Ferrari and Porsche showed us recently at the “Geneva Motor Show”. Priyadarshan Bawikar infers that the greens may not take over the future after all.
The green parade was out in full force at the “Geneva Motor Show” this year with auto makers displaying everything from…
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Go Green Expo, the nation’s largest eco-friendly trade and consumer lifestyle showcase, returns to New York on March 19 – 21, 2010, as part of a nationwide tour that also includes Los Angeles, Philadelphia and Atlanta. Building on last year’s success, Go Green Expo 2010–which provides…
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There are any number of small steps any small businesses can take to help reduce their carbon footprint. Here are some of my favorites:
Going Green Step #1: Change your light bulbs.
By simply replacing your standard bulbs with compact fluorescent (CF) bulbs (the squiggly ones), you can reduce your energy bill significantly. Added bonus: The new bulbs also provide better color and flicker less.
Going Green Step #2: Use Energy Star equipment.
Energy Star certification means that…
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Today, the CEO of the organic yogurt company ” Stonyfield Farm ” is offering a new business model for America. One that is clean, green and provides a return on investment.
Wednesday evening, Hirshberg will discuss the financial advantages of eco-friendly businesses as part of …
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Suzy Amis Cameron’s husband may be crowned ” king of the world ” for a second time on Oscar night, and for that glittering occasion, the Oklahoma City native will make a very special fashion statement when she walks the red carpet on ” Avatar ” director James Cameron’s arm.
Of course, every woman attending the 82nd annual Academy Award ceremonies March 7 will be…
So called ” green ” music festivals and concerts may abound like bunny rabbits these days, but tickets go on sale today for the ” Green Concert of the Year, ” the take-no-prisoner mega-stars lineup of the Music Saves Mountains campaign to stop mountaintop removal on May 19th at the ‘ Ryman Auditorium in Nashville ‘.
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Q: Steve — I would like to make our business greener, but especially in this economy, If going green is going to cost us money we can’t do it.
A: I know you will be happy when I say, no, it isn’t. In fact, not only should “Going Green” not entail any major expense, it can actually save your small business money. After all, the whole idea is to reduce, reuse and recycle materials.
There are any number of small steps any small businesses can take to help reduce their carbon footprint. Here are some of my favorites:
Going Green Step #1: Change your light bulbs.
By simply replacing your standard bulbs with compact fluorescent (CF) bulbs (the squiggly ones), you can reduce your energy bill significantly. Added bonus: The new bulbs also provide better color and flicker less.
Going Green Step #2: Use Energy Star equipment.
Energy Star certification means that the appliance or product you are buying and using is green, highly energy efficient, and can save you money.
Going Green Step #3: Choose an all-in-one printer.
By using an all-in-one printer that offers two-sided printing (also called duplex printing) you can easily and immediately reduce your paper consumption, and costs, in half.
Going Green Step #4: Use timers and motion sensors.
Lights are often left on in conference rooms and other offices when they are not in use. By installing occupancy sensors, you will be assured that your office energy use will be efficient and not wasteful. It will save you money.
Similarly, electronic equipment like computers and monitors are usually not turned off when not in use. To remedy this, put a timer on that power strip.
Going Green Step #5: Reuse and recycle.
Boxes, packaging, paper, and office folders can easily be re-used. And, if you don’t reuse them, then at least have recycling bins handy so people can recycle them.
Going Green Step #6: Buy recycled office supplies.
Paper, pads, sticky notes, file folders and even ink and toner cartridges can be purchased in recyclable versions, and often at the same price as similar “regular” items. Indeed, many recycled paper products are now roughly the same price as conventional paper due to increased demand and better production operations.
Going Green Step #7: Use green energy.
Many local utilities offer customers renewable power from green energy sources such as wind farms. Often, there are local incentives for using such sustainable energy supplies, and the new stimulus law also includes federal tax incentives for alternative energy use. Similarly, there are all sorts of breaks for investing in green tools like solar panels.
As with many of these ideas, while in the short run these things may seem like an expense, over the long term, such changes don’t cost, they pay.
Let people know what you are doing. Lots of consumers are making purchasing choices these days based upon how green a company is. So be sure to make note of what you are doing, what changes you have instituted, and then be sure to get the word out to the local media and your customers. Many customers will reward your efforts with increased loyalty.
On this Earth Day, remember that going green is your classic win-win: Not only does it help the environment, but it also can significantly lower your operating expenses. Who would have thunk that going green actually saves green?
Today’s tip: One final idea: Be sure to get your employees involved. No doubt, many will have ideas of their own for how you can do even more in the greening of your business. Involving motivated employees will allow them to participate in a cause they believe in while also helping the planet, and your business.
By Steve Strauss for USA TODAY – http://www.usatoday.com/money/smallbusiness/columnist/strauss/2009-04-20-going-green_N.htm
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