IST 481/PHS 582

Technology and Innovation

Green Business

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What is a Green Business?

Green businesses focus on environmentally responsible business development. For example, a green business might sell 100% recycled paper or install solar panels. Green business practices can involve companies reducing their energy consumption or their waste production. For example, Dell Computer is offering recycling of the old computers for customers, reducing entry or toxic materials into the waste stream. The practices of green businesses are the same as any good business- but the area in which the business operates includes an environmental focus.

Greenbiz.com is a very useful website devoted to green business strategies.

IST 481/PS 582 students will use a green business case study to learn more about business startups. Students will also read a recent book "Green to Gold" by Esty and Winston to learn more about innovation in green businesses.

This web page will be considerably expanded during the summer and Fall 2008.