March 04, 2010
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Environment Management Newsletter March 04, 2010 |
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GE bullish on province`s green power sector
One of the biggest sponsors of the Winter Olympics is also bullish on investing in British Columbia`s green energy sector. General Electric had a huge corporate presence at the 2010 Games, as a service provider, as a sponsor and as a broadcaster. Sponsorship contributions include a $4.5-million US mobile medical unit for athletes in the Sea to Sky region, and $700,000 toward a restoration and improvement of Robson Square ice rink, which has turned the downtown venue into one of the Games`s most popular family destinations. All of the high-tech `smart` household appliances ... |
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M&S vows to win green retail arms race
Marks & Spencer has outlined ambitious plans to become the world`s most sustainable retailer by 2015, with the announcement of no fewer than 80 new commitments under its eco and ethical manifesto known as Plan A. Under the extended programme, M&S will enhance all of the 2.7bn products it sells across food, clothing and home ranges to ensure thay boast at least one environmental feature, such as Fairtrade, Marine Stewardship Council or free range certification or use of more sustainable ingredients. The company said it will aim to modify half its products by 2015 and 100 per cent ... |
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