I think sourcing ingredients locally is a huge part and challenge of being "green", because global sourcing is costly, to the environment and not good for our local economy, companies need to manufacture and source materials within their countries, it is vital that this be done, even if the cost is higher we have to stop thinking about the bottom line, at the expense of the planet.

Operating a green business is not only good for the environment, but good for your business's bottom line. Conserving resources and cutting down on waste saves money. The good news is that regardless of the type of business you run, there are simple things you can do, to run an environmentally friendly business.