ESG News from Leading Brands

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Give Hope to Every Child Fighting Cancer This Holiday Season

Dec 18, 2018 3:50 PM ET

During the holiday season, when most families gather to share festive meals and to exchange gifts, some families face the unthinkable.

Take Harlan for example. Harlan was an active and happy toddler when his world changed forever. At just two-years-old, Harlan was diagnosed with a rare brain cancer for which there was no cure.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Ecolab Investing in Renewable Power Project With Clearway Energy Group

Dec 18, 2018 3:50 PM ET

Ecolab Inc. has signed an agreement to support Clearway Energy Group’s 419-megawatt wind farm, Mesquite Star, in Fisher County, Texas. Construction of the Mesquite Star wind farm is scheduled to begin in the first half of 2019. The renewable electricity generated under Ecolab’s 100-megawatt agreement is expected to cover 100 percent of the company’s annual domestic energy use and help reduce its greenhouse gas emissions 25 percent by 2020 versus a 2015 baseline.

Responsible Production & Consumption

#TheFutureDoesntSuck: How Bacardi and Lonely Whale Are Making Waves Worldwide

Dec 18, 2018 3:35 PM ET

Family-owned Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, and Lonely Whale, the award-winning non-profit dedicated to bringing forward courageous ideas that positively impact the health of our ocean, are working together to help rid the environment of single-use plastic. Since June 2018, the two organizations have asked individuals and venues to sign up to ensure #TheFutureDoesntSuck by pledging to eliminate single-use plastic straws. Watch how Bacardi and Lonely Whale are spreading the word across the globe from the US to China, through brand activations, influencer events, social media and more.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Forecast 2019: Climate Change Reality Takes Firmer Hold

Dec 18, 2018 3:30 PM ET

Andy Hoffman, professor of management and organizations at the Ross School of Business and professor of environment and sustainability at the School for Environment and Sustainability, studies the relationship between environmental issues and organizations. His latest book is Re-engaging With Sustainability in the Anthropocene Era: An Institutional Approach.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Making a More Inclusive and Accepting World for Everyone

Dec 18, 2018 3:15 PM ET

Each day, while elected officials debate political and legislative solutions, HRC Foundation’s incredible staff educates the public and provides training and model policies that alter the fundamental nature of the institutions that govern our everyday lives. From policy that guides a hospital’s treatment of LGBTQ patients, to the moral truths that shape how a pastor interacts with a congregation or a community — HRC approaches LGBTQ life holistically, looking for ways that their work can make a more inclusive and accepting world for everyone, in every part of their life.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

KeyBank Provides $21.9 Million in Total Financing for Creation of Affordable Seniors Housing in Holley, NY

Dec 18, 2018 3:00 PM ET

KeyBank Community Development Lending & Investment (CDLI) has provided $21.9 million in total financing to Home Leasing, LLC for the historic preservation and creation of affordable housing in the former Holley High School in Holley, NY. KeyBank provided a $9.9 million construction loan, plus $6.8 million in Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) equity and $5.1 million in Historic Tax Credit (HTC) equity.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

PayPal’s Commitment to Improving Financial Health

Dec 18, 2018 3:00 PM ET

We are committed to using our platform to democratize financial services and improve financial health. See how PayPal is expanding our products and services to offer our customers more flexibility in how they manage their financial lives.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Charlotte’s Bank of America Stadium Wins Award for Improving Fan Comfort While Conserving Energy

Dec 18, 2018 2:50 PM ET

Bank of America Stadium, home of the Carolina Panthers®, won a 2018 Energy Efficiency Leader award and recognition from Trane and Ingersoll Rand leaders for outstanding commitment to energy conservation. Panthers’ president, Tom Glick, and vice president of stadium operations, Scott Paul, accepted the award yesterday during a ceremony at the stadium.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Empowering People to Manage their Unique Life and Work

Dec 18, 2018 1:15 PM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Serving the Poor in a Transformative Way at Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington

Dec 18, 2018 1:05 PM ET

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit social service agency offering services in 21 counties and seven independent cities in northern and central Virginia that comprise the Diocese of Arlington. The mission of Catholic Charities is to serve the most vulnerable and poor of mind, body, and spirit by offering programs that help clients recognize their abilities, develop self-sufficiency, and maintain dignity.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Doing the Right Thing with Our Supply Chain

Dec 18, 2018 11:30 AM ET

Our supply chains are the backbone of our products, and we are making intentional choices to leverage the footprint of our suppliers, buyers and manufacturing sites to be a driver for good. From transparent sourcing practices that aid consumer decisionmaking to growing shareholder value through innovation-driving programs like global supplier diversity, P&G is proud to be a leader in supply chain responsibility. This work is built on three pillars: Responsible Sourcing, Supplier Diversity and Sustainable Innovation, all managed by a dedicated Supplier Citizenship team in Purchases.

Diversity & Inclusion

LGBT Great Membership Launch Announcement

Dec 18, 2018 11:15 AM ET

“Northern Trust is pleased to work with LGBT Great in support of this initiative. We believe in fostering an inclusive environment where our people can contribute and grow, and their unique mix of attributes can serve as the catalyst for innovation. Supporting the work of LGBT Great aligns with our culture of inclusion that allows LGBT+ employees to take full advantage of business opportunities and champion the recognition and visibility of LGBT+ partners' contributions to the success of Northern Trust in support of our global business strategy”.

Education

Soft Skills: The Key to Future-proofing Jobs in India

Dec 18, 2018 11:00 AM ET

Environment

A Culture Shift for Safety: How Low-Risk Facilities Can Proactively Address Active Threats

Dec 18, 2018 10:45 AM ET

Antea Group blogs about developing a culture of safety and preparing for threats at your office, store or other low-risk workplace.

Innovation & Technology

HPE's Approach to the Circular Economy

Dec 18, 2018 10:40 AM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Zinnia’s #GardenStory: Sharing Her Love of Fresh Food With Those in Need

Dec 18, 2018 10:35 AM ET

At The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation, we want more kids outside—with their hands in the dirt and their smiles bursting with joy. We want more kids to have the opportunity like Zinnia to experience the wonder of gardens. That’s why we’re partnering with KidsGardening to support more youth garden programs nationwide.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Four Ways RBC Capital Markets Is Engaging Its Employees in Its Corporate Philanthropy

Dec 18, 2018 10:30 AM ET

At RBC Capital Markets, we’re passionate about being a values-oriented, purpose-driven and principles-led organization. We call this our “Collective Ambition” and the word collective is critical. We want our employees aligned with our purpose: to help our clients thrive and communities prosper and we want to ensure employees are 100% engaged in the philanthropic initiatives we support.

Environment

Ecocentricity Blog: Let’s Get Alliterative

Dec 18, 2018 10:15 AM ET

Though the issue has become politicized, the changing climate is primarily a scientific concern with economic and social implications. A dedicated team of professionals are developing sound climate policy for Georgia based on these factors, without letting partisanship muddy the waters. The Georgia Climate Project is playing a leading role in that work.

Research, Reports & Publications

VIDEO: Cisco CSR in FY18 | Between Inspiration and Action

Dec 18, 2018 10:05 AM ET

These are exciting times, when technology is creating a new platform for innovation. There's a bridge between every barrier and breakthrough, every challenge and its solution.

Education

Arrow Electronics Encourages STEM Learning This Holiday Season

Dec 18, 2018 10:05 AM ET

Arrow Electronics is making it easy for young innovators to build their science, technology, math and engineering (STEM) skills this holiday season. The company is offering a collection of toys designed to teach key STEM-related concepts, including coding, physics and robotics.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Subaru of America Shares the Love With Homebound Seniors!

Dec 18, 2018 10:05 AM ET

Through the 2018 Subaru Share the Love® Event, from November 15, 2018, to January 2, 2019, Subaru of America will donate $250 for every new Subaru vehicle purchased or leased to the customer's choice of the four national charities, including Meals on Wheels, with a minimum guarantee of $250,000. In addition to these partners, local Subaru retailers have selected hundreds of hometown charities for their customers to support as well.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Timberland Revisits Philadelphia’s Rail Park One Year After Transformational Service Event

Dec 18, 2018 9:30 AM ET

While community service is a core part of Timberland’s DNA, and employees around the globe volunteer at many events each year, we don’t always have the chance to return to the partners we serve and see the lasting impact of our work. I recently was able to revisit the Philadelphia Rail Park, which was the focus of Timberland’s 2017 urban greening effort and the site of a large-scale volunteer event to bring the park to life.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Follow the Money: How Sands Cares Assists Clean the World

Dec 18, 2018 9:05 AM ET

Through Sands Cares, the corporate giving and community engagement program of Las Vegas Sands, Clean the World and Las Vegas Sands have collaborated on two key projects that have benefited the homeless community and made a significant impact globally. The Global Hygiene Kit Builds held at all Las Vegas Sands properties in the U.S. and Asia provides hygiene supplies to those who don’t have access to them and the Sands Cares Fresh Start Mobile Showers Powered by Clean the World, serves the Las Vegas community by providing showers to those who are living on the streets.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

AEG Community Foundation Awards Playworks an Additional $25,000 Grant

Dec 18, 2018 9:00 AM ET

AEG, the world’s leading sports and live entertainment company, today announced that Playworks, a national nonprofit that supports learning and physical health by providing safe and inclusive play to low-income students in urban schools, has been granted an additional $25,000 from the AEG Community Foundation as the winner of the #SpreadCheer Challenge.

Events, Media & Communications

Upcoming Event: Training on the FSC® Standards and Auditing Principles

Dec 18, 2018 9:00 AM ET

Interested in attending a training on the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) Standards and auditing principles? SCS Global Services’ next training is January 28 - February 1, 2019 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Spaces are limited.