Daily Archives: July 31, 2009

Challenges in Eco Labeling: Brand Recognition and Credibility

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story at GreenBiz.com. My last post covered the Dean Foods announcement about their Horizon Natural line … this post covers another, quieter announcement:  Green Seal recently announced they’re rolling out a certification program for personal care products. … Continue reading →

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Cutting Water Use in the Textile Industry

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full post at Green, Inc. The process of making textiles can require several dozen gallons of water for each pound of clothing, especially during the dyeing process. Amid tightening environmental regulations and a push to save money, companies … Continue reading →

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Do Contaminants Play a Role in Diabetes?

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Scientific American. A study linking a pesticide in fish to diabetes adds to the growing chorus of studies suggesting that environmental contaminants may play a role in the widespread disease.

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Bamboo Boom: Is This Material for You?

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Scientific American. Daniel Smith remembers when he first tried to sell a bamboo floor. The San Francisco entrepreneur thought his woodlike product was attractive and durable, but when he took samples to a Dallas trade … Continue reading →

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Governors Call for Carbon-Neutral Buildings

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story in Scientific American. The National Association of Governors is the latest legislative group to support the American Institute of Architects‘ goal of zeroing out new and renovated buildings’ greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The NGA — … Continue reading →

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Taking Greenwashers to Task: FTC Enforcement Puts Manufacturers on Alert

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story at GreenBiz. Over the last month, I have traveled extensively visiting manufacturers across a wide spectrum of industries. During these discussions, there has been a recurring theme: Manufacturers have become more aware of the potential liabilities … Continue reading →

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Cash for Killing Your Lawn: Cities Get Creative on Water Savings

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story at GreenBiz. In Las Vegas, the [second-]biggest desert city in the U.S., and still one of the fastest-growing regions in the nation, the local water utility is offering cash incentives to replace water-sucking lawns with drought-resistant … Continue reading →

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Cement Industry Group Aims for Zero Waste

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story at GreenBiz. Concrete — the main downstream product for cement — is the world’s second most consumed material behind water, but its recycling rate varies wildly by region. The Netherlands, for example, banned concrete waste from … Continue reading →

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Climate Corps: Looking Through (Insulated) Glass for Energy Savings

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story at GreenBiz. Window film is cool stuff. Literally. It reflects the sun and insulates buildings. It is used to keep buildings cool on hot, sunny days, and to keep heat from escaping in cold climates. According to an article … Continue reading →

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Making the green's list

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Laura B.

Read the full story in the Philadelphia Inquirer. Ask any student on a college campus where the “green crowd” hangs out, and she will be able to tell you. At the University of Pennsylvania, she might point you to the … Continue reading →

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