Invitation to Apply for Saudi Arabia's First Sustainability Training for Small and Medium Enterprises

Thu, 03/09/2017 - 10:00

AccountAbility is proud to partner with the King Khalid Foundation to facilitate the Sustainability Leading Practices (SLP) Training Program, which is the first of its kind in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The workshop will be conducted through three days of training sessions on May 15 – 17. The training will be provided in English and simultaneous Arabic translation will also be available. Participants will convene at the offices of the King Khalid Foundation in Riyadh for the training.

Advancing Women in Energy

Tue, 03/14/2017 - 08:10

Weatherford is committed to diversity, in all the forms that that may take. This commitment is based on a genuine belief that a diverse workforce engenders diverse perspectives that are additive to our business culture.

On the Cutting Board: The US EPA Budget-Staff-Programs-Grants As the Trump Administration Plans the Coming FY Budget

Mon, 03/13/2017 - 11:00

The media establishment in Washington, DC is closely watching the signals as well as specific action taken by the Trump Administration and the 115th Congress that could or does affect the future of key government agencies whose mission and work directly/indirectly affects the mission and work of corporate sustainability and sustainable investing professionals.

Sustainable Brands Seeks Entrepreneurs for Startup Business Competition

Thu, 03/09/2017 - 09:00

Sustainable Brands® recently opened submissions for its internationally recognized startup business competition Sustainable Brands Innovation Open (SBIO).

The Digital Gender Divide

Thu, 03/09/2017 - 08:00

Discussing how to increase internet access for women around the world

Get the Recognition You Deserve

Thu, 03/09/2017 - 08:00

Back for the 8th year running, the Ethical Corporation's Responsible Business Awards 2017 is an event that celebrates responsible business excellence.

Benefits of Including Short-Lived Climate Pollutants in Your Climate Action Plan

Thu, 03/09/2017 - 08:00

In my recent blog, Generating Business Value with GHG Management- Part I (January 25), I explored five ways for companies to derive business value from GHG management strategies: 1) boosting sales through climate-friendly product marketing; 2) enhancing brand value and recognition; 3) earning extra revenue through carbon credits; 4) improving opportunities for funding; and 5) anticipating supply chain disruptions. As it turns out, by including “short-lived climate pollutants” (SLCPs) in your company’s Climate Action Plan, you can extend these benefits even further. This post takes a closer look at the importance of SLCPs and why they should matter to you.

The Paper Recycling Process

Thu, 03/09/2017 - 08:15

Ever wonder what happens to the paper in your recycling bin once the sanitation truck drives it away? Well, it embarks on quite a journey toward a new life. Find out more in this video presented by Domtar.

Costa Group and Mercy Ships Present Their Memorandum of Understanding to Provide Practical Help Where it is Needed the Most

Fri, 03/10/2017 - 10:30

Mercy Ships and Costa Group celebrated Tuesday the official start of the memorandum of understanding which has been recently signed. The agreement is aimed to develop synergies in different fields with the objective to support the accomplishments of Mercy Ships.

LIVESTRONG Joining Sean Swarner’s ‘Mission of Hope’ to the North Pole

Wed, 03/08/2017 - 12:00