ESG News from Leading Brands

Environment

Major U.S. Businesses Have Pledged to Act on Climate. Here's What That Looks Like.

Nov 15, 2017 3:05 PM ET

Country negotiators are in the spotlight at UN climate negotiations in Bonn. But the private sector will be represented at COP23 as well, particularly from the United States. Major U.S. corporations are stepping up on climate action because they understand the grave risk this threat poses to their customers and bottom lines. Increasingly, they are taking bold action to do their part to solve the problem.

Environment

The Breakdown on What Happens to Your Laptop to #BeRecycled

Nov 15, 2017 2:35 PM ET

Responsible Production & Consumption

First Living Product Challenge Petal Certified Flooring Captures Awards in Healthcare Design

Nov 15, 2017 2:15 PM ET

Mohawk Group, a leading commercial flooring company known for cutting-edge and innovative flooring solutions, announced today that the company’s Lichen carpet plank collection is a winning product in the prestigious Nightingale Awards program at the Healthcare Design Expo & Conference. Resulting from innovations that merge leading concepts in biophilic design and sustainability, the world’s first floor covering to achieve Living Product Challenge Petal Certification was honored with two key awards: best of competition and gold for carpet.

Innovation & Technology

From Mechanical Systems to Apps: Booz Allen Builds Tech Savvy Engineers

Nov 15, 2017 2:15 PM ET

There was a time when the surest way to make your parents beam with pride was to become a doctor or lawyer—a sure sign that you had a good head on your shoulders, and you were going places.

There’s still prestige with these careers, but we contend a new career has overtaken the coveted spot once held by these professions—the engineer!

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Comcast Makes Big Difference to Families Who Want to Adopt

Nov 15, 2017 2:00 PM ET

Throughout November, National Adoption Month, we are sharing the adoption stories from our top adoption-friendly partners. This year Comcast was 34th on the list and shared one employee’s adoption journey.

Events, Media & Communications

'Tobacco at a Cancer Summit': Trump Coal Push Savaged at Climate Conference

Nov 15, 2017 1:15 PM ET

​The Trump team was heckled and interrupted by a protest song at the UN’s climate change summit in Bonn on Monday after using its only official appearance to say fossil fuels were vital to reducing poverty around the world and to saving jobs in the US.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Doubling Down on Impact: Leveraging All That I Have for the World I Want to See

Nov 15, 2017 1:00 PM ET

As an impact investor, a financial change agent and entrepreneur, my money story centers around aligning assets with values. At Nia Impact Advisors, we move investment dollars into the companies that matter—those working to create the world in which we want to live. I come by this work having grown up immersed in the belly of our financial markets.

Environment

America Recycles Day Marks 20th Anniversary; Focuses Nation’s Attention on Improving Recycling Everyday

Nov 15, 2017 1:00 PM ET

Today, Nov. 15, 2017, is the 20th anniversary of America Recycles Day, a Keep America Beautiful national initiative to raise awareness about the value of recycling.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

National Grid Receives First-Ever Innovation in Gas Industry Award from National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners

Nov 15, 2017 12:35 PM ET

National Grid receives the first-ever National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners “Utility Industry Innovation In Gas Award” for the company’s Natural Gas Demand Response Program which uses advanced technology to help commercial and industrial customers shift their energy usage which will help National Grid manage peak demand during the coldest winter days.

Green Infrastructure

Whirlpool Corporation Announces Plans for Wind Turbines at Greenville Manufacturing Facility

Nov 15, 2017 11:40 AM ET

Whirlpool Corporation has announced plans to build three wind turbines to power its manufacturing facility in Greenville, Ohio, further building on the company's 46-year commitment to sustainable manufacturing.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Children Across America Need Your Help

Nov 15, 2017 11:35 AM ET

1 in 6 children across America struggle with hunger. We hear stories every day from teachers, community leaders and parents about children who simply don’t have enough food to eat. We need your help to change that.

Research, Reports & Publications

Implementing the EU Directive: Where Are We Now?

Nov 15, 2017 11:00 AM ET

The EU Directive on Non-Financial and Diversity Information is now in force, with member states required to have legislation in place as of December 2016. Which countries have implemented the directive, and what do companies need to know about the new legislation? ​

Responsible Production & Consumption

The Case for Responsibly Managed Peatlands Certification

Nov 15, 2017 11:00 AM ET

Peatlands around the world have long been recognized as the source of valuable resources supporting commercial needs ranging from energy generation to agricultural applications. Simultaneously, peatlands perform vital eco-services, supporting a wide range of biodiversity, sequestering a large percentage of the earth’s terrestrial carbon, and serving as a natural source of fresh drinking water. It is not surprising, therefore, that the use of peatland resources has come under scrutiny. What is clear is that not all peatland management systems have been created equal. As manager of SCS’ Responsibly Managed Peatlands certification program for horticultural peat moss, I have taken a deep dive to understand what responsible management means. Here I'll share what I have learned.

Diversity & Inclusion

From Military Life to Civilian Success: Meet Two Proud TransCanada Employees

Nov 15, 2017 11:00 AM ET

Brandy Manke and Rob MacLeod are two TransCanada employees who have brought their military skills to civilian life.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How Utilities United to Fight Scammers

Nov 15, 2017 11:00 AM ET

Environment

Cox Enterprises Announces Eight Zero Waste to Landfill Facilities

Nov 15, 2017 11:00 AM ET

In celebration of America Recycles Day, Cox Enterprises is proud to announce that eight of its locations achieved zero waste to landfill status in 2017. Cox Conserves, the company's national sustainability program, is celebrating its 10th anniversary of focusing on waste management and carbon and water conservation. The program engages each of the company's major divisions: Cox Communications, Cox Automotive and Cox Media Group.

Environment

Northern Trust Partners Think Green

Nov 15, 2017 10:40 AM ET

Partners Think Green (PTG) is Northern Trust’s global partner environmental engagement program aimed at increasing awareness of sustainability issues, promoting best practices and unifying environmentally focused business operations under the same umbrella.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bloomberg Received a Perfect Score of 100 on HRC's Best Places to Work Corporate Equality Index for LGBTQ Equality

Nov 15, 2017 10:35 AM ET

Bloomberg received a perfect score of 100 on HRC's Best Places to Work Corporate Equality Index for LGBTQ Equality.

Environment

From the Field: New Meadow Blooms at Cascadian Farm

Nov 15, 2017 10:30 AM ET

​Nestled in the foothills of the breathtaking North Cascades mountain range in western Washington’s Upper Skagit Valley, Cascadian Farm is now even more beautiful with the addition of a showy new meadow.

Health & Healthcare

Novartis, ASCP and ACS Join Forces to Fight Cancer in Ethiopia, Uganda and Tanzania

Nov 15, 2017 10:25 AM ET

Energy

Introducing Dallas Zoo Lights, a Bright New Holiday Celebration

Nov 15, 2017 10:20 AM ET

The Dallas Zoo will debut a new seasonal tradition starting this November, hosting its inaugural holiday celebration – Dallas Zoo Lights Presented by Reliant. This kicks off a three-year relationship with the electricity and home services provider as the signature sponsor of the Dallas Zoo Lights event.

Research, Reports & Publications

VIDEO: Andy Hoffman, Erb Institute | Business for Sustainability on Profit, Regs, and Rep: Why Companies Reduce Their Footprint

Nov 15, 2017 10:15 AM ET

Professor Andy Hoffman faculty at the University of Michigan's Erb Institute for Sustainability in Business, shares his research on "Profit, Regs, and Rep: Why Companies Reduce Their Footprint." This research is especially relevant today in the midst of COP23 where U.S. businesses are operating in the absence of federal regulation mandating compliance in carbon reductions. So, why are businesses reducing their carbon footprint? The business case!

Environment

Nestlé Waters North America Celebrates America Recycles Day

Nov 15, 2017 10:00 AM ET

Today is America Recycles Day, a nationally recognized day meant to promote and celebrate recycling in the United States, and like many organizations around the country, Nestlé Waters North America is marking the day by reflecting on the momentum built in the past year, and recommitting ourselves to doing our part to address recycling issues in the United States.

Environment

American Standard Low-Flow Toilets Help Save Water and the Environment in New York City

Nov 15, 2017 10:00 AM ET

In response to the critical need for the Delaware aqueduct in New York state to shut down for necessary repairs, American Standard provided the water-saving plumbing solution ― and helped the environment, all at the same time.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PFLAG's Cultivating Respect: Safe Schools for All

Nov 15, 2017 10:00 AM ET

PFLAG National is sharing just a few tips to creating safer schools. Subaru of America, Inc. is supporting the work with #LGBTQ youth in schools!