January 17, 2014
WSU soil scientist connects soil, biosolids & sustainability
Dr. Craig Cogger dishes the dirt: soil is a world teeming with billions of microorganisms and a carbon pool with the capacity to help us fight climate change. Dr. Craig Cogger is an Extension Soil Scientist and Soil Scientist at Washington State University in Puyallup. He conducts research in sustainable use of organic materials (biosolids, compost, […]

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January 14, 2014
Seattle Buildings on Track for Major Energy Savings
New Report Reveals Findings from City Energy Benchmarking Law A new report and infographic released by the Seattle Office of Sustainability and Environment on building energy use reveals that Seattle building owners are poised to save tens of millions of dollars on energy annually by improving their building’s energy efficiency. Seattle also recently released its Resource Conservation Management […]

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November 25, 2013
2013 Vision Awards Winners & Annual Report – A Community Leading Change
At the 2013 Vision Awards the Seattle 2030 District released the 2013 Annual Report – A Community Leading Change.  The report illustrates how much Seattle 2030 members have achieved since it launched the in September 2011. To read the report click the image above or visit the website www.2030district.org/seattle The Vision Awards honored members for […]

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November 22, 2013
GOGREEN SEATTLE 2014 | Call for Proposals
Proposal Deadline: December 6, 2013 Theme: Food and Sustainability Event Summary and Mission The GoGreen Conference is a one-day, interactive sustainability learning experience. With a distinct platform of bringing together leaders from across industries and sectors, GoGreen builds viable networks and cross-pollinates sustainability best practices throughout the regional business community. Our mission is to empower […]

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September 26, 2013
Safeco Field is setting the green standard in North American sporting arenas
Safeco Field is is on track for zero waste and is one of the greenest ballparks in the country thanks to waste diversion strategies implemented since 2006. Scott Jenkins, VP of Ballpark Operations has overseen a rise from 12% diversion rate in 2006 to the current rate of 86%. Initially focusing on cardboard, paper and […]

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August 13, 2013
Itron Releases 2012 Corporate Sustainability Report, Demonstrates Commitment to Corporate Citizenship
Itron, Inc. announced today the availability of its 2012 Corporate Sustainability Report (CSR). The report demonstrates Itron’s commitment to a sustainable future through its development of innovative solutions, corporate conservation initiatives and community giving programs. From decreased water and energy consumption to increased recycling activities, the report highlights Itron’s efforts to reduce its carbon footprint and encourage […]

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July 31, 2013
WCTA Breakfast: A New Golden Age of Agriculture
July 31 | at the Washington State Housing Finance Commission, 1000 Second Avenue, Suite 2800, Seattle. Panelists: John Gardner, Vice President and Dean, Bainbridge Graduate Institute, Moderator, and WCTA Board Member.  John has been a key leader in the growth of BGI over the past two years. Prior, he was VP at WSU responsible for […]

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February 20, 2013
WCTA Breakfast: Leadership and Sustainability–New Dynamics Part II
This WCTA breakfast featured Stan Gent (President & CEO, Seattle Steam Company), Susan Hansen (Director, Amgen), Jeff Hughes (Grounds & Sustainability Manager, Seattle Children’s), and Brett Phillips, Moderator (Director of Sustainability, Unico Properties) on February 20, 2013.  It was the second of a two-part series exploring the business aspects of corporate sustainability.

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December 6, 2012
WCTA Breakfast Panel: Leadership and Sustainability
Is there a difference between good business management and sustainability? Not according to the WCTA panel on December 6, 2012, which was moderated by WCTA Board Member John Gardner, Vice President and Dean of the Bainbridge Graduate Institute. Kevin Wilhelm of Sustainable Business Consulting said sustainability is almost completely consistent with hard-nosed business thinking.  It […]

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