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Panera to take artificial additives off the menu | GreenBiz.com - 0 views

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, it is making a bold pledge to remove all artificial additives - including coloring and preservatives - from its café menus by the end of 2016.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">, it is making a bold pledge to remove all artificial additives - including coloring and preservatives - from its café menus by the end of 2016.</div>

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Nat Geo announces Earth Week, premieres new season of 'Years of Living Dangerously,' un... - 1 views

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Adriana Trujillo on 19 Oct 16

National Geographic is dedicating its television programming to climate change topics for an entire week beginning October 30, in 171 countries and 45 languages. The programming will include the second season premiere of climate change series "Years of Living Dangerously," which explores a range of climate change topics through the eyes of celebrity correspondents. In addition, National Geographic's week of programming will feature Leonardo DiCaprio's new climate change documentary "Before the Flood."

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">National Geographic is dedicating its television programming to climate change topics for an entire week beginning October 30, in 171 countries and 45 languages. The programming will include the second season premiere of climate change series "Years of Living Dangerously," which explores a range of climate change topics through the eyes of celebrity correspondents. In addition, National Geographic's week of programming will feature Leonardo DiCaprio's new climate change documentary "Before the Flood."</div>

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RELEASE: Renewable Energy Buyers Alliance Forms to Power the Corporate Movement to Rene... - 0 views

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BSR, Rocky Mountain Institute, World Resources Institute, and World Wildlife Fund created the Renewable Energy Buyers Alliance, which combines the strengths of their respective programs to help corporations deploy an additional 60 GW of renewable energy capacity in the United States by 2025.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">BSR, Rocky Mountain Institute, World Resources Institute, and World Wildlife Fund created the Renewable Energy Buyers Alliance, which combines the strengths of their respective programs to help corporations deploy an additional 60 GW of renewable energy capacity in the United States by 2025.</div>

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Washington, DC, Approves 50% Renewable Electricity By 2032 Target | CleanTechnica - 0 views

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Adriana Trujillo on 22 Aug 16

Washington DC enacted a law committing the district to 50% renewable energy by 2032. In addition, the bill lays out a program to cut electricity bills in half for about 100,000 district residents by 2032 through the use of renewables.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Washington DC enacted a law committing the district to 50% renewable energy by 2032. In addition, the bill lays out a program to cut electricity bills in half for about 100,000 district residents by 2032 through the use of renewables.</div>

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The Ellen MacArthur Foundation launches new report 'Circular Economy in India' - 1 views

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Adriana Trujillo on 20 Dec 16

"Circular Economy in India: Rethinking Growth for Long-Term Prosperity" (Ellen Macarthur Foundation) finds that following a circular economy development path could unlock $624 billion in benefits annually by 2050, compared to the country's current development path. The report also finds that this development path would enable India to cut GHG emissions by an additional 44% by 2050, compared to its current development path.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"Circular Economy in India: Rethinking Growth for Long-Term Prosperity" (Ellen Macarthur Foundation) finds that following a circular economy development path could unlock $624 billion in benefits annually by 2050, compared to the country's current development path. The report also finds that this development path would enable India to cut GHG emissions by an additional 44% by 2050, compared to its current development path.</div>

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Amping Up Innovation: 20 Purpose-Driven Brands Rise to the Challenge of New Made to Mat... - 0 views

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Adriana Trujillo on 23 Mar 16

Target updated its Made to Matter product standards, which now require the 20 participating brands to meet at least one of its sustainability-driven criteria. The criteria include reducing waste and packaging, integrating circularity principles into production processes, eliminating the use of additives and "harsh" chemicals, and more.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Target updated its Made to Matter product standards, which now require the 20 participating brands to meet at least one of its sustainability-driven criteria. The criteria include reducing waste and packaging, integrating circularity principles into production processes, eliminating the use of additives and "harsh" chemicals, and more.</div>

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Real Estate Weekly » Blog Archive » Developers turning New York into Big Gree... - 0 views

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New York City's sustainable programs have helped it become one of the most environmentally friendly cities in the U.S., writes Jonathan Pappas. Some reasons behind this have to do with the construction industry. For instance, the city's PlaNYC initiative includes a "local energy conservation construction code which holds all new construction and renovations to the most current energy efficiency standards." In addition, replacing older heating units with ones that use cleaner fuel is a priority

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">New York City's sustainable programs have helped it become one of the most environmentally friendly cities in the U.S., writes Jonathan Pappas. Some reasons behind this have to do with the construction industry. For instance, the city's PlaNYC initiative includes a "local energy conservation construction code which holds all new construction and renovations to the most current energy efficiency standards." In addition, replacing older heating units with ones that use cleaner fuel is a priority</div>

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PepsiCo Focus of New Campaign To Remove "Conflict Palm Oil" from America's Snack Foods ... - 0 views

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Adriana Trujillo on 16 Oct 13

activists with Rainforest Action Network (RAN) delivered a set of demands to local food giant PepsiCo, Inc. regarding the company's use of the controversial food additive palm oil in its products. RAN recently announced a new national campaign to remove "Conflict Palm Oil" responsible for rainforest destruction, human rights violations and carbon pollution from America's snack foods.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner"> activists with Rainforest Action Network (RAN) delivered a set of demands to local food giant PepsiCo, Inc. regarding the company's use of the controversial food additive palm oil in its products. RAN recently announced a new national campaign to remove "Conflict Palm Oil" responsible for rainforest destruction, human rights violations and carbon pollution from America's snack foods. </div>

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Water Beliefs That No Longer Hold Water · Environmental Management & Energy N... - 0 views

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Adriana Trujillo on 03 Apr 14

A study recently published by researchers at the University of Indiana points out that Americans seem to have a "slippery grasp" of the amount of water consumed for and by different activities. In addition, they are often confused as to ways to conserve water.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A study recently published by researchers at the University of Indiana points out that Americans seem to have a "slippery grasp" of the amount of water consumed for and by different activities. In addition, they are often confused as to ways to conserve water.</div>

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Zero Waste Strategies Create New Revenue Streams · Environmental Management &... - 0 views

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Adriana Trujillo on 08 May 14

In addition to putting programs into place to reduce waste, smart companies are identifying ways to repurpose waste into useful raw materials.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">In addition to putting programs into place to reduce waste, smart companies are identifying ways to repurpose waste into useful raw materials.</div>

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'Toilet-to-Tap' Program Recycles Wastewater · Environmental Management & Ener... - 0 views

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A second Texas city has begun using treated wastewater to boost drinking water supplies as the state struggles with drought. Wichita Falls is now recycling millions of gallons of wastewater, CBS News reports. The toilet-to-tap program ensures the water is purified to meet government drinking standards; the water is then sent to a treatment plan for additional purification.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A second Texas city has begun using treated wastewater to boost drinking water supplies as the state struggles with drought. Wichita Falls is now recycling millions of gallons of wastewater, CBS News reports. The toilet-to-tap program ensures the water is purified to meet government drinking standards; the water is then sent to a treatment plan for additional purification.</div>

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Builders turn to 'greywater' at construction sites - Sacramento Business Journal - 0 views

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The cost of doing business in California has risen for builders who, in the face of the severe drought, now need to find grey water to keep the dust down. In addition, many are building xeriscaping into home design to reduce water use. "We're addressing a social need -- that we have to find ways to live with less water," said Barry Grant, Northern California division president for Meritage Homes. American City Business Journals/Sacramento, Calif. (5/7)

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The cost of doing business in California has risen for builders who, in the face of the severe drought, now need to find grey water to keep the dust down. In addition, many are building xeriscaping into home design to reduce water use. "We're addressing a social need -- that we have to find ways to live with less water," said Barry Grant, Northern California division president for Meritage Homes. American City Business Journals/Sacramento, Calif. (5/7) </div>

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Ford Reduces Water and Oil Use in Plants Globally with Expansion of Near-Dry Machining ... - 0 views

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Ford expanded the use of its near-dry machining technology to 6 additional manufacturing plants worldwide. When applied to engine production, Ford claims the technology uses 50% less water and 80% less oil than traditional methods.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Ford expanded the use of its near-dry machining technology to 6 additional manufacturing plants worldwide. When applied to engine production, Ford claims the technology uses 50% less water and 80% less oil than traditional methods.</div>

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America Needs a Real Definition of What a 'Natural' Food Is | WIRED - 0 views

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Major food brands, including Taco Bell and Pizza Hut, have recently announced that they're going "natural" by ditching chemical additives, unsustainable palm oil and other potential nasties. The lack of a standardized definition for "natural" product claims will water down the impact of such efforts and make it easier for less conscientious rivals to jump on the bandwagon, writes Nick Stockton.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Major food brands, including Taco Bell and Pizza Hut, have recently announced that they're going "natural" by ditching chemical additives, unsustainable palm oil and other potential nasties. The lack of a standardized definition for "natural" product claims will water down the impact of such efforts and make it easier for less conscientious rivals to jump on the bandwagon, writes Nick Stockton. </div>

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FACT SHEET: President Obama Announces New Actions to Bring Renewable Energy and Energy ... - 0 views

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President Obama announced that an additional 15 U.S. cities (19 cities were committed prior to this update) have signed onto the Compact of Mayors-a global platform that helps cities accelerate their sustainability and climate change resiliency efforts. The president set a goal to have at least 100 U.S. cities signed onto the Compact of Mayors by the end of November 2015.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">President Obama announced that an additional 15 U.S. cities (19 cities were committed prior to this update) have signed onto the Compact of Mayors-a global platform that helps cities accelerate their sustainability and climate change resiliency efforts. The president set a goal to have at least 100 U.S. cities signed onto the Compact of Mayors by the end of November 2015.</div>

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Plastic Waste Causes $13 Billion in Marine Life Damage · Environmental Manage... - 0 views

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Plastic waste causes $13 billion in annual financial damage to marine ecosystems, though the actual cost of plastic waste to the overall environment may be much higher, according to two reports released at a meeting of the United Nations Environment Assembly. One report, the UN Environment Programme Year Book, notes that when plastic material fouls fishing equipment and pollutes beaches it threatens tourism, fisheries and businesses in addition to marine life.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Plastic waste causes $13 billion in annual financial damage to marine ecosystems, though the actual cost of plastic waste to the overall environment may be much higher, according to two reports released at a meeting of the United Nations Environment Assembly. One report, the UN Environment Programme Year Book, notes that when plastic material fouls fishing equipment and pollutes beaches it threatens tourism, fisheries and businesses in addition to marine life.</div>

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PepsiCo* Announces Carbon Pollution Reductions and Efforts to Curb Climate Change | Gre... - 0 views

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PepsiCo announced that its transportation fleet reduced fuel consumption by 24% from 2010 levels, enabling the company to avoid 55,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions. PepsiCo also announced new efforts to seek lower-carbon fuels from suppliers, join the Business for Social Responsibility's Future of Fuels program, purchase additional electric delivery vehicles, and help to develop appropriate U.S. fleet fuel efficiency standards.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">PepsiCo announced that its transportation fleet reduced fuel consumption by 24% from 2010 levels, enabling the company to avoid 55,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions. PepsiCo also announced new efforts to seek lower-carbon fuels from suppliers, join the Business for Social Responsibility's Future of Fuels program, purchase additional electric delivery vehicles, and help to develop appropriate U.S. fleet fuel efficiency standards.</div>

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China to Increase Wind, Solar Power Capacity by 21% in 2016 - Bloomberg Business - 0 views

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China, the world's biggest clean energy investor, plans to increase wind and solar power capacity by more than 21 percent next year as it works to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by cutting its reliance on coal. The nation is targeting at least 20 gigawatts of new wind power installations and 15 gigawatts of additional photovoltaic capacity next year, the National Energy Administration said in a statement on Tuesday.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">China, the world's biggest clean energy investor, plans to increase wind and solar power capacity by more than 21 percent next year as it works to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by cutting its reliance on coal. The nation is targeting at least 20 gigawatts of new wind power installations and 15 gigawatts of additional photovoltaic capacity next year, the National Energy Administration said in a statement on Tuesday.</div>

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TransCanada Fights Keystone Denial With $15 Billion Appeal - Bloomberg Business - 0 views

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TransCanada wants the US to pay it $15 billion to recoup costs and damages related to President Barack Obama's refusal to approve the Keystone XL oil pipeline. In addition to planning the claim under the North American Free Trade Agreement, the company sued the US government in federal court in Texas, claiming Obama's November decision exceeded his constitutional authority.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">TransCanada wants the US to pay it $15 billion to recoup costs and damages related to President Barack Obama's refusal to approve the Keystone XL oil pipeline. In addition to planning the claim under the North American Free Trade Agreement, the company sued the US government in federal court in Texas, claiming Obama's November decision exceeded his constitutional authority.</div>

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Deal Protects Canada's Great Bear Rainforest | Al Jazeera America - 0 views

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British Columbia will protect around 85% of the Great Bear Rainforest, which is "one of the world's largest temperate rainforests." The additional 15% will be available for logging under the "most stringent" standards in North America.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">British Columbia will protect around 85% of the Great Bear Rainforest, which is "one of the world's largest temperate rainforests." The additional 15% will be available for logging under the "most stringent" standards in North America.</div>

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