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The rise of social metrics in ESG reporting

GreenBiz

For years, companies have focused voluntary social reporting on metrics that are, let’s say, comfortable: government-mandated data, such as occupational health and safety or certain hiring metrics, that has been measured and managed for years. For instance, Unilever’s inaugural Human Rights report, published in accordance with the U.N.

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What role does ESG play in the 'new normal'?

GreenBiz

In recent weeks and months, as many of us have "sheltered in place" in the face of a global pandemic, each of us has come to grips with a valuable reminder of what’s truly important: family, friends and colleagues; security and safety; food and water; healthcare. By comparison, everything else seems small and suddenly insignificant.

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Using urban forestry to fight for environmental justice

GreenBiz

To better support the health of these communities, Berckes’ organization employs local teenagers to plant and care for trees. The term "urban forest" may sound like an oxymoron. When most of us think about forests, we may picture vast expanses of tall trunks and dappled sunlight filtering through the leaves, far from the busyness of the city.

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Where are they now? Catch up with 30 Under 30 alumni

GreenBiz

One final note: Be sure to check the end of this article for quick job updates from others who responded to our outreach but chose not to comment on the two questions. We as human beings and our planet are all connected. We as human beings and our planet are all connected. Jessica Artioli Centurião ( 2018 ).

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What business can learn from the human costs of COVID-19

GreenBiz

What business can learn from the human costs of COVID-19. Facing far less risk, people with the luxury of working from home nevertheless have faced new stressors on their mental health, including blurred work-life boundaries, social isolation and ceaseless caregiving. Elsa Wenzel. Mon, 03/01/2021 - 02:00.

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Sustainability Guide for Real Estate: Getting Started

Green Business Bureau

This article will provide tips on how to make your agency greener and capitalize on the upcoming ‘green wave’ in real estate. With sustainability taking the forefront of many company agendas, the real estate industry is due for a seismic shift. How Realtors Impact the Environment. E-waste from outdated and idle electronics.

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What role does ESG play in the ‘new normal’?

AGreenLiving

In recent weeks and months, as many of us have “sheltered in place” in the face of a global pandemic, each of us has come to grips with a valuable reminder of what’s truly important: family, friends and colleagues; security and safety; food and water; healthcare.