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The Big Idea | Bethnal Green Ventures

Posted on September 6, 2010 by admin

Bethnal Green Ventures is a practical school for people who want to use the web and mobile technology to change stuff that really matters: from health care and education to employment and energy creation. http://bethnalgreenventures.com/the-big-idea/

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Degradable plastic bags – the solution?

Posted on September 5, 2010 by admin

For those of you interested in economics, you might like to know that ‘one use’ plastic bags are called a ‘market failure’. This is due to the fact that their pricing does not account for external factors such as the … Continue reading →

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Are corporate sustainability efforts worth it?

Posted on September 3, 2010 by admin

Those of you who are accountable for corporate sustainability or social responsibility activities at your company are doubtless aware of an editorial that appeared in the Wall Street Journal maybe two weeks ago with the rather scholarly title, “The Case … Continue reading →

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75 months and counting …

Posted on September 2, 2010 by admin

Quarter of the way in, we are perhaps further from holding back the warming tide than when we began. But there is still time says Andrew Simms guardian.co.uk, Wednesday 1 September 2010 07.00 BST. Twenty five months ago, working with my … Continue reading →

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Championing Corporate Social Responsibility

Posted on September 1, 2010 by admin

A recent op-ed published in the Wall Street Journal by Aneel Karnani has stirred up quite a reaction in the corporate responsibility (CR) community. For those not familiar with the op-ed, Mr. Karnani argues that “the idea of corporate social … Continue reading →

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Innovative hotel concepts from Springwise

Posted on August 25, 2010 by admin

With supply outstripping demand, competition is intense in the hotel industry, so hoteliers are always on the lookout for a distinctive new feature or promotional scheme to attract travellers to their accommodation rather than elsewhere. And it’s not always just … Continue reading →

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Yellow Woods Challenge

Posted on August 21, 2010 by admin

Your old copies of Yellow Pages can be recycled for ‘free’ environmental education materials check it out www.yellow-woods.co.uk

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Darling, did you pack your ethics?

Posted on August 19, 2010 by admin

Let’s face it: Since mass tourism emerged in the 1950s, a large part of the tourism and travel business has been exploitative, ignorant, unfriendly. In short: anything but a welcoming experience to the people involved – except the tourists, of … Continue reading →

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“The new rule; mobile first” Eric Schmidt. CEO Google

Posted on August 18, 2010 by admin

The guys at Brave New World agree with Eric, they’ve been banging the drum to clients and media agency colleagues for some time about the future being a mobile one. Here’s what they say: we believe functions like location based click to … Continue reading →

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What do you want to be When You Grow Up?

Posted on August 17, 2010 by admin

WYGU is a new social careers guidance and mentoring platform that helps you to find your perfect career, or help others find theirs. Whatever your age, whatever your occupation, if you’re looking for advice or if you have advice to … Continue reading →

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Leadership lessons from the front line

Posted on August 16, 2010 by admin

It’s an unfortunate fact that many businesses are currently in crisis.  Unfortunately many leaders fail to accept that they are in crisis, instead convincing themselves that the same old management including a series of small steps can make the problem go away.  … Continue reading →

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Time for humanity to step up to the plate

Posted on August 15, 2010 by admin

ISLAMABAD, Aug. 15 — UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has arrived in Islamabad to see for himself the Pakistan’s flood- hit areas and demonstrate the support of the UN and the international community for the Pakistani people and government. Ban Ki-moon … Continue reading →

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Free urban seasonal food

Posted on August 11, 2010 by admin

It’s right about this time of year that those with fruit trees and gardens in the Northern Hemisphere tend to get overwhelmed by homegrown abundance. We’ve already featured Giapo Gelato’s effort to claim some of that locally grown produce for … Continue reading →

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Too cool for school – celebs who cycle!

Posted on August 10, 2010 by admin

  Forget stretch-limos, a growing list of film stars, rock legends and leaders-of-the-free-world take to two-wheels for speedy, paparazzi-free transport and, of course, to keep their figures in trim. Film star Michelle Pfeiffer relaxes by taking her bike apart and … Continue reading →

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Be wary of ‘solar for free’ offers, householders told

Posted on August 9, 2010 by admin

With companies offering to fit homes with solar panels for free, experts say you can save more by paying for them yourself http://bit.ly/bnbJRj

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Green Garage helping drivers to become more green

Posted on August 6, 2010 by admin

http://www.springwise.com/automotive/greengarage/ report…where Luscious Garage helps keep green vehicles operating smoothly on the road, Green Garage focuses on helping vehicles on the road be more green. Launched earlier this year, Colorado-based Green Garage specializes in “green-tuning” cars to run cleaner, greener and … Continue reading →

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Marine food chain hit by ocean global warming

Posted on August 3, 2010 by admin

The entire marine food chain is in danger of collapse because of a decline in tiny phytoplankton, which scientists are linking to climate change and rising ocean surface temperatures. http://www.theecologist.org/News/

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Apls to Eye 2010 Expedition Complete

Posted on August 2, 2010 by admin

On Saturday 31st july 2010 just after midday www.sport4charity.net Alps to Eye expedition came to its end. A crowd of around 200 family and friends stood on the South Bank to see their very own heroes come ashore. The trip was … Continue reading →

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Alps to Eye Expedition 2010 almost complete…

Posted on July 30, 2010 by admin

3 ex-Royal Marine Commandos kayak 7 countries, over one thousand miles, the Channel and the Thames to help our heroes. The journey has been an immense physical and mental challenge. On June 27th 2010, the lads trekked 40 miles carrying … Continue reading →

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Like ducks to water – Alps to Eye 2010 www.sport4charity.net

Posted on July 29, 2010 by admin

It’s been an epic tale of adventures and now Phil, Rob and Sean have made it across English Channel they’re on schedule to be at the London Eye around 11-12 on Saturday. All in aid of www.helpforheroes.org.uk follow the boys … Continue reading →

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They’re coming to London www.sport4charity.net

Posted on July 28, 2010 by admin

Sport4charity www.sport4charity.net amazing Alps to Eye 1000 mile paddle in aid of Help for Heroes www.helpforheroes.org.uk is now entering the final phase of execution…all that is left now for the infamous three amigo’s (Phil, Rob and Sean) is a quick … Continue reading →

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The Green Marine and Sport4Charity

Posted on July 22, 2010 by admin

The Green Marine is very proud to be supporting the incredible 1000 miles of paddling ‘Alps to Eye’ expedition in aid of helpforheroes http://www.helpforheroes.org.uk/. To help celebrate and provide Phil, Rob and Sean with some much needed sun protection, The … Continue reading →

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The Most Important Leadership Quality for CEOs? Creativity

Posted on May 24, 2010 by admin

For CEOs, creativity is now the most important leadership quality for success in business, outweighing even integrity and global thinking, according to a new study by IBM. The study is the largest known sample of one-on-one CEO interviews, with over … Continue reading →

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Safety in the Sun – Top Tips

Posted on May 20, 2010 by admin

It seems to be getting hotter, maybe summer if finally on its way? Doh! Safety in the sun is something some of us may forget while we are busy basking in the glorious weather. In fact, even on a cloudy … Continue reading →

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BBC – Signs of Change with Chris Packham

Posted on May 17, 2010 by admin

The Home of Spring Watch – Chris Packham shows us how changes in nature around us provide solid proof that climate change is already happening. Some of the most powerful data has come from amateur naturalists and recorders. Chris investigates … Continue reading →

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