Presentation delivered at MassRecycle's 4th Annual Green Office / Green Facility Conference, Bentley University, June 15, 2010. Get invited to next year’s conference by signing up to MassRecycle’s free email newsletter at www.massrecycle.org.
Learn about the exciting opportunities of a career in environmental and health sciences consulting at Ramboll Environ. Become a part of our sustainable solutions.
Lars Fogh Mortensen (European Environmental Agency)danielduartescp
This document discusses the role of new business models and social innovation in enabling more sustainable lifestyles. It notes that increased complexity from issues like climate change, ecosystem degradation, and financial crises requires integrated solutions and common leadership from governments, businesses, and consumers. New business models focused on sustainability, efficiency, and product-service systems can help drive sustainable consumption and lifestyles if they view sustainability as an opportunity and responsibility in their value chains and operations.
Many initiatives are currently blossoming across the region facilitating a stronger engagement of females in clean energy.
Salma El Shiekh, The Sudanese Artik Energy Start up founder shared her journey at Sustainable Energy Field: A Step towards Sustainable Communities - Workshop on the side of International Beirut Energy Forum on 25 September 2019.
Discussion on the economic value of implementing sustainable business practices in small and mid-sized companies. Includes three case studies and resource links.
Why enterprises need a sustainable world and a sustainable world needs sustainable enterprises. How enterprise architecture uses systemic thinking to achieve sustainability.
Visionary Solutions Consulting, LLC is an environmental consulting firm owned by Anthony M Sarkis. The firm develops solutions to help businesses and governments reduce waste and pollution while increasing clean energy development. This creates financial savings and marketing opportunities for clients. Visionary Solutions takes an interdisciplinary approach, drawing on decades of experience to pioneer cost-saving solutions that address environmental priorities through organizational systems initiatives and multi-stakeholder projects. Past clients include Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Republic Services, and the US Department of Agriculture.
Green business aims to minimize its environmental impact through reducing waste and resource use, offering eco-friendly products and services, and supporting green causes. Going green provides strategic advantages by satisfying government regulations and consumer preferences. Green practices include reducing environmental impact during operations, adding value through product differentiation, and improving the environment and society. Famous brands like Tata, Tesla, SpaceX, Nike, and Adidas exemplify green business through offerings like electric vehicles, reusable materials, recycling, and green energy initiatives.
Learn about the exciting opportunities of a career in environmental and health sciences consulting at Ramboll Environ. Become a part of our sustainable solutions.
Lars Fogh Mortensen (European Environmental Agency)danielduartescp
This document discusses the role of new business models and social innovation in enabling more sustainable lifestyles. It notes that increased complexity from issues like climate change, ecosystem degradation, and financial crises requires integrated solutions and common leadership from governments, businesses, and consumers. New business models focused on sustainability, efficiency, and product-service systems can help drive sustainable consumption and lifestyles if they view sustainability as an opportunity and responsibility in their value chains and operations.
Many initiatives are currently blossoming across the region facilitating a stronger engagement of females in clean energy.
Salma El Shiekh, The Sudanese Artik Energy Start up founder shared her journey at Sustainable Energy Field: A Step towards Sustainable Communities - Workshop on the side of International Beirut Energy Forum on 25 September 2019.
Discussion on the economic value of implementing sustainable business practices in small and mid-sized companies. Includes three case studies and resource links.
Why enterprises need a sustainable world and a sustainable world needs sustainable enterprises. How enterprise architecture uses systemic thinking to achieve sustainability.
Visionary Solutions Consulting, LLC is an environmental consulting firm owned by Anthony M Sarkis. The firm develops solutions to help businesses and governments reduce waste and pollution while increasing clean energy development. This creates financial savings and marketing opportunities for clients. Visionary Solutions takes an interdisciplinary approach, drawing on decades of experience to pioneer cost-saving solutions that address environmental priorities through organizational systems initiatives and multi-stakeholder projects. Past clients include Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Republic Services, and the US Department of Agriculture.
Green business aims to minimize its environmental impact through reducing waste and resource use, offering eco-friendly products and services, and supporting green causes. Going green provides strategic advantages by satisfying government regulations and consumer preferences. Green practices include reducing environmental impact during operations, adding value through product differentiation, and improving the environment and society. Famous brands like Tata, Tesla, SpaceX, Nike, and Adidas exemplify green business through offerings like electric vehicles, reusable materials, recycling, and green energy initiatives.
This document discusses how business activity can impact the environment through pollution and waste, the concept of sustainable development and how businesses can contribute to it, and how increasing environmental concerns and pressure groups are influencing business decisions through public opinion, consumer behavior, and government regulations. It provides examples of managers with different approaches to environmental issues and defines key related terms.
This document discusses how businesses impact the environment through pollution, waste, greenhouse gas emissions, and resource use. It also covers sustainable development practices like using renewable energy and recycled materials. Businesses face environmental pressures from groups and regulations but can also find opportunities by responding through green manufacturing and sustainable practices.
This document discusses the advantages of pursuing ENERGY STAR benchmarking and LEED certification for buildings. It outlines benefits like recognizing investments that reduce energy consumption, anticipating market opportunities, and connecting brand identity to competitive advantages. Specific advantages mentioned include reducing energy use by 50% or more, qualifying for federal tax incentives like a 30% investment tax credit, and improving the bottom line through decreased costs and increased property values and rents. Overall, certification can help attract and retain talent while improving occupant productivity and recognition.
This document introduces cleaner production as a proactive approach to environmental management. It defines cleaner production as applying integrated preventative strategies to processes, products, and services to increase efficiency and reduce risk to humans and the environment. The document discusses why cleaner production is still needed even when budgets are tight, as it improves process efficiency, product quality, and lowers costs. It also outlines some perceived barriers to cleaner production like the need for funds, technology, and professionals. The document promotes cleaner production as a win-win approach to managing production, costs, quality, and the environment in a more sustainable way.
This document summarizes a presentation about pursuing a green career. It defines a green career as a job that is good for the environment, such as generating renewable energy, recycling materials, or manufacturing energy efficient products. Renewable energy sources mentioned include wind, biofuels, solar, biomass, and nuclear. The document outlines that green jobs could include areas like environmental sciences, renewable energy, policy, finance, infrastructure, marketing, green building, green products, and education. Statistics presented predict 4.2 million green jobs may be created by achieving certain renewable energy and efficiency goals. The document advises developing skills in science, engineering, marketing and considering education or experience in the renewable energy field to prepare for a green career.
This document discusses green management and its key components which include green building, green energy, and green waste. Green building aims to minimize environmental impact through efficient resource use, renewable energy, and reducing pollution. Green energy focuses on electricity from renewable sources like solar, wind, and hydropower. Green waste specifically refers to biodegradable garden waste. The document emphasizes that green management follows the triple bottom line of people, planet and profits to ensure social responsibility and environmental sustainability along with economic viability. It provides examples of companies implementing various green initiatives and practices.
This document discusses small-scale renewable energy and sociotechnical transitions. It outlines the challenges of reducing emissions and securing energy, and explores small-scale energy as a potential pathway. A case study of Wadebridge Renewable Energy Network aims to understand how small-scale energy evolves and its implications. Baseline data and stakeholder narratives will characterize the current energy system and niche small-scale technologies. The value of evidence in complex energy decisions is discussed.
The document discusses sustainability and how to evaluate potential technology partners based on their sustainability practices. It provides details about Océ, a manufacturer of digital document solutions, and highlights their long history of sustainability efforts including reducing hazardous materials, becoming RoHS compliant, certifying facilities, and designing energy efficient printers from the start with considerations for recycling and reduced waste.
Allen & York is a recruitment firm that specializes in sustainability fields like environment, energy, waste management, and corporate social responsibility. They have over 20 years of experience recruiting for positions across a diverse range of sustainability sectors globally. Their services include contingent search, managed advertising, retained senior search, and payroll solutions to help clients fill both complex and everyday strategic roles with a focus on developing rewarding partnerships.
The document introduces the E-workbook, a new lightweight and compact electronic device designed to assist with productivity, efficiency, and green computing in business and education settings. The team developed the E-workbook to address paper waste while increasing work comfort. Key features include replacing paper to reduce environmental impact, while maintaining the usability of traditional workbooks electronically. The target market is business professionals, students, and scholars seeking a paperless option to manage workloads easily and efficiently.
Pinellas County Extension Green Office2guestc8cc08
This document provides an introduction to greening an office by making it more environmentally sustainable. It discusses benefits like lower energy and disposal costs, improved health and safety for workers, conservation of natural resources, and creating a positive public image. Specific tips covered include using power strips, enabling energy saving settings, purchasing Energy Star equipment, reducing paper usage, recycling, choosing sustainable products and supplies, promoting alternatives to commuting like teleworking and public transit, and establishing an organizational green team.
The document discusses corporate social responsibility (CSR) and its importance, especially regarding climate change issues in Asia. It outlines key CSR issues like environmental protection, sustainable development, and supply chain concerns. It argues that CSR involves understanding societal impacts and stakeholder interests, integrating responsibility throughout organizations, and addressing challenges like poverty, inequality and climate change. The business case for CSR includes enhancing reputation, risk management, and innovation while promoting sustainability. The tourism and fisheries sectors in countries like the Maldives face climate change challenges and opportunities to differentiate through CSR practices.
The document discusses how workspaces are evolving from traditional offices to more flexible workspaces. It notes that many companies are moving away from maintaining large offices in favor of mobile workstyles where employees can work from various locations using mobile devices. This shift is driven by factors like improving productivity, work-life balance for employees, and reducing real estate and other costs. The document outlines how embracing mobility, wireless connectivity, and new collaboration technologies allows companies to transform their culture and workstyles for the future.
This document discusses the benefits of going green for businesses. It states that going green is good for both the environment and a business's bottom line, as there are financial benefits. Some of the key benefits mentioned include potential legal and tax advantages at both the state and federal level, an improved workplace through the use of green cleaning supplies, and a reduction in costs through decreased waste, energy usage, paper consumption and more. Going green can also boost a business's public image and increase sales and customer loyalty. The document provides some quick tips businesses can use to go greener and promotes an office supply company that specializes in green products.
The document outlines the principles and priorities of Deltran Diesels Engineering Pvt. Ltd. It discusses their focus on employee satisfaction, safety, training, and creating a respectful work environment. It also emphasizes continuous improvement, innovation, transparency, environmental protection, ethical business practices, and contributing to society. The priorities for allocating profits are listed as first to employee welfare, suppliers, utilities, banks, government, shareholders, reserves, contingency, and finally to the owner.
Green computing aims to support environmental and social responsibility in addition to financial performance. It focuses on improving energy efficiency, promoting recyclability, and reducing hazardous materials. Existing programs like ENERGY STAR and EPEAT establish standards for energy efficiency and the life cycle of electronic products. A case study found that a government data center saved energy by restricting employee access at nights and weekends without compromising security or oversight through remote maintenance. However, e-cycling programs have high costs and only 50% of usable electronics are recycled, with 70-80% shipped overseas without proper disposal methods.
Why sustainability is now the key driver of innovationRuchira Panigrahy
This document discusses how sustainability has become a key driver of innovation. It argues that companies can view regulations as opportunities for innovation and make their entire value chains more sustainable. The document provides examples of how companies are designing sustainable products and services, developing new business models, and creating next-practice platforms. It emphasizes that leadership, talent recruitment, and enterprise-wide initiatives are important for companies to fully embrace sustainability and innovation.
Sustainability corporate social responsibility (ss)Trevor Shelton
ECOFLO's Sustainabiltiy Committee presents "Corporate Environmental Responsibility". The first session exploring the three pillars of sustainability (Planet, People, and Profits) and our internal and external expectations to be stewards of the environment.
The document discusses proper diets to lower cholesterol levels. It explains that there are two types of cholesterol - LDL (bad) and HDL (good). LDL increases heart disease risk while HDL helps clear LDL from the bloodstream. A diet high in saturated fat raises LDL while a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and omega-3 fish oil raises HDL. Effective strategies for lowering cholesterol through diet include replacing saturated fats, avoiding refined carbs, choosing lean proteins and steamed vegetables when eating out, and taking vitamin supplements.
The Horizon Report.Ib is a joint initiative of the eLearn Center (UOC) and the New Media Consortium. It’s a forecast targeting six emerging technologies, as well as the key challenges and trends associated to them, considered to have a great impact on higher education in Latin American countries, Spain and Portugal during next 5 years.
This document discusses how business activity can impact the environment through pollution and waste, the concept of sustainable development and how businesses can contribute to it, and how increasing environmental concerns and pressure groups are influencing business decisions through public opinion, consumer behavior, and government regulations. It provides examples of managers with different approaches to environmental issues and defines key related terms.
This document discusses how businesses impact the environment through pollution, waste, greenhouse gas emissions, and resource use. It also covers sustainable development practices like using renewable energy and recycled materials. Businesses face environmental pressures from groups and regulations but can also find opportunities by responding through green manufacturing and sustainable practices.
This document discusses the advantages of pursuing ENERGY STAR benchmarking and LEED certification for buildings. It outlines benefits like recognizing investments that reduce energy consumption, anticipating market opportunities, and connecting brand identity to competitive advantages. Specific advantages mentioned include reducing energy use by 50% or more, qualifying for federal tax incentives like a 30% investment tax credit, and improving the bottom line through decreased costs and increased property values and rents. Overall, certification can help attract and retain talent while improving occupant productivity and recognition.
This document introduces cleaner production as a proactive approach to environmental management. It defines cleaner production as applying integrated preventative strategies to processes, products, and services to increase efficiency and reduce risk to humans and the environment. The document discusses why cleaner production is still needed even when budgets are tight, as it improves process efficiency, product quality, and lowers costs. It also outlines some perceived barriers to cleaner production like the need for funds, technology, and professionals. The document promotes cleaner production as a win-win approach to managing production, costs, quality, and the environment in a more sustainable way.
This document summarizes a presentation about pursuing a green career. It defines a green career as a job that is good for the environment, such as generating renewable energy, recycling materials, or manufacturing energy efficient products. Renewable energy sources mentioned include wind, biofuels, solar, biomass, and nuclear. The document outlines that green jobs could include areas like environmental sciences, renewable energy, policy, finance, infrastructure, marketing, green building, green products, and education. Statistics presented predict 4.2 million green jobs may be created by achieving certain renewable energy and efficiency goals. The document advises developing skills in science, engineering, marketing and considering education or experience in the renewable energy field to prepare for a green career.
This document discusses green management and its key components which include green building, green energy, and green waste. Green building aims to minimize environmental impact through efficient resource use, renewable energy, and reducing pollution. Green energy focuses on electricity from renewable sources like solar, wind, and hydropower. Green waste specifically refers to biodegradable garden waste. The document emphasizes that green management follows the triple bottom line of people, planet and profits to ensure social responsibility and environmental sustainability along with economic viability. It provides examples of companies implementing various green initiatives and practices.
This document discusses small-scale renewable energy and sociotechnical transitions. It outlines the challenges of reducing emissions and securing energy, and explores small-scale energy as a potential pathway. A case study of Wadebridge Renewable Energy Network aims to understand how small-scale energy evolves and its implications. Baseline data and stakeholder narratives will characterize the current energy system and niche small-scale technologies. The value of evidence in complex energy decisions is discussed.
The document discusses sustainability and how to evaluate potential technology partners based on their sustainability practices. It provides details about Océ, a manufacturer of digital document solutions, and highlights their long history of sustainability efforts including reducing hazardous materials, becoming RoHS compliant, certifying facilities, and designing energy efficient printers from the start with considerations for recycling and reduced waste.
Allen & York is a recruitment firm that specializes in sustainability fields like environment, energy, waste management, and corporate social responsibility. They have over 20 years of experience recruiting for positions across a diverse range of sustainability sectors globally. Their services include contingent search, managed advertising, retained senior search, and payroll solutions to help clients fill both complex and everyday strategic roles with a focus on developing rewarding partnerships.
The document introduces the E-workbook, a new lightweight and compact electronic device designed to assist with productivity, efficiency, and green computing in business and education settings. The team developed the E-workbook to address paper waste while increasing work comfort. Key features include replacing paper to reduce environmental impact, while maintaining the usability of traditional workbooks electronically. The target market is business professionals, students, and scholars seeking a paperless option to manage workloads easily and efficiently.
Pinellas County Extension Green Office2guestc8cc08
This document provides an introduction to greening an office by making it more environmentally sustainable. It discusses benefits like lower energy and disposal costs, improved health and safety for workers, conservation of natural resources, and creating a positive public image. Specific tips covered include using power strips, enabling energy saving settings, purchasing Energy Star equipment, reducing paper usage, recycling, choosing sustainable products and supplies, promoting alternatives to commuting like teleworking and public transit, and establishing an organizational green team.
The document discusses corporate social responsibility (CSR) and its importance, especially regarding climate change issues in Asia. It outlines key CSR issues like environmental protection, sustainable development, and supply chain concerns. It argues that CSR involves understanding societal impacts and stakeholder interests, integrating responsibility throughout organizations, and addressing challenges like poverty, inequality and climate change. The business case for CSR includes enhancing reputation, risk management, and innovation while promoting sustainability. The tourism and fisheries sectors in countries like the Maldives face climate change challenges and opportunities to differentiate through CSR practices.
The document discusses how workspaces are evolving from traditional offices to more flexible workspaces. It notes that many companies are moving away from maintaining large offices in favor of mobile workstyles where employees can work from various locations using mobile devices. This shift is driven by factors like improving productivity, work-life balance for employees, and reducing real estate and other costs. The document outlines how embracing mobility, wireless connectivity, and new collaboration technologies allows companies to transform their culture and workstyles for the future.
This document discusses the benefits of going green for businesses. It states that going green is good for both the environment and a business's bottom line, as there are financial benefits. Some of the key benefits mentioned include potential legal and tax advantages at both the state and federal level, an improved workplace through the use of green cleaning supplies, and a reduction in costs through decreased waste, energy usage, paper consumption and more. Going green can also boost a business's public image and increase sales and customer loyalty. The document provides some quick tips businesses can use to go greener and promotes an office supply company that specializes in green products.
The document outlines the principles and priorities of Deltran Diesels Engineering Pvt. Ltd. It discusses their focus on employee satisfaction, safety, training, and creating a respectful work environment. It also emphasizes continuous improvement, innovation, transparency, environmental protection, ethical business practices, and contributing to society. The priorities for allocating profits are listed as first to employee welfare, suppliers, utilities, banks, government, shareholders, reserves, contingency, and finally to the owner.
Green computing aims to support environmental and social responsibility in addition to financial performance. It focuses on improving energy efficiency, promoting recyclability, and reducing hazardous materials. Existing programs like ENERGY STAR and EPEAT establish standards for energy efficiency and the life cycle of electronic products. A case study found that a government data center saved energy by restricting employee access at nights and weekends without compromising security or oversight through remote maintenance. However, e-cycling programs have high costs and only 50% of usable electronics are recycled, with 70-80% shipped overseas without proper disposal methods.
Why sustainability is now the key driver of innovationRuchira Panigrahy
This document discusses how sustainability has become a key driver of innovation. It argues that companies can view regulations as opportunities for innovation and make their entire value chains more sustainable. The document provides examples of how companies are designing sustainable products and services, developing new business models, and creating next-practice platforms. It emphasizes that leadership, talent recruitment, and enterprise-wide initiatives are important for companies to fully embrace sustainability and innovation.
Sustainability corporate social responsibility (ss)Trevor Shelton
ECOFLO's Sustainabiltiy Committee presents "Corporate Environmental Responsibility". The first session exploring the three pillars of sustainability (Planet, People, and Profits) and our internal and external expectations to be stewards of the environment.
The document discusses proper diets to lower cholesterol levels. It explains that there are two types of cholesterol - LDL (bad) and HDL (good). LDL increases heart disease risk while HDL helps clear LDL from the bloodstream. A diet high in saturated fat raises LDL while a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and omega-3 fish oil raises HDL. Effective strategies for lowering cholesterol through diet include replacing saturated fats, avoiding refined carbs, choosing lean proteins and steamed vegetables when eating out, and taking vitamin supplements.
The Horizon Report.Ib is a joint initiative of the eLearn Center (UOC) and the New Media Consortium. It’s a forecast targeting six emerging technologies, as well as the key challenges and trends associated to them, considered to have a great impact on higher education in Latin American countries, Spain and Portugal during next 5 years.
Prophetic Implications of Obama's Revolution - nov-dec 2008miscott57
The document provides an overview of several articles in the November/December 2008 issue of Endtime magazine. It begins with a reprint of an article from 1991 predicting that communism had not truly died despite the fall of the Berlin Wall. Other articles discuss the prophetic implications of Barack Obama's election, what Obama meant by "spreading the wealth", and an interview with Lindsey Williams about future oil prices. The document also previews contents of the issue including editorials, letters, bible studies, and prophecy conferences.
Senior Marketing Manager, Channels & Strategic Accounts
About the Job
The Senior Marketing Manager, Channels & Strategic Accounts is responsible for successfully planning and managing highly effective marketing programs targeting existing strategic accounts within the Global 500 segment and the development of partner marketing programs for ON24’s resellers, which includes a couple of the world’s largest software and communications companies.
The Spark program is seeking a Development Director to lead fundraising efforts to support the program's expansion. The Development Director will be responsible for raising $1.75 million in 2011 and shaping Spark's development strategy. Key responsibilities include creating a fundraising strategy, managing donor relationships, coaching staff, and developing Spark's national fundraising infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have nonprofit development experience and a passion for Spark's mission of reducing dropout rates through youth apprenticeships.
Will the next pope be the false prophet may-jun 2005miscott57
The document is an issue of Endtime Magazine from May/June 2005 that includes articles about whether the next pope could be the False Prophet, an exclusive interview with Maurice Strong about world government, speculation that Pope Benedict XVI could be the last pope, analysis of the roadmap for peace in Israel and the Middle East, and a piece against national ID cards. The magazine also promotes upcoming prophecy conferences and sells related books and DVDs.
What are the work attributes and background macrotrends affecting job growth in the \'sustainability\' field? A presentaiton delivered at the ORC West Coast Meeting, Sep 2009, Dana Point, CA
Climate Change + Sustainability =The New Business Model For the FutureRobert Ryan Worley
Climate change and sustainability are shaping the new business model for the future. Businesses need to assess how environmental impacts will affect their revenues, costs, profits and more. Those that prepare by developing sustainability initiatives and green skills training will have a competitive advantage over those that do not adapt to this changing environment. Governments are increasingly supporting green economies through initiatives and investments in clean energy and efficiency.
This document discusses the growing importance of sustainability for businesses. Consumer awareness of environmental and social issues is increasing, as is societal expectations for corporations to operate sustainably. Multiple stakeholders are driving business change by demanding sustainability. A sustainable business looks at operations through an environmental lens, eliminates toxins, designs for the environment, improves energy and materials efficiency, engages with communities, and exhibits transparent governance. Sustainability provides strategic and financial benefits like reduced costs, improved productivity and reputation, and access to new markets. The trends indicate sustainability will continue growing in importance.
This deck describes sustainability in residential and commercial settings. Topics include operations, structures, behaviors, products & services and community outreach related to being sustainable. Being green has never been easier to understand.
Green technology aims to develop and apply technologies that are environmentally friendly and resource efficient. It covers areas like green chemistry, green nanotechnology, green building, green IT, and green energy. The goals are sustainability, reducing waste and pollution, innovation, and economic viability. Green chemistry uses principles like prevention of waste, safer solvents and materials. Green nanotechnology minimizes environmental risks of nanotechnology. Green buildings use renewable materials and energy generation. Green IT improves energy efficiency of computing. Green energy develops power from renewable sources like solar and wind. Green marketing considers environmental impacts in the 4Ps of product, price, place and promotion. The triple bottom line model evaluates financial, social and environmental impacts and is linked to corporate social responsibility
Cincinnati Manufacturing In An Evolving Green Economy 2008Todd d. holloway
The document discusses the benefits of high-performance and green buildings, including reduced environmental impacts and lower life cycle costs. It notes that green buildings can save on average 25-35% on energy costs and lists specific green building strategies like renewable energy, natural lighting, and stormwater management. The document also addresses benefits to business processes, image, and talent attraction from more sustainable practices in areas like waste reduction, efficient delivery methods, and community stewardship.
Green technology aims to reduce environmental impact through more sustainable practices. It encompasses areas like green chemistry, green nanotechnology, green building, green IT, and green energy. Green chemistry principles focus on reducing waste and hazardous materials. Green nanotechnology applies nanoscience to make processes more environmentally friendly. Green building uses renewable materials and solar energy to reduce environmental impact. Green IT focuses on improving energy efficiency of computing systems. Green energy generates power from renewable sources like solar and wind to reduce pollution. Triple bottom line accounting and corporate social responsibility integrate environmental and social metrics with financial performance.
The document provides an overview of sustainability principles and strategies for "going green". It discusses key sustainability concepts like energy efficiency, various renewable energy sources, and green certifications. It also outlines steps organizations can take to pursue sustainability, from compliance and green marketing to achieving net zero carbon footprints. Leaders are seen as critical to driving sustainable change through goal-setting, communication, and managing initiatives.
This document discusses how small businesses can build value through sustainability. It outlines sustainability principles and trends, noting that sustainability presents both challenges and opportunities for small businesses. These include rising costs, changing consumer expectations, and stronger regulations posing challenges; but also potential for emerging markets, attracting top talent, and becoming the company of choice. The document provides examples of sustainability actions small businesses can take and stresses that sustainability is not a fad but an emerging megatrend and major business opportunity for small companies.
The document summarizes Scott Wilson's efforts towards more sustainable business practices. It discusses their drivers for embracing sustainability such as cost savings and reputation. It provides examples of internal sustainability activities including smart metering, recycling, and promoting cycling. It also discusses external sustainability services provided to clients in areas like green building and carbon management. Challenges mentioned include the current economy and promoting a common understanding of sustainability. Future opportunities include making further use of government support and expanding water management services.
Lecture: Design for Embedding Systemic SustainabilityMiles Weaver
This document discusses embedding sustainability throughout an organization and its supply chain. It begins by defining systems thinking and the importance of taking a holistic view to manage sustainability across the entire value chain, from suppliers to customers. Next, it contrasts "bolting on" sustainability superficially versus truly embedding it through goals, activities, and competencies across the business and supply chain. Finally, it examines specific functional strategies for marketing, manufacturing, and employees that can help drive sustainability. The overall message is that organizations need to manage sustainability holistically through their entire supply chain to create long-term sustainable value.
Jim Halter Sustainability Presentation 2011Jim Halter
The document discusses the need for sustainability given the depletion of natural resources and increasing population and waste. It outlines how Waste Management responded by creating sustainability teams to transform operations and culture. The teams focused on optimizing material value, efficient transportation, sustainability practices, and municipal partnerships. This led Waste Management to implement metrics and benchmarks to track progress, and establish a vision of meeting environmental responsibilities while driving business opportunities and shareholder return through sustainability.
This document discusses trends in green marketing in the telecom industry. It first defines key aspects of corporate sustainability efforts, including internal initiatives, partnerships, and product offerings that emphasize power efficiency and total cost of ownership benefits. It then argues that green is a market opportunity and trends can be leveraged to generate revenue. The document surveys standardization efforts and initiatives from companies like Verizon, BT, Alcatel-Lucent, and others. It advocates focusing on quantifying internal green efforts and partnerships between vendors and operators to jointly market sustainability. The conclusion is that while hype should be avoided, sustainability is a worthwhile issue that telecom companies should address comprehensively by highlighting the business case of how green initiatives help the bottom line.
Enviro Max Sustainability Tripple Play For Business Draft Mmc 102310macmw
The document discusses sustainability and green building trends. It notes that the green building market is large and growing, and that a focus on existing building retrofits can provide large energy and emissions savings compared to new construction. The document outlines the LEED green building certification system and provides an overview of enviro-max's sustainability services, which include strategic planning, building assessments, establishing energy baselines, developing green building solutions, and assisting with LEED certification.
Green businesses create sustainable economic growth and job opportunities for both high and lower skilled workers, while optimizing the use of natural resources by offering products or services that reduce environmental impacts
The document summarizes HP's history and ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and social responsibility. It discusses HP's programs and initiatives dating back to the 1930s, with a focus on reducing the environmental impact of its operations, supply chain, and products. It also outlines HP's priorities around supply chain responsibility, energy efficiency, and product reuse/recycling to make the greatest impact.
Commercial banks and the shift to a low carbon economyGoran Tosev
The document discusses the role of commercial banks in addressing climate change and financing the transition to a low-carbon economy. It provides an overview of ABN AMRO and RBS's sustainability strategies, which include managing environmental and social risks, reducing their carbon footprints, and developing low-carbon banking products and services like renewable energy financing. Commercial banks are well-positioned to help scale up low-carbon technologies by providing various financial services, but need to collaborate with other stakeholders such as developers and research institutions to accelerate their commercial viability.
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Green Careers - Jen Boudrie, Green Workforce TrainingMassRecycle
Presentation delivered at MassRecycle's 4th Annual Green Office / Green Facility Conference, Bentley University, June 15, 2010. Get invited to next year’s conference by signing up to MassRecycle’s free email newsletter at www.massrecycle.org.
Top 10 Products That Save Money - David McDougall, EnerNOCMassRecycle
Presentation delivered at MassRecycle's 4th Annual Green Office / Green Facility Conference, Bentley University, June 15, 2010. Get invited to next year’s conference by signing up to MassRecycle’s free email newsletter at www.massrecycle.org.
Creative Sources of Funding - Elizabeth Garlow, ACCION USAMassRecycle
Presentation delivered at MassRecycle's 4th Annual Green Office / Green Facility Conference, Bentley University, June 15, 2010. Get invited to next year’s conference by signing up to MassRecycle’s free email newsletter at www.massrecycle.org.
Presentation delivered at MassRecycle's 4th Annual Green Office / Green Facility Conference, Bentley University, June 15, 2010. Get invited to next year’s conference by signing up to MassRecycle’s free email newsletter at www.massrecycle.org.
Green Teams - Laurie Sabol, Tufts UniversityMassRecycle
Presentation delivered at MassRecycle's 4th Annual Green Office / Green Facility Conference, Bentley University, June 15, 2010. Get invited to next year’s conference by signing up to MassRecycle’s free email newsletter at www.massrecycle.org.
My Office Is Killing Me - Jeffrey C. MayMassRecycle
Presentation delivered at MassRecycle's 4th Annual Green Office / Green Facility Conference, Bentley University, June 15, 2010. Get invited to next year’s conference by signing up to MassRecycle’s free email newsletter at www.massrecycle.org.
Economics of the 3 Rs - Dana Draper, IRNMassRecycle
The document discusses the Institution Recycling Network (IRN), a recycling cooperative that serves various organizations. It provides services like aggregating tonnage and purchasing to gain efficiencies for its clients. The document outlines how to establish a cost baseline for current recycling services, compile tonnage and cost data, and calculate existing costs. It suggests considering options to lower costs by optimizing factors like transportation, commodities, labor, and equipment used for recycling programs.
Economics of the 3 Rs - Marc Fournier, Lasell CollegeMassRecycle
Presentation delivered at MassRecycle's 4th Annual Green Office / Green Facility Conference, Bentley University, June 15, 2010. Get invited to next year’s conference by signing up to MassRecycle’s free email newsletter at www.massrecycle.org.
Behavior Change - Andy Fruitt, KilojoltsMassRecycle
The document discusses various energy efficiency programs developed by Kilojolts/KCG for clients such as Unilever North America, Safeway, and the City of Cambridge. The programs engaged employees to reduce energy waste and costs through communication, education, goal setting, and tracking progress. Key results included energy reductions over 10% and cost avoidance over $5 million annually for Unilever and savings exceeding initial goals for Safeway and Cambridge.
This document discusses sustainability and indoor air quality certification. It explains that sustainability has become increasingly important to businesses and consumers. There is also information overload when it comes to sustainability labels, and it can be difficult to determine which labels are legitimate. The document then discusses the differences between first, second, and third party certifications. It emphasizes that third party certifications like GREENGUARD are the most trustworthy because they are independent and have rigorous testing and standards. GREENGUARD is highlighted as a globally recognized leader in third party indoor air quality product certification.
Introduction to AI for Nonprofits with Tapp NetworkTechSoup
Dive into the world of AI! Experts Jon Hill and Tareq Monaur will guide you through AI's role in enhancing nonprofit websites and basic marketing strategies, making it easy to understand and apply.
বাংলাদেশের অর্থনৈতিক সমীক্ষা ২০২৪ [Bangladesh Economic Review 2024 Bangla.pdf] কম্পিউটার , ট্যাব ও স্মার্ট ফোন ভার্সন সহ সম্পূর্ণ বাংলা ই-বুক বা pdf বই " সুচিপত্র ...বুকমার্ক মেনু 🔖 ও হাইপার লিংক মেনু 📝👆 যুক্ত ..
আমাদের সবার জন্য খুব খুব গুরুত্বপূর্ণ একটি বই ..বিসিএস, ব্যাংক, ইউনিভার্সিটি ভর্তি ও যে কোন প্রতিযোগিতা মূলক পরীক্ষার জন্য এর খুব ইম্পরট্যান্ট একটি বিষয় ...তাছাড়া বাংলাদেশের সাম্প্রতিক যে কোন ডাটা বা তথ্য এই বইতে পাবেন ...
তাই একজন নাগরিক হিসাবে এই তথ্য গুলো আপনার জানা প্রয়োজন ...।
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How to Build a Module in Odoo 17 Using the Scaffold MethodCeline George
Odoo provides an option for creating a module by using a single line command. By using this command the user can make a whole structure of a module. It is very easy for a beginner to make a module. There is no need to make each file manually. This slide will show how to create a module using the scaffold method.
A workshop hosted by the South African Journal of Science aimed at postgraduate students and early career researchers with little or no experience in writing and publishing journal articles.
This presentation includes basic of PCOS their pathology and treatment and also Ayurveda correlation of PCOS and Ayurvedic line of treatment mentioned in classics.
A review of the growth of the Israel Genealogy Research Association Database Collection for the last 12 months. Our collection is now passed the 3 million mark and still growing. See which archives have contributed the most. See the different types of records we have, and which years have had records added. You can also see what we have for the future.
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, and GDPR: Best Practices for Implementation and...PECB
Denis is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Information Officer (CIO) with a distinguished career spanning information systems analysis and technical project management. With a proven track record of spearheading the design and delivery of cutting-edge Information Management solutions, he has consistently elevated business operations, streamlined reporting functions, and maximized process efficiency.
Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) Lead Implementer, Data Protection Officer, and Cyber Risks Analyst, Denis brings a heightened focus on data security, privacy, and cyber resilience to every endeavor.
His expertise extends across a diverse spectrum of reporting, database, and web development applications, underpinned by an exceptional grasp of data storage and virtualization technologies. His proficiency in application testing, database administration, and data cleansing ensures seamless execution of complex projects.
What sets Denis apart is his comprehensive understanding of Business and Systems Analysis technologies, honed through involvement in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). From meticulous requirements gathering to precise analysis, innovative design, rigorous development, thorough testing, and successful implementation, he has consistently delivered exceptional results.
Throughout his career, he has taken on multifaceted roles, from leading technical project management teams to owning solutions that drive operational excellence. His conscientious and proactive approach is unwavering, whether he is working independently or collaboratively within a team. His ability to connect with colleagues on a personal level underscores his commitment to fostering a harmonious and productive workplace environment.
Date: May 29, 2024
Tags: Information Security, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, Artificial Intelligence, GDPR
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Executive Directors Chat Leveraging AI for Diversity, Equity, and InclusionTechSoup
Let’s explore the intersection of technology and equity in the final session of our DEI series. Discover how AI tools, like ChatGPT, can be used to support and enhance your nonprofit's DEI initiatives. Participants will gain insights into practical AI applications and get tips for leveraging technology to advance their DEI goals.
Physiology and chemistry of skin and pigmentation, hairs, scalp, lips and nail, Cleansing cream, Lotions, Face powders, Face packs, Lipsticks, Bath products, soaps and baby product,
Preparation and standardization of the following : Tonic, Bleaches, Dentifrices and Mouth washes & Tooth Pastes, Cosmetics for Nails.
Exploiting Artificial Intelligence for Empowering Researchers and Faculty, In...Dr. Vinod Kumar Kanvaria
Exploiting Artificial Intelligence for Empowering Researchers and Faculty,
International FDP on Fundamentals of Research in Social Sciences
at Integral University, Lucknow, 06.06.2024
By Dr. Vinod Kumar Kanvaria
This presentation was provided by Steph Pollock of The American Psychological Association’s Journals Program, and Damita Snow, of The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), for the initial session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session One: 'Setting Expectations: a DEIA Primer,' was held June 6, 2024.
1. Defining Green Careers Dmitriy Nikolayev Procurement Manager, Facilities & Environmental Services Massachusetts Operational Services Division President of the Board, MassRecycle, Inc.