ESG News from Leading Brands

Research, Reports & Publications

Caterpillar's Value Chain

Sep 27, 2018 2:00 PM ET

Caterpillar is engineering our value chains just like we engineer our products, into a synchronized system that maximizes quality, value and speed to the customer. Learn more here about how we work with our suppliers and dealers to do so.

Environment

Our Commitment to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Sep 27, 2018 1:20 PM ET

Earlier this year, we announced our target to decrease greenhouse gas emissions 30 percent by 2030. We made this bold public commitment as part of our holistic approach to sustainability, to help people understand what Tyson Foods stands for with respect to environmental responsibility and because we recognize reducing greenhouse gas emissions is an important part of producing sustainable food and protecting our planet for future generations.

We’re very excited to announce that our greenhouse gas emissions target has been accepted by the Science Based Targets initiative, making us the first U.S. protein company in the food and beverage sector to receive such an approval.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

National Disability Institute, Wells Fargo Release New Financial Education Guides for People With Disabilities

Sep 27, 2018 1:00 PM ET

Recognizing that financial education is an important first step to financial stability and independence, National Disability Institute (NDI) and Wells Fargo released 15 quick financial education reference guides and five supplemental guides for people with disabilities. The new guides are designed to provide financial educators, American Job Centers, Vocational Rehabilitation, and community-based organizations access to resources and tools specifically for persons with disabilities. The disability-specific materials complement existing Hands on Banking® instructor guides for young adults, adults and entrepreneurs.

Energy

Diverse Communities Help Drive Transportation Electrification Into the Future

Sep 27, 2018 1:00 PM ET

Regional transportation as we know it today will be transformed over the next several years as California moves forward to meet its ambitious clean energy goals and improve air quality by 2030.

“The governor has set a goal of 5 million electric vehicles on the road in California by 2030. However, we at Edison believe there should be 7 million electric vehicles on the road to meet the climate goals set for the state,” said Chris Thompson, Southern California Edison vice president for Local Public Affairs.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

PVA Honors UPS With 2018 “Sustain: ABLE Award” for Outstanding Contributions to Nation’s Veterans

Sep 27, 2018 12:45 PM ET

UPS was recognized by the Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) with a 2018 “Sustain: ABLE Award” at PVA’s annual Mission: ABLE Awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. The company was acknowledged for leadership and support of the Paralyzed Veterans of America mission, programs and services. UPS and PVA have collaborated on initiatives to better the lives of veterans since 1988.

Environment

Better Safe Than Sorry: Assessing PFAS Risk

Sep 27, 2018 11:55 AM ET

Enforcement and legal actions focused on PFAS are taking companies by surprise. Antea Group discusses PFAS and how you can assess your PFAS risk.

Media & Communications

7 Compelling Corporate Sustainability Stories for You – How Entrepreneurs Are Managing Their Sustainable Business & Meeting Society’s Needs

Sep 27, 2018 11:30 AM ET

How do we structure a more sustainable (and responsible) business – it’s a question we are regularly asked here at G&A Institute. By big firms and small companies -- publicly-traded or privately-owned (and numerous planning to go public).

Responsible Production & Consumption

Healthy Food Choices Are Also Good for the Planet

Sep 27, 2018 11:20 AM ET

Our daily decisions about what we eat impact our environment, and food is one area where we each have the power to effect change. As Aramark Executive Chef in Symantec’s Mountain View café, it’s my job to feed roughly 1,000 people each day. At Aramark, we believe the consumer sets the table, so menus are developed using proprietary research and consumer insights. Our research shows people today are more knowledgeable than ever, in issues relating to health and wellness, and ethical wellbeing, and therefore more demanding of companies, to align with their concerns. This extends to the humane treatment of animals, local purchasing, and responsible sourcing.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

UN Global Compact Recognizes Most Engaged Companies at Leaders Summit 2018

Sep 27, 2018 11:15 AM ET

Today, the United Nations Global Compact is pleased to announce the businesses that have been recognized as Global Compact LEAD companies for demonstrating ongoing commitment to the UN Global Compact and its Ten Principles for responsible business.

Announced at UN Headquarters in New York during the UN Global Compact Leaders Summit 2018, these companies were identified as being among the most engaged participants of the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. The 34 Global Compact LEAD companies recognized today represent every region of the world and 19 sectors.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Allstate Foundation Nonprofit Leadership Center Offers Free Leadership Development Education to Nonprofit Employees

Sep 27, 2018 11:00 AM ET

The Allstate Foundation announced today the expansion of The Allstate Foundation Nonprofit Leadership Center, an online and in-person nonprofit leadership development program offering free curriculum for all nonprofit professionals. The curriculum, developed by the Kellogg School Center for Nonprofit Management at Northwestern University, covers topics including leadership, management and stakeholder engagement.

Green Infrastructure

How NextGen Agriculture Can Feed a Growing World

Sep 27, 2018 11:00 AM ET

One in every nine people in the world – or roughly 815 million people – are undernourished, according to the United Nations. This sobering statistic has prompted the UN to launch its Zero Hunger initiative, which aims to end hunger through indoor farming solutions, a now viable means for achieving sustainable food production.

The goal is simple: Ensure everyone has access to safe, nutritious and sufficient food by 2030.

Health & Healthcare

Wellness 2.0: How Albertsons, CVS And Eileen Fisher Are Ushering In The Next Phase Of Health-Focused Retailing

Sep 27, 2018 11:00 AM ET

Albertsons, which operates its namesake groceries and supermarkets under 20 banners such as Safeway and Vons, is steering the business so that its stores are an authentic extension of its pharmacy arm to become a “true health-and-wellness destination for the communities we serve,

Sustainable Development Goals

Cleaning Up After the Cold War

Sep 27, 2018 10:35 AM ET

Bechtel has a long history of making the world a safer and cleaner place by helping clean up after the Cold War. We have nearly 40 years of experience in environmental cleanup and management at more than 500 contaminated sites across the world.

One of Bechtel’s historically significant contributions is our service to the national program to clean up waste left over from the production of U.S. nuclear weapons. Our contributions include removing and remediating contaminated soil and groundwater, demolishing decommissioned nuclear reactors and processing facilities, and treating tens of millions of gallons of liquid radioactive waste stored in underground tanks.

Environment

New Studies Show Progress Against Ivory Trade, Thanks to China Ban

Sep 27, 2018 10:30 AM ET

New statistics released today by World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and TRAFFIC revealed that China’s ivory trade ban has had positive effects since coming into force at the beginning of 2018, but further action is needed to influence key segments of society.

Innovation & Technology

PNC: Do you Know the Most Common Types of Cybercrime?

Sep 27, 2018 10:30 AM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Hungry for Solutions: HPE and the World Economic Forum Tackle Today’s — and Tomorrow’s — Food Challenges

Sep 27, 2018 10:25 AM ET

An African proverb states: If you want to go fast; go alone. If you want to go far; go together. But to help solve the most critical challenges facing mankind today, fast and far are both required. One of those challenges is ensuring a sustainable global food supply.

Environment

Taking Ambition on Climate Change to the Next Level

Sep 27, 2018 10:25 AM ET

I had the opportunity to join some of the most passionate and committed advocates for environmental sustainability – primatologist and anthropologist Jane Goodall; government leaders representing countries, states, and cities around the globe; business leaders from top companies including Apple, Bank of America, L’Oreal, Nike, Starbucks, and Salesforce; as well as representatives from the entertainment industry such as Harrison Ford and Alec Baldwin.

Research, Reports & Publications

The TCFD Publishes Its First Status Report

Sep 27, 2018 10:15 AM ET

The Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures, chaired by Mike Bloomberg, published its first Status Report providing an overview of current disclosure practices and their alignment with the core elements of the TCFD recommendations.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

CSRHub Launches Its ESGHubTM App on the Bloomberg App Portal

Sep 27, 2018 10:05 AM ET

CSRHub, a provider of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability rankings, today announced the launch of its ESGHubTM app on the Bloomberg App Portal at {APPS <GO>}. Bloomberg Terminal subscribers can now access the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) disclosure and ratings performance of companies in portfolios, indexes or other financial instruments.

Events, Media & Communications

Is Your Organization Ready to Transform? Reporting 3.0 Rolls Out Transformation Journey Program

Sep 27, 2018 10:00 AM ET

With increasing recognition of the imperative for companies and investors to transform their business models in order to generate sustainable returns while achieving the Paris Agreement and Sustainable Development Goals, there’s greater need for a “transformation blueprint.” Responding to this need, Reporting 3.0 is rolling out the Transformation Journey Program (TJP), based on our Transformation Journey Blueprint, in Workshop Series in Europe and North America. The Workshop Series, which focus on Sustainable Finance, will be hosted by ING in Amsterdam, John Hancock / Manulife in Boston, and McMaster University in Toronto between November 2018 and May 2019.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

GRO1000 Program Impact: Bringing Hope to 1,000 Communities

Sep 27, 2018 9:25 AM ET

Since 2011, The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation has supported 1,000 community gardens in every state across the country.

Energy

NRG's Regulatory Roundup: All the Energy News Highlights from September

Sep 27, 2018 9:20 AM ET

Each month, we're pulling together a reading list of can't-miss regulatory updates in the U.S. energy market.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Four Ways to Make This #GivingTuesday Your Best Yet: Lessons From Nasdaq

Sep 27, 2018 9:00 AM ET

#GivingTuesday, the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving, is globally known as the biggest day for giving. It is a day nonprofits and others begin preparing for months in advance, and for good reason.

Health & Healthcare

Calling on the Private Sector to Solve the Next Great Health Crisis of Our Time – Global Safe Surgery

Sep 27, 2018 9:00 AM ET

The global health world periodically has rude awakenings that expose vulnerabilities in countries’ preparedness to handle health crises. The outbreaks of Ebola and Zika in recent years are a glaring example of this weakness, exposing how poorly prepared areas like West Africa were for threats of that magnitude. Governments, civil society, and the private sector leapt into action with the resources to help, but their aid arrived late and was not completely organized, rendering their relationships and resources underutilized. The next global emergency is always lurking around the corner, making advance preparation of key resources all that much more important.

Health & Healthcare

GARDP and Novartis Announce Partnership to Reduce Child Deaths From Drug-resistant Infections

Sep 27, 2018 3:05 AM ET

The Global Antibiotic Research & Development Partnership (GARDP) and Novartis are joining forces to accelerate the development and availability of generic antibiotic treatments for children in low- and middle-income countries.