Stock Evaluations by Gothic Green

Valuation of DayStar Technologies, Inc.

2011-02-26T11:36:00.001-08:00

DayStar Technologies, Inc. (NasdaqCM: DSTI ) (www.daystartech.com ) DayStar Technologies, Inc., a development stage company, engages in the development, manufacture, and marketing of solar photovoltaic products to the grid-tied and ground-based photovoltaic markets. The company offers solar photovoltaic modules to convert sunlight into electricity. It provides monolithically integrated copper indium gallium selenide modules on glass laminate substrates for centralized utility power plants, commercial building roof tops, and smaller residential roof tops. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.

As of February 26,2011, it had a 52 week stock price range of $0.72 - 3.69. As of December 31, 2009, the company had a net income loss of $25,040,000 as well as losses in 2008 and 2007. As of December 31, 2009, it had no long term debt and net tangible assets of $23,141,000. (Source: Yahoo Finance)

Since its founding, DayStar has been focused on developing a manufacturing process based on sputtering technology that would enable high volume production to achieve the lowest costs for the highest solar cell performance. ( Source: DayStar Website )

DayStar Technologies is in the process of positioning itself to take a leading spot in the Solar Energy market which shows promising potential. However, they are currently still in the development process. Other green initiatives, such as recycling and water use reduction in their operations, by the company were not found on their website.

This is a Green Business according to all available information. Currently, the business is properly valued as a company in its start up phase even though it is over 10 years old. The company is developing a new product and manufacturing process which takes time and, in the energy market, lots of financial commitments. However, the company does have some assets and no long term debt as of 2009. The stock price is still very low, and if the company’s product succeeds, then the company should have no problem selling its product.

Overall, investing in any company with income losses or if the company is still in development phase should be considered with caution.

Investment Practices: Making New Valuations

2011-02-19T10:04:00.000-08:00

It’s important to understand the industry in which you invest your money. An important rule of thumb is to invest in what you know. You should do research before investing in a new industry. An entire industry may be overvalued, and if you are not alert to relevant information in the industry, then you may invest in companies which look good on the surface, but which are fundamentally flawed.

An entire industry may be on the verge of collapse or a radical transition, and if you are not privy to subtle aspects of the industry, then you may invest in a company that refuses to change with the tide. The company may appear to be a reasonable investment when considering it in the light of only the past, but investors should be studying the future as well as the past and present conditions.

Any particular valuation you read or hear from someone else should only provide a starting point. Always research your investments before you make them. In general, stick to the things you know or the things you are interested in knowing. Don’t just invest on a hot stock tip if you are unsure of the real risk. All investments do contain some risk, so do your homework first. A prudent investor will win the big game.

Investors should be studying the market now, because it is in transition from an industrial economy to a sustainable economy. At this time, in early 2011, the stock market as a whole is overvalued. There are many good investments out there, but the wise investor will look diligently for the sustainable businesses and reject the unsustainable businesses.

The prudent investor will make a new valuation of their portfolio, and use it to determine which of their investments are no longer suitable for their long term financial goals. Always make a complete valuation of a business before you invest, and review your investments to determine if they are on course.

Serious investors who like the companies they have money invested in should contact them and advise them to apply the Formula of Sustainable Design to their business to keep it competitive. Urge them to adopt sustainable concepts and designs. Don’t be a passive investor, be an active and suggestive investor.

Valuation of RailAmerica

2011-02-12T11:12:00.000-08:00

RailAmerica, Inc. (NYSE: RA) ( www.railamerica.com )engages in the ownership and operation of short line and regional freight railroads in North America. As of December 31, 2009, it operated a portfolio of 40 individual railroads with approximately 7,400 miles of track in 27 U.S. states and 3 Canadian provinces. The company provides rail freight transportation services for a range of products, such as farm and food products, lumber and forest products, paper and paper products, metals, chemicals, and coal products, as well as offers ancillary rail services. The company was incorporated in 1992 and is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. (Source: Yahoo Finance)

As of February 12, 2011, its 52 week stock price range was $9.16 - 13.61. As of December 31, 2009, it had a net income of $15,842,000 and long term debt of $643,109,000 and net tangible assets of $321,908,000.

As of February 12, 2011, no information concerning sustainability or social responsibility operations could be found on their website, however, they have a strong orientation towards safety. Like all major freight railways at this time, they haul pretty much everything, including non-sustainable freight and products such as coal. There are articles and press releases that were found by preforming keyword searches using “RailAmerica goes green”. One such press release can be found here.

RailAmerica is a Green Business, however, it still hauls freight for unsustainable operations which limit its capacity to make a full transition to a Basic Green Business. This business is properly valued at this time. It has a stable financial portfolio, a good level of infrastructure, and a strong market position. It will benefit by continuing its efforts to make the green transition as well as adding more information to its website.

Valuation of Canadian Pacific Railway Limited

2011-02-11T14:05:00.000-08:00

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (NYSE: CP) ( www.cpr.ca ) through its subsidiaries, provides rail and intermodal freight transportation services. It transports bulk commodities, including grain, coal, sulphur, and fertilizers; and merchandise freight that consists of finished vehicles and automotive parts. The company also transports forest products, such as wood pulp, paper, paperboard, newsprint, lumber, panel, and oriented strand board; and industrial and consumer products, which include chemicals, plastics, aggregates, steel, mine, ethanol, and other energy related products. In addition, it transports intermodal traffic comprising time-sensitive retail goods. As of December 31, 2009, Canadian Pacific Railway Limited provided rail and intermodal freight transportation services over a 15,400-mile network. It serves the principal business centers of Canada, which include Montreal, Quebec, Vancouver, and British Columbia; and the Midwest and Northeast regions of the United States. The company was founded in 1881 and is headquartered in Calgary, Canada. Canadian Pacific Railway Limited operates independently of Canadian Pacific Limited, as of October 01, 2001.(Source: Yahoo Finance)

As of February 11, 2011, it had a 52 week stock price range of $49.19 - 69.92. It had net tangible assets of $4,710,298,000 as of December 31, 2008. It had long term debt of $3,731,284,000 and net income of $523,467,000 as of December 31, 2008.

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited has a Social Responsibility report. Access here. Canadian Pacific Railway Limited has a number of environmental programs underway. These include air initiatives such as locomotive fleet renewal, anti idling technology and policies, fuel conservation teams, rail lubrication, and new locomotive design testing. Read more here. According to the Federal Railroad Administration, railroads are 1.9 to 5.5 times more fuel-efficient than trucks, depending on the commodity and length of the haul. Visit Canadian Pacific Limited’s website to find other green rail facts.

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited is a Green Business that hauls freight for both sustainable and unsustainable businesses. It’s basic business model is sound and the company is taking steps to improve its sustainability. However, the company will not obtain the level of a Basic Green Business until it stops hauling freight for unsustainable operations. Overall, this business is properly valued because it has a good deal of infrastructure and a sound market position.

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Valuation of Canadian National Railway Company

2010-11-27T12:11:00.000-08:00

Canadian National Railway Company ( www.cn.ca ) (NYSE: CNI) together with its subsidiaries, engages in the rail and related transportation business in North America. As of December 31, 2009, it operated approximately 21,000 route miles of track. It was founded in 1922 and is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.

As of December 31, 2008, it had a net income of $1,550,679,000. It had long term debt of $6,059,512,000 and net tangible assets of $8,587,240,000.

Canadian National Railway Company is in the Railroads industry. Its competitors include Canadian Pacific Railway Limited, Norfolk Southern Corporation, and Union Pacific Corporation.

Canadian National Railway Company has a number of sustainable initiatives underway. They use a method called Precision Railroading which allows them to move more freight with less railcars, thereby reducing their carbon footprint. From 2007 – 2009 they invested in 125 new fuel efficient locomotives. They have instituted better management practices to reduce fuel use in transit and their rail yards. At their facilities, they have implemented recycling programs, water conservation and material use reductions. They also participate in the Carbon Disclosure Project ( www.cdproject.net ). However, they serve both sustainable and unsustainable industries when it comes to moving their freight.

This is a Green Business, because of its basic business model. It is properly valued due to its good market position and strong financial fundamental. However, it needs to stay ahead of the curve and reach the level of a Basic Green Business by stopping the hauling of coal and other petrochemicals and related products.

Sources:

Yahoo Finance

Canadian National Railway Company website

Valuation of Chevron Corporation

2010-11-10T06:53:00.000-08:00

Chevron Corporation ( www.chevron.com ) (NYSE:CVX) operates as an integrated energy company worldwide. It was founded in 1879 and is based in San Ramon, California.

As of November 9, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $66.83 - 85.79. As of December 31, 2009, it had a net income of $10,483,000,000. It had long term debt of $10,130,000,000 and net tangible assets of $87,296,000,000.

Chevron is in the Major Integrated Oil & Gas industry. Its competitors include BP and Exxon Mobil Corporation.

Oil is the primary source of their revenues and most of the money they invest year to year goes to oil operations. They are one of the leading oil producers in the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico, and one of their deep water wells is 26,700 feet below the surface of the water. They intend to continue in the oil business despite their claims that they have environmentally friendly practices. Chevron also invests and owns coal mining operations.

Chevron does invest small quantities, in comparison to its oil operations, into solar energy, energy conservation, hydrogen and fuel cell technologies, and geothermal energy. They currently have at least one facility which has been LEED certified and they plan on more LEED certified facilities.

Chevron is an Anti Green Business, because its basic business model degrades the environment. It is currently highly overvalued.

Sources:
Yahoo Finance
Chevron Corporation website

Valuation of Portec Rail Products, Inc.

2010-10-20T13:01:00.000-07:00

Portec Rail Products, Inc. ( www.portecrail.com ) (NasdaqGM: PRPX) engages in the manufacture, supply, and distribution of various rail products in the United States and internationally. It was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

As of October 12, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $8.55 – 12.00. As of December 31, 2009 it had a net income of $6,805,000. It had long term debt of $2,667,000 and net tangible assets of $22,778,000.

It is in the Railroad industry. Its competitors include Amsted Industries Incorporated, Lincoln Industrial Corporation, and Vossloh Track Material, Inc.

Portec Rail Products provides freight and transit rail products as well as manufacturing products to the food service industry. In 1993 they started offering environmentally tailored products.

This is a Green Business because of its basic business model. It is properly valued. This is a business with good overall fundamentals, from financials to its market position.

Sources:
Yahoo Finance
Portec Rail Products website

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Valuation of Agria Corporation

2010-10-13T11:16:00.000-07:00

Agria Corporation ( http://www.agriacorp.com/ ) (NYSE: GRO) operates as an agriculture company in China. It engages in research and development, production, and sale of upstream agriculture products. It was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Beijing, the People’s Republic of China.

As of October 10, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $1.11 – 4.53. As of December 31, 2009, it had a net income loss of $19,815,000. It had long term debt of $1,228,000 and net tangible assets of $192,408,000.

It is in the Farm Products industry. Its competitors include Monsanto Co., Origin Agritech Limited, Shandong Zhou Yuan Seed and Nursery Co.

Agria Corporation is focused on creating a profitable seed business. It also engages in sheep breeding products and sells blackberry, raspberry, date, and white-bark pine seedlings to end users. No green information was found.

This is a Partial Green Business and it is overvalued due to its weak financial fundamentals and lack of green orientation. It does, however, have a good market position in China.

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Agria Corpoartion website
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Valuation of Alliant Energy Corporation

2010-10-12T13:19:00.000-07:00

Alliant Energy Corporation ( http://www.alliantenergy.com/ ) (NYSE: LNT) operates in electric and gas utility businesses in the United States. In addition, it has investments in environmental consulting and engineering and renewable energy services businesses. It also engages in transportation businesses, which include a short line railway, barge terminal and hauling services. It was founded in 1917 and is based in Madison, Wisconsin.

As of October 9, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $26.08 – 36.95. As of December 31, 2009, it had net income of $129,700,000. It had long term debt of $2,404,500,000 and net tangible assets of $2,958,500,000.

It is in the Diversified Utilities industry and its competitors include Wisconsin Energy Corporation and Xcel Energy Inc.

Alliant Energy Corporation’s generation portfolio includes more than 550 megawatts of renewable energy; however, most of their energy is generated using non renewable energy sources. They offer their residential customers renewable energy through their Second Nature program which is Green-e Energy certified ( http://www.green-e.org/ ). They have other sustainable activities to address a variety of problems such as pollution.

This is a Non Green Business with some green elements. It’s currently overvalued. However, this is a good company to watch because it is making strides in implementing green elements into its operations.

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Alliant Energy website

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Valuation of Alcoa

2010-10-11T14:50:00.000-07:00

Alcoa Inc. ( http://www.alcoa.com/ ) (NYSE: AA) engages in the production and management of primary aluminum, fabricated aluminum, and alumina worldwide. It was founded in 1888 and is based in New York, New York.

As of October 9, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $9.81 – 17.60. As of December 31, 2009, it had a net income loss of $1,151,000,000. It had long term debt of $8,974,000,000 and net tangible assets of $7,369,000,000.

It is in the Aluminum industry and its competitors include Hydro Aluminium AS, Rio Tinto Alcan, Inc. and RUSL.

Alcoa has a plan for sustainability by reducing resource and energy use in operations. Their plans include both recycling and reuse principles. This company, however, serves both sustainable and unsustainable industries. They also have coal fired plants for energy production.

This is a Non Green Business which has some green operational elements. However, the company has a real challenge to convert to a Basic Green Business. They will need to eliminate the coal fired energy plants and reduce mining to the minimal amount while boosting recycling of existing aluminum. This business is currently overvalued.

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Alcoa website

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2010-10-07T16:01:00.000-07:00

Solarfun Power Holding ( www.solarfun.cn/einfo.htm ) (NasdaqGS: SOLF) an investment holding company, engages in the development, manufacture, and sale of photovoltaic (PV) products. It was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Qidong, the People’s Republic of China.

As of October 3, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range was $4.48 – 13.48. As of December 31, 2009, it had negative net income of $21,272,000. It had long term debt of $152,139,000 and net tangible assets of $361,558,000.

Solarfun is a vertically integrated manufacturing company. It takes an active role in recycling end of life photovoltaic modules.

This is a Basic Green Business, but it is slightly overvalued, because of its negative net income. However, it has a strong market position.

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Solarfun website

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Evaluation of Sun Tech Holding Company, LTD

2010-10-06T10:31:00.000-07:00

Sun Tech Power Holdings ( http://www.suntech-power.com/ ) (NYSE: STP) a solar energy company, engages in the design, development, manufacture, and marketing of photovoltaic (PV) products. It was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Wuxi, the People’s Republic of China.

As of September 24, 2010, its 52 week stock price range was $7.53 – 18.78. As of December 31, 2010, it had a net income of $85,600,000. It had long term of $654,900,000 and net tangible assets of $1,345,300,000.

Sun Tech is the largest producer of silicon solar modules. It has offices in 13 countries and manufacturing sites in China, Japan, and the United States. They have installed modules in more than 80 countries. They participate in the take back program of end of life solar modules.

This is a Basic Green Business. It is currently properly valued, because it has a strong market position and good financial fundamentals.

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Sun Tech Power website

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Evaluation of Yingli Green Energy Holding Company

2010-10-04T14:25:00.000-07:00

Yingli Green Energy Holding Company Limited ( http://www.yinglisolar.com/ ) (NYSE: YGE) together with its subsidiaries, engages in the design, development, marketing, manufacture, installation, and sale of photovoltaic products in the People’s Republic of China and internationally. It was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Baoding, the People’s Republic of China.

As of September 29, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $8.31 – 19.11. As of December 31, 2009, it had a net income loss of $77,867,000. It had long term debt of $124,937,000 and net tangible assets of $901,359,000.

It was the first company to manufacture the entire PV value chain, from polysilicon to the assembly of PV modules at one site. They minimize carbon emissions through a localized production process. They were the first China-based company to join PV Cycle in the take back program of end of life PV modules.

This is a Basic Green Business. It is properly valued, because it has a good ratio of net tangible assets to long term debt and a solid market position.

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Yingli Green Energy website

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Evaluation of LDK Solar Company, Inc.

2010-09-29T11:32:00.000-07:00

LDK Solar Company, Inc. (http://www.ldksolar.com/ ) (NYSE: LDK) through its subsidiaries, engages in the design, development, manufacture, and marketing of photovoltaic products; and the development of power plant projects. It was founded in 2005, and is headquartered in Xinyu City, The People's Republic of China. It operates as a subsidiary of LDK New Energy Holding Limited.

As of September 24, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $4.97 - 9.43. As of December 31, 2009, it had a net income loss of $237,568,000. It had long term debt of $1,023,216,000 and net tangible assets of $837,924,000.

It is the largest producer of solar wafers in the world. It has a variety of green operational methods in its business, which include recycling materials in the production process, water recycling and reuse, and takeback programs for end of life solar modules. Their new Polysilicon Production Plant is designed to be a closed loop system.

This is a Basic Green Business because of its product line and basic operational model. It is properly valued at this time, because it has a strong market position and a low stock price range. Its net income loss in 2009 should not deter it from strong future growth.

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LDK Solar website

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Evaluation of Brinks Company

2010-09-26T11:25:00.000-07:00

Brinks Company ( http://www.brinkscompany.com/ ) (NYSE: BCO) together with its subsidiaries, provides secure transportation, cash logistics, and other security related services to banks and financial institutions, retailers, government agencies, mints, jewelers, and other commercial operations worldwide. It was founded in 1838 and is based in Richmond, Virginia.

As of September 20, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $18.30 - 29.59. As of December 31, 2009, it had a net income of $200,200,000. It had long term debt of $172,300,000 and net tangible assets of $321,200,000.

Brinks Company is a leading global security service company with 50,000 employees worldwide. The company has a long history which started in coal, but transitioned completely out of the coal and related business by 2003. This is a remarkable feat of a sustainable conversion, however, the company still has progress to make.

This is a Partial Green Business, because of its basic service type. This company is properly valued at this time, however, it should continue to make sustainable additions to its business model, such as all electric vehicles.

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Brinks Company website

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Evaluation of the Geo Group, Inc.

2010-09-24T12:03:00.000-07:00

The Geo Group, Inc. ( http://www.geogroup.com/ ) (NYSE: GEO) provides government-outsourced services specializing in the management of correctional, detention, and mental health and residential treatment facilities in the United States, Canada, Australia, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. It was formerly known as Wackenhut Corrections Corporation. It was founded in 1984 and is based in Boca Raton, Florida.

As of September 20, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $17.91 - 23.45. As of Janurary 3, 2010, it had net income of $65,954,000. It had long term debt of $565,070,000 and net tangible assets of $606,932,000.

No information concerning sustainable initiatives was found.

This is a Non Green Business because it focuses on detention and after treatment rather than prevention. It is overvalued.

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The Geo Group website

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Evaluation of Command Security Corporation

2010-09-22T12:45:00.000-07:00

Command Security Corporation ( http://www.commandsecurity.com/ ) (AMEX: MOC) provides uniformed security officers, aviation security services, and support security services in the United States. It was founded in !980 and is based in Lagrangeville, New York.

As of September 20, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $1.72 – 3.04. As of March 31, 2010, it had net income of $1,632,000. It had long term debt of $43,000 and net tangible assets of $12,148,000.

There was no specific information to be found concerning green initiatives. This company serves multiple sectors and has more than 40 offices nationwide.

This is a Partial Green Business, because it is a basic service that uses very little resources to perform most of its duties. However, the clients it serves may be both sustainable and unsustainable companies and operations, so this company’s sustainability is directly tied to its clients’ sustainability as well as how it approaches its own specific internal operations. This company is currently properly valued because of its strong financial fundamentals, low stock price range, market position, and its Partial green rating.

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Command Security Corporation website

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Evaluation of Republic Services Inc.

2010-09-21T13:02:00.000-07:00

Republic Services Inc. ( http://www.republicservices.com/ ) (NYSE: RSG) provides nonhazardous solid waste collection, transfer, and disposal services in the United States. It was founded in 1996 and is based in Phoenix, Arizona.

As of September 17, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $25.15 – 32.95. As of December 31, 2009 it had a net income of $495,000,000. It had long term debt of $6,419,600,000 and negative net tangible assets of $3,602,600,000.

In 2009 the company recycled 3.3 million tons of material. It has 78 recycling facilities and 192 landfills.

This is a Partial Green Business based on its recycling efforts. However, the business is currently overvalued because of its large investments in landfills and its net tangible assets showed a negative.

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Republic Services website

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Evaluation of Waste Management, Inc

2010-09-20T11:58:00.001-07:00

Waste Management Inc. ( http://www.wm.com/ ) (NYSE: WM) provides integrated waste management services in North America. The company was incorporated in 1987 and is based in Houston, Texas.

As of September 17, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $28.28 – 35.99. As of December 31, 2009 it had a net income of $994,000,000. It had long term debt of $8,124,000,000 and net tangible assets of $415,000,000.

Waste Management is North America’s largest recycler. They have a variety of recycling options that include single stream recycling and recycling Kiosks through Greenopolis. However, they also have a lot of traditional landfills in operation and plan to stay in the landfill business for some undetermined amount of time. They also use landfill gas to generate energy.

This is a Partial Green Business mainly because of its recycling programs and kiosks. This company is currently slightly overvalued because of its high debt and its landfills. However, this company has a favorable market position.

Sources:
Yahoo Finance
Waste Management website

Evaluation of Casella Waste Systems, Inc

2010-09-17T12:07:00.000-07:00

Casella Waste Systems Inc. ( http://www.casella.com/ ) (NasdaqGS: CWST) provides solid waste management services consisting of collection, transfer, disposal, and recycling services primarily in the United States. It was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Rutland, Vermont.

As of September 10, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $2.55 – 5.39. As of April 30, 2010, it had a net income loss of $13,858,000. It had long term debt of $556,130,000 and negative net tangible assets of $78,581,000.

This company has a zero sort program for recycling as well as electronics and organics recycling. It also has a insulation product that helps make homes more energy efficient. However, the business does not recycle all of the waste it collects.

This is a Partial Green Business. It is currently overvalued because of its weak financials.

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Casella Waste Systems website

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Evaluation of Caribou Coffee Company, Inc

2010-09-14T12:01:00.000-07:00

Caribou Coffeee Company, Inc. ( http://www.caibou-coffee.com/ ) (NasdaqGM: CBOU) operates coffeehouses primarily in the United States. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is a subsidiary of Caribou Holding Company Limited.

As of September 7, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $6.50 – 10.79. As of January 3, 2010 it had a net income of $5,138,000. It had no long term debt and net tangible assets of $50,620,000.

Caribou Coffee Company was the first major coffeehouse retailer committed to 100% Rainforest Alliance certified coffee. The Rainforest Alliance ( http://www.rainforest-alliance.org/ )ensures a broad range of sustainable initiatives.

This company is a Partial Green Business that is currently properly valued. It has a good market position and strong financial fundamentals.

Sources:
Yahoo Finance
Caribou Coffee Company website

Evaluation of Starbucks Corporation

2010-09-10T12:16:00.000-07:00

Starbucks Corporation ( http://www.starbucks.com/ ) (NasdaqGS: SBUX) engages in the purchase, roasting, and sale of whole bean coffee worldwide. As of September 27, 2009, the company operated 8,800 retail store. The company was founded in 1985 and is based in Seattle, Washington.

As of September 7, 2010, the 52 week stock price range was $18.46 – 28.50. As of September 27, 2009 the company had a net income of $390,800,000. Its long term debt was $549,300,000 and it has net tangible assets of $2,718,400,000.

Starbucks Corporation has a number of green initiatives underway and many goals to improve its sustainability. These goals include recycling and material use reductions, energy use reductions, LEED certifications, and water use reductions. They are taking active steps to improve their overall efficiency on multiple fronts.

This is a Partial Green Business, but it may become a Green Business soon. This company is properly valued. It has a strong market position and a good grasp of where it is heading.

Sources:
Yahoo Finance
Starbucks Corporation website
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Evaluation of YUM! Brands, Inc.

2010-09-09T11:27:00.000-07:00

YUM! Brands, Inc ( http://www.yum.com/ ) (NYSE: YUM) together with its subsidiaries, operate as a quick service restaurant company worldwide. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. It operates independent of Pepsico, Inc. as of October 6, 1997.

As of September 1, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $32.49 – 44.00. As of December 26, 2009, it had a net income of $1,071,000,000. It had long term debt of $3,207,000,000 and a negative net tangible assets of $77,000,000.

Most of its green initiatives have focused on energy use reductions. However, this company is based on a system of food service which is basically unsustainable, because it is centered on disposal and convenience and drive thru. It has more than 37,000 stores worldwide, and includes such brands as KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Long John Silver’s, A&W Restaurants, and Wingstreet.

This is a Non Green Business, and it is currently overvalued. This company has a large market and can change its operations, but the company will need to rethink how it provides quick service with sustainable systems.

Sources:
Yahoo Finance
YUM! Brands website

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Evaluation of Trinity Industries, Inc

2010-09-07T11:25:00.000-07:00

Trinity Industries, Inc. ( http://www.trin.net/ ) (NYSE: TRN) through its subsidiaries, provides various products and services for the industrial, energy, transportation, and construction sectors primarily in the United States. It was founded in 1933 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

As of August 27, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $14.87 – 27.09. As of December 31, 2009, it had a net income loss of $137,700,000. It had long term debt of $1,845,100,000 and net tangible assets of $1,625,500,000.

The company serves both sustainable and unsustainable markets. Among the sustainable markets, it is a leading manufacturer and producer of many types of railcar products and it builds structural wind towers.

This is a Non Green Business, because it only contains some green elements. Currently this business is overvalued, especially with the huge income loss. However, this company has a lot of resources that can help it shift to a sustainable business model.

Sources:
Yahoo Finance
Trinity Industries website

Evaluation of ZAP

2010-09-05T12:20:00.000-07:00

ZAP ( http://www.zapworld.com/ ) (OTCBB: ZAAP.OB) engages in the development, acquisition, and commercialization of electric vehicles and electric vehicle power systems in the United States. It was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Santa Rosa, California.

As of August 23, 2010, it had a 52 week stock price range of $0.17 – 0.58. As of December 31, 2009, it had a net income loss of $10,687,000. It had no long term debt and net tangible assets of $3,519,000.

The company produces electric scooters, cars, trucks, and small shuttle vans as well as rechargeable products. It recently acquired ownership in a Chinese auto company for expansion.

This is a Partial Green Business. It is properly valued because it has a good market position, a low stock price range, and no long term debt.

Sources:
Yahoo Finance
ZAP website

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