Innovation
Why aren't more people using energy-smart home technology?
Smart grid advancements have tended to benefit utilities more than consumers, and market-based obstacles remain in the way. Read More
The brief, tragic reign of consumerism — and a happy alternative
It's not about shopping. It's about buying into a new reality. Read More
Seller beware: Buycott app reveals ideologies behind brands
A new app shows consumers whether a company’s philanthropic allegiances match their own. Read More
Should supply or demand drive sustainable products?
It's a chicken-and-egg dilemma. Consumers say there aren't enough green products, but companies don't see enough demand to produce more. Read More
Finding your place in the sustainable-business landscape
Brendan May, author of "How to Make Your Company a Recognized Sustainability Champion," details what you need to know about the broader business-sustainability environment to help lift your company to the top. Read More
Whole Foods, Trader Joe's say no to genetically modified fish
In addition to salmon, at least 35 other species of genetically modified fish are currently under development. Read More
Whole Foods takes stand on GMO labels
By 2018, the supermarket chain will require all products with GMOs to be labeled in its U.S. and Canadian stores. Read More
How car-sharing will transform transportation
In places where residents can join networks to share cars, people save money, emissions drop and parking spaces free up. Read More
Patagonia founder takes aim: 'The elephant in the room is growth'
Company founder Yvon Chouinard questions the basis of green business in a frank interview at GreenBiz Forum San Francisco. Read More
Lessons from Airbnb about business in the sharing economy
The startup that created a two-sided marketplace between tourists and locals talks about regulatory challenges and the reasons behind its explosive growth. Read More