Two major chocolatiers announce commitments to source cocoa mass from sustainably harvested sources, bringing fair trade chocolate bars to the mainstream.
A study of purchasing behavior in countries around the world finds that yet again, shoppers say they'll pay more for green products, even despite the recession. But are there actions to back up those words?
Navigating the process of finding Recovery funds and bidding on projects can be a complex and time-consuming process for business owners. Based on information provided by the General Services Administration, we created an interactive map that shows where these recovery funds have been appropriated across the U.S. and a couple of its territories.
Electric vehicles are getting a boost from two major retailers: Best Buy has announced that it will be selling a range of plug-in transport options, and McDonald's has launched an EV charging station test at one of its North Carolina franchises.
Funding from states and the federal government to spur the growth of green jobs is starting to pay off, and community colleges are graduating the first class of new green-collar workers. Plus: a national map of where job-training programs have begun.