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According to C.K. Prahalad, a professor of corporate strategy at the Ross School of Business of the University of Michigan, corporations seeking to create new markets addressing the needs of the billions of poor people living at the bottom of the economic pyramid can - and should - use that effort to drive sustainability and innovation within their own ranks.

This declaration, crated at a conference most of the world's media ignored, is important because it reflects the position of indigenous peoples of the Earth, and it emphasizes yet again the importantce of dealing with climate and other issues that are hazardous to the biosphere, which makes life viable for humans.

Until a few years ago, Nuno da Silva's arcane occupation -- professional pollution calculator -- was of little utility to the corporate world. But in these days of global-warming worries and greener-than-thou marketing, companies suddenly can't get enough of his services. Revenue at the division he manages exploded 150% in 2008 and continues to expand this year, despite the recession. Since the beginning of 2008, he has added 13 people to his staff, bringing the number of employees to 16.

When consumers can know the footprint of a product -- not merely the carbon footprint -- but the full enviro-footprint of every stage from extraction of materials, to converging of materials to production to packaging to shipping through use and disposal for every component of every product (at least for mass produced products) than consumers will begin choosing the better choices from an environmental perspective.

As part of our sustainable development interview series, Leila Chirayath Janah, CEO of Samasource was kind enough to share some of her thoughts with us today. A big thank you to Leila and her team for taking the time out of their busy schedules... 1. Could you briefly explain your role and responsibilities within the organization?

An interesting new publication from the Royal Society titled The impact of population growth on tomorrow's world addresses some of the following questions: How do we best approach the problem of unsustainable population growth? How do we cope with unprecedented rates of demographic change? What is the relationship between population size and conflict? And should we change retirement age as population age rises?

EthicalandGreen.net is a resource for all who seek to translate concerns over the climate and compassion for humanity into real-time changes in their lifestyle. A selection of the top news stories of interest along with a full mashup of what is happening in the green and ethical world, you are sure to find something of interest.

Well, maybe not as macho a title as Commander-In-Chief, but a lot more earth friendly. George Washington was a "scientific" farmer of his day, and absolutely loved it. He introduced the mule, which fertilizes as it plows, into American agriculture. He planted many of his own trees by hand, which is remarkable given that he had over 300 slaves. He even had compostable teeth-made of wood.

Check out how chocolate gets a green upgrade on the most romantic day of the year. Oh chocolate, how I love thee! You are the perfect drink of choice on a cold winter's day, and you make hot summer days seem tolerable with your frozen goodness on a stick. Whether you're a 100% chocolate candy bar, or only 25% of the topping on a sundae, you're still one of the greatest treats around to consume.

Long term loans Houston are designed solely for the purpose of providing immediate financial relief, especially to those with serious credit disputes. Any applicant with troubles related to CCJS, IVA, arrears and defaults can benefit these loans. Besides, the applicant is free to make use of the loans, as per the required and the circumstances, without much of any interference from that of the lender.

"Green cleaning is a phrase you've likely heard more often over the years. While the term clearly suggests using environmentally-friendly products over conventional cleaning solutions, what does this trend mean for janitorial services?   The idea that cleaning companies should be mindful of their environmental impact is not a new one, but it hasn't yet been fully implemented in the janitorial industry. The prevalence of green cleaning is growing significantly; this is not a temporary trend in the janitorial market, but a way for cleaning businesses to improve and innovate their service offerings.   What do you need to know about green cleaning in the market today? Here are 5 fast facts about eco-friendly cleaning practices:   Green cleaning products are typically lower in cost than their conventional alternatives.   Green cleaners, contrary to common misconception, cost less than conventional cleaners over time. This is mainly because green cleaning products are potent and condensed, allowing you to use less product while achieving the same result. Research has proven that companies who implement green cleaning products experience less employee illness and injury.   Conventional cleaning products often contain harsh chemicals that may result in irritation of the eyes, throat, and nose. Harsh chemical cleaners can also trigger headaches. The health of janitors and other employees who are in frequent contact with cleaning products is at risk if harsh chemicals are present in the products.   The desire among consumers for environmentally-friendly cleaning products and services is rising quickly. There is more information available to consumers than ever about conventional chemicals and the harm they may cause, both to the environment and people's health. As such, more and more consumers are seeking cleaning businesses that offer green products and services. Cleaning companies will need to implement green cleaning solutions to keep up with consum

Hydroponic is a soil-free technique for growing food using a solution of essential nutrients. In this article, you will learn about the advantages of hydroponic gardening.

EcoLocker Ltd was founded as a result of years of planning and research into emerging markets and sustainable energies. Learn about the different types of renewable energy and how they work.

Renewable energy targets for 2020 have the ambitious aim of generating 15% of the energy requirement of the country through renewable sources.

The top five finalists have been selected in SDialogue's $10,000 "S Contest," and voting has now begun. Over 40 entries were received and narrowed down to the list of five finalists. Perry Goldschein, partner at SDialogue stated: "It was a tough job choosing finalists due to the high quality of the responses, and moving stories. Our main criterion was the amount of positive, ongoing impact on society and/or the environment that entrants can have."

So you've got a pair of shoes (or a couple pairs of shoes) that are old, outta style, you're not in love with them anymore, etc. etc. What do you do with them? Here are a couple of ideas for your old footwear. If you have any other suggestions, share them.

For 50 years, Colorado Rocky Mountain School (CRMS) has practiced environmental stewardship and a commitment to sustainability. Sprawling over 300 acres of pasture and farmland at the base of western Colorado's snow-capped Mount Sopris, the high school promotes hard, meaningful work both within the classroom and, uniquely, outside, carrying on the ethos of its founders who were looking to start an independent, coed boarding school that would be "an antidote to modern, easy living" and believed that "work breeds confidence, self-satisfaction, the will to live."

As part of our ongoing interview series, Nigel Waller, CEO of Movirtu, shares his thoughts on applying technology and mobile solutions to help those people at the "base of the pyramid" (BoP).

The year 2013 witnessed some significant milestones in renewable power generation and transmission, inculding the opening of some of the world's biggest wind, solar and bio-gasification plants. Power-technology.com picks the ten biggest clean energy developments from 2013.

The year 2013 witnessed some significant milestones in renewable power generation and transmission, inculding the opening of some of the world's biggest wind, solar and bio-gasification plants. Power-technology.com picks the ten biggest clean energy developments from 2013. The London Array, the world's biggest offshore wind farm, at 630MW installed capacity was opened in July 2013.