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CSRwire Talkback is where thought leaders and socially conscious readers meet to discuss today's most pressing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) issues. Talkback focuses on two main areas: CSR (business ethics, shareholder activism, corporate governance and public policy) and Sustainability (green living, human rights, the environment and social enterprise). Join the conversation and share your thoughts on Talkback!

Why Systemic Decision Making Matters By Guest Contributors

Posted: Mar 12, 2014 – 09:45 AM EST
Tackling complexity means adopting a systematic approach to decision-making. By Dr. Gilbert Probst and Dr. Andrea M. Bassi begin a new series on Tackling Complexity on Talkback.
The Civic 50: Measuring Impact and Beyond By Guest Contributors

Posted: Mar 12, 2014 – 09:00 AM EST
The Civic 50 identifies the top 50 community-minded S&P 500 corporations that best improve the communities where they do business. Jackie Norris explains this year's results on Talkback.
Dear Fracking Industry: It's Time for a New Story By Guest Contributors

Posted: Mar 11, 2014 – 09:45 AM EST
If the fracking industry really hopes to regain its social license to operate, there are a few things you might consider doing differently. On the eve of the next major fracking protest, Future 500's Kellen Klein writes an open letter to the industry on Talkback.
Answering the Need: Driven by Demand, Social Enterprises Find Prosperity By Guest Contributors

Posted: Mar 11, 2014 – 09:00 AM EST
From ambitious MBA to experienced social enterprise consultant, Sarah Hidey knows how to get startups going. On Talkback.
Saltwater Agriculture: A New Look at Water By Hazel Henderson

Posted: Mar 10, 2014 – 09:45 AM EST
Saltwater could become the next big thing for agriculture. Hazel Henderson reports on Talkback.
Conservation Organizations: Time to Align Financial Portfolio Goals with Their Conservation Mission? By Guest Contributors

Posted: Mar 10, 2014 – 09:00 AM EST
As shareholder resolutions to divest from fossil fuel companies continue to grow, Onnie Byers recommends specialist groups like conservation organizations also begin to explore this route. On Talkback.
The Shark That Ate Our Future By John Elkington

Posted: Mar 07, 2014 – 09:45 AM EST
Corporate culture is gobbling up our future, but business schools could hold a solution. John Elkington explores the issue on Talkback.
Corporate Legitimacy & Doubling Down on Materiality: Prove It or Lose It? By Guest Contributors

Posted: Mar 07, 2014 – 09:00 AM EST
Is it time to prove materiality is a worthwhile activity or lose it from our vocabulary entirely? Dwayne Baraka reports on Talkback.
#WhyProbono: What is the Secret to Catalyzing Growth in Emerging Markets? By Aman Singh

Posted: Mar 06, 2014 – 09:45 AM EST
In partnership with PYXERA Global, we rounded up a panel of leaders from Dow Chemical, SAP, Merck, GSK, EY and author Alice Korngold to discuss. Among the questions: What challenges do volunteers face in these new markets? How do they measure impact + ROI? And is private sector investment truly growing these markets?
Sustainability Advisory Councils: Growing Your Bottom Line, Solving Global Issues By Alice Korngold

Posted: Mar 06, 2014 – 09:00 AM EST
Enhance your bottom line with a Sustainability Advisory Council. Alice Korngold tells how in this A Better World, Inc. installment on Talkback.