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Sustainable Real Estate: Trends and Trajectories

Green Business Bureau

Whether it’s a new build or a retrofit (also referred to as greenhabbing , or green rehabbing an older building to be more eco-friendly), the real estate industry is moving towards sustainability because a low-carbon building is proven to have lower operating costs, improved resale value and higher occupancy rates.

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SDG 13: Climate Action

Green Business Bureau

There has been an estimated 6% drop in carbon emissions due to altered lifestyles in COVID-19. Improve climate change education. Top Carbon Emission Contributors. Some of the major focus areas include reducing fossil fuel use, sustainable sourcing, accountability and transparency, and public education. SDG 13 Targets.

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How To Buy Carbon Offsets: 6 Certified and Vetted Options

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The voluntary carbon offset market is rocketing, with the Ecosystem Marketplace reporting an annual market value of ~$1 billion in 2021, which was an all-time high. This can make things difficult for business leaders like you, looking to reduce their carbon footprint through purchasing offsets. The rules of carbon offsetting.

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What is SDG 13 (Climate Action): How To Apply It In Your Business

Green Business Bureau

There has been an estimated 6% drop in carbon emissions due to altered lifestyles in COVID-19. Improve climate change education. Top Carbon Emission Contributors. Some of the major focus areas include reducing fossil fuel use, sustainable sourcing, accountability and transparency, and public education. SDG 13 Targets.

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Why we need some long-term thinking at Davos

Business Green

Recent data shows that of the 30 raw materials the EU classifies as critical, 19 are predominantly imported from China, a country where Covid restrictions and impacts continue to negatively affect the production and supply of goods. The price of these resources is also increasing. Today we are experiencing a polycrisis.

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Employee Engagement in Retail Sustainability (Green Culture Guide)

Green Business Bureau

The policies, procedures, ethics, values, attitudes, goals, code of conduct and employee behavior combine to define the culture of your business. Look to keep your educational efforts light so that your employees don’t feel lectured. Employee education is an initiative that’s championed by Starbucks. Download Now.

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The Seven Sins of Greenwashing

Green Business Bureau

It’s an easy way to capitalize on the ethical consumer. Greenwashing is more than a question of ethics. A tarnished brand reputation and negative consumer perspectives. Through education we can understand these common marketing traps. Plus, many of these consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable alternatives.