Oxfam welcomes launch of women’s economic empowerment initiative

Oxfam cautiously welcomed the Women’s Global Development and Prosperity Initiative announced by President Trump and Ivanka Trump at the White House today. “It is very promising to see the first ever cross-agency initiative to put women at the center of US assistance, and we’re looking to see how it will be put in practice,” said Aria Grabowski, Senior Policy Advisor for Oxfam America. “We hope that this bold initiative goes beyond this media moment and that it will drive real change for women around the world.” Women’s economic empowerment certainly…

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Carlsberg takes sustainability to consumers and reports steady progress against 2030 targets

The Carlsberg Group’s 2018 Sustainability Report shows steady progress against the targets set out in its sustainability programme, Together Towards ZERO, in a year focused on bringing sustainable innovations to consumers. Launched in 2017, Together Towards ZERO is rooted in Carlsberg’s purpose and forms a part of the company’s SAIL’22 strategy. It consists of four major ambitions: ZERO carbon footprint, ZERO water waste, ZERO irresponsible drinking and a ZERO accidents culture. The programme was developed in partnership with leadings experts, including the Carbon Trust and WWF, and is aligned with…

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Verizon closes on U.S. telecom industry’s first Green Bond to fund environmental initiatives

Verizon Communications Inc. has announced the close of the U.S. telecommunications industry’s first Green Bond. An amount equal to the net proceeds of the $1 billion offering will be used to fund a variety of new and existing green investments made during the two years prior to the issuance of the Green Bond through the maturity of the Green Bond. A majority of the funds are anticipated to be allocated within three years, supporting Verizon’s long-term commitment to minimize its environmental impact, drive operating efficiencies and benefit the communities it…

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‘Spray train’ keeps tracks and taps flowing

An environmentally-friendly herbicide is keeping tracks and taps flowing up and down the country thanks to a partnership between water companies and Network Rail. Eight ‘spray trains’ cover hundreds of miles every night to prevent over-growing plants and weeds – and ice when temperatures drop – from disrupting train services. Thames Water was one of the first water companies to work with Network Rail’s predecessors to ensure the chemicals used did not pollute waterways, which often run parallel to rail lines. The project was first launched in London and the…

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25 Days Out: PRCA Poll Reveals PR Industry Brexit Preferences

With just under 25 days left until the UK is due to leave the EU, a Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) and The Pulse Business poll of public relations agency heads and communication directors has revealed industry preferences on the issue of Brexit. A poll of 361 industry leaders asked a simple question: “Thinking about Brexit, what would be your preferred outcome?”. Responses were as followed: – 5% said ‘The UK exits on WTO terms’ – 9% said ‘Article 50 is extended’ – 18% said ‘The UK exits on…

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