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IBM and NASA’s AI Innovations: Enhancing Weather Forecasting and Climate Resilience

IBM and NASA’s AI Innovations: Enhancing Weather Forecasting and Climate Resilience
12/05/2023 | Companies
IBM has recently unveiled new initiatives that leverage its geospatial AI technologies, including a geospatial foundation model developed in partnership with NASA, to address climate issues. These initiatives include studying urban heat islands in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), reforestation...
Advocacy, AI Technology, Climate Applications, Climate Change, Climate Leadership Council, Climate Resilience, COP28, Environmental Action, Environmental Issues, Geospatial Foundation Model, IBM, IBM Sustainability Accelerator, Kenya, Meteorological Phenomena, Model Training, Model Validation, NASA, Reforestation, Research, Science-Policy-Business Forum, Super-Resolution Downscaling, United Nations Environment Programme, Urban Heat Islands, Vulnerable Communities, Water Sustainability, Weather Forecasting, Wildfire Conditions

Climate Change: Its Impact on Mental Health and Cancer Risk

Climate Change: Its Impact on Mental Health and Cancer Risk
11/16/2023 | Environment
The global shift in climate is leading to a perilous increase in sea levels, unpredictable and severe weather patterns, environmental degradation, and as a result, a decline in human health. The influence of climate change on human health is exacerbated by extreme temperatures and air pollution. To...
Air Pollution, Anxiety and Depression, Cancer Risk, Climate Change, Food Supply, Global Warming, Health Impacts, Healthcare Access, Healthy Diet, Heart Disease, Mental Health, Respiratory Illnesses, UV Radiation, Vulnerable Populations, Weather Disasters

Consumer Loyalty to Eco-Friendly Corporations: Insights from a Nationwide Survey

Consumer Loyalty to Eco-Friendly Corporations: Insights from a Nationwide Survey
11/15/2023 | Companies
A recent nationwide survey reveals that a company’s dedication to sustainability initiatives significantly influences consumer purchasing choices. The survey, conducted online by The Harris Poll for the Arbor Day Foundation, found that 71% of U.S. adults are more loyal to companies that actively...
Carbon Emissions, Climate Change, Community Engagement, Consumer Behavior, Corporate Responsibility, Environmental Values, Green Initiatives, Nationwide Survey, Sustainability

Arboredo Project: A Million Trees for Brazil’s Atlantic Rainforest

Arboredo Project: A Million Trees for Brazil’s Atlantic Rainforest
11/13/2023 | Environment
The Arbor Day Foundation and Forest Trends are set to broaden their collaboration through a new venture, the Arboredo Project. This initiative aims to bolster the livelihoods of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs) and plant an additional one million trees in Brazil’s Atlantic...
Agroforestry Systems, Arbor Day Foundation, Arboredo Project, Atlantic Rainforest, Biodiversity, Brazil, Carbon Storage, Climate Change, Family Farmers, Food Security, Forest Trends, Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities, IPLCs, Native Species, Reforestation

HGA’s Commitment to Sustainability, Equity, and Community Action in the AEC Industry

HGA’s Commitment to Sustainability, Equity, and Community Action in the AEC Industry
11/03/2023 | Companies
HGA, a renowned multidisciplinary design firm, acknowledges its crucial role in tackling climate change, promoting fairness, and enhancing communities. The firm is committed to creating a lasting, positive impact through its designs. HGA’s strategic plan clearly outlines that their concept of...
Action and Accountability, AEC Industry, Architecture, Built Environment, Charitable Giving, Climate Change, Collaboration, Community Action, Community Partnerships, Construction, Corporate Culture, Diverse Careers, Educational Institutions, Engineering, Equity, HGA, Public Commitments, Social Inequities, Sustainability, Transparency

Viatris Inc. Recognized in 3BL’s 100 Best Corporate Citizens Ranking for ESG Efforts

Viatris Inc. Recognized in 3BL’s 100 Best Corporate Citizens Ranking for ESG Efforts
11/02/2023 | Companies
Viatris Inc., a worldwide healthcare firm, has been recognized in the 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking by 3BL, a platform that highlights the ESG (environmental, social, and governance) efforts of top companies and non-profit organizations. This ranking acknowledges exceptional ESG transparency...
100 Best Corporate Citizens, 3BL, Climate Change, Corporate Governance, Employee Relations, ESG Performance, ESG Transparency, Human Rights, Responsible Operations, Stakeholders and Society, Sustainable Access to Medicine, Viatris Inc.

Climate Change and Modern Slavery: Investor Insights from Case Studies

Climate Change and Modern Slavery: Investor Insights from Case Studies
10/30/2023 | Companies
The report titled “Bridging ESG Silos: The Intersection of Climate Change and Modern Slavery” by Walk Free and AllianceBernstein aims to guide investors in comprehending and responding to the interconnections between significant risks associated with climate change, the shift to renewable energy,...
Artisanal Mining, Case Studies, Climate Change, Cobalt, Due Diligence, Investor Insights, Labor Considerations, Modern Slavery, OECD Guidance, Physical Risks, Responsible Sourcing, Supplier Code of Conduct, Supply Chains, Transition Risks

Illumina Tops Climate Category in 2023 100 Best Corporate Citizens List

Illumina Tops Climate Category in 2023 100 Best Corporate Citizens List
10/23/2023 | Companies
Illumina has earned a spot on the 2023 100 Best Corporate Citizens list by 3BL Media, which acknowledges exceptional environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance among the top 1,000 U.S. public companies. Illumina secured the #21 position overall, #4 in the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology...
2023 100 Best Corporate Citizens, 3BL Media, and Governance (ESG), Biotechnology & Life Sciences, Carbon Neutral, Climate Action, Climate Change, Climate Impact Reduction, Environmental, Environmental Stewardship, Greenhouse Gas Reduction, Illumina, NovaSeq X Series, Pharmaceuticals, Renewable Energy, Social, Social Impact, Sustainable Future

Hormel Foods’ Award-Winning Sustainability Efforts: 100% Renewable Electricity and Reduced Emissions

Hormel Foods’ Award-Winning Sustainability Efforts: 100% Renewable Electricity and Reduced Emissions
10/11/2023 | Companies
Hormel Foods Corporation, a global food company listed in the Fortune 500 and recognized for its dedication to sustainability, recently received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its goals to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The company has pledged to decrease...
Awards, Center for Resource Solutions, Climate Change, Energy Conservation, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Protection Agency, Greenhouse Gas Reduction, Hormel Foods, Manufacturing Excellence, Paris Climate Agreement, Power-Purchase Agreements, Processing Plant, ProFood World, Renewable Electricity, Sustainability, Water Conservation

Climate Commitments Hub: Benchmarking and Enhancing Climate Performance in Agriculture

Climate Commitments Hub: Benchmarking and Enhancing Climate Performance in Agriculture
09/21/2023 | Companies
The Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture, known as Field to Market, has recently published its annual update to the Climate Commitments Hub. This update showcases the specific and ambitious pledges made by its members, indicating an increase in climate commitments across various sectors of Field to...
Accountability, Agriculture Sector, Benchmarking, Climate Change, Climate Commitments Hub, Climate Performance, Field to Market, Sustainable Agriculture, Transparency

Exploring Climate Week NYC: A Series on Corporate Sustainability with Paul Dickinson

Exploring Climate Week NYC: A Series on Corporate Sustainability with Paul Dickinson
09/11/2023 | Companies
As Climate Week NYC is fast approaching, it’s the perfect opportunity to re-engage with Paul Dickinson, the co-founder of Climate Week, an advisor for Workiva ESG, and the founder and chair of CDP. Paul will be in conversation with Mandi McReynolds for a four-week series that delves into Climate...
CDP, Climate Change, Climate Week NYC, Corporate Sustainability, Mandi McReynolds, Paul Dickinson, Workiva ESG

US Banks’ Climate Commitments Inconsistent with Lobbying Practices: Ceres Report

US Banks’ Climate Commitments Inconsistent with Lobbying Practices: Ceres Report
09/04/2023 | Companies
A recent study of 13 major banks in the United States found that there is a significant discrepancy between the banks’ public commitments to combat climate change and their lobbying activities. The Responsible Policy Engagement Benchmarking for Banks report indicates that while banks have publicly...
Banks, Ceres Accelerator, Climate Change, Climate Finance, Climate Investment, Climate Policy, Climate Risk, Climate Science, Climate-Related Risk Management, Decarbonized Economy, Disclosure, Emissions Reduction, Governance, Inflation Reduction Act, Lobbying, Net Zero Emissions, Paris Agreement, Responsible Policy Engagement, S&P 100 Companies, Sustainable Capital Markets

Empowering Climate Solutions with the Climate Finance Tracker

Empowering Climate Solutions with the Climate Finance Tracker
09/01/2023 | Companies
Climate change is a problem that cannot be solved by one individual or organization alone. It requires a collaborative approach and a holistic view of the solutions landscape. The Climate Finance Tracker (CFT) is a tool developed by Vibrant Data Labs (VDL) to visualize climate funding flows and...
Climate Change, Climate Finance Tracker, Climate Funding, Climate Solutions, Collaboration, Community Engagement, Data Science, Ecology, Eric Berlow, Funding Gaps, Investment Data, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Network Theory, Philanthropy, Regenerative Agriculture, Renewable Energy, Social Equity, Transparency, Vibrant Data Labs

7 Business Strategies for a Nature-Positive Future

7 Business Strategies for a Nature-Positive Future
08/16/2023 | Citizenship
The loss of biodiversity poses a significant threat to businesses, particularly those in industries such as mining, oil and gas, forestry, agriculture, fishing, and tourism. These industries are exposed to nature-related risks totaling nearly $1.9 trillion, according to Moody’s Investors Service....
Biodiversity, Business, Carbon Offsets, Climate Change, Conservation, Cultured Meat, Environment, Greening, Innovation, Investment, Nature, Nature Positive, Organic, Philanthropy, Precision Fermentation, Regenerative Agriculture, Restoration, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Transformation

Lenovo’s smarter technology is transforming millet farming in India’s Kanthalloor

Lenovo’s smarter technology is transforming millet farming in India’s Kanthalloor
08/08/2023 | Companies
In the scenic Kanthalloor village in Kerala, surrounded by the foggy Western Ghats, a remarkable change is happening in its agricultural landscape. This change is driven by technology, with the recent inauguration of the Lenovo Digital Center for Kanthalloor Millets – a state-of-the-art...
Agriculture, Bio-fertilizers, Climate Change, CO2 Offset Service, Digital Center, Digital Divide, Farming Practices, Kanthalloor, Kerala, Lenovo, Market Linkages, Millet, Motorola Edge, Sustainability, Technology, Western Ghats, Work For Humankind

IMSA's STEM Program and PROMISE Initiative attract talented students from diverse backgrounds to solve global challenges

IMSA's STEM Program and PROMISE Initiative attract talented students from diverse backgrounds to solve global challenges
04/24/2023 | Companies
According to the United Nations, a significant portion of crops, equivalent to 56 million tons, are lost globally between harvest and retail, resulting in the wastage of energy, fresh water, and land resources. However, a high school junior from Aurora, Illinois, may have a solution to address this...
Agriculture, Climate Change, Crop Wastage, Data Analytics, Digital Transformation, Diversity, Enbridge, Energy Crisis, Fueling Futures, International Conflicts, Racial Injustices, STEM Education, Sustainability, Sustainable Development Goals, Terraclu, World Hunger

Brands Target Specific Climate Solution In Formal Coalition

Brands Target Specific Climate Solution In Formal Coalition
01/07/2022 | Environment
The world of corporates recognises teamwork to be the way to provide “faster solutions” to the problem wherein even competitors come onboard with the same goal in mind. So what’s new this time? Dailycsr.com – 07 January 2022 – During the summer of 2021, the world witnessed “record-breaking heat”,...
Climate Change, Climate Solutions, Coalition, Environment, Global Temperature, Global Warming, Porter Novelli

43 More Asset Managers Join The ‘Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative’

43 More Asset Managers Join The ‘Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative’
03/29/2021 | Environment
The signatories have also set forth “interim targets for 2030” and they are to submit their target “within a year of joining the initiative”. Dailycsr.com – 29 March 2021 – On March 29, 2021, asset managers who hold more than “$22.8 trillion of assets under management”, AUM, revealed that they have...
2030, 2050, Asset Managers, Assets Under Management, AUM, Ceres, Climate Change, Commitment, Environment, Global Warming, Interim Goal, Net Zero Emissions Goals, New Signatories, Transparency

Owens Corning Features In EPA’s ‘National Top 100 List’ Of ‘Green Power Users’

Owens Corning Features In EPA’s ‘National Top 100 List’ Of ‘Green Power Users’
02/25/2021 | Companies
Owen Corning has made a choice of green power for advancing the “voluntary market for green power” besides developing “those sources”. Dailycsr.com – 25 February 2021 – Owens Corning has made its debutant place on EPA’s “National Top 100 List” for the “largest green power users” at 16th rank....
Awards, Climate Change, EPA, Green Power Leadership, Owens Corning, Ratings, Renewable Energy, Sustainability

Crown Is The First Beverage Can Manufacturer To Use Renewable Energy In All Its Units

Crown Is The First Beverage Can Manufacturer To Use Renewable Energy In All Its Units
11/29/2020 | Companies
Crown is running “27.5%” of its global operations on renewable energy. Dailycsr.com – 29 November 2020 – Now Crown Holdings, Inc. is running all its fourteen Canada and U.S based beverage can plants on renewable energy, whereby becoming the “first metal packaging manufacturer” to arrive at the said...
Alternative Energy, Beverage Plant, Canada, Carbon Emission, Climate Change, Crown, Environment, Green Energy, Metal Packaging Manufacturer, Renewable Energy, Sustainability, the U.K., the U.S.

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