Tokyo 30: Behind the Push to Revamp Work Culture in Japan

Mon, 05/15/2017 - 18:45

This week, leaders from business, government, academia and the press gathered in Tokyo as part of our global newsmaker series for a discussion on the changing foundation and dynamics of working life in Japan.

Bloomberg Announces Global Business Forum to Convene Government and Business Leaders on the Future of the Global Economy

Mon, 05/15/2017 - 13:35

Bloomberg today announced the Global Business Forum, a gathering in New York of global business and government leaders to discuss plans for growth and opportunity around the world.

Caterpillar Highlights Commitment to “Building Better” and Making Sustainable Progress Possible Around the World

Mon, 05/15/2017 - 12:05

Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) published its Sustainability Report today, highlighting the company’s focus for more than 90 years on building better – better lives, better communities and, ultimately, a better world.

The Circular Economy Advantage on Bechtel Projects

Mon, 05/15/2017 - 09:15

A defining characteristic of the remarkable industrial development experienced over the last 100 years has been a ‘make-use-dispose’ approach to resource utilization in industrial processes. While this ‘linear economy’ approach has resulted in enormous advances for societies, it also has created an unsustainable demand for and use of resources and materials. With global population expected to swell to an estimated 9 billion by 2050, the intelligent use of limited resources in production and consumption has become a subject of socio-political, environmental, and economic discussion.

UN Global Compact Bulletin (May 2017)

Mon, 05/15/2017 - 10:45

World Malaria Day

Tue, 05/16/2017 - 11:25

Malaria is a major public health problem, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. Transmitted to humans by mosquito bites, this disease kills a child every two minutes in this part of the world.

Reduce, Reuse and Recycle School Supplies

Mon, 05/22/2017 - 10:10

Across the country, the school year is wrapping up for our children. Soon, alarm clocks, schedules and homework will be forgotten for a few months as kids enjoy the summer. And while many of them can’t wait to be on break, taking the time to properly go through their books, notes and school supplies cannot only save you some dough for next year, it can help the environment.

PNC’s Environmental Performance: Infographic

Tue, 05/16/2017 - 10:30

PNC’s Performance and Innovation Group is responsible for developing and executing on the strategy to reduce the company’s energy and water consumption and carbon emissions.

Sustainability Highlights: HP Takes Home Gold for Its Work to Make the Planet Green

Fri, 05/12/2017 - 09:35

As we continue to reinvent our products, business models and supply chain at HP, we are building a legacy of sustainable design. We are reducing our environmental impact, and leading by example to create a more efficient, circular and low carbon economy.

Reducing Risk by Encouraging Resilience

Fri, 05/12/2017 - 09:15

Microfinance provides opportunities for borrowers to start and reinvest in businesses; generate income; and carve their own pathways out of poverty. But the path isn’t always so smooth. Poor households are especially vulnerable to economic shocks, ranging from common situations like illness and death in the family, to exceptional crises like health epidemics, natural disasters, and political instability.