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MEDIA ADVISORY: Adapting for a Green Economy Report Launch

June 15, 2011
Location: New York, NY

How Will Companies Adapt to a Changing Climate?

New Guide Boosts Business Case for Valuing Ecosystem Services

By Suzanne Ozment and Aaron King on May 5, 2011

Representatives from over 60 organizations convened at the World Resources Institute on May 3 for the launch of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development’s (WBCSD) Guide to Corporate Ecosystem Valuation.

Are Your Wood Products Really Certified?

By Caitlin Clarke and Adam Grant on May 4, 2011

WRI experts answer questions on forest certification and the Lacey Act.

MEDIA ADVISORY: Corporate Ecosystem Valuation Event at World Resources Institute

April 28, 2011
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Business and NGO Leaders Discuss How to Integrate Ecosystem Valuation into Planning and Financial Analysis

Business and Climate

WRI seeks to engage the private sector to help solve climate and energy challenges by sharing strategies and solutions with corporate partners and helping businesses capture the competitive advantages offered by a zero-carbon future.

Next Practice Collaborative: Business in a Zero-Carbon Economy

Harnessing innovation and opportunity to develop the business case, tools and metrics that advance corporate climate leadership for a zero-carbon, climate-resilient economy.

Global Investor Forum Showcases Rising Sustainable Businesses

By Tracy Elsen on April 12, 2011

Ready to scale up, six environmental entrepreneurs from around the world make their case to investors in New York City.

Environmental Entrepreneurs: Beijing Sinen En-Tech Saves Water with Steam Recycling

By Tracy Elsen on April 5, 2011

With a new technique for reusing steam, a Chinese company helps industry save water and conserve energy.

Environmental Entrepreneurs: Mexico's 'Échale a Tu Casa' Builds Green Houses for Low-Income Families

By Tracy Elsen on April 4, 2011

Houses crudely constructed from sheets of cardboard and aluminum start to appear just south of the Mexico-United States border and stretch across the Mexican landscape. These homes, which are often overcrowded, unstable and made of dangerous materials, provide stark visual evidence of Mexico’s severe housing shortage.

Environmental Entrepreneurs: Mexico’s AliBio Harnesses the Power of Microbes

By Tracy Elsen on March 30, 2011

A Mexican company uses microbes to reduce chemicals used in agriculture and water treatment.

Environmental Entrepreneurs: China’s Ecostar Puts Used Copy Machines Back to Work

By Tracy Elsen on March 24, 2011

A company selling refurbished photocopiers creates jobs while reducing electronic waste.

MEDIA ADVISORY: Global Investor Forum 2011 at NYU Stern

March 17, 2011
Location: NEW YORK, N.Y.

Six environmentally focused companies from emerging markets to present to investors;

Keynote by Mac Heller, Executive Chairman of CODA Automotive, panel discussion, and more

Environmental Entrepreneurs: India's Husk Power Systems Converts Rice Husks into Energy

By Tracy Elsen on March 17, 2011

A renewable energy company provides clean electricity and job opportunities to India’s rural poor.

PRESS RELEASE: New initiative announced to help ICT industry measure carbon footprint

March 9, 2011
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C. & LONDON

New global guidance will provide common approaches for calculating carbon emissions of ICT products and services

Environmental Entrepreneurs: Ouro Verde Brings Green Business to the Amazon

By Tracy Elsen on March 9, 2011

A company sourcing Brazil nuts creates both environmental benefits and solid profits.

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