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Managing a Remote Workforce: During and After Coronavirus

Sustainability Consulting

million employees work at home, telecommuters can save the nation nearly 30 million gallons of gas per workday. Less energy consumption at home: Offices typically consume more energy than home offices, and employees tend to treat energy usage differently in the office than in their homes.

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The year WeTransfer 'measured everything': Converting data into climate action

Business Green

In response, 2022 stepped up its efforts to understand and then tackle its four biggest sources of emissions: servers, business travel, energy, and gas. Research energy providers, if you have a shared office space engage with your landlord - focus on processes that don't require massive investments.

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Event - New Frontiers in Renewable Energy and Resources

Green Market Oracle

New Frontiers in Renewable Energy and Resources will take place on November 25-26, 2019 in Rome, Italy. The theme is "Renewable Energy for a Better Future" and the it will include: Keynote talks, Plenary sessions, Discussion Panels, B2B Meetings, Poster symposia, Video Presentations, and Workshops.

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Pros and Cons of Drip Irrigation

Green Business Bureau

Drip irrigation is a watering system that uses a network of pipes or tubes and emitters to steadily supply water to plants directly at the roots, minimizing the water often wasted due to evaporation, runoff and overwatering. Water efficiency from drip irrigation also translates into energy savings.

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ESG and Sustainability: How to Improve Your ESG Score

Green Business Bureau

ESG initiatives centred around the environmental impact of your company can result in decreased resource use and waste, and thus can significantly decrease costs. In terms of the environmental aspect of ESG, main drivers include energy usage and source (renewable or fossil fuel-based), water usage, waste production and CO2 emissions.

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What Is B Corp? B Corp Certification Guide + Quick Assessment

Green Business Bureau

Download Now The B Corp movement was adopted under the idea that the most challenging global problems cannot be solved by non-profits and governments alone. The minimum wage is not enough to meet the basic needs of employees – to cover housing, energy, food, and childcare costs. Monitor and evaluate the plan.

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The prospects for I-1631 eliminating 20 million tons of carbon pollution annually by 2035

Low Carbon Prosperity

To download a copy of the full analysis, click here for a PDF version. While 70% of total expenditures are directed toward “Clean Energy & Clean Air” investments, additional claims on those funds may diminish the amount made available for direct emission reduction activities.