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Green Building Impact Report 2008

This report from Rob Watson and GreenerBuildings.com represents the first integrated assessment of just how much impact green buildings have had on the country's land, water, energy, and material use. Read More

The New York Times Building Achieves 70 Percent Lighting Energy Savings

The New York Times is doing its part to save money with a novel light management system in its new 52 story tower. The energy-efficient system saves 70 percent more energy than the company's original benchmark. Read More

Ricoh to Build Times Square's First Solar and Wind-Powered Billboard

Times Square isn't exactly known as a haven of sustainability, but Ricoh Americas Corporation is trying to make the tourist mecca just a little bit greener with a $3 million solar and wind-powered billboard. Read More

Is Environmental Sustainability an Oxymoron?

When we learn about sustainability, it is usually characterized by the euphemism "the triple bottom line." Some people refer to this as the three pillars. Business sustainbility expert Robert Pojasek writes on the importance of all three responsibilities. Read More

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California Climate Risk and Response

More than half of California's real estate assets are at risk from rising sea levels and wildfires caused by climate change, and the state could end up spending billions of dollars each year coping with its effects, according to this report from University of California, Berkeley and nonprofit Next 10. Read More

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Carbon Offset Provider Evaluation Matrix

Top North American offset providers evaluated and rated based on industry standards. This customizable tool allows for tailored assistance to ensure the most effective carbon offset purchasing decisions. Read More

Coca-Cola Taps WWF to Cut Water Use and Emissions

Days after releasing environmental performance data in its latest Sustainability Report, Coca-Cola unveiled new targets for reducing water use and greenhouse gas emissions as part of an extended partnership with WWF. Read More

UPS to Be First to Roll Out Hydraulic Hybrid Delivery Trucks

After 18 months of prototype testing, shipping giant UPS has ordered seven hydraulic hybrid vehicles in the first commercial purchase of the technology that combines a high-efficiency diesel engine with a hydraulic propulsion system. Read More

Honeywell, Pittsburgh Housing Authority Embark on $25.1M Project

Honeywell Building Solutions and the Pittsburgh Housing Authority are working on a $25.1 million energy efficiency program that is to be financed by a projected $3.2 million annual savings in utility costs. Read More

Nestle Waters North America Issues First Corporate Citizenship Report

Nestle Waters, the largest bottled water company in North America, says the redesign of its half-liter bottle will cut the company's use of plastic by 140 million pounds and help it avoid 260,000 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions. Read More