Tuesday, March 23, 2004

From Greenbuzz:

Taking Care of Business

Here's an emerging trend we're hoping will really catch on in the coming years: businesses celebrating St. Patrick's Day with an environmental spin on the traditional "wearing o' the green." A few major chains, such as Office Depot, took the opportunity last week of initiating environmental promotions in their stores in honor of the day. And why not? As any marketing professional will tell you, a little extra visibility always helps.

This week: Columnist Noel Morrin explains why promoting biodiversity makes good business sense.

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Headlines

The Latest News on Business and the Environment

Green Coalition Criticizes Cruise Industry Claims
A coalition of 30 environmental groups has criticized a joint initiative, announced by the International Council of Cruise Lines and Conservation International, to address the growing problem of cruise ship pollution.

Starbucks Brews up a Celebration of Environmental Stewardship
Starbucks Coffee Co. is brewing up a month of environmental awareness in stores throughout the U.S. and Canada from now through Earth Day.

From Landfill to Living Room: Turning Wooden Pallets into Flooring
From dross to dance floor; from garbage to golden flooring; from the landfill to the foyer: Whichever phrase you favor, it's what researchers at North Carolina State University are doing with the ubiquitous -- and usually cast-off -- wooden pallet.

California Vintner Launches Largest Solar Installation in Wine Industry
The largest solar-powered system in the wine world -- 4,032 panels -- is up and running at Rodney Strong Vineyards' 100,000 square-foot barrelhouse.

Vermont Renewable Energy Program Links Customers, Farms, Environment
Central Vermont Public Service has asked the Vermont Public Service Board to approve the state's first voluntary renewable energy offering for the company's 148,000 customers.

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Columns and Features
Insight and Inspiration from the Experts

Business Cannot Ignore Biodiversity Issues
Noel Morrin, international environment director at RMC Group, argues that biodiversity is becoming a vital issue for business.

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