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A Benchmark Study of Current Practices and Tools for Sustainability
In 2008, E2 ManageTech, Inc. (E2) conducted a benchmark study for Current Practices and Tools for Sustainability. The 2008 survey indicated that the majority of participants had not reached the “tipping point” in their sustainability program defined as implementing some type of corporate Sustainability Information Management Systems (SIMS). Read More
ThyssenKrupp Elevator Americas Rises to the Top in Transparency and Disclosure
In 2008, the ThyssenKrupp leadership undertook a sustainability audit to help them devise a long-term strategy. In the process they uncovered many opportunities for improvement and cost savings. This case study details their transparency and disclosure journey from discovery to implementation and realization of their goal of providing full transparency into all of its products and processes. Read More
Maximizing the Usefulness of the Gartner and Verdantix Reports
The EH&S software selection process can be made easier with a few tools. The Verdantix and Gartner reports are two of those tools. This paper will describe the benefits and applications of using these tools to help fast-track the selection process. Read More
Inside Paul Hawken’s audacious plan to 'drawdown' climate change
Can a book be the salvation to the global climate challenge? Read More
Working together, EHS systems and CSR rocket a company to success
Environment, health and safety and corporate social responsibility shouldn't be on different worlds. As co-pilots, they take companies to new worlds. Read More
Patagonia launches 'Vote the Environment' campaign
The apparel company seeks to help officials who will support advancing renewable energy. Read More
Ellen Weinreb checks the pulse of the CSO profession
The good news: No one risks working themselves out of a job. The bad news: Some jobs disappear anyway. Read More
Rupert Murdoch's News UK is leading media against climate change
Chris Taylor, chief operating officer for The Sun and The Times' publisher, outlines how it has slashed waste, water and carbon emissions. Read More
Dear Shannon: How can I interview for top sustainability talent?
These 5 questions will help you to recognize a hidden gem, whether it's a prospective hire or a company you're looking to join. Read More
Who cares if 97 percent of scientists agree on climate change?
"Scientific consensus" doesn't work. Use the "ice cream argument" instead and win people over to the right side of the climate debate. Read More
