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Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

OpEd: It's Time for Positive Action Strategies

Nov 25, 2020 8:15 AM ET

As we add impetus to the global move to a cleaner, more sustainable energy system, perhaps the greatest obstacle we face is the enormous financing requirement that this step change in our economies will bring. The financing required to...

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Booz Allen Foundation Unites Innovators and Experts in the COVID-19 Fight

Nov 25, 2020 8:00 AM ET

Now months into the COVID-19 crisis, how have the world’s brightest innovators been working to prevent the spread of the disease, protect caregivers, improve care delivery, and educate our communities?

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The National Merit® ON Semiconductor Scholarship Program Invests in the Future

Nov 25, 2020 8:00 AM ET

Each year roughly 1.6 million students from over 22,000 high schools across America enter the National Merit Scholarship Program in the fall of their junior (third) year of high school by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®) and meeting published participation requirements.

Environment

What Does the Future Hold for Beneficial Use of Landfill Gas?

Nov 25, 2020 8:00 AM ET

Tetra Tech’s Paul Stout, Vice President of our solid waste solution’s west region, specializes in landfill gas and renewable natural gas projects. In this post he provides insight into California’s leading role in getting other states to adopt sustainable energy regulations.

Green Infrastructure

Major Role for Black & Veatch in Thames Water's Biggest AMP7 Design-and-Build Framework

Nov 25, 2020 3:45 AM ET

Black & Veatch has extended its AMP7 role with Thames Water after being appointed by main contractor Galliford Try as its Strategic Engineering Design Partner for two framework lots in London.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Volunteers Remove 35,500 lbs. of Trash at 8 River Cleanups During ‘Keep the Tennessee River Watershed Beautiful Month’

Nov 24, 2020 4:45 PM ET

October, which was declared by four governors and four mayors to be ‘Keep the Tennessee River Watershed Beautiful Month,’ proved to be a very busy month.

Research, Reports & Publications

Sustained Global Leadership in Real Estate

Nov 24, 2020 4:30 PM ET

For over a decade, Stockland has achieved a top five rank in the S&P Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), global recognition of its sustainability leadership and commitment to delivering shared value to all its stakeholders.

Innovation & Technology

Lessons in Innovation Under Some of the World's Harshest Conditions

Nov 24, 2020 4:10 PM ET

Environment

The 'Evoluzione Terra' Project Helps Develop of Sustainable and Social Farming in Italy

Nov 24, 2020 4:00 PM ET

CNH Industrial and its agricultural brand New Holland Agriculture have joined forces with the Italian environmentalist association Legambiente on the ‘Evoluzione Terra’ (Evolution Earth) project, which was presented to the press, institutions and industry associations today.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Call for Nominations Now OPEN for WEC 2021 Gold Medal Award for Corporate Sustainability

Nov 24, 2020 3:50 PM ET

As the world moves to rebuild our economies and to tackle climate change and systemic injustices, corporate leadership on sustainable development is more important than ever.

Diversity & Inclusion

Caring for Homeless Veterans With U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Nov 24, 2020 2:50 PM ET

At T-Mobile, we stand ready to serve those who serve us and are proud to support our veterans. Personally, I grew up admiring a veteran in my immediate family — my grandfather who served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

Diversity & Inclusion

UPS Stories | Passion, Purpose and Bow Ties

Nov 24, 2020 1:30 PM ET

Young entrepreneur Treandos is inspired.

Not only does he want to make the world a better and more colorful place via the unquestioned magic of the bow tie, he is also combatting a real and persistent issue in many communities … food insecurity.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Time to Support Family as a New Dad.

Nov 24, 2020 1:10 PM ET

Life’s not predictable. That’s why P&G builds flexibility into our leave of absence plans… to meet the unique life stages, family dynamics, dreams and obligations our employees have.

Education

Butterflies Take Flight for Education in Mexico

Nov 24, 2020 12:30 PM ET

International Paper’s North American Container business in Mexico has sponsored butterfly kits for three schools in Silao, Juarez and Los Mochis.

Innovation & Technology

Synthetic Aperture Radar Gets Boost From Small Satellites

Nov 24, 2020 12:00 PM ET

Today's small satellite systems are paving the way for advancements in accurate Earth observation from space. See how tracking weather systems and more using synthetic aperture radar can help disaster response crews on the ground.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Listening and Learning, Walmart Reopens Chicago Supercenters with a Community

Nov 24, 2020 12:00 PM ET

Since a wave of civil unrest shook the nation in June, we’ve been listening intently to the citizens of Chicago. And we’re making changes we’re proud of, to reflect the nature of a community we want to do more than just exist in.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Invesco Cares Donates $54,000 for Student Technology and Supplies

Nov 24, 2020 11:05 AM ET

In a school year like no other, Invesco Cares chapters have stepped up with Operation Backpack to help students thrive despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Since August, Invesco Cares chapters across North America have donated a collective $54,000 to 11...

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

How Panasonic Is Working With the IOC to Support the Next Generation of Inspirational Leaders

Nov 24, 2020 11:05 AM ET

Health & Healthcare

Precision Medicine Diagnostics Are Driving the Need for Flexible Facility Design

Nov 24, 2020 10:30 AM ET

Precision medicine is based on the idea that each of us is different and may not react the same way to a particular treatment.

Education

Gather the Family Around Cross-Curricular Learning

Nov 24, 2020 10:00 AM ET

The research is clear: when families support student learning, kids earn higher grades, stay in school longer, and are more motivated. Making this reality come to life means focusing on the whole student across the spectrum of health, academics, and social skills.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Nonprofits Receive Over $345,000 From Alliant Energy's Foundation

Nov 24, 2020 9:35 AM ET

A total of 139 nonprofit organizations are receiving community grants totaling over $345,000 from Alliant Energy’s Foundation. These fall cycle grants are supporting communities throughout Wisconsin and Iowa.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Pro Bono Perspectives S2E25: Shalu Umapathy, IDEO.org

Nov 24, 2020 9:35 AM ET

Shalu Umapathy of IDEO.org appears on Pro Bono Perspectives to share insights on people-centered design, what innovation means in the nonprofit sector in the context of COVID-19, and how it can be a path toward diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Events, Media & Communications

Qualcomm Smart Cities Accelerate Event - Mayors Panel Announced

Nov 24, 2020 9:30 AM ET

Register today for Qualcomm Smart Cities Accelerate 2020 where we’ll explore the most recent technology advances, business models, and lessons that can make the Smart Connected Cities and Connected Spaces a reality.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Watch Land Betterment Corporation's Impact Minute Episode 19

Nov 24, 2020 9:30 AM ET

Land Betterment Corporation (“Land Betterment” or the “Company”) is proud to release Episode 19 of its Impact Minute video blog.

Social Impact & Volunteering

'Many hearts. One community.'

Nov 24, 2020 9:05 AM ET

The perseverance of communities continues to be a shining light during these trying times, and Wells Fargo is celebrating the optimism and determination of our community anchors. From local food banks stepping up to meet the steep increase of people seeking assistance, to small businesses adapting to rapidly changing environments, to military service members and front-line workers committed to keeping our communities safe, Wells Fargo salutes those working together to support each other year-round, and especially during the holidays.