SUSTAINABILITY RESOURCES & LINKS
Companies Speed Recovery By Going Green Now
Smart companies worldwide aren't waiting for the economic recovery to green up their business practices. The steps they are taking now to improve the sustainability of their operations often help to accelerate their recovery from tough economic times much more quickly. Find out how in this article written by Kalpa principal Ray Berardinelli.
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Talk It Up: Sustainable Systems At Work
Kalpa has hosted a series of conversations about Sustainable Systems at Work, using the new discussion guide of the same title from the Northwest Earth Institute. The conversations attracted participants from The City of Portland, Portland Public Schools, The City of Beaverton, The Energy Trust of Oregon and a number of private firms. If you're interested in joining Kalpa's next session, to begin in mid-January, drop us an email at info@kalpaconsulting.com. We can also help you set up a SSAW discussion group inside your own organization.
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The Natural Step:Walking the Talk
Kalpa recently briefed the management team of a regional community services organization on the principles of The Natural Step. The internationally recognized TNS framework provides a systematic planning process that helps organizations develop a shared vision of sustainability, then typically follows four basic phases which are repeated as the organization progresses toward their vision. Kalpa consultants can help facilitate the process inside your organization. Email us at info@kalpaconsulting.com to explore next steps.
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The Corporate Social Responsibility Newswire
CSRwire a good source for the latest publishments of CSR reports. Click here to go to CSRwire
U.S. Companies and Greenhouse Gas Regulations
This is an excellent overview of the greenhouse gas regulation landscape, both potential benefits and pitfalls.
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