Daily Archives: February 3, 2009

Lexus and Scholastic Announce Winners of Lexus Eco Challenge #2

Posted on February 3, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the press release. To date, nearly 5,000 teens nationwide have taken part in this year’s Lexus Eco Challenge, an educational program and contest that inspires and empowers middle and high school students to learn about the environment and take … Continue reading →

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The latest from Renewable Energy World

Posted on February 3, 2009 by Laura B.

The latest issue of Renewable Energy Weekly is now available. Highlights include: US House and Senate Move Forward on American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Geothermal Market Update: Steady Growth in 2009 Inside Renewable Energy podcast: Learning from Renewable Energy Entrepreneurs … Continue reading →

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Landmark Study on Green Collar Jobs

Posted on February 3, 2009 by Laura B.

Via Librarians’ Internet Index. This study (published in 2007 and released in February 2008), “found that green collar jobs are highly suitable for people who would typically struggle to find work.” Includes the full report, findings from which were based … Continue reading →

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Greening the Ghetto

Posted on February 3, 2009 by Laura B.

Via Librarians’ Internet Index. January 2009 profile of Van Jones (born Anthony Jones), author of “‘The Green Collar Economy: How One Solution Can Fix Our Two Biggest Problems’ [in which] he argues that the best way to fight both global … Continue reading →

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Green Recovery: A Program to Create Good Jobs and Start Building a Low-Carbon Economy

Posted on February 3, 2009 by Laura B.

Via Librarians’ Internet Index. This report, published in September 2008, “shows that the U.S. can create two million jobs by investing in a rapid green economic recovery program.” Provides the full report, a summary of findings, and accompanying publications about … Continue reading →

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Green Jobs: Towards Decent Work in a Sustainable, Low-Carbon World

Posted on February 3, 2009 by Laura B.

Via Librarians’ Internet Index. This report, released in October 2008, examines definitions and policies, employment impacts, and employment outlook for jobs that contribute to preserving or restoring the environment. Employment sectors discussed include energy supply alternatives, green and energy-efficient buildings, … Continue reading →

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Green Job Boards

Posted on February 3, 2009 by Laura B.

Via Librarians’ Internet Index. List of job boards “that focus on social or environmental responsibility.” The listings (some with annotations) cover general green jobs and jobs in specific industries such as solar energy and green building. From the Green Collar … Continue reading →

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Greening the enterprise from top to bottom

Posted on February 3, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full post at Sustainable IT. Opportunities abound throughout organizations for applying green IT to cut costs and reduce waste.

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Green Building Call For Knowledge

Posted on February 3, 2009 by Laura B.

Do you want to spread the word about your LEED certified project, green building product or upcoming event? Are you an expert on a particular green building or sustainable design topic? Submit your content using the automated form and iGreenBuild’s … Continue reading →

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