An Environmentalist in Favor of More Consumption

Would the world be better if people consumed less? In his new book, Treasures of the Earth, University of Vermont professor Saleem Ali says no. He argues that disavowing consumption of oil, gems, precious metals, and minerals won’t help in planning for a resource-scarce future.

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Temple University Leads Survey to Unite Insurers in Covering a Green Economy

Temple University’s Fox School of Business and other leading academic institutions have joined with global insurers in a survey sponsored by the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative that sheds new light on the industry’s approach to sustainability and climate risks.

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Dreaming of a Green Christmas?

Ryerson University expert offers tips on how to enjoy a more environmentally friendly holiday season.

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NIH Awards University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy $1.5 Million for Male Fertility Research

University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy researcher looks at the adverse effects of environmental toxins on male fertility and disease.

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The Greening of a Motor Pool

Michigan Technological University's fleet of vehicles is going hybrid.

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Sustainability, a Strategic Imperative for College Dining Services

Sustainability is more than a buzzword within Williams College dining services; it's an imperative. One of the most important ways the college achieves sustainability is by reducing food waste and minimizing resource consumption -- a goal that is written into the department's systems, policies, infrastructure, and building design.

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Williams College Proves "Local" Is Affordable, Dining Services Supports Area Farms While Saving Money

On the front door of the Williams College dining services office -- a small grey clapboard house tucked in the middle of the school's campus in bucolic western Massachusetts -- staffers have placed a bumper sticker that reads "No Farms, No Food." It's a message the college takes to heart.

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Mountain Equipment Co-Op Among Top "Green" Retailers Worldwide

A report by Ryerson University, Canada, highlights best environmental practices of 15 of the top eco-friendly retailers worldwide.

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When It Comes to Imaging Supplies, There is No Excuse for Being Halfway Green

Businesses of all sizes will be surprised to learn that by purchasing recycled toner cartridges you can help to keep 1.9 billion pounds of waste out of landfills annually while saving up to 50 percent on the cost of printing and imaging supplies annually.

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