From Greenbuzz:
Taking Care of Business
Here's an emerging trend we're hoping will really catch on in the coming years: businesses celebrating St. Patrick's Day with an environmental spin on the traditional "wearing o' the green." A few major chains, such as Office Depot, took the opportunity last week of initiating environmental promotions in their stores in honor of the day. And why not? As any marketing professional will tell you, a little extra visibility always helps.
This week: Columnist Noel Morrin explains why promoting biodiversity makes good business sense.
................................................................
Headlines
The Latest News on Business and the Environment
Green Coalition Criticizes Cruise Industry Claims
A coalition of 30 environmental groups has criticized a joint initiative, announced by the International Council of Cruise Lines and Conservation International, to address the growing problem of cruise ship pollution.
Starbucks Brews up a Celebration of Environmental Stewardship
Starbucks Coffee Co. is brewing up a month of environmental awareness in stores throughout the U.S. and Canada from now through Earth Day.
From Landfill to Living Room: Turning Wooden Pallets into Flooring
From dross to dance floor; from garbage to golden flooring; from the landfill to the foyer: Whichever phrase you favor, it's what researchers at North Carolina State University are doing with the ubiquitous -- and usually cast-off -- wooden pallet.
California Vintner Launches Largest Solar Installation in Wine Industry
The largest solar-powered system in the wine world -- 4,032 panels -- is up and running at Rodney Strong Vineyards' 100,000 square-foot barrelhouse.
Vermont Renewable Energy Program Links Customers, Farms, Environment
Central Vermont Public Service has asked the Vermont Public Service Board to approve the state's first voluntary renewable energy offering for the company's 148,000 customers.
Put GreenBiz news on your site for free! Learn more...
More Headlines...
...........................................................................................
Resources and Tools
A Wealth of Hands-On Help
Organizing and Sponsoring Environmental and Sustainable Development Awards
A useful guide for companies and organizations involved in sponsoring or organizing environmental awards.
Point Carbon
Find the latest information and developments in the global emissions trading market.
Air Pollution Control Equipment Selection Guide
How to design and implement reduction, reuse, and recycling programs.
More Tools... | More Web Sites...
......................................................................................
Columns and Features
Insight and Inspiration from the Experts
Business Cannot Ignore Biodiversity Issues
Noel Morrin, international environment director at RMC Group, argues that biodiversity is becoming a vital issue for business.
Wanna write for GreenBiz? Let us know if you'd like to write a guest column or feature reflecting your experiences or opinions in the environmental business world. Send a brief query to Editor@greenbiz.com | Read our editorial guidelines
More Columns... | More Features...
A personal quest to promote the use of wind energy and hydrogen technology in the Great Lakes area of the United States. The Great Lakes area is in a unique position to become an energy exporting region through these and other renewable energy technologies. *Update 2014: Just do it everywhere - Dan*
No comments:
Post a Comment
Please do not promote businesses that are not about keeping the environment clean or renewable energy via comments on this blog. All such posts will be reported as spam and removed.