are proven to increase productivity and job satisfaction. Antea Group’s RiskRight EHS is designed to reduce and proactively manage so your business can focus on what it does best.

Health & Healthcare

Clean Hands Count!

May 5, 2016 10:00 AM ET

Education

Toyota Says Thanks a Million to Future STEM Scholars

May 5, 2016 10:00 AM ET

Georgetown, Ky. April 29, 2016 /3BL Media/ -- As Yogi Berra put it, “the future ain’t what it used to be.” The same could be said for manufacturing, which is why Toyota continues to invest in the people and institutions at the center of the industry’s future.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Wells Fargo Supports Diverse-Owned Small Businesses, Distributes $22.3 Million

May 5, 2016 9:35 AM ET

Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) today announced it is providing $22.3 million in lending capital and grants to 15 Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) selected for round one of the Wells Fargo Works for Small Business®: Diverse Community Capital program. CDFIs are private, nonprofit financial institutions that assist underserved populations. The three-year Diverse Community Capital (DCC) program will provide a total of $75 million in lending and grant capital over six selection rounds to CDFIs that support diverse-owned small businesses. CDFIs interested in the program’s second round can submit an interest form through June 1.

Innovation & Technology

Lockheed Martin Enables Advanced Infrastructure

May 5, 2016 9:05 AM ET

Lockheed Martin’s 2015 Sustainability Report details how we manage and achieve progress in Product Performance. Our objective is to innovate to deliver optimal economic and performance value over the life cycle of our products. Our focus on performance and sustainability ensures safe, reliable, affordable products that support our customers’ missions of national security, citizen services and sustainable development.

Research, Reports & Publications

Efficient and Responsible Use of Resources at Atlas Copco

May 5, 2016 9:05 AM ET

Social Impact & Volunteering

Corporate Giving & Engagement: Authentic Intent

May 5, 2016 8:35 AM ET

One of the hallmarks of a strategic CSR program is Authentic Intent.

Events, Media & Communications

Listen + Respond: Understanding Community Needs to Boost Your CSR Story [Webinar]

May 5, 2016 8:00 AM ET

Social Impact & Volunteering

Recognizing Super SuiteImpact Ambassador Laura Bowman

May 5, 2016 7:00 AM ET

When we think about volunteering at NetSuite, we often focus on the fun and meaningful parts of the experience —­ from getting to work side-by-side with colleagues we may have never met before to serving a hot meal to someone in our community.

What often gets overlooked amidst the excitement of each new experience is the hard work that goes into putting each activity together. Each event involves so much time and effort, on details such as finding the local community organization and ensuring that the event is a success for both the nonprofit and the volunteers.

And while every ambassador deserves to be recognized for their hard work and dedication, this blog post is specifically dedicated to celebrating Laura Bowman, the SuiteImpact Ambassador at Bronto Software in Durham.

Research, Reports & Publications

Sustainability in a Connected World: ARM Delivers its Biggest Corporate Responsibility Program

May 5, 2016 5:00 AM ET

In 2015 ARM delivered its biggest corporate responsibility (CR) program ever to provide positive change to over 300,000 people around the world. Its 2015 CR report ‘Sustainability in a connected world’ highlights how the company is making an impact in education, sustainability and health to achieve its aim of helping 10 million people by 2020.

Diversity & Inclusion

Hiring 20,000 Vets by 2020

May 5, 2016 1:35 AM ET

I grew up in a military home. I have nearly a dozen Unites States Marines in my family and several others serving in the Army. Protecting our nation is a family business – one that became a launch pad that’s taken me places I could never have imagined.

Environment

Republic Kicks-Off Earth Day Celebrations in Oregon with Expansion of Compressed Natural Gas-Powered Fleet

May 5, 2016 1:15 AM ET

Republic Services announced today theaddition of 16 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) solid waste collection trucks to its fleet serving customers throughout the greater Portland area. The CNG trucks replace older diesel-powered trucks, and bring the total number of natural gas vehicles operated by Republic Services in Oregon to 35.

Events, Media & Communications

Last Chance to Register for the Shared Value Leadership Summit!

May 4, 2016 8:00 PM ET

Time is running out to reimagine social problems as business opportunities this May 10-11 at the Shared Value Leadership Summit! Registration ends on May 5 at 3pm EST - don't miss your chance!

Education

Sands Education Council Announces Teacher Appreciation Discount Program

May 4, 2016 8:00 PM ET

Sands Education Council (SEC), a partnership comprised of Las Vegas Sands (LVS), The Public Education Foundation, Teach For America – Las Vegas Valley and Nevada Succeeds, announced an initiative on National Teacher Appreciation Day designed to give back to local teachers throughout Southern Nevada.

Diversity & Inclusion

Every Voice Matters

May 4, 2016 7:05 PM ET

Being the best-of-the-best is something we all strive to be. Best parent, best spouse, best sibling, best co-worker. In my own life, I am continuously working hard to be the best at what I do and to improve until I get it just right.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Be a Voice for Change

May 4, 2016 5:25 PM ET

In the fight against cancer, we are stronger together. You are invited to be a LIVESTRONG advocate and to lend your voice, your passion and your experience to improve healthcare systems for people affected by the disease.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Bacardi Good Spirited: Nothing Goes to Waste in Making Tequila CAZADORES

May 4, 2016 5:15 PM ET

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Blended Finance is the Way Forward for a Sustainable World

May 4, 2016 5:00 PM ET

Blended finance is the new buzzword that can be heard with increasing frequency at the meetings of the IMF, the World Bank or the World Economic Forum.

Energy

Caterpillar Turns on Hybrid Solar-diesel 'Microgrid'

May 4, 2016 4:05 PM ET

Caterpillar Inc. has run its Tucson proving ground near Green Valley since 1990, putting mining trucks and other massive machines through their paces in the shadow of Freeport-McMoRan’s Sierrita mine.

Events, Media & Communications

Esteemed Motivational Speaker Lalia Rach, EdD, to Give Keynote at 10th Annual Women’s Leadership Conference

May 4, 2016 4:00 PM ET

The MGM Resorts Foundation is proud to announce Lalia Rach, EdD, as a keynote speaker at the 10th annual Women’s Leadership Conference. Hosted by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) and the MGM Resorts Foundation, the 2016 conference will be held on August 8 & 9 at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, NV.