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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Tetra Tech Wins Two Awards in the Sustainable Pittsburgh Challenge

Apr 17, 2019 9:00 AM ET

Tetra Tech was among the top winners honored at the Sustainable Pittsburgh Challenge (SPC) Finale and Awards Ceremony on March 21, 2019. The purpose of SPC is to increase sustainability practices by Pittsburgh businesses across seven major categories: social equity, energy, water, materials management, transportation, air quality, and engagement.

Research, Reports & Publications

Accenture’s Corporate Citizenship Report 2018: Improving the Way the World Works and Lives

Apr 17, 2019 9:00 AM ET

“As the pace of innovation disrupts what it means to be a responsible business, organizations must take a leadership role in positively contributing to society at a scale that makes a difference,” — Laurence Morvan, Accenture’s corporate social responsibility officer and chief of staff – office of the CEO.

Corporate citizenship has always been fundamental to the way Accenture operates. Guided by the responsibility to their people, clients, communities and the environment, the company leverages its understanding of technology and its impact to help create more-inclusive societies that offer more opportunities to more people.

Environment

Black & Veatch Consortium Advances Prayagraj Wastewater Programme to Design-and-build Phase

Apr 17, 2019 4:00 AM ET

Namami Gange is the Indian government’s ambitious programme to restore water quality in the Ganga and its tributaries. Completion, by a Black & Veatch consortium, of a project at Prayagraj – also known as Allahabad - has brought enhanced water quality at one of the most venerated sites a step closer.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Now Through May 1st, Double Your Donation to Prevent Homelessness in Central Florida

Apr 16, 2019 6:20 PM ET

At Christian HELP, our mission is to prevent homelessness by helping people find jobs, while providing for them spiritually and materially. According to the most recent ALICE Report, a study from United Way, 47% of our population is one crisis away from homelessness—whether it’s a medical emergency, their car breaks down, or they suddenly lose their job.

Environment

Falter: Bill McKibben's Latest Warning

Apr 16, 2019 5:45 PM ET

Environmentalists have been talking for a long time about the threat to the planet. Now, a prominent voice is directing our attention to a related threat: he says our very humanity is in peril. This week on Sea Change Radio, we welcome back author and environmental leader Bill McKibben.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

The Power Of Purpose: How Feeding America Works With Brands To Tackle The Problem Of Hunger

Apr 16, 2019 5:35 PM ET

Catherine Davis, Feeding America's chief marketing and communications officer, is interviewed about the purpose and mission of Feeding America, and how companies (like General Mills) are partnering to support their work.

Research, Reports & Publications

Innovating with Purpose: Perspectives from the SDG Leadership Forum

Apr 16, 2019 4:55 PM ET

VMware partnered with GlobeScan for an online discussion of Sustainable Development Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure. 150 participants explored the key ways innovations in technology and digital infrastructure can be used to drive and support sustainable economies and environments.

Health & Healthcare

Do People in Developing Countries Have Access to Bayer Drug Products As Well?

Apr 16, 2019 3:05 PM ET

We have therefore been working together with the US Agency for International Development (USAID) and other partners for decades. The contraceptives are manufactured specifically for these programs and provided to the aid organizations at reduced prices. Local distribution is carried out by the organizations themselves.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Schneider Electric, Duke Energy Renewables Awarded PEER Platinum Certification for Montgomery County, Maryland PSHQ Microgrid

Apr 16, 2019 3:00 PM ET

Issued by Green Business Certification Inc.™ (GBCI), PEER is a comprehensive framework for defining, specifying and assessing sustainable performance of power generation, transmission and distribution. This PEER certification validates the performance advantage of Schneider Electric and Duke Energy Renewables’ collaborative project to install two advanced microgrids that serve Montgomery County, independently quantifying the value streams that the microgrid system offers.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Booz Allen Is First Consulting Firm to Win INFORMS Prize for Operations Research

Apr 16, 2019 3:00 PM ET

Operations research (O.R.) leverages analytic tools, mathematical techniques, and data science to help people make better decisions. Booz Allen’s O.R. team has been using this discipline to disrupt threat networks, prevent entitlement fraud, and improve pharmaceutical safety. On April 15, the team was recognized with the 2019 INFORMS Prize, joining a roster of winners that includes Disney, General Motors, the U.S. Air Force, and the Mayo Clinic. Booz Allen is the first consulting firm to receive this award.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Comcast NBCUniversal Named a LinkedIn Top Company for 2019

Apr 16, 2019 2:35 PM ET

Comcast NBCUniversal has been named to LinkedIn’s Top Companies list for a third-straight year. The list identifies 50 companies where Americans most want to work right now.

Diversity & Inclusion

Networking, Culture Pave Way for Women at PNC

Apr 16, 2019 2:30 PM ET

Vicki Henn got her start at PNC Bank more than 25 years ago. Today she is executive vice president and chief human resources officer at the company. “I’m an example of what happens when you identify talent in someone and then make an investment – (PNC CEO) Bill Demchak did that with me.” Henn has made it part of her mission to provide opportunities for others in the same way.

Environment

Partners in Purpose: Bridgestone Nature Reserve at Chestnut Mountain

Apr 16, 2019 2:00 PM ET

Since the 1970s, Bridgestone has owned and managed 6,000 acres east of Nashville, Tennessee. In June 2018, this land was donated to The Nature Conservancy. In addition to being an ideal and protected home for wildlife, the reserve also offsets the carbon emmissions produced by Nashville's Bridgestone Tower.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Dell Technologies Consuming Less at Hannover Messe

Apr 16, 2019 2:00 PM ET

Did you know that Dell Technologies has the largest IT recycling program in the world? Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, ranging from sustainable design, responsible and ethical production through to end-of-life and recycling.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Lockheed Martin Employees Recognized with President’s Volunteer Service Awards

Apr 16, 2019 2:00 PM ET

Lockheed Martin proudly recognized 2,418 of its employees who received the President’s Volunteer Service Award for performing more than 100 hours of volunteer service in 2018.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How Health Care Companies Can Advance Racial Equity and Strengthen Economic Performance

Apr 16, 2019 2:00 PM ET

New approaches to health equity improve profitability and competitiveness.

Research, Reports & Publications

New Cross-Sector Study Will Examine Role of Corporate Boards in Driving Success in Long-Term Performance

Apr 16, 2019 1:30 PM ET

Today’s Boards of Directors are expected to play a more forward-looking strategic role that supports long-term performance.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

FORTUNE and Great Place to Work Name Merck to Best Workplaces in Health Care and Biopharma List

Apr 16, 2019 1:15 PM ET

FORTUNE and Great Place to Work have honored Merck as one of the 2019 Top 10 Best Workplaces in Health Care and Biopharma. Merck was certified a Great Place to Work in September and made the Best Workplaces list in 2018.

Innovation & Technology

CNH Industrial Signs Partnership Agreement to Bring State-of-the-art Connectivity to Brazilian Agriculture

Apr 16, 2019 1:15 PM ET

Thanks to both the increasing professionalization of the agricultural sector and the advances in machinery and technology, Brazilian agriculture has experienced significant growth in the last 20 years, placing the country amongst the sector’s global leaders. To prepare for the next productivity enhancing step, Brazil needs to invest in ensuring connectivity is brought to the entire agricultural sector. For this purpose, CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE: CNHI/MI: CNHI), in partnership with seven other companies, has developed ConectarAGRO, an initiative intended to consolidate and expand internet access across all of Brazil’s agricultural regions.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

TriplePundit Flash: Green Sports Alliance

Apr 16, 2019 1:00 PM ET

Launched in 2010, the Alliance is seeking to amplify its message as it enters its second decade of work by adding more executive and corporate board leadership to guide the organization. One of those hires is Roger McClendon as the new Executive Director for the group. McClendon’s experience includes serving as Yum! Brands' first chief sustainability officer, as well as having led Blueline, a sustainable design guide for restaurants centered around LEED certification program.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Earth Day Network's 2019 Cleanup Spans Thousands of Locations During April

Apr 16, 2019 12:45 PM ET

Earth Day Network is implementing a nationally coordinated environmental volunteer cleanup to mark Earth Day 2019, in collaboration with partners across the U.S., including National CleanUp Day and Keep America Beautiful. All over the country people are encouraged to get up, get out, and help clean their communities to celebrate Earth Day.

Research, Reports & Publications

Blackbaud and YourCause Release Comprehensive Global Report on Employee Engagement, Corporate Social Responsibility Trends

Apr 16, 2019 12:20 PM ET

YourCause, a Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) company and a leader in corporate social responsibility software solutions, today announced the release of its seventh Industry Review, a comprehensive analysis of employee engagement and corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs. YourCause introduced the new report at its CSRWorks client conference, an annual gathering of more than 300 clients, CSR and employee engagement professionals being held this week in Austin, Texas.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Hormel Foods Donates More Than 6,000 Pounds of Food to Fisher Houses Across the Nation, Helping to Feed Military & Veterans’ Families This Easter

Apr 16, 2019 12:15 PM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Rise of ESG Indicators

Apr 16, 2019 12:10 PM ET

The Responsible Business Summit, hosted by London-based Ethical Corporation, is among the most well attended events by leaders from all sectors, providing a space for strategic discussions on business’ role in addressing our most important systemic challenges. In March, RBS New York convened 400 CEOs, along with mayors, investors, and nonprofit leaders to share insights and map out strategies for a sustainable future—one that the private sector will play a major part in shaping.

Research, Reports & Publications

AccountAbility Releases Arabic Translation of the AA1000 AccountAbility Principles (AA1000AP, 2018)

Apr 16, 2019 12:00 PM ET

AccountAbility has released the Arabic translation of its latest sustainability management framework and guidance document – the AccountAbility Principles (AA1000AP, 2018). The AA1000AP (2018) serves as the foundation of the AA1000 Series of Standards, and offers an informed update to the firm’s internationally accepted, principles-based approach to sustainability management for the 21st century.