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AccountAbility Releases Additional Translations of the AA1000 AccountAbility Principles (AA1000AP, 2018) in French and Italian

Research, Reports & Publications

French and Italian translations of the AccountAbility Principles now available for free download

Scientist Discovers New Bee Species on Bayer Partner Farm in Brazil

Environment

A new solitary bee species, known as the Ceratina (Ceratinula) fioreseana, has been discovered on a Bayer ForwardFarm in Água Fria de Goiás, Brazil.

The ABC of Smart Living When You’re WFH

Energy

Millions of us are working from home (WFH) because of the pandemic. Check out seven great ways to make your WFH experience smarter and greener.

Asia Invests in Biotechnology Innovations to Boost Food Safety, Sustainability

Innovation & Technology

Asia is actively investing in biotechnology innovations to meet the needs of its rapidly growing population.

Fifth Third Achieves Carbon Neutrality

Environment

Additionally, Fifth Third continues to make significant progress on its 5 bold sustainability goals, announced in 2017, including already achieving its goal for 100% renewable power, a 20% reduction in water usage and 25% reduction in GHG emissions.

Novartis and GSK Announce Collaboration to Support Scientific Research Into Genetic Diversity in Africa

Health & Healthcare

Novartis and GSK today announced the launch of a collaboration to support high-quality scientific research investigating the link between genetic diversity across different regions in Africa and its potential impact on response to drug therapeutics.

CNH Industrial Mentoring Program for Female Leaders

Diversity & Inclusion

CNH Industrial has recently completed its second edition of its Female Leader Mentoring Program in Brazil.

Scotiabank and Mitacs Launch the Scotiabank Economic Resilience Research Fund

Education

Scotiabank today announced the launch of the Scotiabank Economic Resilience Research Fund in collaboration with Mitacs, a Canadian not-for-profit organization that operates research and training programs in partnership with academia, private industry and government.

Honoring Dr. King and His Legacy With $150,000 Donation to Atlanta's King Center

In honor of MLK Day 2021 and Dr. King’s unparalleled impact, The Home Depot Foundation is investing more than $150,000 in The King Center in Atlanta. This investment creates a new resource to support volunteer services and opportunities within The King Center and throughout Atlanta to address critical needs in our communities.

Qualcomm's C-V2X Delivers Outstanding Performance for Automotive Safety

Innovation & Technology

As automakers & regulators move closer to complete adoption of connected vehicles, and cities & other road owners pursue smart & safe transportation, it is important to use a high performance & practical radio technology dedicated to road safety.

The 2020 Global Culture Forum - Virtually Incredible!

Diversity & Inclusion

Alexion’s annual Global Culture FORUM brings together a team of global Culture Champions and Connectors to share ideas, inspire one another, and gain new insights on how to advance our culture and continue to embed a patient-centric mindset...

Celebrating MLK Day Through Reflection, Recommitment and Volunteerism

Social Impact & Volunteering

While we are unable to physically come together in service for Martin Luther King Jr. Day this year, we continue to pay respect to the life of the inimitable Dr. King, learn from his vision, and stand firm knowing there is still much work to be done.

GreenBiz 21

Events, Media & Communications

The pandemic, recession and social justice movement all have placed new demands on corporate sustainability leaders. To keep up, you need to know the latest trends, tools and insights shaping your job and company today — and tomorrow.

A Day to Inspire Action and Equity

Diversity & Inclusion

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who devoted his life to advancing equality, social justice, and opportunity for all.

The Future of ESG and Corporate Reporting - How Should CFOs Navigate in a Changing Landscape?

Stakeholder expectations and regulatory requirements for ESG and corporate reporting are escalating, and CFOs need to be able to respond.

Black and Hispanic/Latinx Americans Less Confident in Ability to Access COVID-19 Vaccines, Treatments and Healthcare than White Americans, Finds Quest Diagnostics Health Trends™ Analysis

Diversity & Inclusion

By magnifying racial disparities in healthcare, COVID-19 has raised expectations for change.
One in two surveyed (52%) expect actions will be taken to address racial disparities in healthcare in the wake of COVID-19.

Rev. Sharpton, Rev. Butts, U.S. Senator-Elect Rev. Warnock and over 100 Leading Black Clergy Convene on MLK Day to Confront COVID-19 in the Black Community

Diversity & Inclusion

Leading public health officials Dr. Anthony Fauci, Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith and Dr. Tom Frieden were among featured speakers and Q&A participants United Way of New York City to lead implementation efforts for the Choose Healthy Life Action Plan, which will provide COVID-19 testing and vaccine education to the Black community in five cities

#TtInspires: Brenna Minor, Disaster Recovery and CDBG Program Manager

Diversity & Inclusion

Brenna Minor is a program manager with Tetra Tech’s Disaster Recovery group, specializing in implementing federally funded disaster recovery projects. Brenna currently works with the City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on COVID-19 recovery programs through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and other Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funds.

2021 Ushers in a New Era of Corporate Activism

In wake of last week’s insurrection at the United States Capitol building, we are seeing a new wave of corporate activism emerge. In the past, it was standard operating procedure for brands to steer clear of the political conversation altogether. And while in recent years we’ve seen companies take stances on political issues – such as access to voting, social justice and climate change – they would often stop short of calling out individual politicians or blocking resources to persons inciting hate and violence. This week, we examine how companies are breaking tradition to take more drastic steps around politics, in an effort to protect democracy.

HP Unveils Bold Goals to Advance Racial Equality and Social Justice

Social Impact & Volunteering

That’s why we are stepping up. Last year, we committed to double the number of Black and African American executives inside the company by 2025.

Let's Celebrate Mentorship

Education

January 17th marked the International Day of Mentoring, which offers an opportunity to celebrate and promote the value mentoring can bring to the lives of our youth worldwide.

CNH Industrial Launches Riparian Buffer Development Plan in New Holland, Pa.

Environment

“This 8.5 acre riparian forest buffer will be quite large for Lancaster County, and will really help improve the stream that it will surround,” said the Alliance’s Chesapeake Forestry Program Manager, Ryan Davis.

'Watershed Move' by Total to Leave American Petroleum Institute Over Climate Policy, Ceres Says

Energy

Andrew Logan, Ceres’ director of oil and gas, released the following statement following the news that Total has become the first oil major to leave the American Petroleum Institute over its stance on climate policies.

Timberland Anticipates Products Becoming 'Net Positive' by 2030

Responsible Production & Consumption

Timberland set new 2030 environmental goals today. The global outdoor lifestyle brand wants all of their products to have a “net positive” effect on nature, giving back more than they take.