ESG News from Leading Brands

Social Impact & Volunteering

A Perfect Match: NetSuite Employee Paul Kirch and Nonprofit Fundación Ruta 40

Sep 23, 2015 5:30 AM ET

Events, Media & Communications

Bloomberg Square Mile Relay Begins in London

Sep 22, 2015 6:20 PM ET

Education

Students in More Than 150 Schools in 31 States Will Learn Computer Science in New Courses Deployed by Verizon and Project Lead The Way

Sep 22, 2015 5:30 PM ET

Students in more than 150 middle schools across 31 states will soon have access to computer science courses that will prepare them for the increasingly technology-based economy. The opportunity is provided through a partnership between Verizon and Project Lead The Way (PLTW).

Research, Reports & Publications

CSX 2014 Corporate Social Responsibility Highlights: Environmental Sustainability

Sep 22, 2015 5:25 PM ET

With approximately 11 million square feet of facilities spread throughout 23 states and two Canadian provinces, and ownership of more than 4,000 locomotives, CSX has a significant commitment to implement responsible practices to sustain the future of its business and respect environmental resources for future generations.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Aramark and the Salvation Army Join Forces to Create Hub for Health and Wellness.

Sep 22, 2015 5:00 PM ET

More than 300 women and children will benefit from the hub for wellness education and fitness that was created by volunteers on Aramark Building Community Day September 17.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

TD Bank Group's Karen Clarke-Whistler and Brian DePratto Named to Canada's Clean 50

Sep 22, 2015 5:00 PM ET

Innovation & Technology

The Secret’s Out: B Corp Consulting is the Coolest Gig

Sep 22, 2015 5:00 PM ET

Ryan Honeyman and Conscious Brands Give the DL on How to “B” an All-Star Consultant : Part 1

Research, Reports & Publications

MetLife Releases Update on Environmental, Social and Governance Issues

Sep 22, 2015 4:10 PM ET

MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET) today announced the release of the company’s latest corporate responsibility report, highlighting the positive impact it makes on society while achieving its core business goals of managing risk and meeting its long-term financial commitments.

Health & Healthcare

SynCardia Provides Update Regarding Voluntary Recall of Potentially Affected Freedom® Portable Drivers

Sep 22, 2015 3:30 PM ET

SynCardia Systems, Inc. today provided an update regarding the resolution of a recent voluntary recall of a limited number of its Freedom® portable drivers, following a related U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) September 18, 2015 recall announcement.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Working Mother Recognizes Diageo North America as One of the “100 Best Companies for Working Mothers” for Seventh Consecutive Year

Sep 22, 2015 3:00 PM ET

Working Mother magazine today announced its list of the “100 Best Companies for Working Mothers,” and recognized Diageo North America as a member of the “100 Best” list for the seventh consecutive year. Working Mother specifically noted Diageo’s health and reimbursement benefits, in addition to the Company’s paid time off and leave benefits, which include maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Wayne County Community College District Provides Critical Technology Upgrades For Boys & Girls Clubs Of Southeastern Michigan's NFL-YET Detroit Club

Sep 22, 2015 3:00 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Astellas Pharma Named a Top Company for Working Mothers by Working Mother Magazine

Sep 22, 2015 2:30 PM ET

Astellas Pharma today was named one of Working Mother Magazine’s 100 Best Companies in the U.S. for its commitment to establishing a corporate culture supportive of working moms and their families. The 100 Best Companies are in the October/November issue of Working Mother Magazine and on workingmother.com.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Support Helps General Mills Working Moms Thrive

Sep 22, 2015 2:30 PM ET

Today, Working Mother magazine released its annual Best Companies for Working Mothers rankings and for the 20th consecutive year, General Mills earned a spot on the list, landing among the ‘Top Five’ most family-friendly companies.

Responsible Production & Consumption

NGO Ranks 155 Companies Across 20 Industries Revealing Significant Supply Chain, ESG Risks for Major Brands

Sep 22, 2015 2:10 PM ET

Most U.S. large-cap companies are still lagging in efforts to affect positive change with regard to global humanitarian issues, but existing technology and solutions can quickly reverse this trend. That is among the conclusions expected to be revealed today by a panel of experts participating in a webinar regarding the release of a major research study into corporate social responsibility and conflict minerals filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Education

AmeriCorps Alums, 2U to Increase Access to Graduate Degrees for Those Who Served in AmeriCorps

Sep 22, 2015 2:05 PM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

NGO Experts Analyze Conflict Mineral Filings. Find Out What's Next.

Sep 22, 2015 1:50 PM ET

Environment

Businesses Can Lead Way on Climate Solutions

Sep 22, 2015 1:30 PM ET

Climate change is an enormous challenge, and solving it will take unprecedented collaboration across many sectors.

Fortunately, a growing global coalition is coming together to promote practical, innovative solutions to move the world toward a low-carbon future that is cleaner, healthier and more secure.

Social Impact & Volunteering

TeamCITGO Rides for a Cure to MS in the 34th Annual Bike MS: Tour de Farms

Sep 22, 2015 12:45 PM ET

For the 18th consecutive year, employees from the CITGO Lemont Refinery volunteered with TeamCITGO to ride 15 to 200 miles across the Northern Illinois countryside in the Bike MS: Tour de Farms in DeKalb, Ill., hosted by the Greater Chicagoland Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The annual charity bike ride is the largest of its kind in Illinois, bringing together riders of all skill levels in the fight against multiple sclerosis (MS).

Education

Antea Group, FEMSA Foundation, and Monetization Working Group to Lead Pre-Conference Session at EHS Management Forum

Sep 22, 2015 12:20 PM ET

To help address the disconnect that can occur between proposed sustainability initiatives and final business decisions, Antea Group is pleased to announce a pre-conference training opportunity being offered as part of NAEM’s EHS Management Forum on October 13th in Charlotte, NC. The session, entitled Building a Better Business Case for Sustainability Investment Decisions, will be a hands-on, interactive workshop. Participants will learn to make more effective sustainability investment business cases, monetize the business value created through sustainability investments, and speak the language of decision-makers.

Events, Media & Communications

Get Ready for #BSR15: Two Upcoming Twitter Chats Will Focus on Resilient Business, Resilient World

Sep 22, 2015 12:15 PM ET

Join us for 2 LIVE 30-minute Twitter chats with BSR: Oct. 6 and 20

Social Impact & Volunteering

Creating a Culture of Giving: Empower Your Employees to Serve

Sep 22, 2015 12:10 PM ET

Atlanta corporations and nonprofits can learn from each other about how to team up effectively, especially in the service of children. We believe there is a great need for public-private collaborations to address the complex challenges of educating the next generation.

Events, Media & Communications

CSRHub’s Cynthia Figge speaking at Outsell’s Signature Event

Sep 22, 2015 11:50 AM ET

CSRHub’s COO and Co-Founder, Cynthia Figge, will be a speaker at the 2015 Outsell’s Signature Event at the legendary Pinehurst Resort, Home of the 2014 US Open. The invitation-only annual event brings together leaders and decision-makers from across the global media and information industry.

Environment

Siemens To Be Climate Neutral by 2030

Sep 22, 2015 11:45 AM ET

Siemens aims to be the world's first major industrial company to achieve a net-zero carbon footprint by 2030.

Energy

Turning Up the Heat on Energy Efficiency

Sep 22, 2015 11:40 AM ET

I was already level with the roof on a ladder when my General Motors supervisor pointed out the irony of my situation. As an Environmental Defense Fund Climate Corps Fellow, I was destroying the homes of the young maple tree seedlings trying to grow in the rain gutter of a Detroit home. I’m all for trees, but not when they take up residence in a rain gutter.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

KeyCorp Chairman and CEO Beth Mooney Named No. 1 Most Powerful Woman in Banking by American Banker

Sep 22, 2015 11:35 AM ET