Most Active Articles 2009-11-25T07:52:35.327-05:00 Business Exchange Business_Exchange@businessweek.com urn:com:businessweek:bx:topic:most-active:green-business Jim Kimo Storke kstorke652 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3899914794005129882-fb4e29db0d52cf7b6f6a458919e920b0 2009-11-25T02:17:33.882-05:00

Engineers at Edison's EV Testing Center (Photo: Hurst) As a perfect storm builds for electric vehicles, some utilities are way ahead of others when it comes to readying the grid–and their customers–for a large-scale deployment of the...

Engineers at Edison's EV Testing Center (Photo: Hurst) As a perfect storm builds for electric vehicles, some utilities are way ahead of others when it comes to readying the grid–and their customers–for a large-scale deployment of the... http://earthandindustry.com/2009/11/is-your-electric-utility-ready-for-the-electric-car/ Matt Embrey membrey959 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6427969646731266434-7813c2100d184da4fc3b819af1acf1cd 2009-11-24T16:00:31.153-05:00

VINELAND, N.J., Nov. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- To hear the claims that wooden pallet producers have clear cut, raped and pillaged their way through America's old growth virgin forests, stripping them of trees, leaving them bald and naked.

VINELAND, N.J., Nov. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- To hear the claims that wooden pallet producers have clear cut, raped and pillaged their way through America's old growth virgin forests, stripping them of trees, leaving them bald and naked. http://send2press.com/newswire/2009-11-1124-005.shtml Christopher Simmons csimmons281 1 0 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:18312153302191549280-412190c6153f02997bcaace1f3950826 2009-10-09T12:43:56.366-04:00

Dow Chemical has developed a roof shingle that contains thin-film solar power cells and can be integrated into asphalt roofs, which are used in 90 percent of American homes. Dow executives said the solar shingles can be handled like a regular asphalt shingle and can be nailed right onto a roof and walked on by roofers.

Dow Chemical has developed a roof shingle that contains thin-film solar power cells and can be integrated into asphalt roofs, which are used in 90 percent of American homes. Dow executives said the solar shingles can be handled like a regular asphalt shingle and can be nailed right onto a roof and walked on by roofers. http://blog.cleantechies.com/2009/10/09/dow-unveils-solar-roof-shingles/ Marco Schmoecker mschmoecker442 7,294 7,294 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13911558147601497680-7df2ce1cd4b68dfcbd532f9f5fc50a3c 2009-11-24T11:11:22.852-05:00

WASHINGTON, DC — Sears Holdings, the parent company of Sears and Kmart, along with two other jewelry retailers last week signed on to the No Dirty Gold campaign's Golden Rules for responsible sourcing of precious metals. The addition of Sears...

WASHINGTON, DC — Sears Holdings, the parent company of Sears and Kmart, along with two other jewelry retailers last week signed on to the No Dirty Gold campaign's Golden Rules for responsible sourcing of precious metals. The addition of Sears... http://www.greenbiz.com/news/2009/11/24/sears-kmart-among-latest-companies-swearing-dirty-gold Hugh Byrne hbyrne450 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10260960357569394329-b4ccc84932f9f0a3027aee33fa9049cf 2009-11-24T05:56:19.745-05:00

(By Nick de la Mare - November 16, 2009) Last week I sat on a panel at swissnex San Francisco, discussing sustainability in business. The panelists represented a wide range of industries, from a start-up software entrepreneur to a leadership expert at a major grocery chain and a research scientist from a global food producer; each had a story to tell about their field and the conversation was lively. As the lone designer in the bunch, however, I often felt like I was speaking a different language.

(By Nick de la Mare - November 16, 2009) Last week I sat on a panel at swissnex San Francisco, discussing sustainability in business. The panelists represented a wide range of industries, from a start-up software entrepreneur to a leadership expert at a major grocery chain and a research scientist from a global food producer; each had a story to tell about their field and the conversation was lively. As the lone designer in the bunch, however, I often felt like I was speaking a different language. http://designmind.frogdesign.com/blog/the-question-of-sustainability.html Itamar Medeiros imedeiros325 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:376685953060382328-26b98e2e1dafb1b286ccb0c852392773 2009-11-22T21:35:07.877-05:00

As our colleagues at Green Inc. noted on Wednesday, California has adopted stringent energy consumption guidelines for televisions. But despite a lot of hand-wringing from the industry, when it comes to the availability of various models and technologies in the marketplace, the sky will not be falling.

As our colleagues at Green Inc. noted on Wednesday, California has adopted stringent energy consumption guidelines for televisions. But despite a lot of hand-wringing from the industry, when it comes to the availability of various models and technologies in the marketplace, the sky will not be falling. http://gadgetwise.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/11/20/a-look-at-californias-new-tv-energy-regs/?partner=rss&emc=rss Itamar Medeiros imedeiros325 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10951407092447516246-fa4c6aad11a95433dfa6d9fabb47bbe6 2009-11-22T15:24:01.285-05:00

I recently wrote a story on the growing popularity of so-called smart appliances that link into utility’s smart grid programs, allowing consumers to manage and cut down on their own power use. By the end of this year, energy customers in much of...

I recently wrote a story on the growing popularity of so-called smart appliances that link into utility’s smart grid programs, allowing consumers to manage and cut down on their own power use. By the end of this year, energy customers in much of... http://blog.cleantechies.com/2009/11/22/texas-utility-oncor-plans-install-smart-meters/ Marco Schmoecker mschmoecker442 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14485802992653664842-f9778abf4507f723a4a75390e95dbb05 2009-11-21T23:23:31.659-05:00

The SEC has charged two companies and four individuals with involvement in a nationwide $30 million Ponzi scheme that lured over 300 elderly and retirement-age individuals to invest their savings in a “green” investment opportunity.

The SEC has charged two companies and four individuals with involvement in a nationwide $30 million Ponzi scheme that lured over 300 elderly and retirement-age individuals to invest their savings in a “green” investment opportunity. http://www.hedgetracker.com/article/SEC-Halts-Mantrias-30-Million-Green-Ponzi-Scheme Todd Walker rwienke085 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:18298428957923900610-d95f0644c585eb088fad492cac81905b 2009-11-21T11:55:45.256-05:00

“It is all too possible that we will fail to achieve sustainability, and that the blind watchmaker will once again…reset the balance of a severely diminished living Earth.” That’s the possibility that Tim Flannery hopes we can yet avoid.

“It is all too possible that we will fail to achieve sustainability, and that the blind watchmaker will once again…reset the balance of a severely diminished living Earth.” That’s the possibility that Tim Flannery hopes we can yet avoid. http://blog.cleantechies.com/2009/11/21/end-climate-change-create-sustainable-future/ Marco Schmoecker mschmoecker442 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16247701169178258285-074aaa07665ebb37e0b873ffbd88fd55 2009-11-20T03:03:13.671-05:00

USGBC Announces Winner of First-ever Sustainable Suite Design Competition The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) in conjunction with the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and NEWH announced the winner of the first-ever Sustainable Suite...

USGBC Announces Winner of First-ever Sustainable Suite Design Competition The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) in conjunction with the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and NEWH announced the winner of the first-ever Sustainable Suite... http://www.dexigner.com/architecture/news-g19070.html Itamar Medeiros imedeiros325 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15096716548635294359-07c34d5e66249e28539481d511298d44 2009-11-20T12:46:14.205-05:00

Many organizations have worked hard to promote “green jobs” for people of color. This is a good thing, but it is not enough.

Many organizations have worked hard to promote “green jobs” for people of color. This is a good thing, but it is not enough. http://depts.washington.edu/foster/minority-community-must-mobilize-today-for-green-economy/ Andrew Krueger akrueger831 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5234621447240399192-9721ba0f67e4758f8a34fc70bbda4911 2009-11-20T03:02:06.497-05:00

Gensler Wins Award for Greenhouse/Hydrogen Generating Bridge BY Cliff KuangFri Oct 30, 2009 at 1:27 PM The architecture firm proposes a solar-powered greenhouse that would rest on abandoned train tracks in Chicago. New York's new High Line park has...

Gensler Wins Award for Greenhouse/Hydrogen Generating Bridge BY Cliff KuangFri Oct 30, 2009 at 1:27 PM The architecture firm proposes a solar-powered greenhouse that would rest on abandoned train tracks in Chicago. New York's new High Line park has... http://www.fastcompany.com/blog/cliff-kuang/design-innovation/gensler-catches-high-line-fever?partner=rss Itamar Medeiros imedeiros325 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6849488978417200583-a05333701a6c024e847dc7a7211b4ef5 2009-11-20T02:39:59.633-05:00

Timeless by Boym Partners Nov. 4-Nov. 14, 2009

Timeless by Boym Partners Nov. 4-Nov. 14, 2009 http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/renault_launches_website_on_sustainable_mobility_15165.asp Itamar Medeiros imedeiros325 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:414501301995223512-4d901c19ac1138c5f60b33a2b6dcd432 2009-11-19T15:44:16.906-05:00

The Huma Challenge: A positive social impact adventure from World Expeditions. A new series of travel packages has been created for those who value positive social impact along with adventure. The HUMA Challenge series of adventure trips is a unique...

The Huma Challenge: A positive social impact adventure from World Expeditions. A new series of travel packages has been created for those who value positive social impact along with adventure. The HUMA Challenge series of adventure trips is a unique... http://www.ethiquette.info/node/46 Tom Liacas tliacas414 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13715329677930585745-d5a04242c7e21d6656b7a89cdf7b864b 2009-11-19T13:43:58.757-05:00

The emerging green technology movement has created a large number of innovative and interesting start ups trying to bring their vision of a better tomorrow to market, while hopefully making some money in the process. Those tying into smart grid...

The emerging green technology movement has created a large number of innovative and interesting start ups trying to bring their vision of a better tomorrow to market, while hopefully making some money in the process. Those tying into smart grid... http://www.earthtechling.com/2009/11/interviewing-people-power-open-source-smart-grid-power-to-the-people/ Nino Marchetti nmarchetti726 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:218837200447699746-95dc2460660192c4031d52c9091ff4ee 2009-11-18T13:46:31.214-05:00

Urban farming is spreading around the world and is becoming a vital part of the urban food supply, producing many important benefits besides food and helping to make cities more livable.

Urban farming is spreading around the world and is becoming a vital part of the urban food supply, producing many important benefits besides food and helping to make cities more livable. http://greeneconomypost.com/urban-farm-feeding-green-economy-6171.htm Tracey de Morsella tdemorsella126 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:7729843312523747959-f1d26fb4fa6e12e79b49bf40fe339a09 2009-11-18T13:37:25.186-05:00

Corporate sustainability communicators are beginning to exploit social media to tell their stories and get quick feedback. Which new media offers you the greatest potential- what is their digital bottomline?

Corporate sustainability communicators are beginning to exploit social media to tell their stories and get quick feedback. Which new media offers you the greatest potential- what is their digital bottomline? http://greeneconomypost.com/how-to-get-your-sustainability-message-cyberspace-6181.htm Tracey de Morsella tdemorsella126 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6673850283410521771-4a54a2bda37343230023ebc8b3d76146 2009-11-18T19:10:10.591-05:00

The California Energy Commission, in an expected move, voted unanimously to enact strong energy efficiency standards on television manufacturers selling TVs in that state.

The California Energy Commission, in an expected move, voted unanimously to enact strong energy efficiency standards on television manufacturers selling TVs in that state. http://www.earthtechling.com/2009/11/california-votes-in-higher-tv-energy-standards/ Nino Marchetti nmarchetti726 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:7135427111610304756-83493d5ab09d61a0ea87795b4e62b297 2009-11-16T10:17:08.852-05:00

The clean tech sector has become one of the most exciting areas of opportunities for job seekers. While venture capital investment was down in clean tech during the first half of 09, over the past couple of months that trend has reversed, and this...

The clean tech sector has become one of the most exciting areas of opportunities for job seekers. While venture capital investment was down in clean tech during the first half of 09, over the past couple of months that trend has reversed, and this... http://greeneconomypost.com/finding-a-clean-tech-job-6125.htm Chris de Morsella cdemorsella630 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17103768721997996354-5673340546ae9b45a0a3528a29791a2c 2009-11-18T12:32:46.219-05:00

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Nov. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- BioJet Corporation (www.biojetcorp.com) announced today that it has agreed with the Ecole Polytechnique Federal de Lausanne (EPFL) to serve as the first Pilot project company for the worldwide...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Nov. 18 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- BioJet Corporation (www.biojetcorp.com) announced today that it has agreed with the Ecole Polytechnique Federal de Lausanne (EPFL) to serve as the first Pilot project company for the worldwide... http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2009-11-1118-001.shtml Christopher Simmons csimmons281 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10374760289119761738-f4790fca0792f6164bf5a2319cec4779 2009-11-16T14:31:02.204-05:00

In a new report conducted with consulting firm Booz Allen Hamilton, the U.S. Green Building Council says green construction is on track to support nearly 8 million new jobs by 2013 — a 400 percent leap over the previous five years.

In a new report conducted with consulting firm Booz Allen Hamilton, the U.S. Green Building Council says green construction is on track to support nearly 8 million new jobs by 2013 — a 400 percent leap over the previous five years. http://solveclimate.com/blog/20091116/new-report-finds-clear-evidence-us-jobs-boom-green-building Lyn Ford lford431 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6604013162786122863-96558569b893fb94dd387dd9490b0bb8 2009-11-17T13:41:59.076-05:00

U.S. President Barack Obama and Chinese President Hu Jintao have announced the creation of a joint program to develop clean energy, including the creation of a $150 million clean energy research center. Meeting in Beijing, the two presidents agreed...

U.S. President Barack Obama and Chinese President Hu Jintao have announced the creation of a joint program to develop clean energy, including the creation of a $150 million clean energy research center. Meeting in Beijing, the two presidents agreed... http://blog.cleantechies.com/2009/11/17/clean-energy-us-china-cooperation/ Marco Schmoecker mschmoecker442 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16453595285892666228-b529a00dc0515d10f73e74b6b83cea53 2009-11-17T05:25:23.455-05:00

Green web hosting providers need to walk the talk – Not only providing green hosting, they need to green their business operations. Creation of Green Office is most important to inculcate implementation of energy conservation measures mind set in...

Green web hosting providers need to walk the talk – Not only providing green hosting, they need to green their business operations. Creation of Green Office is most important to inculcate implementation of energy conservation measures mind set in... http://www.greenhostingestate.com/green-office-creation.html Ivan Widjaya iwidjaya482 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4590234864533395470-2f7bc1f965c02c99df1309c6bef35b69 2009-11-16T16:45:09.208-05:00

When it comes to energy, General Electric is all about big: big coal plants, big nuclear plants, big wind towers. So why would the $183-billion a year industrial conglomerate bother to invest a small amount of money -- just a few million dollars –...

When it comes to energy, General Electric is all about big: big coal plants, big nuclear plants, big wind towers. So why would the $183-billion a year industrial conglomerate bother to invest a small amount of money -- just a few million dollars –... http://www.greenbiz.com/blog/2009/11/16/making-big-deal-small-wind Hugh Byrne hbyrne450 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16686723681873496323-b6b0bd46bd38594f73b47554cd938343 2009-11-13T04:04:16.217-05:00

Al Gore delivered the keynote address to green building professionals at the Greenbuild conference. He praised the leadership of the USGBC for bringing real change to the marketplace. He also urged the crowd to take responsibility for expanding green building globally and to call out greenwashing.

Al Gore delivered the keynote address to green building professionals at the Greenbuild conference. He praised the leadership of the USGBC for bringing real change to the marketplace. He also urged the crowd to take responsibility for expanding green building globally and to call out greenwashing. http://greeneconomypost.com/al-gore-addresses-green-building-community-at-greenbuild-6110.htm Tracey de Morsella tdemorsella126 9 9 0 0