Written by Julianne Hatcher, Environmental Sustainability/International Studies, Class of 2024 Each fall, Professor Kelly Eskew hosts a poverty simulation to help students better comprehend the realities of poverty for American families. I was a part of this educational demonstration during my time in Professor Eskew’s Business and Poverty Alleviation course. Our class had been exploring… Read more »
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Reflecting on IESS’s Dynamic Year of 2023
As 2023 concludes, we at the Institute for Environmental and Social Sustainability (IESS) at the Kelley School of Business reflect on our inaugural year, a period brimming with vibrant activities, engaging discussions, and distinguished speakers, all centered around our commitment to environmental and social sustainability. A Promising Beginning IESS’s establishment, aligning with Earth Week 2023,… Read more »
Focused Field Fusion: Faculty and Industry Partners Discuss The Environment, Energy, and Entrepreneurship
On October 30, 2023, the Institute for Environmental and Social Sustainability (IESS) successfully hosted the “Focused Fields Workshop on the Environment, Energy, and Entrepreneurship.” This pivotal event brought together a diverse blend of expertise from academia and industry, fostering a multifaceted dialogue on crucial topics surrounding energy and natural resources. The workshop featured an impressive… Read more »
Revolutionizing Sustainability: 2nd Annual Symposium on Environmental and Social Sustainability in Supply Chains
Written by Iman Attari, doctoral student at the Kelley School of Business On October 14, 2023, the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University and the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University collaborated to host the 2nd Annual Symposium on Environmental and Social Sustainability in Supply Chains. Following the success of… Read more »
The 2nd Annual “Innovations to Tackle Global Sustainability Challenges” Conference
Written by Stephanie Wang As one of the Program Co-Chairs for the 2nd Annual “Innovations to Tackle Global Sustainability Challenges” Conference, I am brimming with pride as I reflect on our extraordinary journey from September 14 to 16, 2023. Let me take you on a tour of our program—a carefully designed program aimed at nurturing… Read more »
Building Bridges Toward Peace: Harnessing Cultural Artifacts
Peace is a universal aspiration, yet seemingly elusive in a world that appears more polarized over time. As global citizens striving for a peaceful future, we have articulated our aspiration in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Goal 16 emphasizes peace, justice, and strong institutions. Professor Tim Fort, in his enlightening vlog series, introduces a… Read more »
The Unseen Aspects of Product Recalls: A Deep Dive into Influential Factors
In an era where high-quality and safe products are a core pillar of corporate social responsibility, the proliferation of product recalls across a wide range of industries, including medical devices, automobiles, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products, points to an urgent need to understand the underlying causes, managerial decision-making processes, and societal impacts associated with these recalls…. Read more »
How do Banks Respond to Climate Change Regulations?
In an insightful study, Ivan Ivanov, Mathias Kruttli, and Sumudu Watugala delve into the financial risks brought on by carbon pricing and the shift to a low-carbon economy. These risks impact greenhouse gas-emitting firms and their lenders, prompting critical questions about financial stability. The study zeroes in on major U.S. climate change policies, notably the… Read more »
Driving Sales with Genuine CSR Efforts
In her recent research, Professor Dionne Nickerson dives deep into how consumers are more likely to engage with brands making genuine efforts to rectify past environmental or social harm. The study reveals that corrective and compensating actions by businesses, designed to address their specific harmful practices, can boost sales significantly. Corrective actions – concrete operational… Read more »
Innovative Nudging to Boost Flu Vaccination
In today’s interconnected world, our individual health decisions have a significant impact on the fabric of society. Professors Helen Colby and Meng Li shed light on this topic in their enlightening article. They delve into a specific example: the annual decision to get the flu shot. Contrary to what one might expect, presenting logical facts… Read more »