ESG News from Leading Brands

Responsible Production & Consumption

'Mountain Futures 2018' Launches Major New Centre for Mountain Research

Jun 5, 2018 12:35 PM ET

Researchers and representatives from governments, mountain communities and private sector companies from across the globe met on June 4th to launch a major new centre for mountain research. The four-day Mountain Futures 2018 conference, organized by the World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) and Kunming Institute of Botany (KIB), Chinese Academy of Sciences includes a visit to the new 200-hectare site in China’s Yunnan Province dedicated to developing innovative farming systems that tackle poverty and environmental degradation in the world’s mountain areas.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Timberland Employees Celebrate Their 20th Annual Earth Day Service Event

Jun 5, 2018 12:30 PM ET

Over 300 employees from Timberland’s global headquarters in Stratham, NH recently pulled on their boots for a day of volunteer service to celebrate Timberlands’ 20th annual Earth Day service event. The outdoor lifestyle brand closed its corporate office on May 10 to encourage employees to serve at one of six local projects designed to meet community needs while helping to green and grow the community.

Events, Media & Communications

Highlights of BIER 2018 Spring Meeting

Jun 5, 2018 12:30 PM ET

Global beverage industry leaders convened May 22-24, 2018 in Copenhagen, Denmark for the Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) semi-annual meeting. Hosted by the Carlsberg Group, this three-day meeting’s agenda tackled environmental sustainability challenges and successes through best practice sharing on carbon emissions, water reuse and technology, energy and climate change, and transparency and disclosure. Additionally, we learned about the Carlsberg Group’s manufacturing operations and their journey toward zero emissions.

Environment

PNC's Environmental Performance Infographic

Jun 5, 2018 12:15 PM ET

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Kohler Expands Environmental, Health Disclosures for Kitchen & Bath Products

Jun 5, 2018 12:05 PM ET

Today, in recognition of World Environmental Day, Kohler Co. announces expansion of its environmental and human health product disclosures for its kitchen and bath products.

Environment

World Environment Day

Jun 5, 2018 11:05 AM ET

In April 2018, Nestlé set a bold ambition to make 100% of our packaging either recyclable or reusable by 2025.

As part of that pledge, we are committed to playing an active role in the development of well-functioning collection, sorting and recycling schemes across all the countries where we operate through collaborating with other stakeholders.

A lot of the hard work is already taking place in our markets around the world.

Environment

How Do You Spell “Ubiquitous”?

Jun 5, 2018 11:00 AM ET

I’m out of my depth talking too much about dietary health, so I’ll punt on the rest of that discussion. From an environmental standpoint though, I know a thing or two, and in that respect it is a massive problem.

Environment

Corporate Sustainability & Consumers: 3 Trends Every Company Needs to Know

Jun 5, 2018 11:00 AM ET

Antea Group's blog presents 3 consumer trends that demonstrate that sustainability is a growing societal value and a business imperative.

Events, Media & Communications

Become a Corporate Sustainability Activist

Jun 5, 2018 10:55 AM ET

World Environment Day: An annual time to bring awareness to and spur action for the protection of our ecosystem. “Beat Plastic Pollution” is the theme for 2018 and all companies should be looking at how they can reduce plastic pollution.

Research, Reports & Publications

Delivering Impact: Corporate Social Responsibility at BNY Mellon

Jun 5, 2018 10:30 AM ET

Every day, BNY Mellon contributes to the safe and consistent functioning of global financial systems, supporting stability in a constantly changing world. The company’s approach to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) plays a role in driving meaningful change for financial markets, the world and its citizens.

Environment

Recycling Electronics While Rebuilding Lives

Jun 5, 2018 10:25 AM ET

L.A.'s Homeboy Electronics Recycling is helping HP support local communities as it expands its pioneering closed-loop recycling system.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Hormel Foods Donates 37,000 Cases of Food Products for Global Disaster- and Hunger-Relief Efforts

Jun 5, 2018 10:15 AM ET

Hormel Foods Corporation today announced it has donated over 37,000 cases (600,000+ cans) of shelf-stable food products to Convoy of Hope for disaster- and other hunger-relief efforts around the world. A portion of the products donated were sent to Hawaii to help with volcano disaster-relief efforts.

Innovation & Technology

VIDEO | eBay Everyday Heroes: Love in 3D

Jun 5, 2018 10:15 AM ET

Callum Miller’s 10-year-old son, Jamie, was born without a left hand. But after exploring expensive prosthetic options for Jamie, Callum successfully built a prosthetic hand for him, using only a YouTube tutorial and a 3D printer he purchased on eBay.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Smithfield Foods’ Helping Hungry Homes® Initiative Donates More Than 1.3 Million Servings of Protein During May

Jun 5, 2018 10:05 AM ET

During the month of May, Smithfield Foods’ hunger relief initiative, Helping Hungry Homes®, visited nine communities from coast to coast and donated more than 330,000 pounds of protein—the equivalent of more than 1,320,000 servings—to those in need. This year, Smithfield celebrates the 10-year anniversary of Helping Hungry Homes®. Smithfield has provided more than 100 million servings of protein to food banks, disaster relief efforts, and community outreach programs since the program’s inception.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

The Chairman of the Company Behind Snickers and M&Ms Reveals What's Next for the Chocolate Giant

Jun 5, 2018 10:00 AM ET

Mars Inc, the maker of M&Ms, Snickers, and Milky Way, was once one of the most secretive companies in the United States. But that has started to change during the last few years. The 106-year-old company is making some big transformations in an effort to tackle new challenges and new opportunities.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

New Publication From GRI: Incentivizing Sustainability Reporting by SMEs Through Policy

Jun 5, 2018 10:00 AM ET

Transparency is becoming a growing point throughout global supply chains, of which SMEs form a large part. How can policy empower responsible business practices among SMEs? Published today, GRI's new paper examines this challenge, issuing recommnedations to policy makers.

Green Infrastructure

Black & Veatch: Data Analytics, Resilience and Sustainability Drive Water Discussion

Jun 5, 2018 10:00 AM ET

Collecting data from our water systems is one thing. Acting on that information is game-changing, and a Black & Veatch survey shows that the water space is taking note. Underscored by the survey’s finding that two-thirds of the industry respondents are exploring or have deployed smart technologies in their water plans, digital water – the reality that data holds unprecedented potential to make our water supply safer, more abundant and efficient – is gaining traction among global water providers.

Events, Media & Communications

Sustainable Brands Launches Self-Assessment Tool for Brands Navigating Sustainability

Jun 5, 2018 10:00 AM ET

The SB Brand Transformation RoadmapSM launches today at SB’18 Vancouver as a pioneering self-assessment tool that provides a comprehensive process plan for continuous improvement in sustainability. A first of its kind, it is specifically designed for mainstream brands and businesses who are navigating their journey towards more sustainable business practices.

Diversity & Inclusion

AEG and Cyndi Lauper’s True Colors Fund Partner to End LGBTQ Youth Homelessness

Jun 5, 2018 10:00 AM ET

AEG, the the world’s leading sports and live entertainment company, and Cyndi Lauper’s True Colors Fund today announced a new partnership to raise awareness to prevent and end homelessness among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth. The partnership reaffirms AEG’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and its long-established practice to improve the lives of youth in the communities where the company does business.

Environment

Tetra Pak Celebrates World Environment Day

Jun 5, 2018 10:00 AM ET

When recycled beverage cartons are given a new life, we protect natural resources, reduce climate impact and contribute to communities. On World Environment Day, find out how we work with partners to drive recycling around the world.

Diversity & Inclusion

Watch: Rick Goings Shares the Importance of Inclusivity for a Business

Jun 5, 2018 9:55 AM ET

Tupperware Brands is a leading voice within the community promoting the acceleration and confidence of women. At a recent Cultivating Confidence Conversation in Detroit, executive Chairman, Rick Goings shared that inclusivity is essential for your business and society.

Health & Healthcare

Watch: Subaru and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Team Up for Subaru Loves to Care Month

Jun 5, 2018 9:40 AM ET

Green Infrastructure

WELL Story: Comfort at the Allsteel Los Angeles Showroom

Jun 5, 2018 9:25 AM ET

Global furniture brand Allsteel recently became the first retail showroom to achieve WELL Certification at the Gold level. We caught up with Dr. Lauren Gant, PhD, CPE, WELL AP, Human Factors and Ergonomics Manager at HNI and Courtney Moline, WELL AP, LEED AP ID+C, Sustainability Manager at Allsteel, to explore how they addressed WELL’s Comfort concept for their project and beyond.

Environment

A Career with a Commitment to a Healthy Planet: What 30 Years of Environmental Leadership Looks Like

Jun 5, 2018 9:00 AM ET

As the world’s largest, most broadly based healthcare company, we understand that human health is inextricably linked to environmental health—you can’t have healthy people without a healthy planet. In fact, our commitment to the environment is enshrined in Our Credo, so "protecting the environment and natural resources" is a natural part of everything we do at Johnson & Johnson. In recognition of World Environment Day, here are some of the ways we’re making good on that commitment.

Research, Reports & Publications

Johnson & Johnson Announces Progress Toward Health for Humanity Goals

Jun 5, 2018 9:00 AM ET