As Sustainability Program Manager, Kristen Hansen will present on behalf of the UC San Diego Sustainability Resource Center tomorrow at Sustainable Solutions, an event that will bring innovators in sustainable practices together to share their unique solutions for making long-term sustainability a reality. Through her work with the Sustainability Resource Center, Kristen coordinates, tracks, and…
DetailsGreg Rex is a Health Coach and Lifestyle Entrepreneur. His passion for healthy living extends into a passion for surfing and for the environment. Greg says, “As a surfer, I believe that I have a responsibility to give the next generation a chance to enjoy what I enjoy.” Greg’s love of the ocean and his…
DetailsEnacted by California in January 2012, a Benefit Corporation (B CORP) allows companies to operate for a broader purpose. B CORPs are attractive because they downplay the Business Judgment Rule. In a typical corporate structure, the Business Judgment Rule requires a corporation to operate solely for the benefit of its shareholders. This means shareholders can…
DetailsOriginal Article by the NRDC Clean energy was a big winner yesterday. American voters not only re-elected a president who made green jobs a cornerstone of his first term and his campaign, they also rejected some of the shrillest champions of Big Oil and Big Coal in key Senate races from Massachusetts to Ohio, from…
DetailsU.S. Green Chamber President Irene M. Stillings will perform moderation duties at Sustainable Solutions, a panelist event on November 14th, 2012 at UC San Diego. Sustainable Solutions will bring together innovators in sustainable practices to share their unique solutions for making long-term sustainability a reality in homes, small businesses, and throughout the United States. Irene…
DetailsEcoDog Energy CEO, Ron Pitt will be a featured speaker and panelist at Sustainable Solutions, on November 14th, 2012 at UC San Diego. The event will bring together innovators in sustainable practices to share their unique solutions for making long-term sustainability a reality in homes, small businesses, and throughout the United States. With the support…
DetailsDavid Saltman is an advocate of environmental innovation who has pioneered sustainable business development for over two decades. He served on President Clinton’s task force that developed green procurement guidelines for the federal government, and was a founder of Flexform Technologies, the first natural fiber composites company in America. David was a founding member of…
DetailsWhile watching one of the debates between mayoral candidates Carl DeMaio and Bob Filner, you may be able to notice some similarities to the debates between presidential candidates Barack Obama and Mitt Romney. Each candidate is quick to point out the flaws in today’s economy and schools. Both are adamant in telling us how their…
DetailsRear Admiral L. R. “Len” Hering, Sr. will be a featured speaker and panelist at Sustainable Solutions, on November 14th, 2012 at UC San Diego. The event will bring together sustainable industry pioneers, such as Hering, to share their unique solutions for achieving long-term sustainability in small business and throughout the rest of the United…
DetailsOrinna is the Communications Manager at the U.S. Green Chamber of Commerce. She manages the design, production, and distribution of our weekly national newsletter. Orinna also helps coordinate USGCC events and contributes content for our blog and social media outlets. Orinna graduated from the University of Washington in Seattle with a double major in Political Science and Communications. Throughout…
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