Since its founding act, the Treaty of Rome in 1957, the European Community has pursued a policy of economic and social cohesion among its members. Formed in the aftermath of the Second World War, the EC was built on the belief that countries that trade together become economically interdependent and thus, less likely to engage […]
Case Studies
Chevron Partners with the Global Fund to Combat HIV/AIDS
In Africa, Chevron has taken a stance, making the elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV in Angola, Aigeria, and South Africa one of its priorities. HIV is not the only global health concern in the areas in which Chevron operates and it recognizes that. Since 2008, the company has partnered with the Global Fund to […]
Chevron Works with Local Communities on Economic Development
Chevron has worked with communities and local partners to fund and promote initiatives focused upon creating self-sufficient and stable environments. The following video showcases the company’s social endeavors in the Niger Delta. Please click here to read the full article
What is the Role for the Private Sector in International Development?
A recent survey of over 1,300 development professionals by Devex.com found that 91% see business as a positive force in socio-economic development of poor countries. 81% think increasing private sector involvement in global development is ‘very important’. Clearly business is no longer seen as “part of the problem” as it once was – not too […]
IBM and the World Community Grid: Solving Today’s Humanitarian Problems
Since 2004, IBM’s World Community Grid has pooled processing power from idle computers around the world to help solve humanitarian problems that require intensive computer analysis. Please click here to watch clips
Bechtel: Building a Sustainable National Infrastructure in Gabon
Bechtel brings world-class experience and expertise to help Gabon develop sustainably and raise construction industry standards in the realms of safety, quality and project implementation. The national infrastructure plan will prioritize investment and development needs, while balancing Gabon’s commitment to sustainable development. Please click here to view the video
Video: Bechtel Partners with Engineers Without Borders
Several Bechtel people share their thoughts about volunteering for Engineers Without Borders (EWB). EWB is one of five key nonprofit organizations with which Bechtel partners around the world. Please click here to view the video