Resources

In times of financial duress, companies may feel the need to cut corners by cutting out important things such as Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (CR&S). Authors Steve Wagner, Eric Hespenheide and Kate Pavlovsky define CR&S and explain why companies should address both short-term and long-term concerns to stay ahead of the game. Read More

A new report, released by investment bank Goldman Sachs at the UN Global Compact Summit July 5-6, found that companies that are considered leaders in environmental, social and governance (ESG) policies are also leading the pack in stock performance -- by an average of 25 percent Read More

This A.T. Kearney analysis finds that companies committed to corporate sustainability practices are achieving above average performance in the financial markets during this slowdown. Read More

This report from the Solar Electric Power Association highlights U.S. utilities who are leading integration of solar electricity into the grid and ranks them based on installed solar capacity in several categories, such as watts-per-customer and total megawatts. Read More

This survey of more than 1,000 executives at large firms provides insights into the depth and breadth of corporate green IT initiatives, what's driving adoption, and the ways that IT is helping achieve companies' green goals. Read More

GE details the growth of its ecomagination portfolio to $17 billion in sales for 2008 as well as its progress toward a series of tough environmental performance goals. Read More

Insurer FM Global's newly released report, "The Influence of Risk Factors on Sustainable Development," urges that risk management be included in the criteria for sustainable building design and operation. It also gives building owners and designers tips on how to reduce GHG emissions that result from fire and natural disaster risks. Read More

This report from a panel of retired U.S. military leaders concludes the country's current energy stance threatens the U.S. and its armed forces. Read More

This guide is designed to empower current and aspiring social intrapreneurs to find ways to integrate sustainability into their day jobs. Read More

This survey of 143 organizations from Australia, New Zealand and the United States finds that some elements of green IT practices are taking off at companies of all sizes, but as a whole there is significant room for improvement. Read More