Sustainable Business Archive
Sustainable Business
- Ceres Conference Offers Something for Everyone (05/13/2013)
- A Little Energy to Save a Lot: Why Your Company Should Become Energy Star Certified (04/03/2013)
- Sustainability in Supply Chain Remains Top Priority for Major Brands (03/13/2013)
- Using Technology to Drive Supply Chain Sustainability (03/05/2013)
- Getting On Board with Supply Chain Sustainability (02/20/2013)
LEED Green Building
- 7th annual Los Angeles Business Council (LABC) Sustainability Summit (04/29/2013)
- Greening the Green Building Industry (03/26/2013)
- Earth Rangers Journey to LEED® Platinum (02/21/2013)
- Energy Boost: How RECs Support LEED® Certification and Renewable Energy Development (02/14/2013)
- Making the Most of LEED® (01/31/2013)
Industry News
Lifestyle
Timberland Partners to Turn Old Tires Into New Shoes
by Megan Brown on 03/20/2009
Tags: Earthkeepers shoes, Green Rubber in Malaysia, Recycled rubber, Timberland, Timberland’s shoes with recycled rubber,
In July of this year, Timberland will start selling shoes made from 50 percent recycled tires.
This announcement stems from a new partnership with a Malaysian company, Green Rubber. It has developed a technology call DeLinking that uses waste product that’s produced from manufacturing... [more]
Recycle Electronics & Get a Best Buy Gift Card
by Megan Brown on 03/17/2009
Tags: Best Buy, Climate Conservancy, electronics recycling, National electronics recycling program, Recycling program
Best Buy recently launched a recycling program at all 1,006 stores nationwide.
Best Buy started an electronics recycling program in mid-February which allows customers to bring in up to two units per day for recycling. Best Buy is leveraging its retail presence and brand to... [more]
The Marketing of Green Beer
by Megan Brown on 03/10/2009
Tags: Climate Conservancy, Green marketing, New Belgium Brewery, Sustainability report, wind powered
In the world of craft beer, New Belgium Brewery, is known for its green-conscious corporate culture.
As a leader in environmental responsibility and as the third largest craft brewer in the country, New Belgium is used to getting attention. Being a leader isn’t always rosy though;... [more]
Loews Green Business Supports Local Farmers
by Megan Brown on 03/03/2009
Tags: Adopt a farmer, Buying local, Local programs, Loews, Loews Hotels, sustainable efforts
The hospitality industry has been busy working on building out their green programs.
The hospitality industry has been busy working their green programs. As consumers continue to understand more about the landscape of sustainable alternatives, they are... [more]
Dell Reveals Plan to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 40% by 2015
by Megan Brown on 02/26/2009
Tags: Dell, Greenhouse gas reduction commitment, renewable energy credits, solar power development
Dell announces its carbon emissions goals and more renewable energy investments.
According to Dell’s spokesman, one of the biggest sources of greenhouse gas emissions comes from its electricity use. By investing in green power both directly or by purchasing renewable... [more]
BMW Looks to Expand its Clean Energy Commitment
by Megan Brown on 02/24/2009
Tags: BMW, Energy saving techniques, Environmental commitments, On-site turbines, renewable energy investment
BMW is evaluating adding wind to its alternative energy supply.
It is evaluating whether wind energy would be a good addition to its alternative energy resource program to help it become even more self sufficient. The BMW manufacturing plant in Greer,... [more]
Recycling Your Consumer Electronics
by Megan Brown on 02/20/2009
Tags: Dell, HP, MRM Recycling, Planet Partners program, Sony and Waste Management Partnership
Our electronics are the fastest-growing portion of our landfills. Here's more about reducing their pollution.
As the pressure from consumers to be kind to the environment builds and businesses focus on creating more sustainable practices continues, many companies are spending more energy... [more]
Pharmaca Opens New Store in Washington
by Megan Brown on 02/16/2009
Tags: Integrative pharmacy, Natural pharmacy, Pharmaca, Redmond Washington store opening
Pharmaca opens its doors to the Redmond, Washington community.
Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy believes that public health is closely linked to environmental health. This is why the store’s bamboo shelves are stocked with organic,... [more]
Steelcase Creates Furniture Recycling Program
by Megan Brown on 02/15/2009
Tags: Furniture recycling program, Institution Recycling Network, Steelcase, Steelcase’s Environmental Partnership Program
There is an incredible need for used furnishings to help non-profit organizations worldwide.
Steelcase is using its client relationships to create additional value for its furniture products. By partnering with the Institution Recycling Network (IRN), Steelcase is... [more]
Illinois Ranks 16th for Renewable Energy Commitments
by Megan Brown on 02/10/2009
Tags: Digital Hub, Environmental Protection Agency, Farr Associates, Talbott Hotel
EPA recognizes the Talbott Hotel, Digital Hub and Farr Associates among other Illinois-based organizations.
Illinois is adding green power to its list of accomplishments. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced this week that Green Power Partners in Illinois bought... [more]
Responsible Investing Gets Recognized
by Megan Brown on 02/05/2009
Tags: Environmentally responsible property investing, Kennedy Associates, Responsible property investing, RPI awards, Sustainable Cities Award, Urban Land Institute
Do you know what RPI stands for?
RPI is a relatively new term that stands for Responsible Property Investing and considers both environmental and social consequences in addition to fiduciary... [more]
The NFL Steps up Environmental Program at Super Bowl
by Megan Brown on 02/03/2009
Tags: NFL, NFL environmental program, NFL's green commitments, Renewable energy for Super Bowl, Super Bowl 43
The NFL wants to minimize the impact of the Super Bowl on the host community.
This is the second year that the NFL has purchased renewable energy to offset the electricity needed for the five-day Super Bowl experience. The NFL has... [more]
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