Circular Economy
Leasing: A Step Toward Producer Responsibility
An introduction to leasing and “servicizing” as alternatives to selling products. Read More
A tale of two circles
What's commonly referred to as municipal solid waste is only a small slice of the waste pie. And that could be a problem for companies. Read More
Dell, HP, Microsoft and Apple Seen as Greenest Tech Companies
U.S. consumers view Dell, HP, Microsoft and Apple as the greenest tech companies of the land at a time when green factors are emerging as a "critical-mass" consideration, according to a new survey released by Ipsos Insight. Read More
ASU's Biodesign Institute Earns Arizona's First LEED Platinum Rating
The Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University has garnered the highest designation for environmentally friendly design and construction from the USGBC. Read More
Sony Develops Bio-Battery Powered by Glucose
Sony's new bio-battery that uses the sugar in carbohydrates to generate electricity -- as an example, the company demonstrated using a sports drink to power a small fan or a Walkman. Read More
Sony, Waste Management Launch E-waste Recycling Program
Sony and Waste Management partnered last week to launch a nationwide E-waste recycling program that could eventually lead to drop-off sites being located within 20 miles of the majority of the U.S. population. Read More
AOL Co-Founder to Build Sustainable Luxury Resorts
The man who helped create AOL launched a sustainable luxury resort company this month, with its first project a 650-acre green resort in Cacique, Costa Rica. Read More
BP, Powerspan Team to Develop CO2 Capture Technologies
BP Alternative Energy and Powerspan Corp. agreed Wednesday to develop the technology that could help power plants capture carbon dioxide emissions. Read More
A Primer on the 'Green Building Advantage'
Although it may seem that, from the perspective of green building professionals, there is no stopping the momentum of green design, there is still a vast community of people who are unaware, indifferent or unconvinced of the advantages of green buildings. This overview lays out the many benefits of going green. Read More
The Environmental Upside of Using Concrete in Hotels
Concrete can provide a sustainable structure that will maintain its durability, energy savings and beauty for the full life of the building. Read More