CBIA releases second annual Sustainability and Connecticut Business Survey
In today's tough economic climate, companies are strugglingwith increased business costs and are looking for ways to increase efficiency and savings. The majority of Connecticut companies are focusing oneliminating waste, conserving energy and making better use of resources by actively adoptingor changing
sustainability policies—or “going green."
Those are some of thekey findings of the Connecticut Business & Industry Association's (CBIA) 2008 Sustainability and Connecticut Business Survey. The second annual survey found that Connecticut companies are dedicated to good corporate citizenship and community involvement and are looking for ways to remain environmentally sound, socially responsible and financially sensible. In the past year, the number of companies adopting green business practices has increased by 12 percentage points, from 47 percent to 59 percent. Read the full report (pdf).
ING Launches Green Initiative
ING has announced a new initiative Orange Goes Green. Environmental stewardship is an important part of our business philosophy. We want to conduct our business in an environmentally responsible manner, reducing our direct and indirect impact.
Our direct impact on the environment is caused by the energy we consume, the means of business travel we choose and the type and amount of paper we use. We are continuously assessing our activities to find ways to reduce our resource consumption even further.
See how ING is working to be a little greener in the U.S. Watch the video.
Governor Climate Change Leaders Announced
The Governor's Steering Committee is pleased to recognize and honor Connecticut's leaders in climate change action.
Two CBIA members, ING and Curtis Packaging, and five other organizations have been recognized for innovative efforts to address climate change. Read more information about the climate change awards and the winners.
Green on the Business Beat
Businessjournalism.org - June 19
Waste Management Backs Green Social Networking Site
Sustainable Life Media - June 19
The Method Method: Green, Nimble and Disruptive
Sustainability And Economy Behind Plant Renovations EnvironmnetalLeader.com - June 18
Square Milk and Mulch From Old Tires
CNNMoney.com - June 17
Area Buinesses Turn Green To Grow Profits Pressofatlanticcity.com - June 15
5 Easy Ways to make Your Business a Green Business The Huffington Post - June 12
Where Does Green Business Thrive?
Sustainable Industries - June 9