Consumers are demanding ‘green’ products from what they consider to be responsible companies. Large buyers (notably Wal-Mart), are demanding higher environmental standards from their suppliers in order to reduce costs and socially responsible business practices to burnish their image and avoid bad press. Now banks and insurance companies are giving companies another reason to go [...]
Green Plus isn’t only about environmental practices: It’s about combining planet + people + performance to bring about sustainable prosperity. Christopher Gergen and Stephen Martin cover how Asheville, N.C., based Highland Brewing Co.’s smart management keeps the beer rolling out and profits rolling in. “The brewing business, though, can be brutal with its relentless competition, [...]
Please click here for the full blog post by COSE’s Director of Energy Programs, Nicole Stika. “I am curious….how much energy is your small business using and what have you done in the past 12 months to green it up? I know that increasing energy costs are among one of the top priorities and problems [...]
How is your city addressing the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century? Is it developing transportation alternatives to the car? Is it rehabilitating vacant properties and preparing for demographic shifts and economic changes? Are you and your friends creating innovative ways to engage your fellow citizens and encourage others to experience your city? Next [...]
“Investments in Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems are now eligible for North Carolina’s 35 percent renewable energy tax credit for the first time, thanks to House Bill 1829 which was signed into law by Governor Perdue this month. This new incentive will help North Carolina citizens and businesses invest in more efficient and sustainable energy sources.” “In the United [...]
By Christopher Gergen and Stephen Martin for the News & Observer: “Today, there are sophisticated assessments to help entrepreneurs, consumers and investors alike measure how socially responsible a company really is. One tool is the Institute for Sustainable Development’s Green Plus program. Born out of UNC, Duke and local chambers of commerce, Green Plus has [...]
The key to realizing significant long-term energy savings in your business is reducing the amount you actually need and use each month. The best way to identify opportunities to cut your use is through a professional energy audit. Through June 15, 2011, COSE will be helping businesses throughout Ohio receive an audit at a fraction [...]
What: SJF Summit on the New Green Economy When: September 14-15, 2010 Where: Durham Convention Center (Adjacent Marriott), Durham, NC Register now for SJF’s second annual Summit on the New Green Economy: Accelerating Growth and Impact. The SJF Summit will be a dynamic gathering of entrepreneurs, investors, government and community leaders sharing inspiring successes [...]
Business Before Hours Breakfast Briefing: Green Plus – 7:30-9:30 a.m., Friday, August 6 – Aqueduct Conference Center Registration required. $10 for Chamber members. Questions? Contact Laura Morrison | 357.9989 lmorrison@carolinachamber.org Breakfast Briefing attendees will learn more about Green Plus, a green and sustainable certification and education program that is designed specifically for small- and medium- [...]
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