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Energy Efficient Data Centers

Mark Linder — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 17:47:10 +0000

Data centers take a lot of energy for their operations. However, there a number of centers that are monitored more efficient than others. Green data centers are designed in such a way as to maximize energy efficiency and minimize environmental impact.

Affordable PSA Test Access in Berkeley, California

Mark Linder — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 14:36:12 +0000

A PSA test measures the level of prostate specific antigen in a man's blood. PSA is produces by a man's prostate. A high level of PSA in the blood makes in more likely that a man has prostate cancer.

Safe and Natural Carpet Cleaning

Mark Linder — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 13:32:58 +0000

I always want my house and my carpets to be clean, but I do not want to sacrifice my family's health to accomplish this. A few months ago, I started noticing how many harsh chemicals were present in the cleaning supplies that I used every day.

Reasons You Should Abandon Your Car for a Rideshare Program

Mark Linder — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 09:05:08 +0000

Is that old clunker you’ve been driving around since you turned 16 on its last legs and requiring too much money to keep it going? If your car is a clunker, you may be in the market for a new vehicle. But why not save some money, and the environment, by going a different direction?

Guard It or Lose It

Mark Linder — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 10:25:18 +0000

When you leave the house every morning or when you leave it at all, you lock it up tight. When you park your car, you make sure all the windows are up and the door knobs and set down. When you pay for something, you make sure you put your wallet away safely. When your kids are ready for bed, you make sure you tuck them in comfortably and safely. Why?

Business Advice in the Chemical Industry

Dan Etheridge — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 12:21:50 +0000

When you own a business, you never know what new challenges each day will bring. Since it is impossible for one person to be an expert in every area, it is important to surround yourself with knowledgeable, experienced personnel.

Is Collaboration the Way Forward for the Pharmaceutical Industry?

Cecile Oger — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 16:30:00 +0000

Collaboration is not new in the pharmaceutical industry. In fact it is almost as old as the industry itself, which started around World War II. I have long been a great fan of collaborative initiatives: While working nearly a decade for a pharmaceutical think tank, I witnessed how great things can be accomplished when the barriers of competition fall.

“Is Corporate Canada Ready for the Green Economy?” asks ACCA

CBSR — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 17:00:00 +0000

The coming years will see Canadian business, policy makers and society at a tipping point in their relationship with the green economy, concludes a new report from ACCA. The report discusses the issues around one fundamental question: “Is Canada ready for the green economy?”.

Recognizing The Employment Value Of A Hero

Kevin Schmiegel and John Finneran — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 22:00:00 +0000

As many employers can attest to, military veterans and their spouses have the right stuff. With special skills and a strong work ethic, they know the meaning of commitment, sacrifice, and honor. These are attributes that make for a superb resume. It is a shame that so much of this talent and character is being wasted.

New Report: Growing Water Scarcity Presents Major Challenges

Ceres — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 17:30:00 +0000

As numerous western states are considering massive new water supply projects, a new Ceres report is suggesting caution.

Five Social Innovation Summit Stories That Changed My Outlook for 2013

Mary Anne Petrillo — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 19:00:00 +0000

The Social Innovation Summit (SIS) is a place where really nice people who do really nice things come together to share really important innovations on ways to improve society…really!

Changing Expections of CSR

Intertek Sustainability Solutions — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 18:00:00 +0000

Realities of the Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Landscape are changing towards knowing your supply chain, reporting on due diligence risk factors and increasing legislation.

Sustainable Strategies Pay Off in the Long Run

Harvard Business School Executive Education — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 17:45:00 +0000

In this article, Harvard Business School Professors Robert G. Eccles and George Serafeim, cochairs of Innovating for Sustainability, discuss the latest trends in sustainability, the importance of innovation, and how the program prepares corporate leaders to position today’s firms for future success.

Corporate Climate Champions Meet at COP18

United Nations Global Compact — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 23:35:00 +0000

Reflecting the increased importance of the private sector to the climate negotiations and global sustainability, signatories of Caring for Climate (C4C), the UN’s climate action platform for business, met with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Doha today.

Top Brands Showing Signs of Sustainable Growth

Climate Counts — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 16:15:00 +0000

The message coming from top name brands is clear: climate change poses a threat to business in the form of increased costs and risks associated with extreme weather. As a result, companies are prioritizing the need to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and lower their carbon footprint.

Back to the Future: When a Classic Car Goes Electric!

Felice Gasperoni — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 17:00:00 +0000

The thing is, I may be a science and technology enthusiast, but I’m far from being an expert in electric motors, batteries and automotive electronics! That’s the reason why I proposed my idea to the University of Brussels, more specifically to the electro-mechanical department of the Polytechnic School.

Sustainable Solar Jobs Growing at Faster Rate Than Other Industries

Justmeans — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 01:30:00 +0000

The Solar Foundation (TSF), an independent nonprofit solar education and research organization, has released the full version of its third annual National Solar Jobs Census at the Interstate Renewable Energy Council's Clean Energy Workforce Education Conference.

Video – Michael Porter on Shared Value

FSG — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 18:45:00 +0000

In this video, Professor Michael E. Porter, co-founder of FSG and co-author of Creating Shared Value, discusses the potential for shared value, a management principle that seeks opportunity for business in solving social problems.

Sustainable Innovation Continues to Make Major Headlines

Julie Urlaub — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 15:00:00 +0000

CNN Money recently published an article, 4 Keys to Growth through Transformational Innovation, which discusses an aligned perspective on sustainable business development.

Wireless Energy: It’s Not Science Fiction, It’s Green Technology

Mark Linder — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 22:55:59 +0000

Remember the 1990 film Total Recall when Arnold Schwarzenegger boarded a robotaxi “piloted” by an automaton? Clearly, that scene was added for comic relief, but there is nothing funny about the technology on display in Masdar City (United Arab Emirates) where you can ride a real robotaxi that has been wireless charged.

What a Difference a Year Makes

DR. SCOTT M. SHEMWELL — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 01:00:00 +0000

On November 15, the deepwater drilling sector quietly passed an important first anniversary, the implementation of the Safety and Environmental Management System (SEMS) regulation.

Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge: What Is It Used For?

Mark Linder — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 23:25:51 +0000

Ultrasonic thickness gauges are becoming an increasingly important tool for workers in a number of different industries. Whether it’s for corrosion inspection on underwater pipelines, or detecting would-be dangerous industrial leaks, the use of an ultrasonic thickness gauge is wide-ranging and vital.

5 Ways to Keep Employees Engaged Without Leaving the Office

VolunteerMatch — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 15:00:00 +0000

When times are busy, often employee volunteering takes a back seat. Our CSR and employee engagement programs tend to get de-prioritized amidst looming deadlines and end-of-year rushes.

Social Media as a Persuasive Change Agent Tool

Julie Urlaub — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 15:00:00 +0000

A challenge with corporate sustainability has been all about changing mindsets and systems. Businesses often try to sell change to the organization as a way to attain agreement and accelerate sustainable business implementation.

What’s Wrong with Maximizing Shareholder Value?

Mark Kramer — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 23:15:00 +0000

It is time to take a hard look at the universally accepted principle that the goal of business is to maximize shareholder value.

Getting Veterans Back To Work

Tae Yoo — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 22:45:00 +0000

It is expected that within the next four years, approximately 1 million U.S. Armed Forces personnel will transition from military to civilian life, including about 300,000 retirements by August 2013.

Successful Corporate Giving Requires Action and Commitment from Business Leaders and Employees

Kathleen Savio — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Employee volunteer programs offer a mutually beneficial approach for companies to build a motivated, cohesive workforce while ultimately giving back to the community in a sustainable way and helping those in need.

Tackling the Unequal Burdens of Health Disparities

Cynthia LeBlanc — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 23:00:00 +0000

While cancer strikes people from all walks of life, some groups have disproportionately higher mortality and incidence rates. Part of the American Cancer Society’s commitment to saving lives includes addressing the unequal burden of cancer experienced within certain communities.

Climate Change Political Feedback Loop Has Just Begun

Carol Pierson Holding — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 18:00:00 +0000

Scientific American ran an article in its November issue titled “Is Global Warming Happening Faster Than Expected?” in which the authors credit feedback loops with accelerating global warming at a rate much faster than scientists anticipated.

Sustainable Innovation: It is About Finding the Right Balance

Julie Urlaub — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 14:00:00 +0000

Our sustainability consulting spends a considerable amount of time speaking and writing about innovation. It seems to be the hot topic that can, at times, get to be a little bit overwhelming. However, like many of our peers, we believe that motivated and enabled creativity is one of the key ingredients to business sustainability.