ESG News from Leading Brands

Diversity & Inclusion

FACES of Olive Garden | Chris Wayne

Jun 28, 2016 9:40 AM ET

At Olive Garden, our team members serve as the faces of our brand and ambassadors of our core values. They make an impression on every guest who walks through our front doors, delivering great food, an engaging atmosphere and unmatched service. We are strong and successful because of our people, each with diverse talents and backgrounds, who respect each other and enjoy working side by side to serve our guests and communities.

Education

Freeport-McMoRan Donates $10,000 to Economic Development Course at Western New Mexico University

Jun 28, 2016 9:15 AM ET

The annual Economic Development Course at Western New Mexico University has received a $10,000 donation from Freeport-McMoRan.

Social Impact & Volunteering

CITGO Becomes Official Fuel Sponsor of First Response Team of America, Aiding Emergency Relief Efforts in Houston and Across the Country

Jun 28, 2016 9:00 AM ET

CITGO Petroleum Corporation has entered into a new partnership with First Response Team of America, making CITGO the natural disaster response organization’s official fuel sponsor. With this partnership, First Response Team of America, which aids communities between the onset of a natural disaster and the arrival of traditional relief agencies, will be able to continuously and reliably fuel its support vehicles as they travel the country assisting areas in need.

Research, Reports & Publications

Carlson Wagonlit Travel’s New CEO Confirms His Strong Commitment to Responsible Business

Jun 28, 2016 9:00 AM ET

Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT), a confirmed responsible business leader in the travel industry, today released its fourth annual Responsible Business Report.

Research, Reports & Publications

Singtel Publishes Its Second Group Sustainability Report 2016

Jun 28, 2016 1:00 AM ET

The Singtel Group Sustainability Report 2016 is the company’s second Group report which covers the sustainability strategies, initiatives and performance of its operations in Singapore and Australia for financial year ended 31 March 2016 (FY2016).

The report provides details of Singtel Group’s commitment towards creating sustainable and long-term growth for its business, while leading and shaping positive change for its four sustainability pillars namely marketplace and customers, the communities it operates in, its people and the environment.

Education

21st Century Fox Honors American Idol Legacy with Give a Note Grants to Support Music Education, Calls for Nominations of Music Teacher "Idols"

Jun 27, 2016 8:00 PM ET

To celebrate those music education "idols" in schools nationwide, 21CF is teaming up with Give a Note Foundation for a new wave of 21st Century Fox Give a Note Grants, a program benefiting exceptional music teachers and their schools. Starting today, students, co-workers, parents and friends can nominate "MusicEd Idols," music teachers who inspire their students to dig deeper and reach their fullest potential.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Astellas Employees Assemble Nearly 2,000 Items for Multiple Southern Nevada Children’s Charities

Jun 27, 2016 6:30 PM ET

Approximately 1,200 Astellas employees attending the international pharmaceutical company’s National Sales Forum in Las Vegas, Nev., recently took time out of their busy meeting schedule to volunteer their time to benefit four different charities in Southern Nevada. The events kicked off Astellas’ annual day of service, Changing Tomorrow Day, where Astellas offices around the globe participate in planned volunteer activities in their local communities throughout the year.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Make Time for Collaboration | VM Summit 16

Jun 27, 2016 5:10 PM ET

Now is the perfect time to register for VM Summit 16.

Why? Early bird registration rates end July 1, 2016. That’s this Friday.

After July 1st, ticket prices will increase by $75 each. Save your company (or nonprofit) a little cash and register now.

Social Impact & Volunteering

The Essentials of Engagement

Jun 27, 2016 4:00 PM ET

Purpose. Engagement. Impact. These workplace buzzwords are swarming around us as we figure out ways to approach our new workplace culture. Employees, particularly those working in the private sector, are disengaged and are decreasingly loyal to their company. At all stages in their career, individuals are looking for larger meaning in the work that they’re doing every day. And all of this is happening within a workforce that is increasingly elastic.

Diversity & Inclusion

Walmart | Made in America

Jun 27, 2016 4:00 PM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Sustainability ‘Pioneers’ Honored for Backing SDGs

Jun 27, 2016 3:55 PM ET

Introduced last fall by the United Nations, the sustainable development goals are aimed at solving the planet’s most vexing environmental and social issues over the next 15 years. BM&F BOVESPA updated the questionnaire companies must complete to be listed in its Corporate Sustainability Index to ask how the SDGs are incorporated into company sustainability practices and strategies.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Index Report Calls for Supply Chain Transparency in Fashion Industry

Jun 27, 2016 3:50 PM ET

This April, Fashion Revolution, a non-profit organization, released their annual Fashion Transparency Index report. The Index ranks 40 of the most recognizable fashion brands based on their supply chain transparency and governance practices. The average score was 42%, with only three brands receiving a “top rating” of up to 77%. Companies with higher scores made their supply chain policies available to the public, and had auditing and reporting policies in place. A majority of companies receiving low scores merely had a code of conduct available on their websites.

Green Infrastructure

A Property Investor’s Need-To-Know Guide for Environmental Risk

Jun 27, 2016 3:45 PM ET

Understanding environmental law and the potential damage to capital value of environmental risk is critical for overseas investors in the UK. Julie Townsend, Senior Director in Environmental Consultancy explains the differences between UK and overseas environmental laws and explains how risks can be minimized or avoided in pre purchase due diligence.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Antea Group Named 2016 Top Workplace

Jun 27, 2016 3:15 PM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

Parker Sustainability Report Demonstrates Local Impact of Global Commitment to Responsible Operation

Jun 27, 2016 3:00 PM ET

Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, recently formalized a sustainability framework focused on three key areas where the company has an opportunity to maximize the impact of its efforts: people, planet and products.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

An Historic Relationship | Caterpillar and the Panama Canal

Jun 27, 2016 2:45 PM ET

Since our first days as a company, Caterpillar has designed and built the world’s most powerful, innovative and durable machines and engines. Our customers put them to work on projects that help the world grow and develop, supporting sustainable progress and improved living standards for people everywhere.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

YUM! Invests in Employees Through Building People Capability Cycle

Jun 27, 2016 2:25 PM ET

See how Yum! achieves big results in big ways by actively investing in performance and development opportunities for employees through its Building People Capability cycle.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Role of Business Leaders in Sustainability; Q&A with Andrew Winston

Jun 27, 2016 1:45 PM ET

Versaic is excited to bring you a Q&A session with Andrew Winston.

Events, Media & Communications

CSOs – CROs – On the Rise in Corporate America...Which Way is Forward in These Key Titles?

Jun 27, 2016 1:45 PM ET

Health & Healthcare

WATCH Camilo Gonzalez Ruiz Discuss Sanofi Colombia's Initiative with the Business Call to Action (BCtA) Addressing Local Barriers to Diabetes Care

Jun 27, 2016 12:30 PM ET

Through its comprehensive diabetes management program in Colombia, Sanofi’s initiative with the Business Call to Action (BCtA) is addressing local barriers to diabetes care for people living at the base of the economic pyramid (BoP).

Environment

What’s Driving Electric Cars Into the Mainstream? Plenty

Jun 27, 2016 12:15 PM ET

Many electric vehicle owners love their ride, considering it their dream car. They enthusiastically share tips on, say, how to drive more electric miles. They gush that these vehicles offer a quiet ride and zippy torque that makes them feel like luxury automobiles – without the premium gas prices.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Cox and The Trust for Public Land Announce Finalists for Arizona’s Cox Conserves Heroes Program

Jun 27, 2016 12:00 PM ET

Cox Communications and The Trust for Public Land, sponsored locally by Desert Botanical Garden, today announced finalists for Arizona’s 2016 Cox Conserves Heroes program. Tim Flood, Dennis McClung and Shawn Redfield have been selected as finalists and the public is being asked to vote now through August 1. To vote, visit www.cox7.com/cox-conserves.

Diversity & Inclusion

JetBlue Crewmember to Crewmember Support

Jun 27, 2016 12:00 PM ET

JetBlue crewmembers support each other as well as our customers, including through financial assistance for colleagues in need.

Health & Healthcare

Bottled Water Consumption More Than Doubles Since 2000, Cutting Trillions of Calories From American Diet

Jun 27, 2016 12:00 PM ET

The tremendous rise in U.S. bottled water consumption has resulted in significant caloric savings, according to a new study from the Beverage Marketing Corporation (BMC). As Americans have increasingly opted for calorie-free bottled water instead of other beverages, they have collectively cut 61 to 68 trillion calories over the past 15 years (2000-2015).

Environment

Citrus Heights, CA Compost Class Hosted by Republic Services

Jun 27, 2016 12:00 PM ET

On June 18, Republic Services hosted two introductory composting classes for Citrus Heights, CA residents. Local residents joined Republic and Worm Fancy to learn how to compost using worms.