ESG News from Leading Brands

Innovation & Technology

Good Broadband for Everyone

Nov 10, 2020 12:00 PM ET

Since the pandemic hit and millions of us retreated to our homes, the situation has cast a bright spotlight on the problem of ubiquitous broadband. Access to the Internet is now more essential than owning a car for many of us, yet an estimated...

Environment

Leading the Way Towards a Plastic-Free Future

Nov 10, 2020 11:00 AM ET

Bacardi announced a 100% biodegradable spirits bottle that swaps crude oil for a plant-based ‘wonder material’ that will remove 80 million plastic bottles – 3000 tonnes of plastic – currently produced by their portfolio of brands every year.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Logistics of Disaster Response

Nov 10, 2020 11:00 AM ET

When disasters occur, relief teams are often faced with an excess of donated materials that are not needed and can even be detrimental to providing support.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

ESG Data Alert!!!

Nov 10, 2020 10:15 AM ET

Investors are going to be able to access companies’ question-level scores. They will be able to use them in making investment decisions.

Sustainable Development Goals

Verizon Joins the World Economic Forum's Trillion Trees Platform

Nov 10, 2020 10:10 AM ET

In addition to doubling their tree planting goal to 20 million trees by 2030, Verizon introduces a new, sustainable retail bag.

Diversity & Inclusion

Edison Strengthens Commitment to Black Employees by Joining AABE Energy Equity Initiative

Nov 10, 2020 10:10 AM ET

Edison International and Southern California Edison are partnering with the American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) to increase the representation of African Americans in the energy industry.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Vistra Shares Q3 Renewable Energy and Social Impact Achievements

Nov 10, 2020 10:10 AM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Joint Base San Antonio Honored with America Recycles Day Recycling Hero Award

Nov 10, 2020 10:00 AM ET

Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) will receive the second annual America Recycles Day® (ARD) Recycling Hero Award by Keep Texas Beautiful and Keep America Beautiful®.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Pro Bono Perspectives S2E24: Edgar Villanueva, Schott Foundation

Nov 10, 2020 9:00 AM ET

Edgar Villanueva, SVP at the Schott Foundation & award-winning author of "Decolonizing Wealth," unpacks the title of his book, addresses several important critiques of philanthropy, and shares how a return to his Indigenous values guides his career.

Research, Reports & Publications

Caesars Entertainment Reconfirms Longstanding Commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility Following 2020 Merger

Nov 10, 2020 8:00 AM ET

Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:CZR), the largest gaming and entertainment company in the United States, today published its 2019-2020 PEOPLE PLANET PLAY Report on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

MilliporeSigma Employee Spotlight: Melissa Hackmeier

Nov 10, 2020 7:30 AM ET

As part of our employee spotlight series, we’re sitting down with Melissa Hackmeier, head of employee and community engagement at MilliporeSigma, to learn more about how she’s supporting employees, partners and the next generation...

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Newman's Own® Awards Ceremony to Be Broadcast on Nov. 11 on MilitaryTimes.com

Nov 9, 2020 5:40 PM ET

Fisher House Foundation, Military Times, and Newman’s Own will announce the 2020 Newman’s Own Awards winners in a ceremony broadcast on MilitaryTimes.com on Nov. 11, 2020 at 12 p.m. EST.

Social Impact & Volunteering

We Are Citizen Philanthropists - Connecting Through Service

Nov 9, 2020 5:25 PM ET

Every waterfall begins with a single drop of water. That’s the idea behind VMware’s Citizen Philanthropy approach to giving—VMware’s impact in the community is the result of the collective actions of VMware people. At the core of this approach...

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

IWBI Announces New Governance Council Appointments

Nov 9, 2020 4:15 PM ET

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) announced today the appointment of Davina Rooney, chief executive officer of the Green Building Council of Australia and Mona Naqvi, senior director of ESG at S&P Dow Jones...

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Moody's and Village Capital Announce Winners of Latin America Finance Forward Accelerator

Nov 9, 2020 3:45 PM ET

Village Capital, with support from Moody’s, MetLife Foundation, and PayPal, today announced that Finerio, U-Zave, Creci, Akredito, and ZIZU were selected by peer entrepreneurs to receive equity-free investment as a part of Finance Forward LatAm 2020. An investment-readiness program, Finance Forward LatAm 2020 is part of Finance Forward, a multi-year global coalition to support entrepreneurs on four continents who are building tech-enabled solutions to place-based challenges around financial health.

Responsible Production & Consumption

eBay Launches New Destination to Meet Surging Demand for Certified Refurbished Products from Top Brands

Nov 9, 2020 3:00 PM ET

eBay, one of the world’s largest online marketplaces, is launching a new destination to feature officially “Certified Refurbished” products, direct from the world’s most popular brands.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Putting Purpose Into Action: Philanthropy

Nov 9, 2020 2:00 PM ET

The global impact of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) is significant. Each year, 15 million people between the ages of 30 and 69 die of an NCD, with more than 85% of these premature deaths occurring in low- and middle-income countries. This is compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic, with the greatest impacts affecting the underserved. Our philanthropic activities are central to our ability to improve access to vital treatment, support, and care for underserved communities.

Health & Healthcare

3 Steps to Help Students Build Resilient Self-Confidence

Nov 9, 2020 1:35 PM ET

Research shows that self-esteem is critical for education, no matter the discipline. Simply put, confident kids are happy, healthy, and successful.

Education

Alexion's 2020 Global Intern Program Remains Strong Despite COVID-19 Hurdles

Nov 9, 2020 1:00 PM ET

Many organizations shuttered their intern programs due to COVID-19 this year, but not Alexion. The company maintained its plans to welcome the 2020 class of interns by quickly pivoting to a virtual program that promises to be as engaging...

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Herbalife Nutrition Announces the Formation of an ESG Committee

Nov 9, 2020 12:55 PM ET

The Board of Directors of Herbalife Nutrition announced the formation of an ESG committee (environmental, social and governance). This decision was made given the importance of leading in the areas of sustainable, socially responsible...

Events, Media & Communications

Wounded Warrior Project Presents 'Honoring Our Warriors' A Virtual Veterans Day Celebration

Nov 9, 2020 12:50 PM ET

Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), a nonprofit dedicated to supporting and empowering injured veterans, today announces "Honoring Our Warriors" – a virtual Veterans Day celebration to encourage Americans everywhere to celebrate Veterans Day from home.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Qualcomm is Celebrating STEM by Helping to Bridge Digital Divide

Nov 9, 2020 12:45 PM ET

Qualcomm is hosting a month-long technology donation drive with Computer 2 Kids. This drive encourages Qualcomm employees and community members to donate any used or unused devices to be distributed among students in the region who need them most.

Research, Reports & Publications

American Airlines Publishes 2019-2020 ESG Report

Nov 9, 2020 12:00 PM ET

The report announces American’s goal to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and details the company’s strategy and pathway to achieve this ambitious goal.

Health & Healthcare

Herding Health Data to Provide Clearer Medical Guidance

Nov 9, 2020 12:00 PM ET

5G will have an impact on many industries such as healthcare, manufacturing & financial services. Recently, Keysight Technologies’ Huei-Sin Ee discussed how 5G will be instrumental in supporting connectivity and complex use cases such as telehealth.

Sustainable Development Goals

TD Commits to Ambitious Climate Action Plan and Targets Net-Zero Emissions by 2050

Nov 9, 2020 11:45 AM ET

TD Bank Group today announced its commitment to a global climate action plan, which includes a target to achieve net-zero GHG emissions associated with its operations and financing activities by 2050, aligned to the associated principles of the Paris Agreement