WBCSD Takes a Closer Look at the Corporate Reporting Landscape in the United States and Canada

Mon, 02/05/2018 - 08:05

Today, at GreenBiz18 in Phoenix, the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) released a new report, compiling data from the Reporting Exchange that offers a closer look into the reporting landscape of the United States and Canada.

Digital Tech Helps Electric Utilities Improve Customer Sustainability—And Their Own

Mon, 02/05/2018 - 09:45

Electric utilities and other power networks are in a unique position when it comes to improving sustainability. That’s because they have the ability to not just control their own carbon footprint but also promote more efficient, sustainable energy use for consumers. They can improve sustainability and decarbonize to mitigate climate change while still supporting their consumers’ growing needs ranging from smooth, efficient integration of electric vehicles into the grid to better energy accessibility.

Partnering with AMP Health to Increase Access to Healthcare in Africa

Thu, 02/01/2018 - 17:20

We’re proud to share that we have joined the Aspen Management Partnership for Health (AMP Health) and its network of partners to help strengthen community health systems in Africa by increasing access to quality healthcare. With our support, AMP Health will be able to scale its existing programs in Malawi, Kenya, and Sierra Leone by building the capacity and leadership necessary to set in place critical systems of thousands of community health workers. Pfizer’s previous grant contributions will also be matched this year by the USAID private sector matching funds program, which will allow AMP Health to extend its efforts to additional African nations, including Ghana and Zambia.

CEO of Ørsted Calls for Action on Global Climate Crisis

Fri, 02/02/2018 - 04:00

Over the past decade, the Danish-based energy company has achieved 82% coal reduction, 67% carbon reduction and 64% renewable energy in their power and heat generation. CEO of Ørsted, Henrik Poulsen, has a clear vision.

Two-Time Cancer Survivor, Maressa Williams Joins iCause Advisory Board

Fri, 02/02/2018 - 08:00

iCause joins forces with two-time cancer survivor, philanthropist, and daughter of Montel Williams, Maressa Williams. Maressa and her father were featured on the Dr. OZ show in 2013, discussing how her battle with cancer sparked her passion to help others.

Goldcorp and FLSmidth Win Mining Award for EcoTails

Mon, 02/05/2018 - 12:15

Goldcorp and FLSmidth have been recognized for their co-development of EcoTailsTM, as the joint winners of the Mining Magazine Editor’s Award 2017, an award given annually to celebrate outstanding new technologies, innovations and initiatives within the mining sector.

PNC Teams Up with Google on New IT Support Professional Certificate

Thu, 02/01/2018 - 12:30

Google and online learning giant Coursera on Tuesday unveiled a new certificate program to train Americans, including those without college degrees, for entry-level IT jobs.

Sands China Ltd. Celebrates First Class of International Strategic Leadership Program Graduates

Mon, 02/12/2018 - 08:45

In July 2017, a group of 25 Sands China Ltd. Team Members were selected as the first class of Sands China International Strategic Leadership Program for Integrated Resorts. The class graduated on November 17 with a commencement ceremony at Sands Cotai Central.

Duke Energy Delivered Sunshiny Days in North Carolina in 2017

Thu, 02/01/2018 - 12:00

How Whirlpool Uses Local Data to Spin up Global Cleanup Plans

Thu, 02/01/2018 - 11:10

By employing tactics to keep tabs on energy usage, water consumption and waste at manufacturing sites, Whirlpool Corporation has empowered its sustainability team to scale its impact globally and potentially save the company at least $1 million over the next two years.