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From Adaptability to AI Literacy: Critical Skills Needed to Succeed in the Digital Labor Revolution
The rise of digital labor, with intelligent AI agents that augment human workforces, is fundamentally reshaping how businesses operate. As a result, jobs are changing — and the skills needed to be successful in those jobs are changing too. With just 15% of workers saying that they have the education and training necessary to use AI effectively — reskilling is more critical and urgent than ever. But what does that look like for employers and employees?
Introducing Career Connect: An Internal Talent Marketplace for Salesforce Employees
The jobs of the future — and the skills required to do those jobs — are changing every day. Recent Slack research shows that only 15% of workers strongly agree that they have the education and training necessary to use AI effectively. Salesforce is committed to being the best place for employees to grow their careers. That means ensuring employees can collect different experiences, skills, networks, and expertise that allow them to thrive in the AI-driven future.
Investing in Our Community's Health & Well-being for a Stronger NM
Commentary: As a proud New Mexican, I've witnessed firsthand the remarkable resilience of our community. I’ve worked for over 20 years as a social worker in southern New Mexico, doing work ranging from early childhood to higher education. I’ve worked with students and families who consistently face struggles to meet their basic needs but who maintain a sense of resiliency.
Salesforce Outlines 7 Opportunities to Deepen Trust in AI in Response to White House Executive Order
It has been a historic week for addressing the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI), with proactive steps to mitigate risk. The White House released an AI Executive Order, marking the most significant action a government has taken on AI to date. In addition, the G7 also agreed this week to a landmark code of conduct, outlining how companies should mitigate risks as they develop advanced AI.
Driving Greater Accountability with New ESG Measures
Editor’s note: This article was originally published on February 10, 2022 and was updated on July 19, 2023. Part of what makes Salesforce an amazing company is our belief that business is the greatest platform for change. Our commitment to equality and sustainability helps us be a better company — and foster more inclusive, equitable, and resilient communities.
‘Driving Systemic Change’: Salesforce Chief Equality Officer on Priorities for the Year Ahead
When she was appointed Salesforce’s chief equality officer, Lori Castillo Martinez set a clear vision: to become the most inclusive workplace. Her first year in the role had its unique challenges with the industry grappling with economic uncertainty. Yet, Lori remains focused on increasing representation and creating a more inclusive culture through equity-focused processes and programs. We sat down with Lori to understand how she’s navigating these challenges and opportunities for the year ahead.
Our 2023 Annual Equality Update: Where We Are and Where We’re Going
Editor’s note: Data is based on 2022 operations for Salesforce (fiscal year February 1, 2022—January 31, 2023) Equality is a part of who we are at Salesforce. Our commitment to equality is embedded across our business and is reflected in the decisions and actions we take as a company. Especially in challenging times, this commitment does not waver.
Salesforce Announces Unrestricted Grants to 10 Black-Led Nonprofits Empowering Youth
Salesforce Catalyst Fund invests in underrepresented leaders and traditionally underfunded nonprofits Nonprofits will leverage funds to advance racial equity through education and economic opportunity Today, in honor of Black History Month, we are announcing 10 new grantees of the Salesforce Catalyst Fund, which provides critical, unrestricted capital to nonprofits led by underrepresented leaders.
Salesforce Products Get More Inclusive with New Gender Identity and Pronoun Data Options
New data fields will help businesses collect and manage customer data more accurately and inclusively Today,Salesforce announced new fields for gender identity and pronoun data in its products. This opt-in enhancement will give organizations more inclusive ways to collect, manage, and utilize data, enabling them to build trust and form deeper connections with their customers.
The Planet Is Suffering: 82% of Global Workers Ready to Help, So What's Stopping Them?
Companies racing to achieve net zero commitments are hitting a roadblock — a lack of qualified applicants for the very jobs that will help them meet their sustainability goals. A global survey conducted by Salesforce, however, reveals a global workforce hungry to get involved in corporate sustainability. This article details these findings and offers insights for how employers can skill up existing workers to close the sustainability talent gap.
Our Quarterly Equality Update: Building a Future That Works for Us All
We are living through another challenging moment in history – from deadly, hate-provoked attacks committed against Asian American, Black, and Latinx communities, to threats to healthcare for women and transgender people. Amid all that we’ve faced over the past several months, we are steadfast in our mission to advance equality and support our employees and communities. We continue to take action to change the systems that perpetuate inequality and hate.
SUCCESS Snapshot: Vote Yes for Kids Doña Ana County
Lori Martinez SUCCESS Snapshot Does anyone pay attention to the back side of the ballot? This election year, flip it over! On Nov. 8, 2022, you have the opportunity to vote on a game-changing measure to increase funds annually for New Mexico childcare providers, early learning programs, and public schools. This opportunity is the result of a fight that took over a decade to reach you, New Mexico’s voters.
Salesforce Appoints Lori Castillo Martinez as Executive Vice President and Chief Equality Officer
Salesforce has named Lori Castillo Martinez Executive Vice President and Chief Equality Officer. In this role she will lead the company’s global equality efforts, including equality strategy and programs. For the past six months, Lori has served as the interim Chief Equality Officer and was previously the head of Global Employee Relations and Equality — a role uniquely designed as a way to accelerate and integrate people and equality initiatives at Salesforce.
Oversight, racial justice and New Mexico education: We have a long way to go
OPINION Lori Martinez, Your view Published 1:54 a.m. MT July 5, 2020 Lori Martinez (Photo: SUCCESS Partnership) A week ago, I sat on a panel for the governor’s Racial Justice Listening Session, where the governor rightly stated that racial justice must be acted on, not merely talked about. I was pretty surprised then, when there was a brief mention, but no discussion whatsoever on the Yazzie-Martinez lawsuit, which addresses some of the clearest racial justice issues in New Mexico.
Oh the places we’ve been, oh the places we’ll go! SUCCESS Summit scheduled for March 2
Lori Martinez, SUCCESS Snapshot Published 8:23 a.m. MT Feb. 22, 2020 Lori Martinez (Photo: SUCCESS Partnership) LAS CRUCES - How many times have we heard people say our kids can’t thrive in Southern New Mexico? How often do we hear stories about our kids leaving Doña Ana County after graduating high school or college so they can find opportunities elsewhere?
Is Doña Ana County ready to thrive? It takes a community to educate our children
Lori Martinez, For the Sun-News Published 1:03 a.m. MT March 31, 2019 Lori Martinez is the executive director of the nonprofit organization Ngage New Mexico. (Photo: Provided by the SUCCESS Partnership) In January 2018, I wrote a column about the importance of investing in early childhood education, and civic engagement as a strategy for making it happen.
Mexican carbon tax to operate alongside market, though stakeholders say offset rules must change
Mexican carbon tax to operate alongside market, though stakeholders say offset rules must change Published 04:47 on April 7, 2018 / Last updated at 04:47 on April 7, 2018 / Americas, Carbon Taxes, International, Kyoto Mechanisms, Mexico, US, Voluntary Market / No Comments Mexico plans on keeping its domestic carbon tax and applying it to smaller emitters when it launches its national cap-and-trade scheme, a senior official said this week.
Colombian CER cancellations surge after new offset restrictions imposed
Colombian CER cancellations surge after new offset restrictions imposed Published 00:47 on April 5, 2018 / Last updated at 00:47 on April 5, 2018 / Americas, South & Central / No Comments The number of Colombian CERs voluntarily cancelled by emitters against the country's carbon tax has surged over the past three months, following the introduction of new offset usage restrictions in January.
British Columbia’s carbon price now the highest in North America
British Columbia’s carbon price now the highest in North America Published 22:56 on April 2, 2018 / Last updated at 22:56 on April 2, 2018 / Americas, Canada, Carbon Taxes, US / No Comments British Columbia's carbon tax, which had been frozen at C$30/tonne since 2012, rose C$5 on Sunday to C$35 (US$27.10), making it the highest carbon price in North America.
No province has formally requested to adopt Canadian ‘backstop’ CO2 price plan on eve of deadline
No province has formally requested to adopt Canadian ‘backstop’ CO2 price plan on eve of deadline Published 00:58 on March 30, 2018 / Last updated at 01:18 on March 30, 2018 / Americas, Canada, Carbon Taxes / No Comments No Canadian province or territory has formally asked to adopt the federal government's 'backstop' carbon pricing programme, a government spokesperson told Carbon Pulse on the eve of Ottawa's notification deadline.
Newfoundland delays details surrounding CO2 price plan, as most Canadian provinces off track towards 2020 targets
Newfoundland delays details surrounding CO2 price plan, as most Canadian provinces off track towards 2020 targets Published 23:40 on March 27, 2018 / Last updated at 23:47 on March 27, 2018 / Americas, Canada / No Comments Newfoundland and Labrador has delayed unveiling details surrounding its carbon pricing plan until this spring, though the Canadian province estimates that it will earn tens of millions from the programme in Q1 2019.
Offset restrictions needed to ensure CORSIA integrity, spur new project investment -study
Offset restrictions needed to ensure CORSIA integrity, spur new project investment -study Published 22:28 on March 22, 2018 / Last updated at 22:28 on March 22, 2018 / Americas, Asia Pacific, Aviation, EMEA, International, Kyoto Mechanisms, New Market Mechanisms, REDD, Voluntary Market / No Comments In the absence of any eligibility restrictions, ICAO's CORSIA offset scheme may not be able to deliver sufficient emissions reductions in aviation by using CERs, according to a study released...
Mexico might face a 3-year delay to ETS launch amid policy uncertainty, expert warns
Mexico might face a 3-year delay to ETS launch amid policy uncertainty, expert warns Published 14:49 on March 22, 2018 / Last updated at 17:09 on March 22, 2018 / Americas, Canada, Mexico, South & Central, US / No Comments Mexico might delay the implementation of its emission trading scheme by up to three years as a result of a short preparation period and uncertainty over the outcome of the upcoming election, an expert has warned.
Cap-and-trade should take priority in California’s climate policy -industry
Cap-and-trade should take priority in California’s climate policy -industry Published 22:10 on March 20, 2018 / Last updated at 22:17 on March 20, 2018 / Americas, Canada, US / No Comments California should place more emphasis on its cap-and-trade system to guide the state's climate policy and move away from complementary measures, industry representatives told the Argus California Carbon and LCFS Summit on Tuesday.
Consultant Climate Policy and Clean Energy, South Pole Group - Bangkok, Thailand
Job description South Pole’s climate experts provide advice to corporations, governments, development banks and cities on the design, implementation and monitoring of policies, programs, projects and green financing solutions, as well as the use of existing and upcoming market-based instruments, to tackle the challenge of climate change mitigation.
Project Design and Climate Change Adaptation Specialist, UNDP - Dhaka, Bangladesh
Bangladesh decision-makers have recognized the risks associated with climate change, against the backdrop of high incidence of poverty and limited scope of formal employment of the poorer segments of its population. It is recognized that Bangladesh must make adaptation to climate change a national priority. The country has been allocating budget to climate-change adaptation (CCA) activities for over a decade.
Climate & Energy Policy Manager, The Nature Conservancy - New Jersey
The Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive together. One of our core values is our commitment to diversity. Therefore, we are committed to a globally diverse and culturally competent workforce.
Director, US Corporate Climate Engagement, WWF - Washington, DC
World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the world’s leading conservation organization, seeks a Director, US Corporate Climate Engagement to join our dynamic, influential and growing team at our Washington, DC office.
Two New York-based entities fail to meet RGGI compliance deadline
Two New York-based entities fail to meet RGGI compliance deadline Published 23:23 on March 5, 2018 / Last updated at 23:23 on March 5, 2018 / Americas, US / No Comments Two New York-based power plants failed to surrender enough allowances to cover their 2015-17 RGGI emissions, according to compliance data published late last week.
Indigenous fund joins push to soften California’s stance on out-of-state offsets
Indigenous fund joins push to soften California’s stance on out-of-state offsets Published 22:58 on February 27, 2018 / Last updated at 23:02 on February 27, 2018 / Americas, Canada, US / No Comments A fund supporting Native American tribes has joined a coalition lobbying for all offsets from indigenous lands to be eligible under California's carbon market, despite post-2020 rules limiting the number than can be generated outside the state.
Manitoba drops resistance to pan-Canadian carbon pricing plan
Manitoba drops resistance to pan-Canadian carbon pricing plan Published 16:05 on February 26, 2018 / Last updated at 16:25 on February 26, 2018 / Americas, Canada, Carbon Taxes / No Comments Manitoba on Friday ended its holdout against the federal pan-Canadian carbon pricing framework, agreeing to sign on to Ottawa's plan just days before the opt-in deadline.
Quebec’s amended Environment Quality Act scheduled to take effect
Quebec’s amended Environment Quality Act scheduled to take effect Published 21:57 on February 22, 2018 / Last updated at 21:57 on February 22, 2018 / Americas, Canada, US / No Comments The Canadian province of Quebec will be putting amendments to its Environment Quality Act into force on Mar 23, 2018. The Canadian province of Quebec will be putting amendments to its Environment Quality Act into force on Mar 23, 2018. A Carbon Pulse subscription is required to read the full article.
Ontario releases two new draft offset protocols for public review
Ontario releases two new draft offset protocols for public review Published 23:32 on February 21, 2018 / Last updated at 23:32 on February 21, 2018 / Americas, Canada / No Comments Ontario's Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) released two new draft offset protocols on Wednesday and launched a 45-day public review and comment period.
Analysts expect WCI price lift-off regardless of result of bumper auction
Analysts expect WCI price lift-off regardless of result of bumper auction Published 21:00 on February 21, 2018 / Last updated at 21:01 on February 21, 2018 / Americas, Canada, US / No Comments WCI prices are likely to lift from the market’s auction reserve price in the coming months but could surge more steeply if Wednesday’s record-breaking auction fails to sell out, according to analysts at ClearBlue Markets.
Nova Scotia halves emissions threshold for cap-and-trade participation as regulations enter into force
Nova Scotia halves emissions threshold for cap-and-trade participation as regulations enter into force Published 22:54 on February 16, 2018 / Last updated at 23:02 on February 16, 2018 / Americas, Canada / No Comments Detailed reporting requirements to support Nova Scotia’s upcoming cap-and-trade system were put into effect Thursday, requiring companies with annual emissions above 50,000 tonnes of CO2 to participate in the program.
US EPA pushing for carbon-neutral biomass policy, despite lack of SAB consensus
US EPA pushing for carbon-neutral biomass policy, despite lack of SAB consensus Published 00:40 on February 16, 2018 / Last updated at 00:40 on February 16, 2018 / Americas, US / No Comments The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is working towards a controversial federal carbon-neutral policy for biomass, despite the fact that the agency’s own Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) has yet to reach consensus on the issue.
Carbon tax coverage is spreading worldwide, but at too low a rate -OECD
Carbon tax coverage is spreading worldwide, but at too low a rate -OECD Published 19:39 on February 14, 2018 / Last updated at 19:39 on February 14, 2018 / Americas, Asia Pacific, EMEA, International / No Comments Carbon tax coverage increased worldwide over the four years to 2015, but taxes are still too low to reflect carbon costs, according to an OECD report published Wednesday.
Exchange operator CBL Markets sees trade volumes rise in 2017
Exchange operator CBL Markets sees trade volumes rise in 2017 Published 00:20 on February 14, 2018 / Last updated at 00:20 on February 14, 2018 / Americas, Asia Pacific, Australia, US, Voluntary Market / No Comments Exchange operator CBL Markets said it experienced strong growth last year, in part due to an influx of new participants and the Australia-headquartered firm's expansion into other environmental markets.
Ontario says proceeding with forestry offset protocols but keeps mum on conservation cropping
Ontario says proceeding with forestry offset protocols but keeps mum on conservation cropping Published 23:26 on February 12, 2018 / Last updated at 23:26 on February 12, 2018 / Americas, Canada, US, Voluntary Market / No Comments Ontario is moving forward with developing two forestry offset protocols against the recommendations of the province’s Environmental Commissioner (ECO), who had advised scrapping at least three proposed project types including conservation cropping over concerns...
Where the Ontario Progressive Conservative leadership candidates stand on carbon pricing
Where the Ontario Progressive Conservative leadership candidates stand on carbon pricing Published 20:30 on February 7, 2018 / Last updated at 16:30 on February 8, 2018 / Americas, Canada, Carbon Taxes, US / No Comments A hunt for a new leader for Ontario’s Progressive Conservative (PC) party has shed more uncertainty on a possible shift from the province’s cap-and-trade programme to the federal government’s carbon tax scheme.
Research Assistant/Associate in Climate Policy, Cambridge Judge Business School - Boston, Massachusetts
Cambridge Judge Business School leverages the power of academia for real world impact to transform individuals, organisations and society. Since 1990, Cambridge Judge has forged a reputation as a centre of rigorous thinking and high-impact transformative education, situated within one of the world’s most prestigious research universities, and in the heart of the Cambridge Cluster, the most successful technology entrepreneurship cluster in Europe.
Several Ontario offset protocols under review, may not be approved -environment ministry
Several Ontario offset protocols under review, may not be approved -environment ministry Published 21:43 on February 6, 2018 / Last updated at 21:43 on February 6, 2018 / Americas, Canada, US, Voluntary Market / No Comments Several of Ontario’s proposed offset protocols, including two related to forestry, are being reviewed and may not be approved under the province’s cap-and-trade scheme, the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) said in response to environmental integrity...
New Jersey senate committee passes bill to rejoin RGGI
New Jersey senate committee passes bill to rejoin RGGI Published 00:00 on February 6, 2018 / Last updated at 00:01 on February 6, 2018 / Americas, US / No Comments A New Jersey senate committee on Monday advanced a bill to rejoin RGGI, taking the state a step closer to re-entering the northeastern US regional carbon market. A New Jersey senate committee on Monday advanced a bill to rejoin RGGI, taking the state a step closer to re-entering the northeastern US regional carbon market.
ACR floats updated voluntary refrigeration offset methodology
ACR floats updated voluntary refrigeration offset methodology Published 18:31 on February 2, 2018 / Last updated at 18:31 on February 2, 2018 / Americas, US, Voluntary Market / No Comments The American Carbon Registry (ACR) has proposed a new methodology for earning voluntary carbon offsets from transitioning to advanced refrigeration systems that use less potent or damaging gases instead of CFCs, HCFCs, or HFCs. The American Carbon Registry (ACR) has proposed a new methodology for earning...
Washington senate committee advances Governor Inslee’s carbon tax bill
Washington senate committee advances Governor Inslee’s carbon tax bill Published 15:33 on February 2, 2018 / Last updated at 15:33 on February 2, 2018 / Americas, Carbon Taxes, US / No Comments Washington's carbon pricing bill came one step closer to becoming law on Thursday after legislators voted to advance the measure out of the Senate's Energy, Environment & Technology Committee.
Chile announces gradual coal phase-out
Chile announces gradual coal phase-out Published 17:57 on February 1, 2018 / Last updated at 17:57 on February 1, 2018 / Americas, South & Central / No Comments The Chilean government and the country's main energy generators this week announced a plan to gradually phase-out coal-fired generation, which currently accounts for some 40% of Chile's power mix.
Clean Energy Transitions Programme Co-ordinator, OECD - Paris
The OECD is a global economic forum working with 35 member countries and more than 100 emerging and developing economies to make better policies for better lives. Our mission is to promote policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. The Organisation provides a unique forum in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common problems.
Some of Ontario’s proposed offset protocols should be scrapped -Environmental Commissioner
Some of Ontario’s proposed offset protocols should be scrapped -Environmental Commissioner Published 03:07 on January 31, 2018 / Last updated at 03:07 on January 31, 2018 / Americas, Canada, US / No Comments Ontario should consider scrapping several of its proposed offset protocols due to concerns over permanence, additionality, leakage and mitigation potential, according to a report by the province’s Environmental Commissioner's Office (ECO) released on Tuesday.
New Jersey governor signs executive order to rejoin RGGI
New Jersey governor signs executive order to rejoin RGGI Published 20:09 on January 29, 2018 / Last updated at 20:39 on January 29, 2018 / Americas, US / No Comments New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed an executive order on Monday reversing his predecessor's decision to exit the northeastern US RGGI carbon market. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed an executive order on Monday reversing his predecessor’s decision to exit the northeastern US RGGI carbon market.
Regulators shed light on proposed RGGI-Virginia linkage
Regulators shed light on proposed RGGI-Virginia linkage Published 01:01 on January 27, 2018 / Last updated at 01:01 on January 27, 2018 / Americas, US / No Comments Regulators from Virginia and RGGI's nine member states held a webinar on Friday afternoon to discuss and collect feedback on their proposed carbon market linkage, shedding more light on exactly how it would operate.
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