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Dow volunteers participate in Braakman Nature Reserve conservation in The Netherlands
A group of enthusiastic Dow employees of the Terneuzen site (The Netherlands) has recently participated in the first Dow nature-volunteers working event in the Braakman nature reserve, adjacent to the site. The activity was part of a new partnership between Dow and Staatsbosbeheer, a Dutch non-profit organization that preserves state-owned nature reserves. This partnership is part of the Dow Terneuzen activities to value and protect nature, contributing to the co-habitation of business and nature… Read more
29 November 2011
Business in the Community, Microsoft, Nuffield, Regus and Vodafone join forces to launch ‘Anywhere Working’ consortium backed by the Department for Transport
UK Transport Minster Norman Baker has announced the formation of the ‘Anywhere Working’ consortium in a speech given in central London yesterday (17 November 2011). The consortium has been formed to help British employers understand the benefits of providing flexible working environments and to enable employees to access the tools that they need to work in a more flexible way. The founding members of the Anywhere Working Consortium have also pledged to educate organisations on the available technologies and resources to support the ability to work away from offices and promote alternatives to travel… Read more
29 November 2011
Nestlé supports interactive Red Cross TEDx event
Nestlé is supporting the first-ever interactive global event by the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).The Technology Entertainment and Design (TED) events feature a small group of speakers who present potentially 'world changing' ideas.Co-hosted by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the TEDx RC² event in Geneva, Switzerland, will discuss some of the world's toughest humanitarian challenges such as natural disasters and the impact of war. Read more (Source: Nestlé)
29 November 2011
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Poland continue to Green Wałbrzych
In October 2011, within the framework of the TMMP Green Wałbrzych project, a solemn opening of renewed "3rd Constitution Square" took place. Revitalization was carried out in September and October by Municipal Public Utilities Management, together with volunteers: students of Secondary School No.1 in Wałbrzych, local citizens and members of Toyota Motor Manufacturing Poland (TMMP) in Wałbrzych. The renovation on the Square included, adding new soil for planting, adding new vegetation, bushes and trees, and installing new benches and chess tables… Read more
29 November 2011
Toyota Motor Industries Poland "Clean up the World"
In October 2011, Toyota Motor Industries Poland Sp z o.o (TMIP) joined in the international campaign "Clean Up the World". Volunteers from the TMIP with family and friends have cleaned up the wood located in front of the plant and planted four Japanese Cherry trees. The activity, which took place on 22nd of October (Saturday), was attended by over 100 volunteers.TMIP President Mr. Taku Yamamoto, during a short speech, thanked all participants and in a few sentences presented the importance of environmental protection and environmental education… Read more
29 November 2011
BASF further develops its corporate strategy
BASF plans to strengthen its position as the world’s leading chemical company. In its further developed strategy “We create chemistry,” the company outlines how it wants to achieve this. The Innovations from the chemical industry nowadays rarely rely on the development of new chemicals. Instead, new materials and system solutions are created by combining know-how from a variety of disciplines. “Innovations of this kind require a broad portfolio, interdisciplinary cooperation and a deep understanding of our customers’ value chains… Read more
29 November 2011
The European Health Literacy Conference, 22-23 November 2011 in Brussels
With more than 150 participants from more than 20 countries, the European Health Literacy Conference on 22 and 23 November 2011 in the Museum of Natural Sciences in Brussels was a success. Developments and policy impacts of the health literacy survey results, that were launched, were discussed. Speakers included European Commissioner for health John Dalli, several members of the European Parliament (Christofer Fjellner, Karin Kadenbach, Pat the Cope Gallagher and Antoniya Parvanova), as well as speakers from companies , academia and NGOs… Read more
29 November 2011
Diploma of Advanced Studies (DAS) in CSR/sustainability
University of Geneva organises a course geared to participants willing to grasp the practical essentials of CSR and sustainable development. The two main additions to our existing highly popular course (now in its fifth year) are on CSR/sustainability reporting, change management, branding and communication. The course equals 36 ECTS and has 11 teachingmodules of 2.5 days, from January to October 2012.This course is provided in partnership between Geneva Universityand MHC International Ltd. Read more (Source: University of Geneva)
28 November 2011
Volkswagen Group honors best apprentices from all over the world
The Volkswagen Group today presented its “Best Apprentice Award” to its top young achievers from all over the world. The award for outstanding professional competence was conferred on 27 apprentices from twelve countries, and for the first time included young talents from Shanghai- Volkswagen and FAW-Volkswagen in China as well as Volkswagen Motor Polska, Volkswagen Osnabrück and the Transparent Factory in Dresden. The ceremony took place on the occasion of a meeting of the Group Board of Management and the Global Group Works Council in Stuttgart.Read more (Source: Volkswagen)
28 November 2011
ŠKODA engagement for people with disabilities awarded
Award as a „socially worthwhile project of the year 2011“ in conjunction with the prize „The best full responsibility enterprises“ŠKODA has been awarded for its exemplary employment policy for people with disabilities. In conjunction with the prize „The best full responsibility enterprises“ conferred in the Czech Republic the car maker received the award in the category „Socially worthwhile project of the year 2011“. The extensive steps ŠKODA takes to employ people with disabilities are appreciated… Read more
28 November 2011
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