Month: March 2025

New study reveals link between workaholism and organisational harm

Stuart Mitchell

The hidden ethical costs of workaholism have been highlighted in a recent study led by Aston University and University of Leipzig scholars. Workaholism is an inner pressure to working, that provides a sense of fulfilment but can lead to physical and psychological problems, relationship issues and burnout. The study, published in the Journal of Organizational Behavior, showed that it can interfere with moral self-regulation and subsequent ethical behaviour, particularly in organisations that prioritise bottom-line results and self-interest. An international team of researchers, led by Professor Roberta Fida (Aston University) and…

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Former CIPR President Named Among Top 100 Women in Westminster 2025

Stuart Mitchell

Rachael Clamp, former President of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) and founder and director of Ardesey Ltd., has been recognised as one of the Top 100 Women in Westminster for 2025 for her efforts campaigning for ethical lobbying, empowering young people in politics, and championing gender diversity in the defence sector.  A former chair of the CIPR’s Public Affairs Group, Rachael has spent her career advocating for integrity and transparency in lobbying, ensuring that decision-making processes are open, accountable, and reflective of the public interest. Her work has…

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AMD and Rise Against Hunger Tackle Food Insecurity

Stuart Mitchell

AMD is known for technologies that help make our world a better place. Beyond advancing technology, as a company, we are committed to advancing communities through corporate philanthropy and employee volunteerism. The Hunger Crisis For more than 40 years, AMD employees have been giving back to their communities, routinely volunteering and raising money for efforts across a broad range of issues. In collaboration with local food banks, AMD employees are helping provide basic needs like nutritious food in communities around the globe. Due to the pandemic, the world saw hunger…

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Arbor Day Foundation Invests in New Technology to Make Trees Grow Faster

Stuart Mitchell

The Arbor Day Foundation is investing in technology to help trees grow faster. This investment aims to draw millions of tons CO2 out of the atmosphere over the next decade, while restoring microbial biodiversity to thousands of acres of forests.  The global tree planting nonprofit’s Impact Fund, created to drive innovation in nature-based solutions, is supporting Funga PBC. The startup utilizes DNA sequencing and advanced data analysis to identify growth-promoting, native fungal communities that used to be present and have been degraded over time by land management practices and other factors.…

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New product directory gives clear access to carbon reduction claims from leading brands

Stuart Mitchell

An online directory of products bearing the Carbon Trust label has been launched recently, making it easier than ever for climate-conscious consumers to access verified evidence on carbon reduction claims made by leading brands. Through the new online directory, consumers can now find additional information about the claims made on-pack with the Carbon Trust label. These labels have been helping to inform consumers about the emissions created by the products they are purchasing since they were launched in 2007. Nescafé, Dyson and San Pellegrino are among the first brands to…

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