ESG News from Leading Brands

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

World Alzheimer’s Day is September 21st

Sep 16, 2019 5:30 PM ET

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, a group of disorders that impairs mental functioning

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

The Beach Boys to Perform at Gala Celebrating the Inaugural George H.W. Bush Points of Light Award for Caring and Compassion Honoring Garth Brooks

Sep 16, 2019 5:25 PM ET

Points of Light today announced that The Beach Boys will perform at The George H.W. Bush Points of Light Awards Gala on Thursday, Sept. 26, at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York City.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Join Christian Appalachian Project’s Grateful Bread Food Pantry Hunger Walk on September 19th

Sep 16, 2019 5:20 PM ET

Did you know that of the 13 states that make up the Appalachia, Kentucky has by far the worst poverty rate, and sadly, 20% of Eastern Kentuckians do not know where their next meal is coming from?

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Gildan Listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index

Sep 16, 2019 4:45 PM ET

Gildan Activewear Inc. announced today that the Company has been included on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index. This marks the seventh consecutive year that the Company has been included on the Dow Jones Indices.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

P&G Launches TV Series Focused on Changing the World

Sep 16, 2019 4:45 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Comerica Bank Recognized As Top 50 Company For Providing Opportunities To Latinas

Sep 16, 2019 4:10 PM ET

Comerica Bank was recognized for its efforts in diversity and inclusion with its selection to the 2019 Top 50 Best Companies for Latinas to Work for in the U.S. by Latina Style. This marks the ninth time Comerica has received the honor.

Events, Media & Communications

Inspiring Business Leaders to Explore New Horizons to Solve Today’s Sustainability Challenges

Sep 16, 2019 2:45 PM ET

To solve today’s sustainability challenges, business leaders will be called to build new skills, pitch fresh ideas and influence across silos.

Sustainable Development Goals

2019 SDG Pioneers Announced by United Nations Global Compact

Sep 16, 2019 2:00 PM ET

The United Nations Global Compact today announced ten new SDG Pioneers — young business leaders who are doing an exceptional job to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Las Vegas Sands Recognized in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America

Sep 16, 2019 1:55 PM ET

Las Vegas Sands Corp. once again has been recognized by the S&P Dow Jones Indices for its industry-leading performance in environmental, social and governance (ESG) efforts.

Events, Media & Communications

Celebrating Legacy at the 5th Annual National Latino Leadership Conference

Sep 16, 2019 1:30 PM ET

The Council for Latino Workplace Equity (CLWE) an initiative under the National Diversity Council (NDC) will host their 5th Annual National Latino Leadership Conference on October 16, 2019, in the heart of Los Angeles

Diversity & Inclusion

Scotiabank Recognized as Top 25 Most Diverse & Inclusive Companies

Sep 16, 2019 1:15 PM ET

Today, Scotiabank was recognized with 20th place in the global “Top 25 Most Diverse & Inclusive Companies” ranking, as part of the 2019 REFINITIV Diversity & Inclusion Index.

Diversity & Inclusion

Turning ‘Girls Who Code’ Into Women Who Work at Viacom

Sep 16, 2019 1:00 PM ET

To address the dearth of females in technology, Viacom established a goal four years ago to hire select college graduates who completed the company’s multi-year summer internship program into the company’s Media and Technology Services group.

Health & Healthcare

Survey Details Employees' Struggles to Eat a Healthy Lunch; Aramark's Health and Wellness VP Explains Why

Sep 16, 2019 12:15 PM ET

More than half (56%) of employed Americans who typically eat lunch during work hours struggle to eat a healthy lunch at work

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation and National Head Start Association Welcome Applications for Gro More Good Garden Grants

Sep 16, 2019 11:40 AM ET

Too many children and families living in at-risk communities don’t have access to enough fresh, healthy food. And far too many of them have never had the opportunity to see, taste or eat some of the garden’s best-tasting, good-for-you produce.

Diversity & Inclusion

LIXIL to Strengthen Diversity and Inclusion

Sep 16, 2019 11:35 AM ET

LIXIL has established a Global Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Department within its HR Function. Akane Odake has been appointed as General Manager of the Global D&I Department to implement a unified strategy across the organization.

Environment

Ready, Set, Go: Creating a Climate Action Plan to Reach Your Science-Based Targets

Sep 16, 2019 11:30 AM ET

Our blog describes the steps that will enable you to reach your science-based targets to reduce emissions and transform your business.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Our Money Stories: From Brooklyn to Asia with Love

Sep 16, 2019 11:30 AM ET

Growing up as a little girl in Brooklyn, I had no idea that we were low to middle income. Our community was rich and full. We loved and respected each other, our neighbors and our friends. We never talked about money but somehow we managed to “manage.” Then at age 11, I experienced what not having money meant.

Environment

ANGEL'S ENVY® Calls on Fans to Help Meet Increased Goal of Planting 30,000 White Oak Trees Through 6th Annual "Toast the Trees" Initiative

Sep 16, 2019 11:05 AM ET

ANGEL'S ENVY® announced its goal of planting 30,000 new white oak trees through its annual "Toast the Trees" initiative, hosted in honor of National Bourbon Heritage Month each September.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PSEG Long Island Employees Help Local Kids Start School Year Off Right

Sep 16, 2019 10:30 AM ET

Hundreds of area school children are heading back to class in style thanks to the generosity of PSEG Long Island employees.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Sodexo Earns International Recognition at Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Sep 16, 2019 10:00 AM ET

Sodexo partnered with Hobart and William Smith (HWS) Colleges to earn ISO 55001 certification from the International Standards Organization (ISO) for its Asset Management Framework methodology for facilities.

Research, Reports & Publications

Letter from Connie L. Lindsey and Michael G. O’Grady, Northern Trust's Enduring Principles for CSR

Sep 16, 2019 9:50 AM ET

Since the time of our founding, Northern Trust has been shaped by a deep belief in the enduring principles of service, expertise and integrity. From our roots as a Chicago-based trust bank to our global presence today, these principles have served as the foundation upon which our company was built. Northern Trust values corporate responsibility as an essential element of our corporate culture and inextricable underpinning of our enduring principles.

Environment

American Express and Parley for the Oceans Announce First-Ever Card Made Primarily With Reclaimed Plastic From Parley and Launch a Global Campaign to #BackOurOceans

Sep 16, 2019 9:30 AM ET

Today, American Express is proud to announce an expanded commitment to combat marine plastic pollution through several company-wide programs

Social Impact & Volunteering

Common Impact Launches Disaster Response Program to Help Communities Prepare for and Recover from Crises

Sep 16, 2019 9:00 AM ET

A new disaster response and resiliency report from Common Impact details how the private sector can take a larger, more strategic role in disaster preparedness for communities through skilled volunteerism.

Environment

Interview With Martin Pleau, Process Control Expert

Sep 16, 2019 9:00 AM ET

Martin Pleau holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Queen’s University with a specialization in process control. During his 25 years with Tetra Tech, he pioneered the development of Csoft®, a model-based control software designed to improve the management of urban drainage systems and protect human health and the environment.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

GreenBiz Names 2019 VERGE Vanguard Award Winners

Sep 16, 2019 9:00 AM ET

GreenBiz Group today named the 2019 VERGE Vanguard, honoring 20 dreamers, pioneers, entrepreneurs, designers, engineers, business leaders, policymakers and investors on the cutting edge of sustainability and technology.