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Community Development

Companies Must Address the Role Gender Plays In Burnout

Companies committed to the triple bottom line should consider more support and flexibility so employees can avoid burnout—especially women, who experience burnout more frequently, research shows.

Sarah Hutcherson

August 26, 2019

Sustainable Living

Would a Meat Tax Push Food Companies to Adapt?

Discussions over a meat tax are underway in Germany. The goal is to boost animal welfare programs - more citizens could be convinced to go plant-based, too.

Leon Kaye

August 19, 2019

Sustainable Living

As Beef Gets Booted Out of College Campuses, Meat Companies Take Note

Meat companies beware: Lucrative contracts with cafeterias could soon be a thing of the past. Many of these firms are already responding with alternatives.

Leon Kaye

August 16, 2019

Sustainable Living

Clothing and Shoe Subscriptions, the Sustainable Answer to Amazon

A popular brand launches shoe subscriptions for kids and offers apparel and footwear companies ideas on how to swat away competition from Amazon.

Leon Kaye

August 16, 2019

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Innovation in Education: Building the Workforce of the Future

Mentorship Changes the Game in Early Childhood and Elementary Education

This innovative mentorship program aims to instill a love for reading in children and, in the process, improve the reading levels of American students.

Maggie Kohn

August 12, 2019

Community Development

In Hawaii, TMT Protesters Put Astronomy, and Developers, on Notice

Probing outer space, exploring the universe, searching for life beyond Earth. How could a telescope like Hawaii’s TMT, with all of that potential, go wrong?

Roya Sabri

August 9, 2019

Community Development

Partnering to Ensure Gender Equality Worldwide

99 years after U.S. women won the right to vote, gender equality is still elusive worldwide - but business partnerships can help take on this challenge.

Michele Malejki

August 6, 2019

Sustainable Living

Italian Apparel Brand Napapijri to Launch Recyclable Jacket

The Skidoo Infinity jacket is made from recycled plastic fibers and is completely recyclable at end of life. The jacket is among the latest entries in Italian apparel company Napapijri’s sustainable portfolio.

Ellen Delisio

August 1, 2019

Voices for Change

The Wayfair Effect: Companies Find Their Voices Rebuking Racism

Call it the Wayfair Effect: More business leaders are ready to confront the president on racism, as a matter of both brand reputation and employee loyalty.

Tina Casey

July 31, 2019

Sustainable Living

Single-Origin Coffee Rewards Big Brands and Smallholder Farmers

The single-origin coffee bean market is booming due to demand for unique coffee tastes and interest in traceability, especially among millennials.

Maggie Kohn

July 31, 2019

Sustainable Living

Carbon Positive Packaging From Lush: A Game Changer?

Beauty and personal care brand Lush has launched a "carbon positive" packaging process that could boost the sustainability efforts of the global cosmetics industry.

Sarah Hutcherson

July 31, 2019

Community Development

Leading Retailer Serves Up a Heaping Portion of Body Shaming

Recently, Macy’s stopped selling a line of novelty portion-control plates following online accusations of body shaming and insensitivity.

Megan Amrich

July 29, 2019

Sponsored

Innovation in Education: Building the Workforce of the Future

The U.S. Education System is Ripe for Innovation—And Investment Can Help

With a series of recent investments in innovative new education models, the SunTrust Foundation is promoting intentional collaborations that improve outcomes for students and help prepare them for the workplace.

Laura Wise

July 29, 2019

Sustainable Living

E-Scooters Less Of A Nuisance As Cities Integrate Them Into the Transport Mix

E-scooters are less likely to run people off sidewalks than they were a year ago as cities increasingly integrate them into their transportation mix.

Phil Covington

July 26, 2019

Community Development

It Starts With Health: Using Technology to Address the Primary Care Crisis

The impact of healthcare is hard to ignore, especially the ongoing primary care crisis in the U.S. Here's why companies should really pay attention.

Jeff Greenstein

July 26, 2019

Voices for Change

Executives Step Up To Pay Students' Meal Debt, But the District Says No

When a Pennsylvania school district threatened to have children placed in foster care if their parents couldn't pay outstanding lunch bills, corporate executives stepped up with offers to clear the debt. Shockingly, the district turned them down.

Mary Mazzoni

July 24, 2019

Community Development

Experts Say Sugar Is Becoming a Global Public Health Crisis

Public health advocates say that major brands' promotion of sugary products in emerging markets is potentially putting the well being of millions at risk.

Nithin Coca

July 24, 2019

Sustainable Living

Zara Reboots Its Strategy to Compete with Sustainable Apparel Brands

Zara, which has its struggles attracting millennial and Gen Z shoppers, says it is making long-term commitments to become a more sustainable company.

Laura Wise

July 23, 2019

Sustainable Living

Tiny Apartments Gain Traction in Latin America: How Small Can They Go?

Developers and architects are promoting tiny apartments as an innovative way to respond to the demand for affordable housing in Latin America and beyond.

Grant Whittington

July 23, 2019

Community Development

This Silicon Valley Program Boosts Social Entrepreneurship

In Silicon Valley, a social entrepreneurship program at Santa Clara University is helping to transform the lives of displaced people living on the margins.

Laurel Sheppard

July 23, 2019

Sustainable Living

Can a Redesign Make the Airplane Middle Seat Your Favorite?

The buzz over a new airplane middle seat design is about more than passenger comfort—there is a compelling sustainability story here as well.

Roya Sabri

July 22, 2019

Voices for Change

JetBlue Helps Rebuild Puerto Rico with Habitat Restoration

JetBlue continues its efforts in Puerto Rico by restoring the seagrass and mangrove habitats of a natural reserve along the southern shore of the island.

Roya Sabri

July 15, 2019

Sustainable Living

Food Tech Watch: 'Molecular Coffee' Can Help Fight Deforestation

Atomo coffee is the latest food tech innovation—and it may soon be necessary as the world copes with climate change and environmental degradation.

Patrick Grubbs

July 12, 2019

Community Development

Podshare Reimagines Housing in Pricey Real Estate Markets

Podshare, which touts itself as the future of housing, says it has a solution to rising rent prices in U.S. cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles.

Leon Kaye

July 12, 2019

Sustainable Living

Not All Nutritionists Believe Meat Alternatives are Healthier

As consumers in the U.S. and other countries show a growing appetite for meat alternatives, nutritionists say: not so fast. Should investors be concerned?

Amy Brown

July 11, 2019

Sustainable Living

Day Old Bread, Another Front in the Food Waste Battle

Where does all that excess bread at bakeries go at the end of the day? In the U.K., some of it is going into Tesco bakeries' crostini and bread pudding.

Leon Kaye

July 11, 2019

Sustainable Living

Brunch in Dubai is Slowly Becoming More Sustainable

Brunch in Dubai has a cost, and a jarring one when considering food waste. But the combination of technology and awareness is taking on this problem.

Leon Kaye

July 10, 2019

Voices for Change

Unions, Environmental Groups Join Forces on Climate Action

On the heels of the Green New Deal debate, the BlueGreen Alliance released an ambitious climate action plan to boost renewables and workers' incomes.

Roya Sabri

July 9, 2019

Community Development

An Early Look at the CECP Giving in Numbers Survey Data

The latest Giving in Numbers report from CECP offers insight on corporate social investments for corporate giving officers and industry practitioners.

André Solórzano

July 9, 2019

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3BL Forum 2019: Brands Taking Stands—What's Next?

Sports Leaders Come Together To Drive Impact Off the Field

Sports have a unique ability to bring people together, and a growing number of the world’s largest sports franchises are leveraging their influence to make an impact off the field. 

Mary Mazzoni

July 8, 2019

Voices for Change

Paul Polman Still Striving to Secure a Sustainable World

Reports about the departure of Paul Polman have turned out to be premature with the launch of his new venture that plans on tackling problems like poverty.

Leon Kaye

July 8, 2019

Community Development

Dairy Industry Efforts to Market Milk to Teens Face Criticism

Some health advocates are criticizing the dairy industry for its push to boost milk consumption by sponsoring coffee and latte bars in high schools.

Maggie Kohn

July 8, 2019

Voices for Change

What Solutions Exist for a ‘Toxic’ Workplace for Content Moderators at Facebook?

Content moderators at Facebook have pushed back against a culture in which they feel easily replaceable-on top of low pay and strict production quotas.

Sarah Hutcherson

July 4, 2019

Community Development

This Program Gives Bees Independence from Environmental Degradation

Fort Bragg, California, is becoming a haven for bees and other pollinators, due partly to participation in the Bee City USA program.

Leon Kaye

July 4, 2019

Sustainable Living

A Cheeky Response to Plant-Based Foods: Arby’s 'Marrot'

As a response to flexitarian menus and plant-based meats, Arby's 'Marrot' may be the essential ingredient to keep this meat-focused brand strong.

Jenna Ammann

July 3, 2019

Community Development

StubHub Finds a Way to Give Back by Giving Experiences

StubHub recently launched the #TicketForward campaign to grant anyone the experience of attending a live event, irrespective of their ability to pay.

Pamela Neronha

July 2, 2019

Sustainable Living

Old Navy Makes Purple Patriotic for a Good Cause

A July 4 Old Navy campaign waxes nostalgia, Instagram influencers, purple T-shirts and a call for companies to take stands on social and political issues.

Megan Amrich

July 1, 2019

Voices for Change

Bank of America Finally Says No to Private Prisons

Bank of America has become the latest financial institution to cease any financial support for the private prison sector.

Tina Casey

June 28, 2019

Voices for Change

Wayfair Reminds Us Corporate Responsibility Doesn’t Always Come from the Top

The controversy surrounding Wayfair this week should remind us why thoughtful listening to employees absolutely matters.

John Friedman

June 28, 2019

Voices for Change

Highlights Magazine Talks Common Sense on Immigrant Rights

Highlights Magazine's recent response to the migrant children crisis shows how companies can take a strong stand without running into partisan politics.

Tina Casey

June 27, 2019

Voices for Change

50 Years After Stonewall, Pride Month Is Becoming Every Month

Business has a key role in why Pride Month has become a time to celebrate. But Leon Kaye reminds us there's more to be done to support the LGBTQ community.

Leon Kaye

June 27, 2019

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Sustainability and Social Impact: Lessons from Israeli Businesses

With the Mediterranean Diet, Israel Wants To Set the Standard for Global Health

Israel wants to be a model of health and nutrition for the rest of the world. But convincing people to change their habits won’t be easy—and the food industry must step up to play a role, industry experts told TriplePundit.

Amy Brown

June 27, 2019

Voices for Change

Wayfair Employees' Protest Over Treatment of Migrant Children Picks Up Where Tech Workers Left Off

Employees at the furniture maker Wayfair have brought renewed attention to the issue of migrant rights, especially when it comes to children.

Tina Casey

June 26, 2019

Sustainable Living

Scaling Up the Upcycled Food Movement

More entrepreneurs are launching upcycled food companies that are making nutritious products while reducing the amount of food waste ending up in landfills.

Sarah Hutcherson

June 26, 2019

Sustainable Living

Grocers Green Up Produce Aisles by Nixing Single-Use Plastic Bags

Many supermarkets have eliminated single-use plastic bags at the checkout aisle; now they're looking for ways to reduce plastic consumption even further.

Maggie Kohn

June 25, 2019

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From Farm to Fork: Sustainability in the Food and Agriculture Business

Breaking Down Local and National Efforts to Improve Food Security in the U.S.

We spoke with a food bank director about what is—and isn't—working when it comes to improving food security in the U.S.

Tom Schueneman

June 25, 2019

Voices for Change

On Hate Speech, Ravelry Knits A Sharp, Bright Line

Ravelry, the social network focused on crafts like knitting and crochet, is taking on white supremacy and hate speech - and is even calling #45 out by name.

Tina Casey

June 25, 2019

Sustainable Living

Retailers are Betting on Sustainable Fashion to Drive Sales

Retailers are betting on sustainable fashion as the newest way to differentiate themselves among more environmentally and socially conscious shoppers.

Maggie Kohn

June 24, 2019

Voices for Change

Rivian Gives Old EV Batteries a New Life in Puerto Rico

EV upstart Rivian has been taking the world of electric vehicles by storm - and it also has established its reputation as a brand with purpose.

Leon Kaye

June 21, 2019

Voices for Change

Walking the Talk: How Businesses Can Help Build Strong Communities

The challenges we face are mounting quickly - from education to jobs to health care access. But businesses can step in and help build strong communities.

Doug Marshall

June 20, 2019

Community Development

Points of Light Announces The Civic 50 for 2019

According to Points of Light, these 50 companies are leading in the U.S. when it comes to community engagement and social impact.

Leon Kaye

June 17, 2019

Voices for Change

Abortion Is Now a Part of the Corporate Activism Conversation

The abortion rights movement has rapidly crossed over into the business community, where it is now a part of the ongoing corporate activism movement.

Tina Casey

June 13, 2019

Voices for Change

Meet the Young Minds Solving the Climate Crisis

Yes the world is in the midst of a climate crisis, but EDF is showcasing three young leaders who offer us optimism.

Scott Wood

June 13, 2019

Voices for Change

Glowing, Going, Gone: Taking a Stand for Coral

“Glowing, Going, Gone" is a campaign to raise awareness about rising ocean temperatures, with a focus on the plight of coral-with a color palette to match.

Roya Sabri

June 12, 2019

Sustainable Living

Lab Created Fish: Innovation That Could Help Save Our Oceans

California-based BlueNalu is working to make lab created fish, or “cellular aquaculture,” a possibility. Could this innovation help save our oceans?

Sierra Sumner

June 8, 2019

Voices for Change

Young People Reward Brands That Take Stands: Here's How To Get Noticed

More companies are taking public stands on social issues, but it takes consistent engagement—often over several years—to get noticed by young people, according to a recent survey from DoSomething Strategic.

Mary Mazzoni

June 6, 2019

Community Development

CVS Emphasizes Consumer Health with HealthHUBs Expansion

CVS is making good on its pledge to put consumer health first by announcing this week that it will turn 1,500 of stores into HealthHUB locations.

Maggie Kohn

June 6, 2019

Community Development

A World Environment Day Reminder about Impact Ventures

Here's a World Environment Day reminder of the value of impact ventures, which align social impact, environmental stewardship and shareholder value.

Wayne Dunn

June 5, 2019

Community Development

Symantec: Labels are for Jars, Not for People

This Symantec employee explains how volunteering helped her become more inclusive and raised her self-awareness towards some of her own unconscious bias.

Symantec Corporate Responsibility

June 4, 2019

Sustainable Living

The UK Now Has More EV Charging Locations Than Gas Stations

The U.K. now boasts more EV charging stations than it does conventional fuel stations - thanks to EV-friendly policies and the private sector.

Phil Covington

June 4, 2019

Sustainable Living

Can Kelp Help Feed the Planet and Save the Oceans?

A small company is banking that its line of kelp jerky products can scale up, make the seaweed business big business - and save the oceans.

Laurel Sheppard

June 4, 2019

Voices for Change

TripAdvisor Is Taking a Stand for Refugees

TripAdvisor has been taking action on the global refugee crisis for several years; its use of Benevity software has helped the company with its efforts.

Leon Kaye

June 3, 2019

Voices for Change

Bridgestone Ramps Up Support for LGBTQ Community

Bridgestone Americas is determined to support the LBGTQ community in a state where legislation, according to critics, could reverse many hard-won rights.

Leon Kaye

June 3, 2019

Sustainable Living

Fast, Faster, Fastest: The Electric Vehicle Charging Station Race Heats Up

The future of transport is closer now that General Motors and Bechtel will join forces to build thousands of electric vehicle charging stations in the U.S.

Tina Casey

May 31, 2019

Sustainable Living

Why Now’s the Time to Join the Electric Vehicle Revolution

According to BNEF, the electric vehicle revolution is underway as more companies phase out diesel- and gasoline-fueled cars and transition fleets to EVs.

Tina Casey

May 29, 2019

Sustainable Living

EV Charging at Home Just Got Easier—And More Sustainable

EV charging at home got easier with eMotorWerks' electric car charging-as-a-service system, which will allow customers to recharge vehicles hassle-free.

Phil Covington

May 28, 2019

Community Development

Plogging: The Hot (and Environmentally-Friendly) Fitness Trend

Get acquainted with plogging, a new way to inspire your employees, stay physically fit and clean up the local environment.<br />

Sierra Sumner

May 28, 2019

Community Development

Oakland A’s Reinventing What Stadiums Mean for Communities

The Oakland A's want to build a new ballpark that will be integrated into the local community - not the typical project usually imposed on a neighborhood.

Leon Kaye

May 27, 2019

Voices for Change

#CiscoChat Live: Making an Impact on Homelessness

Cisco invites you to join its #CiscoChat Live on Thursday, May 30th at 10 am PT to hear directly from Cisco, Destination: Home, and PATH, to share how they are conquering homelessness.

Cisco Corporate Social Responsibility Blog

May 24, 2019

Sustainable Living

Fast-Food Chains Are Under Pressure To Increase Vegan Options

Plant-based food sales are on the rise across the U.S. As mainstream restaurant chains look to get in on this trend, holdouts in the fast-food sector are under increasing pressure to change their tune.

Mary Mazzoni

May 14, 2019

Sustainable Living

'Ugly' Produce Delivery Company Expands Into Packaged Foods

Imperfect Produce, which sells subscription delivery boxes filled with so-called "ugly" fruits and vegetables, is expanding its lineup to include packaged foods that can't be sold in grocery stores and may otherwise go to waste.

Mary Mazzoni

May 13, 2019

Sustainable Living

SC Johnson Says It's Offering More Concentrate Products To Combat Plastic Waste

Family-owned household products company SC Johnson is asking consumers to swap the same products they already use for concentrates that reduce plastic waste. 

Mary Mazzoni

May 13, 2019