April 22, 2013
by Eric Goldstein
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Bloomberg Administration Charting Bold, New Direction on Recycling in New York City

Eric Goldstein, Director of NRDC’s New York City Environment, NY
In a significant turnabout during his final year in office, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is orchestrating a shift in solid waste policies that should improve the … Continue reading

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May 23, 2012
by Sustainability
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SAP’s ‘Urban Matters’ takes on smarter cities, better government

The world’s largest business software company has launched a new initiative to focus on the many challenges that urban centers face when trying to tackle sustainability issues.

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April 24, 2012
by Reduce
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Walmart Publishes Global Responsibility Report

Written by Melissa Hincha-Ownby, Mother Nature Network Last week, Walmart released its 2012 Global Responsibility Report (GRR). The 2012 report covers sustainability issues at the retail giant during fiscal year 2011, which began on February 1, 2011 and ended on January 30, 2012. Walmart is a large company with a strong global presence and that [...] Continue reading

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February 7, 2012
by Frances Beinecke
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In Delhi, Leaders Call for Sustainable Action Today, Not Promises for Tomorrow

Frances Beinecke, President of NRDC, New York City
As I traveled through Mumbai and Delhi over the past few days, I’ve been awed by the rapid growth taking place in Indian cities. Statistics about urbanization abound, but experien… Continue reading

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November 18, 2010
by Editor, ENN
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Eco360 Trust, and The T Shirt as a Green Gift that Keeps on Giving

Goodbye cheap cotton T shirt. Hello ethical clothing! Cotton T shirts made in sweatshops that use up scarce fresh water are not wearing well for many companies anymore. Brands with sustainable business practices are increasingly looking to make their p… Continue reading

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