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State of Green Business: Money flows where sustainability grows
Evolving risk calculations and increased emphasis on long-term growth prospects are helping sustainability's case for capital. Read More
Why we need to push harder for inclusive business
Base of the pyramid strategies aiming to expand entrepreneurship are starting to gain traction — but the future of sustainable business depends on doing much more. Read More
Auto industry rates corporate responsibility as core to business
With 24/7 media, consumers and investors all paying attention to how companies handle their smoke stack emissions, workers rights and supply chain activities, automotive manufacturers rate CR as important to business. Read More
Beyond Google and Apple: What's holding corporate renewables back?
Just a handful of leading companies source renewable Power. That’s a problem — and an opportunity. Read More
Smartphones and Twitter becoming next-generation earthquake detectors
Tweets and GPS may seem like mere conveniences, but in regions with less infrastructure, smartphones can help pinpoint quakes fast. Read More
Managing sustainability talent: Lofty goal or new business imperative?
The mounting importance of environmental factors in many industries is leading to a re-calculation of how sustainability talent should be groomed and integrated into daily business. Read More
21st century energy: What you need to know about power purchasing
Don’t own real estate? Located in a state that makes it difficult to source renewable energy? Here’s why sustainability execs from IBM to Kaiser Permanente are zeroing in on power purchase agreements. Read More
5 ways to boost sustainability's value proposition for CFOs
The combination of short- and long-term cost savings and strategic benefits that come with a comprehensive sustainability plan is pushing financial executives to listen up. Read More
Urmi Basu helps at-risk youth build skills in Kolkata
Through her nonprofit organization New Light, Basu helps train children of prostitutes — and children headed for that life — for better lives and careers. Read More
Dear Shannon: How to make a mid-career leap into sustainability
You’re already well-established in your career, but the grass is greener where it’s — well, greener. These tips will help you jump the fence. Read More
