ESG News from Leading Brands

Responsible Production & Consumption

Rainforest Alliance Confirms SCS Global Services as Authorized Certification Body

May 12, 2021 10:05 AM ET

SCS Global Services (SCS), a pioneer and global leader in third-party environmental and sustainability certification, auditing, testing, and standards development, today announced it has been formally accepted by Rainforest Alliance as an authorized certification body to the Rainforest Alliance 2020 Sustainable Agriculture Standard (SAS).

Education

MilliporeSigma Partnership Spotlight: Chemistry on the Go

May 12, 2021 10:00 AM ET

MilliporeSigma sat down with Rogers Kao, CEO of the Center of Science Education for Tamkang University, to highlight the impact Chemistry on the Go is making on students in Taiwan.

Education

Georgia-Pacific Invests in Communities

May 12, 2021 9:40 AM ET

Georgia-Pacific knows strong communities make life better for everyone: our employees, our neighbors, and our customers. We work with community based programs, service projects and disaster relief efforts, targeting our investment in the Four Focus Areas: Education, Entrepreneurship, Environment, and Enrichment of Community.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

GRI Sustainability Training Now in Spanish

May 12, 2021 9:30 AM ET

Following the unveiling of the new Professional Certification Program in September 2020 by Global Reporting Initiative (GRI),

Diversity & Inclusion

Veterans@VMware POD (Power of Difference) Launches an EMEA Chapter!

May 12, 2021 9:30 AM ET

VMware’s Veterans@VMware POD (Power of Difference) has been going strong in the US for many years and recently sought out some of our UK Veterans and Reservists to pave the way for launching an EMEA Chapter of the Veterans@VMware POD.

Energy

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Are Growing Nationwide

May 12, 2021 9:30 AM ET

There’s a cure for your range anxiety about electric vehicles: more charging stations.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Sustainability in the Capital Markets is Here to Stay

May 12, 2021 9:15 AM ET

Companies worldwide are accelerating their shift to sustainability. Check out this article to find out how sustainable finance has moved from being a nice-to-have agenda item to an urgent discussion.

Research, Reports & Publications

Credible Position Statements Help Drive Corporate Sustainability

May 12, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Companies are expected to set credible goals on sustainability issues, and a clear position statement is a crucial first step. The Embedding Project offers free guidance on how to craft position statements, including a database with leading examples.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Sandy Cameron Is Our February 2021 PMOM

May 12, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Project managers (PM) are the face of Tetra Tech to every client and are the people who ensure that our project work is done to the highest standards of quality and fiscal discipline. Tetra Tech CEO Dan Batrack honors those who work at the highest level of excellence with our PM of the Month award.

Research, Reports & Publications

Vancity in 2020: Advancing an Equitable Climate Transition

May 12, 2021 9:00 AM ET

In a year of extraordinary uncertainty, Vancity was able to apply its values-based banking model for the benefit of members, employees and communities.

Research, Reports & Publications

Innovating Together for a Brighter Future: Booz Allen Foundation Releases Annual Report, Announces New Executive Director

May 12, 2021 9:00 AM ET

The Booz Allen Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to convening diverse stakeholders to solve complex social issues, is committed to addressing the world’s toughest problems—including a global pandemic.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Volunteering and Employee Engagement

May 12, 2021 7:30 AM ET

In today's episode of the Social Impact Show, we discuss how employee volunteering can positively impact your employee engagement programs. We explore how volunteering can be the gateway to increased workplace giving participation, the rise of virtual volunteering, how to encourage employee volunteering and partnerships with non-profit organizations.

Diversity & Inclusion

New Report Reveals CEO Insights Into Racial Equity Challenges

May 11, 2021 5:00 PM ET

A new report PolicyLink, FSG, and JUST Capital reveals what some of America’s C-suite leaders identify as the key challenges to advancing racial equity and what it means for what comes next.

Health & Healthcare

CNH Industrial Hosts Vaccine Clinic at Its Office Site in Burr Ridge, Illinois

May 11, 2021 5:00 PM ET

CNH Industrial partnered up with Healthy RX Consulting located in Oak Brook, Illinois and hosted a pop-up vaccine clinic at its office location in Burr Ridge, Illinois.

Research, Reports & Publications

Clarivate 2020 Progress Across Sustainability Pillars

May 11, 2021 4:35 PM ET

At Clarivate, we’re committed to maintaining the highest level of integrity and ethics, protecting our planet, empowering our colleagues to thrive and building collaborative global communities.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Celebrating Parents with a Million Acts of Love

May 11, 2021 4:35 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Medtronic Receives “World Changing Idea” Recognition

May 11, 2021 3:15 PM ET

Unprecedented pandemic response. First-of-its-kind heart technology. And innovation in reducing certain heart surgery-related infections. All of these Medtronic healthcare innovations are among the 2021 World Changing Ideas recognized on May 4, 2021 by Fast Company.

Health & Healthcare

Lacing Up for Health After Beating COVID-19: Paulo's Story

May 11, 2021 3:05 PM ET

Last month, Paulo Santos put on his running shoes and hit the road. But this wasn’t a normal, everyday run. Instead, he ran 20 miles from Freehold Township to Neptune Township in New Jersey.

Research, Reports & Publications

Advancing Sustainability in Times of Adversity: 3M's 2021 Sustainability Report

May 11, 2021 3:00 PM ET

3M published its 2021 Sustainability Report today, offering a close look at how the challenges and changes of 2020 ultimately strengthened its commitment to sustainability.

Environment

Investors and Business Leaders Urge Passage of California Climate Risk Disclosure Legislation

May 11, 2021 2:55 PM ET

Institutional investors with more than $88 billion in assets under management and a coalition of business leaders are calling on the California State Legislature to pass legislation that would require state-incorporated corporations, financial institutions, and insurers to report on climate-related financial risks.

Innovation & Technology

HP Announces Global Launch of Smartest Printing System, HP+

May 11, 2021 2:40 PM ET

HP Inc. announced the expansion of HP+, the smartest printing system2 designed for consumers and small businesses. In a time when demand for printing is high (+6% NPD/GFK)3, driven by millions of people working and learning from home, HP+ is modernizing today’s printing experience.

Innovation & Technology

Let Us Bring It To You. T-Mobile, Healium and Honor Flight Network Virtually Transport Veterans to D.C. Memorials with the Power of 5G

May 11, 2021 2:00 PM ET

From the comfort of their living rooms, veterans are virtually transported to Washington D.C. — just as if they were there in person — where they can tour the war memorials that commemorate their service and honor their fallen comrades.

Diversity & Inclusion

Adilla Arantika Leads by Example at Principal Financial Group®

May 11, 2021 1:45 PM ET

In just three short years at Principal, Adilla Arantika quickly distinguished herself as a leader not just in Southeast Asian and Indian markets, but organization wide.

Education

Cisco Networking Academy Benefits From Cisco Webex

May 11, 2021 1:15 PM ET

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, teachers quickly reached out to students online. Cisco Webex is the solution for Cisco Networking Academy. Lessons continue through a new way of communicating, helping teachers reach students, so learning never stops.

Responsible Production & Consumption

General Mills and NFWF Announce Partnership to Accelerate the Adoption of Regenerative Agriculture

May 11, 2021 1:00 PM ET

Projects supported by General Mills will help farmers improve soil health and water quality, and reduce green-house gas emissions.