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How to get a great green team for your business

How to Start A Great Green Team for Your Business

Possibly one of the most under-utilized strategies for embedding sustainability in your business is the establishment of a green team. A green team increases employee engagement and focuses more minds on tackling tough problems and coming up with creative solutions, thereby gaining… Read the rest

How a Yoga Studio Practices Eco & Social Sustainability

The best part of the work that I do is getting to meet awesome business owners and professionals who are doing really great work. In this ongoing series, I’ll be sharing some of these stories to illustrate what sustainability looks like in… Read the rest

How to Benefit from Sustainability Certifications for Businesses

When it comes to sustainability for your business, how can you make sure that you’re doing all that you can to improve your social and environmental performance when you’re already busy running your business? In my work with small businesses,… Read the rest

Getting Certified Through the California Green Business Plan

Getting Certified Through the California Green Business Program

If you’re interested in making your business more environmentally friendly, Green Business Certification is a great option. The California Green Business Program certifies local businesses that meet high standards for environmental performance. It was launched in Alameda County in 1996… Read the rest

Human Capital: The “People” Part of the Triple Bottom Line

The triple bottom line is one of the principles of sustainable business that gives weight not just to making a profit, but also to being responsible for how a business impacts people and the planet. In short, it looks at… Read the rest