ESG News from Leading Brands

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

How Impact Investing Can Change Our Relationship With Money

Feb 26, 2019 8:35 AM ET

Millennials see investment decisions as a way to express their social, political and environmental values. With CNote, we make investing simple and impactful. Our members’ money works towards revitalizing communities; building affordable housing; and getting women and minorities business loans.

Events, Media & Communications

Sixty Global CEOs Convene on Corporate Purpose, Connection to Society

Feb 26, 2019 8:30 AM ET

Sixty CEOs who are a part of Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP) –a coalition of 250 of the world’s largest companies that represent more than $6.6 trillion in revenues, $21.2 billion in social investment, 14 million employees, and $15 trillion in assets under management–met at CECP’s Board of Boards to examine critical success factors in building the business for the long-term.

Responsible Production & Consumption

New Holland Agriculture and Case IH Facilities Achieve Incident-free Milestone of Three Million Work Hours

Feb 26, 2019 8:25 AM ET

New Holland Agriculture and Case IH facilities achieve three million incident-free work hours. The safety milestone is an example of the Company’s overall commitment to sustainability, as the safety and welfare of employees are key components of a sustainable operation.

Events, Media & Communications

The TriplePundit Flash: The 3 Stories You Need to Know, 2/26

Feb 26, 2019 8:00 AM ET

Welcome to the TriplePundit flash, for which every Monday we will give you a quick rundown of the stories the editors at 3p think you need to know.

Environment

SCS Global Services Partners With Climate Collaborative as Solutions Provider

Feb 26, 2019 8:00 AM ET

The Climate Collaborative, a joint project of the Sustainable Food Trade Association (SFTA) and OSC2, announced today that SCS Global Services is now recognized as an official Solutions Provider partner. SCS is a leading international third-party certifier and standards developer, and a pioneer in the climate and sustainability arena. In its role as Solutions Provider, SCS will share its insights and support the efforts of the Climate Collaborative and its network of committed companies, an influential roster of climate-focused natural and organic food industry companies who are committed to undertaking bold action on behalf of climate and the environment. Read more here...

Innovation & Technology

HP Labs Explores a New Approach to Immersive Content Creation and Consumption

Feb 26, 2019 8:00 AM ET

After discussions with teammates Mary Baker and Eric Faggin, Jun developed a personalized, and now more comfortable, virtual space that featured copies and scans of real world items. It's blending of real and virtual worlds prompted Jun to think about other situations in which that kind of intermixing might have value. She quickly identified education as a promising area of exploration.

Environment

Smithfield Foods Achieves Industry-Leading Environmental Commitment by Engaging Grain Supply Chain in Sustainable Farming Practices

Feb 25, 2019 5:40 PM ET

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has successfully engaged 80 percent of its grain supply chain, which is used to feed the company’s hogs, in farming practices that are both sustainable and reduce the cost of production for grain farmers. This exceeded the company’s original goal of 75 percent. In 2018, Smithfield purchased grain from producers who use efficient fertilizer and soil health methods across approximately 560,000 acres of land.

Health & Healthcare

Want to Keep Your Heart Healthy? Listen to What This Cardiothoracic Surgeon Has to Say

Feb 25, 2019 3:40 PM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

Celebrating Black History Month

Feb 25, 2019 2:15 PM ET

Today and every day, I salute all the quiet voices like Henrietta Lacks, who will never be formally recognized for her contribution to modern day medicine, but will always play a role with impacting our future. I also salute those like Angela Rye, who have the voice and courage to narrate and raise the volume on injustice in the world. There are countless others who are paving the way or have paved by leaving an indelible mark, not just for Black History, but American History.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

LG Recognized Among World's Top 100 Most Sustainable Corporations

Feb 25, 2019 2:00 PM ET

LG Electronics (LG) has been named one of the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations by Corporate Knights for a fifth year. LG also just earned the Gold Class distinction in RobecoSAM’s 2019 Sustainability Yearbook.

Health & Healthcare

UGA Miracle raises $1.1M for Children’s Healthcare

Feb 25, 2019 1:50 PM ET

Aflac is proud to support The Aflac Cancer Center and Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Dance Marathons. Kudos to the students at the University of Georgia for their commitment to helping children with challenging health issues.

Diversity & Inclusion

UN Women and Procter & Gamble Announce Newest Commitment to Gender Equality Across the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East and Africa Region at the #WeSeeEqual Summit

Feb 25, 2019 1:50 PM ET

Health & Healthcare

Walmart Committed in Fight Against Opioids

Feb 25, 2019 1:20 PM ET

The abuse of and addiction to prescription opioids is a serious public health issue. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, more than 2 million people in the United States suffer from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers. The health and safety of our patients is a critical priority; that’s why we’re taking an active role in the fight against our nation’s opioid issue – one that has affected so many families and communities across America.

Events, Media & Communications

JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes Presents the Airline’s Long-Term Environmental Social Governance Strategy to Investors at the Sixth Annual CECP: The CEO Force for Good Investor Forum

Feb 25, 2019 1:00 PM ET

Today, JetBlue’s CEO Robin Hayes will present the highlights of the airline’s environmental, social, governance (ESG) strategy and plan to leading institutional investors at the Strategic Investor Initiative’s sixth annual CEO Force For Good Investor Forum. As part of Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose (CECP), a coalition of more than 200 corporations collectively representing $7 trillion in annual revenue, Hayes will share JetBlue’s plan to drive higher margins and returns through initiatives such as fuel savings and more efficient technology.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Houston Homeownership to Get $6.1 Million Boost

Feb 25, 2019 12:30 PM ET

Wells Fargo, NeighborWorks America and its local network members announced the NeighborhoodLIFT® program will expand for Houston with a $6.1 million commitment by Wells Fargo to boost local homeownership. Local NeighborWorks America network members Avenue, Fifth Ward CRC and Tejano Center will administer the $15,000 down payment assistance grants and provide homebuyer education.

Innovation & Technology

Visa Global Study Identifies Key Success Factors To Improve Daily Travel, Creating Smarter, More Efficient Cities

Feb 25, 2019 12:05 PM ET

Today, Visa (NYSE:V), in collaboration with Stanford University, launched one of the largest global studies examining the growing demand for public and private transportation, and the important role digital commerce plays in driving sustainable growth.

Media & Communications

Millennials Really Do Want To Work for Environmentally-Sustainable Companies, According to a New Survey of Large Company Employees

Feb 25, 2019 12:00 PM ET

Here we are in the new millennium, since 2000 or 2001 (the clear delineation has been debated) and the generation that straddles the 20th and 21st centuries has characteristics that may be quite different for employers (and as customers, investors, voters).

The Millennial Generation has been defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as those men and women born between 1981 and 1996, who are 23-to-38 years of age in 2019. (For sure, the exact definition of generations is not always in general agreement.) This cohort succeeded the smaller-sized “Generation Xers” and the large Baby Boom generation (born 1946-1964, originally 77 million strong and two-thirds larger than the “Silents” before them). The long-dominant Boomer population has been decreasing in size since 2012…so what comes next for the

Responsible Production & Consumption

Building a Sustainable Wardrobe

Feb 25, 2019 12:00 PM ET

Building a sustainable wardrobe may seem daunting, but it’s easier than you think. Being a conscious consumer starts in your own closet. It requires thinking differently about what we have, what we buy and how we wear them. Being conscious about our buying choices means taking a moment to think about what clothing we buy and what we do with the clothes we already own. For a few ideas for creating a more sustainable wardrobe, watch the video. Join the conversation on #MakingApparelBetter.

Events, Media & Communications

Scotiabank Brings Smiles to Customers with 'Digital Mania' Promotion

Feb 25, 2019 10:00 AM ET

The Scotiabank 'Digital Mania' Customer Appreciation promotion has now ended with over 4,500 customers from the Caribbean North & Central (Bahamas, Cayman and Jamaica) set to benefit from over CA $76,000 in prizes.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Ebay Selects Greensboro for a Partnership to Help Local Entrepreneurs Expand Their Markets

Feb 25, 2019 9:30 AM ET

Wallace founded the Greensboro-based company four years ago. It makes craft-flavored snacks that pair with beer and wine. With a new eBay program called Retail Revival, Wallace hopes to sell those snacks to consumers around the world.

Energy

Solid Results Driven by Robust Overseas Performance and Reliable Hong Kong Business

Feb 25, 2019 9:00 AM ET

CLP Holdings Limited (CLP) is pleased to announce solid annual results for 2018. The Group’s operating earnings for the year increased 5.1% to HK$13,982 million. Total earnings decreased by 4.9% to HK$13,550 million, largely due to favourable one-off items in 2017.

Education

Comerica Bank Teams with Beyond Basics to Support Literacy in Detroit Public Schools

Feb 25, 2019 8:30 AM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

Read Barclays’ 2018 Environmental Social Governance (ESG) Report

Feb 25, 2019 8:00 AM ET

“Our success has always been inextricably linked to the progress of the people, communities and businesses that we serve,” said Group CEO, Jes Staley. “By publishing the ESG Report alongside our Annual Report, we’re demonstrating the importance that Barclays places on delivering sustainable value both to society and to our shareholders.”

Innovation & Technology

Expert Interview With Bonnie Brandreth, Data Analytics Expert

Feb 25, 2019 8:00 AM ET

For the past 25 years, Bonnie Brandreth has helped federal and state agencies, nongovernmental organizations, and private companies collect, analyze, and use data to build organizational strategies, drive decision making, and optimize performance.

Social Impact & Volunteering

How We Give Back: Anthony’s Story

Feb 25, 2019 8:00 AM ET

We’re thankful for employees like Anthony, who led a visually impaired New Yorker toward his goal of completing a marathon this year.