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The IWBI Special Report Chapter Series: “China: Doubling Down on Better Buildings for Better Health”

Health & Healthcare

In 2021, IWBI released an in-depth report that lays out research approaches and specific operational strategies as the world continues to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and prepares for acute health threats into the future.

IWBI Applauds the White House and EPA for Launching the 'Clean Air in Buildings Challenge'

Sustainable Development Goals

As part of the recently announced National COVID-19 Preparedness Plan, the Biden Administration underscored the critical need to utilize funding from the American Rescue Plan (ARP) and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Zero Barriers: Medtronic Supplier Diversity Efforts Go Global

Diversity & Inclusion

Our diverse supplier base drives sustainable economic change in communities with every contract signed and every job created.

Further Investment in Electrification & Alternative Fuels for CNH Industrial

Innovation & Technology

With increasing global demand for zero emissions, CNH Industrial will continue to build upon its leading position in alternative propulsion (thanks to 15+ years of R&D and products now in commercial production).

International Women's Day: It's Time to Break the Bias

Diversity & Inclusion

As we reflect on the experiences and accomplishments of the women who make an impact in our lives today, we’re proud to share our efforts toward building a world with greater gender parity and equality.

Giving Strategically After a Disaster or Crisis to Support Employees and the Community

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

When a natural disaster or humanitarian crisis happens, naturally your company and its employees want to move swiftly to provide critical resources to the individuals and communities who need help.

Water Treatment Plant Optimization Becomes More Comprehensive

Environment

As water utilities plan for a more sustainable, lower emissions future, the scope of the term “optimization” is expanding.

Breaking the Energy Curve With Ericsson's Kevin Zvokel

Innovation & Technology

Network energy performance is an increasingly prevalent issue for mobile network operators (MNOs) in North America. If 5G is deployed in the same way as previous generations, energy consumption of mobile networks would increase dramatically.

DICK'S Sporting Goods and Packsize Partner to Support Retailer's E-Commerce Growth and Sustainability Initiatives

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Packsize® today announced that DICK’S Sporting Goods, Inc. (NYSE: DKS) is among its retail customers transforming the way they and their customers experience packaging.

Explore Hidden Gems in National Parks via Guides by National Parks Conservation Association and Travelodge® by Wyndham

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

At the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA), it is our mission to protect our national parks for future generations, from well-known landmarks like Half Dome in Yosemite National Park to places off the beaten path in lesser-known parks. Our partner Travelodge® by Wyndham knows that the more people know about the magnificent places and creatures our national parks protect, the more they will feel invested in keeping them preserved.

Building Business Resiliency: Navigating a World Impacted by Climate Change

Environment

In its latest report, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) highlights the increasingly urgent risks confronting the globe as impacts from climate change mount. And while many businesses are taking action, much more needs to be done.

Rockwell Automation Donates $500,000 to Provide Humanitarian Aid for Ukraine Refugees

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) will donate $500,000 to five nonprofit organizations leading humanitarian relief efforts for Ukraine refugees with each receiving $100,000.

Marathon's Martinez Renewable Fuels Provides Support for Homeless People in California

Social Impact & Volunteering

Marathon’s Martinez Renewable Fuels facility provided nearly $30,000 in grants recently for multiple shelters and homeless outreach programs in Contra Costa County in California.

BIER Member Spotlight: Andy Battjes

Environment

My current role is Director of Environment Health & Safety, and I am responsible for leading the team of EHS experts who ensure that our Supply Chain sites around the world are keeping our people safe and protecting our environment.

10 Innovation Areas for 5G Advanced and Beyond [Video]

Innovation & Technology

This week kicks off one of the most important events of the year for the mobile industry — Mobile World Congress in Barcelona (MWC22).

DraftKings and Kindbridge Research Institute Advance Veterans-Focused Responsible Gaming Research

Diversity & Inclusion

DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) announced a multi-year financial commitment to Kindbridge Research Institute (KRI) for a new research program to study the nexus of veterans and responsible gaming

St. Philip's College Community Garden Grows With Retool Your School Grant

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

St. Philip’s College, a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in San Antonio, Texas, was awarded $20,000 as a recipient of the Retool Your School 2021 campus improvement grant program.

Disparity Or Despair?

Research, Reports & Publications

In 2016 CSRHub published an article about the low correlation and disparity between MSCI and Sustainalytics ratings, and the research has now been compared and analyzed to the 2021 data and ratings: https://bit.ly/3waOLvq

VMware Joins the Green Software Foundation

Responsible Production & Consumption

Droughts. Heat waves. Rising sea levels. Melting glaciers. Extinction of entire animal species. These global catastrophes are already underway and will only get worse…unless we make some drastic and immediate changes to the ways we live and work.

Impact on Carbon: How the EcoVadis Network Supports Companies in Tackling Emissions

Research, Reports & Publications

Carbon emissions have, in the years following the ratification of the Paris Climate Agreement (2015), been established as the predominant issue in corporate sustainability discourse and strategy.

Las Vegas Sands Earns Sixth Straight Appearance on Fortune's “World's Most Admired Companies” List

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Las Vegas Sands has again been named one of the “World’s Most Admired Companies” in Fortune’s annual list of the most respected and reputable businesses. Sands’ 2022 appearance on the list is its sixth straight and ninth in the past decade.

HP Study: Women Seeking Out Promotions, Despite Pandemic Work Shifts

Diversity & Inclusion

Before the headlines about the Great Resignation, there was a mass-exit from the workplace. In spring 2020, approximately 3.5 million mothers with school-age children lost jobs or left the workforce in the US.

Land Betterment's ekō Villages of Hope Featured on WBTV Charlotte Newscast

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

WBTV highlights the continued need for sustainable housing solutions months after tornados devastated communities of western Kentucky.

Cority Adds Sustainability to Its Core Values to Reflect Organizational Commitment

Cority, a leading global enterprise EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) software provider announced today that it has reinforced its commitment to Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) by formally adding “Sustainability” as a core value.

Teck Reports 2021 Sustainability Performance

Research, Reports & Publications

Teck Resources Limited (TSX: TECK.A and TECK.B, NYSE: TECK) ("Teck”) announced today the release of our 21st annual Sustainability Report, highlighting our sustainability and ESG performance in 2021 and progress on our sustainability strategy goals.