Terry Swack on the Green-Design Information Gap

Earlier this week, green-product design software and information services firm Sustainable Minds launched its first information services aimed at providing designers with some much-needed advice on sustainability issues. In this SLM interview, CEO Terry Swack walks us through the new offerings - and explains why they're needed now more than ever.

Dell Meets Carbon Neutral Goal Five Months Early

Aug. 7, 2008 - Dell says it has either reduced or offset 100% of the company's carbon impact from global operations - months ahead of its end-of-year deadline.

Retailers Press for Greener Packaging

Aug. 7, 2008 - Packaging firms are feeling the squeeze as retailers up their expectations for more recyclable, resource-efficient product packaging, according to a new industry report.

Nissan Unveils Fuel-Saving Gas Pedal

Aug. 7, 2008 - Nissan has developed an "eco pedal" system that prevents drivers from giving their vehicles too much gas.

New Device Helps Conference Venues Hold Low-Carbon Meetings

Aug. 7, 2008 - An event services outfit called Synanto is pitching conference venues on a highly energy-efficient electronic system to replace carbon-hungry, paper-based business meeting agendas, minutes, and presentations.

Consumers Want Companies to Shoulder the Green Burden

Aug. 7, 2008 - Nine in ten U.S. consumers think environmental responsibility is important, but they still expect companies to do most of the heavy lifting - by marketing greener products, according to a new report.

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