Corporate Social Responsibility

According to the just released results of IBM’s second annual global corporate social responsibility of senior business executives, CSR still remains a priority. The problem is their ability to attain it. Nearly all of the 224… Continued

For decades, investors have jumped on the bandwagon about how consumers can use their dollars responsibly. It’s called investing in Ethical Funds (ie. ensuring your money is invested only in socially responsible and Earth-friendly companies).… Continued

At no other moment in history has the awareness and demand of “green” been greater for both companies and consumers.  Consumers are concerned about unpredictable prices at the gas pump, increasing energy bills, questions about… Continued

And while we’re at it, let’s not talk about climate change, environmentalism or being socially responsible. Instead, let’s talk about efficiency and reflecting the true cost of our lifestyle choices in our product prices. This… Continued

Times are tough and budgets are tight. Companies need to think about sticking to their knitting and getting back to fundamentals. This is no time to be thinking of corporate social responsibility, right? Not so… Continued

When looking to launch your own employee relations campaign around a CSR initiative, don’t overlook the following key components, as identified and described by Beth Courtier, head of BT’s Charity Program, and Joanna Sheehy, project… Continued

There are all sorts of excuses—mainly myths—to avoid implementing CSR initiatives: Myth # 1 – CSR will hurt your bottom line. Truth – CSR will help save money and save the environment. In 2002 Xerox’s waste… Continued

According to a new study released by the Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) and Deloitte, fifty-four percent of shoppers demonstrated that they actively consider environmental sustainability characteristics in their buying decisions. But while shoppers are often… Continued

In this turbulent economic climate, environmentally friendly products may have the best prospects for success. The 2009 Cone Consumer Environmental Study indicates that despite the recession, only 8% of Americans consider themselves any less likely… Continued

Employers continue to seek new and innovative ways to help their employees be happier and more productive. Of universal concern in large metropolitan centres throughout North America today are the economic, environmental, and social impacts… Continued