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L'entreprenariat social au chevet des plus démunis Mar 26, 2011

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Près d'un milliard d'habitants dans le monde n'ont actuellement pas accès à de l'eau potable. C'est dans ce contexte que Veolia Eau, dont la mission consiste à acheminer de l'eau aux consommateurs, s'est intéressé au Bangladesh, pays gravement touché par la contamination des eaux et nappes phréatiques par l'arsenic. Eric Lesueur, Directeur de projet de Veolia Environnement, retrace la genèse du partenariat signé en 2008 avec Grameen Bank, organisme créé et dirigé par Muhammad Yunus, Prix Nobel de la Paix 2006. Il relate le lancement et la stratégie de l'entreprise sociale Grameen Veolia Water Ltd dont l'objectif est d'approvisionner le maximum d'habitants des zones rurales en eau potable. Questionné par l'économiste Jean-Pierre Ponssard sur l'avancement du projet et son évolution, Eric Lesueur expose les stratégies déployées localement et fait part de la motivation de Veolia dans cette entreprise : « donner pour développer ».

Eric Lesueur est le Directeur de projet Veolia Environnement. Ingénieur de l'Ecole Polytechnique (1977) et Président Directeur Général de 2EI.

Il a mis en place le système de management environnemental du groupe Veolia Environnement en tant que directeur adjoint de la Recherche et du Développement. Il a notamment dirigé un bureau d'études spécialisé en valorisation des déchets ménagers. Depuis 3 ans, il développe le métier de l'aménagement urbain durable au sein de Veolia Environnement.

La division Eau de Veolia Environnement est le premier opérateur mondial des services de l'eau. Spécialiste de la gestion déléguée des services d'eau et d'assainissement pour le compte de collectivités locales ou d'entreprises industrielles et tertiaires, elle est aussi l'un des premiers concepteurs mondiaux de solutions technologiques et de construction d'ouvrages nécessaires à l'exercice des services de l'eau. Veolia Eau emploie 93 433 collaborateurs dans 64 pays et dessert dans le monde 78 millions de personnes en eau potable et 53 millions en assainissement. Elle a réalisé pour l'année 2008 un chiffre d'affaires de 12,6 milliards d'euros.

https://ssir.org/podcasts/entry/lentreprenariat_social_au_chevet_des_plus_demunis

Jonathan Reckford The Power of Leadership in Social Enterprise Mar 14, 2011

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Great social enterprise takes great leadership. In this university podcast, Habitat for Humanity's Jonathan Reckford talks about what makes an exceptional leader. He discusses his career journey, his own sources of inspiration, and the principles behind his views on managing organizations well. What are the core tenets of leadership? What does a good leader need be successful? Reckford also discusses the work and future goals of Habitat for Humanity, an organization that has helped thousands of low-income families around the world find new hope in the form of affordable housing. He spoke to MBA students at the Stanford Graduate School of Business.

https://ssir.org/podcasts/entry/jonathan_reckford_the_power_of_leadership_in_social_enterprise

Corporate Social Responsibility in Supply Chains Mar 08, 2011

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Nike has taken the call for corporate social responsibility seriously, particularly when it comes to working with suppliers. In this university podcast, Nike's director of global logistics, Dawn Vance, talks about the company's journey to integrate sustainability into the supply chain from design through delivery to the retail marketplace. She discusses collaborative models with factory partners, logistics providers, stakeholders, and industry conditions, as well as the organization's work on business models that will be responsible for the fate of products from cradle to grave. Vance spoke at the fourth annual Socially and Environmentally Responsible Supply Chain Conference convened by the Global Supply Chain Management Forum and the Center for Social Innovation, both departments of the Stanford Graduate School of Business.

https://ssir.org/podcasts/entry/dawn_vance_corporate_social_responsibility_in_supply_chains

Environmental Sustainability in Supply Chains Mar 04, 2011

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Embedding environmental sustainability into the very way a company is designed and operated is the wave of the future. Natura Cosmetics Brasil has incorporated ingredients from the rainforest into its product lines, which has meant establishing close ties with the indigenous peoples living there and "giving back" to support the development of their communities. In this university podcast, Joao Paulo Ferreira, VP of operations and logistics, discusses the specifics of managing the supply chain from the forest all the way to the end consumer, discussing research, and collaborations with communities, NGOs, universities, other industries, and governments. Ferreira spoke at the fourth annual Socially and Environmentally Responsible Supply Chain Conference convened by the Global Supply Chain Management Forum and Center for Social Innovation both departments of the Stanford Graduate School of Business.

https://ssir.org/podcasts/entry/joao_paulo_ferreira_environmental_sustainability_in_supply_chains

Innovations in Global Health Mar 03, 2011

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Undernutrition is a widespread problem that needs to be addressed with sustainable solutions. Daily diets require small amounts of the micronutrients iodine and iron to boost mental and physical development. Recognizing salt as a staple in diets, Venkatesh Mannar, overcame the technical and chemical challenges and pioneered a viable solution: double fortified salt (DFS). Protecting people from iodine deficiency disorders and anaemia, the use of DFS has been implemented as a public health prevention strategy worldwide. In this audio interview, Stanford Center for Social Innovation correspondent Sheela Sethuraman talks with Mannar, 2010 Tech Award winner in Health, as he discusses the large-scale social impact double fortified salt has brought to improving health and nutrition.

https://ssir.org/podcasts/entry/venkatesh_mannar_innovations_in_global_health

Sustainability Opportunities in Global Supply Chains Mar 01, 2011

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The global shift towards outsourcing and offshoring have posed new challenges and opportunities for retailers and suppliers. Taking into consideration "capable suppliers", companies are able to exert their leverage in sustainability by adding social and environmental criteria when considering their sourcing options. Host Jerry Michalski of the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is joined by Andrew Hutson of EDF's Corporate Partnerships Program and Gary Gereffi of Duke University's Center on Globalization, Governance & Competitiveness, in a conversation about the broad trends in global supply chains and their ongoing work with sustainable development. The Future of Green open call series is an initiative of EDF in collaboration with the Center for Social Innovation at the Stanford Graduate School of Business.

https://ssir.org/podcasts/entry/andrew_hutson_gary_gereffi_sustainability_opportunities_in_global_supply_ch

When Corporate Responsibility Means Going Local Feb 24, 2011

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McDonald's corporate social responsibility efforts have traveled all the way to India. In this university podcast, Abhijit Upadhye, an executive with the company's Indian enterprise, details the ordeal to set up a supply chain that could meet the corporation's stringent quality and food safety standards while also appealing to the mostly vegetarian population. He outlines how McIndia has endeavored to respect local culture, develop local partners, and identify local sources in bringing the famous fries and other Micky D favorites to millions on the subcontinent, while also forging some infrastructural and culinary innovations. Upadhye spoke at the fourth annual Socially and Environmentally Responsible Supply Chain Conference hosted in partnership by the Stanford Global Supply Chain Management Forumand the Center for Social Innovation at the Stanford Graduate School of Business.

https://ssir.org/podcasts/entry/abhijit_upadhye_when_corporate_responsibility_means_going_local

New Sustainable Business Models Feb 23, 2011

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Zipcar and Method are known for their radical approaches to redesigning consumer products and services for the next generation. As the largest car-sharing company in the world, Zipcar has transformed the way we get from here to there. Method, one of the fastest-growing companies in America, has challenged the consumer packaged goods industry with a home care product line that offers consumers the greener option. In this audio interview, host Jerry Michalski of the EDF speaks with founders Robin Chase (Zipcar) and Adam Lowry (Method) on how they brought newer, greener ideas to market with successful return for their businesses. The Future of Green open call series is an initiative of EDF in collaboration with the Center for Social Innovation at the Stanford Graduate School of Business.

https://ssir.org/podcasts/entry/robin_chase_and_adam_lowry_-_the_future_of_green_open_call_series

Sustainability: Can Corporations Really Change? Feb 18, 2011

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Leaders in sustainability, like Levi's and Diversey, maintain a heritage of environmental consciousness in their business operations. In this audio interview, host Neal Gorenflo publisher of Sharable.net is joined by Maurice Bechard, director of Global Environment Health & Safety at Diversey and Michael Kobori, vice president of Levi Strauss & Co., who share their insight on how corporations can adapt to support sustainable outcomes and raise the bar within their industry. These companies are mindful of the true environmental impact of their products, and consider its life cycle — from sustainable raw materials to the end consumer use. The Future of Green open call series is an initiative of EDF in collaboration with the Center for Social Innovation at the Stanford Graduate School of Business.

https://ssir.org/podcasts/entry/sustainability_can_corporations_really_change

Social Enterprise in Food Supply Chains Feb 17, 2011

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Social enterprise is often strengthened by cross-sector collaboration. In this university podcast, panelists talk about how two organizations have turned the "buy local" motto into an evolving partnership that is making NGO and corporate cooperation in the supply chain arena work for both parties. Executive Director Diane Del Signore shares how Community Alliance with Family Farmers advocates for California farmers, helps them to become more organic, and finds markets for their food. VP Maisie Greenwalt explains how Bon Appétit Management Company buys that produce for use in its catering operations serving institutional settings. The panel was part of the fourth annual Socially and Environmentally Responsible Supply Chain Conference hosted by the Global Supply Chain Management Forum and the Center for Social Innovation at the Stanford Graduate School of Business.

https://ssir.org/podcasts/entry/social_enterprise_in_food_supply_chains

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