Video: Nat Geo's Year of Global Exploration and Cutting-Edge Storytelling in 2-Mintues

Wed, 01/27/2016 - 07:00

From discovering a new human ancestor deep in a South African cave to protecting more than one million square miles of ocean through its Pristine Seas initiative, National Geographic made its mark on 2015 through science, exploration, and storytelling. In the video above, Nat Geo reflects on its many achievements over the past year, including new discoveries and expeditions across the globe. 21st Century Fox expanded its partnership with the National Geographic Society in 2015 to create National Geographic Partners, bringing together all of National Geographic's media assets, including magazines, book and map publishing, National Geographic Studios, and more. The deal increased the Society's endowment to more than $1 billion.

Boeing Provides $15K Grant to Alabama Sustainable Energy Group

Tue, 01/26/2016 - 16:00

An educational program of the Alabama Center for Sustainable Energy has received a major boost from the Boeing Company.

Reflections on Laudato Si - Continued

Tue, 01/26/2016 - 10:30

It’s why building the circular economy is so important. When you design for disassembly, eliminate the concept of waste and optimize the utility of our limited raw materials, as nature so beautifully does, you offer hope of a future where the needs of all people can be met without threatening the biosphere. You offer a chance for growth without squeezing the planet dry.

CSX Earns Spot on CDP’s Supplier A List

Tue, 01/26/2016 - 10:30

As CSX continues to maximize its role as the most fuel efficient and environmentally friendly way to move goods over land, the company announced today that it achieved a position on the CDP Supplier A List for 2015.

National Grid Helps Quad/Graphics Boost Productivity While Reducing Energy Usage, Costs

Tue, 01/26/2016 - 09:20

Cruise Lines Adopt Environmentally Friendly Practices

Tue, 01/26/2016 - 16:00

The cruise industry produces nearly one billion tons of sewage every year, apart from consuming several million tons of fuel.

Companies Blind to Climate Risks in Half Their Supply Chains

Tue, 01/26/2016 - 00:00

A new report, launched today by CDP and BSR, highlights the largest ever study of climate data from suppliers and their corporate customers.

Carnival Corporation to Host The Nature Conservancy’s Mapping Ocean Wealth Annual Meeting

Mon, 01/25/2016 - 11:30

Carnival Corporation & plc, the world's largest travel and leisure company, will welcome representatives from leading conservation, science and sustainability organizations Jan. 26-27 to its Miami headquarters for The Nature Conservancy’s Mapping Ocean Wealth annual forum. Carnival Corporation, in partnership with the Carnival Foundation, awarded a $2.5 million gift over five years in 2014 to support The Nature Conservancy’s work on Mapping Ocean Wealth and global marine protection priorities, and hosting this week’s summit at the company’s headquarters underscores its commitment to a healthy and sustainable environment.

Is a Perfect Pipeline Safety Record Possible?

Fri, 01/22/2016 - 18:05

After 20 years, Tuscarora Gas Transmission’s safety record remains unblemished.

The Elephant in the 10-K: Carbon Asset Risk

Fri, 01/22/2016 - 12:30

Large US oil and gas companies are not adequately disclosing to their investors the risk that a portion of their carbon-based assets could be left stranded. Ceres, in collaboration with CookESG Research, recently launched a new version of its SEC Sustainability Disclosure Search Tool, helping users to explore narrative disclosures relevant to assessing carbon asset risk by companies in high-emitting industries.