Resources

This new report from Business for Social Responsibility (BSR) examines how mainstream financial institutions are incorporating environmental, social and governance criteria, the barriers that are preventing broader use of the criteria, and potential solutions to these challenges. Read More

This study from Greenpeace looks at one unintended consequence of e-waste legislation like WEEE: an increase in pollution from toxic chemicals at sites in the developing world. Read More

The authors of "On the Road in 2035: Reducing Transportation's Petroleum Consumption and GHG Emissions" spent five years studying various ways to cut fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, including propulsion technologies, new fuels and potential policy measures. Read More

Limited water supplies and constant population growth inspired the Long Beach Water Department to create this guide to help businesses conserve water. Read More

A report from the Climate Group funds that China is the world's leader in renewable energy generation, in terms of installed capacity, and second for renewable energy investment. Read More

This report from KPMG reviews the business risks and economic impacts at the sector level. Read More

Sustainability is an increasingly common theme in the business and trade press, at conferences, and in everyday conversation. This white paper encourages manufacturers to integrate sustainability into their corporate strategy to drive both profits and growth. Read More

This study examines the differences and similarities of 10 U.S. carbon calculators used to determine a consumer's carbon footprint. Read More

This report from Business for Social Responsibility is based on recently completed pilot projects that sought to break through barriers to improving factory conditions. Read More

This study from Info-Tech takes the pulse of which countries are leading -- and which are lagging -- in adopting green IT practices and policies. Read More