Saturday, April 5, 2008

Green for Business

We think green means green. This is a time period where environmental improvement is going to lead to profitability.”– Jeffrey R. Immelt, CEO, GE

Did you know?

  • Toyota’s hybrid technology helped make it the #1 foreign car manufacturer in the U.S.
  • Walgreen’s leadership earned distinction for installing solar panels on the rooftops of 96 retail stores and two distribution centers.
  • Whole Foods measured $1.4 million in earned media after going 100% renewable powered.
  • IBM saved $17.8 million worldwide in one year by encouraging employees to turn out the lights.
  • BP unexpectedly saved $650 million by reducing CO2 emissions in its factories.

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