(Eco-friendly cigarettes, anyone?) Imaginary friends: Don’t use a label that looks like a third-party endorsement but is actually made up. Outright lies: Never use totally fabricated claims or data. There are
Greenwashingis what happens when a hopeful public eager to behave responsibly about the environment is presented with "evidence" that makes an industry or a politician seem friendly to the environment when, in fact, the industry or the politician is not as wholly amicable as it or he might be...
To date, the greatest volume of research on the biodegradability of eco-plastics is regarding bioplastics, and specifically PLA, the most common, starch-based kind. Here's what we know: PLA is, in fact, biodegradable, but it's not easily biodegradable [source: Teschler]. We don't know ...
And if your existing system is working just fine, ditching it for something newer and greener may not be the most environmentally sound option. Consider these suggestions for operating your existing AC in a more eco-friendly manner. Set your AC to 78℉ in the summer, according to Energy.gov...
However, a soft drinks maker can’t control how we will dispose of its plastic bottles, nor can an appliance manufacturer decree whether we use the most or least eco-friendly settings on our laundry machines. It’s somewhat easier to quantify emissions for scopes 1 and 2. For energy use,...
An aerial view of most urban areas shows swathes of asphalt, black tar and gravel-ballasted rooftops. Heat radiates off of the dark roofs, and water rushes over the hard, hopefully impermeable surfaces. Yet, there is a new trend that breaks up the monotony of common roofs: the green roof...
Green packaging, sustainable packaging, and eco-friendly packaging are terms that all mean the same thing: packaging that has the lowest possible impact on the environment. This low impact is achieved in several ways: by limiting the packaging waste created; by using materials which are recyclable...
While the specific components of a branding package can vary based on your business needs, you’ll find these foundational elements are in most branding packages: Logo Often the first thing customers associate with your brand, a well-designed logo distinguishes you from competitors and can even im...
Additional ways to improve environmental sustainability include using climate friendly machines, such as electric tractors and compact loaders; implementing green technologies, such as solar panels and wind turbines; and training employees on the effects of climate change. The most productive approach is ...
Environmental conservation is crucial to sustainability. Organizations of all sizes can start by assessing their offices and facilities. Relatively easy ways to go greener include recycling computer hardware, paper, and other office supplies; purchasing recycled or eco-friendly supplies; using LED lights...