Social Enterprise & Green Business Marketing
Our modern buildings put a huge burden on the planet, using more than a third of the nation’s energy, producing almost a quarter of all national greenhouse gas emissions, consuming 20% of the country’s fresh water, and pumping out waste in the form of industrial and office supplies, organic matter, and building materials. How we…
Green business practices have not faded as many trends do, more than likely because these practices have a very real impact on our future. In 2010 we have seen the continued growth of past green practices and the emergence of new ones. As businesses develop the old and new ideas to improve on environmentally friendly…
Home is where the heart is, and Lars Chose, founder of Mandala Custom Homes, has made it his passion to make the heart of the home green and round. With a vision of promoting green building designs and an ethical business model based on the triple bottom line (environmental integrity, social responsibility and financial health),…
Water scarcity and water pollution are expected to be two of the biggest environmental problems of the coming century. One way to reduce water pollution and replenish groundwater supplies is with porous pavements. Runoff from impermeable sources is one of the leading causes of water pollution in the world, responsible for an estimated 70% of…
Even though they carry green vegetables, most grocery stores aren’t necessarily model green businesses. After all, when you go to the grocery store, how much say do you have in where any of the food comes from? Probably not much if you’re shopping at a big chain grocer. Or how do you really know where…
Geothermal heat pumps, also known as ground-source heat pumps (GSHP), are a promising green technology that can significantly reduce heating and cooling bills for residential and commercial buildings. What Is Geothermal Heating and Cooling? Geothermal heat pumps use the relatively constant temperature of the earth to provide heating, cooling, and hot water to homes, offices,…
Depending upon the size and type of business that you operate, utility bills could play a huge role in whether or not your business is able to become and stay profitable. Equipment, machinery, lights and HVAC units are necessary components to almost any business operation and each of those necessary pieces of your operations puzzle…
Eco friendly paints make sense due to two reasons — first, they are less harmful to the environment and second, they are safer for you. Some people have an aversion to painting projects and not without reason. It is not just the disturbance in routine that painting projects can cause, studies have demonstrated a higher…
After climbing to a record 69.1% in 2005, the percentage of US households headed by homeowners has undergone the sharpest decline in more than 20 years, thanks mainly to the ongoing financial crisis and to the rise of the urban creative class. The number of renters has risen accordingly, and is expected to remain high…
What is Green Furniture? Green furniture, also called environmentally friendly furniture or sustainable furniture, is the best choice for green businesses seeking to minimize their impact on the environment. Green furniture is typically made from recycled, reclaimed or sustainably produced materials using environmentally responsible and green production processes. Types of Green Office Furniture Three popular…
Green building is expected to be one of the fastest-growing sectors of the economy in coming decades, due to the increased demand for energy-efficient and non-toxic homes and commercial buildings. Green building showrooms are a great green business opportunity for people who are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about green building materials and practices. Green building showrooms…
The green building industry is growing fast thanks to a wide variety of government incentives and a growing awareness of the importance of energy-efficient, sustainable building practices among the general public. A growing niche within the green building industry is green interior design and decorating. In addition to rising awareness of the general benefits of…
