ClimateBiz News :: February 21, 2008

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FEBRUARY 21, 2008 THIS ISSUE'S SPONSOR Want to be a ClimateBiz News sponsor? Click here. Subscribe to ClimateBiz.com RSS Headlines The Latest News on Climate Management Green-e to Certify Offsets for Consumers Green-e, the country's first certification program for carbon offsets, will launch a program next week to ensure that the products sold to offset activities such as flying or driving have been verified at each step. Studies Suggest Energy Productivity, Carbon Tax to Slash Emissions One study advocates for reducing wasted energy, and another sees a tax as the most effective way to push emission cuts. DHL Completes More Eco-Friendly Ship Voyage as Industry Comes Under Fire A cargo vessel that uses a towing kite system to achieve better shipping fuel economy completed its first shipment this week as the industry found itself under fire from U.S. and international regulators. Hundreds of Investors Discuss Climate Risks, Opportunities at U.N. The Investor Summit on Climate Risk drew about 480 investors discussing ways to make it costly to use carbon and announcing new plans to reduce GHG emissions. Sony, Nike, Others Pledge to Expand GHG-Cutting Efforts In the Tokyo Declaration, a dozen global companies commit to make carbon emission programs for business partners and customers. IBM, Motorola Join Supply Chain Carbon Reduction Group IBM and Motorola have joined the European Supply Chain Carbon Council, working with government and non-commercials groups to green their suppliers. Xcel Energy, PG&E Among Utilities with Leading Energy Efficiency Programs The American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy released its second survey of the country's best utility-based efficiency programs, finding that a handful of companies are significantly stepping up efforts to reduce their customers' energy usage. U.K. Tech Sector Sets Sights on Energy Efficiency for Climate Goals Improving energy efficiency in computer hardware and consumer electronics can address three of the main environmental problems facing the planet, according to a new report from the high-tech trade association Intellect. Most Global FT500 Companies Address Climate Change in Non-Financial Reports The vast majority of the world's largest companies issued stand-alone non-financial reports addressing climate change, according to CorporateRegister.com. Lawyers Focus on Climate Change Implications, Greening Operations Former New York Gov. George E. Pataki is spearheading a climate change law practice to help clients deal with the legal and economic effects of a warming planet. Meanwhile, lawyers in New England are teaming to reduce the environmental impacts of their operations. Foundation Donates $6M to Foster Clean Tech in Texas The Lone Star state's clean-energy future got a little brighter last week with a $6 million initiative launched by the Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation. > MORE HEADLINES Features & Columns Leading Thinking on Climate Issues Five Tips to Reduce Your Fleet's Emissions By Karen Healey Companies of all shapes and sizes are starting to take a serious look at the environmental impacts of their vehicle fleets. Whether you're running 10 hybrids or 10,000 Peterbilts, here are a handful of simple suggestions that can make a big impact. Tools & Resources Reports, Research and Tips You Can Use WebEx's Green Guide to the Office This report looks at the many ways that businesses of all sizes can contribute to combating climate change, from employee-level recycling programs to solutions from the IT department like collaborative working. > MORE TOOLS & RESOURCES	FEATURED EVENT Aspen Environment Forum Host: The Aspen Institue Date: March 26-30, 2008 Location: Aspen, Colo. This conference marks the premiere of the Aspen Institute's foray into the environmental world, with four dozen thought leaders discussing corporate environmental strategies. Speakers include NGO leaders, entrepreneurs, environmental justice advocates, business leaders, scientists and more. > SUBMIT YOUR EVENT YOUR AD HERE! Become a ClimateBiz News sponsor or advertiser, reaching tens of thousands of businesses every month. Click Here to receive more information. Please e-mail content queries to the Editor.
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