Blog 4 min read Sustainability Lexicon: Top Terms to Know for International Day of Forests One-third of the Earth’s land mass is covered by forests – beautiful, useful, and the essence of sustainability. Read the post
Green Champions 4 min read Burton Snowboards believes the most sustainable product is one that lasts In the first part of a two-part interview, Jenn Swain, Sustainable Innovation Project Manager at Burton Snowboards, talks about the interplay between profitability and sustainability, and innovation – including downcycling old snowboards for use at Vermont breweries. Stephanie Kohn, Director of Brand Management, covers partnering with sustainable vendors Read the post
Green Champions 3 min read Green Champions – Air Canada is contributing to a low carbon biofuel future In the second part of a two-part interview, Teresa Ehman, P.Eng., Director, Environmental Affairs at Air Canada, Canada’s largest commercial airline, speaks about biofuels and sustainability reporting, and Joe Sorella, Manager, Corporate Services, covers sustainable purchasing. Read the post
Uncategorised 3 min read A businesslike look at America Recycles Day The recycling and composting rate for municipal solid waste (MSW) in the United States was 34 percent in 2016, the same level as in 2010, and up from 29 percent in 2000. So, while there has been progress, there’s still work to do. Read the post
Green Champions 4 min read Green Champions – Air Canada is investing $10 billion in low emission aircraft Teresa Ehman, P.Eng., Director, Environmental Affairs at Air Canada, covers commercial aviation’s landmark climate action plan, and Air Canada’s drive to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. Read the post
Blog 2 min read Extraordinary water conservation is an everyday result for Rolland The Rolland mill manufactures premium post-consumer recycled papers while recirculating each drop of water 30 times. Read the post
Green Champions 3 min read Green champions – Patagonia still doesn’t want you to buy that jacket, but will sell you a used one In the second part of a two-part interview, Paul Hendricks, Environmental Responsibility Manager for Patagonia, talks about Worn Wear, consumerism and a memorable ad, and loyal customers who read every word of Patagonia catalogs. Read the post
Green Champions 3 min read Green champions – Patagonia is a mission-driven activist company In the first part of a two-part interview, Paul Hendricks, Environmental Responsibility Manager for Patagonia, talks about having a chief executive activist who is also CEO,environmentalism in business, and how to stay true to your mission. Read the post
Blog 4 min read Sustainably inspirational cities With more than 80 per cent of North Americans now living in urban areas, the actions of city governments, residents and businesses are critical to making inroads in sustainability. We’ve found four examples of inspirational initiatives which are changing cities for the better that mirror the values that drive our sustainable manufacturing practices. Read the post
Green Champions 4 min read Green Champions – Canopy sees environmental leadership shifting to companies Nicole Rycroft, Founder and Executive Director of Canopy, a Vancouver-based non-profit that harnesses the power of the marketplace to help protect the world’s endangered forests, speaks about the environmental role of businesses, creative solutions, and the rare spirit bear. Read the post
