Top Story of the Week Activism & Impact: Stay Tuned to These Issues in 2013
(Monday - January 07, 2013) Associated Profiles : Governance & Accountability Institute, Inc.
Source: Hank Boerner, Chairman of the Governance & Accountability Institute - Trajectory – a path a "body" (such as a comet or bullet) follows, moving under a given force, says the Oxford Dictionary. Think of the "body" as an issue – steadily building, resonating with more like-minded people, gaining... ESG / Sustainability Big business and sustainability: the missing links
(Thursday - January 10, 2013) Associated Profiles : Jantzi-Sustainalytics, Sustainalytics
Source: The Guardian - A Ceres Sustainalytics evaluation of 600 large, US companies earlier this year found that only one third had set time-bound greenhouse gas reduction targets. Water fared even worse. Among four water-intensive... What will sustainability look like in 2013?
(Monday - January 07, 2013)
Source: Greenbiz.com - As 2012 comes to a close, GreenBiz asked executives from a range of companies and organizations to reflect on the past year and look at what lies ahead. 'Horrible' sea level rise of more than 3 feet plausible by 2100, experts say
(Monday - January 07, 2013) Associated Profiles : Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change(IPCC)
Source: MSN Canada News - The estimates are higher than the controversial figures in the 2007 report  from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) of up to 23 inches (59 centimeters) and higher than... Water: what were the top five stories from 2012'
(Friday - January 04, 2013) Associated Profiles : World Water Week
Source: The Guardian - World Water Week was particularly big for the hub and we compiled a list of top tweeters on water sustainability. Here we look at the five most popular pieces that have featured on the water hub in... 'Fiscal cliff' deal: What will it mean for you?
(Thursday - January 03, 2013)
Source: Christian Science Monitor - Some aspects of the fiscal cliff deal are well-known – such as rising tax rates on the rich. But, actually, everyone will be paying more taxes. Here's a look at the deal's details. Sovereign Wealth Funds Top 10 Sovereign Wealth Funds
(Wednesday - January 09, 2013) Associated Profiles : Abu Dhabi Investment Authority
Source: Stockhouse - Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, UAE ($627 billion) Established in 1976, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) currently handles an estimated $627 billion worth of funds... Canadian Pension Plan's investments see 'explosive' growth
(Monday - January 07, 2013) Associated Profiles : Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec
Source: MSN Canada News - Residents of Quebec are paid through a separate pension, the QPP, which is Canada's second largest pension fund and is managed by Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec... Polls and stat - Sovereign wealth funds
(Monday - January 07, 2013) Associated Profiles : Kuwait Investment Authority
Source: opalesque.com - The first-ever SWF was the Kuwait Investment Authority, created in 1953 from oil revenues before Kuwait even gained independence from the United Kingdom; that fund is now worth nearly $300 billion.... US Pension Funds Calif. teachers fund moves to divest from firearms
(Thursday - January 10, 2013) Associated Profiles : California State Teachers' Retirement System
Source: CBS 47 - CalSTRS is invested in private equity firm Cerberus Capital Management, which owns the manufacturer of an assault rifle used in last month's Connecticut school massacre. The pension fund also owns shares of... Faculty push for University to divest in gun companies in wake of Sandy Hook shooting
(Monday - January 07, 2013) Associated Profiles : New York State Common Retirement Fund
Source: Daily Princetonian - The New York State Common Retirement Fund and the New York City Employees Retirement System, which both own stakes in gun manufacturers, have made similar statements. NYCERS holds shares... New LAO report dissects California state employee costs
(Friday - January 04, 2013) Associated Profiles : California State Teachers' Retirement System
Source: Sacramento Bee - So how much does California pay for state employee compensation' What is the state's running tab for retiree benefits' How many get a paycheck from the state' The Legislative Analyst's Office answers all those... Asset Managers Investment in the time of financial cholera
(Wednesday - January 09, 2013) Associated Profiles : MSCI Group (NYSE: MDX)
Source: ABC Online - In 2012, the MSCI All-Country World Index of equities increased 16.9 ... High nominal growth would make existing debt levels more sustainable. Inflation would help reduce debt in real... S&P 500 at 5-year high: How long will bull run?
(Monday - January 07, 2013)
Source: USA Today - Fears of falling off the cliff are gone as the bull market reaches new heights. The question now is how high can stocks go. In a classic example of how fast investors' mood can turn from intense fear to enthusiasm... Dollar Ends First Week of 2013 Higher Versus Euro on Fed Outlook
(Monday - January 07, 2013)
Source: Bloomberg - The dollar closed higher versus the euro in the first week of the year after the Federal Reserve suggested bond-buying operations may end in the middle of 2013 and concern grew the U.S. will struggle to reach a debt accord. | Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Reporting G&A Institute is the Global Reporting
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Watching the Watchers  National Recycling Coalition
Headquarters: Washington, DC
Established: 1978
ESG/Sustainability Focus: Yes, recycling, with a focus on cooperation between business, NGOs, and government.
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Works with affiliated groups in 15 states, plus other recycling industry trade groups. OVERVIEW/MISSION
The National Recycling Coalition states that its mission is "to partner with and facilitate activities between and among non-profit organizations (NGO's), businesses, trade associations, individuals and government to maintain a prosperous and productive American recycling system that is committed to the conservation of natural resources." The vision for NRC links environmental sustainability with waste: "Waste reduction and sound management practices for raw materials in North America lead to an environmentally sustainable economy." News Sweeps
Covanta Energy`s Meg Morris Named Vice President of Materials Management
(Saturday - December 01, 2012) Associated Profiles : National Recycling Coalition
Environmental Expert (press release) - the îNational Recycling Coalitionî, the Go Green Initiative, Inc., the Federation of NY Solid Waste Associations and is the president of MassRecycle. Some environmental stewardship tips for small businesses
(Saturday - November 17, 2012) Associated Profiles : National Recycling Coalition
Pocono Record - Buy recycled Commit to buying recycled materials to run your business. Download your free copy of the "Buy Recycled Guidebook" published by the National Recycling Coalition Inc. Focus On: America Recycles
(Saturday - November 17, 2012) Associated Profiles : National Recycling Coalition
WGRZ TV - This is where you might expect me to overwhelm you with numbers, figures and facts that are supposed to scare or guilt you into recycling because if you don't the world will end. While it's true that there are numerous... |
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