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Responsible Production & Consumption

Going Beyond Organic

Aug 22, 2016 4:00 PM ET

The BCtA is a global initiative that aims to support private sector efforts to fight poverty through its core business. It is supported by several international organizations and hosted by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

Environment

New Wind Turbines Help Whirlpool Corporation Generate Clean Energy in Ohio

Aug 22, 2016 4:00 PM ET

In May, Whirlpool Corporation announced plans to build wind turbines to help power its Marion and Ottawa plants in Ohio, a $13.5 million total investment that builds upon the company's 46 year commitment to advances in sustainable manufacturing. Watch how these turbines are being installed, and how they’re helping Whirlpool Corporation generate clean energy across its supply chain.

Events, Media & Communications

Early Birds Save 15% - Register Now - G&A Institute & Rutgers IEL CSR Certificate 2 Track Program September 28-29

Aug 22, 2016 3:00 PM ET

The Institute for Ethical Leadership at Rutgers Business School Newark and Governance & Accountability Institute are joining forces again on a two-day Certificate program in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

Research, Reports & Publications

Commonwealth Bank of Australia Publishes Corporate Responsibility Report 2016

Aug 22, 2016 3:00 PM ET

Commonwealth Bank of Australia this week issued its Corporate Responsibility Report 2016, which provides an overview of the long-term value created for its stakeholders during the 2016 financial year.

Responsible Production & Consumption

6 Key Findings on the State of Global Supply Chains

Aug 22, 2016 1:20 PM ET

Events, Media & Communications

‘Copycat’ Doesn’t Have to Precede ‘Crime;’ Huffington Post Executive Editor to Discuss News Outlet’s Focus Sept. 7 in Free 3BL Media Webinar

Aug 22, 2016 1:10 PM ET

We will be providing some insights into the editorial direction of the Huffington Post on Wednesday, Sept. 7 at noon ET when Jo Confino, executive editor, Impact & Innovation and editorial director, What's Working, addresses corporate social responsibility and sustainability communicators during a 3BL Media webinar. To attend this free event, register here.

Innovation & Technology

Helicopter View of A Sustainable City

Aug 22, 2016 1:05 PM ET

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Walmart and the Walmart Foundation Announce Additional $1 Million Towards Louisiana Flood Relief Efforts

Aug 22, 2016 1:00 PM ET

Today, Walmart Foundation President Kathleen McLaughlin announced via Twitter that Walmart and the Walmart Foundation are committing an additional $1 million to Team Rubicon, Convoy of Hope, Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank and other organizations making a difference on the ground in Baton Rouge and across the state of Louisiana.

Health & Healthcare

Astellas and World Transplant Games Federation Announce Launch of Fit for Life! to Promote Physical Activity in Transplant Recipients Worldwide

Aug 22, 2016 12:25 PM ET

Astellas Pharma Inc. (TSE: 4503, "Astellas") and the World Transplant Games Federation (WTGF) today announced the launch of Fit for Life!, a global program to help transplant recipients live full and active lives through ongoing physical activity and participation in organized sports.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Sustainability in Action | Green Teams

Aug 22, 2016 12:00 PM ET

Focusing not only on environmental issues, Ingersoll Rand Green Teams around the world address economic and social issues pertaining to their local community.

Education

Kimberly-Clark Giving Inspiring Educating

Aug 22, 2016 12:00 PM ET

Since 2012, Our Team In Correia Pinto, Brazil, Has Been Volunteering To Help Shape Young Minds To Reach For Their Dreams – In A Way That Also Benefits Society And The World Around Them.

Projecto Crescer, which means ‘Project Growth’ in Portuguese, involves Kimberly-Clark employees, community members and students from seven local schools.

Education

Honda's Power of Dreams

Aug 22, 2016 12:00 PM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Gilead Ranked #4 on Fortune's 2016 "Change the World" List

Aug 22, 2016 11:35 AM ET

Fortune today ranked Gilead 4th among 50 companies that have made an "important social or environmental impact through their profit-making strategy and operations." Criteria included measurable impact, business results and degree of innovation.

Health & Healthcare

Seabourn to Offer Spa and Wellness Programs with Integrative Medicine Pioneer Dr. Andrew Weil

Aug 22, 2016 11:30 AM ET

Events, Media & Communications

Naked Juice Fights Food Deserts with Food Selfies

Aug 22, 2016 11:15 AM ET

In one day, the world takes more than one million selfies, the average Millennial spends one full hour of their week dedicated to taking selfies and a young adult will take more than 25,000 pictures of themselves in a lifetime. There's no doubt selfies have taken over the newsfeeds and lives of many young adults – but now, marketers are tapping this enthusiasm to educate, inspire and motivate young people on important issues.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Biking Across America for Children in Foster Care

Aug 22, 2016 11:00 AM ET

It’s country music capital of the world, you can buy cowboy boots on sale and you might even see Blake Shelton take to The Stage on any given day….but this weekend Nashville was just the next stop on Ed Anderson’s cross- country bike ride to raise $1 million for the children in the U.S. foster care system.

Health & Healthcare

In the Field in Indonesia for Wireless Reach’s New Maternal and Child Health Program

Aug 22, 2016 11:00 AM ET

At Qualcomm, we define sustainability as a strategy that drives long-term growth and profitability by including environmental, social and corporate governance issues in our business decisions as they relate to our key spheres of influence: our workplace, our supply chain, local communities, our industry and the public policy realm. For us, innovation isn’t just what we do; it’s who we are.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Meet The Garden of Giving - 2016 Pocono Mountains Community Fundraiser Winner

Aug 22, 2016 10:40 AM ET

Since its inception in 2004, the Pocono Mountains Community Fundraiser has grown to be the largest single fundraiser event in Monroe County, giving back more than $2 million to the community. More than 480 community enthusiasts attended this year’s event, titled “Keeping It Close to Home.” Event founder, Diamond Sponsor and host Sanofi Pasteur once again covered all event costs. As a result, 100 percent of ticket sales and sponsorships directly benefitted the non-profit recipients.

Environment

Three Strategic Options for Managing Acquired Environmental Liabilities

Aug 22, 2016 10:30 AM ET

As companies strive to remain competitive and profitable in today’s uncertain economy, asset transactions continue to play a leading role in their efforts to transform, adapt and re-invent themselves. A well-thought out and well-executed acquisition can bask even the most gloomy of balance sheets in sunshine by bringing rapid revenue growth, added geographic coverage, a complimentary value offering to customers or even entry to a more favorable space in a competitive market.

Unfortunately, many of these acquisitions also harbor a “shady” spot or two that comes in the shape of legacy environmental liabilities. Acquiring liabilities is not entirely negative – typically this is an unavoidable part of getting the deal done, and many times it devalues the total asset asking price favorably

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Food is More than Just Food When it’s Fortified with Nutrients that Billions Would Otherwise Lack

Aug 22, 2016 10:10 AM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

Taproot Foundation Releases Highlights from the U.S. Pro Bono Summit: The Upshot

Aug 22, 2016 10:10 AM ET

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Final Days to Nominate Environmental Volunteers for Atlanta’s 2016 Cox Conserves Heroes Awards Program

Aug 22, 2016 10:05 AM ET

Channel 2 WSB-TV, in partnership with The Trust for Public Land, is honoring environmental volunteers through the 2016 Cox Conserves Heroes program.

Energy

New Ingersoll Rand® Rotary Screw Air Compressors with Variable Speed Drive Increase Energy Efficiency by up to 35 Percent

Aug 22, 2016 10:00 AM ET

Ingersoll Rand®, a global leader in compression technologies and services, has introduced new models to its revolutionary line of Next Generation R-Series compressors, which incorporate the latest advancements in variable speed drive (VSD) technology to increase air flow output by up to 15 percent, reduce energy costs by up to 35 percent and increase system reliability.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

The Business Case for Generating Mutual Value

Aug 22, 2016 9:00 AM ET

The correlation between responsible business practices and profitability has become increasingly apparent as communities, governments and employees hold companies accountable for generating mutual value. Defining that value in relevant terms is equally important – and accomplished through long-term relationships with stakeholders.

Innovation & Technology

Just Add Water—Cooking Up Successful Corporate-NGO Partnerships

Aug 22, 2016 9:00 AM ET

What do you get when you combine a quarter cup of water with table salt and a zap from a car battery? Enough chlorine to purify 200 liters of drinking water.