Source: Mother Nature Network Technology pundit Shawn Lesser identifies 11 breakthrough companies in Finland’s expanding cleantech sector. Just a few short weeks ago I was in Finland on a tour of some of the country’s most innovative technology companies. I have to admit I felt, oh, a bit 20th century as I listened to...
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Most organizations today have some type of recycling program in place as part of their quest to “go green.” They set up containers to collect plastic bottles, cans, glass and paper and cardboard, and have joined the wonderful world of recycling. My question to you, if you are one of these businesses: are you...
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It’s hard not dwell on the importance of Walmart’s announcement this week. I have not previously devoted three straight posts to the same topic, but I do feel that it is potentially the most significant approach to sustainable business practices we have seen to date. Walmart’s global reach and purchasing clout are unparallelled in...
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The state of the Renewable Energy Market in North America is surprisingly quiet, but there is an accelerating trend towards green energy. On September 13th-16th, the Renewable Energy Markets 2009 Conference was held in Atlanta to discuss the major issues facing the industry. It was put on by the Center for Resource Solutions with...
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