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	GreenBiz.com's GreenBuzz - Published Weekly	July 10, 2006

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	Taking Care of Business The dog days of summer are particularly tough for industrial energy users, whose operational costs go through the roof with even the smallest increase in energy needs -- not to mention oil prices. Thankfully, the Alliance to Save Energy recently convened 80 energy experts to identify the best strategies for improving the overall efficiency of manufacturing operations. The result is the just-published World-Class Energy Assessments, a go-to guide on conducting effective energy assessments. Amazingly, it seems many companies fail to capitalize on the efficiency opportunities available to them; ASE estimates that facilities typically implement only 30% to 40% of the energy-saving recommendations that result from these assessments. (Find even more best practices here.) For a backgrounder on the business case for energy efficiency, read our very own GreenBiz Essential. Looking for something a little more in-depth? Try the summer study program from the American Council for an Energy-Efficiency Economy. This year’s course is titled “Energy Efficiency in Buildings: Less is More: En Route to Zero Energy Buildings.” This Issue's Sponsor: NAEM's Energy & GHG Management Workshop, July 26-27, 2006 Want to be a GreenBuzz sponsor? Click here. Headlines The Latest News on Business and the Environment LEED-Certified Winemaking Facility Opens in Oregon Stoller Vineyards, producer of artisanal pinot noir and chardonnay, has opened the first and only winemaking facility in Oregon to be 100% LEED-certified at the gold level. New Process Makes Diesel Fuel and Industrial Chemicals from Simple Sugar Soaring oil and natural gas prices have fueled a race to find new sources for chemical intermediates -- compounds that are the raw material for many modern plastics, drugs, and fuels. Canadian Trucking Alliance Unveils Clean-Air Plan The Canadian Trucking Alliance, a federation of Canada's provincial trucking associations, has unveiled a 14-point action plan to drastically reduce smog and greenhouse gas emissions in the freight transportation sector. Does Trucost Measurement of Corporate Carbon Footprints Reduce Environmental Impacts? Trucost ranks the carbon intensity in U.K. portfolios, arguing for overweighting companies with lower carbon footprints to reduce ecological impact while maintaining performance. Survey: Most Computer Users Would Pay Premium for Eco-Friendly PC An international survey has found that - in most countries -- the overwhelming majority of computer users would be prepared to pay a little extra for IT equipment that did not damage the environment. Put GreenBiz news on your site for free! Learn more... More Headlines... Resources and Tools A Wealth of Hands-On Help World-Class Energy Assessments Eighty energy experts offer their recommendations for overhauling the approach to conducting energy assessments. BestPractices Case Studies Profiles cost- and energy-saving strategies of industry. GreenBiz Essential: Energy Efficiency White paper explains why energy efficiency is an obvious choice for businesses that want to reduce costs, streamline operations, stay ahead of regulators, and contribute to a healthier environment. More Tools... | More Web Sites... Columns and Features Insight and Inspiration from the Experts XM: Why Marketing 'Live' to the Eco-Inclined Works "Eco-inclined" consumers are savvy. And yes, maybe even a little cynical. And that's exactly why I believe the show-and-tell style of experiential marketing works so well to reach them. 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... Ask the Experts! Your Questions Answered We're doing what we can, both as a company, and as active citizens, to prevent climate change. But the fact is, it's going to happen. What can we do to minimize the damage? Experts! Archive... Ask a Question: Your Name: (Required) Your E-mail: (Required) Send This Newsletter to Colleagues Spread the Word! Amaze Your Friends! Win Our Gratitude! Your Name: Your E-mail: Colleague's E-mail(s): Separate each address with a comma (,) View Our Privacy Policy
	Did You Know? The GreenBiz Organization Directory is your online guide to nonprofits, business groups, think tanks, and government agencies dedicated to promoting greener business practices. Featured Program: Maine Businesses for Social Responsibility This peer network links nationally recognized sustainable business leaders with Maine businesses looking to do well by doing good. Featured Event 2006 ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings: Less is More: En Route to Zero Energy Buildings Host: American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy Date: Aug. 13-18, 2006 Location: Pacific Grove, Calif. Five-day conversation about energy efficiency on the path to zero energy use. Submit Your Event (free!) Our Sponsors Founding Sponsor: Major Sponsors: YOUR AD HERE! Become a GreenBuzz sponsor or advertiser, reaching tens of thousands of businesses every week. Click Here to receive more information. Please e-mail content queries to the GreenBiz Editor.

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