Posted by Chad on June 20, 2008 under Plastic | 
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I got an interesting email from Jim Moriarty this morning and couldn’t help but sign the pledge afterwards. I’d like you to check it out for yourself and, if you feel compelled to do so, head on over to the Surfrider Foundation to take “The Plastics Pledge.” Read more of this article »
Posted by Chad on June 16, 2008 under Workplace | Be the First to Comment
It doesn’t matter whether you run your business out of your garage or if you have hundreds of employees - there are a number of solutions to help your company become more environmentally friendly.
Before I start with my five essential tips, I want to share a quick video of encouragement from Google. Read more of this article »
Posted by Chad on June 9, 2008 under Cars, Digitech Laser, Gas Prices | Be the First to Comment
Everywhere you look, fuel surcharges are becoming a regular part of corporate life. As companies struggle to accommodate the rising price of gasoline, they are searching everywhere for solutions. Canada Post charges over 8% on all deliveries; WestJet recently announced $20, $30, and $45 charges on short, medium, and long flights (numbers that are less than the surcharges by Air Canada); and small businesses across Canada are either cutting back on their delivery service or charging extra for it. Read more of this article »
Posted by Chad on June 4, 2008 under Recycling | Read the First Comment
Americans throw away enough paper in a year to build a wall 12 feet high from New York City to Los Angeles. This fact is from earth911.org, a public service Website that focuses on recycling issues. Now that’s a lot of paper!Despite the hype that computer makers fed us a few years ago, the computer has NOT decreased the paper used in most offices today. According to the U.S. Conference of Mayors Clean Your Files Day Program, the average citizen uses 1 ½ pounds of paper per day. The average office employee uses 10,000 sheets of paper per year according to the Environmental Defense Fund. Read more of this article »
Posted by Chad on May 27, 2008 under Technology | Be the First to Comment
According to TreeHugger, Apple has applied for a patent which would allow computer screens to double as solar panels. While there’s nothing certain at this point, the idea is very intriguing. Integrating solar panels into electronic devices could provide significant benefits to the consumer. Think of all the college students and business people that need to lug their battery chargers with them to classes, meetings, the airport, and wherever else. Read more of this article »
