Tag Archives: sustainability in a down economy

Cut Energy, Cut Costs

Posted on July 28, 2009 by Elizabeth Liedel
Cut Energy, Cut Costs

Cutting the amount of energy you use in your business is an easy way to do a favor for both the environment and your bottom line. Businesses waste electricity all the time – by leaving appliances plugged in (even when … Continue Reading →

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States Offer an Alternative to Layoffs

Posted on June 16, 2009 by Elizabeth Liedel
States Offer an Alternative to Layoffs

The New York Times today highlights work-sharing plans, which offer an alternative to layoffs for cash-strapped businesses. Seventeen states offer work-sharing, whereby businesses can reduce workers’ hours and traditional state unemployment funds will provide a portion of the reduced pay. … Continue Reading →

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March 16 Presentation by the Author of Smart Green

Posted on February 28, 2009 by Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce
March 16 Presentation by the Author of Smart Green

A public presentation by Smart Green author, Jonathan Estes, will be hosted by the Center for Sustainable Enterprise at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler Business School on Monday, March 16 at 6pm. At the subsequent reception early release copies of the book will … Continue Reading →

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