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September 09, 2010
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A Note from the Editor
By Eric Olson -- BSR
Carbon as Strategic Priority
This week’s highlights include a useful new study published by the Carbon Disclosure Project on carbon management as a strategic priority. The case studies in the report cover everything from operational cost savings to innovation and new revenue opportunities -- definitely worth a read.
Our food supply chain looms large in three of our other stories, including Burger King’s sourcing of palm oil in Indonesia, a new generation of lower carbon beverage containers, and a new certification for cattle farming from Rainforest Alliance. Did you know that 26 percent of the Earth’s terrestrial surface is used for livestock grazing?
Enjoy.
Eric Olson is senior vice president of advisory services at BSR.
The Latest News Climate Risks That Every Executive Should Know About
By Michael Meehan
When it comes to a company’s impact on climate change, does directors and officers insurance cover executives? While companies say yes, the insurance industry is saying no. We’re talking millions -- perhaps billions -- in legal liability here, so someone will end up holding the bag.
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Teradata Commits to Cutting Carbon Intensity 45 Pct
Should Carbon Management Be a Strategic Priority for Companies?
Burger King Drops Controversial Palm Oil Supplier
New Rainforest Alliance Standard Targets Cattle Farming
EPA Unveils New Grading System for Fuel Efficient Vehicles
TVA Outlines Plans for Idling Coal-Fired Units
EcoPlus Drink Cartons Trim Packaging Emissions by One-Third
U.N. Climate Change Panel Gets Tips to Boost Credibility
Insurers Highlight Sector's Role in Climate Change Fight
Featured News Making Energy Awareness Month a Boon for Green Initiatives
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Sustainability leaders should consider sponsoring employee activities in October for Energy Awareness Month. An internal program this fall can complement a company's Earth Day activities in the spring, providing an organization with two major companywide opportunities for education and awareness.... Read More
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