Title taken from title screen (viewed June 19, 2008). "June 2008." Includes bibliographical references. "EPA-100-B-08-001."
Contents:
Introduction -- Why Climate Change Is a Business Issue -- Why EPA Partnership Programs? -- Climate Strategy for Business -- Program Finder Table -- Program Profiles -- AgStar -- Best Workplaces for Commuters -- Coalbed Methane Outreach Program -- Climate Leaders -- Coal Combustion Products Partnership -- Combined Heat and Power Partnership -- Design for the Environment Safer Product Recognition Program -- Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) -- ENERGY STAR Labeling -- ENERGY STAR Commercial Buildings -- ENERGY STAR Industry -- ENERGY STAR Qualified New Homes -- Great American Woodstove Changeout Campaign -- GreenChill Advanced Refrigeration Partnership -- Green Power Partnership -- GreenScapes -- Green Suppliers Network (GSN) -- Home Performance with ENERGY STAR -- Laboratories for the 21st Century -- Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) -- Lean and the Environment Initiative -- Methane to Markets Partnership -- Mobile Air Conditioning Climate Protection Partnership -- National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency -- Natural Gas STAR -- Outdoor Hydronic Heaters -- Performance Track (National Environmental Performance Track) -- PFC Emission Reduction Partnership -- Plug-In to eCycling -- Responsible Appliance Disposal Program -- SF6 Emission Reduction Partnership for Electric Power Systems -- Smart Growth Network -- SmartWay Transport Partnership -- Voluntary Aluminum Industrial Partnership -- WasteWise -- WaterSense -- Appendix A: Resources.
Summary:
The guide features profiles on 35 EPA climate-change related partnership programs, as well as a handy table so companies can look up programs most appropriate for their industry and business objectives. Each program profile defines the environmental value delivered by the program and the business case for participating, such as cost savings, operational efficiency, reduced business risk, new or expanded markets, enhanced reputation and brand protection. The guide also describes the benefits of partnering with EPA, such as environmental performance benchmarking, public recognition, professional training and networking, and preparation for regulatory developments. There are currently more than 13,000 firms and other organizations participating in EPA climate-related partnership programs. Through participation, members are investing in energy efficiency, clean energy supply, and other practices and technologies for mitigating climate risks. EPA developed the guide in consultation with Businesses for Social Responsibility (BSR), a nonprofit business association. BSR, which provides practical resources for businesses seeking sustainable solutions, is promoting the guide to its 250 members and other Global 1000 enterprises.
OCLC:
(OCoLC)232334802
Locations:
USUX851 -- Iowa State University - Parks Library (Ames)
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.