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Innovation & Technology | Keysight Technologies

Collaborative Synergy: The Key to Unlocking 6G’s Potential

As we stand on the brink of the next phase in wireless technology evolution, 6G promises to transform how we connect the digital and physical worlds.

Research, Reports & Publications

Momentum Builds Towards Historic Dakar 2026 YOG

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Responsible Production & Consumption

Toxic Release Inventory Reporting: A Q&A With Kara and Friends

Antea Group

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Beets, Basketball and Mid-Bore Engines

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The Global Sourcing Council

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Winners Announced for the Global Sourcing Council’s Sustainability-Focused 3S Awards

The Global Sourcing Council (GSC), an association of global sourcing professionals dedicated to guiding businesses towards adopting sustainability principles and responsible sourcing practices, is proud to announce the winners of the 2017 3S Awards, held May 17th in New York City.

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Research, Reports & Publications

Cross-Sector Collaboration Launches Study on How to Build Purpose into the Work of People, Teams, and Organizations

CECP: The CEO Force for Good has joined forces with Imperative and PwC US to launch a multi-year initiative examining how leading companies can harness the power of purpose in a corporate setting, and use it to positively impact employee performance, productivity, tenure, and fulfillment. From Engagement to Purpose: A CECP-Imperative-PwC Initiative is being kicked-off at the 2017 CECP Summit: Brave Leaders, Bold Moves May 23-24, 2017 in NYC, which will bring together 250 corporate leaders who drive societal investment strategies at the world’s largest companies.

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Environment

Mark Murray: California Recycling in Decline

In 2013 California boasted a recycling rate of 85%. In 2017 that number is now 79% – that is the first time it has dipped below 80% since 2008. Why is the most populous state in the union moving in the wrong direction on this important indicator?

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Consumers Energy Investing Nearly $440 Million to Enhance Safety, Reliability of Natural Gas System

Focusing on safety and reliability, Consumers Energy is spending nearly $440 million this year to modernize its natural gas system.

Environment

First-of-its-Kind Oyster Shell Recycling Program Launches in Alabama

The Alabama Coastal Foundation (ACF) and Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG), a leader in the recycling and waste services industry, are pleased to announce a partnership in support of the Alabama Oyster Shell Recycling Program, the first-of-its-kind in the local area. Funded through a grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, the program helps to support the sustainable growth and rehabilitation of oyster harvests in Alabama, as well as the livelihood of the fishing industry in the Gulf of Mexico.

Environment

Ecocentricity Blog - Front One: Zero Waste

Despite being inefficient, waste has permeated our lives. At a high level, I see a few reasons for that.

Research, Reports & Publications

Living in a Materiality World

As part of our sustainability strategy process, UPS recently conducted a comprehensive materiality assessment to gain insight into key sustainability issues important to our stakeholders, both inside and outside our company.

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Social Impact & Volunteering

Duke Energy and YMCA Team Up to Give Back

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Duke Energy is finding ways to give back during the month of May through projects across the Charlotte area.

Innovation & Technology

From Wireless to Dynamic Electric Vehicle Charging: The Evolution of Qualcomm Halo [Video]

The future of urban mobility is connected, autonomous, electric, and wireless. And Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. (QTI) is one of the companies leading the charge — figuratively. Qualcomm Halo, our wireless electric vehicle charging (WEVC) technology, is a simple and efficient way to charge electric vehicles (EV), helping drive a cleaner and smarter future for urban mobility.

Environment

Sanofi North America Highlights Commitment to a Healthy Planet In Recognition of Earth Day

One of the cornerstones of Sanofi’s Global Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy is creating and maintaining a Healthy Planet. Because the environment we live in directly affects our health, Sanofi cares for the planet by reducing our carbon, waste and water footprint. For instance, by 2020, Sanofi is committed to achieve a 20% reduction in CO2 emissions*, and a 25% reduction in water consumption, compared to 2010.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Why Bloomberg Philanthropies’ James Anderson Tops Our List Of The Most Creative People In Business 2017

When James Anderson arrived in Tel Aviv, Israel, in October 2014, the city was in the midst of an immigration crisis. Tens of thousands of Africans, having fled the poverty and conflict of their native countries, now resided in the southern neighborhood of Neve Sha’anan. In less than a decade, the area’s population had grown fourfold, resulting in overcrowding, unemployment, and cultural rifts between some members of the migrant community and native Israelis.

Innovation & Technology

Expanding Our Global Collaboration with PayPal

In 2017–18, we’ll continue our work with PayPal, running FinTech investment-readiness programs in the US, Latin America, India and for the first time — sub-Saharan Africa

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Environment

9 Brands Rewriting Their Sustainability Strategy by Embracing the Circular Economy

Today, product companies are facing increasing pressure from both business and consumer stakeholders to create more responsible products, while also contending with tightening environmental regulations.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

KFC India Aims to Provide 20 Million Meals by 2020

As part of the global initiative to create awareness and raise funds to provide meals for underprivileged children, KFC India has set a target of providing 20 million meals by 2020.

Diversity & Inclusion

Knocking Down Myths: Challenging Unconscious Bias in Chile

Because the human brain has to process an incredibly large amount of information, we rely on previous experiences, patterns, and assumptions to efficiently make decisions. Typically, this works to our benefit — such as when we automatically swerve to avoid an obstacle while driving.

Diversity & Inclusion

Heels and Hosiery: Lucy Choi and Bianca Miller-Cole on “Taking Risks”

Shoe designer Lucy Choi and entrepreneur Bianca Miller–Cole were the guests of honour last week at an evening of inspiration hosted by the Barclays Win Gender network. “It’s important to take risks in life,” says shoe designer Lucy Choi. “If you believe and feel passionate about what you’re doing, then go for it.”

Versaic: We Manage Good

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

How to Tell Your Corporate Philanthropy Story with Authenticity

During Women’s History Month in March, the JetBlue Foundation (who, as luck would have it, is a Versaic client) hosted 75 girls between the ages of 8 and 12 to learn what it’s like to “Fly Like a Girl” at a hangar in New York’s JFK airport.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Is Your Company Adoption Friendly? We Want to Hear From You!

The 2017 Best Adoption-Friendly Workplace survey closes next week! Don't miss your chance to be featured on this year's Top 100 list!

Sustainable Development Goals

Daimler Sustainability Newsletter - Subscribe Today

The Daimler newsletter we will keep you on track with up-to-date progress on our sustainability engagement. Get informed about continuous measures, results from a great variety of projects as well as important strategic decisions on sustainability.

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Innovation & Technology

Racing Legend Mario Andretti Goes Head-to-head with Sam Schmidt in World’s First Semi-Autonomous Vehicle Race

Racing legend Mario Andretti went head-to-head with former Indy Racing League driver and current Verizon IndyCar Series team co-owner Sam Schmidt in the world’s first semi-autonomous vehicle demonstration race earlier this month at the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Alleviating Poverty in the United States and Around the World: You Can Make a Lasting Difference

Microloans provide opportunity for impoverished people to start businesses and lift themselves and their families out of poverty.

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Events, Media & Communications

JEWEL Performs at First Annual INSPIRE Charity Event, Presented by Sands Cares

Four-time Grammy-nominated artist Jewel headlined INSPIRE, Presented by Sands Cares last Friday evening in Las Vegas. The event marked the launch of Las Vegas Sands’ corporate, Sands Cares Accelerator Program, a community partnership endeavor that entrenches deeper investment in growing nonprofit organizations that have the potential to more greatly impact the local community with the gift of additional resources, and nurturing from a major corporate partner.

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Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Judge and Jury Revealed: Responsible Business Awards 2017

Last year’s 7th Annual Ethical Corporation Responsible Business Awards showcased the crème de la crème of companies across the world setting the bar for sustainability.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Business Lessons From a Grown-Up - Me?

Research, Reports & Publications

Global Responsibility Performance Highlights

As featured in the Walmart Global Responsibility Report 2017 : Our approach to global responsibility - Working with others, we aspire to reshape whole systems to achieve significant and lasting improvement in social, environmental and economic outcomes.

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