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Category Archives: Green Business
E-Waste Difficulties in India
Chennai, capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, is struggling with the enforcement of a rule from the E-Waste (Managing and Handling) Rules, 2011, that requires all purchased electronic devices to be picked up by the producer or … Continue reading
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What is Fairtrade?
You may have seen “Fairtrade” on labels at your local grocery store or at a coffee shop. But what does that mean? Fairtrade is an organized system that can ensure producers, artisans and businesses worldwide are treated fairly. That means … Continue reading
Save Energy with Power Strips
Did you know that your electronics still consume energy even when they’re not on? That includes computers, TV’s, microwaves, coffee makers, and more. Instead of wasting this valuable electricity, plug all of your electronic equipment and appliances into a smart … Continue reading
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Bamboo: Eco-Friendly Flooring for Your Home and Office
Hardwood flooring for your home or office is both beautiful and functional. Unlike carpet, hardwood flooring does not collect dust and dander, which makes them a great choice for people with allergies. They’re durable and they make any home or … Continue reading
Reduce Expenses by Reducing Your Business’s Energy Use
Being “green” and having a profitable business can go hand-in-hand. By saving energy and conserving resources at work, you can also decrease your expenditures, improving your bottom line. Here are three easy tips to save energy and money for your … Continue reading
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Tagged Energy Star Appliances, green business, green energy, saving energy
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Support Sustainability by Supporting Green Businesses
It’s wonderful to practice conservation and sustainability at home. We decrease our own footprint in the world and show our children how to respect our environment and resources. We can further our impact in this world by also supporting businesses … Continue reading
Reduce Junk Mail and Help the Environment
Did you know that junk mail kills 2.6 million trees every year?* Here are three easy ways to reduce your “snail mail,” save trees and keep junk mail out of landfills: Pay Bills Online Are you receiving your bills in … Continue reading
Sprint Encourages Manufacturers to Improve Repairability and Recyclability of Phones
Sprint announced that it will require all new phones to go through third-party testing to improve repairability, recyclability and energy efficiency. The testing criteria for materials used, energy efficiency, sustainability and performance are developed by UL Environment, a product certification … Continue reading
California Sustainability Resources
Sustainability supports ways to protect our natural resources in our everyday lives at home and in business. Below are recommended sites for more information on sustainability practices in California. The California Sustainability Alliance (the Alliance) is designed to help meet … Continue reading
The Benefits of Green Energy
The benefits of green energy are vast. Initially you may think about two primary environmental benefits. They include no waste or pollution from the energy sources or emissions. Eliminating harmful emissions would drastically improve our planet’s outlook and virtually eliminate … Continue reading
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Tagged green business, green energy, saving energy, solar panels
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