LEED and the Future of Green Building

The LEED rating system can be regarded as a game changer that has catapulted green to the spotlight, and its adoption is an important first step in reducing the environmental footprint of buildings. But there's still a long way to go before a major impact is made. Read More

IBM, Schneider Electric Team Up to Make Buildings Smarter

IBM and Schneider Electric are joining forces to provide new smarter buildings solutions that combine robust data collection and powerful analytics, enabling owners to better manage energy use at their facilities and obtain greater savings. The partnership was one several announcements about new offerings, software, services and tools from IBM in its Smarter Planet campaign.   Read More

Raising the Bar on the U.N. Global Compact

For many companies, sustainability goals are complicated by the uncertainty of how to get there in a financially responsible manner. A recent update of the U.N.'s Global Compact Model provides a six-step path to success. Read More

Schneider Electric: Transitioning from Transistors to Smart Grids

The 170-year-old company is in the midst of a rejuvenation, throwing its tools and experience behind a holistic energy management platform aimed at reducing energy use across the enterprise. Read More

P&G: A Bold Green Vision, But . . .

Procter & Gamble, the world’s largest consumer products company, unveiled a bold new sustainability vision on Monday. But don't start the cheering yet. Read More

Are There Too Many Eco-Labels and Green Ratings?

As a society, we love choices -- but with more than 300 green certifications and labels on the market, and more lining up every year, the system has gotten a bit out of control. Read More

10 Themes Driving Climate Change Investments

Despite the rocky economy, executives from around the world are anticipating a big upswing in how climate change will impact their firms' operations. Here is what's behind their climate strategies. Read More

The Sustainable Side of Job Sharing

The idea of two people sharing one job is baffling to many workers -- and employers. But when it comes to making the workplace more socially responsible, there are a number of reasons why job sharing should be job number one. Read More

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More Jobs, Less Waste

This report from Friends of the Earth Europe shows how countries that boost their recycling rates can add as many as 500,000 new jobs while cutting their waste to landfill significantly. Read More

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The Carbon Management Strategic Priority

Many companies now understand the need to handle their emissions, but are they making carbon management a strategic priority? Read More