ECONOMY

Corporate Responsibility

Trump's Tax Plan Could Be a Boon to Small Business, But Will Congress Pass It?

Small businesses have been lobbying hard for changes to the U.S. tax code, which many argue penalizes successful pass-through entities […]

Jan Lee

April 28, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Tesloop Promises Easy City-to-City Travel in a Tesla

Maybe you are curious about driving a Tesla, but are not quite ready to plunk down the cash for one. […]

Leon Kaye

April 28, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

How a Solid CSR Program Could Save the Ivanka Trump Brand

First daughter Ivanka Trump’s eponymous fashion brand has had a rough week. First came word that the brand’s manufacturer is […]

Tina Casey

April 28, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Corporate Social Responsibility Communication in the Digital Era

By Mark Anthony Camilleri The digital age has paved way for a dynamic era of corporate communication. Everything from blogs […]

TriplePundit

April 28, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

RECAP: #ForestryChat w/ P&G, Charmin, Domtar, FSC US, Rainforest Alliance

Today (Arbor Day!), Procter & Gamble, Charmin, Forest Stewardship Council U.S., Domtar, Rainforest Alliance and TriplePundit came together to discuss the current […]

Marissa Rosen

April 28, 2017

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Building Healthier Communities

Microgrants Make Big Impacts for Local Communities

When the Christopher Reeve Foundation was considering how to increase support for caregivers who provide home care for paralysis patients, […]

Jan Lee

April 27, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Philadelphia Startup Will Collect Leftover Food During NFL Draft

The 2017 National Football League (NFL) draft is happening in Philadelphia this weekend, from April 27 to 29. And a local […]

Gina-Marie Cheeseman

April 27, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Reinventing Capitalism with Joel Solomon's 'Clean Money Revolution'

The following is an excerpt from "The Clean Money Revolution: Reinventing Power, Purpose, and Capitalism" by Joel Solomon with Tyee Bridge, April 3, 2017, New Society Publishers.

TriplePundit

April 27, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Newly Merged DanoneWave Now the Largest U.S. Public Benefit Corporation

Plant-based foods and beverages, as well as organic dairy products, are surging in popularity due to their perceived nutrition, environmental […]

Leon Kaye

April 26, 2017

Finance

$4.5 Trillion in Global Assets Still Exposed to Climate Change Risks

A recent survey reveals that the world’s largest investment funds and managers are taking the long-term risks of climate change […]

Leon Kaye

April 26, 2017

Finance

A Federal Incentive for Social Entrepreneurs to Expand Their Businesses

By Leah B. Thibault Various federal and state financial incentives can further the growth and expansion of businesses committed to […]

TriplePundit

April 26, 2017

Finance

Proposed Bill in Congress Would Silence Activist Investors

A new bill proposed in the U.S. House of Representatives could eliminate one of the favorite tactics of shareholders who […]

Leon Kaye

April 25, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

The Surprisingly Large Corporate Investments in Donald Trump's Inauguration Party Fund

According to The Hill, the amount raised for U.S. President Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremonies in January generated a record $107 […]

Leon Kaye

April 25, 2017

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The Future of Forests: Sustainable Forestry in the Decade of Action

How Companies Can Lead on Anti-Deforestation Efforts

Join Procter & Gamble, Charmin, Forest Stewardship Council US, Domtar, Rainforest Alliance, and TriplePundit on April 28th – Arbor Day! […]

Leon Kaye

April 25, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Ivanka Trump Dines With Chinese President Xi, Receives Chinese Trademarks

April 6 was quite the night for Ivanka Trump. Not only did she enjoy a wonderful dinner with Chinese President […]

Grant Whittington

April 24, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Minority Business Owners Still Face Discriminatory Lending

Access to credit is a fundamental pillar of modern capitalism, but some evidence suggests that not everyone in the U.S. […]

Leon Kaye

April 24, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Earth Angel Greens TV and Movie Sets Nationwide

By Beth Bell There are some real powerhouses in the world of sustainable tv and film production.  To highlight the stellar […]

Beth Bell

April 24, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

3p Weekend: United Can Learn From These Airlines About Customer Service

With a busy week behind you and the weekend within reach, there’s no shame in taking things a bit easy […]

Mary Mazzoni

April 22, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Terranea Resort Shows Earth Day Spirt All Year Long

Everyone and their sister is tweeting about Earth Day today. And I can’t tell you the number of press releases […]

Jo Piazza

April 22, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

When Boycotts Work: Famed Boycotter Bill O'Reilly Loses Fox Platform

TriplePundit has been exploring why and how some boycotts work while others fail, and the case of popular Fox News […]

Tina Casey

April 21, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

ExxonMobil Seeks Waiver to Drill in Russian Waters

ExxonMobil is seeking a waiver from the Treasury Department to lift sanctions restricting drilling exploration in the Black Sea. The […]

Grant Whittington

April 21, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Customers Want to Go Paperless: It’s Up to You

By Jenna Cyprus In the pursuit of paperless communication, customers were typically seen as a deterrent more than an aid. For […]

TriplePundit

April 21, 2017

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Building Healthier Communities

Aetna Foundation Leverages Philanthropic Investment to Build Healthier Communities

Take a drive through a neighborhood you haven’t visited recently, and you may notice something odd. Maybe it’s a semi-rural area […]

Jan Lee

April 20, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Big Pharma Pushes Back on Arkansas Executions

Big pharma companies let out a collective sigh of relief earlier this week when two federal judges blocked Arkansas from […]

Grant Whittington

April 20, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

A New Class of Startups Peddles Diversity-Focused Services

The words “startup” and “diversity” historically have not worked well together. In fact, if you perform a Google search using […]

Anum Yoon

April 20, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

The Pulp and Paper Industry Can Play A Role in Stopping Deforestation

The global pulp and paper industry is one of the four main drivers of deforestation worldwide, according to environmental groups […]

Leon Kaye

April 19, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

California Legislature Tries to Extend Life of Cap-and-Trade Program

California has long been seen as a trendsetter on environmental issues, and one of the Golden State’s key policies is […]

Leon Kaye

April 19, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Candidate for Interior Department Fought for Corporate Water Rights in California

David Bernhardt is rumored to be a candidate for Deputy Secretary of the Interior. If his name sounds familiar, it’s […]

Gina-Marie Cheeseman

April 19, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

U.S. Travel Restrictions May Cost Tourism Sector $7.4 Billion This Year

U.S. President Donald Trump says his environmental policies and executive orders will save the estimated 77,000 coal industry jobs that […]

Leon Kaye

April 18, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Putting Circular Economy Principles Into Practice

The evolution of economies and consumption Observers from pre-industrial times could only imagine the world-changing possibilities lying dormant in the […]

Tom Schueneman

April 18, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Kelley Blue Book Ranks Best Eco-Friendly Cars

While Christmas, Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day top the list as the biggest holidays for spending, maybe Kelley Blue Book’s timely […]

Grant Whittington

April 18, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

We Test the Chevy Bolt's Mountain Driving

“I would have never tried that in my electric car!” That was the surprised reaction I received from an all-electric […]

Bill Roth

April 18, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

United Airlines Faces New PR Problem in China

With the recent announcement that United Airlines passenger David Dao will likely undergo reconstructive surgery, United is scrambling to update flight […]

Jan Lee

April 18, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Plastic-Free Legos? Toy Giant Seeks Alternative Material for Blocks

“Back in my day, these Legos used to be plastic. Can you believe that?” This may not be too uncommon […]

Grant Whittington

April 18, 2017

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Your Corporate Guide to Responsible Waste Management

Thinking About a Corporate Wastewater Program? What You Need to Know

Less than 3 percent of the Earth’s water is drinkable, and only 0.30 percent of that freshwater is readily accessible. And […]

Leon Kaye

April 17, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Trump Administration on Board with Solar-Powered Renewable Hydrogen

President Donald Trump may talk a good talk for American coal miners, but his administration is still powering along on […]

Tina Casey

April 17, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Lessons From Flint: Why We Miscalculate Investments

By Shubha Kumar What was the grand total cost of the water crisis in Flint, Michigan?  One straightforward and common measurement, used […]

TriplePundit

April 17, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

3p Weekend: 10 Corporate Hiring Programs Worth a Closer Look

With a busy week behind you and the weekend within reach, there’s no shame in taking things a bit easy […]

Mary Mazzoni

April 14, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Silicon Valley Gets Its Report Card On Workplace Diversity (And It's Not Pretty)

How well do U.S. businesses really do when it comes to workplace diversity? Google’s disagreement with the Department of Labor […]

Jan Lee

April 14, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Tom’s of Maine Founder Wants to Revitalize the U.S. Apparel Industry

Tom Chappell co-founded Tom’s of Maine with his wife, Kate, in 1970 and revolutionized the personal care industry. Over the […]

Leon Kaye

April 14, 2017

Finance

New App Could Help Refugees Access Bank Accounts, Avoid Black Market

Refugees seeking salvation from their war-torn countries are often met with harsh realities in their new homes. Beyond finding ways […]

Grant Whittington

April 14, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Big Data Comes to Financial and Sustainability Reporting Frameworks

By Shari Helaine Littan, CPA-JD As our world becomes more resource-constrained, investors, employees, and other stakeholders are demanding information about […]

TriplePundit

April 14, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Peru: 40% of Businesses are Owned by Women

Peru is one of the best countries in South America for women entrepreneurs, as 40% of businesses there are owned by women. Yet these women face many challenges in growing their businesses, from lack of access to capital, to networks, education and training, and a culture of entrepreneurship.

3p Editors

April 13, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Google Fights Back Against Pay Inequality Accusations

Not so fast, Google. The Department of Labor had some surprising words for the tech giant last week after it claimed […]

Jan Lee

April 13, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Looking Ahead: 8 Characteristics of Bold Sustainability Leadership

By Mia Overall “Keep your eyes on the stars, and your feet on the ground.” – Theodore Roosevelt These are […]

TriplePundit

April 13, 2017

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Your Corporate Guide to Responsible Waste Management

P&G and Microsoft Demonstrate How to Move Beyond Recycling

Did a waste audit reveal your company’s recycling program isn’t exactly where you want it to be? Don’t be discouraged. […]

Gina-Marie Cheeseman

April 12, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

United Learns a Costly Lesson About Customer Engagement

Canceling that Monday morning flight out of Louisville might have been a less costly proposition for United Airlines after all. […]

Leon Kaye

April 12, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Shareholders: Companies Must Be More Transparent When It Comes to Lobbying

Companies are getting an earful from shareholders this year. Climate change and social justice dominated discussions at many shareholder meetings, compelling […]

Jan Lee

April 11, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

There's No Role for Storytelling in Your Sustainability Report

By Jeff Sutton This year Ethical Corporation asked my company, thinkPARALLAX, to present at its Responsible Business Summit on the role […]

TriplePundit

April 11, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

From Recall to Recovery: Finding the Silver Lining in a Product Recall

By Dawn Grimes Every year the Consumer Product Safety Commission orders recalls of thousands of goods to protect consumers from […]

TriplePundit

April 11, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

JP Morgan CEO Offers Warnings to Commander-In-Chief

The Intertubes are buzzing about the latest shareholder letter from JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon. Without calling out Donald Trump by […]

Tina Casey

April 10, 2017

Finance

Ford Foundation Commits $1 Billion to the Social Enterprise Revolution

Last week the Ford Foundation announced a move that could transform social enterprise, generate more investment in the nonprofit sector, […]

Leon Kaye

April 10, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Business Groups Threaten Shareholders’ Right to File Proposals

By Shelley Alpern In February, the Business Roundtable (BRT), a group representing the some of the most powerful CEOs in corporate […]

TriplePundit

April 10, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Wells Fargo’s Woes Continue with Calls to Divest and Oust Board

Wells Fargo may have committed $110 million to settle its sordid fake accounts scandal, but this chapter appears to be […]

Leon Kaye

April 10, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Advertisers Flee 'O'Reilly Factor' Before Boycotters Catch Them

Boycotts have become a steady feature of the political landscape in recent months, and TriplePundit is exploring what makes them work, […]

Tina Casey

April 10, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Why H&M Should Invest in Healthy Ecosystems

We all agree that climate change adaptation and mitigation are necessities for any company with manufacturing and logistics considerations. First, these […]

jennifer boynton

April 7, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Monday: Senate Committee to Hold Climate Change Hearing Near Mar-a-Lago

Climate change adaptation is not a priority for U.S. President Donald Trump and company. Meanwhile, the planet’s atmosphere is still […]

Gina-Marie Cheeseman

April 7, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Ethics for Healthcare and Public Administration Professionals

By Daphne Stanford In recent years, the “new public sector,” has emerged which expands the definition of public service administration […]

TriplePundit

April 7, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Tracking Collaboration For Sustainability and Social Impact

The transformation of business in the 21st century has many facets and a number of common characteristics. One of these is […]

RP Siegel

April 6, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Report: Pet Foods May Not Be as Safe as Consumers Think

After evaluating over 900 pet food products from 71 companies, a Denver-based NGO concluded that far too many of them […]

Leon Kaye

April 6, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Governments: Glaciers and Rivers are Legal Persons and Have Rights

Does a river have rights in court? Is it entitled to fair representation if it can’t speak on its own […]

Jan Lee

April 6, 2017

Finance

Are Student Loans the Next Financial Bubble?

Over the past 15 years, Congress enacted a bevy of laws in an attempt to reform financial and disclosure legislation. […]

Leon Kaye

April 5, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

4 Things Everyone Needs to Know About Sustainable Business

By Luna Atamian Corporations have made significant progress on the sustainability front, but the work done to date mainly focused on […]

TriplePundit

April 5, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Google Will Boost the Use of Artificial Intelligence to Avoid Offensive Videos

YouTube is a favorite time suck for many of us, and for countless good reasons. Uploading videos is seamless and fast, […]

Leon Kaye

April 4, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

DEA’s Fight Against Opioid Manufacturer Falters as Drug Companies Deny Responsibility

According to the Department of Health and Human Services, 78 people die each day from an opioid drug-related overdose. The […]

Leon Kaye

April 4, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Lotus Foods: Changing the World One Grain of Rice at a Time

By Nancy Rosenzweig and Michael Whelchel, Conscious Company Media Rice is the most vital crop in the world. It is […]

TriplePundit

April 4, 2017

Finance

7 Ways to Think Like a 21st-Century Economist

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt from the new book “Doughnut Economics” by economist Kate Raworth. You can buy […]

TriplePundit

April 4, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

A New Era of Politicized Capitalism?

By Melissa Schweyer About a month and a half ago, the founders of B Lab — Andrew Kassoy, Bart Houlahan and Jay […]

TriplePundit

April 4, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Asbestos Education in the Workplace: Prevention Meets Preparation

By Charles MacGregor Prior to the 1970s, it was rare to see a new home built without some sort of asbestos. […]

TriplePundit

April 4, 2017

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Your Corporate Guide to Responsible Waste Management

The Journey To Corporate Zero-Waste-To-Landfill

Zero-waste-to-landfill (ZWTL) is a popular goal for businesses that wish to lead on sustainability. It sounds like a noble goal, […]

Gina-Marie Cheeseman

April 3, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Climate Change Policies and Federal Funding Cuts Could Impact Military, Developing Nations

When White House Budget Director Mick Mulvaney announced the proposed budget for the 2018 fiscal year on March 16, he […]

Carl Nettleton

April 3, 2017

Corporate Responsibility

Wells Fargo’s $110 Million Settlement Leaves Many Questions Unanswered

Last week, Wells Fargo reached an agreement in principle to pay $110 million in order to settle a class-action lawsuit filed […]

Leon Kaye

April 3, 2017