Finalists Named for Central Florida’s 2016 Cox Conserves Heroes Program, Public Asked to Vote

WFTV 9 Family Connection and The Trust for Public Land are recognizing volunteers who are creating, preserving or enhancing community outdoor spaces. Jeri Baldwin, Shanta Barton-Stubbs and Eric Gardze have been selected as finalists for Central Florida’s 2016 Cox Conserves Heroes program, and the public is being asked to vote now through September 28. To vote, visit www.9family.com.

Lockheed Martin Recognized as Best-in-Class on Dow Jones Sustainability Index

For the third year in a row, the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI) has recognized Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] as best-in-class in the area of corporate sustainability. This distinction is only given to the top 10 percent of the largest 2,500 companies in the S&P Global Broad Market Index based on long-term environmental, social and economic benchmarks. Lockheed Martin is the only North American prime defense contractor included on the World Index.

Newmont Ranked Mining Industry Leader by Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for Second Year in a Row

For the second year in a row, Newmont Mining Corporation (NYSE: NEM) was ranked by the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) as the mining industry’s overall leader in sustainability. Newmont’s inclusion on the index also marked the 10th consecutive year the company has been selected for the DJSI World. This year, the DJSI World – one of the most highly regarded sustainability indices – included 316 global companies identified as leaders in the areas of sustainable economic, environmental and social performance. Newmont was the first gold company named to the index in 2007, and has been included on the DJSI North America Index every year since 2006.

Medtronic Recognized as a Sustainability Leader

Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT) was recognized today as one of the world's leading companies for sustainability with its ranking on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI North America) for the ninth consecutive year. DJSI North America analyzes companies on a variety of sustainability criteria, including economic performance, environmental stewardship and social responsibility. This adds to the recognition Medtronic received earlier this year through its continued inclusion in the FTSE4Good Index Series.

Gildan Included In the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for Fourth Consecutive Year

Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX and NYSE), a global manufacturer and marketer of quality family apparel, announced today that the Company has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World Index) for the fourth consecutive year.

Ingersoll Rand Selected for the 2016 Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indices for Sixth Consecutive Year

Ingersoll Rand has been named to the 2016 Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indices for a sixth consecutive year. Continued placement on this index series showcases the company’s position as an economic, environmental and social leader among peer companies.

Yum! Brands Recognized as a 2016 Healthiest 100 Workplace In America®

Yum! Brands (NYSE: YUM) has been recognized as a 2016 Healthiest 100 Workplace in America, an awards program presented by Springbuk®.

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Index World

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has once again been included in the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) World. This result places FCA’s economic, environmental and social performance among the world’s leading companies and reflects the Company’s efforts to participate in the transition to a circular economy.

Baxter Recognized for 17th Consecutive Year by Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) as Responsible and Sustainable Business

For the 17th year, Baxter is included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index as a leading company for its stewardship in natural resource consumption, ethical business conduct, energy use and access to healthcare and educational opportunities.

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