Decarbonization

Starbucks wants to slash energy consumption in its stores by 25 percent and buy enough renewable energy certificates to satisfy half of its stores’ energy needs, all by 2010, the company said Wednesday. All new construction will incorporate green building principles. Read More

Their purposes vary -- schools, condominiums, even a non-profit headquarters -- but their sustainable architecture and green building innovations scored 10 projects from across the country a nod from the American Institute of Architects. Read More

Program includes vehicle and aircraft fleets replacement, buildings overhaul and staff training. Read More

As one of the most common ways to improve their environmental impact, many companies embrace carbon offsets without fully understanding them. What happens to the money spent on offsets, and how does it affect the environment now and in coming years? Read More

If you're an IT pro, though, going green may well be new to you, and you may not know where to begin. So here are five simple ways to get started going green. You'll be surprised how simple it is to get started, and how quickly you'll start seeing results. Read More

With rising energy costs, tightening budgets, increasing populations and diminishing resources, an increasing number of businesses are turning to green buildings, and cities and towns of all sizes are beginning to require green buildings as well. If we're on the cusp of a tipping point, now is the time to review the potential of high-performance buildings. Read More

In the near future, environmental, financial, legislative and risk-related pressure will increasingly force organizations to govern and manage their IT in a green fashion. Read More

In Boston, a new code requires all new construction over 50,000 square feet be LEED certifiable (note the suffix), which is a little like saying that buildings must be greenish. The code's stipulation of certifiable is a missed opportunity, a weak gesture by city leaders to promote sustainable development in Boston. Read More

Graphics cards are an often overlooked aspect of PC energy efficiency, and can be significant energy hogs. But with some simple rules of thumb and online tools, you can match a user's needs with the performance of a card and lower power consumption, heat generation and your price tag. Read More

During the last 10 years, Nestle slashed its direct greenhouse gas emissions 16 percent and cut energy use 3 percent while at the same time, its production volume increase 76 percent. The company's bottled water products now use nearly a quarter less packaging, according to a new company report. Read More