Circular Economy
What Henry Ford can teach us about sustainable innovation
The father of the automobile saw innovation as a problem in need of an integrated solution. Why can't green businesses do the same? Read More
IBM buys from its own supply of recycled electronics
IBM’s Global Asset Recovery Services has turned millions of unwanted electronics into new products for itself and for other companies. Read More
Staples brings responsible e-waste recycling across the U.S.
Staples' 1,500 locations will send e-waste to e-Stewards certified recyclers. Read More
New carbon-positive plastic could reduce packaging emissions
Is carbon positive packaging possible? Polythene U.K. claims its newly launched Polyair packaging, made from sugar cane, actively removes carbon-dioxide from the atmosphere. Read More
Joel Makower talks to Bill McDonough about 'The Upcycle'
A conversation with the renowned designer and architect about his new book. Read More
Unwrapping environmental benefits: Assessing the life-cycle of sterilization containers
Gettting rid of medical waste sustainably requires a healthy dose of effort. Read More
Innovation doesn't guarantee success: Mirasol's market journey
A brilliant, bio-inspired technical innovation has not been enough to ensure that Qualcomm's e-reader technology would gain a market foothold. Read More
Cut the wrap: How to reduce hospital waste and emissions
Disposable wrap is often used to sterilize surgical tools, but reusable cases provide a more sustainable alternative. Read More
How the Earthwards program helps J&J design greener products
J&J's senior EHS head describes how this sustainable development program has led to reduced packaging and energy use. Read More
Three ways to bring nature-inspired ideas to market
Creating products from bio-inspired ideas isn't easy, but three groups have found ways to bridge the development gap. Read More