5 lessons on how to tackle toxics from DuPont, 3M and H&M

What they learned in the process to eliminate PFCs taught these companies how to navigate the process from a business standpoint, with consumers and with the media. Read More

How to measure the ROI of LEED

Measuring the costs and benefits of LEED certification is easier now that multiple studies have shown green buildings sell for higher prices and draw higher rents.   Read More

How toxic is the iPhone 5?

A new scorecard evaluates hazardous chemicals in mobile phones, including Apple's latest hit, the iPhone 5. Read More

The true cost of personal computers

Computer, laptops and tablets continue to grow rapidly in the global marketplace. Is it sustainable? We calculated the environmental costs of computers compared to their purchase price. Read More

GreenOrder, Cleantech Group announce merger

The two pioneering companies have found common purpose at the intersection of clean technology and sustainable business. Read More

What GRI G4’s value-chain assessment means to your company

The biggest change in the Global Reporting Initiative's proposed guidelines requires companies to expand the boundary of the report by doing a value-chain assessment. Read More

After years of pondering, FTC releases marketers' Green Guides

After nearly five years of deliberations, the Federal Trade Commission has finally issued revised “Green Guides.” Read More

Why SASB is a game changer for sustainable business

If a company's sustainability impacts showed up on its 10K reports, would it make a difference? A small but influential new group thinks it would level the playing field between leaders and laggards. Read More

Joel Makower in conversation with Jean Rogers of SASB

A conversation with the head of the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board, a new organization aimed at requiring material sustainability issues to be integrated into 10K forms by publicly traded U.S. companies. Read More

Pinterest emerging as promising platform for green marketers

Its visual format allows companies to paint a compelling picture of green products and brands. Read More