Increasingly businesses are asking themselves whether to rent or to buy. But what exactly is the difference and why might one option be preferable to another? Product renting or leasing is a service that allows businesses to pay for continuous access to a product over an agreed period of time. The manufacturer or owner of…Read More…

Seeing that big pile of presents under the Christmas tree – and the often bigger pile of packaging and wrapping it somehow produces – can make any parent feel a little guilty about their impact on the environment. Americans throw away around 25% more trash during the holiday season than they do the rest of…Read More…

The new year is fast approaching, and this is traditionally a time when we pledge to make changes in our lives for the better. It could be to eat more healthily, get into shape, give up a vice or generally just live in a more positive way. The new year seems like the perfect moment…Read More…

The impact of our waste on the planet is profound, and of the 100 billion tons of resources that enter the economy annually, more than 60% end up as greenhouse gas emissions or waste. Recycling statistics are equally disappointing, with as little as 9% of plastic ever produced being recycled. We also know that even…Read More…

Every year, Americans throw away huge amounts of waste during the holiday season. From food to packaging, our landfills see a massive influx of trash throughout the festive period. Much of this waste is completely avoidable. Leftover food could be frozen, used up or simply not produced in the first place. Gift-giving could be seriously…Read More…

New York City is often two steps ahead of the latest trend, but when it comes to sustainable waste management, they seem to be falling behind their West-Coast compatriots.  The city’s target to reach zero waste by 2030 seemed ambitious when it was announced, but now, several years on, it looks as if NYC isn’t…Read More…

Today, customers are more concerned about the environmental credentials of businesses than ever before. By some estimates, One in three people stopped purchasing a product/brand in recent years because of sustainability or ethical concerns, and after a difficult year, in which many businesses have been forced to innovate more just to stay alive, considering the…Read More…

Having to deal with old carpets or rugs may not seem like a big deal – after all, how often do you replace them in your home? However, while houses may keep carpeting for many years, businesses have far greater footfall, leading to more wear, and thus more carpeting products, from carpet tiles to tack…Read More…

It’s always stressful for homeowners when old appliances come to the end of their use: they’re expensive to replace, often vital to your day-to-day life, and whether it’s a small toaster or a large space heater, they can often feel like a literal weight around your neck! Household appliances are difficult to dispose of for…Read More…

LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, and is among the most recognized green building certifications in the world. It is a ratings system introduced in the US in 1994 by the US Green Building Council (or USGBC) to help building owners and developers incorporate sustainable designs into their building projects. The LEED…Read More…