How putting a price on carbon saved Microsoft $10 million a year
Since 2012 the tech giant has put an internal fee on carbon, which feeds into a multimillion-dollar fund to reduce the company's footprint, buy green energy and develop new clean technologies. Read More
The sustainability challenge of the Kraft-Heinz merger
The Kraft-Heinz merger stands to create the world's fifth-largest food conglomerate. But with Kraft tailing its industry peers on sustainability, what might the deal mean for the company's impact? Read More
The 3 pitfalls that trap sustainability leaders — and how to avoid them
No one can achieve goals alone. Here's how to avoid three mistakes that distance our would-be allies. Read More
How nanotechnologies will disrupt the electrical grid
From smaller, more powerful solar panels to new momentum for distributed power sources, accelerating nanotechnology R&D holds serious promise for commercial energy. Read More
21st century energy: What you need to know about power purchasing
Don’t own real estate? Located in a state that makes it difficult to source renewable energy? Here’s why sustainability execs from IBM to Kaiser Permanente are zeroing in on power purchase agreements. Read More
5 ways to boost sustainability's value proposition for CFOs
The combination of short- and long-term cost savings and strategic benefits that come with a comprehensive sustainability plan is pushing financial executives to listen up. Read More
Urmi Basu helps at-risk youth build skills in Kolkata
Through her nonprofit organization New Light, Basu helps train children of prostitutes — and children headed for that life — for better lives and careers. Read More
Dear Shannon: How to make a mid-career leap into sustainability
You’re already well-established in your career, but the grass is greener where it’s — well, greener. These tips will help you jump the fence. Read More
Red Rock Biofuels readies 'fuel from forests' for takeoff
This alternative fuel company is building a $200 million plant in Oregon and already has signed a supply deal with Southwest Airlines. Read More
16 companies’ breakthroughs in stakeholder engagement
A group of socially responsible businesses shared the ways they reach shareholders. Which will work for your company? Read More
