ESG News from Leading Brands

Innovation & Technology

New Decade, New Tech: Sustainability Innovations to Watch at CES 2020

Jan 6, 2020 3:30 PM ET

CES features nearly 200 exhibitors in the category of sustainability this year, along with presentations from industry leaders on topics including energy efficiency and revolutionizing package design.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Girls Inc. Releases Stronger, Smarter, Bolder: Girls Take the Lead Report — Trend Analysis of Major Factors Affecting Girls and Guidance on Nurturing the Next Generation of Women Leaders

Jan 6, 2020 3:00 PM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Opens 2020 Grassroots Grants with KidsGardening to Get More Kids Growing, Learning Outside

Jan 6, 2020 2:30 PM ET

Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation and national nonprofit KidsGardening opened its Gro More Good Grassroots Grants, an annual grant program designed to get more kids outside through the development of youth-based garden and greenspace programs.

Social Impact & Volunteering

New Holland Agriculture Helps Keep Turkey’s Tractors in Top Condition

Jan 6, 2020 2:00 PM ET

The periodic maintenance of tractors that work continuously throughout the year is essential for numerous reasons, namely to ensure safe operation and productive farming which produces high yields.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Finding and Using Best Practices For Working Forests

Jan 6, 2020 12:50 PM ET

The fiber used to make our products comes from working forests. These are forests that are harvested sustainably and then replanted over and over.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Tackling Plastic and Poverty in Costa Rica

Jan 6, 2020 12:30 PM ET

Xylem volunteers joined forces with Costa Rica Makes Me Happy (CRMMH) to help combat plastic pollution and to provide a family living in Tamarindo with clean water and a roof over their heads.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Bloomberg: Bringing Sustainability in House

Jan 6, 2020 11:10 AM ET

Michael Barry, Head of Sustainable Business Operations at Bloomberg discusses the company's sustainability initiatives and approach, especially with regards to its 731 Lexington Avenue headquarters in NY in CoreNet Global's latest insite newsletter

Responsible Production & Consumption

Timberland Announces Move to Source Leather from Regenerative Ranches

Jan 6, 2020 11:10 AM ET

Outdoor lifestyle brand Timberland announced a new partnership with Other Half Processing to build a responsible leather supply chain sourced from ranches that employ regenerative practices.

Environment

We’ve Entered a New Chapter of Consumer Sustainability Expectations. Is Your Organization Poised to Deliver?

Jan 6, 2020 10:55 AM ET

What does the newest chapter in consumers’ changing, eco-focused mindsets mean for your company or your role as a sustainability leader?

Environment

"Teeming" for Wildlife in Pennsylvia

Jan 6, 2020 10:45 AM ET

For more than 20 years, this Domtar mill has been using organic and nutrient-rich wastewater treatment residuals and acid-balancing lime residuals to rejuvenate old mine site

Environment

Keysight: Building a Better Planet for Today and Tomorrow

Jan 6, 2020 10:30 AM ET

Keysight strives to build a better planet for today’s and tomorrow’s generation. To achieve our vision, we align our industry leadership and corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts to accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world.

Environment

JetBlue Prepares its Business for a New Climate Reality

Jan 6, 2020 10:00 AM ET

JetBlue announced that it will offset CO2 emissions from jet fuel for all domestic flights beginning in July 2020, making it the first major U.S. airline to take this critical and measurable step toward reducing its contribution to global warming.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Pay It Forward by Giving Back: Families of Fallen American Soldiers

Jan 6, 2020 10:00 AM ET

All too often U.S. military service members give their lives in service to their country. What if there was a way to give back to the families of those soldiers?

Health & Healthcare

College Snacking Trends 2020: From Midnight Munchies to Ethical Snacking

Jan 6, 2020 9:30 AM ET

Whether it is the Midnight Munchies or Grab & Go between classes, college students ace snacking.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Breathing New Life Into Old Lab Equipment

Jan 6, 2020 9:30 AM ET

In light of growing concern over the accumulation of single-use and disposable products, new recycling solutions have emerged.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

D.C. Tech Community Recognizes Booz Allen for Innovation Center, Entrepreneurial Support

Jan 6, 2020 8:45 AM ET

As more startups and companies flock to D.C.’s inclusive tech scene, the region is becoming a burgeoning playground for emerging entrepreneurs

Innovation & Technology

Arrow Electronics Helps Racecar Driver Sam Schmidt Regain Independence Two Decades After Accident Leaves Him Paralyzed

Jan 6, 2020 8:15 AM ET

To help Schmidt reclaim his independence and drive again, engineers at Arrow Electronics modified a Chevrolet Corvette to create a smart, connected vehicle that he can operate safely and independently.

Research, Reports & Publications

CECP’s Investing in Society: Focus on Performance

Jan 6, 2020 8:00 AM ET

Investing in Society is the must-read source offering practical evidence of the corporate sector’s shift toward being increasingly purpose-driven.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Rayuwa: Translating John Deere’s Purpose Into Practice

Jan 3, 2020 3:25 PM ET

“We work with, fund, and have seen lots of other programs. We have never seen anything like Rayuwa. It is truly integrated. The progress the Rayuwa team has made in just a few months and the level of engagement by the community is incredible.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Tae Yoo, Cisco’s Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs on Cisco’s CSR Philosophy

Jan 3, 2020 3:20 PM ET

The following is an excerpt from Cisco’s 2019 CSR report. Tae Yoo leads Cisco’s social investments and stewards CSR and sustainability across the business. She directs Cisco’s business, technical, and financial assets to accelerate global problem solving to positively impact people, society, and the planet.

Events, Media & Communications

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Helps Corporations Discover Purpose

Jan 3, 2020 3:10 PM ET

Corporate citizenship is rapidly changing. In recent years, corporate citizenship has transformed from a nice–to–have to a must–have for the largest multinational corporations.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CNH Industrial Joint-Venture Plant in Erenler, Turkey, Achieves Silver Level Designation in World Class Manufacturing

Jan 3, 2020 2:00 PM ET

CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE: CNHI /MI: CNHI) announces that its joint-venture TürkTraktör manufacturing facility in Erenler, Turkey has become the latest plant to be certified Silver Level in the World Class Manufacturing (WCM) program.

Research, Reports & Publications

Aflac Survey Says Majority of Consumers Want Companies to 'Take a Stand'

Jan 3, 2020 12:45 PM ET

According to the 2019 Aflac Survey on Corporate Social Responsibility, consumers and investors reflect a distinct and growing tendency to increase pressure on American corporations when it comes to serving the social good.

Diversity & Inclusion

JetBlue Equals: A Platform for Diversity & Inclusion

Jan 3, 2020 9:00 AM ET

JetBlue Equals represents our diversity and inclusion efforts as an organization. Our work is centered around three key pillars: foster a diverse talent pipeline, promote cultural competency, and cultivate inclusive partnerships.

Education

How a D.C.-Based Nonprofit Supports Scientific Learning for Kids of All Ages.

Jan 3, 2020 8:30 AM ET

To help foster the next generation of scientists, Subaru has partnered with AAAS on two inspiring book initiatives.